FEATURED EVENTS

MustBePaid Theatre presents ‘Repulsing the Monkey’
Tuesday, Sept. 1 – Thursday, Sept. 3

A play about Pittsburgh, South Slope and 20-somethings from out of town who want to change it all. “Repulsing the Monkey” by Michael Eichler revolves around Danny and Janey who’ve inherited Jablonski’s Bar and have to decide whether to keep the business open or sell it. This interesting production about a neighborhood bar will take place in our own neighborhood bar, Kensington Club (4079 Adams Ave.) The remaining performances start at 7:30 p.m. (Arrive early to get a drink!) Tickets are $20 each or $90 for a booth with six seats. Visit MustBePaid.com for more information.

‘An Evening with Alec Mapa’
Wednesday, Sept. 2 and Thursday, Sept. 3.

Actor-comedian Alec Mapa has made a name for himself across several mediums including live performances and television. His newest project “Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy” premiered on Showtime in June and his past credits include “Ugly Betty,” “Desperate Housewives” and more. Mapa has performed his stand-up in several comedy specials and aboard Rosie O’Donnell’s R Family Cruise ships. Now he brings his hilarity to the Martinis Above Fourth stage (3940 Fourth Ave., Hillcrest). Doors for the shows open at 6 p.m., performance at 8 p.m. $30 – $40 reserved seating with $15 food/drink minimum. Visit martinisabovefourth.com for more information.

‘Amazons and Their Men’ previews
Thursday, Sept. 3 – Friday, Sept. 11 (Thursdays – Sundays)

The first production of Diversionary Theatre’s (4545 Park Blvd. #101, University Heights) new season kicks off with preview performances of “Amazons and Their Men” (runs through Oct. 4). The West Coast premiere will also be the directing debut of Diversionary’s new Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow. The play explores the true story of filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl whose career was marked by her affiliation with the Nazi party. The production takes a fictional turn following Riefenstahl’s film adaption of “Penthesilea” starring two men whose chemistry ignites on and off camera. Opening night is Sept. 12. Visit Diversionary.org for tickets.

‘Casablanca’
Thursday, Sept. 3 – Sunday, Sept. 6

Cinema Under the Stars is an outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills (4040 Goldfinch St.) that showcases various movies several nights a week. This four-night run features the iconic film, “Casablanca,” starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. Tickets are $15 at the box office, $17 with online reservation. Popcorn, candy and beverages will be on sale for $2 each. Film screenings start at 8 p.m. with a classic cartoon shown first. For more info, visit topspresents.com or call 619-295-4221.

Live music – Steve ‘n’ Seagulls
Tuesday, Sept. 8

This unique band hailing from Finland will be performing their folk-bluegrass cover songs at Soda Bar (3615 El Cajon Blvd., Normal Heights). The band takes classic metal songs and “hillbillifies” them. Find their version of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck” on YouTube for a taste of the arrangement featuring banjo, ukulele, upright bass and accordion. They’ll be joined by Nashville’s country-pop band Great Peacock for this one. Tickets are $10. Visit Sodabarmusic.com for more information.

San Diego Quilt Show
Wednesday, Sept. 9 – Sunday, Sept. 12

The 34th annual show will be at the San Diego Convention Center in Hall A. There will be a preview night and wine reception featuring Lisa Bongean on Wednesday with tickets $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Admission to the other three days is $10 for unlimited access. Visit sandiegoquiltshow.com for more information.

Taste of Old Town
Thursday, Sept. 10

The Taste of Old Town gives attendees the chance to sample food and beverages from local restaurants while meandering through Old Town San Diego. Various locations will also host live music and entertainment to keep with the festive vibe. A trolley will provide free shuttle service with several stops throughout Old Town. Taste of Old Town will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Participating restaurants include Barra Barra Saloon, Old Town Mexican Café, Old Town Tequila Factory, Rockin’ Baja Lobster and more. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 the day of the event, and $25 for food only (designated drivers). Visit TasteofOldTown.com for more information and visit bit.ly/1WdAvs7 for a chance to win tickets from San Diego Uptown News.

RECURRING EVENTS

Daily:

Don’t Try This at Home!: Six varying times per day until Sept. 27, a live science show is presented with demonstrations that are too messy, loud or shocking to try at home. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park, free with admission.Rhfleet.org.

Mondays: 

Singing Storytime: 1:30 p.m., learn what’s going on inside your baby’s mind, strengthen your bond and sing songs together at Mission Hills Library, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, free. Library92103.org.

Open Mic Night: 7:30 p.m., the mic is open to you at Lestat’s Coffee House, 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, free. Lestats.com.

