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The journey of the hero is about the courage to seek the depths; the image of creative rebirth; the eternal cycle of change within us; the uncanny discovery that the seeker is the mystery which the seeker seeks to know. — Joseph Campbell In this transformative four-week writing workshop, we will use the universal framework of the Hero’s & Heroine’s Journey to unlock the structural secrets of compelling narrative. We go beyond formula to explore how this blueprint shapes stories of transformation and change. We will bring the Monomyth to life by viewing its stages through the lens of an art exhibition, examining illustrated myths and stories using classical paintings, prints, sculpture, and iconic movie stills from Star Wars. The 4-Week Mythic Map This class applies the heroic structure through diverse narrative studies: Week 1: The Epic Founder. We begin with the foundational myth: Homer’s Odyssey. Week 2: The Forest and the Fear. We explore the framework through Russian and German Fairy Tales, focusing on female protagonists. Week 3: The Trickster’s Call. We study an international perspective with a Tlingit Origin Myth, examining the journey through the unconventional protagonist, Raven. Week 4: The Wrong Kind of Hero. We conclude by analyzing the ultimate complication: heroes whose journey leads to tragedy, studying Oedipus alongside Luke Skywalker from Star Wars. You will learn to apply these timeless archetypes directly to your work-in-progress, ensuring your plot is structurally sound and your character’s emotional journey is profound. This class is ideal for writers of fiction or screenplay looking to infuse their work with mythic power and universal resonance. The Writer’s Journey Map Your Story: The Hero’s and Heroine’s Journey Through Art and Myth “The journey of the hero is about the courage to seek the depths; the uncanny discovery that the seeker is the mystery which the seeker seeks to know.” — Joseph Campbell Ready to write stories that resonate across time? In this 4-week workshop, we reveal the universal structure of powerful storytelling (The Hero’s and Heroine’s Journey) using visual illustrations and storytelling. We explore this framework through diverse global narratives, illustrating every step with classical paintings, sculpture, prints, and iconic movie stills from Star Wars. You will study the journeys of: Homer’s Odyssey (The Epic Founder) Complex female protagonists from Russian and German Fairy Tales (The Forest and the Fear) The unconventional journey of the Raven from Tlingit Origin Myth (The Trickster’s Call) The tragic flaws of heroes like Oedipus and Luke Skywalker (The Wrong Kind of Hero) Learn how these mythic structures inform your own manuscript. Perfect your plot, deepen your characters, and discover the true power of the Monomyth. Four Sessions – Mondays, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 & 2/2 (1-3 p.m.) ZOOM (LIVE) San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready to groove – Moonshine Beach is hosting Boostive’s Soul Shakedown on Saturday, December 13 from 5-10 p.m.! Enjoy a lively musical lineup featuring Boostive, Soul Disciples, Spacehall Sound Machine, Mara Sulu, Blue Hour, and a DJ set from Divina Afrobeats! For $23.60 per ticket, swing by Moonshine Beach and shakedown all night with worldly sounds, infectious rhythms, and good vibes. This is a 21+ event, so don’t forget to bring a valid ID! Boostive on Facebook / Instagram

We are excited to welcome you to our second Open House of the school year! On Friday, December 5, starting at 9 a.m., we will be opening our doors to prospective parents for a unique opportunity to get to know our school. Attendees will be able to tour our campus during the school day, visit classes, and meet our school community! A light breakfast will be served. San Diego French-American School: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing Premier San Diego Mother’s Day Cruise on the San Diego Bay. While onboard, your family will enjoy a chef-inspired plated dinner with a selection of wine, champagne, and classic cocktails. Celebrate with dining and drinking from our interior, or soak in the picturesque backdrop of San Diego’s skyline from our outdoor decks. Start a new tradition the whole family will enjoy and celebrate Mother’s Day on the water with a dinner cruise! City Cruises on Facebook / Instagram

On Monday, December 8, Mission Beach’s Sandbar will be hosting a Winter Market! Whether you’ve yet to start your holiday shopping or you just have a few items to purchase, Sandbar invites you to sip while you shop local creatives, small business owners, makers and artisans, and service providers. There will also be free raffles sponsored by Cutwater Spirits and Los Cuernos Wine. The Winter Market is from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Sandbar is located at 718 Ventura Place, 92109. Sandbar on Facebook / Instagram

Brokers Gallery Open Mic night, let your creativity shine in Downtown San Diego’s latest hub for art, music, and creative expression. Join us at Brokers Gallery for Open Mic Night, an evening where creativity shines inside one of Downtown San Diego’s emerging cultural art spaces. Whether you’re a musician, poet, comedian, or performer of any kind, this is your stage. Appox 8 minutes per performer. Step into our intimate, artist-run space with deep roots in the downtown creative community — a room built by artists, for artists. Come share your voice, connect, and be part of a growing cultural scene. Location: Brokers Building Gallery 525 C Street, Suite 2, San Diego, CA 92101 Time: 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. Artist sign-ups at 7 - 7:30 p.m. Doors at 6:30 p.m. Entry: General Admission: $15 — includes one drink ticket Performer Entry: Donation based. Parking: Validated flat-fee parking $8 is available at LAZ Parking - 5th and Broadway - 1026 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101. Please use your credit/debit card to enter the garage we will provide you with a validation ticket at the event which will be scanned when exiting the garage to avail of our $8 flat rate. This is a 2 minute walk from our venue. We are also conveniently located directly on the 5th avenue trolley line. Broker's Building Art Gallery Board (BBAGB) on Facebook / Instagram

Potential candidates must appear in person at the Office of the City Clerk to obtain nomination papers during business hours at the City Administration Building. Candidates may begin submitting nomination papers on Feb. 12, and all nomination forms must be submitted by March 5 at 5 p.m.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. This week's guest is Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of Singapore. Singapore is a small country at a crossroads. With close ties to both the U.S. and China, it's become a hub for finance, trade and technology. Singapore's president discusses the island's role in a shifting global order, as well as its AI future.

Riders can use all NCTD modes — COASTER, SPRINTER, BREEZE, FLEX, NCTD+ and LIFT — free of charge for the entire day Wednesday. For those traveling on NCTD+ within the San Marcos and Vista micro transit zones, customers can use promo code: ROSAPARKS in the NCTD+ app for free rides.

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for California to use its new congressional map for this year's midterm election. Voters approved it as a Democratic counterresponse to Texas' new GOP-friendly map.