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All three of these books would make great gifts for gardeners and armchair oglers alike, and may tempt you to book a garden tour — or maybe even plant some bulbs and seeds yourself.

Beauty Beyond Bars is a new social justice project led by a former San Diego Unified student school board trustee supporting inmates in maintaining their appearance and humanity.

Desire!: We will meet in-person on Valentine’s Day to explore how to write an effective scene centered around the emotions of love, passion, and desire. Bring chocolate! Second Tuesday Explorations is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. Second Tuesday is a generative meeting. New topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. The first hour will be spent introducing the prompt followed by a sustained ‘free-write’ period. During the second hour, writers will be invited to share their writing with the group. Open to writers of all genres. Sharing your work within a safe, supportive community will help you discover and strengthen your voice. Come check out Second Tuesday Explorations! Tuesday, January 10: Openings. This in-person class will look at what makes an effective opening. Writers will be encouraged to re-work old openings or to invent new ones! Tuesday, February 14: Desire!: We will meet in-person on Valentine’s Day to explore how to write an effective scene centered around the emotions of love, passion, and desire. Bring chocolate! Tuesday, March 14: Creating Conflict: This in-person class will explore effective writing that deals with conflict. Please Note: This class will be held in person at Inspirations Gallery (2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Suite 204, San Diego, CA, 92106). While masks are not required indoors, they are encouraged. Thank you! Social Media Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says many borrowers are struggling to get through to the companies that get paid to answer their questions.

This weekend in the arts: Zim's "116 Drawings of Ketanji Brown Jackson" at Art Produce; "A Weekend in Paris" at SummerFest; Adam Belt, Christopher Puzio and Chris Thorson at Quint; "Blue Period" at OnStage Playhouse; jazz at MAKE Projects; and Richard Ybarra at BFree Studio.

The San Diego World Affairs Council is proud to present a new series called "Dinner with Diplomats." The first of this special dinner and lecture series will be held March 30, 2023 and will feature Ambassador Kenneth Juster, a distinguished fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. He has over forty years of experience as a senior government official, senior business executive, and senior law partner. He recently completed service as the twenty-fifth U.S. ambassador to the Republic of India (2017–2021). He previously served in the U.S. government as deputy assistant to the president for international economic affairs, on both the National Security Council and the National Economic Council (2017), undersecretary of commerce (2001–2005), counselor (acting) of the State Department (1992–1993), and deputy and senior advisor to Deputy Secretary of State Lawrence Eagleburger (1989–1992). In the private sector, Juster has been a partner at the global investment firm Warburg Pincus (2010–2017), a senior executive at Salesforce.com (2005–2010), and a senior partner at the law firm Arnold & Porter. Ambassador Kenneth Juster will discuss the many challenges and roles India faces and plays today from its vital strategic center in S. Asia, including the US-India partnership. As always, our Q&A session will provide our members with a first-hand opportunity to pose their questions. This Dinner with Diplomats Series is being sponsored in partnership with The San Diego Indian-American Society (SDIAS) and the event is being generously underwritten by Royal India Restaurant in San Diego. Thanks to their generous support we are able to offer this event at the rate of $20 for the lecture and dinner for SDWAC Members and $40 for dinner and lecture for non-SDWAC members. 6-6:30 p.m. mingling event and cash bar. 6:30- 7:15 p.m. dinner. 7:15- 8 p.m. lecture. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Emerging COVID-19 variants can bring with them new symptoms, potentially posing challenges for local health systems.

Sure, plenty of people are excited for the winter storm, but if you're looking for something a little ... schvitzy-er? We have some suggestions for you.

Three institutions in Balboa Park will split more than $7 million.

Join us for The Lodge at Torrey Pines’ 20th annual Celebrate the Craft. Set on The Lodge's outdoor terrace overlooking the Torrey Pines Golf Course, the premier culinary festival showcases Southern California’s finest chefs, food artisans, produce, wine, and craft beer. Sip and savor during this unique event to benefit The Ecology Center. *Tickets Go on Sale February 1 at 9 a.m. The Lodge at Torrey Pines on Facebook / Instagram