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This 3-hour Zoom workshop for beginning or seasoned poets looks at the first Mother’s Day started in 1872 by Julia Ward Howe as “Mothers for Peace”. Ms. Howe issued a Mother’s Day proclamation which began, “Arise, then, women of this day! Arise, all women who have hearts, whether our baptism be that of water or of tears…”, then continued urging, “We women of one country will be too tender of those of another country to allow our sons to be trained to injure theirs…”, and ended with the admonition that, “the sword of murder is not the balance of justice. In the middle of Howe’s proclamation she cried out the truth of, “from the bosom of the devastated earth a voice goes up with our own. It says, Disarm! Disarm!” Poems by Paul Laurence Dunbar, and Nikki Giovanni will begin this exercise of writing in community, preceded by quotations from writers and poets who reflect the importance of a Mother’s Day for peace. Date | Sunday, May 29, 2022 at 1pm Location | Virtual Link Purchase tickets here! $54 for members and $63 for nonmembers For further information on this event please visit: http://www.sandiegowriters.org/2022-05-29-online-was-2022s-mothers-day-dystopic-social-justice-poem-making-with-jim-moreno/

Victor Edalia turned a trash dump into a farm. He hoped to earn extra income but decided to give away free produce during the pandemic. Now hundreds of needy families enjoy his harvest.

It's a big moment for fans of high fantasy. But for some, the weeks leading up to the release of Amazon's Lord of the Rings prequel series have meant a mix of excitement – and a little anxiety.

Oh, how we missed you last year! We just couldn't let another summer come and go without celebrating San Diego and all of the wonderful food & agriculture, arts & talent, business & innovation, and all-around FUN of our community. San Diego County Fair is back and better than ever. You're not going to want to miss out on the all fun the fair has to offer. View the lineup for the Summer Concert Series on the grandstand stage. These shows include same-day admission to the San Diego County Fair. For the best seats in the house, purchase tickets early online at Ticketmaster. Date: June 8-July 4 (The Fair will be closed Mondays & Tuesdays except in June.) Times: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Del Mar Fair Grounds For more information on this event please visit HERE!

Join the Imperial Beach Library at Veterans Park for an author visit with Alana Quintana Albertson. We will be talking about her new book, Ramón and Julieta, a PopSugar and BookBub "Most Anticipated Romance of 2022." Ramón and Julieta is a fresh, modern twist on the original enemies-to-lovers couple Romeo and Juliet, which replaces tragedy with cultural expression and the complexities of Latinx communities. It has Dia de los Muertos meet-cute, features mouthwatering food, lovingly realized locations like Barrio Logan, Old Town, Coronado, and has the most satisfying of happily ever afters! Copies of Ramón and Julieta will be available for purchase at the event from Mysterious Galaxy bookstore. Arrive early for a chance at winning a free copy! About Ramón and Julieta: A Romeo and Juliet Retelling When fate and tacos bring Ramón and Julieta together on the Day of the Dead, the star-crossed pair must make a choice: accept the bitter food rivalry that drives them apart or surrender to a love that consumes them—perfect for fans of Jane the Virgin! Ramón Montez always achieves his goals. Whether that means collecting Ivy League degrees or growing his father’s fast-food empire, nothing sets Ramón off course. So when the sexy señorita who kissed him on the Day of the Dead runs off into the night with his heart, he determines to do whatever it takes to find her again. Celebrity chef Julieta Campos has sacrificed everything to save her sea-to-table taqueria from closing. To her horror, she discovers that her new landlord is none other than the magnetic mariachi she hooked up with on Dia de los Muertos. Even worse, it was his father who stole her mother’s taco recipe decades ago. Julieta has no choice but to work with Ramón, the man who destroyed her life’s work—and the one man who tempts and inspires her. As San Diego’s outraged community protests against the Taco King takeover and the divide between their families grows, Ramón and Julieta struggle to balance the rising tensions. But Ramón knows that true love is priceless and despite all of his successes, this is the one battle he refuses to lose. This is a FREE event. Book purchase is not required to attend. We hope to see you here!

