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The Museum of the City of New York is marking its centennial with an exhibition of NYC-inspired film, TV, music and fashion. But this is real New York, "not a love letter," says one of the curators.

The rebellious leader of the Wagner mercenary group said he had ordered his troops back to base, but analysts say the serious challenge to the Russian president will diminish his authority.

Studio ACE to Host Holiday Art Shop On Saturday, December 3, Studio ACE will open its Holiday Art Shop from 12:00-7:00pm, offering 10% off for all items in the shop for this day only. Most Art Shop artists have brought in new holiday goodies including cards, ornaments, artwork, clothing, and yummy holiday treats, along with their regular collection of wonderful artistic offerings. Studio ACE will offer Melting Snowman, Hanukkah, and Wooden Ornament Holiday Art Kits for purchase, with all supplies included. Also during the Holiday Art Shop kick-off on December 3, Ace instructor and artist Theresa Fullmer will host a Free Community Holiday “Make ‘n Take” from 2:00-4:00 pm. Join us and create snow people while enjoying Winter Wonderland Treats & Holiday Festivities with your community! This is a drop-in event so come anytime up until 3:30pm! As an extra bonus, everyone who comes by the Holiday Art Shop in December will receive a ticket for a chance to win a gift basket filled with art supplies for young artists! An extra opportunity ticket will be given for every $10 spent in the shop, with additional opportunity tickets available for purchase. ACE invites you to shop local, support local artists, and give the gift of art and creativity this holiday season! The Ace Art Shop will offer the following special Holiday Hours December 3 through 22: Tuesday-Friday 11:00am to 3:00pm Saturday December 3, 12:00-7:00pm Saturday, December 10, 11:30am-6:00pm Saturday, December 17, 11;30am-5:30 pm Studio ACE 3861 MISSION AVENUE #B3, OCEANSIDE, CA, 92058 (760) 730-5203 INFO@STUDIOACE.ORG Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Local advocates say the U.S. is not doing enough to help Afghan women under threat from the Taliban. In other news, officials broke ground Monday on a project to create a second border port of entry in Otay Mesa. Plus, San Diego State University starts the new semester off with its largest freshman class.

The 3-digit suicide prevention lifeline went live a year ago. More work is needed on the 988 system, but the first year has gone more smoothly than many expected.

Kick off the holidays at MCASD’s Members’ Holiday Party. Join us after the La Jolla Holiday Parade at MCASD’s ocean view Art Park to celebrate the holiday season. Festivities will include arts and crafts, a DJ, snacks and hot cocoa. Be sure to visit your favorite works of art in the galleries and take advantage of your Member discount at The Shop. Art-making activity During our Members' Holiday Party, join MCASD educators on an art-making adventure. Inspired by Light and Space Art, we will be creating colorful mobiles that can be hung on your tree or in your house (near a window for effect!). Create your own cellophane mosaics — add mini disco balls or crystals — and have fun building a moving art piece that reflects light! Not a member? Join The Community today at MCASD.org/join Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

The event will be livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook. Links will be provided in your confirmation email and event reminders. Please join KPBS and our partners for a special live virtual event with Trung Le Nguyen, author of our 2022 One Book, One San Diego teen selection, "The Magic Fish." A 2021 winner of two Harvey Awards and named one of the best books of the year by The New York Public Library, “The Magic Fish" is a beautifully illustrated YA graphic novel that deals with the complexity of family and how stories can bring us together. It follows the life of a young, queer Vietnamese boy struggling to share his sexuality while teaching his mother English through fairy tales. "The Magic Fish" tackles tough subjects in a way that is accessible to readers of all ages, and teaches us that no matter what—we can all have our own happy endings. One Book, One San Diego is a partnership, led by KPBS, with the San Diego Public Library, the San Diego County Library, San Diego State University, One Book Sin Fronteras and more than 30 others. For more information about One Book, One San Diego, please visit: https://www.kpbs.org/onebook or One Book, One San Diego on Facebook. One Book One San Diego is funded by the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation, the Dr. Seuss Fund at the San Diego Foundation, the Seth Sprague Educational and Charitable Foundation, the Payne Family Foundation, Kaiser Permanente, Francis Parker School, the City of San Diego, Lloyd Pest Control, and Compass Charter Schools. Follow Trung Le Nguyen on social media: Facebook + Instagram

San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan and defender Naomi Girma were among the 23 players selected for the U.S. team that will defend its title at the Women’s World Cup.

The Elizabeth Hospice invites individuals interested in helping adults and children facing the challenges associated with a life-limiting illness and those grieving the death of a loved one to a free volunteer orientation session conducted via Zoom video conferencing. Hospice volunteers are an important part of the care team at The Elizabeth Hospice and have an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. Attendees will learn about a wide variety of virtual and in-person opportunities throughout San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County, including serving as a patient companion, providing caregiver respite, performing aromatherapy, sewing Cuddle Bears, officiating at veteran pinning ceremonies, and much more. Information will be provided on both the application and training process. An email address and a device with a camera interface are needed to participate in the training session or attendees can join by phone. Prospective volunteers can choose from the following dates: • December 1, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. • December 9, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. • December 14, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. To ensure a place at the volunteer orientation session, please contact the Volunteer Department at 800-797-2050 or send an email to volunteer@ehospice.org. SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The plan aims to help parents looking for affordable care and give providers a livable wage.