Karaoke: 8 p.m., your chance to shine on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest. Themerrow.com.  

Tuesdays:

Curbside Bites: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., gathering of gourmet food trucks at 3030 Grape St., South Park. Curbsidebites.com.

Tasty Truck Tuesdays: 6 – 9 p.m., Smitty’s Service Station hosts several food trucks under their well-lit shade structure, 3442 Adams Ave., Normal Heights. Sdfoodtrucks.com.

Uptown Democratic Club: 6:30 p.m., Joyce Beers Community Center hosts these meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month. New members wanted. 1220 Vermont Ave., Hillcrest. Uptowndemocrats.org.

Open Mic Charlie’s: 7 – 9:30 p.m. (except the third Tuesday), open mic night at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free. Rebeccascoffeehouse.com.

North Park Brewer’s Club: 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the club every second Tuesday of the month on the back patio at Thorn Street Brewery, 3176 Thorn St., North Park. Thornstreetbrew.com.

Wednesdays: 

Wednesday Night Experience: 7 – 8 p.m., uplifting and spiritually inspiring experiences for all, weekly at Universal Spirit Center, 3858 Front St., Hillcrest, love offering requested. Universalspiritcenter.org.

Storytelling: 7 – 8:45 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month featuring members of Storytellers of San Diego at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, Suggested $5 donation. Ages 12 and up. Storytellersofsandiego.org.

Wednesday Jazz Jam Session: 7:30 p.m., Gilbert Castellanos hosts the Jazz Jam Session with special guest musicians at Seven Grand, 3054 University Ave., North Park, free. Sevengrandbars.com.

Thursdays: 

Uptown Sunrise Rotary Club meetings: 7 a.m., weekly meeting at Panera Bread, 1270 Cleveland Ave., Hillcrest. Sdurotary.org.

Gentle yoga for seniors: 2:30 – 4 p.m., presented by The Center and Silver Age Yoga Community Outreach (SAYCO) at The San Diego LGBT Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, free. Thecentersd.org.

North Park Farmers Market: 3 – 7 p.m., in the parking lot behind CVS at 32nd Street and University Avenue, North Park, free. Northparkfarmersmarket.com.

Kornflower’s Open Mic: Signups at 7 p.m., open mic (no poetry or comedy) 7 – 10 p.m. Family-friendly event at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free. Rebeccascoffeehouse.com.

Liberty Toastmasters Club: 7 p.m., at Saint Paul’s Community Care Center, 328 Maple St., Bankers Hill. Libertytoastmasters.org.

Kirtan Musical Meditation: 8:15 p.m., chant and sing contemporary mantras celebrating love and life at Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga, 3287 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, donation requested. Pilgrimageyoga.com.

Cinema Under the Stars: 8:30 p.m., classic movie screenings at 4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills. Additional showings Friday – Sunday. Tickets start at $15. Topspresents.com.

Fridays:

Memory Café: 10 – 11 a.m., second and fourth Fridays. Gathering place for those with memory loss, caretakers and those worried about memory problems in the Common Room at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, 4190 Front St., Hillcrest. At-will donation. Memoryguides.org and Firstuusandiego.org.

Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m., at Mission Hills Library, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, free. Library92103.org.

Square Dancing Classes: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., every Friday, class is open to new dancers on Sept. 11 and 18. No previous dance experience needed. Recital Hall, 2130 Pan American Plaza. $50 for thirteen classes. 858-277-7499 or circulators.sdsda.org.

Saturdays 

Old Town Saturday Market: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Harney Street and San Diego Avenue, Old Town, free. Also held on Sundays. Oldtownsaturdaymarket.com.

Golden Hill Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., on B Street between 27th and 28th streets, Golden Hill, free. Sdmarketmanager.com.

Children’s Craft Time: 10:30 a.m., at Mission Hills Library, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, free. Library92103.org.

Comedy Heights: 8 – 10 p.m., local comedians take the stage next to Twiggs Coffeehouse at 4590 Park Blvd., University Heights, free. Comedyheights.com.

Sundays

Free Pancake Breakfast: 8:30 – 9:45 a.m., every second Sunday this neighborhood breakfast precedes worship service and Sunday school at Normal Heights United Methodist Church, 4650 Mansfield St., Normal Heights. Email [email protected].

Hillcrest Farmers Market: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., under the Hillcrest Pride Flag, Harvey Milk and Normal streets, free. Hillcrestfarmersmarket.com.

Karaoke: 8 p.m., your chance to shine on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest. Themerrow.com.  

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