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Class Description Will 2026 be the year you finally write that novel you’ve been dreaming about? This eight-week online novel writing course will walk you through the process step by step. Each week, the focus will be on some technical aspect of novel writing — from premise to point of view, plot & structure to methods of characterization. In addition to the weekly lesson, there will be curated readings and assignments which you may post for instructor feedback. Additionally, in the last two weeks, you will be allowed to post up to 2000 words of your work-in-progress for critique. This is a flexible course, which you can “do” at your own pace, though ideally you will follow along week by week. There are no live sessions and no Zoom, so if you have to miss a week or two, the lesson will still be there waiting for you when you come back! NOTE: While participants are encouraged to interact (offering feedback to each other’s work and engaging in online discussions about the material), engagement and interaction amongst participants varies from session to session and is not mandatory. Required texts: "Hooked" by Les Edgerton and "Plot & Structure" by James Scott Bell Disclaimers 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

Have you ever looked at your dog and wished they could just tell you what they want? Join us for a live conversation diving deeper into our film "Can Dogs Talk?" We’re bringing together the pioneer of the talking dog movement, Christina Hunger, and her famous companion Stella, alongside cognitive scientist Federico Rossano to discuss canine cognition and communication. YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtube.com/live/-o7x8tZdq58

Step into the glamour of the Roaring Twenties with Grand Gatsby Afternoon Tea, a limited-time experience featuring elegant finger sandwiches, house-baked scones, and decadent pastries served with fine loose-leaf teas and optional Champagne pairings. Available March 7–29 in the Lobby Lounge, this Art Deco–inspired affair invites guests to sip, savor, and celebrate timeless indulgence in true Jazz Age style. 12 p.m., weekly at Lobby Lounge. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Library with Study Hall, an intimate Irish whiskey tasting led by industry professionals where guests sip, savor, and deepen their appreciation of fine spirits in a relaxed, speakeasy setting. Enjoy a curated tasting of Jameson, Redbreast, and the distinguished Midleton on Tuesday, March 10 at 6 p.m. for $95 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity) Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram

Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake, Encinitas’ hip sushi spot located at 575 S. Coast Highway 101, will add a splash of green to St. Patrick’s Day festivities with festive drink specials available exclusively on Monday, March 17. In honor of the holiday, Temaki’s lineup of draft beers, including Harland Brewing Co.’s “Japanese Lager,” Sapporo, “Space Dust” IPA by Elysian Brewing and “Penitent Man” IPA by Viewpoint Brewing Co., will go green and be priced at $5 each. Shots of Jameson Irish Whiskey will also be available for $5. Through March, Temaki will serve a festive hand roll, the Clover, made with salmon, crunchy garlic, cucumber, gobo and kaiware, priced at $12. Guests can pair their pour with signature sushi selections, such as yellowtail specialty sashimi with yuzu kosho, scallion and Temaki sauce, priced at $12; the Dragon Roll with krab, shrimp tempura, cucumber and gobo, topped with eel, sweet soy, goma and avocado, priced at $18; Southtown with avocado, shrimp tempura and gobo, topped with spicy tuna, jalapeño, sweet soy, ponzu and cilantro, priced at $22; and more. Located at 575 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Temaki Bar is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. More information is available at TemakiBarSushi.com. Temaki Bar on Instagram and Facebook

El Chingon, the “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot at 560 Fifth Ave., will turn the Gaslamp Quarter green with two days of St. Patrick’s Day festivities, kicking off with a Shamrock and Mimosas brunch on Sunday, March 15 and continuing with spirited drinks on Tuesday, March 17. The festivities will begin at 11 a.m. with the Shamrock and Mimosas brunch. A live DJ will perform during brunch, and guests are encouraged to wear green. Standout offerings will include mimosas and festive cocktails alongside brunch dishes such as chilaquiles Chingones, house-made tortillas smothered in a choice of green or red salsa with two eggs, avocado, Chingón cheese blend, crema and refried beans, priced at $17; Chingón breakfast burrito, scrambled eggs, bacon, Chingón cheese blend, French fries, avocado and sour cream wrapped in a flour tortilla, priced at $12; huevos rancheros, two eggs, refried beans, ranchero sauce, sliced avocado and sour cream served on a tostada, priced at $19; and a choice of beef or ham with eggs, sour cream, refried beans and rice, served as a plate or in a burrito, priced at $19; among other brunch items. Reservations are recommended, as walk-in seating will be limited. Each reservation will include a mimosa and a brunch item, starting at $10. Reservations may be made by calling 817-870-9973 or through the Eventbrite website. The celebration will continue on St. Patrick’s Day with drafts of green beer, priced at $6; and bottles of Jameson Irish Whiskey, priced at $200. To complement the drinks, guests can indulge in El Chingon’s signature dishes like the carne asada plate, grilled Angus skirt steak accompanied by sliced avocado, chiles toreados, onions, radish and pico de gallo served with rice, beans and choice of corn or flour tortillas, priced at $27; an array of flavorful taco selections, priced starting at $5; and more. More information about El Chingon is available on the website at www.ElChingon.com/San-Diego, by calling 619-501-1919 and on Facebook and Instagram at @ElChingonSD

P!NK Headlines 2026 Curebound Concert for Cures on Friday, May 15 at Petco Park. The nation’s premier benefit concert for cancer research, all ticket sales support innovative adult and pediatric cancer research with the power to save lives. Tickets on sale Friday, February, 27 at curebound.org and ticketmaster.com. Presales begin Wednesday, February 25. To sign up for early access or purchase a VIP table, visit curebound.org. Since bursting onto the scene in 2000, P!NK has built a career defined by fearless honesty, unforgettable live shows, and a refusal to fit a mold. Across nine studio albums and a greatest hits collection, she’s sold over 60 million albums worldwide, earned 15 Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 (including four #1s), and packed-out arenas and stadiums across the globe with her high-energy, high-flying performances. https://www.mlb.com/padres/tickets/events/curebound Curebound Facebook Curebound Instagram

Cheer on San Diego Super Bloom as they compete in the Western Ultimate League at our 2026 Season home games. Purchase tickets here: https://sandiegosuperbloom.com/tickets $15 for regular admission, $10 for student admission, kids under 10 are FREE. Bring your whole team! Group discount: 25 tickets for $200. Our Organization Established in 2020, Super Bloom Ultimate is a grassroots, volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Diego, CA (EIN: 84-4174573). Our mission is to grow the sport of ultimate Frisbee with diversity, equity, and inclusion in mind. We do this by building community partnerships and providing diverse playing opportunities—including high-level competition—for women, trans & nonbinary athletes of all genders, and girls in the Greater San Diego area. In addition, we host skills clinics, recreational tournaments, youth events, community workshops, and more. Our Team San Diego Super Bloom is the professional ultimate team that’s affiliated with our organization. We compete in the Western Ultimate League (WUL) against several other professional teams on the West Coast. Our Sport With over five million participants in the United States and counting, ultimate Frisbee—or simply “ultimate”—is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Ultimate is a non-contact, self-officiated team sport with a heavy emphasis on sportsmanship. In 2014, the International Olympic Committee recognized it as an official sport. Home Game Schedule Game 1: 3/14/26 Game starts at 4 pm, doors open at 3:30 pm Clairemont Mesa High School, 4150 Ute Dr, San Diego, CA 92117 Game 2: 3/28/26 Game starts at 4 pm, doors open at 3:30 pm Clairemont Mesa High School, 4150 Ute Dr, San Diego, CA 92117 Game 3: 4/11/26 Game starts at 6 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm Mission Bay High School, 2475 Grand Ave Room 113, San Diego, CA 92109 Game 4: 5/16/26 Game starts at 6 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm Mission Bay High School, 2475 Grand Ave Room 113, San Diego, CA 92109 Super Bloom on Facebook / Instagram

First, some local delegates are calling on Congress to help rein in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Then, drier and warmer conditions are on the way, following some record-breaking rainfall. We tell you if there’s a risk of wildfires. Also, there’s a renewed effort to suspend paid parking at Balboa Park. We also bring you an update regarding an immigrant surfer who was detained by ICE after wandering onto Camp Pendleton. Last but not least, an interview with a director stepping down after nearly a decade of work.

Mama’s Kitchen is hosting its 35th annual Mama’s Day fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, at 5:30 p.m. This beloved culinary event features restaurants, chefs, and culinary artists from across San Diego, coming together to raise funds for Mama’s Kitchen’s medically tailored home-delivered meal program. Attendees of the event get to soak in scenic bay views as they taste unlimited bites from the participating culinary partners, which include upscale restaurants, iconic cafes, artisan bakeries, beloved pizza joints, and many more. In addition to incredible food, guests can enjoy live music, pop-up booths, opportunity drawings, and a photo booth to capture all the fun. All proceeds from Mama’s Day are funneled directly to Mama’s Kitchen’s medically-tailored meal delivery services, allowing for more critically ill San Diegans to receive free, nutrition-rich meals. Early bird ticket sales for Mama’s Day begin Friday, March 20 for $150 before regular-priced tickets go on sale for $200 on Friday, March 27. VIP tickets are also available starting at $250, and grant access to the exclusive Welcome Cocktail Reception at 5:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at MamasKitchen.org. Mama's Kitchen on Facebook / Instagram