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Please note there is no class on April 25, 2026. Characters and characterization make or break a novel, and as a writer, you must know not only how to construct a person from the ground up, but also how to skillfully relate that character to your readers through action and thought. This means that complicated backstories are not the be-all-end-all to characters. We need to understand the personalities within our writing. This process can be tricky, but it is a lot of fun. Once you have it down, you’ll never forget it. This course will focus on three main areas of study: - Character Theory - Psychology - Subtext By the time you finish this course, you will not only have fully formed characters that fit your story and style, you’ll know how to use them, too. NOTE: Though this class is offered as part of the Novel Writing Certificate Program, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. Please also note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the Holiday Marketplace at Mission Trails, a two-day event celebrating local artisans while supporting the mission of the Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation. Held at the Mission Trails Visitor Center on Saturday and Sunday, November 15–16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Marketplace features a curated selection of handmade goods, from ceramics and jewelry to textiles, home goods, and gourmet treats. Vendors are selected for their sustainability efforts and nature-inspired designs, aligning with the park’s values. Best of all, 30% of every vendor’s gross sales goes directly to the MTRP Foundation, helping to preserve and protect one of San Diego’s most cherished natural spaces. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome (please leave pets at home). The event is cashless—only card and Apple Pay will be accepted. Complimentary shuttle service will be available from overflow parking areas, and guests are encouraged to explore alternative park entrances, such as East and West Fortuna Staging Areas, Old Mission Dam, and Kumeyaay Lake Campground. Whether you’re shopping for meaningful gifts or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, the Holiday Marketplace is a wonderful way to support local artists and give back to the park. Vendor List A Bar is Born Amy Schindler Art – Sunday only Bryan Tipton Art CANDLEFY Chris Witnik Photography Chrysanthemum Art – Saturday only Gifthorse Handmade Higher Vibration Tonics Juliana Tipton Designs Malia Designs MakeShift CA – Sunday only Modern Monk Coffee Moonwinks Woodworking Raíz Chocolate LLC Red Thread Vintage San Diego Woodturners SAVAGE BEE-CHES Sea to Summit Ceramics – Saturday only Sean Hnedak Fine Art Six South Two Hermanas

Investor-owned utility San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is selling the Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk to San Diego County five years after it bought it.

Cardiff 101 Main Street and BEAM Orthodontics welcome you to Kringle Mingle, a free and festive holiday celebration for the whole community. Stroll through the Makers Market along Aberdeen Dr. to discover unique, locally made gifts perfect for the season. Snap a FREE photo with Santa, courtesy of Camera Camper, and treat yourself to hot cocoa, coffee, and seasonal goodies provided by Starbucks. Enjoy a day of creative holiday fun with face painting by Elizabeth Photography, Santa origami, letters to Santa, and rock painting. Live music by Bucket Ruckus will fill the day and it’s the perfect opportunity to get last-minute gifts while shopping locally. Don’t forget to bring a toy for the Toys for Tots collection, supporting the Marines of Camp Pendleton. Cardiff 101 Main Street on Facebook / Instagram

Waymo is issuing a software recall for its self-driving cars after reports the company's autonomous vehicles failed to stop for school buses.

Over the course of eight sessions, students will begin their journey into Yiddishland, exploring both the language and get a taste of its rich culture. The course begins with learning to read and write the alef-beys (alphabet). From there, students will soon be ready to read selections from Yiddish literature, sing traditional Yiddish folksongs, and practice everyday expressions. Students will learn how to introduce themselves, share their stories, and describe their personal connections to Yiddish. All learning materials will be provided by the teacher. When: Sundays, January 11 – March 1, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m Where: Online via Zoom Cost: Early Bird: $30 per session, $220 for 8 classes available until December 26th, 2025 Regular: $40 per session, $300 for 8 sessions Teacher: Osian (Oshn) Evans Sharma He is a Yiddish teacher from the UK. He has studied Yiddish at University College London, and courses in Tel Aviv, Berlin and Paris. He has led Yiddish poetry courses online for Babel’s Blessing Language School and in-person workshops at the Shtetl Berlin Festival, the Maison de la Culture Yiddish and the Yiddish Sof-Vokh UK, which he also helps to organise. He teaches at the summer programme ‘Ot Azoy’ and recently completed a pedagogy fellowship at the Yiddish Book Center (Amherst, MA). Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram Yiddishland California on Facebook

Hong Kong authorities say at least 146 people have died killed in the fire that spread through a dense high-rise residential housing complex Wednesday.

The U.S. government has released a new crash test dummy design that advocates believe will help make cars safer for women. Women are 73% more likely to be injured in a head-on crash than men.

Even as SNAP benefits are restored, food banks and pantries around the nation continue to feel the strain with no reprieve in sight.

Immigration has become a political flashpoint as countries across the West try to cope with an influx of migrants seeking a better life.