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Premieres Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Told by operatives in the rooms where it happened, this film is a deep dive into the decades-long quest by some of America’s conservative political machine to amass power by exploiting racial fault lines.

In this six week workshop, students will expand upon what they have learned about the key components of novel writing. The focus of this workshop will be on character development, scene building, narrative structure and the process of writing a first draft. Participants will be encouraged to submit a chapter of their work for peer review. Previous Novel Writing Certificate classes are recommended as a prerequisite. However, experienced/advanced writers may take this workshop with instructor approval. Please note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. If you enroll in this class less than 24 hours before it begins, please either send us a message or email us at programs@sandiegowriters.org to request your link. Tickets are $216 for SDWI members, $252 for non-members -- per class. If you buy all five of the classes in the certificate separately, the total cost amounts to $1,080. If you purchase all five of them as a package, you will receive a 20% discount and will only pay a total of $864. This discount is only good for members. Please note that if you enroll in the full certificate, you will automatically receive the individual course links throughout the year. If you do not plan to take all courses within the year, please contact us to ensure that a course credit is applied to your account. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a deep dive into the world of VA loans and homebuying - let's turn your service into sold and hand you keys to your new home! VA Homebuying Seminar designed for veterans, active-duty service members, and military families seeking to better understand their VA home loan benefits and how to buy a home with $0 down! This free seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the VA homebuying process, including eligibility requirements, available benefits, and key considerations for purchasing a home using a VA loan. Attendees will gain clear, practical guidance to help them make informed decisions with confidence and build wealth through real estate sharing real case studies and examples from people just like you! Seminar topics include: VA loan entitlement – understand it and maximize the benefits available to you Why Renting IS more expensive than owning – and we’ll show you the numbers Understanding zero down payment options- how you can buy a home with little to NO MONEY out of your own pocket How to use your VA loan multiple times Overview of VA loan benefits from experts with lived experience The step-by-step homebuying process Common homebuying mistakes to avoid The seminar is taught by Patrick Kappel of the Kappel Realty Group at Compass. Patrick is a retired United States Navy Lieutenant Commander and a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He started his Navy career as an enlisted sailor prior to earning his commission. Patrick bought his first property as a young Ensign and has grown his real estate portfolio to more than 13 rental units in San Diego. Drawing on his military service and personal and professional real estate experience, Mr. Kappel offers a disciplined, educational approach focused on data, education, and service to the military community. He was named one of San Diego’s Most Influential Veterans and one of San Diego’s Most Influential Residential Real Estate Agents by the San Diego Business Journal. His real estate team is in the top 1% of large Real Estate teams in San Diego and in the U.S. Jared Kelley and his team at Barrett Financial are experts in the VA loan and working with our active duty and veteran military members to maximize their valuable VA loan benefits. He and his team have navigated and closed more than $100 million in loans for Military Families. Event details: Wednesday, February 11 from 5 – 7 p.m. Dinner & Networking from 5 - 5:45 followed by the presentation and Q&A MISSION VALLEY - 3111 Camino Del Rio N suite 905. This is a free event for veterans and military families This seminar is strictly educational in nature and is intended to provide attendees with reliable information and an opportunity to ask questions in a professional setting. Advance registration is requested. Click Register to reserve your spot. Patrick Kappel | CalDRE 02017034 Kappel Realty Group | Compass San Diego Kappelrealtygroup.com This message is intended for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement or offer to lend. All mortgage products are subject to credit and property approval. Rates, program terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend. Please contact a licensed mortgage lender for more information and to discuss your specific financial needs. NMLS ID: 1676089

North Coast Rep presents the world premiere comedy "THE MALTESE FALCON" by Matthew Salazar-Thompson and directed by Todd Nielsen. Full of humorous, deadly intrigue, this electrifying adaptation of Dashiell Hammett’s masterful noir features five versatile performers transforming between roles to bring the 1920s San Francisco’s underbelly to hilarious life, and featuring the infamous Sam Spade, the definitive hard-boiled detective. With quick-change artistry and acute timing, the ensemble navigates through a labyrinth of deception and desire while delivering taut, unsparing prose that crackles with tension and mirth. Don’t miss this thrilling comical theatrical high-wire act. Reserve your seats now before they vanish like the falcon itself. Playing from March 4 - April 5 at North Coast Rep. Buy tickets at northcoastrep.com. North Coast Repertory Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

His District 9 office will now work with the city attorney's office to draft language for the ballot proposal, which must then be approved again by the Rules Committee and then the full City Council before being placed on the November 2026 ballot.

The annual observance marks how far into the new year women must work to make what men earned in the previous year. This year, it's March 26, a day later than it was in 2025.

Colombian officials say that a military cargo plane with 128 people on board, most of them soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off Monday in southwestern Colombia.

The Guttmacher Institute has a new analysis on how many abortions happened in 2025.

Our monthly Nat at Night is back for 2026. During Nat at Night, we're open until 10 p.m. so you can explore the Museum after hours. Enjoy access to all open exhibitions* and our rooftop deck for good views and great vibes. The rooftop is open to all visitors and serves beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks and food from Wolf in the Woods—you can get a look at the menu below. With bars on several floors, sip a signature cocktail as you leisurely explore the Museum. Or grab some artisan tacos, conchas or paletas, and amazing coffee drinks from The Craft Taco in our Atrium. On select dates, enjoy getting crafty with our friends from Sketchparty (usually the third Friday of the month). Admission is half-price after 5 p.m. You can buy your tickets in advance online or buy them at the door the night of. As always, members of The Nat and Explorer pass holders enjoy free general admission. *Keep in mind, Level 4 and parts of Level 3 are under construction. San Diego Natural History Museum | The Nat on Facebook / Instagram

The city of San Diego currently has about $5 billion for building and maintaining infrastructure from 2027 through 2031.