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A free 20min breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Sarah Beckman is Executive Director of Outside The Lens (OTL), a San Diego nonprofit media arts organization that engages 2,700+ young people annually—97% from systemically marginalized communities—to build creative confidence, explore career pathways, and drive social impact through storytelling. A creative strategist and visual storyteller with 25 years of nonprofit leadership, Sarah has guided Outside The Lens from a grassroots organization into a recognized innovator in creative youth development and media literacy, partnering with institutions like The Getty Museum on Voice Out, a regional exhibition that amplifies the perspectives of young artists. Sarah’s leadership philosophy is simple: create conditions for others to thrive. Whether expanding programs like Media Makers—which serves young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities—or securing catalyst funding for Balboa Park's Botanical Building during her tenure at Forever Balboa Park, she leads with curiosity and trust. She’s also the creative mind behind Culture & Cocktails at the San Diego Museum of Art and has presented at Public Lands Alliance and International Placemaking Week conferences. A Minnesota native with degrees in Journalism and Gender & Women's Studies from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Sarah was recently named a 2025 San Diego Magazine Nonprofit Pioneer. A writer and photographer who believes in magic, hustle, and flow, she lives in Rancho Peñasquitos with her husband and twin sons who attend Cal Poly. CreativeMornings | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Foreclosures on VA loans are at their highest level in a decade. VA has a fix but it is months away and could still leave vets worse off than most other homeowners.

The East Village Association is thrilled to invite everyone to the Annual East Village Tree Lighting & Holiday Market, a cherished neighborhood tradition returning on Sunday, November 30, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the new and expanded location of Faultline Park. This festive event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with an evening full of magic, community spirit, and holiday cheer. This year’s celebration will feature a vibrant holiday market coordinated by Las Jefas Market, showcasing a curated selection of hand-crafted gifts. Guests can enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks from local vendors, fun activities for kids, and of course, a special chance to take a photo with Santa. The highlight of the evening will be the official tree lighting ceremony at 6:45 p.m., where the East Village Association will be joined by San Diego’s elected officials to unveil a brand-new holiday tree, bringing a fresh sparkle to this beloved tradition. Don’t miss this joyful evening for the whole family! East Village San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Tony Econom is a highly respected and in-demand drummer, producer, audio engineer, and bandleader known for his versatility and deep musicality. His dynamic style blends Jazz, Afro-Cuban, Funk, R&B, and Neo-Soul, bringing creativity and energy to every project. In addition to leading his New Orleans-inspired band Bulbancha YaYa, Tony has held down the drum chair for Drake Bell, while continuing to play and record with artists across major U.S. music hubs including LA, Nashville, Austin, New Orleans, and NYC.

The solution to too much sitting is simple but hard to stick with. This walking challenge sets you up for success, with six tips to keep you moving throughout your day.

Multi-instrumentalist and artist Sam Greenfield has made a name for himself in the music industry playing alongside some of the biggest names in the biz. He has toured extensively with Vulfpeck’s Cory Wong, Joss Stone, Dave Koz, and Thank You Scientist. But he's not just a hired gun - Sam made waves with his latest release “Sam Greenfield Rules,” blending the sophistication of jazz with the lively spirit of pop and funk to create a sound that is uniquely his own. He has built a loyal following, drawing in listeners with his irresistible melodies, grooves, vibrant energy and infectious personality. And he's no stranger to the recording studio either, having worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran, John Legend, Mariah Carey, Queen Latifah, and more. With his fourth album on the horizon for early 2025, Sam Greenfield is sure to cement his place as one of the most exciting musicians on the scene today. BUTTON MASHER: Jake Silverman, also known as Button Masher, is a GRAMMY-winning arranger, electronic musician, composer and educator. In 2018, Silverman began to experiment with combining Jazz Fusion with chiptune. Since that time, Silverman’s genre bending music has garnered popularity with jazz lovers and video games fans from all over the world. He received the 2021 GRAMMY Award for Best Arrangement: Instrumental or A Cappella for his and Charlie Rosen’s arrangement of “Meta Knight’s Revenge” as recorded by the 8-Bit Big Band. In 2024 he was nominated for a second GRAMMY for his work with Charlie Rosen on their arrangement of “The Last Surprise” in the category of Best Arrangement: Instruments and Vocals. Button Masher can be heard with notable artists such as Phoenix, The 8-Bit Big Band, Evan Marien, Adam Neely, Sungazer, Andrew Huang, Dj Cutman, and many more. Sam Greenfield on Facebook / Instagram

From a student thesis project at San Diego State University to a milestone festival, FilmOut continues to showcase queer stories on screen.

Join Revision as we participate in the nationwide Small Business Saturday event, in Hillcrest San Diego! Our Gift Shop will be open from 12-4 p.m. for a special kick off to the holidays, with new artwork and products made by the artists in residence. Bring a friend, enjoy a beverages and shop local, handmade items that benefit our non-profit arts organization. All items are created by professional artists with developmental disabilities. Revision Creative Workspace on Facebook / Instagram

Supporters of the displays say the Bible is on their side, but critics call the scenes sacrilegious and politically divisive, accusing the churches of abusing sacred imagery.

A growing number of Republicans in Congress are embracing rhetoric against Muslims. Their remarks have faced little public pushback from leadership.