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Who are your characters? How do readers get to know them? Create distinct character voices by expressing who your characters are using what makes them unique—their experiences, their motivations, their influences. Our characters, whether fictional or non-fictional, have history, goals, and secrets that determine who they are and how they express themselves in their daily behaviors and interactions with others. This prompt-driven workshop will assist you in fleshing out your voices for new characters or existing WIP. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Premieres Sunday, Sept. 15 – Oct. 20, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. To solve the disappearance of a hotel owner’s daughter, Cecily Treherne, Susan investigates the truth behind a real-life murder detailed in Alan Conway's novel. Can Susan uncover the secret hidden in the book and find Cecily before it’s too late?

Some 106 million people provide unpaid care for an adult in the U.S. Many feel invisible and profoundly lonely. But some are creating new ways to support each other.

Viva La Música is back at SeaWorld San Diego every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May 3 to May 19, celebrating Latin culture through live music, entertainment, new, flavorful food and festive decor. This year, the family-friendly event is bigger and better than ever as SeaWorld celebrates its 60th Anniversary. The music and the fun has expanded throughout the park with ‘So Much more to Sea’ including all headlining concerts at Bayside Amphitheater included with park admission, musical performances throughout the day by cultural and local groups, low rider car shows, and more! Sensational Live Latin Musical Performances Bayside Amphitheater, SeaWorld’s popular outdoor performance venue, is reopening for the year with an incredible lineup of concerts for guests to enjoy every Saturday and Sunday evening at 6 p.m. The Viva La Música concert series is included with park admission and the lineup includes: • May 4: Mariachi Divas - Enjoy a spirited mix of melodies, ranging from American pop music to Mexican folk songs and traditional tunes—all sung by the all-female Mariachi Divas, a groundbreaking, two-time Grammy® Award-winning musical group celebrating their 25th anniversary. • May 5: Pablo Montero – Pablo Montero is a Grammy® nominated singer and renowned actor whose catalog of romantic Latin music is beloved throughout the world. • May 11 & 12: Graciela Beltran – Tejano singer Graciela Beltran is widely known as one of regional Mexican music’s must influential female voice. Her releases have topped numerous Billboard Latin categories and the Top Latin Album charts. • May 18 & 19: La Original Banda el Limón - For over two decades, the 16-member band La Original Banda El Limón has been entertaining audiences with a unique blend of traditional banda sounds and modern musical elements. Guests will experience the infectious rhythms, lively horn sections, and powerful vocals! All concerts* are included with guest admission. Those looking for the best seats in the house can purchase reserved seating in advance of each show at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/viva-la-musica. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

More than 3 million Floridians were without power after Milton. In some areas like Siesta Key, damage was severe. In Sarasota, many residents were thankful things were not worse.

Join us in the fellowship of Light to commune with the Divine and each other in love, conducted by Internationally Renowned Author and Spiritual Teacher Dimitri Moraitis. There has never been a better time to pursue your soul’s growth. As exciting as new technological wonders have been, you have an even more vital opportunity to develop your spiritual nature and unveil some of the mysteries of life that have been hidden for so long. The event will consist of: - An inspirational talk, from direct clairvoyant insights, on how the Divine sees world dynamics and what humanity is going through. - Understanding the relationship between the information age and the upcoming age of illumination, from the metaphysical perspective - Transformative meditations with Divine Light - Sending light and prayers to others in our consciousness, and to the trouble spots of the world. - Soulful classical music performed by concert pianist, Anna Prakina - For those attending in-person, refreshments and fellowship following the event. We welcome you in the great spiritual adventure! Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and executive director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. An accomplished metaphysical teacher, Dimitri has lectured across the country, appeared on numerous radio shows and leads workshops and training classes offered at the Institute with Barbara. Barbara Y. Martin is considered one of the foremost clairvoyants and spiritual teachers in the world. Born with the gift of seeing the aura in all its subtleties, she is a pioneer in the field of metaphysics having taught thousands how to better their lives by working with the aura and spiritual energy. Martin and Moraitis are the award-winning authors of Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura, Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution and the new release of 25th anniversary edition of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life. For more information visit: spiritualarts.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The San Diego French Film Festival, presented by the Alliance Française San Diego, is back for its fourth edition from June 2nd to June 5th, with a glamorous opening ceremony on June 2nd at the high-end movie theater THE LOT in the heart of La Jolla, followed by the “Festival days”, three days of screenings at the Reading Cinemas Town Square in Clairemont. The SDFFF is an opportunity for the San Diego francophone community to come together to celebrate the richness and diversity of the French language, culture, and gastronomy, and to experience the magic of cinema in all its glory. Four days to celebrate francophone cinema The movie selection includes award winning short and feature films with a rich mix of history, adventure, biopic and environmental documentaries. The festival will kick off with a red-carpet opening ceremony on Sunday, June 2nd, at THE LOT. Attendees are invited to enjoy the screening of the acclaimed movie “The Three Musketeers: Milady” (2023) which clinched the prestigious César award. This cinematic masterpiece, co-produced by France, Germany, Belgium, and Spain, is directed by Martin Bourboulon and boasts a stellar cast including Eva Green, François Civil, Vincent Cassel, Pio Marmaï, and Romain Duris. Serving as the eagerly anticipated second installment of the epic saga, adapted from Alexandre Dumas' timeless novel, it follows "The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan" (2023) (which will be shown as a pre festival event on May 3rd). Preceding the main feature, attendees will be treated to the short film “Au Revoir Belmondo”, (2023) directed by Lisa Kohn who will attend the event. This tender tribute celebrates the illustrious French icon Jean-Paul Belmondo, promising to captivate cinephiles and fans alike with its heartfelt homage shot in Paris. Throughout the event, guests will have the opportunity to step onto the red carpet and capture memorable moments with our team of photographers, overseen by Diane Hamacher Photography, who graciously returns to cover and sponsor the event once again. After the screening, attendees are welcomed to a soirée featuring distinguished guests from the film industry, along with Julie Duhaut-Bedos, the General Consul of France in Los Angeles. Champagne, beverages, elegant hors d'oeuvres from The Lot, and delicious desserts crafted by the up-and-coming French pastry chef from San Diego, Clément Le Déoré, will be served. Following the soirée, guests can enjoy a lively dance party with a selection of Francophone music curated by DJ GRGTRAXX. For more information visit: afsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Event Cancelled Outdoor concert on Shelter Island Whether you’ve lived your life with this music as the soundtrack or are a modern concert enthusiast, Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam is bound to leave you much more fulfilled, delighted, and buoyant - and that much closer to the brilliance of the music of Dave Mason. To see this extraordinary guitar player, a soulful singer LIVE guarantees an evening of music as astonishing as the legend Dave Mason himself. Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam is a must see concert that includes fan favorites and deep cuts from Traffic, Dave Mason, and other surprise songs that share the story and important milestones in an undeniably powerful era of rock n’ roll history. Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam brings this all to life with multimedia visuals, dynamic set lists, along with first-hand stories and memories that can only be shared authenticity by a man who has lived it. Visit: https://humphreysconcerts.com/schedule.cfm Dave Mason on Facebook / Instagram

Jennifer Koh is shaking up the long-established chamber music series at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. An example of that is her collaboration with pianist-composer Missy Mazzoli.

Learn how to weave with an expert textile artist and develop your art and math skills! This class is targeted to homeschooling youth ages 10+. No prior experience is required, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required! Visit sandiego.librarymarket.com for more information. Audience: This program is recommended for children ages 10+. For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com