Watch the San Diego Padres take on the Philadelphia Phillies for a four-day, four game showdown! Game Schedule: Jake Cronenworth Bobblehead Giveaway: June 23, 2022 @6:40 p.m. The first 35,000 fans in attendance will receive one (1) Jake Cronenworth bobblehead to celebrate superstar second baseman thanks to Jack in the Box! Tacos & Tequila and Mexican Heritage Celebration: June 24, 2022 @6:40 p.m. Join us in Gallagher Square for pregame happy hour featuring $5 drink specials, delicious tacos and live music, available from the time gates open until first pitch (approximately 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT). Celebrate Mexican Heritage with a specialty themed Padres hat! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last Irish Heritage Celebration & Favorite Things Basket Fundraiser : June 25, 2022 @7:10 p.m. n community partnership with The Irish Outreach Center, we invite you to join the Padres for our Irish Heritage Celebration. Your Theme Game package includes a limited-edition themed Padres hat, donation to a local community group and a ticket to the Phillies vs. Padres game. Fans have the opportunity to bid on baskets comprised of Padres players' favorite things. Each basket includes items such as favorite snacks, movies, gift cards, autographed memorabilia and experiences. All proceeds will benefit the Padres Foundation. Girl Scout Day: June 26, 2022 @1:10 p.m. The Padres, in community partnership with Girl Scouts San Diego, invite all Girl Scouts and their families to Petco Park for a fun-filled afternoon. Your Theme Game package includes a limited-edition themed Padres jersey and a ticket to the Phillies vs. Padres game. Jersey sizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Running virtually from Dec. 12 – Dec. 19, tour 5 gorgeous San Diego homes that have been decorated for the holidays by professional designers. This year marks 35 years of Holiday Homes, and to celebrate, the clinic is offering a special vacation gift to one lucky registrant. Everyone who purchases a virtual ticket to the tour will be automatically entered; no other purchase or sign up is necessary. As is customary, 100% of the event’s proceeds will directly benefit the services accessible to all community members, giving help to those most in need. The tour will also include a silent auction, open throughout the week and filled with holiday baskets and beautiful one-of-a-kind items. Dates: Dec. 12-19, 2021 Times: 10 a.m.- Noon Location: Virtual Zoom link Cost: $25 For more information and ticket purchases please visit HERE! Please purchase tickets online. Email Betsy@vcc.org for help with purchasing tickets with a check or cash.

A KPBS analysis shows more than two-thirds of use-of-force incidents involving San Diego Police Department officers over a 15-year period occurred below Interstate 8.

Grab a friend and join in the fun! No skills are necessary—we’ll teach you everything. You decorate 6 themed sugar cookies with royal icing. Attendees will learn techniques like outlining, flooding, wet on wet, and line details. Each attendee will get 6 cookies and 4 colors of icing. You will be guided step by step to achieve the desired cookie design. Absolutely no experience is necessary! The only thing you need to bring is yourself and a great attitude! This class is best for anyone ages 8 and up. A ticket is required for each person attending. Date: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2022 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: The Village at NTC Cost: $35 For more information on this event and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

Mom's, come relax and restore! Local vendors, rejuvenating yoga, a creative art class, DIY nail station, juice bar, and amazing giveaways. Enjoy some time with family, friends, or yourself. Shop, eat, drink, & slow down. Kid friendly event. $5 per family or individual. There will be street parking and the option to park at the Holiday Inn Express next door for $5. Date | Sunday, May 8, 2022 from 12pm-5pm Location | FEMX Quarters Purchase tickets here! $5/Family 2:00-3:00 p.m. : Creative art class led by Aya Art Co. This will be an add on of $30 per person. See the picture below for the final product, a beautiful mug. To sign up please email aya@ayaart.co 4:00-5:00 p.m.: Free yoga flow led by Crystal Richter. To sign up please email theresa@homegirl.space Limited availability. For further information on this event please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-market-tickets-303081804837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch