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"Purpose" by playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, now on Broadway under the direction of longtime actress Phylicia Rashad, explores the generational conflicts in the civil rights movement.

Hundreds of people were arrested in the celebrations, which were largely peaceful but degenerated into violence in some areas.

Russia's Investigative Committee, the country's top criminal investigation agency, said in a statement that explosions had caused the two bridges to collapse, but did not give further details.

Sandra Cisneros will join Dean Nelson for an interview as part of the 2025 Writer's Symposium by the Sea, Writing That Redeems Sandra Cisneros is a Latina American short-story writer and poet regarded as a key figure in Chicano literature. Cisneros is best known for her first novel, "The House on Mango Street," and her subsequent short story collection, "Woman Hollering Creek and Other Stories." Her most recent books are "Martita, I Remember You: A Story in English and Spanish" and "Mujer sin vergüenza." Cisneros is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship, a Ford Foundation Art of Change Fellowship, the USA Literary Award, a MacArthur Foundation Fellowship, and more. She established the Macondo Writers Workshop, which provides socially conscious workshops for writers, and she founded the Alfredo Cisneros Del Moral Foundation, which awards talented writers connected to Texas. Included in the ticket is live music from Shhhhh to begin at 6:15, when doors open for general admission seating. More info about Shhhhh at www.shhhhhtheband.com. The 30th Anniversary Writer's Symposium by the Sea will be February 24-26, 2025, also featuring award-winning writers Jesmyn Ward and Mitch Albom. For more info, visit here: https://www.pointloma.edu/2025writers. Writer's Symposium By The Sea on Facebook / Instagram

Come Play in Clay! Join us for a Wildcrafting Earthenware Pottery 2-Day Intensive! Get ready to get your hands dirty and create something beautiful. Two dates to choose from: October 26 & 27 OR November 16 & 17 Schedule: First day (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) & Second day (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.) Learn the ancient art of harvesting wild clay, building, painting, and firing your own earthenware pot. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! For more details, scan the QR code below or click the link: [https://form.jotform.com/241257614321045] Let’s make art together! #PotteryWorkshop #Wildcrafting #Earthenware #CreativeFun #HandmadeArt

From the organizers: Celebrate the distinctive and colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead at The Old Globe! A festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring live music performances, a new coLAB play in collaboration with our community of Casa Familiar, arts and crafts for kids, a puppet show, workshops, and more. Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Globe’s outdoor Copley Plaza in Balboa Park. This free, family-friendly event is a festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring Aztec dance performances by Danza Azteca Kuauhkoalt, live music performances by Zhiely Monraz and guitarist Ricardo Arredondo, a puppet play by Gastón Morineau and Veronica Burgess, and our new CoLAB play written by Crystal Mercado and members of our community partners at Casa Familiar, directed by our very own Valeria Vega. We will also have a puppet parade and drum workshop led by The San Diego Guild of Puppetry and Drummers Without Borders, and the talented visual artist Natalie Gonzalez presenting her original art piece titled “Ojos de Dios” (Huichol “God’s Eyes”), will also lead a workshop for audience members to create their own piece to take home. Enjoy other amazing crafts, a guest food truck, and beverages at Lady Carolyn’s Pub. See you there! Hosted by Markuz Rodríguez and Laura Jiménez, and produced by Family and Cross-Cultural Programs Manager Valeria Vega. This event is free and open to all who want to attend. This is an all-ages event. The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

Modern, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, World Dance, and Musical Theatre forms! Palomar dance students and faculty will warm your heart with outstanding original choreography with a variety of dance styles and traditions to ring in the holidays. Buy Tickets Now!

Six of San Diego’s most talented AAPI chefs (Asian Americans and Pacific Islander) will create signature baked goods for the Friendly Feast AAPI Chefs Bake Sale, taking place at Cowboy Star on Sunday, November 17. Guests can pre-order a curated box with six unique items, including an ube coconut crumb doughnut, Valrhona chocolate cannelé, “Flandan tart”, and more. Boxes are priced at $45 each. Proceeds benefit the Friendly Feast scholarship fund and Pacific Arts Movement. Bake sale boxes go on sale Thursday, November 7th via the Friendly Feast website. Boxes must be purchased in advance for pick up at Cowboy Star on Sunday, November 17. Limited quantities available! We expect this event to sell out early. The Friendly Feast AAPI Chefs Bake Sale is a community fundraising event. 100% of proceeds support Friendly Feast and Pacific Arts Movement. Visit: AAPI Chefs Bake Sale Friendly Feast on Instagram and Facebook

Climate change and overfishing are making it harder to catch the anchovies essential to the condiment that underlies so much of Vietnam and southeast Asia's food.

The brewing and culinary industries thrive on diversity, passion, and creativity—and women are at the heart of this vibrant community. At Stone, we proudly celebrate the remarkable contributions of women who inspire and elevate our craft. Each year, we honor International Women’s Day with a unique pairing dinner and a special beer brewed by the incredible women of Team Stone. Join us for a three-course dining experience that celebrates women's artistry, dedication, and innovation in brewing, hospitality, and beyond. Together, we’ll raise a glass to the extraordinary women who enrich our community and continue to shape its future. YOUR $85 TICKET INCLUDES: An exclusive three-course dinner with carefully selected pairings MENU First Course Al pastor smoked salmon rillettes, Veracruz sauced mussels, pickled escabeche veggies served with house-made kettle potato chips Paired with: Stone She’s the Brewer IPA | West Coast IPA | ABV 8.5% Second Course Venison and pork meatballs stuffed with Oaxaca cheese, served with potatoes in a spiced tomato-cumin broth Paired with: Stone Tigresas del Sur | Tamarind Pale Ale w/Fonio | ABV 6% Third Course Slow-cooked duck carnitas, fresh flour tortillas, a duo of moles—black and pipián verde—chili paste, and nopalitos Paired with: Stone’s Phantastic Sangria Fourth Course Churros served with peanut-flavored mazapan ice cream and a warm chocolate-cinnamon dipping sauce Paired with: Stone Double Fireside Magic | Imperial Brown Ale w/Marshmallows, Vanilla, Chocolate and French Oak | ABV 8.5% THIS EVENT IS 21 AND OVER ONLY (including non-drinkers) – please don’t forget your valid photo ID! PACE YOURSELF - Your safety is in everybody's best interest; as such California law prohibits us to serve any obviously intoxicated guests. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND if you are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms or have tested positive for Covid-19. If such a situation arises, please follow the directions on Eventbrite to process a full refund.