ONGOING EVENTS

‘California Tapestry’
Through Aug. 3
On view at the Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Visitor and Interpretive Center from June 22 through Aug. 3, is an exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist and illustrator Lesley Goren, whose lively and colorful images of plants and flowers are a self-described “love note” to the native vegetation of Southern California. To commemorate her exhibition at the MTRP Visitor Center, Goren has created two new custom greeting card designs for Mission Trails Regional Park to be sold in the Visitor Center’s gift shop beginning in June. The designs highlight the leaves and flowers of Mission Trails. The opening reception for Goren’s solo exhibition and first showing in San Diego County will take place at the MTRP Visitor Center, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, on June 23 from 2-4 p.m. Artwork featured in the exhibition will be available for sale, and a portion of the funds will support the park through the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation.

‘The Sunshine Boys’
Through Aug. 4

The story of this play written by Neil Simon follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to reunite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the old men have not spoken in 12 years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. at Lamplighters Community Theatre, 5915 Severin Drive, La Mesa. Tickets are $23 general admission; $20 seniors, students and active military; group rate of 10 or more for $18 each. Visit lamplighterslamesa.com.

FEATURED EVENTS

Saturday, July 13

Kid-friendly worm bins for composting

Come make a kid-friendly worm bin. Learn how to care for the worms at home from instructor Deborah Austin, a representative from Food2Soil. 9-10:30 a.m. at the San Carlos Community Garden, 6460 Boulder Lake Ave. Cost is $10 per person for materials. For ages 4 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Visit sancarloscommunitygarden.com.

Sunday, July 14

Second Sunday Community Concerts: Danny Green and Tripp Sprague Duo

Second Sunday Community Concerts presents the music of Danny Green and Tripp Sprague. Danny plays piano and has recorded five CDs with this trio. Tripp is the brother of well-respected San Diego jazz guitarist, Peter Sprague. Tripp plays flute and saxophone.
Second Sunday free concerts are held at Mission Trails Church, 4880 Zion Ave., San Diego, from 3-4 p.m.

‘Newsies: The Broadway Musical’
San Diego’s most talented youth from are back to reprise this audience favorite with incredible dancing, spectacular performances and exciting acrobatics. These CYT students will blow you away with their powerful storytelling of Disney’s triumphant musical about the young newsies of New York fighting for their rights! 4 p.m. at Joan Kroc Theatre, 6611 University Ave. $9 tickets and information available at bit.ly/2ZQpT8C.

Monday, July 15

Aria Marathon
Get to know the Opera NEO Young Artists of 2018 one aria at a time! 6 p.m. at Palisades Presbyterian Church, 6301 Birchwood St., San Diego. Free event, no RSVP necessary, suggested donation is $25

Wednesday, July 17

Dive-In Movie Nights: ‘Hotel Transylvania 3’
Swimming, movie and pizza party for the whole family at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 6845 University Ave., San Diego. Doors at 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m. $5 for guests and free for members. $5 for Woodstock’s Pizza, proceeds go to Heroes! Visit bit.ly/2WMbnSu.

Thursday, July 18

Santee Summer Concerts: Three Chord Justice

Free concert by country rockers Three Chord Justice 6:30-8 p.m. at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive in Santee. More information at santeesummerconcerts.com.

Wednesday, July 24

Tennessee Stiffs
Navajo Live presents an evening of alt-country music with locals Rosa’s Cantina and Jessie Ray & The Haymakers and featuring Austin’s Tennessee Stiffs. 7:30 p.m. at Navajo Live, 8515 Navajo Road. Free show.

Thursday, July 25

‘The Little Mermaid’
Through Aug. 3
The Grossmont College Theater Arts Department presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film. A hauntingly beautiful love story for all ages, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee, except for opening night July 25. Additional Wednesday matinee on July 31. At The Summer Arts Conservatory, 8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon. Tickets are $15 general admission; $12 for seniors, military and faculty; $10 for students. For more details, call 619-644-7234.

Santee Summer Concerts: Bump City Brass
Free concert by funk and soul dance band Bump City Brass. 6:30–8 p.m. at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive in Santee. More information at santeesummerconcerts.com.

Thursday, Aug. 1

Santee Summer Concerts: Straight Six
Free concert by rock, rhythm and blues band Strait Six. 6:30-8 p.m. at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive in Santee. More information at santeesummerconcerts.com.

Friday, Aug. 2

AG First Fridays: Sandollar

Allied Gardens’ First Friday concert series presents the feel-good vibes of local rock/reggae band Sandollar. 6-8 p.m. in the Allied Gardens Community Park, 5155 Greenbriar Ave. Concerts are free and hot dogs are served courtesy Ideal Plumbing, Heating & Air. For more information, visit agfirstfridays.com.

Saturday, Aug. 3

The Importance of Children Being Outdoors
Come learn about the health and psychological importance of children experiencing outdoor activities for optimal growth from pediatrician Dr. Cynde Lane. 9-10:30 a.m. at the San Carlos Community Garden, 6460 Boulder Lake Ave. Cost is $10 per person for materials. Registration required. Visit sancarloscommunitygarden.com.

Thursday, Aug. 8

Santee Summer Concerts: Back to The Garden

Free concert featuring music from 1969 performed by Back to The Garden. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive, in Santee. More information at santeesummerconcerts.com.

RECURRING EVENTS

Mondays

Movies
Visit the College Avenue Center on Mondays at 1 p.m. for an afternoon movie! Free for members, $2 for nonmembers. 6299 Capri Drive. Visit jfssd.org.

Tuesdays

Food Truck Tuesday
Civita Park plays host to a weekly food truck event. 5:30-8:30 p.m. 7960 Civita Blvd., San Diego. Visit curbsidebites.com for a list of participating trucks.

Fridays

 La Mesa Farmers Market
La Mesa’s farmers market offers fresh local produce, florals, pastries, live music, and arts and crafts each Friday. 3-7 p.m. along La Mesa Boulevard. Free.
Visit lamesavillageassociation.org.

Saturdays

 Hike Cowles Mountain
Looking for an adventure? Come join Saturday morning hikes at Cowles Mountain. Group photos will be taken at the summit and water will be provided. Meet at the Cowles Mountain Staging Area (located on the corner of Golfcrest Drive and Navajo Road) at the trailhead south of the comfort station. 5:30 a.m. Free. Register at bit.ly/2VC7xtF.

 Shop Local Market
Last Saturday of the month at Grossmont Center, participating shops set up tables outside and offer markdowns and new product showcases. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa.

Sundays

Traveling Stories
Visit Grossmont Center each Sunday for an interactive story time for kids. Kids visit the StoryTent, pick out a book that interests them, and then read it out loud to a volunteer. The volunteer asks engaging questions that help the child build reading comprehension and critical thinking skills all while earning book bucks to trade for cool prizes. Free. 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa.