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Do you want to see your writing in magazines? Would you like to receive a check for what you write? If your goal is to write personal essays and get paid for them, this is the class for you. We will go through idea generation, how to find publications that are right for your idea, and how to pitch to editors and locate their e-mail addresses. You will finish the class with several ideas for essays, where to pitch them, and with a list of resources to build those bylines! This workshop is on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Cost is $36 for Members & $42 for Non-Members. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for Daygo Eatz, an exciting annual festival celebrating the rich culture, art, and food of the Black community in San Diego! Located in the heart of the Black Arts and Cultural District at 6785 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92114, this vibrant event is a perfect way to kick off Black History Month with family-friendly fun for all ages. Feb. 16, 2025 from Noon-5 p.m. At Daygo Eatz, indulge in a variety of delicious dishes from local food vendors and food trucks serving up tasty flavors from around the world. Explore creative live art displays, witness captivating performances, and groove to live music that will keep the energy high all day long. This year’s festival also highlights Black-owned businesses, offering a chance to shop unique products and support entrepreneurs from our community. For the little ones, there’s a Kid Zone featuring face painting, a jumper, and arts and crafts to keep them entertained. Whether you’re here for the food, the music, the art, or simply to connect with the community, Daygo Eatz promises to be an unforgettable experience. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to this celebration of culture, creativity, and Black excellence!

Into their fourth year of war, Ukrainians living in or near front-line regions of their country grapple with their losses and contemplate an uncertain future.

Children will explore diverse art forms and dance styles from different cultures, learning about the rich traditions and history behind them. From the vibrant colors of Mexican folk art to the energetic rhythms of African dance, students will have the opportunity to create their own artwork, try new dance moves, and discover how art and dance connect people across the globe. Students will showcase their artwork and dance skills in a short performance on the final day of class. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/kids-4 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Please Note: the meeting on May 13 is cancelled Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition! All supplies are provided. Audience: Recommended for elementary school-aged children through adults. Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: Mission Valley Branch Library

Rugs have a deep history as a textile art, but also as objects that create specific spaces. Using handheld tufting machines, participants can create and design their own rugs using colorful yarn. Learn how to create and translate a design for the medium as well as learn the basics of tufting and begin filling in your designs. We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1271656?day=2025-02-28&view=cal&source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Make a Turkey Wing Hand Broom! March 9, from 1-4 p.m. A Turkey Wing hand broom is an epic example of Appalachian folk art. It could be considered a functional tool or a decorated art piece. These brooms are made with natural broomcorn. Instructor AB will teach you the traditional techniques for binding and shaping the broomcorn, which is made from sorghum, to create a fun and unique experience…others call it a spiritual occurrence. Let’s sweep it up. Ages 13+ years and up is recommended. Materials fee: $10 (cash) to be paid to instructor at the start of the workshop • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • 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.

One of the most renowned films in cinema, Charles Burnett’s "Killer of Sheep" has been magnificently restored to 4K with sparkling picture and sound. Evoking the everyday trials, fragile pleasures, and tenacious humor of blue-collar African Americans in 1970s Watts, Burnett made the film on a minuscule budget with a mostly nonprofessional cast, combining keen on-the-street observation with a carefully crafted script. The episodic plot centers on the character of Stan (Henry Gayle Sanders), a slaughterhouse worker mired in exhaustion, disconnected from his wife, his children, and himself. Stan and his neighbors struggle just to get by, let alone get ahead; as befits an L.A. movie, vehicular metaphors of breakdown abound. Only the kids, leaping from roof to roof, seem to achieve a mobility that eludes their elders. Burnett’s film focuses on everyday life in black communities in a manner rarely seen in American cinema — combining lyrical elements with a starkly neorealist, documentary-style approach that chronicles the unfolding story with depth and riveting simplicity. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Nature’s Alchemy.” juried by award-winning artist, Kathleen Scoggin. The water-based media exhibition runs March 2-29, 2025 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, Mar 7 from 5-8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

Brightline West is betting it can build the first true high-speed rail line in the U.S. But the company says costs are rising, despite its best efforts to keep them down.