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In this workshop we’ll discuss how to prep and pitch any kind of writing, and how to start racking up the sales that will bring in cash and build your career. We’ll cover a lot of ground, including "The Query Letter": New forms and strategies; The verbal pitch: How to make a face-to-face pitch fun and successful; understanding genre & Sub-genre; pitching tips and games: How you and your writer friends can have fun preparing to meet agents and editors; talking points: How to identify those story elements that make a pitch come alive; finding an agent: insider tricks for building a targeted list of potential agents; and much more! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-05-25-the-art-of-the-book-pitch-with-jonathan-maberry/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Collage and Collagraphs Surprising visual results will happen by using spontaneous applications of printmaking techniques and using different textures of cardboard and exotic papers to create a rich surface. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Please join us for Two enlightening talks. At 1 p.m. "A Lesson in Journalism" with Doug Green, Journalism Teacher Sixteen Carlsbad High School Students discover the Horror of the Holocaust while producing a groundbreaking film about the Holocaust. The film won the prestigious Peacemaker Award as well as dozens of film festival awards. At 2:30 p.m."Neil Simon: Observing It All" with Barbara Mortkowitz, MA Theatre & Music Arts Performance. Learn about one of the most commercially successful playwrights in the history of American Theatre and one of the finest writers of comedy in American literary history. His keen observations have brought us an entertaining way to look at ourselves. Arrive early for a good seat and parking. Visit: https://miracosta.edu/

Want to create edible landscaping but don’t want the high water bills? This gardening class focusses on edible landscaping that is also water conscious. Performing Arts Center & Multi-Purpose Room Friday, May 30, 2025 11 a.m. - noon Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library on Facebook

Enjoy a dinner inspired by the cuisine of Macau, curated by Culinary Director Tim Kolanko, Chef Wesley Johnson, and Chef Tony Coito! ARTIFACT+ CRAFT CAFÉ at Mingei on Instagram

A new exhibit displays Black Americans’ relationship to the Pacific Ocean between the 16th and 20th centuries. Then, we preview of the Without Walls Festival and the San Diego Book Crawl.

The studies would mark significant county-led responses following previous efforts that some critics say have fallen short of providing relief to South County residents.

Get ready for a night of fierce and fabulous fun at "Serving Laughs: A Queer Comedy Variety Show"! This high-energy showcase brings together some of San Diego’s most hilarious and talented queer performers for an unforgettable evening of drag, standup, sketch, and improv. The lineup features: - Standup from the brilliant Taylor Spencer - Drag-fueled improv chaos with Drag Grace Improv - Dazzling performances by Queens Keri Oki & Jisabella Hearton …and more surprises from San Diego’s vibrant queer comedy scene! Come laugh, cheer, and support queer artists bringing bold comedy to the stage! NVA White Family Next Stage on Instagram

Thailand and Cambodia have signed an expanded ceasefire agreement during a ceremony attended by President Donald Trump.

The 2025 Tiny Desk Concert winner has been crowned, and San Diego had its own share of standout entries. We caught up with two of our local favorites — Aleah Discavage and The Neighborhood Kids — to hear the powerful stories behind their unforgettable songs.