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Discover how practicing self-compassion can bring healing and transformation into your life! During our four sessions on January 15th, 22nd, and 29th and February 5th (6:30-8:30 p.m. PT), we will experience compassion-based meditations, storytelling, and small group shared learning to deepen our self-compassion. Led by Dale Suggs, MDiv, Certified Facilitator of the Compassion Practice, Certified Spiritual Director, and Co-Founder of the BELOVED Compassion Network. For more information visit: belovedcompassionnetwork.org

Saturday, February 3 — 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. Join us to learn a more relaxed and informal style of calligraphy using brush markers. This is a great, accessible tool for learning and writing letterforms in a beautiful calligraphic style. We will explore the alphabet and connect letters with basic calligraphy strokes. We will learn the rules of calligraphy and how to break them in order to create your own calligraphy style! Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Class Size: 8 students Who should attend? - This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover: - Writing letterforms with brush pens - How to create thick and thin strokes with a brush lettering pen. Materials included: - Tombow brush pen - Instructional guide sheets Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing us the name and email address of the new participant. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The Skylarks, a quartet singing pop hits from the Girl Group era of the 50s through the 70s, will perform an intimate concert on Saturday, March 23 at 7 p.m. at Point Loma Assembly Hall. The Skylarks were founded by Julie Chan in 2018. “I had always wanted to form a group to perform iconic girl group songs,” said Chan. “We have a great set list that includes hits from the Ronettes, the Chiffons, the Chordettes—and even some Beach Boys and the Mammas and the Pappas thrown in.” The Skylarks members are altos Susan Elden and Vicki Moore, and sopranos Julie Chan and Kerri De Rosier. The Skylarks have been performing for private groups and events around town, and are excited to bring their unique show to the public at the Point Loma Assembly. Skylarks Live at the Assembly will feature music through the decades, with fifties hits such as Why do Fools Fall in Love by Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers and Lollipop by the Chordettes; sixties hits like My Boyfriend’s Back by The Angels and Leader of the Pack by The Shangri-Las; and hits from as early as the forties and as late as the eighties. “We have something for everyone,” said Chan. “It will be a fun night for all.” Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Choose from: January 21, from 2 – 5 p.m. February 18, from 2 – 5 p.m. February 22, from 6 – 9 p.m. March 17, from 1 – 4 p.m. This workshop is designed to introduce you to the world of perfumery. No previous experience with fragrance making is required. During the workshop, you will create your own signature scent using a variety of essential oils and fragrance notes provided by our French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet. You will learn about Perfume composition, have fun smelling and enter the very secretive world of Perfume Formulation. You will learn how to blend and balance scents, as well as the basics of perfume making techniques. All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee. This workshop is suitable for ages 14 and up. • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Tuesday, February 6 — 5 P.M. to 8 P.M. Are you ready to bring your hand lettering skills to the next level, but feeling held back by your less-than-perfect handwriting? You're not alone! Many adults struggle with their handwriting, but the good news is that it can be improved with practice. In this class, we will focus on techniques for proper grip and posture, exercises to improve muscle memory and fine motor control, and tips for letter formation and spacing. The workshop will also cover the basics of handwriting styles and the use of different writing utensils. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? Whether you're a student, a professional, or just looking to improve your handwriting for personal reasons, this workshop will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to write more confidently. In this 3-hour session, we will cover: - Anatomy and spacing of letterforms - Basic Monoline italic alphabet Materials provided: - Black ink gel pen - Spiral grid notebook Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing us the name and email address of the new participant. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that public officials can face legal action for blocking social media users on their pages.

Saturday, January 27 — 10 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Join us in learning about the basic tools and techniques needed to create your own hand-lettered chalkboard. We will explore various lettering types (including modern calligraphy style), how to design a layout, tips for keeping your lettering straight and aligned, and even how to add decorative elements to your design. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages Space is limited, so be sure to register early Instructor: Alex Hirsch of Signs of Our Lives Class Size: 8 students Who should attend? - This class is encouraged for students of all levels; including someone who has never taken a lettering or calligraphy class before, or someone who wants to level up their basic knowledge and skills. In this 2.5 hour session, we will cover: - The basics of hand lettering - How to design and letter on your own chalkboard Materials included: - 8”x10” chalkboard - Chalk lettering supplies Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing us the name and email address of the new participant. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Activists who describe themselves as "abortion abolitionists" want to charge women who have abortions with homicide and ban the fertility treatment known as IVF, saying life begins at conception.

The news was shared with students and staff Thursday via email.

A new report by Children and Screens rounds up the changes spurred by the U.K.'s Age Appropriate Design Code, which went into effect in 2020. Similar laws are being considered in the U.S.