Search results for

The world is opening up again, and now’s the best time to dust off your travel journals and memories and learn about travel writing. Have you crossed the country on a motorcycle? Explored Tuscany as a wine expert? Have a great travel memoir to write? Award-winning travel writer/author, Lenore Greiner, will help you develop your area of expertise and choose your travel writing niche. Get practical advice on story angles, deciphering writers’ guidelines, pitching your work, and press trips for free travel. Plus, she’ll cover freelancing and digital opportunities, blogging, social media, authoring your travel memoir and 2025 travel trends. Includes a free workbook with 45 travel writing prompts, examples of travel articles and their structures, ledes, a sample writers guideline, a story pitching guide, and more. If you’re ready to tell your travel stories, then dive in with Lenore and sign up for this popular, engaging class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Following a weekend of immigration-related news, we discuss the impacts of President Donald Trump's deportation strategy.

Shakespeare comedies take the stage with tales of unrequited love and mistaken identities.

Democrats feel that Trump's tax and spending bill gives them an opening ahead of the 2026 midterms. But if they want to win back the House, they're going to have to get their own house in order first.

1st Annual Carnitas Cook-Off Contest Hosted by Chef Hanis & Carnitas’ Snack Shack Sunday, July 6 | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Embarcadero Shack Free and open to the public Celebrate the 4th of July weekend with a culinary competition like no other. Join us for the inaugural Carnitas Cook-Off Contest, where four talented local San Diego chefs compete to create the ultimate carnitas-inspired dish. Participating Chefs: • Pete from Angry Pete’s • Chef Andrew Bent of Papalo BBQ • Chef Ivan Munoz of The Friendly Tavern • Chef Hanis Cavin of Carnitas’ Snack Shack Event Highlights: • Live cook-off hosted by Chef Hanis • Carnitas-inspired tastings from four local chefs • Complimentary samples for all attendees • Public voting to determine the winner • Winning dish featured on the Carnitas Snack Shack menu for a limited time • Guest judges: local food bloggers and influencers • Lawn games, waterfront views, and a family-friendly atmosphere Each chef will present a unique carnitas creation, ranging from authentic classics to bold, inventive twists. Judging & Guest Participation: • Guests receive a tasting card upon entry • Sample all four dishes and cast your vote for your favorite • Winner determined by a combination of public votes and guest judge scores Carnitas' Snack Shack on Facebook / Instagram

All are invited to join us at Sparks Gallery at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday June 29 for a casual coffee conversation with Southern California mixed-media artist and educator, Kathleen Kane-Murrell and explore her latest exhibition, "Chasing Shadows." Kathleen is a charm of the Californian art world and has dedicated herself to education and the cultivation of art, establishing the award- winning children’s art program, Fine Artists™. She will be discussing her journey of creation and inspirations, particularly for her exhibition "Chasing Shadows" which is showing at Sparks Gallery in the Gaslamp District until July 6. Inspired by a childhood memory of Peter Pan, Kathleen Kane-Murrell’s "Chasing Shadows" explores the ephemeral nature of light and form. Using suspended plexiglass, she creates layered, shifting compositions where shadows become an integral part of the artwork—always present yet often overlooked. In a fast-paced world that demands quick judgments, Kane-Murrell invites viewers to slow down, engage in deep looking, and discover the quiet beauty in the fleeting. Her work is a meditation on time, transformation, and renewal, offering a space for contemplation and discovery. Visit: sparksgallery.com/ Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

5 Secrets for WINNING Personal Statement Essays Want your college essay to stand out in a sea of applicants? Join nationally recognized college admissions and essay expert Ms. G. as she reveals her Top 5 Secrets for crafting unforgettable personal statements. Perfect for students and parents, this free workshop will cover what colleges really want, powerful hooks, essay do’s and don’ts, and real examples that got students into Yale, Brown, Duke, UCLA, and more. Presented by Ms. Eva Goetze (Ms. G.) Founder of College Advising Boutique | Strategic College Consultant | Career & Major Specialist Eva Goetze, known to families as Ms. G., offers elite, personalized college advising for students of all motivation levels—whether driven or still discovering their path. With nearly two decades of experience mentoring teens and over a decade in high-level leadership roles—including former COO and three-time Chief of Staff in FinTech, AI, real estate, and marketing—Ms. G. brings sharp strategy and real-world insight to the college admissions process. At College Advising Boutique, she combines cutting-edge tools with a deeply personalized approach, guiding families through every stage: major exploration, college list development, essay editing, and application timeline management. Ms. G. stays on the pulse of emerging careers, trending majors, and competitive admissions standards, helping students prepare not just for acceptance—but for long-term success. Ms. G. is especially known for her essay expertise, having taught English in over four international countries and edited more than 20,000 essays and drafts. Her students’ essays have helped them gain acceptance to top-tier and highly selective schools, including Yale, Brown, Duke, Rice University, Tulane, Michigan State, Claremont McKenna, and all University of California campuses, including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UC San Diego. Her approach empowers students to find their authentic voice, tell powerful stories, and submit applications that rise to the top. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/college-workshop-35972 College Advising Boutique on Instagram

This breathtaking new musical is an enlightening, edge-of-your-seat ride. When a young surfer’s life is cut short, it means a second chance for a stranger. Over the course of 24 suspenseful hours in San Diego, we follow one precious heart on its vital, life-saving journey, and meet the people whose lives are impacted along the way. With a gripping book by Kait Kerrigan ("The Great Gatsby"), and directed by our own Tony Award-winning director Christopher Ashley, "The Heart" is based on the highly lauded novel by Maylis de Kerangal, "Réparer les Vivants." Anne Eisendrath and Ian Eisendrath (music supervisor of Come From Away) have crafted a unique, thrilling electronic score. Don’t miss this powerful and inspiring world premiere. La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

Acclaimed author, María Dolores Águila and award-winning illustrator Erika Meza share a joyful story that celebrates Mexican culture, teaches young readers to count, and brings smiles to everyone who listens. "Menudo Sunday" (Dial, on sale Aug. 5, 2025) is exuberant, funny, and tender, and it might even leave readers with a craving for menudo! Sundays are the best: that’s when a little girl, her mamá, abuelitos, tías, and primos gather together to share a delicious bowl of menudo, a traditional Mexican soup. But when playtime with the cousins and family dogs gets a little too wild and Abuelito Esteban’s special bowl of menudo breaks, the whole family has to pitch in to make a new batch! Through the chaos of menudo mishaps and sneaky snacks for perritos with wagging tails, young readers will giggle as they learn to count from 1 to 15 in both Spanish and English, with Spanish words sprinkled throughout the story. "Menudo Sunday" includes bonus materials at the back of the book: a glossary of Spanish words, a note from the author, and tips for hosting your own Menudo Sunday! While the story focuses on teaching young readers to count, it also emphasizes the importance of queer representation, one of the ways "Menudo Sunday" brings more inclusive and diverse narratives to the forefront. With vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming celebration of family and food, "Menudo Sunday" is sure to be a hit, even long after readers have mastered counting from 1 to 15. Reviews: “Pull up a chair, grab a bowl of menudo, and join in this beloved family tradition. As warm and welcoming as menudo con la familia.” – Kirkus Reviews “A delightful family story that also serves as a bilingual counting book. The abuelitos are a loving couple who warmly welcome their family to a celebration of love and connection; the counting and addition of ¬well-chosen and highly supported Spanish is a bonus.” – School Library Journal

Padres Watch Party – Saturday, July 5! Celebrate game day with us at Carnitas’ Snack Shack – 1004 N Harbor Drive – as the Padres take on the Rangers! Pad Squad + Swingin’ Friar Appearance: 3 p.m.–4 p.m. Game Time: 6:40 p.m. — catch it live at our bar with food, drinks & Friar fun! Event Highlights: - Tatis’ Tacos – $2.30 each (carnitas or chicken) - Tatis’ Ice Cream Taco – vanilla soft serve in a chocolate-dipped waffle shell - Home Run Derby Challenge – win raffle tickets for drinks, apps & Padres swag - 7th Inning Shot Special - Dress Code Deal – 10% off or a free shot when you wear a vintage Padres jersey - Featuring: Coronado Brewing Co., Cutwater Spirits, Coors/Miller Lite & Pacifico - Snap a pic with the Swingin’ Friar & Pad Squad! Carnitas' Snack Shack on Facebook / Instagram