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East County Card Show at BNS Brewing – Cards, Community, and Cold Brews The East County Card Show (ECCS) is back, and this one’s special. On Tuesday, November 18, collectors will take over BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. in Santee for a full day of cards, trades, and good company. Whether you love Pokémon, sports cards, Magic: The Gathering, or Yu-Gi-Oh!, this event brings every type of collector together. With free entry, live trading, and a free card pack with each beer or food purchase, it’s the perfect mix of collecting and community. Cards Meet Craft Beer There’s something different about card shows held in a brewery. The energy is relaxed, social, and welcoming. BNS Brewing & Distilling offers the ideal setting — great food, craft drinks, and plenty of space for tables and trades. The main hours run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., but the brewery opens earlier. Come for lunch, stay for trades, and enjoy the chill vibes all day. This event isn’t about rushing through deals — it’s about meeting people, having fun, and celebrating the hobby we all share. What’s Happening at ECCS This isn’t your average meetup. It’s a full show with energy, variety, and excitement around every table. Here’s what you can expect: 10+ vendors selling Pokémon, sports cards, MTG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and more. Live trading with local collectors and vendors all night long. Free giveaways, raffles, and vendor specials throughout the evening. A free trading card pack with every food or beer purchase. From graded slabs to sealed boxes, there’s something here for every collector. Bring your binders and your best trade bait — deals are made fast at ECCS. Building the East County Hobby Community The East County Card Show is more than an event. It’s a community. Local collectors, vendors, and families come together to support the hobby and each other. By hosting the show at BNS Brewing, ECCS creates a space that feels both professional and personal. Every sale, trade, and chat adds to the growing East County collector scene. If you’ve been looking for a place to connect, this is it. You don’t need to be an expert to join in. New collectors are welcome, and veterans are always happy to share tips or stories. It’s a place to learn, grow, and just enjoy being around others who love collecting. Event Details Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Time: All Day (Main Hours: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.) Location: BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. 10960 Wheatlands Ave, Santee, CA 92071 Admission: Free All Ages Welcome Hosted by Cards & Collectors Cards & Collectors is a Southern California-based trading card community and marketplace, dedicated to uniting collectors through local events, trade nights, and shows. We specialize in Pokémon, sports, and TCG collectibles, and we’re always bringing new opportunities for collectors to connect, trade, and grow. Visit: cardsandcollectors.com Follow: @cardsandcollectors Come hang out, sip something sweet, and trade with fellow Pokémon trainers and TCG enthusiasts from across San Diego. Let’s make this trade night one to remember! Don’t forget to RSVP — it helps us prepare giveaways, tables, and surprises for the community!

Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande for an unforgettable program where every note and dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico! ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

We're bringing back our listener poll to help stick a fork in 2025 and make sense of all the amazing music that came out. So... tell us your top five albums (or EPs) this year.

We talk about what to expect ahead of San Diego FC's first-ever playoff match this Sunday at Snapdragon Stadium. Plus, how a San Diego preschool is helping domestic violence survivors heal.

Homelessness is a reality for a staggering number of children and teens. No young person, regardless of circumstance, should be searching for a place to sleep at night. You can join us in taking action! San Diego Youth Services is holding a Walk and Rally on Nov. 7 to shine a light on youth homelessness and raise funds to get young people the help they need. Register as a participant, create your own team or join a friend's team. All community members are welcome! Together, we can make a positive change for youth! Register at sdyouthservices.donordrive.com Date and Time: Fri, 07 Nov. 2 p.m. - Fri, 07 Nov. 4 p.m. Venue details: San Diego City Hall, 202 C Street, San Diego, California, 92101, United States San Diego Youth Services on Facebook / Instagram

On Monday, December 8, Mission Beach’s Sandbar will be hosting a Winter Market! Whether you’ve yet to start your holiday shopping or you just have a few items to purchase, Sandbar invites you to sip while you shop local creatives, small business owners, makers and artisans, and service providers. There will also be free raffles sponsored by Cutwater Spirits and Los Cuernos Wine. The Winter Market is from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Sandbar is located at 718 Ventura Place, 92109. Sandbar on Facebook / Instagram

The poet should develop a strategy of revision. Often the good poem is attained through rigorous revision of the original draft. We will examine different approaches to revision as well as the more esoteric poem-making tools and types of poems and their uses and effects. In this session we will begin discussion of the structure of published books of poetry. Objectives: Upon completion of this workshop, you will have: Explored different revision techniques and how they match your writing style. Identified the importance of poem titles. Considered the nature of “truth” in contemporary poetry. Discussed the history of “deep image.” Explored different types of poems. Read and analyzed two poetry books. Assignments: Each participant will choose one book of poetry and one poetry craft book and submit, by week 5, a one to two page analysis of the book and its value, or not, to the individual’s poetry writing. Poem prompts will be given each week with the anticipation that the participants will generate new work. Participants are expected to actively participate in the read and critique portions of the workshop. Please note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. If you enroll in this class less than 24 hours before it begins, please either send us a message or email us at programs@sandiegowriters.org to request your link. $270 for members, $315 for non-members -- per class. Certificate Discount: If you buy all five of the workshops in the certificate separately, the total cost amounts to $1,350. If you purchase all five of them as a package, you will receive a 20% discount and will only pay a total of $1,080. This discount is good only for members. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Mayci Neeley of Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives about how her traumatic college days have shaped her relationship with her religion.

The experimental bassoonist, composer and artist performs at Bread & Salt's Silo Room on the heels of her new album "Five Prayers."

Managing a full December calendar can quickly take you from festive to frazzled. Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano shares advice on reducing stress and increasing joy this season.