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In this six week workshop, students will expand upon what they have learned about the key components of novel writing. The focus of this workshop will be on character development, scene building, narrative structure and the process of writing a first draft. Participants will be encouraged to submit a chapter of their work for peer review. Previous Novel Writing Certificate classes are recommended as a prerequisite. However, experienced/advanced writers may take this workshop with instructor approval. Note: Though this class is offered as part of the Novel Writing Certificate Program, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

When writing a novel, we must know our primary characters inside and out. We need to understand their desires, motivations, and frustrations, their histories and their futures. This workshop will focus on the development of authentic characters. Participants will examine character as both autonomous and residing within the context of the other novelistic elements, and we will examine the challenge of creating and integrating these various elements into a cohesive and credible whole. Participants will explore the main character(s) in their novels-in-progress. No texts required. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Writing a novel? This intermediate course will examine the eight fundamental elements of the novel. From Concept to Conclusion, we will evaluate your work so far and check the foundation for cracks. Written lessons, curated online resources, and targeted exercises (along with instructor and peer feedback) will help guide you in your novel-writing process. Note: This course is a good follow-up to T. Greenwood’s Write That Novel! workshop. No texts required. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc. can be found on our policies page. If you would like to provide feedback regarding this class, please feel free to complete an evaluation form. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Pink slime is a derisive term used to describe the filler meat producers put in their products. It’s also used to describe websites that purport to produce unbiased news but actually have a partisan agenda.

Create beautiful new holiday memories with a decadent Christmas Eve buffet dinner full of traditional favorites and culinary surprises in the stunning new Southpointe Ballroom, featuring a beautiful display of sparkling holiday lights adorning the vaulted ceiling. The resort’s 2023 season will be "A Twenties Holiday Affair" with the return of Skating by the Sea®, thousands of holiday lights, and dazzling holiday décor in 1920s art-deco style throughout the resort. For more information visit: hoteldel.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Israel claims some achievements in more than three months of fighting since Hamas' Oct. 7 attack, but the Palestinian death toll has soared and the militant group still clings to power in Gaza.

With recent closures of hospital birthing wards, the role of birth centers has become increasingly essential, especially for women of color.

The International Organization for Migration on Sunday increased its estimate of the death toll from a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea to more than 670.

In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of feng shui, as well as ways to incorporate these tips into daily life. Specifically, students will learn more about how to create an environment that best supports them in day-to-day life and in their artistic endeavors. By the end of the workshop, participants will have suggestions for inviting in new opportunities via increasing productivity and finding creative flow, as well as gaining recognition through aligning with the “right” people to assist on the creative journey. Class will be two hours and will be both lecture and participatory. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

San Diego Cactus & Succulent Society Plant Show and Sale See incredible out-of-this-world succulents and cacti from around the globe, and shop for unique plants from dozens of plant vendors and local artisans. This show and sale traditionally attracts enthusiasts from much of SoCal. There will be specialty plant vendors/growers from AZ, NM, CA. Ceramic potters will offer unusual, artistic pots to compliment your newest garden treasures. The show is open to anyone who grows succulent plants, and there is no limit to the number of entries per class or number of classes entered. Detailed show information is available on our website. If purchasing, customers select desired items from one or multiple vendors then pay for all items in a single transaction. Free admission. Early-bird sale access on Saturday for members (with membership card)! For more information visit: sdcss.net Stay Connected on Facebook