ONGOING EVENTS
‘Constructed Mythologies: Luis González Palma’
Through Jan. 26
“Constructed Mythologies: Luis González Palma” celebrates this prolific and influential Latin American artist, who is well known for an expansive practice investigating the cultural identity of his native Guatemala, sociopolitical constructs, and spirituality to convey complex emotions that define the human condition. His approach is layered with religious iconography, poetry, magical realism, and physical interventions, as well as bold colors and shapes referencing art historical movements. Art Exhibition in the SDSU Downtown Gallery, 725 West Broadway. Thursday through Monday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Tuesday and Wednesday).
Free admission.
FEATURED EVENTS
Friday, Jan. 10
‘God of Carnage’
Through Feb. 9
“God of Carnage” relates an evening in the lives of two couples, residents of a Brooklyn neighborhood, who meet to discuss a playground incident. Alan and Annette’s son hit Michael and Veronica’s son in the face with a stick, resulting in two broken teeth. The four of them agree to discuss the incident civilly, but, as the night wears on and drinks are imbibed, the polite veneer breaks down. The couples initially spar against each other, but the men gang up. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the Lamplighters Community Theatre, 5915 Severin Drive, La Mesa. Tickets are: adults $23; seniors, students, active military $20; groups of 10 or more $18. Visit lamplighterslamesa.com.
Tool
And on Jan. 12
Prog-rock icons Tool bring their mind-bending music and light show to San Diego for two nights – Jan. 10 and 12. 7:30 p.m. at Viejas Arena, 5500 Campanile Drive. Tickets start at $79.50, available at bit.ly/356gVHt.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Brew Community Market
The Brew Community Market brings the community together by creating this diverse venue of local artisans, craft home goods, hand-made jewelry, bath soaps, scented candles, and more. The Brew Community Market is located in the parking lot to the side of the Brew Coffee Spot building, 6101 Lake Murray Blvd. in La Mesa, and hosts up to 25 different vendors. This is a monthly event. Come shop 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from many local businesses in the community. For more information, visit brewcoffeespot.com.
Sunday, Jan. 12
Gregory Page Hovelian concert
International performing songwriter and recording artist Gregory Page Hovelian returns to the stage at Mission Trails Church on Jan. 12 with new songs and old favorites to share. Gregory’s genre-bending original music has taken him to major music festivals all over the world, including the Woodford Music Festival in Queensland, Australia and London’s 02 Arena. He records for the V2 record label in the Netherlands. Recently, Gregory toured North America with Jason Mraz and later in January, he will travel to New Orleans as an official showcase artist at the Folk Alliance International New Orleans. The free Jan. 12 concert will be held at Mission Trails Church, 4880 Zion Ave., from 3 to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 14
Cafecito Networking
The San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce presents an opportunity to meet new “Referral Partners” who can help you grow your business. There are no fees or attendance requirements. But the chamber asks participants to support the local venue selected. The main focus is to bridge the gap from various groups and networks in the South and East (San Diego) County with other professionals who are interested in increasing their referability. 8-9:30 a.m. at Brew Coffee Spot, 6101 Lake Murray Blvd. register at bit.ly/2YSCusY.
Sunday, Jan. 19
‘When Mom Chooses to Die’
Hemlock Society of San Diego presents first-hand accounts of experiences with California’s medical aid-in-dying law. Witnesses, including two daughters and a friend (Faye Girsh), will recount their experiences with planned deaths via California’s End-of-Life Option Act. A representative from End-of-Life Choices California will tell participants about their organization and a group discussion will follow the presentation. The event will be held at Vision, 4780 Mission Gorge Place, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Free program and free parking. Visit hemlocksocietysandiego.org.
Saturday, Jan. 25
Homebrew Kombucha Hands On Workshop
The Fermenters Club will host a class that will cover how to make kombucha safely at home, including secondary flavoring. Participants will get a flight of seasonal kombucha flavors to taste. The experience also includes instruction on how to make kombucha at home; a live kombucha culture (SCOBY) to take home; and a take-home 16-ounce bottle of kombucha that you will flavor in class with seasonal fruits and herbs. $50 for one person, $95 for two available at bit.ly/2FfZBoc. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Home Brewer, 2911 El Cajon Blvd.
Thursday, Jan. 30
Adventures By The Book
Adventures By The Book will host a “Southern Lunch Adventure” with New York Times bestselling Southern authors Kristin Harmel, Mary Alice Monroe and Kristy Woodson Harvey on a panel moderated by NYT bestselling author Kristina McMorris. Harmel is a No. 1 international bestselling novelist. Her latest novel is “The Winemaker’s Wife.” Monroe is a NYT bestselling author of environmental fiction; her current book is “The Summer Guests.” Woodson Harvey is a NYT bestselling author; her current book is “The Southern Side of Paradise.” McMorris is a NYT bestselling author; her current book is “Sold on a Monday.” Noon at Claim Jumper in La Mesa, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive. The event is ticketed ($38 per person) and is open to the public. Visit adventuresbythebook.com.
BIG Salsa Festival
Through Feb. 3
BIG Salsa Festival San Diego is a four-day Latin event featuring some of the greatest names in performing arts and music! Each day is packed with dance classes, amazing performances, live band concerts, and Latin dance parties into the early morning hours. Once you experience BIG Salsa Festival, it will surely become one of the premier events your look forward to every year. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to dance, this is the perfect beginning. If you are looking to improve and advance your techniques, BIG San Diego offers classes for beginners, challenges for the advanced, and everything in between. Come learn from the best the world and our local community has to offer. At the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley, 8757 Rio San Diego Drive. Ticket prices and times vary. Visit bigsalsafestival.com.
Friday, Jan. 31
Inside the Actor’s Process: Love Scenes
Through Feb. 1
Grossmont College Stagehouse Theater presents: In a world that feels saturated with negativity, a showcase of the best parts of life is long overdue, even if sometimes the characters in these love stories betray mixed motives, less-than-stellar ideals, and imperfect behavior. This behind-the-scenes look at how the theatrical artist engages with love stories includes vignettes featuring contemporary lovers, classic lovers, and everything in-between. What makes love scenes so magnetic? The times may change, but more than anything else, our need to find someone to connect with never does. 7:30-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; an additional 2-4 p.m. performance on Saturday at the Stagehouse Theatre, 8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon. $10 tickets available bit.ly/2u995iH.
Saturday, Feb. 1
Brew Community Market
The Brew Community Market brings the community together by creating this diverse venue of local artisans, craft home goods, hand-made jewelry, bath soaps, scented candles, and more. The Brew Community Market is located in the parking lot to the side of the Brew Coffee Spot building, 6101 Lake Murray Blvd. in La Mesa, and hosts up to 25 different vendors. This is a monthly event. Come shop 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from many local businesses in the community. For more information, visit brewcoffeespot.com.
