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The Robert A. Heinlein Blood Drive is the San Diego Blood Bank’s largest and longest-running event. It began in 1977.

Reports of starvation in Gaza raise the questions: Why the hesitation in labeling it a famine? And who are the authorities with the power to make that call?

London's Sunday Times once called Laine "quite simply the best singer in the world."

A new glossary of the 1995 cult teen movie's most memorable expressions celebrates its 30th anniversary. Some have stood the test of time. Others not so much.

Hunger and disease continue to stalk Palestinians in Gaza, and aid organizations are warning that children are at greatest risk of starvation. A U.N. worker has described people as "walking corpses."

The mostly symbolic move puts added diplomatic pressure on Israel as the war and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip rage. France is now the biggest Western power to recognize Palestine.

A breakthrough on a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas following 21 months of war has eluded the Trump administration as humanitarian conditions worsen in Gaza.

Get a gift for a friend or yourself at the Athenaeum's quarterly book sale on our patio! As usual, we will have a large selection of gently used books, CDs, vinyl LPs, and sheet music. Hundreds of recordings of classical, jazz, and popular music are just $1 per disc, making this a music lover’s paradise. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The 2025 North Park Music Fest is back with a brand-new format! We’ve rolled all your favorite North Park events into one epic day of Live Music, Live Art, the Verbatim Book Fair, plus Craft Eats & Drinks. Catch 30+ live acts across your favorite North Park venues, explore the Creator Fair on Ray Street and North Park Way, and enjoy pop-up activations all throughout the district. It’s not just a music fest — it’s a choose-your-own-walkable-experience through the neighborhood. Here’s the deal: A $25 wristband gets you access to all the live music and exclusive drink specials. It’s part paid, part free — and totally worth it. Tickets are limited, so grab yours now before they’re gone! Explore North Park on Facebook / Instagram

Harlequin Heartwarming author Kristi Hong leads this single-session idea workshop about writing your romance novel. We’ll explore the essential elements of a great love story—from character chemistry and emotional tension to classic tropes and satisfying endings. Class will include examples from popular romances, guided exercises, and peer feedback on your ideas. Come prepared to write! (Bring paper, pencils, laptops, etc.) Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-06-22-love-on-the-page-writing-the-romance-novel-with-kristi-hong/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook