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Always wanted to share your story but not sure where to start? This course will introduce you to successful memoirs, help you brainstorm your ideas, and clarify the differences between memoir and autobiography. There will be time for self-reflection, to share ideas (only if you’re comfortable) and address any concerns you have around excavating and sharing your memories on paper. We’ll even take time to do a little breathing to clear your mind for creativity! Disclaimers Please note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. If you enroll in this class less than 24 hours before it begins, please either send us a message or email us at programs@sandiegowriters.org to request your link. Please be advised that it is best to register at least a week before the start of a class to help our instructors prepare and ensure that it does not get canceled or rescheduled. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc. can be found on our policies page. At the end of the course, please complete the evaluation form—your feedback is invaluable for improving our classes and supporting the grant reporting that makes these programs possible. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Vista for a day filled with shopping, food and family fun. The SFS Funfair & Market is a community event, school fundraiser and fun for the whole family including over 40 market vendors, a food court, beer garden, giant inflatables, laser tag, petting zoo and more. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of fun! For more details visit https://sfsfunfair.eventbrite.com If you're a vendor and want to showcase your delicious food or unique products to the crowd, now’s your chance to register. Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Help us make this year’s Funfair and Market unforgettable. Save $25 when you register before April 15th! Use code EARLYBIRD25 at checkout. To learn more and register visit https://bit.ly/SFSFFMVendor Admission is free but tickets are required for the beer garden, games and activities. The price of each game and/or activity will range between $3 and $10. Tickets will be sold at the gate. Ticket pre-orders will be available online 4 weeks prior to the event and close 24 hours prior to the event. Pre-ordered tickets and/or bracelets may picked up at the Funfair ticket booth the day of the event. Please note, all ticket sales are non-refundable. For the best experience, please bring cash. While game and event tickets may be purchased with card payment, many of the product and food vendors may only accept cash. St. Francis School of Vista on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Spring in elegance with our sumptuous Afternoon Tea. Easter Bunny Tea is served with a delicious selection of house-made sweet treats, yummy child-friendly petit fours, savory tea sandwiches, and French pastries. All accompanied by a choice of freshly brewed fine teas and a special hop-in appearance from a special fluffy guest. Join us for this Westgate tradition, complete with champagne for adults (21+) and a take-home gift for children. After the event, stay from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. as the springtime cheer continues on the Riviera Terrace with an egg hunt extraordinaire featuring the Easter bunny. The Westgate Hotel on Facebook / Instagram

For centuries, artists have understood the power of three—a principle woven throughout history in art, storytelling, and music. This exuberant finale embraces that timeless idea, pairing chamber works and concertos built around trios of soloists in a joyful, virtuosic celebration to close the season. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

From Shakespeare-inspired song to Beethoven’s haunting “Ghost” Trio, composers engage the voices of the past. The evening culminates in Vaughan Williams’ luminous "Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis"—a rare chance to hear this soaring work performed by a specially assembled large ensemble in all its radiant breadth. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

What is life but an endless series of “uh oh”s? From our earliest childhood accidents to our most overwhelming adult anxieties, it’s a little phrase that looms large throughout our existence. The songs of Patrick Watson transform your everyday surroundings into your own imaginary wonderland, translating stress and sorrow into joy, and helping you find peace within the chaos of modern life. Gates Open at 6 p.m.

World-renowned pianist Brad Mehldau expands the language between genres with an homage to the late indie folk artist Elliott Smith, whose music inspired a generation of songwriters. Joined by Chris Thile (vocals), Blake Mills (vocals), Matt Chamberlain (drums), and John Davis (bass), this lauded band is backed by the 17-piece USC Thornton Chamber Virtuosi on Mehldau’s rich cinematic arrangements. Brad Mehldau on Facebook / Instagram

Step inside the salons where Schubert’s music first came to life. This evening recreates the spirit of the original Schubertiades—intimate gatherings where friends shared new songs and chamber works at close range. Songs, chamber music, and the radiant Fantasy for four hands draw us into the world of 1820s Vienna, where this music was heard for the very first time. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

From the lost years of war to the exuberance of the Roaring Twenties, England’s music finds a new voice. Vaughan Williams’ windswept poetry and Elgar’s searing Piano Quintet give way to Walton’s dazzling "Façade"—a jazzy, theatrical burst of modern energy— as an old country steps boldly into a new age. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

This Easter Sunday, The Marine Room invites guests to indulge in a lavish three-course prix fixe brunch experience with views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Situated along the La Jolla coastline, this iconic oceanfront dining destination offers a refined selection of appetizers, entrées, and desserts crafted from the finest, sustainably sourced seasonal ingredients, along with free-flowing sparkling wine and mimosas. Menu highlights include Peruvian Crudo with bluefin tuna and aji amarillo agua chile, West Coast Oysters with tequila mignonette and tabasco sorbet, Crab Cake Benedict with Siberian caviar beurre blanc, Steak and Eggs featuring Australian wagyu with béarnaise, Truffle Croque Madame with toasted brioche, prosciutto cotto, truffle mornay and fried egg, and more. Guests can end the meal on a sweet note with desserts such as Chocolate Ganache Tart, Apple Bomb, Crème Brûlée and Strawberry Shortcake. The Marine Room’s Easter brunch will be available on Sunday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is priced at $150 per person and $70 for children under 12 (excluding tax and gratuity). For more information or to make a reservation, visit https://www.marineroom.com/upcoming-happenings/. The Marine Room on Facebook / Instagram