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Trump warned Saturday that Iran would soon "be hit very hard," adding that the U.S. may expand its target list to "new areas and groups of people."

The chaos of the day can make it hard to shut off your brain and fall asleep. Here's how to create a relaxing environment before bedtime to help you quiet the chatter and feel ready for sleep.

Hundreds of people become interested in curling every four years and the 2026 numbers already show that boom.

President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday that a demand by the U.S. for an unconditional surrender is a "dream that they should take to their grave." He also apologized for Iran's attacks on regional countries.

Note: Though this class is offered as part of the Certificate in Memoir Writing, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. In this workshop, participants will deepen their character work and learn how to craft a compelling memoir scene complete with description, details and dialogue that will bring the written word to life. A deeper understanding of the two voices of memoir will be explored; the voice of innocence and the voice of experience. Participants will gain a strong understanding of how and when to create real, conversational dialogue and utilize flashbacks. Tools to communicate clarity of character will be taught to bring the people in the story to life for the reader. Participants will be encouraged to submit another chapter of their work for peer review. (Those following the certificate program will have 3-5 chapters written by the end of this class.) Class structure: Except for the first class, the first hour will be lecture and the second hour will be read and critique where participants can workshop their material or class assignments. Tone of class: We strive to create a supportive, nurturing environment where participants feel encouraged to share, risk and connect to their most creative self. Our textbook, "7 Essential Writing Tools," is available for purchase on the first day of class for $10 or on Amazon/Kindle. Note: There will be no class on March 28 (San Diego Writers Festival) or April 4 (Easter)! Please also note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

All R&B. All Vibes. All NIGHT! We’re closing out 2025 with your favorite R&B in San Diego. Before you settle in for the holidays, pull up to the city’s largest R&B party where we play all your favorite R&B hits: new and old, slow jams and rump shakers, some ya know and some ya don’t! "Now That’s R&B" is perfect for a link up, date night, girls night out, solo dolo or kicking it with the crew! We’re going ‘til 2 a.m., so get ready for time! And who knows, you might even leave with a new friend or a boo. As always, VIP tables are available for those who want to upgrade their night. Friday, December 19th The Rail - 3796 Fifth Ave 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email us at team@sdmelanin.com Visit: https://www.sdmelanin.com/events/nowthatsrnbdec SD Melanin on Instagram and Facebook

Expressive Floral Paintings - Plant play and paint flowers, succulents, leaves, gardens, ponds and forests. Actual plant life may be incorporated into the paint. Create your own colorful tactile landscape All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Visit: https://evergreen.humanitru.com/web/campaigns/oceanside-museum-of-art~taste-of-art-w-robin-douglas?tab_5161=id%3A22680 Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Please note there is no class on April 25, 2026. Characters and characterization make or break a novel, and as a writer, you must know not only how to construct a person from the ground up, but also how to skillfully relate that character to your readers through action and thought. This means that complicated backstories are not the be-all-end-all to characters. We need to understand the personalities within our writing. This process can be tricky, but it is a lot of fun. Once you have it down, you’ll never forget it. This course will focus on three main areas of study: - Character Theory - Psychology - Subtext By the time you finish this course, you will not only have fully formed characters that fit your story and style, you’ll know how to use them, too. 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. Please also note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Welcome in the new year with good people, great drinks, and sensational vibes! We’re bringing in 2026 with our favorite DJs, spinning Hip Hop, R&B, Afro-beats, Dancehall and everything in between until wee hours of the mornin’. *This is an indoor NYE Experience* SD Melanin presents THE FINALE: NYE 2025 Wednesday, Dec 31 | 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Four Points San Diego | 8110 Aero Dr, San Diego, CA 92123 What to expect: A high-end NYE atmosphere tailored for the culture R&B • Hip-Hop • Afrobeats • Throwbacks & more 1 complimentary drink ticket per person (good for a cocktail, beer, or house wine/champagne). Dance floor all night Dress code: Sexy, elevated, NYE fine VIP upgrades & hotel packages available Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-finale-nye-tickets-1976354985965?aff=oddtdtcreator SD Melanin on Instagram and Facebook

Applicable to comedy, drama, and reality, this unique course is designed for creative aspiring writers with no prior experience—as well as those with screenwriting experience—who seek to break into television writing. Learn in an interactive environment the basics of creating, writing, and presenting your first television script for both drama and/or comedy, including how to take your idea to the next step and create a complete half-hour or one-hour television script. Beginning and professional writers are welcome. Prior screenwriting experience is not required. The course will cover: - The steps usually taken for a first-time television writer towards writing the first script (general idea, character development, style, story acts, etc.) - Structure - Character development - The importance of your first script as a calling card - How to find an agent and get your script read - Who should you be writing for - Who does what job on a television series - The outlets for new shows and new ideas - Developing your idea - The best way to write for you - The Writers’ Room - Collaboration processes - Overview of winning past and current television show scripts - Feedback on your current concepts, outline, scenes and scripts Students will be emailed several TV scripts (shooting drafts) in PDF format prior to the first-class session (and more during the course) to be read in advance if possible. We’ll also be viewing videos related to the topics throughout the course. This course will also include special guests, including WGA writers and producers working in television today. Students will get the opportunity to ask questions and get a behind-the-scenes look into how television is made, learning about the different career paths to becoming a professional television writer and what showrunners, producers, creative executives, and fellowship competitions are looking for from writers working today. Note: Enrollment is limited to 12 participants. Be sure to sign up today! Please also note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram