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"The Artist’s Way" is for novices and working artists of all types, including writers, visual artists, actors, dancers, musicians…ANYONE who recognizes their innate creativity. In a supportive and safe setting, we will: Acquaint ourselves with the basics and tools of "The Artist’s Way" (by Julia Cameron) Work on activities meant to break through some of our creative blocks and give us better insight into creative work we might consider pursuing And more! Week 1 will be an intro to the program. The next six weeks will be devoted to the chapters (and creative practices), and the last week is a final creative presentation by each student. If you’re able, bring a copy of "The Artist’s Way" (many available at the local libraries) and a journal or sketchbook. No previous arts experience required. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-04-the-artists-way-with-lydia-real/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

It's the last stop of the World League FlingGolf tour for 2025 and it ends at championship course Dos Osos Golf Club. From competitive play to FlingGolf exhibitions, the San Diego FlingGolf Open will be one to remember as competitors across divisions battle for the title. FlingGolf: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join UC San Diego Library for their 25th Annual Toy Piano Festival at noon Sunday, Sept 30 in the Seuss Room of Geisel Library. Performers include Jim Chute, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” This event is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. Fun Toy Piano Facts: The first composer to write a “serious” work for toy piano was John Cage, who visited the UC San Diego campus several times, including a two-week stay as a Regents lecturer in the 1980s. Alumnus Scott Paulson, who was on campus for Cage’s lectures, cites Cage’s influence as a major impetus for this festival, of which Paulson is the director. In 1999, a missing service bell at a Geisel Library help desk spawned a long streak of toy piano activity at UC San Diego. The bell was replaced by a playful, tiny keyboard and a sign: “Please play on toy piano for service.” And play they did! The resultant flurry of toy piano activity led to the establishment of The Toy Piano Collection at Geisel Library. The collection consists of actual instruments, commissioned scores, and existing literature and recordings. Most of the commissioned scores in the collection have been composed by UC San Diego alumni. In May 2001, the Library of Congress issued a subject heading and call number for toy piano scores because of the commissioning activities at Geisel Library. The collection can be viewed under the call number M 175 T69. Visit: https://calendar.ucsd.edu/event/25th-annual-toy-piano-festival UC San Diego Library on Instagram and Facebook

At 8 a.m. on Sept. 14, 2025 we will be Running and Walking a 4.5 mile course through our beautiful community of Ocean Beach! Alongside the run/walk/skate, we will host a Mental Health Fair in the Hodad’s Parking Lot that also starts at 8 a.m.! This event is free to the public. The You Are Not Alone campaign aims to become a platform that supports those traumatized by the deaths of loved ones and also those who are currently suffering from anxieties, depression or self harming thoughts! We want you to know that you MATTER and that You Are Not Alone! We are all in this TOGETHER! Our intentions are to unite Ocean Beach and the surrounding areas, in this campaign highlighting Mental Heath and Suicide Prevention. Early Race Packet Pick-up: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Parking lot next to Hodad's (5010 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107) Race Day: Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025 / Day of registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Event starts 7:45 a.m. in Hodad's Parking Lot (festival location) Parking Information: Please note that parking is limited. We recommend using ride-sharing services, public transportation, or parking several blocks away. Be aware of parking signs with time restrictions. The pier parking lot will also be available. Plan to arrive early to ensure a smooth start to your race day!

Some scenes are harder to write than others. Maybe they’re deeply personal. Maybe they stir up complicated emotions. Or maybe they just feel impossible to get right. In this supportive, hands-on workshop, writers will learn how to move through emotional resistance and finally write the scenes they’ve been avoiding. Blending mindfulness with craft, we’ll create a calm and focused space for exploration. Writers will leave with a 500-word discovery draft, practical editing tools for emotionally intense prose, and grounded strategies for moving forward. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-22-writing-the-hard-parts-with-april-davila/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a celebration of CWSL Professor Shawn Fields’ latest book, "The New Public Safety: Police Reform and the Lurking Threat to Civil Liberties." Featuring: A welcome reception followed by guest speakers and book signing Books will be available for purchase at the event, or you may order ahead at: https://www.ucpress.edu/books/the-new-public-safety/paper Use promo code UCPSAVE30 at checkout for 30% off. Featured Speakers: Professor Jamelia Morgan, Northwestern University School of Law Professor Nadia Banteka, Florida State University College of Law California Western School of Law on Facebook / Instagram

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! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-03-write-that-novel-with-t-greenwood/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Michelin-trained pastry chef and Netflix and Food Network star Christophe Rull will open his first namesake bakery, Christophe Rull Patisserie, at North City in San Marcos, CA on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Located at 251 North City Drive, Suite 121, the patisserie will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can expect Chef Christophe’s signature French pastries and breakfast items, blending refined French technique with his creative, approachable style. Pull-apart cinnamon rolls, buttery croissants, quiches, and handcrafted macarons will headline the menu, served in an inviting café designed by Sangita Wahi of We Design. The grand opening festivities will begin at 9 a.m. and include: -Ribbon Cutting Ceremony -Live DJ entertainment -Raffle giveaways featuring pastries, coffees, pastry classes, tasting experiences, gift cards, and more With a career spanning over 20 years, Chef Christophe has worked in Michelin-starred kitchens in France and held top roles at luxury hotels including Park Hyatt Aviara, where he grew to love San Diego and built a local following, and most recently, Hotel Bel-Air, where he led the pastry program that was ranked number 5 on The World’s 50 Best World Class Patisseries list in 2025. His work blends classical French training layered with a Southern California point of view. He has won several Food Network competitions, including Halloween Wars and Holiday Wars, and was featured in the reality television baking series Bake Squad on Netflix. Earlier this summer, he appeared on Food Network’s new series Super Mega Cakes, hosted by Duff Goldman. North City is a vibrant community that offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/christopherullpatisserie/?hl=en Christophe Rull on Instagram and Facebook

Writing Your Memoir: Vulnerability vs. Exposition (Part II) Please note that this is the second part of a previously offered workshop, but you do not need to have attended the earlier workshop to join this one! We’ll go over: – How & where to start your memoir? – The fears around naming names – More powerful memoir examples – Opportunity to share your excerpts or memoir ideas (only if comfortable doing so) Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-12-writing-your-memoir-vulnerability-vs-oversharing-part-ii-with-michelle-poveda/ San Diego Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

ProXimo at AVANCE Global is the nation’s premier Latino business and cultural event, bringing together over 6,000 professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for four days of transformative programming, networking, and inspiration. From wealth-building and venture capital to tech innovation, media, sports, and real estate, this event highlights the powerful intersection of digitization and Latino demographic growth across major industries. The 2025 conference features an expanded agenda, curated networking, and powerhouse speakers representing Fortune 500 companies, breakthrough startups, and global cultural movements. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, ProXimo is your gateway to opportunity, legacy-building, and cultural impact. Visit: https://avanceproximo.com/register/ AVANCE Global on Instagram and Facebook