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Heart & Art: Tangible Strategies for Integrating SEL into Creative Lessons This professional development session will guide educators in integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into their art lessons through practical, hands-on strategies. Participants will learn how to create art projects that foster emotional expression, self-awareness, and empathy in students. By exploring specific activities and reflective practices, educators will leave with actionable tools to seamlessly blend SEL and art-making, nurturing a supportive and creative classroom environment. ArtReach: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Jiffy corn muffins are an iconic, low-cost pantry staple introduced during the Depression. Thanksgiving is peak season for the company, which has been run by the same family for five generations.

Many Black San Diegans left or were forced out of their neighborhoods due to redlining, freeway construction, other policy decisions and the high cost of living. We dive into some of that history and ongoing efforts to revitalize that sense of community and cultural identity. But first, a breakdown of Proposition 50.

One of the reasons for the expected shortfall is the chronic underfunding of special education, Superintendent Fabi Bagula said.

Three new collections by mid-career poets lay claim to stories of identity, suffering and hope, to a kind of collective subjectivity, to the inner life of a country in the throes of deep pain and uncertainty.

NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and heartache.

SD Small Business Forum Presents the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market The SD Small Business Forum is thrilled to announce the return of one of the South Bay’s favorite fall events — the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market! This spook-tacular celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at 829 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween market brings together the best of local vendors, community spirit, and festive fun. Attendees can look forward to: Trick-or-Treating for kids of all ages Shopping with local artisan vendors Raffles and giveaways Music Come dressed in your Halloween best and join us for a day of ghoulish delight and community celebration. Whether you're looking for unique handmade goods, spooky sweets, or just a fun afternoon by the beach — there's something for everyone! Vendor Opportunities Available: Local artisans and small businesses are invited to be part of this vibrant community event. For vendor inquiries, please contact: ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Let’s make this 10th anniversary event the biggest and best yet! Contact: SD Small Business Forum ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and vendor highlights! Instagram / Facebook

Shop Small! Shop Little Italy! Support local and shop, dine, and enjoy Little Italy during Small Business Season! Starting on Small Business Saturday, Little Italy’s boutiques, galleries, and shops will feature specials and extended hours, making it the perfect time to discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting our community. Little Italy | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Two upcoming dates: Sunday, October 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - or- Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-1p.m. Learn to make a basket made from long leaf pine needles, using waxed Irish linen, an assortment of beads or other embellishments, starting with a stone center. Topics to be covered include the differences between pine needle types, preparing the needles, waxed Irish linen, basket centers, embellishing your basket, and how to start and how to finish your basket. Students have the option to weave a basket, a pendant, or an ornament. Basket Weaving is a wonderful way to recycle from nature and is also a meditative activity. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. $15 material fee payable to the instructor at the start of class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Free Art Classes for Teens (13–18 years old) Free Teen Art is a free program for teens, who are interested in art-making as an enrichment activity that goes beyond making crafts. The aim of the program is to provide a space for youth to create art, share stories, collaborate, explore, and identify new ways to use art in their lives. The Athenaeum offers facilities, resources, guidance, instruction, and support. The open studio program includes a rotation of multidisciplinary art instructors offering workshops in their respective fields, as well as curricular activities that involve the use of the Athenaeum library resources as a starting point for projects. Activities include drawing, painting, research, and introduction to various media. Nancy Walter’s approach to art making flows out of design, illustration, photography, travel and self-inquiry. She has taught graphic design, arts & crafts, book arts, art journaling and hand stitching. Over the last few years she has done art residencies in Morocco, Twenty-Nine Palms and Los Angeles. She has trained as an Expressive Art Therapy coach and a Soul Collage facilitator. Nancy co-founded Art Lounge, in Encinitas CA. She’s a member and former publications Chair of SDBA (San Diego Book Arts). Currently her daily art practice incorporates slow-stitching, book arts, collage, drawing and gelli printing!