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This class is taught by women to empower women & non-gender conforming individuals in the wood shop. We cover the properties of wood, machine safety, and techniques on the chop saw, including miters, angled cuts, and how to properly cut joinery for them. Other machines will be introduced as well such as the router, biscuit jointer, and drill press. We’ll show you how to properly sand, and finish your piece with an easy, non-toxic, traditional finish. Each attendee will make a wall-hung shelf to take home. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome!

ARTIST | Alejandro Fernandez WHEN | Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 8 p.m. VENUE | Viejas Arena ADMISSION | Tickets start at $39.50 Connect with Alejandro on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X - Twitter

TERI Campus of Life, whose mission is to change the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals with special needs, is thrilled to announce that AMERICAN IDOL contender and indie rock sensation, Adin Boyer, along with special guests Jungle Poppins, will perform live at their Rock the Spectrum Benefit Concert. This event will take place on Dec. 29, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at TERI’s San Marcos Campus of Life (Cornfeather Suite/Mountain View Deck, 555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069). All proceeds will benefit TERI Campus of Life programs and services for children, adults, and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Guests will experience a magical evening of music under the stars as they bid farewell to 2023, celebrating with the talented pianist and San Diego's own Jungle Poppins. Both gifted artists credit autism as their catalyst to excellence and are geared up to “Rock the Spectrum.” Adin, an exceptional musician and advocate for Autism and Anti-Bullying, will open hearts with soulful melodies while Jungle Poppins vows to "let music upstage autism." In 2023, Adin wowed audiences on American Idol, advancing to Hollywood and earning accolades from industry icons Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and mentor Phillip Phillips. TERI is honored to host Adin in his first San Diego show prior to launching his national tour. Tickets to the concert start at $25 for general admission and $50 for VIP. The VIP ticket includes Chef Pete Moceri hosted farm to table lite bites with wine tasting and exclusive table service during concert, as well as a signed poster and artist meet and greet after the show. Dinner menu and drinks are sold separately. Concert tickets can be purchased at https://events.humanitix.com/rock-the-spectrum-benefit-concert. Sponsorship level opportunities are also available here or contact Development Director, Danielle Aguas, at danielle.aguas@teriinc.org or call/text 760.822.1321. For over 43 years, TERI Inc (Training Education and Resource Institute) has been a pioneering and innovative service provider, delivering best-practice, evidence-based services to underserved children, adults, and seniors with mild to severe intellectual and developmental disabilities in San Diego County. TERI is committed to ensuring that every person, regardless of ability, has proper access and support to discover and express their strengths within society. TERI staff provide an extensive array of enrichment options including education, arts, culinary programs, vocational training, and more. ABOUT TERI. INC. TERI Inc. and the Campus of Life’s mission is to change the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals with special needs. Since its inception in 1980, TERI has grown to accommodate a lifetime of needs while remaining true to its original goal: to improve the quality of life for children and adults with developmental and learning disabilities, and to change the way the world sees them, allowing for inclusion within the community. As a true center of innovation and excellence, the TERI Campus of Life is dedicated to transforming lives through education, performing arts, fine arts, fitness, nutrition, organic agriculture, vocational pathways, social gatherings and so much more. For more information about TERI Campus of Life, please visit: https://www.teriinc.org/campus-of-life

In this workshop, students will expand upon what they learned in Poetry One about the history of poetry written today and the beginning toolbox of poetry techniques. The focus of this workshop is the expansion of poetry techniques through the exploration of contemporary poetry types, poem techniques and the identity of different creative approaches. Upon completion of this workshop, you will have: ⁃ Explored the elements of free verse. ⁃ Defined the difference between the lyric and the narrative poem. ⁃ Considered the composite poem in light of our current society. ⁃ Practiced different poem endings. ⁃ Examined your poetic creative tendencies. ⁃ Read and analyzed two poetry books. Event Schedule: Week 1| Introduction to Poetry Two, review tips for evaluating a book of poetry, poem critique, workshop etiquette. What is free verse? Homework: begin to pick/order your books. Take home writing prompt. Week 2| What is lyric poetry? How does it differ from narrative? Read and critique class workshop. Week 3| The narrative poem and the composite poem. Read and critique class workshop. Week 4| How do poems end? In-class writing prompt. Read and critique class workshop. Week 5| Your chakra—image, diction and rhetoric. Read and critique class workshop Each participant will choose one book of poetry and one poetry craft book and submit, by week 5, a one to two page analysis of the book and its value, or not, to the individual’s poetry writing. Poem prompts will be given each week with the anticipation that the participants will generate new work. Participants are expected to actively participate in the read and critique portions of the workshop. You will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours before the start of class. If you sign up less than 24 hours before the start of the class, please email Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org for your link.

In partnership with Puppy Picnic Co. and The San Diego Humane Society, we’re bringing you a two-hour complimentary yappy hour event overlooking the Marina and Point Loma hillside on Shelter Island. Puppy Picnic Co. will have a selection of trendy dog and picnic items from their pop-up store at Liberty Station. Take selfies for the ‘gram of you and your FURever furriends at Puppy Picnic Co.’s island-inspired pupnic setup. Meet a selection of adoptable pups and Canine Ambassador Volunteers from The San Diego Humane Society. Find out how to improve your dog’s overall health and muscle recovery with a therapeutic massage, stretch techniques, and more with our Spa + Paws menu available at SpaTerre. Light bites for humans will be complimentary with a cash bar for drink purchase. Don’t forget to treat your pup to delicious dog-approved food and beverage items available off our Pooch Provisions menu. + RSVPs are required + Dogs must remain on-leash at all times + Owners are responsible for their own dogs + We reserve the right to ask dogs to leave if play gets unsafe *Parking Information: Street parking is available, as well as secured onsite self-parking and valet for an additional nominal fee. Follow Puppy Picnic Co. on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram!

Please join us for the US premiere book talk and signing of "Cities of Women" featuring author Kathleen B. Jones in an outdoor garden. Kathleen B. Jones, Professor Emerita, SDSU will discuss her first historical novel. Inspired by a decade of research, her new book explores the joys and pitfalls faced by medieval woman artists and a contemporary academic who becomes obsessed with medieval books. Kathy Jones was the chair of the first women’s studies program in the nation at SDSU and acting dean of the College of Arts and Letters. She lives in Stonington, CT, and this is her seventh book. ADMISSION | RSVP required Connect with Kathleen B. Jones on Social Media! Instagram & X/Twitter

Activists who describe themselves as "abortion abolitionists" want to charge women who have abortions with homicide and ban the fertility treatment known as IVF, saying life begins at conception.

San Marcos Harvest Fest Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. All along Via Vera Cruz between San Marcos Blvd and Grand Ave. San Marcos, CA 92078 The 31th annual San Marcos Harvest Fest returns on Sunday, October 8, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. This lively community event will feature over 200 local businesses along with area artisans and crafters offering up great shopping! Guests will also enjoy a Wine, Rhythm & Brews Garden, delicious food, kids zone, and live entertainment on two stages. ► Artisans & Crafters, Retailers & Nationwide Vendors ► Kids Festival with inflatables & carnival rides ► Delicious Culinary Creations ► Beer & Wine Garden ► Two Stages with Live Music & Local Bands Visit: sanmarcoschamber.com/chamber-signature-events/

"Maps & Memories” is inspired by Mingei International Museum’s Washi Transformed exhibit featuring highly textured two-dimensional works, expressive sculptures, and dramatic installations that explore the astonishing potential of Japanese handmade paper, known as washi. This concert features the San Diego Children’s Choir in works by Ilse Weber, as well as “Six Japanese Gardens” for solo percussion by Kaija Saariaho and the Hausmann Quartet performing Kojiro Umezaki’s “(Cycles) What falls must rise” for shakuhachi, string quartet and electronics. Arrive early for a complimentary pre-concert champagne reception at 6 p.m. This concert is put on by San Diego-based classical music organization Art of Elan in collaboration with the Mingei International Museum. View more of Art of Elan's upcoming 2023 season here: or view more of Mingei International Museum's upcoming exhibitions and events here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Ready to shop small and also experience a fun trick-or-treating event for the whole family!? Join us in the beautiful Ocean Beach neighborhood of San Diego to grab a drink, bite to eat, shop small and trick-or-treat! Find us on the plaza by Blue Water Seafood Ocean Beach, OB Surf Lodge and Wonderland Ocean Pub! 5083 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego, CA 92107 Products will be a wide variety of handmade goods such as jewelry, knit goods, home decor, metal working, prints, soap, paintings, candles, etc. No MLM or direct sales will be present. This event is FREE to attend! You only pay for the items you wish to purchase and the drinks you want to consume. This is a family friendly event, however please note alcohol will be present due to the nature of the venues. I Heart Indie Markets on Facebook / Instagram