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• Bottomless Brews | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Kove Brewing, 9030 Kenamar Dr., #309, Miramar | Free | This Holiday Party features DJ Adria, plus shopping via Ameyalli Swim, Migrant Society, and Kove — add bottomless drinks for $30.
• Meg McRee | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $11-$24 | The up-and-coming country and Americana singer performs with Francis Blume and Cossette Smith.
• “Gremlins” | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 8-10 p.m. | La Paloma Theatre, 471 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas | $12 | Catch a screening of the 1984 cult classic as it invades the historic theater — but you’ll have to keep at least one eye open.

• “2 Pianos 4 Hands” | Through Sunday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Ste. D, Solana Beach | $64 | Jefferson McDonald and Matthew McGloin play everything from Bach to Billy Joel on this musical comedic journey.
• The FABBA Show | Friday, Dec. 15 | 9-11 p.m. | Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $20-$22 | “Dancing Queen” — this one’s for you: The ABBA tribute group brings harmonies to the Little Italy venue.

• Paw-La-La-La-La | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Kimpton Alma, 1047 Fifth Ave., San Diego | Free | Take the pup to visit Santa and get a professional photo taken with the man in red, plus buy doggy brews by Good Boy Dog Beer and pup-friendly treats.
• An Irish Christmas Concert | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego | $28-$68 | Listen to Christmas carols with high-energy displays of Irish dancing.
• Ugly Sweater Crawl 2023 | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 8-11:15 p.m. | Tipsy Crow, 770 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $37-$47 | Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and score VIP entry and drink deals at participating bars in the Gaslamp Quarter.

• Organic Gingerbread House Workshop | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 10-11:30 a.m. | San Diego Craft Collective, 2590 Truxtun Rd., Studio 106, San Diego | $50-$65 | This workshop for ages 8+ will be all about designing the candy-cookie house of little dreams.
• Brunch Buffet with Santa | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Giaola Italian Kitchen, 2668 Gateway Rd., Ste. 180, Carlsbad | $18-$32 | Enjoy breakfast (think pancakes, eggs, bacon, and more) alongside a visit and photo opportunities with St. Nick.

• San Diego City Council approved a housing package that incentivizes the creation of more homes and aims to help low income residents, college students, and families. The controversial policy was rejected last month, but received approval after some changes. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

• This year was record-breaking for local tourism. Travelers brought in $14.2 billion visiting San Diego County in 2023 — over $1 billion more than last year. The San Diego Tourism Authority estimates the revenue was spurred by 30.5 million visitors. (KPBS)

• San Diego FC kept it local when recruiting their first player. The MLS expansion club — set to debut in 2025 — signed 17-year-old goalkeeper Duran Ferree. The local grew up in 4S Ranch and previously played for the San Diego Surf youth club and signed with the San Diego Loyal. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has rescued three orphaned mountain lions who will now call the Safari Park home. The 6-week-old cubs — who lost their mother — will receive lifelong care from the zoo because they cannot be safely reintroduced into their natural habitat.

• Paradisaea in Bird Rock has been added to the prestigious Michelin Guide California. The restaurant is noted for its California-style cuisine made with local ingredients and Asian and tropical influences. With this distinction, Paradisaea is eligible for Michelin Star or Michelin Bib Gourmand honors.

• 5.2%. That was San Diego’s annual inflation rate last month. While inflation has been slower this year than it was in 2022, San Diego’s prices are rising faster than the rest of the US — the national inflation rate in November 2023 was 3.1%.

• We’ve got to tell someone, the “Post Secret” exhibition at the Museum of Us has been updated. You can see which anonymous confessions have been shared next time you visit; access to the display is included with admission.

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