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Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. April 13 Tour: Kate Sessions and Balboa Park, Part 1 (Tour begins at Kate Session Statue on West Mesa) Named the “Mother of Balboa Park,” Kate Sessions had a major impact on the flora of San Diego at the turn of the century and continues to influence the plants seen today. This walk explores one of her “hidden gardens” from when she had a nursery/experimental demonstration garden in Balboa Park. Along the way her remarkable accomplishments in shaping the landscape with plants brought from around the world will be discussed. A citizen scientist, entrepreneur, and horticulturalist, Sessions devoted her life to learning and disseminating knowledge. Meet at the Kate Sessions Statue located one block east of 6th and Laurel Street.

Theme: Heartfulness Concepts and Practices Talk Topics: the art of lovingkindness and compassion, exploring our inner emotional landscape, responding to life circumstances versus reacting from fear, working with pain This six-week class will provide an introduction to mindfulness meditation as a practice that offers an opportunity to experience the mind as free from reactivity. Such freedom produces a well balanced mind. The goal of the class is to teach you how to be mindful of the present moment so as to live a full and fulfilling life. The class is recommended for ages 18 and up. Everyone is welcome to drop-in on any class during the series. For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com

A Dreamlike Burlesque Experience Set to Sultry Grooves Step into the "Sultry Haze", where the band is grooving, the burlesque performers are strutting, and the patrons are reveling in the time of their lives. From their seats, guests will be immersed in lyrical stories woven with both jaunty and seductive burlesque performances, accompanied by melodic and hypnotic tunes that resonate through their bodies. Witness this snapshot in time through the eyes of those who bring these nightlife fantasies to life. Dive into the inner thoughts of the bartender amidst their bustling night, feel the anticipation of the eager kitten awaiting their moment in the spotlight, and sense the rush of the showgirl venue-hopping to make their call times. Delight in the intimate details of showbiz. Music by Soul Ablaze - Verdell- Guitar/Keyboard/Singer - Michelle- Bari Sax - Shannon- Bass - Nathan- Drums - Narrated by Feisty Fuego - Burlesque Performances by: - Ginger N. Whiskey - Miss Hellfires - Moxxi Bustion - Della Limonchella - Whiskey & Fuego Tickets - $50 VIP Sit front row and receive a 11x17 show poster signed by the cast, as well as a small goodie bag with different collectables. - $40 Premier Sitting right behind VIP, Premier seating keeps you close to the action. You will receive an 11x17 show poster signed by the cast. - $30 General Admission

Join us as we proudly showcase the creative works born out of these transformative workshops. The exhibition promises a visual feast featuring captivating photographs, compelling videos, mesmerizing animations, and glimpses into the future of digital media—all narrating unique stories from our talented participants.

FREE writing workshops are open to writers with any experience level and working in any genre. We’ll look to Nature to guide our process and be inspired by ideas from Ross Gay’s Inciting Joy and adrienne maree brown’s Emergent Strategy. We’ll set goals, share supportive feedback, and build a sustainable writing practice through autonomy and accountability as we build community. Bring your laptop, journal, or other favorite writing tools (pens and paper will be provided). Come for each class or drop in as you are able. We’ll celebrate our work in a public reading. Held in partnership with San Diego Writers, Ink.

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! Please note that signing up for two months at a time will allow you to take advantage of the following discount: $62 for two months for members, $74 for two months for nonmembers. Members may also purchase a discounted bundle of six months for $186 total. April: Suspense & Tension: We will explore ways to sustain tension and create suspense in your writing. If you are working on a story, this is a good class to bring in a draft and do some rewriting! Techniques we will study will include setup, seed-planting, delay, image patterning, and complications. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Asian Story Theater presents “Where We Lay Our Sorrows Down,” a one-act play with puppets and soundscape by ARTS (A Reason to Survive) that explores grief and the healing power of Nature. Written by Thelma Virata de Castro, the play is part of her Far South/Border North Cultivating JOY social justice campaign. Content Advisory: Grief, death, implied suicide. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

It's the latest attack in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province and comes days ahead of a major security summit being hosted in the capital. No group claimed immediate responsibility for the attack.

Asian Story Theater presents “Where We Lay Our Sorrows Down,” a one-act play with puppets and soundscape by ARTS (A Reason to Survive) that explores grief and the healing power of Nature. Written by Thelma Virata de Castro, the play is part of her Far South/Border North Cultivating JOY social justice campaign. Content Advisory: Grief, death, implied suicide. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Asian Story Theater presents “Where We Lay Our Sorrows Down,” a one-act play with puppets and soundscape by ARTS (A Reason to Survive) that explores grief and the healing power of Nature. Written by Thelma Virata de Castro, the play is part of her Far South/Border North Cultivating JOY social justice campaign. Content Advisory: Grief, death, implied suicide. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram