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Your presence is requested at our upcoming Literary Tea Adventure with award-winning author Loretta Ellsworth. Loretta’s new novel, "The Jilted Countess," presents a remarkable story of a Hungarian countess and her unusual path to find a husband. Don’t miss this delectable Adventure at San Diego’s historic Coral Tree Tea House, where we will enjoy a charming tea service while Loretta divulges more about her incredible story of the woman who could be considered the first Bachelorette. Loretta Ellsworth on Facebook / Instagram

The Poway Community Choir proudly announces its upcoming holiday concert, “Joy to the World,” taking place Sunday, December 7 at 6 p.m. at Del Norte High School’s Del Norte Theatre, located at 16601 Nighthawk Lane in San Diego. This festive program will fill the season with choral classics and holiday favorites, all led by the choir’s esteemed director, Brooke Yang. Poway Community Choir was established in 2015 under the direction of Nancy Gray as a part of the Poway Unified School District. She retired in 2023 and Brooke Yang replaced her as Director. The choir performs spring and winter concerts and traveled to Europe this past summer to perform in the 25th Annual International CANTUS MM Music & Culture Festival where they performed in Mirabel Gardens as well as at the Mozarteum in Salzburg. A native of Seoul, South Korea, Ms. Yang has been an active performer in California since 1997. She has appeared at major venues including Herbst Theatre and Davies Symphony Hall and has given numerous benefit concerts supporting pediatric cancer patients, families, and survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Yang earned her Master’s degree in voice from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and is a current member of American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) and the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS). She became director of the Poway Community Choir in 2024 and now brings her artistry and passion to the San Diego community. Concert tickets:
$10 Adults
$5 Seniors, Students, Military
Free for children ages 0–5
Payment accepted online or at the door (PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle). For more information, visit PowayCommunityChoir.com

State Sen. Steve Padilla’s letter comes as Imperial Valley residents and advocates say they were blindsided by plans for the project.

Art All Ways Projects proudly presents "Driven to Transform: Art, Service, and the Spirit of Giving," a curated exhibition and fundraising initiative in collaboration with the Warrior Foundation Freedom Station and the Vista Library. Opening Saturday, December 9, the exhibition honors the strength, resilience, and creative voices of Southern California veterans while celebrating the transformative power of contemporary art. The exhibition runs until Jan. 17. Curated by Hoojung Lee, Director/Curator of Art All Ways Projects, the exhibition brings together artists whose work explores transformation, humanity, identity, and renewal through bold visual expression. Featured artists include Retna, Salomon Huerta, Ana Morales-Huerta, Justin Bower, Carlos Ramirez, Umar Rashid, Simphiwe Ndzube, Nyame Brown, Jay Sylvester, Ann Bedrick, Ryan Campbell, Cristopher Cichocki, Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez (a.k.a. Heaven), and Zes, alongside veteran artists Wm Marquez (a.k.a. Wm Schinsky), Reginald Green, and Steven Dilley from the Southern California veteran art community. The opening reception will feature a live painting activation by acclaimed graffiti artist Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez (a.k.a. Heaven), as well as a collaborative “Transformation Table” where veteran artists and contemporary artists will work together on a large, evolving canvas created specifically for this exhibition. These interactive elements invite visitors to witness creativity in motion and experience the exhibition’s theme of transformation firsthand. Through painting, sculpture, and mixed media, Driven to Transform offers visitors a space to reflect on resilience—both personal and collective—while building meaningful bridges between the arts and the veteran community. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sold during the exhibition will benefit the Warrior Foundation Freedom Station, whose mission is to support, empower, and uplift wounded and injured veterans on their path toward recovery and reintegration into civilian life. Music by Carlos Velasco Complimentary snacks & refreshments sponsored by Better Booch and Live Soda Artwork & Sponsorship Inquiries Contact: Hoojung Lee, Director & Curator, Art All Ways Projects W: https://www.artallwaysprojects.com/ E: artallwaysprojects@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/art_all_ways/

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!

Date: Sunday, Jan. 25 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Join us for a brand new workshop, part of a series built around all the different types of items florists design for weddings, retail and beyond! Each month, we’ll focus on new design subjects, like bridal bouquets, boutonnières + corsages, flower crowns, and more. Plus, you'll learn different professional florist techniques on mechanics, ways to keep flowers fresh, how to transport arrangements, etc. This series is a fit for arranging hobbyists and working florists alike! This month's topic: tall flower arrangements. Please note: you are not required to be a professional florist, provide proof of previous classes or a portfolio. The tall arrangements class is appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up for a stand alone workshop, or continue on as part of a series staggered throughout the year. A great way to grow your floral skills and knowledge! Your ticket includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction from Native Poppy’s signature flower arranging curriculum, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All the materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build the rotating floral design - Flower Arranging Outline + Note Sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Complimentary refreshments - Plus: the floral item you make to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

What: Custom Flower Arranging Workshop + Live Painting Instruction of the Arrangement You Make When: Thursday, January 22, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Where: Native Poppy, Solana Beach, 142 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Join us for an in-person floral workshop and learn Native Poppy's tips and tricks for designing in our wild style! Enjoy fun and easy instruction from our professional florists to make a custom flower arrangement, and then learn how to paint the arrangement you make with Michaela Jean Art - flower gardener and painter! This time we're painting with gouache, an opaque, velvety paint that combines the fluidity of watercolor with the vibrancy of acrylics, allowing for rich, matte finishes. Ticket Includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction of our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All the materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build a wild, one-sided petite arrangement - Fun and thorough instruction from artist Michaela Jean Art - All materials and tools to paint a 9x12" gouache painting of the arrangement you make - Complimentary beverages - Plus: the arrangement you make and the painting you paint to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Create handmade holiday decorations that showcase the beauty around us and enjoy good cheer all around! Harvest your own toyon berries and leaves to string together into beautiful, natural garlands and create ornaments that celebrate archaeology and the beauty of stratigraphy. All materials will be provided. Tickets include two glasses of wine (non-alcoholic options also available). Ages 21+ only San Diego Archaeological Center on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, Jan. 18 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! If you’ve taken our signature Flower Arranging 101 class, or have some beginner floral experience of your own, this class is for you! Designed for students who are ready to take their arranging abilities to the next level, this class will review the foundation of Flower Arranging 101, plus provide intermediate tips and techniques to build on your skills. This class also has an emphasis on playing with color and will provide instruction on different color schemes, color theory, and the way we play with color. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, Jan. 11 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Get ready to arrange flowers like a pro at this exclusive, after-hours Flower Arranging 101 workshop. This workshop is a stand alone class that is part of our in-person floristry workshop series with an emphasis on playing with color. Each class will provide instruction on different color schemes, as well as unique ways to use color when flower arranging! We'll host a workshop with a new curated palette for each month of the year in 2026! January’s Floral Color Palette: Ivory, Peach, Yellow, Pale Blue This special class will cover all the basics of Flower Arranging 101, and offer additional instruction tailored to your skill level. Designed to be taken as a stand alone course, or as part of a series staggered throughout the year. A great way to build your floral skills and knowledge! Your ticket includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction of our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All the materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build our signature classic arrangement - Flower Arranging 101 Outline + Note Sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Complimentary refreshments - Plus: the arrangement you make to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram