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Don't miss the fun and the flavor! Check out some of our chili makers and get that mouth watering. Sunday, December 7 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 32nd Street & Thorn Street North Park, San Diego This is a free-to-attend event with live music, a kids zone, booze garden, food trucks and artisan vendors! Buy tickets to participate in the EPIC chili Cook-Off and get a pass for 5 tastes - then you be the judge of who will get the fame and glory and Best Chili trophy this year. Visit: sonofestchilicookoff.com/ SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off on Facebook / Instagram

In Salzburg, Austria, Christmas involves both St. Nick and Krampus, a mythological punisher with roots stretching back to late antiquity and many fans in the present-day Central Alps.

The son of Cuban immigrants, Malo and his band blended country, rock and roll, folk, jump blues, Latin music and Cajun rhythms into a distinct sound anchored by his unmistakable voice.

Looking for a way to give back and celebrate the season with gratitude and connection? Share a meaningful experience with family and friends this Thanksgiving weekend. Join Zen Soul Balance and a group of talented sound artists and musicians for a 90-minute sound healing session inside the breathtaking St. Paul’s Cathedral in San Diego. Set against the stunning backdrop of the cathedral’s architecture and candlelit ambiance, this wellness experience is a soulful invitation to slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself in community. Experience the synergy of masterful sound artists, musicians, and healers as they blend crystal singing bowls, gongs, drums, didgeridoo, handpan, chimes, stringed instruments, and other therapeutic sounds to create a profoundly restorative journey. Get a sneak peek! Check out our highlights video on YouTube for a glimpse into this amazing experience @ZenSoulBalance Cathedral of Light is more than a personal healing experience – it’s a call to community care. In support of our unsheltered neighbors, we’re hosting a donation drive to benefit Alpha Project for the Homeless, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities through work, recovery, and support services. Want to make a bigger impact? Bring essential items to donate and receive priority seating at the event. See their wish list items below. Support Our Unsheltered Neighbors: As a thank you, guests who bring donations to support our neighbors transitioning from homelessness will receive early entry and priority seating. Your generosity will directly support Alpha Project’s mission to bring lasting change to the lives of those transitioning from homelessness in San Diego. Thank you for helping us make a difference! Please bring your generous donations, including the following: - Toiletry items: toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo & conditioner, body soap, chapstick, body lotion, hairbrush & comb, feminine hygiene products - Clothing (new or gently used): yoga pants, sports bras, tank tops, pajamas, new underwear & socks, casual clothing, shoes - Art supplies: pens, journals, or spiral notepads - Blankets, backpacks, duffel bags, fanny packs - Healthy non-perishable snacks: protein bars, granola bars, travel-size nuts, water bottles Meet Our Featured Artists: - Melissa Chu: Cellist – Resonating heartstrings with celestial sound - Chris Juan: Spiritual Musician – Uplifting spirits through sacred sound - Cindy Cuccia: Sound Practitioner – Exploring the frontiers of sound and consciousness - Teri Wilder: Sound Practitioner – Harmonizing body, mind, and spirit - Jon Freeman: Sound Practitioner – Joyful messenger of good vibrations - Katerina Rini: Vocalist / Sound Practitioner – Channeling the divine through voice and sound - Jeny Dawson: Sound Practitioner – Weaving sonic tapestries to transport and transform Benefits of Sound Healing: - Reduces stress and anxiety - Balances and clears the mind - Lowers heart rate and blood pressure - Supports mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being - Triggers the brain to chemically release natural opiates - Engages the parasympathetic nervous system, initiating calm and peace Beginner friendly, open to all levels and no experience necessary. Zen Soul Balance on Facebook / Instagram

First intended as an entrance for social events, the East Wing became the first lady's office space. Historians say the shift was a key part of professionalizing staff for the president's wife.

President Trump says U.S. strikes on supposed drug-smuggling boats will save Americans from overdose deaths. But most experts worry the strategy is counterproductive.

Make an Accordion Book with movable parts that tell you why a particular book was banned; then you open the door or look in the pocket to reveal the miniature colored picture of the cover of the book. Each section of the accordion is a letter spelling out BANNED. This event is free to attend thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Mission Hills-Hillcrest Library. Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library on Facebook

Staff officers and at least one drone pilot have sought advice from outside groups over legal concerns about their own involvement — or potential involvement — in the strikes against suspected drug boats.

Local author Patricia Santana's latest book follows a young girl growing up in Palm City against the backdrop of the Vietnam War. Then, a new documentary looks at grammar as a uniting force. And finally, your weekend arts events preview.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. The true story of a Jazz Age trailblazer — 95-year-old entertainer Norma Miller. The engaging biography highlights the life, career and indomitable spirit of the Harlem-born actress, dancer and choreographer known as "The Queen of Swing." Discovered at the age of 12, Miller's show business career has spanned seven decades.