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Writing can sometimes feel like a lonely endeavor, but a good read-and-critique group can help you feel supported and connected to a writing community. Friday Writers I is a read-and-critique group for all levels. This group will offer thoughtful feedback and guidance in your poetry writing endeavors. The class begins with a close read of two to three poems written by contemporary poets, followed by a few minutes of writing from a prompt. Following the free-write, we will read and critique each other's work. Class meets Fridays from 12–2 p.m. March 14–May 23 (no class April 4) (10 weeks, 20 total hours of instruction) Joan & Irwin Jacobs Music Room Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Element Biosciences, led by a determined CEO, has staked a claim in the market for genomic sequencing. They’ve also introduced a new device that creates a molecular profile that goes far beyond your DNA.

An oral history of the atomic bomb detonations 80 years ago leads this week's list of publishing highlights, which also includes a handful of novels by authors including Louis Sachar and Jason Mott.

Morgan Lieberman's "Hidden Once, Hidden Twice" is a documentary photo and film project bringing visibility to the lives of senior lesbian couples across the U.S.

Heart is an American/Canadian rock band that formed in 1973 in Vancouver, BC. In 1975, the band saw their first album “Dreamboat Annie” break out to global success. Heart effortlessly blends the sounds of 1970s hard rock and acoustic rock, punk and even at times symphonic. Defying all categories, Heart is a band like no other having influenced a wide range of mainstream and underground artists in a career spanning nearly five decades. Heart boasts over 35 million albums sold worldwide including over 22 million in the US alone with 20 Top 40 singles and also holds an ongoing streaming presence. Heart has released 16 studio albums, seven live albums, eight compilation albums and 64 singles. Visit: https://www.axs.com/events/908652/heart-tickets?skin=pasd Heart on Instagram and Facebook

Looking for backup, I turned to an AI chatbot for relationship wisdom. It took my side. It was only when I challenged the bot's biases — and my own — that we had a communication breakthrough.

Experience a uniquely paired concert and conversation: America's Got Talent Golden Buzzer Winner: Voices of Our City Choir, and USA Today best-selling author Jennifer Coburn. The evening features a dialogue between Laurie Black and Ms. Coburn as she kicks off her national book tour for "The Girls of the Glimmer Factory." The story set in Theresienstadt, the Nazi "model" concentration camp, where a choir composed of prisoners used music as a form of resistance, survival, and hope. Surrounding this deeply moving conversation is a soulful performance by America’s Got Talent Golden-Buzzer winner Voices of Our City Choir: a creative community for artists impacted by homelessness. Hear how music and creativity can offer us all a lifeline through dark times. A lifeline prisoner Rabbi Leo Baeck called “Hours of Freedom.” There is limited seating for this event. All proceeds benefit Voices of Our City’s music & arts programming for San Diegans impacted by homelessness.

LeAnn Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and award-winning songwriter who has sold more than 48 million units globally and won countless awards. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest recipient to take home a Grammy Award. She originally rose to success as a country music artist and has since crossed over into pop, contemporary Christian, and other musical genres. Rimes has placed more than 40 singles on international charts since 1996 and in 2020, Rimes shined the brightest and won season four of FOX’s The Masked Singer. Join us for hit songs such as "How Do I Live Without You" and "Can't Fight the Moonlight" from the 2000 movie Coyote Ugly. Rimes currently appears as a vocal coach and judge on The Voice UK. Visit: https://purchase.moonlightstage.com/EventAvailability?EventId=4401 Leann Rimes Cibrian on Instagram and Facebook

Fusing Bruno-Mars-caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography, the men of UPTOWN combine the smooth stylings of R&B with the fresh hits of today in a unique show that will get you on your feet! Born in New York City, the group exudes unparalleled energy with their blend of contemporary radio hits and classic Motown music. Every member of UPTOWN is a world-class soloist, with frequent comparisons to the artistry of icons like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. When they come together as one collective, the resulting remix creates “the most electrifying show you’ll see this decade!” (Agua Caliente, Palm Springs CA). Choreography, vocals and stage presence… you do not want to miss out on UPTOWN! Visit: https://purchase.moonlightstage.com/EventAvailability?EventId=4201

The U.S. Army celebrated its 250th anniversary on Saturday with a massive military parade in Washington, D.C., against a backdrop of political division and protests savaging President Trump.