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You’ve written your story, but something is wrong. You can’t quite put your finger on it, but you believe it’s a serious problem. How do you know what to fix? In this seminar-style course, author/publisher Mark O’Bannon discusses how to analyze and fix a story. One of the main reasons that stories fail is because the writer is using obsolete techniques. Sessions' description: • First Session: You’ll learn some of the advanced writing techniques used by professional writers such as J.K. Rowling (Harry Potter), J.J. Abrams (LOST, Star Trek, Star Wars) and Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad). • Second Session: You’ll learn how to break down a story into its essential elements so that you can create a plan to improve your work. • Third Session: Learn how to use simple techniques to fix a broken story. • Last Session: Discover how you can take an average story and turn it into a great story. This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to see if a story will work (and make money) or if it will fail. Discover how to recognize a broken story and how to fix it before you put time and money into your project. Bring a pen and paper for notes. Date | Tuesday, February 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location | Online via Zoom Register here! For more information, please visit sandiegowriters.org/how-to-fix-a-story-with-mark-obannon or call (619) 696-0363.

Julian Khater pleaded guilty to two felony counts of assaulting, resisting or impeding officers with a dangerous weapon in a D.C. court last September.

From the museum: Oceanside Unfiltered is a street photography exhibition showcasing local photographers. The selected photos showcase a candid and truly unfiltered view of Oceanside, focusing on places and individuals that often go unnoticed. The photographers featured come from various walks of life and have all called Oceanside home at one time or another. The images chosen are not your standard pier and sunset photos. They are gritty and reflect a side of Oceanside that the influx of tourists doesn’t see. They evoke emotion and may surprise you. This eye-opening exhibition is curated by notable Oceanside photographer, Zach Cordner. Cordner has been a resident of Oceanside for over twenty years. He has spent the time documenting Oceanside throughout its interesting evolution. This has given him crucial insight and access into unseen aspects of the city. Cordner has spent his career photographing some of the most recognizable celebrities, brands and magazines including Tony Hawk, Jimmy Kimmel, Capitol Records, Vans, The Hundreds and Rolling Stone magazine. Today, Cordner stays connected to the North County community through his work with The Osider and Encinitas Magazine, where he is co-founder and oversees all photography content. This exhibition highlights the work of some of Oceanside’s best photographers, including work from Cordner along with 2thabrain, Dominic Cooley, Sergio Garcia, Robby Gogatz, Trevor J, Charlie Neuman, Jens Ochlich, Brookes Reeder, Cameron Reeder, JT Rhoades, Edna Navarrete, Adam Ruzzamenti, David Stoddard, Jordan Verdin, and Andres Ximenez. Related event: Music at the Museum: Oceanside Unfiltered, May 6, 2022, 5:00-9:00 p.m. Related links: OMA on Facebook OMA on Instagram Exhibition information and virtual tour OMA visiting information

There may be no better case for the power of hip-hop's geographic diversity than Los Angeles, whose sprawl of distinct creative microclimates is a genre unto itself.

Premieres Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Thursday, Sept. 8 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / PBS Video App. The political leaders and choices they made that have undermined and threatened American democracy. How officials fed lies about the 2020 election and embraced rhetoric that led to political violence.

Over 400 of the top junior tennis players in the country, aged 16 and 18 and under, will compete for the title of National Champion. In addition, the following wild cards to the 2022 U.S. Open will be awarded to the tournament’s top finishers. 18s Champion – US Open Main Draw and US Open Junior Main Draw 18s Finalist – US Open Qualifying and US Open Junior Main Draw 18s 3rd Place – US Open Junior Main Draw 16s Champion – US Open Junior Main Draw 18s 4th & 5th Place – US Open Junior Qualifying The Girls’ 16s event will begin on Saturday, August 6 and conclude with the singles and doubles finals on Saturday, August 13. The Girls’ 18s tournament will get underway on Sunday, August 7 and conclude with the singles and doubles championships on Sunday, August 14. Both divisions will feature 256-player singles draws with the top 32 players receiving a first-round bye. There will also be 128-team doubles draws with the top 16 teams getting first-round byes. The Opening Ceremony for the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 16s and 18s National Championships will take place at the Barnes Tennis Center on Saturday, August 6 at 4:30 p.m. Admission is free each day of the tournament and there is no charge for parking at the Barnes Tennis Center. Daily starting times are subject to change. For the most current schedule information go to the official tournament website at: www.ustagirlsnationals.com. Follow them on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Air traffic control lost contact with the Cessna just 15 minutes after takeoff, the NTSB tells NPR. The wayward business jet set off military and defense alarms in the national capital area.

This weekend in the arts: "Our Ancestors' Dream" at The Front; "Little Shop of Horrors"; the La Jolla Art and Wine Festival; 25 years of Oceanside Museum of Art; and the San Diego Symphony performs Beethoven's 5th and more.

Ancient feuds. Misty moors. Highland spirits. Bagpipes. Fiddles. Magic. Scottish legends have all that and more with a special storytelling show to kick off the annual San Diego Highland Games. Enjoy live storytelling as some of San Diego’s most acclaimed storytellers take the stage to recount tales from this ancient and storied land. Back by popular demand -- James Nelson-Lucas, Aunt Li-Anne, Mindy Donner, and Marilyn McPhie will entertain with traditional tales and legends from the highlands and isles of Scotland. New to this stage is Lissette Ryan, who couples her tales with tunes on her harp. Also joining in the evening’s entertainment is another well-loved favorite – Rachel Amov, the Gypsy Fiddler, weaving her music around (and sometimes through) the stories. Organizer Marilyn McPhie says, "I fell once again under the spell of Scotland's stories on a visit to this ancient land. These tales will fill listeners with wonder, delight – and perhaps a few shivers. No one is ever too young or too old for a good story." Marilyn McPhie and Aunt Li-Anne will also be sharing stories at the games on Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 p.m. and 2:50 p.m. in the children's area. The storytelling show will be held on the Beer Garden stage at the Highland Games venue, Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA. 6/24 event is designed for ages 12 and up. Tickets available at Eventbrite or at the door. $20 for adults; under 12, free. More information: 858-337-0990 or www.storytellersofsandiego.org

Opera Neo’s season-opening Aria Gala introduces the 2022 young artists, each singing a signature aria. An annual tradition, held for the first time at The Conrad, the Aria Gala is a beloved and popular event! The performance will be followed by a reception with the artists with hors d’oeuvres, wine, and dessert (all attendees are invited to the reception). Date | Sunday, July 10 at 6 p.m. Location | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $47 to $88. For more information, please visit ljms.org/events/opera-neo or call (858) 459-3728.