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Something happened. A series of events shaped your life. Now you want to write about them. But what format will you choose? In this in-depth workshop, we’ll investigate whether to take real-life events and use them as the basis of a memoir or a work of fiction–and how to make the right choice for your story. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Explore mindfulness-based writing using fun prompts to collectively inspire and deepen your intuitive expression. Participants in this one-session creative writing workshop will be inspired by a series of short, in-class prompts with a poem and pictures. The aim is to boost creativity and deepen each participant’s intuitive expression through contemplative practices. We will start this workshop with a brief mindfulness settling-in exercise—and a poem to accompany the session’s theme. And after each writing prompt, participants will be encouraged to discuss their work in small groups. This intuitive creation process is highly motivating; it enhances self-awareness and the flow of ideas and connection with others. This course is designed for every type of writer: novelists, poets, screenwriters, playwrights, journalists, essayists, etc., with all levels of experience: from novice writers to seasoned authors. We will focus on the collective inspiration derived from a fresh series of fun and original writing prompts. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

An author platform is all about visibility and building an audience for your work. And here’s a surprise: Social media is only a small slice of the platform pie! In this workshop, we’ll clear up common misconceptions about what an author platform really is and explore the many components that make it thrive. You’ll assess your own strengths, identify areas to grow, and leave with a practical plan—and the confidence—to begin building a powerful, authentic platform that supports your writing career. This workshop is on Saturday, Sept.13, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. @SDWI. Cost is $36 for Members & $42 for Non-Members. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

La Mesa Oktoberfest runs Friday, Oct. 3 from 4 - 10 p.m. + Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. + Sunday, Oct. 5 from Noon - 8 p.m. See the schedule below for details about The DACKELDORF DACHSHUND VILLAGE returning to the La Mesa Oktoberfest with much excitement and o’ so much cuteness! Bring your furry friend to our 3-day, Dackeldorf Extravaganza starting Friday, October 3 with the first event starting at 5 p.m. From Wiener dog races to a fashion show, we have many activities planned for your pup this year so they can enjoy the La Mesa Oktoberfest as much as you do! Dachshund Village is open to any breed, so make sure to pack your leash and bring your lovable pooches out to play! Limited quantities of doggy goody bags available! This year’s La Mesa Oktoberfest introduces a fun new activity in Dachshund Village: planking with a dachshund! Participants will hold a plank while a plush dachshund rests on their back, with the chance to win the cute plush! Whether you’re a seasoned planker or just in it for the fun, this dachshund-inspired fitness challenge is sure to entertain all. Event Schedule: Dachshund Planking: Register Day of Friday, Oct. 3 @ 6:45 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 12 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 1:30 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 3 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 4:30 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 1:15 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 2:45 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 3:45 PM Dog Races Times: Register Day of Friday, Oct. 3 @ 7 PM Friday, Oct. 3 @ 8 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 12:30 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 2 PM Saturday (La Mesa Oktoberfestat heart races), Oct. 4 @ 3:30 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 5 PM Saturday (Dachshund at heart races), Oct. 4 @ 6 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 7 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 12:30 PM Sunday (Dachshund at heart races), Oct. 5 @ 2 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 4 PM Sunday (Dachshund at heart races), Oct. 5 @ 5 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 6 PM FASHION SHOW: Register Day of All friendly dogs are welcome to enter! Dress up your pup and come strut your stuff! We will have prizes for Best Hot Dog, Best Lederhosen and Drindl, People’s Choice, Most Oktoberfest Spirit, & Best Matching Costumes HOWL-DELING & TRICK CONTEST: Register Day of Can your pup yodel? This is your dog’s chance to howl like they never have before. Cat got their tongue? They can show off their most awesome trick for their chance to win! All friendly dogs are welcome to enter! Friday, Oct. 3 – 5 PM Saturday, Oct. 4 – 6 PM Sunday, Oct. 5 – 1:30 PM

Please join us as we celebrate our annual Julian Grape Stomp Festa! We are excited to be continuing the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs and letting tons of blessed grapes squish beneath your feet! September 6, 2025 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – at Menghini Winery 1150 Julian Orchards Dr Regular Admission – $25.00 Includes Wine Glass & One Tasting (for those 21+), Stomping & Great Entertainment Additional Tastings are $1.00 each 2025 will also include additional shaded seating areas Children 6-20 $8.00 We'll have a jumper for the kids and other kid games These are important things to note to help you enjoy your visit: - Bring cash (small bills), the internet is spotty at this location and connecting to pay with cards can be very time consuming. - Even if you are 99, you need to bring your ID. Licensing for the event requires all IDs must be checked in order to get the “21+” wrist band, which is required for tastings. Feel Free to bring your own lawn chairs. There will be great food vendors at the event. Bring your appetite. Visit: Julian Grape Stomp Festa

The 43rd Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair, presented by San Diego Foundation, features 75 musical acts on seven stages and is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. Southern California’s largest free two-day music festival is held on 10 city blocks in the community of Normal Heights. 2025 headlining performers are: Mexican electronic music legends Nortec: Bostich + Fussible, Rockabilly icons Dave & Deke Combo, garage rock favorites The Schizophonics, touring Blues master Chris Cane Band, LA indie punk rockers Strawberry Fuzz, Soul all-stars The Styletones, surf-garage rockers The Creepy Creeps, dynamic female salsa band Sabrosas Latin Orchestra. Other Street Fair attractions include carnival rides, Fern Street Circus performances, beer gardens, festival foods, 300 exhibitors with unique offerings, and comedy shows at the Adams Avenue Theater. Come chill in the Cool Zone sponsored by San Diego Community Power, located in Smitty’s parking lot at 3441 Adams Avenue. Adams Ave Business Association on Facebook / Instagram

Pre-Halloween writing event: writers will learn about the Steampunk Genre, and participate in two mind-bending writing excursions from the Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror anthology: The Secret Room: a surreal group creative writing exercise designed to activate your imagination, from famed surrealist Aimee Bender, author of "The Girl in the Flammable Skirt" and "The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake." Giving Sentience to Inanimate Objects: using provided objects, or something of your own, you will follow steps to create your own unique story. Contributed by former film exec, writer/producer, artist and script consultant, Devorah Cutler-Rubenstein. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

The storm flooded parts of North Carolina's Outer Banks, including a section of the main highway. Another round of overwash was happening during the evening's high tide.

On Friday, July 25, Songwriter Sanctuary will host a special edition performance of its monthly series in celebration of Disability Pride Month featuring artists with lived experiences and/or deep ties to the disability community, including Espi Love, The Bella Lunas, and Miranda Ramos with Dylan Razwick. The event is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley in partnership with Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.) Disabled people are one of the largest, most diverse, and most excluded groups in our society. But the problem isn’t disability itself; it’s the ableism (both overt and unintentional) baked into our spaces and systems. Through story and song, we’ll explore how access, care, and inclusion can create a better world for all of us - because anyone can become disabled at any time, and increased access is a lifelong practice! Come celebrate the power and pride of this vibrant community! ASL Interpreters and reserve seating area for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks will be provided. Please visit the accessibility section below for additional access needs and/or email mollyrose@nhunited.org by July 18. About the Artists Miranda Ramos: (accompanied by Dylan Razwick): Two-time 2024 Best of San Diego Winner in the categories of Best Country Musician & Singer/Songwriter and 2025 San Diego Music Award Nominee Miranda Ramos is a one of a kind artist who believes that a song isn't just sung, it must be performed. Drawing inspiration from her County and Rock roots, Miranda's songwriting is honest and relatable. She performs with her full band, as an acoustic duo or trio covering top 40 music and originals in the county genre with some pop, rock, and alternative hits thrown in (because why not?), and is the lead female vocalist in ALT2K San Diego's Premier Alt Rock Cover Band. The Bella Lunas: Kismet brought The Bella Lunas together in San Diego, California in 2022 and the vibrant trio immediately bonded over their love of music, creativity and American Sign Language. Rhea, a versatile singer-songwriter and ASL Interpreter, showcases her powerful, raw musical talent and exceptional vocals. Sheena, a CODA (Child of a Deaf Adult), brings her velvety vocals and passion for perfectly blended harmonies. Lily, a Deaf artist, wowed the other ladies with her unique ASL rhythmic renditions of visual music. Rhea and Sheena's voices and instruments blend together in angelic harmonies, weaving intricate patterns of sound that captivate audiences. Yet it is Lily, a Deaf artist and performer, who introduces a completely new dimension with American Sign Language. They are graceful together with the music as it creates a mesmerizing experience you can see, hear, and feel. Espi Love: Espi Love is a local poet who residing on traditional Kumeyaay land (San Diego, CA). They're also a vocalist, actress, model, and competitive dancer, and crochet artist. Espi believes in art as a form of not only creative expression but protest, resistance, whimsy in a world that tells us to leave our playfulness behind. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church - 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ish. Suggested Donation: $10, but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully) Accessibility: ASL interpreters and reserved seating for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks provided. Sensory station in foyer includes single use masks, ear plugs, and hand sanitizer. Venue runs two Corsi-Rosenthal box fan filters during the event. Please direct any additional venue accessibility requests to Molly mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org at least (5) business days prior to the event. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change Aug. 29 - Claire King - Hailey Wetzel - Lexi Pulido Sept. 26 - Joe Summers - Grainne Hunt - Helena Holleran Oct. 24 - Shea Givens - Kevin Cooper - Anthony Cullins Dec 5. - Holiday Edition! - JT Moring - Cara Cormier - David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Songwriter Sanctuary on Instagram

Multiple agencies are working to put out the Mission Fire in Bonsall, near Mission Road.