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San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: "A World Apart" (Un Mondo a Parte), 2024 Thursday December 11, 7 p.m. La Paloma Theatre For elementary school teacher Michele Cortese, it seems like a new life is opening up. After 40 years of teaching in the Roman jungle, he manages to get assigned to a school in the heart of the Abruzzo National Park. When he arrives in his city clothes with his city ways, nobody in town expects him to last. With the help of the vice principal Agnese and the children, he overcomes his metropolitan inadequacy and becomes one of them. However, just when everything seems to be going well, the news arrives that the school will close in June due to lack of enrollments. Thus begins a race against time to prevent its closure by any means necessary… In Italian with English subtitles. San Diego Italian Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

MiraCosta College singers invite you to come hear dynamic new choral compositions along with some favorite, familiar gems for choirs, including the most-loved pieces selected by the singers themselves. Directed by Dr. Arlie Langager. Will be performing in Concert Hall OC2406. MiraCosta College on Facebook / Instagram

The Powerful Duo: Por Vida Cafe & The Movement Brand are building a platform for local businesses and creatives to thrive! Chicano Shop Hop - Small Business Saturday Celebration! Join us for an unforgettable day of culture, creativity, and community at the Chicano Shop Hop, hosted at Por Vida Cafe in the vibrant Barrio Logan! In honor of Small Business Saturday, we're excited to showcase the incredible talent and unique offerings from over 75 local gift shops, artisans, record stores, vintage shops, and much more. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of our cultural district along Logan Avenue, where you can discover one-of-a-kind gifts perfect for the holiday season. Each purchase directly supports our local entrepreneurs and helps strengthen our community. This event is more than just shopping; it's a celebration of creativity and collaboration that has gained popularity across platforms like Magic 92.5, various publications, and even TikTok! Experience the infectious energy of our community while enjoying live music, delicious food, and the chance to connect with fellow supporters of local businesses. Mark your calendars and join us at Por Vida Cafe for a day filled with inspiration, discovery, and holiday cheer. Bring your friends and family and be part of the movement to uplift our small businesses. Together, let’s continue to make a difference in our community, one shop at a time! We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn how to make authentic spicy, fermented kimchi at home! Kimchi is a Korean style of fermented vegetables. It's usually spicy and there are hundreds of ways to make it! We will explore some of them. Includes your own take-home jar of kimchi. Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and the history and different styles of kimchi Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo some simple seasonal fermented recipes which are loaded with healthy "probiotic" bacteria Taste: We'll have a variety of fermented kimchi styles to sample Do It Yourself: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own batch of spicy kimchi to take home and ferment Fermenters Club on Facebook / Instagram

Premieres Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Test cook Antoinette Johnson makes Shrimp Cocktail. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share what expensive gadgets are worth the price. And Julia makes Easy Beef Tenderloin with Harissa Rub and Cilantro-Mint Relish.

In a controversial move, the vaccine advisory group reversed a recommendations for universal immunizing of newborns intended to protect them from a virus that attacks the liver.

The Escondido Arts Partnership is pleased to announce the Sixteenth annual presentation of WOOD; A Furniture Show curated by Brian Murphy of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. This exhibition features a gathering of some of the very best furniture makers in Southern California. Fine furniture and art works in a variety of wood mediums. Crafted with traditional and contemporary techniques. Escondido Arts Partnership on Facebook / Instagram

As they mark the first anniversary of toppling Bashar al-Assad's regime, Syrians also celebrate another coming milestone: the lifting of sanctions, which could help give the country a new start.

First, Governor Gavin Newsom has a historic package of reparations on his desk to either veto or sign. Then, as the government shutdown continues, 100,000 service members across San Diego County are less than a week away from a missing check. Next, the College Area has a plan in place for development. Finally, another installment of our weekend events segment.

“Sometimes being scared makes you do things you didn’t know you could do.” – Mary Kubica And you’ll have nothing to fear this time, as Adventures by the Book® proudly welcomes back to San Diego New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Mary Kubica, in conversation with award-winning author T. Greenwood, for the launch of Mary’s chilling new thriller, "It’s Not Her." Set at a secluded lake resort where two families become entangled in a shocking disappearance, this twisty, unputdownable novel will keep you guessing to the final page. We’re thrilled to partner with the San Diego Library Shop Mission Hills for this exclusive literary Adventure! Registration for this event includes a hardcover copy of "It’s Not Her," guaranteed admission and VIP seating. Seating is limited and available on a first-come first-served basis, so make sure to reserve your seat soon. Companion tickets are available to share one book. Mary Kubica on Facebook / Instagram