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Join Us for the Return of the Guelaguetza in San Diego! Celebrate 25 years of culture, tradition, and community as the Guelaguetza returns to San Diego! Hosted by the Coalition of Indigenous Communities of Oaxaca, this vibrant festival is back after a pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ready to share the rich traditions of Oaxaca with all. Experience a day filled with the flavors, dances, and textile artistry that make Oaxacan culture unique. This is a family-friendly event that welcomes everyone—from longtime fans of the Guelaguetza to those discovering it for the first time. Enjoy the warmth of community, the energy of traditional dances, and the delicious tastes of Oaxacan cuisine, all while supporting the next generation of artists and cultural ambassadors. Join us and be part of this celebration of cultural diversity, where the spirit of Oaxaca comes alive in San Diego! Visit: https://cocioguelaguetza.com/ GuelaguetzaSD on Instagram and Facebook

Come and meet the artists and curator of the "Exploring the American West" exhibit, all members of the Darkroomers Photographic Club. Light refreshments will be provided. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/exploring-american-west-exhibit-opening-reception-30779 Coronado Public Library on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego Potters' Guild members show their favorite recently fired new pots. With nearly forty juried members exhibiting there'll be many exceptional, unusual, innovative pieces on view. Members work in a variety of styles, use different clays and shapes. They have a wealth of artistic choices to accomplish clay work of high craftsmanship and beauty. About: The guild is a juried membership of more than 40 potters from San Diego, California. We are located in Balboa Park's historic Spanish Village, at Studio 29, where members make and sell their creations directly to the public. The gallery features a large and varied display of work from all our members and is refreshed periodically. The studio offers also a working space for our members. Every day, one of the guild members can be found working at the wheel, handbuilding, or preparing for a firing. We invite you to come visit us and discover one of the best spots for ceramic work in San Diego! San Diego Potters' Guild on Facebook / Instagram

As Ukraine's line of defense grows thin, this unit is using a modernized Soviet-era vehicle to stop Russian forces from crossing the river and taking Kherson.

Indie bookstores miss out on millions of e-book sales to big companies like Amazon. Bookshop.org's new platform could help them turn a new page.

A new casino could be built less than 20 miles west of Washington D.C. More than 100 former spies and intelligence officers oppose its construction due to concerns it could jeopardize state secrets.

Death at the Sign of the Rook is an expansive novel that pokes fun of baroque, classic murder mysteries — but also delivers a fully satisfying, all-the-pieces-click-together ending.

New works being produced at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art will expand the mural’s reach along the LA River.

Yes, it's time to talk about toilets. Billions of people do not have access to a safe and effective latrine. Let's plumb the depths, so to speak.

Third Sunday Craft is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. More than craft classes, Third Sunday Craft will help you construct and sustain a writing practice. New focus topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. Sharing your work within a safe, supportive community will help you discover and strengthen your voice. Finally, with the goal of fostering supportive accountability, each session will conclude with a writer’s intentions for the month. Come check out Third Sunday Craft! Please note that signing up for two months at a time will allow you to take advantage of the following discount: $62 for two months for members, $74 for two months for nonmembers April: The Art of Dialog: We will examine how, when, and why writers use dialog, as well as look at techniques to make our dialog more compelling. Concepts will include direct vs. indirect dialog, gestures, pauses, silence, and when to use (or not to use) colloquial speech! For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram