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Ready to turn your slime obsession into a creative business adventure? In this fun-filled workshop, kids will learn about inspiring SLIMEtrepreneurs, like YouTube star Carina Garcia, and dive into the world of target marketing. They’ll brainstorm unique slime ideas, develop exciting products, and design packaging tailored to their target audience—whether it’s pirate-loving kids, sports fans, or bookworms. Through hands-on activities and plenty of creativity, participants will learn essential entrepreneurial skills, from product development to marketing strategies, all while having a blast making slime. Join us for a slimy-good time that combines learning and fun! This is an in-person program for youth in Grades 3 - 8. Registration is encouraged. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/slimetrepreneur-store-418677 Otay Mesa Library on Facebook

Join the for a 60-minute course hosted by the Patent and Trademark Resource Center at the San Diego Public Library, designed to provide you with essential knowledge for navigating trademark protection. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or just curious, this session will equip you with the tools to protect your brand effectively. Trademark Basics: • Understand what trademarks are and how they differ from patents and copyrights. • Explore real-world examples and learn about the scope of trademark protection. • Discover the benefits of trademark registration and how to use online trademark tools. Navigating the Trademark Process: • Receive a step-by-step overview of the trademark registration process and timeline. • Determine if you need an attorney and how to track your application status. • Learn about the examination process, approval, and ongoing maintenance of your trademark. Preparing to File Your Trademark: • Understand the importance of conducting a trademark search and the key application requirements. • Get insights into costs, filing bases, and how to properly categorize your goods and services. • Avoid common mistakes with tips on submitting drawings, specimens, and addressing application issues. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge you need to protect your brand! Space is limited. Registration is required. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/trademarks-101-456637 San Diego Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Elizabeth Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice says presidential emergency powers, which President Trump has used to enact major policies, are the stuff of authoritarian regimes and should be curbed.

Get ready to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind murder mystery dinner experience in the heart of downtown San Diego. The Dinner Detective, America’s largest interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show, is coming to the Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown on Saturday, June 14, 2025. If you’re searching for fun things to do in San Diego, unique date night ideas, or unforgettable group entertainment, this thrilling, laugh-out-loud dinner show is an experience you won’t want to miss. Unlike traditional murder mystery events, The Dinner Detective San Diego features professional actors cleverly hidden among the guests. As you enjoy a full plated dinner, the mystery unfolds around you and everyone becomes a suspect—even the person sitting next to you. There are no cheesy costumes, no awkward scripts, and no set roles assigned to guests. It’s a modern, interactive, and hilarious take on classic whodunit entertainment. The evening kicks off as guests arrive and settle into the elegant setting of the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown San Diego. The story begins subtly, and before you know it, you’re fully immersed in a comedy-filled true crime mystery. Guests will examine clues, interrogate suspects, and race to solve the case before the killer gets away. The performance is smart, fast-paced, and designed to engage audiences of all backgrounds. With its blend of mystery, humor, and social interaction, The Dinner Detective offers a memorable night out that’s ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, team outings, and tourists exploring San Diego’s vibrant entertainment scene. This special event includes a complete four-course plated dinner, an award-winning interactive show, and professional service from the hotel’s staff. The venue is located at 530 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101, within walking distance of the Gaslamp Quarter’s nightlife, restaurants, and attractions. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show begins promptly around 6:30 p.m.. Tickets are priced at $99.95 per person, which includes both the dinner and the live performance. The Dinner Detective is consistently rated one of the best dinner shows in San Diego thanks to its original format, talented cast, and engaging atmosphere. Whether you’re a local looking for a new kind of night out or a visitor wanting to try something different during your stay, this event delivers suspense, surprise, and plenty of laughs. Visit: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/san-diego/event/saturday-june-14th-2025-san-diego-ca-flash-sale-20-off/ The Dinner Detective on Instagram and Facebook

This poetry workshop explores how writing can serve as a powerful tool for self-reflection, growth, expression, and comfort. Through examples of original work, participants will see how poetry can help navigate challenges, capture emotions, gain clarity, and express joy. The first 45 minutes will focus on understanding the impact of poetry and its connection to personal experiences. Participants will then have 45 minutes to write, using prompts designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. The session will conclude with an opportunity to share work, offer constructive feedback, and engage in a collaborative critique to support growth as poets and individuals. Join us for a chance to explore, create, and connect through the art of poetry! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/ San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Kumeyaay historian Ethan Banegas Luiseño-Kumeyaay (SDSU-American Indian Studies) discusses the process to develop a community-engaged comic that speaks from the perspective of the Kumeyaay people. This comic is a way to tell stories of Kumeyaay people from past to present and engage with their own communities, schools, and beyond. Hear more about how tribal historians are driving the work of this visual storytelling project as a creative team brings it to life. About Ethan Ethan grew up on the Barona Reservation in San Diego County. He received his Bachelor of Arts in History, Religious Studies, and Political Science in 2009 and his Master of Arts degree in History in 2017 from the University of San Diego (USD). Banegas is owner of Kumeyaay.com and Historian for the San Diego History Center, which operates the Junípero Serra Museum. He was first published in 2017 (Indian Gaming in the Kumeyaay Nation). In 2020, he published the Kumeyaay Oral History Project, a community-based research project, after collecting thirty-three personal interviews, video-taped oral histories, and photographs from San Diego’s First People. In 2024, he published two comics—“Beyond Gaming” and “Our Past, Present, and Future”—and served as project director and author of the Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project. Through these community-based projects, Professor Banegas collected the voice of the Kumeyaay people, giving a voice to the voiceless. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Participate in two mind-bending writing excursions from the Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror anthology: The Secret Room: a surreal group creative writing exercise designed to activate your imagination, from famed surrealist Aimee Bender, author of "The Girl in the Flammable Skirt" and "The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake." Giving Sentience to Inanimate Objects: using provided objects, or something of your own, you will follow steps to create your own unique story. Contributed by former film exec, writer/producer, artist and script consultant, Devorah Cutler-Rubenstein. Please Note: This event will be held IN PERSON at our space at Writers, Ink (upstairs in Barracks 16, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd. #204, San Diego, CA, 92106). San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego’s Project [BLANK] uses Balboa Park as a stage to redefine what opera can be.

Join us every Tuesday, from June 3 – July 8, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. for a unique journey into the heart of Sephardic culture with our Intermediate Ladino Course! Designed for learners with basic knowledge of Ladino or a background in Modern Spanish. Read real stories in Rashi script, taught by Dr. Agnieszka August-Zarębska. What to Expect: Engage with excerpts from novels that captivated modern Sephardic readers. Learn to read and interpret texts in the Rashi script, traditionally used in Ladino publications. Discover the literary world that shaped the identity of Sephardic communities in the modern age. Expand your vocabulary and grammar through authentic, literary language. Yiddishland on Facebook / Instagram

Some characters follow the rules—yours won’t. This class is a high-energy, hands-on workshop designed to help you create bold, flawed, and irresistibly compelling characters. Through interactive exercises and expert techniques, you’ll craft characters who scheme, charm, deceive, and take risks—characters readers can’t help but root for (or obsess over). Whether they’re stealing a kiss or a kingdom, your characters will leap off the page, leaving a trail of intrigue in their wake. If you want to write fiction that crackles with life and keeps readers hooked, this is the workshop for you. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-06-14-the-art-of-unforgettable-characters-with-arlon-jay-staggs/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook