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"Poe & More Poe" is a spell-binding evening of tales by the master of the macabre, Edgar Allen Poe. Spend an eerie October evening filled with mystery, in the key of ‘Dark’. Presented by Write Out Loud and performed by talented San Diego actors at the historic Villa Montezuma, "Poe & More Poe" is a gothic evening of supernatural stories and poetry. Recommended for all ages! Write Out Loud on Youtube

The title of his poetry workshop for beginning or seasoned poets comes from a line of poetry by Pablo Neruda. The great Chilean poet was describing the way poetry affected him. Moreno reported that he was watching the movie "Il Postino," a film about Neruda’s relationship with a postman. The movie was over, and Moreno was watching the credits on VHS when a few lines of the poem, Poetry, appeared. Moreno stated that the words mesmerized him, and he had to rewind the film until he had copied all the words in the poem. When we read a poem, written by a poet in love with the art, how does it affect us? This class will review men and women poets whose love for the spoken word embodies what Moreno calls IMIC: Inspiration, Motivation, Imagination, Contagion. In other words, a poem inspires us, then motivates us to write, then calls the gift of our imagination, then creates contagious composition among anyone hearing the poem and is inspired by the sound, the rhythm, & the story of the poem. The first 90 minutes will include poetry from Rumi, Kim Rosen, Kalil Gibran, and Naomi Shihab Nye that may inspire healing, hope, and kindness in the poets attending this class. Film clips of these poets will be blended with poems read by Moreno that counter hate and ignorance and might be named poetry for trying times. Moreno remembers Neruda’s quote that the poet’s task is to comfort the disturbed and to disturb the comfortable. The great American poet William Stafford stated this about the work of Naomi Shihab Nye: her poems combine transcendent liveliness & sparkle with warmth and human insight. She is a champion of the literature of encouragement and heart. Reading her work enhances life. The second 90 minutes moves the poetry to local poets who have inspired Moreno: Sharon Elise, Steve Kowit (R.I. P.), Delores Fisher, Rudy Francisco, and Joe Milosch are strong storytellers who hold the promise of inspiration to any who will carve out time to listen. If you are looking for a critique group this is not the class for you. This class, as are all Jim’s classes, is taught in a container of safety and respect. San Diego Writers, Ink Website / Facebook / Instagram

Some scenes are harder to write than others. Maybe they’re deeply personal. Maybe they stir up complicated emotions. Or maybe they just feel impossible to get right. In this supportive, hands-on workshop, writers will learn how to move through emotional resistance and finally write the scenes they’ve been avoiding. Blending mindfulness with craft, we’ll create a calm and focused space for exploration. Writers will leave with a 500-word discovery draft, practical editing tools for emotionally intense prose, and grounded strategies for moving forward. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Do you want to see your writing in magazines? Would you like to receive a check for what you write? If your goal is to write personal essays and get paid for them, this is the class for you. We will go through idea generation, how to find publications that are right for your idea, and how to pitch to editors and locate their e-mail addresses. You will finish the class with several ideas for essays, where to pitch them, and with a list of resources to build those bylines! Note: We are offering TWO scholarships for writers who self-identify as having financial need. If you are interested, please contact Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org. Thank you! San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Have you ever wondered how different kinds of scientists work together to discover the history of San Diego and protect the future of its plants, animals, and people? Come travel through time as you practice anthropology and ecology! EcoLogik fuses ecology and technology to connect youth to the natural resources and science of America's National Parks. This workshop is intended for participants from elementary through high school. Registration is required. San Diego Public Library on Instagram

Learn about Japanese folklore with author Charles Kowalski. San Diego Public Library on Instagram

In celebration of the centennial of John Coltrane and Miles Davis, multi-award-winning pianist Emmet Cohen brings together an all-star quintet. Alongside saxophonist Tivon Pennicott and trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, Cohen continues the journey set forth by these artistic geniuses—seeking deeper truths through sound. Join Cohen and his ensemble for a bold, reimagined experience of the music that forever changed the course of jazz. Emmet Cohen on Facebook / Instagram

The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of North County San Diego and the LWV of San Diego to hear three experts discuss the ways money and politics influence local entities. Our panel is: Brian Adams, of the SDSU Political Science Department. His book: "Campaign Finance in Local Elections: Buying the Grassroots" examines whether the campaign finance system undermines the capacity of local elections to enhance the democratic character of American elections. Lucas Robinson, investigative reporter for the San Diego Union-Tribune. His work has covered politics, the courts, schools and the pandemic. He will report on his recent investigation of SANDAG's failure to reform no-bid contracting. David Edward Burke, founder of Citizens Take Action. This nonprofit supports policies and programs that enhance the voices of individuals within our political system. As an attorney, he has worked in Congress, coordinated statewide ballot initiatives, and clerked for two Superior Court judges, among other nonprofit work. The public is invited; a Q&A session will follow; light refreshments will be served. League of Women Voters of North County San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for August's Whiskey Club with Suntory Global Spirits! Get ready for a night of exceptional Japanese whisky and good company. Join us as Brand Ambassador Kevin Aarestad walks us through the rich history, craftsmanship, and flavor of Suntory Global Spirits—featuring some of their most iconic expressions. Space is limited, so grab your ticket now and come explore the world of Japanese whisky with us! The Whiskey House on Facebook / Instagram

"The Many Worlds and Identities of Guadalupe" with Alberto López Pulido / "Los Muchos Mundos e Identidades de Guadalupe" con Alberto López Pulido Over the years, Mexicanos and Chicane/a/os have been preoccupied with questions of identity in relation to its fluid and multidimensional nature. Through the power of Chicana and Chicano Art, "The Many Worlds and Identities of Guadalupe" explores Guadalupe as an embodiment of these worlds in an attempt to better understand Chicana/o culture and identity in our contemporary world Alberto López Pulido is the founding chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of San Diego, where he has taught since 2003. A native of San Diego’s South Bay, his upbringing between borders shaped his fronterizo perspective. He began his education at Southwestern College before earning degrees in Sociology and Chicano Studies from UC San Diego. He later completed graduate studies at the University of Notre Dame under the mentorship of Dr. Julian Samora. Pulido’s research explores the intersection of Chicana/o/x communities, spirituality, and cultural expression. His award-winning work on Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Logan Heights is among his important works of scholarship. A trained sociologist, he has published widely on ethnic studies, Chicano/a studies in higher education, and material culture. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram