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So you’ve finished writing your novel — what next? What do published novelists do between that raw first draft and the final manuscript to make their plots sizzle and their prose sing?The key lies in reworking your manuscript until your writing jumps off of the page. If you have completed the first draft of a novel, this workshop will help you develop skills to shape your plot for maximum dramatic impact and give life and texture to characters, dialogue, and setting.Note: There will be no class on Saturday, October 4. Thank you for your understanding!Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/certificates-wrkshps/2025-09-20-novel-v-with-rich-farrell/SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, AARP California is hosting a FREE presentation on how we’re fighting scams and financial exploitation targeting older adults in San Diego. Featuring expert speakers from Elder Justice Task Force, San Diego District Attorney’s Office, FBI, AARP, Adult Protective Services, and Identity Theft Resource Center. You don’t need to be an AARP member to participate, but registration is required.Visit: https://states.aarp.org/california/san-diego-scam-jam-tourAARP on Instagram and Facebook

Alexandra Simon will be leading us through a mindful yoga sculpt flow, followed by matcha by The Matcha Movement and build-your-own bouquets with Hal's Flower Truck. Shop at Vuori afterwards and receive a free tote with every purchase over $200.* Please bring a mat.8 a.m. - 9 a.m.: Class (The Lawn)9 a.m. - 10 a.m.: Shopping, matcha, and flowers (Vuori Store)RSVP to reserve a spot.Visit: https://theforumcarlsbad.com/events/vuori-mother-s-day-fitness-eventVuori on Instagram and Facebook

Pet Gala: Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Landes Community Center located at 2855 Cedar Rd., OceansideJoin us for a community event hosted by the city of Oceanside filled with pet-themed activities and more fun! Come visit our booth for more information about our resources and licensing services and get a free pet tag.

Let your child’s imagination soar in this exciting four-week creative writing and publishing workshop. Young Writers Ink: Word Magic + Publishing blends playful creativity with real-world writing skills. Young writers (ages 10–13) will experiment with poetry, short stories, creative nonfiction, hybrid writing, and mixed media in a fun, supportive environment. Each session begins with a quick unjournaling warm-up, followed by short pieces of poetry or prose, hands-on creative activities, and time to develop longer pieces. Along the way, students will learn how to polish their work and submit to real contests and anthologies, building confidence and pride in their voices.Please note: There is not a session on Friday, July 4.SD Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Some characters follow the rules—yours won’t. This class is a high-energy, hands-on workshop designed to help you create bold, flawed, and irresistibly compelling characters. Through interactive exercises and expert techniques, you’ll craft characters who scheme, charm, deceive, and take risks—characters readers can’t help but root for (or obsess over). Whether they’re stealing a kiss or a kingdom, your characters will leap off the page, leaving a trail of intrigue in their wake. If you want to write fiction that crackles with life and keeps readers hooked, this is the workshop for you.Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-06-14-the-art-of-unforgettable-characters-with-arlon-jay-staggs/SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.“Printmaking on Hand-Made Paper"Create a variety of “papers” using multiple natural materials. The second step will be to print on the newly created paper, wet or dry, to create dream like images with atmospheric qualities. A possible poem or saying may enhance the finished product.A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.Space is limited. Register today!Visit: https://evergreen.humanitru.com/web/campaigns/oceanside-museum-of-art~studio-arts-w-robin-douglas?tab_5151=id%3A22693Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

This year’s black-tie event inspired by the miracles, intricacies, wonder, and power of nature features a special gourmet dinner created by Chef Jeffrey Strauss of the Pamplemousee Grill and dancing to the music of the Mighty Untouchables. Live and Silent Auctions as well as rooftop after party round out the evening.Patrons of the Prado is committed to raising funds supporting arts, culture, science, history, and theatre in Balboa Park and for programs that provide educational access, through our Bucks4Buses Initiative, for San Diego County K-12 schoolchildren to our nine beneficiaries. Since 1997, Patrons of the Prado has raised over 6.2 million dollars for our beneficiaries.Visit: https://www.patronsoftheprado.org/Patrons of the Prado on Instagram and Facebook

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.Collage and CollagraphsSurprising visual results will happen by using spontaneous applications of printmaking techniques and using different textures of cardboard and exotic papers to create a rich surface.All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Julianna Zachariou is making music in a world where streams pay pennies, forcing independent artists to get creative just to stay in the game. From crowdfunding to pushing for new legislation, she's fighting for change in the industry.