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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Colorado Public Radio listener Kevin Tenney of Denver, and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Join us for a magical evening of "White Christmas" under the stars at La Valencia. Snuggle up by the pool with warm blankets, holiday treats, and all the charm of this beloved classic - complete with iconic musical numbers, heartfelt moments, and Bing Crosby’s timeless cheer. Furry friends are welcome. Pups may join with a $5 Pup Pass, with all proceeds benefiting the San Diego Humane Society. Pool entry: 6 p.m. Screening: 6:30 p.m. Lounge chairs are first-come, first-served, so arrive early to find your perfect spot. Festive food and beverages will be available for purchase. This event is open to the public. La Valencia Hotel on Facebook / Instagram

As the holidays approach, Meals on Wheels San Diego County is launching its first-ever ¡Holly Tamales! fundraiser to support home-delivered meals for thousands of seniors and disabled veterans across the region. Each box is $35 and contains 12 tamales, with flavors including chicken with salsa verde, pork with a hint of chipotle, cheese and jalapeño (not vegetarian), or a variety pack. Every dollar raised stays in San Diego, helping provide nutritious meals, daily check-ins, and connection for vulnerable seniors year-round. Tamales can be ordered by calling 619-260-6110, with pickup available at four local service centers starting Dec. 1. With every purchase of two boxes, buyers receive a complimentary copy of “Bless This Table” featuring celebrity recipes. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy delicious holiday tamales while supporting a vital local cause!

Join us at Old Poway Park for an old-fashioned holiday tradition that will take you back in time! Enjoy live music, visit with Santa, purchase tasty holiday treats, finish your Christmas shopping at the craft boutique, or board the Poway Midland Railroad for a night-time ride around the park. The tree lighting ceremony, followed by Santa’s arrival by train, begins at 6 p.m. To visit Santa, we have a ticketing system. A ticket booth will be outside of Templars Hall in the Carriage Turn beginning at 3:30 p.m., where you'll receive a designated return time to visit Santa. Tickets are $5. Interested in volunteering? Contact us for more information on our volunteer opportunities and to sign-up! Shuttle Locations Available: Free Shuttles to and from the event will be available from two different locations. Locations include the Poway City Hall Parking Lot, 13325 Civic Center Drive; with the additional location at the Poway Adult School Parking lot located at 13626 Twin Peaks Road. Shuttles will run throughout the event. Visit: https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4837&month=10&year=2025&day=15&calType=0 City of Poway on Instagram and Facebook

Experience our winter wonderland for our annual Christmas Tree Lighting with a special visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus. Join us for a special and magical night for our 7th annual tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season. We will have festive fun for kids of all ages. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance before Santa delivers toys to everyone on the nice list. It’s the merriest of ways to get you into the Christmas spirit. Expect festive evening filled with holiday cheer, games, hot chocolate, writing letters to Santa and more. For even more holiday fun, purchase for our Santa’s Workshop Pass, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., enjoy crafting activities like stuffed animal making, ornament decorating, and personalizing stockings and Christmas hats. It’s the perfect way to make merry memories with the whole family! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-christmas-tree-lighting-ceremony-tickets-1770405413249?aff=oddtdtcreator&_ga-ft=aRYazA.AA.AA.AA.AA.I9pGdMMKQ-Kzudic5gj8QA..2.10372. San Diego Mission Bay Resort on Instagram and Facebook

Even as SNAP benefits are restored, food banks and pantries around the nation continue to feel the strain with no reprieve in sight.

Join us for a double feature night of pure holiday nostalgia at La Valencia. Settle in by the pool for back-to-back screenings of "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," the iconic claymation classics that defined childhood Christmas magic. Snuggle up with warm blankets, festive snacks, and the Pink Lady’s twinkling holiday ambiance as these timeless stories light up the screen. Furry friends are welcome - pups can join with a $5 Pup Pass, with all proceeds benefiting the San Diego Humane Society. Pool entry: 6 p.m. First screening: 6:30 p.m. Lounge chairs are first-come, first-served, so plan to arrive early for the best seats. Holiday bites and beverages will be available for purchase. This event is open to the public. La Valencia Hotel on Facebook / Instagram

The federal government remains shut down, in what is now the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Reporters from the NPR Network are digging into the ways the government shutdown is playing out in their region.

Manifest 2026 at the NYE Cosmic Countdown! Enjoy Music Bingo, DJ beats, free arcade games, tarot, flash tattoos, and a Midnight toast! We're celebrating NYE at Punch Bowl Social San Diego with high vibrations and good fortune. Dress for your star sign and bring the friend group to ring in 2026! What To Expect: 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Galactic Pop-Ups: Get clarity on your year ahead with tarot readings or snag some flash tattoos. Featuring I-manifestation AND Sugoi! Tattoos. (Note: readings and flash tattoos will be available for purchase and are not included in the ticket price.) 9:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.| Celestial Music Bingo: Test your luck and music knowledge with a special one-hour, themed Music Bingo. Play for a chance to win PRIZES, perfect for boosting your 2026 forecast. Don’t be late! 10:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. | Rising Sign Beats: DJ DUB spinning until last call! ALL NIGHT | Free Play Arcade: Recharge your personal energy field with unlimited free arcade games (first come, first served) Complimentary Cocktail: One (1) signature cocktail included with your ticket - The Resolution. And as a bonus - this signature drink is only $10 all night after your first one! Midnight Manifestation Toast: A complimentary glass of bubbly to toast.

NPR was in court for a pivotal hearing arguing that the Trump administration had broken the law with its treatment of public media.