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We learn a lot when we enter the perspective other people and even objects of the natural and unnatural world. This class will discuss a series of persona poems…written in the voice of the “other”…in order to arrive at a new and deeper understanding of others’ experience. Pulitzer Prize winner Louise Gluck has an entire book, "The Wild Iris", in which the poems are all written in the voice of plants. The purpose of our session will be to practice entering into another’s experience and searching for a deeper meaning that we can apply to own lives. Both poets and prose writers can benefit from this experience.

After a historic drop in enrollment during the pandemic, California community colleges are ramping up marketing efforts, spending more than $40 million in state and federal dollars to lure students back. Is it working?

This class will examine the history of the short poem beginning with fragments by Sappho, moving through Japanese short forms and up to contemporary poets who use the form. The main focus of our writing will look at Dickinson poems and her theories on the short form. We will discuss the effectiveness and purpose of short writing and using models, practice our own forms and pieces. This class will work well for both poets and prose writers, as time will be allotted to cover flash writing.

The goblins are haunting, the monsters will mash, it's time to get ready for our Halloween bash. Join the best young performers in San Diego as they perform some the best known spooky songs for you from "Beetlejuice the musical," "Little Shop of Horrors," "The Addams Family," "The Nightmare Before Christmas," and much more. It is a spectacular event of music, light, drama, and dance! We hope you will join us for a concert you won't want to miss and stay after the show to take photos with your favorite characters. Theater for Young Professionals on Facebook / Instagram

Listeners explain why they decided to remain friends with their exes, keep a friendly distance — or leave them behind.

Adam Sandler will be bringing his unique brand of comedy and song back to North America this fall, starting October 21 in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Sandler will stop at Viejas Arena in San Diego on December 4. Additional cities on the 15-date fall outing include Manchester, Boston, Belmont Park, Tampa, and more. A successful actor, writer, producer, and musician, Sandler has also performed on stage to live audiences on a sold-out tour across the US and Canada. In 2018, “100% Fresh” was released on Netflix, which was Sandler’s first comedy special in 20 years and filmed during his last concert tour. In conjunction with Netflix, Warner Bros. Records released the audio companion to Sandler’s critically acclaimed Netflix special. Beyond his beloved standup, Sandler’s films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide, and his films on Netflix have been some of the streamer’s most successful. Sandler’s recent film “Hustle” was a critic and audience favorite.

The blanket of debris covering a village has become more unstable with rain and streams trapped under it, officials say, and villagers digging with bare hands through muddy rubble is also concerning.

Created by the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation for children 2-5 years old, Trail Tykes includes a children’s story read aloud, and a craft/activity or short guided walk. This free program for children and their families takes place at 10 a.m. at the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center every second and fourth Sunday and Monday of the month. Each event runs approximately one hour and each session can accommodate up to 25 children. When registering, reserve only for the number of children in your group. Please meet in the Visitor Center lobby, and the group will head outdoors to the amphitheater or stay indoors if it's too hot or rainy. Facial coverings are recommended indoors but not required. The MTRP Visitor Center is located at 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, 92119. Questions? Email MTRP Foundation Lead Educator Alissa Lustgarten at alustgarten@mtrp.org. If you register and cannot attend, please cancel your reservation to allow others to enjoy the program. Thank you! Trail Tykes is organized and facilitated by the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation and supported through the generosity of MTRP Foundation donors.

Celebrate Easter at Fairmont Grand Del Mar with a spectacular Easter Brunch Buffet, Egg Hunt, and a Visit from the Easter Bunny! Gather with friends and family for a Grand Easter Brunch Buffet featuring a selection of delectable dishes, a seafood bar, carving stations, and a variety of delicious desserts. Seatings will be available at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 9 in the Manchester Salon and Elizabeth Ballroom. After brunch, enjoy live entertainment and watch along as the exciting egg hunt takes place. Make sure your kids also enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny! To purchase tickets, click HERE. $160/adult and $80/child ages 4-11. Children ages 0-3 are complimentary with a paid adult. For those wanting to kick off the Easter celebrations early, a festive Easter Bunny Tea will take place on Saturday, April 8 from noon-4 p.m. Savor a delightful array of petit fours and sweet delicacies, kid-friendly treats, tea, and a glass of champagne. $125/per adult and $63/per child ages 4-11. Children ages 0-3 are complimentary with a paid adult.

Americans say Black Friday is overhyped, but nearly 1 in 5 still plan to do most of their shopping then. This holiday season is expected to break shopping records.