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We sit down with one of the original co-founders of Chicano Park ahead of the 55th annual Chicano Park Day commemoration this weekend. Also, how the anthology "Somos Xicanas" explores what it means to be Chicana today.

This is The House of Norway's Annual celebration of Constitution Day (like the US 4th of July). We have entertainment (Norwegian Fiddler and Southern California Damekor Choir), games, authentic Norwegian food (Waffles, Lefse and Pølse) for sale, surprises, and games for the children. Lots of fun!Come early, parking is limited.House of Norway on Instagram

This Mother’s Day, treat mom to decadent bayside brunch at Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Set inside of the Commodore Ballroom, the resort’s culinary team is preparing a lavish brunch spread featuring freshly baked pastries, brioche French toast, eggs benedict and more breakfast favorites, as well as crab and oyster shooters, made-to-order sushi rolls, seafood paella, roasted salmon with beurre blanc, an assortment of sweet treats and more. To make the day even more special, guests can pre-order a wrapped or vase floral bouquet from Native Poppy, a woman-owned flower shop in San Diego, for an additional cost. Mimosas, or a bottle of prosecco or champagne are also available to enhance the dining experience.Visit: https://resy.com/cities/coronado-ca/venues/loews-coronado-bay-resort/events/mothers-day-at-loews-coronado-2025-05-11?date=2025-04-23&seats=2&seats=2

Come hang with us on Print Day in May — Saturday, May 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Athenaeum Art Center!Print Day in May is a global celebration where printmakers around the world open their studios to share their process and love of printmaking. We'll have live demos by Master Printer Kelvin Lopez and friends, plus open studio time for anyone who wants to jump in and print their own work.Whether you're new to printmaking or have ink in your veins, everyone's welcome. Come through and be part of this worldwide print party!Kelvin Lopez on InstagramVisit: http://ljathenaeum.org/print-studio

Get ready for a bar-hopping adventure like no other as we celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in the heart of downtown San Diego!Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/massive-memorial-day-weekend-bar-crawl-tickets-1228541955059?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Carnival RidesTamale FestivalMusic & DancingPicnic AreasGamesChili Cook-offVendors & FoodBeer GardenCar ShowFarmers Market& more!We’re excited to announce our lineup of events for the 75th Anniversary.Lineup of events for Western Days 2025The Western Days Festival is located at the Valley Center Community Hall & Park
28246 Lilac Rd.
, Valley Center.Friday, May 30, 2025◦ Western Days Festival 
Locals Night!5 p.m. - 10 p.m.Support Local. 
Local Bands & Local Businesses.◦ Guns & Hoses Chili Cook-off5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)5 p.m. -10 p.m.
 @ Festival GroundsSaturday, May 31, 2025◦ Western Days FFA Pancake Breakfast6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.29115 Valley Center Rd. 
◦ Valley Center Trails 5k Fun Run8:30am-9:30am
Along the parade route 
◦ Western Days Parade10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Along Valley Center Rd. Start at Cole Grade Rd. End at Lilac Rd. 
◦ Western Days Car Corral – Car Show11 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Festival Grounds
◦ Western Days Festival11 a.m. - 10 p.m.◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Festival GroundsSunday, June 1, 2025◦ Western Days Tamale Festival11 a.m. - 5 p.m. @ Festival Grounds◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
 @ Festival GroundsVisit: Valley Center Western Days Festival & ParadeValley Center Western Days on Instagram and Facebook

Note: Though this class is offered as part of the Certificate in Memoir Writing, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll.In this workshop, students will expand upon what they have learned in Memoir I and II about the basics of memoir writing and character, dialogue, and scene. The focus on this workshop will be on creating a strong character arc and creating a bullet proof structure that will fulfill the potential of the hook. Utilizing either the 6 Journey Writing Plot Spots or the 15 Plot Spots as our structural guides, we will delve deeper into creating parameters, honing your core idea (deciding how to pick and choose what parts of your life to include in your memoir) and perfecting tone and theme.Class structure: Except for the first class, the first hour will be lecture and the second hour will be read and critique where participants can workshop their material or class assignments.Tone of class: We strive to create a supportive, nurturing environment where participants feel encouraged to share, risk and connect to their most creative self.Our textbook, 7 Essential Writing Tools, is available for purchase on the first day of class for $10 or on Amazon/Kindle.Note: There will be no class held on Saturday, May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend). Please note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. If you enroll in this class less than 24 hours before it begins, please either send us a message or email us at programs@sandiegowriters.org to request your link.Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/certificates-wrkshps/2025-05-10-memoir-iii-with-marni-freedman-and-tracy-j-jones/SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Honor, Remember, and Run for Freedom This Memorial Day. Join us for the Memorial Day Freedom Run - a special event that combines a run with the powerful spirit of remembrance. Whether you're running solo or with friends and family, this event honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed for our freedom. Every mile you complete is a tribute to their courage and service. With scenic routes, motivating challenges, and a community united in purpose, the Memorial Day Freedom Run is more than just a race - it's a meaningful way to pay respect while staying active. Sign up today to celebrate freedom, remember our heroes, and run for a cause that matters. Together, we can make this Memorial Day unforgettable.Visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SanDiego/MemorialDayFreedomRunKKSANDIEGO

Celebrities with San Diego ties open up about identity, fame and personal growth in three powerful new memoirs.

Comic-Con International is the largest comics and pop culture event in the United States, attracting thousands of artists, celebrities and fans of comic books, movie memorabilia and all things related to pop culture.Visitors can be Super Man or Wonder Woman for a day at Comic-Con International at the San Diego Convention Center. Comic-Con has become a signature summertime event for San Diego; it is the largest comics and pop culture event in the United States, attracting thousands of artists, celebrities and fans of comic books, movie memorabilia and all things related to pop culture.Along with panels, seminars, and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies, and such evening events as awards ceremonies and the Masquerade; a costume contest, and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival, which showcases shorts and feature length movies that do not have distribution or distribution deals.Traditional events include an eclectic film program, screening rooms devoted to Japanese animation, gaming, as well as over 350 hours of other programming on all aspects of comic books and pop culture.Exhibitors include movie studios and TV networks, comic-book dealers and collectibles merchants. There is also an autograph area, as well as the Artists' Alley where comics artists can sign autographs and sell or do free sketchesVisit: https://www.comic-con.org/Comic-Con International on Instagram and Facebook