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Sometimes all it takes to make your day a little brighter is to remind yourself just how dark life can get. Here are four dark novels and a true crime tale.

Come see new painting and photography by a dozen members of La Jolla Art Association. Reception Saturday March 8 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (located inside La Jolla Community Center) Featured artists are: Concetta Antico, Nicole Caulfield, Ann Chaitin, Albert Dean, Victoria Gist-Towner, Julia Hiebaum, Peggy Hinaekian, Stephen Housley, Jeannine Romero, Mark Sherman, Dottie Stanley, and Laura Wheeler. La Jolla Art Association is a community of artists based in the San Diego area. Please visit if you are an art lover or join our group if you are an artist. La Jolla Art Association is a non-profit association of artists established in 1918. La Jolla Art Association on Facebook / Instagram

Step into the wonders of Spring at our most vibrant festival of the year – Belmont in Bloom! Starting on April 5, join us in creating colorful experiences with neighbors and friends as we bring the beauty of Spring to the beach! Find yourself surrounded by a Kaleidoscope of color with stunning floral arrangements and vibrant sculptures, or dance with us under blue skies with a talented lineup of local artists and performers. With exciting new food experiences and public art installations, "Belmont in Bloom" offers something exciting for every palate! To join us in the mission of supporting your local San Diego art community, connect with us on social media and never miss out on sneak peeks and event updates throughout the season. Look out for ways to celebrate and make San Diego bloom together this Spring at Belmont Park! Visit: https://www.belmontpark.com/belmont-in-bloom Belmont Park on Instagram and Facebook

Okatsuka is known for her bowl haircut — and for finding humor in the dysfunction of her immigrant family. Her standup special Father is about her dad, who reappeared in her life after decades away.

Some big companies are reporting real financial pain from tariffs and economic uncertainty — but for others, business is booming.

In the '90s, the wall was a canvas for graffiti artists in Southeast San Diego. Last year, three childhood friends reunited to bring it back to life.

Art Journaling is the practice of visual and expressive journaling, rather than just writing down thoughts. With your journal as a place to explore, question, and experiment, this mixed media workshop is a safe space for introspection, reflection, experimentation, and fun with many different art mediums such as collage, painting, drawing, and printmaking! *Seniors, use CODE: SENIOR10 to get $10 off of this workshop! Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1299950?day=2025-03-13&view=cal&source=activity-schedule

Please join us on Friday for "Stripper Energy" with Beth Accomando KPBS Arts & Culture Reporter. "Stripper Energy," a new six-part video podcast by KPBS, reveals a little-known San Diego civil rights story of dancers who fought back against corruption and abuses of power for decades from the unlikely stage of a strip club. At 2:30 p.m. "Luther and Olive Gage, Carlsbad Pioneers" presented by Jo Ellen Guthrie, Author. With Olive’s money and Luther’s proficiency in flower cultivation, this couple helped develop not only splendid flora but transformed Carlsbad into the city it is today. Parking passes required, come early for a good seat. LIFE members support student Scholarships so join us! Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Join us for the next NU Speaker Series featuring Casey Cuny, 2024 California Teacher of the Year. In this timely and thought-provoking session, Casey will lead a conversation on how artificial intelligence can empower educators, support parents, and enhance learning outcomes - without replacing the human connection. As nearly 60% of teachers express concern about AI in schools, this session will explore practical strategies for integrating AI tools to make teaching more effective and learning more engaging. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the future of education with one of today's most innovative voices. Visit: https://www.alumni.nu.edu/s/1843/bp21/interior.aspx?sid=1843&gid=2&pgid=852 National University Alumni on Instagram and Facebook

Assistance League of Greater San Diego will hold its annual Treasure Bazaar on March 29 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and March 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are located at 108 University in Hillcrest. Extraordinary (pre-loved) signed art, sterling and gold jewelry, vintage and designer clothing and furs, table linens, artifacts from all over the world, vintage toys, hats, coats, wall hangings and other special treasures, will be on sale at great prices! Come early so you won’t miss the perfect pieces to make you happy! We operate an all-volunteer, award-winning thrift shop, supporting local philanthropies to help the underserved. Enjoy guilt-free shopping because the money you spend goes to help our less fortunate neighbors. We are a nonprofit organization and have over 250 volunteer members. We are celebrating our 60th year anniversary and our mantra is "Helping People Thrive Since 1965”! Philanthropies Supported by Assistance League of Greater San Diego: OPERATION SCHOOL BELL – We provide clothing and school supplies for underserved students in our community to help them look and feel their best, ensuring they are engaged in education and they thrive academically, regardless of their circumstances. COMMUNITY SUPPORT – We provide clothing and supplies to unhoused people (both children and adults), victims of domestic abuse, foster youth, refugee families, community resource centers, and victims of emergencies such as floods and fires. ENRICHING FOSTER YOUTH – We help to expose foster youth to the arts with a focus on visual arts, music and performing arts in local venues by partnering with local foster organizations. BOOK BUDDIES – We assist students to become lifelong learners by collaborating with their teachers to encourage reading by practicing reading either in person or online in a one on one or group setting. OPERATION LOANER HEARING AID – We provide short term loaner hearing aids for newborns to young adults up to 21 who are waiting for replacements which can take 6 months. We also provide long term use for low-income families and children with significant hearing loss. We partner with San Diego United School District (East and South Counties) and SDSU Audiology Department. SNEAKERS FOR MILITARY PRESCHOOLERS – We provide sneakers, Bombas socks, sweatshirts, pants, pajamas, sunsuits and jackets for children of enlisted military personnel in partnership with STEP (Support the Enlisted Program). TWAIN HIGH SCHOOL – We provide recognition events to support students in this alternative high school program on the main campus, Mira Mesa, Morse, Crawford and Hoover High School campuses. We also provide financial scholarship support for students attending one of San Diego’s community colleges. UPPER DIVISION SCHOLARSHIPS – We provide scholarships for fulltime students who have completed community college and are transitioning to an accredited college or university in pursuit of a four-year degree or continuing in those community colleges that offer baccalaureate degrees.