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“If you don’t understand the wave, you can’t respect it. And if you don’t have respect, it’s only a matter of time before the ocean teaches you to get some..” – Laird Hamilton …and if it’s all about respect, you will appreciate this dinner Adventure with one of the most well-respected and successful contemporary mystery writers around, T. Jefferson Parker. Enjoy a delicious pizza dinner while Jeff discusses Desperation Reef, his new high-stakes thriller about a big wave surfer and her sons who compete in the same contest that killed her husband many years before. Your Adventure includes pizza, salad, soft beverage, tax, gratuity, and an opportunity to meet Jeff up close and personal in an intimate setting. ADMISSION: Tickets must be purchased online, two options available: Event Registration with discounted hardcover book - This option includes event and a discounted hc copy of Desperation Reef to be delivered to the event for signing. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds will be given after July 18 or for no-shows. Event Only - This option is for event only. Books sold separately. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds are available after July 18, 2024, or for no-shows.

Do you know a 8-12 year old looking for a fun summer activity? Scripps Ranch Theatre is offering a 2-week theater workshop with veteran youth instructor Katelyn Slater (recently Clown in "The 39 Steps") where she’ll teach kids the theater improv with fun games, skits and scenes. Embrace the magic of theater with our enriching two-week camp designed to ignite creativity and foster a love for the performing arts in children. Join us on this exciting journey where imagination knows no bounds, and every child is encouraged to explore their potential in a supportive and engaging environment. As they step into the spotlight, they will not only showcase their talents but also create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. This is their time to shine and to bask in the magic of the performing arts. Kids will have a blast learning: - Improv - Skits - Scene work - Songs - Connection Kids will have the opportunity to perform in a showcase for friends and family at the end of the workshop on July 20. No experience necessary. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The incident follows a string of other recent deadly shootings surrounding homecoming events at schools in Southern states.

Jenkins, whose signature tune was "You'll Sing A Song," received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and was known worldwide for her call-and-response songs.

A New York parks employee died battling one of a number of wildfires in New Jersey and New York amid dry conditions that have prompted air quality warnings in both states, authorities said Sunday.

“Words are the only bread we can really share.” – Luis Alberto Urrea …and sharing a feast of words is what masterful storyteller, New York Times bestselling author Luis Alberto Urrea, does best. You won’t want to miss this afternoon as he introduces his newest novel, 'Good Night', Irene, which highlights the fearless female volunteers who served overseas during World War II and presents a story of “survival, camaraderie, and courage on the front line” (Kristin Hannah). Join us to explore themes of hope, heartbreak, friendship, trust, and both the consequences and brutalities of war at the Georgina Cole Library. For more information visit: adventuresbythebook.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

“A page-turner about complicated, success-driven women.” — Kirkus Reviews …is the perfect description for the latest novel by acclaimed author Susie Orman Schnall. Join us at Napatini Wine Bar and Bistro for a delicious glass of wine, along with some delicious flatbreads and charcuterie spreads, as we celebrate the release of "Anna Bright is Hiding Something", a cinematic and page-turning summer read! Your Adventure includes a happy hour experience, a glass of wine paired with a generous assortment of delicious snacks, tax, gratuity, and an opportunity to meet Susie up close and personal in an intimate setting in conversation with Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke. BONUS: You are also invited to join our book club discussion* from 3 - 4 p.m., an hour before the author event, where two of our new Adventures by the Book Ambassadors, Debby Stone and Marilyn Dashe, will be discussing Anna Bright is Hiding Something at Napatini Wine Bar and Bistro. Can’t wait to see you there! For more information visit: adventuresbythebook.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Female friendships, haunting secrets, shadowy characters, and page-turning plots, nobody does it better than New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn, so you won’t want to miss her book launch event for her next historical novel, "The Briar Club." Join us at Kate’s first event celebrating "The Briar Club" and be the first to hear about how she captures the paranoia of the McCarthy era and evokes the changing roles for women in postwar America. Kate will be in conversation with New York Times bestselling author Michelle Gable. For more information visit: adventuresbythebook.com Stat Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The cast of Saturday Night Live jokingly touted their support for Donald Trump and his billionaire backer Elon Musk in their first episode since Trump's re-election this past week.

As Elie Wiesel so poignantly reminds us, never shall we forget. Yet what happened to the children of the Holocaust who were separated from their parents in WWII at such a young age; was it possible for them to remember? We invite you to meet Jewish Book Award Finalist Jennifer Rosner at a private San Diego residence as she discusses Once We Were Home, her powerful novel based on the true stories of children stolen in the wake of World War II. Your Adventure includes an assortment of delectable Jewish pastries, tea, a copy of Once We Were Home to be signed at the event, tax, book presentation, and the opportunity to engage with Jennifer live and in-person in an intimate setting. “Never Shall I Forget” – Elie Wiesel For more information visit: adventuresbythebook.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram