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In this class I’ll share tips of the trade mastered over my 25 years as a travel journalist. You’ll learn how to sell vacation stories to publications and online. My class teaches how to access editors, decipher editorial guidelines, compose a query, negotiate contracts, qualify for press trips, find unique story angles, delve into social media, become a published author, and much more. I’ve worked in print, radio, television and online. Coverage includes Huffington Post, USA Today, Travel + Leisure magazine, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, and the Travel Channel. I’ve authored two travel books. First, a pet-friendly travel guide – "The Privileged Pooch, Luxury Travel With Your Pet in Southern California." The second book – "On A Mission" – profiled my 800-mile walk to visit California’s 21 missions. Yup, walk! I segued my travel writing skills into an online business . This includes a website/blog, the Global Personal Shopper online shop, thousands of social media followers, consulting and teaching. Throughout my career I’ve taught travel writing at Grossmont College and San Diego Writers, Ink. I thoroughly enjoy teaching students how to break into the travel writing industry. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

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. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

If you have ever wondered what makes a successful screenplay before it can be made into a successful film, what separates a spec script from a production script or a shooting script, or how a screenplay differs from other forms of writing, then this class is for you. Join me as we wade through the ins and outs of screenwriting, the elements that comprise a successful screenplay, and how to identify these elements in successful scripts and movies. Beginning with the basics, you will learn how a screenplay is built, with emphasis on character and structure, dialogue and scene-building, genre, theme, goals, and knowing your audience. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Poetry is not about perfection — it’s about freedom, and this course is your invitation to claim it. Whether you’re picking up a pen for the first time or returning to a poetry practice you’ve always loved, you’ll explore 10 strategies designed to unleash your most authentic voice. From drawing inspiration from everyday life and nature, to writing from personal experience and emotion, to finding the confidence to share your work with the world — every lesson is a step toward liberation. Your voice deserves to be heard, exactly as it is. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

This course aims to teach students the methods to write flash essays and vignette-style stories. Whether writing for journal competitions or to practice precision, brevity is an important skill to master. Show that you are an expert with words by displaying clarity and concision through the art of either flash fiction or prose. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Unfurled Chula Vista is a free community art and open mic poetry event! Make your own flag, share your poetry, and experience a colorful exhibition of handmade flags created by the community for one day only. Made possible in part by the City of Chula Vista Performing and Visual Arts Grant.

Celebrating 75 years of fine art! COAL invites artists from San Diego & beyond to apply for our 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition. Cash awards in 9 categories Deadline: July 23 at noon Awards Reception: Aug 8, 3–5 p.m. Apply online — artists must be 18+ COAL is now accepting entries for the 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition! This exhibition is open to artists 18 years and older living in San Diego and surrounding cities. NCAG - Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League on Facebook / Instagram

Please join Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company for its 2026 JUNETEENTH Theatrical Celebration! Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company will present a Staged Reading of the 2002 Pulitzer-Prize Finalist for Drama, "Yellowman" by Dael Orlandersmith. The award-winning play is being presented in celebration of JUNETEENTH. "Yellowman" features Portia Gregory and Anthony Hamm and is narrated by Iris Anderson. The staged reading is directed by Gina M. Jackson. The theatrical celebration will be held on Sunday, June 14 at Community Actors Theatre (C.A.T.). Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; the staged reading begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at Eventbrite. Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company on Facebook / Instagram

What happens when improvisers attempt to piece together the story of a musical with only the songs to go off of? The result is a mash-up of musical numbers from the musicals you know and love, but with an alternate version of the story. This show combines all the pizazz and delight of musical theater with the comedic brilliance of watching people wing it with confidence. Mockingbird Improv on Facebook / Instagram

"The Hungry Hustlin' American Dream" Afroman is still livin' it up in 2024. With new music in the works set to release this year, "The Hungry Hustlin' American Dream" is more popular than ever. Afroman announced on December 17, 2022 that he will be running for president of the United States of America. Catch Afroman on tour throughout 2024, and follow him on social media to stay up to date. Doors open 8 p.m. Afroman on Instagram