Calendar – May 2013

FRIDAY – MAY 3

Bike to Work Month: Thousands of riders will participate to save money. Visit one of 90 “pit stops” around county for free T-shirt & snacks. Register miles ridden for month and win prizes. For more info visit 511sd.com/icommute.

Mad House Comedy: Come see Steve Trevino from Showtime & Comedy Central. Enjoy comedy, a full dinner menu and free parking. 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. Mad House Comedy Club, 502 Horton Plaza, Downtown. Tickets $20. Fore more info: madhousecomedyclub.com.

SATURDAY – MAY 4

Little Italy Mercato: Every Saturday, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., over 100 booths, Date & India streets – FREE.

Golden Hill Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday, 9:30 – 1:30 p.m., B Street between 27th and 28th streets. FREE.

Second Annual Chocolate Festival: Includes two-day (Sat & Sun) tasting and educational showcase, with scavenger hunts, crafts, games wine & chocolate pairings, more. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Festival included with price of museum admission. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr., Embarcadero. For more info: sdmaritime.org

Live Music – Emily Marie: Sultry jazz in the style of Marilyn Monroe. 7 – 9 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

Eve Selis: Live music with the winner of seven SDMAs. Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit croces.com or call 619-233-4355.

SUNDAY – MAY 5

Third Ave. Farmers’ Market: Every Sunday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 400 block of Third Avenue between Island Avenue and J Street – FREE

San Diego Public Market: Every Wednesday & Sunday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 1735 National Avenue (near Petco Park). Sdweeklymarkets.com – FREE

Coronado Ferry Landing Concert Series: Nadro John, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

Cinco de Mayo: Celebrate Mexico’s Fourth of July Downtown all day. The Commons Bar, 901 Fourth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter. Visit thecommonssd.com.

IPA Fest: Taste and vote for your very favorite IPAs, all brewed in San Diego County. Sponsored by West Coaster and includes Green Flash, Ballast Point, Stone, Hillcrest Brewing, more. $20 passport gets tastings, vote, food, swag. LOUNGESix, 616 J St., Fourth Floor, Downtown. For tickets, visit: loungesixipafest.brownpapertickets.com.

MONDAY – MAY 6

Senior Monday at the Fleet: Noon lecture, “It’s All About Orbits,” plus IMAX film “Hubble,” Science Center exhibits included. 2 p.m., $7 for seniors 65+. Reuben H. Fleet Space Center, 1875 El Prado in Balboa Park. For more info visit rhfkeet.org or call 619-238-1233

City Council meeting: 2 p.m. Mondays, 202 C St., 12th floor – FREE

Dave Scott and Monsoon Jazz: Salsa, be-bop, soul, funk, swing, Latin and originals. Every Monday, 7:30 p.m. Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit croces.com or call 619-233-4355.

TUESDAY – MAY 7

Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park: Participating museums change each Tuesday. Free for San Diego City & County residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. For more info visit balboapark.org/visit/Tuesdays.

Coronado Certified Farmers’ Market: Every Tuesday, 2:30 – 6 p.m., First and B streets at Ferry Landing – FREE

WEDNESDAY – MAY 8

SDG&E Energy Showcase: Eighth annual event with 75 exhibitors from around world previewing cutting-edge, energy-saving technologies and services. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open to public at no cost. Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. 1380 Harbor Dr., Downtown. For more info visit sdge.com/business/energy-showcase.

Painting and Vino: Every Tuesday, local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. All supplies included, registration is required. 21+. 6 – 9 p.m. The Back Room at 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite #110. For more info visit paintingandvino.com.

THURSDAY – MAY 9

Bo Bice in concert: American Idol finalist with a three-course dinner and music package. Dinner 5-6:30 p.m., with performance at 6:30 p.m. $50 or $55. Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. For tickets visit crocesstore.com or call 619-233-4355.

Trivia: Every Thursday, everyone can play and it’s free. Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m., the Back Room at 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite #110. More info 98bottlessd.com/events.

FRIDAY – MAY 10

Kettner Nights: Second Fridays in Little Italy North (Kettner between India and Laurel streets) in the art and design district. 6-8 p.m. – FREE

Sights & Sips Cocktail Cruise: Individuals and groups are invited to experience most scenic happy hour in San Diego. Boarding 5:30, cruise 6 – 8 p.m. Three-day advance reservation required. Hornblower, 970 N. Harbor Dr., Embarcadero.

SATURDAY – MAY 11

Live Music – Bela Vida Brasileira: Brazilian fusion duo. 7 – 9 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

SUNDAY – MAY 12

Champagne Jazz Brunch: with Irving Flores. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Croce’s, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit croces.com or call 619-233-4355.

Coronado Ferry Landing Concert Series: Dixi Jazz Kats, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

Heal Your Life: A transformational workshop based on the teachings of Louise L. Hay, presented by spiritual coach and laughter yoga instructor Lupita Villalvazo. 4 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

MONDAY – MAY 13

City Council meeting: 2 p.m. Mondays, 202 C St., 12th floor – FREE.

TUESDAY – MAY 14

Coronado Certified Farmers’ Market: Every Tuesday, 2:30 – 6 p.m., First and B streets at Ferry Landing – FREE.

WEDNESDAY – MAY 15

San Diego Public Market: Every Wednesday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 1735 National Avenue (near Petco Park). Sdweeklymarkets.com – FREE

Open Mic Poetry: Alchemy poetry series organized by author, editor and poet, Seretta Martin. Special guest award-winning author Brynn Saito. Read your poetry to the group or just listen. 7 – 8:45 p.m. Limited seating. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

THURSDAY – MAY 16

Live Music – Gilbert Castellanos & The New Latin Jazz Quintet: Classically trained Latin jazz trumpeter, combines contemporary & classical. 7:30 p.m. Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit croces.com or call 619-233-4355.

Trivia: Every Thursday, everyone can play and it’s free. Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m., the Back Room at 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite #110. More info 98bottlessd.com/events.

FRIDAY – MAY 17

Bike to Work Day: Thousands of riders will participate to save money. Visit one of 90 “pit stops” around county for free T-shirt & snacks. Register miles ridden for month and win prizes. For more info visit 511sd.com/icommute.

Contradance: American folk dancing that’s family friendly, social and interactive. Free 30 min dance workshop prior to 8 p.m. performance, with calling by Frannie Marr, live music by Tectonic Shakedown. Wear soft shoes & comfortable clothes. Trinity Methodist Church, 3030 Thorn St. More info at sandiegocontra.org.

Tribute to Jim Croce: The Benedetti Trio’s tribute to Jim Croce (7:30 p.m.) and James Taylor (9:30 p.m.), The Back Room at 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite #110. More info 98bottlessd.com

SATURDAY – MAY 18

Live Music – Stacey & The Stimulators: Soul rocking jazz and blues. 7 – 9 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or visit upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

Coffee with your Council President: Discuss what is important to you with Council President and District Three Councilmember Todd Gloria. 10-11:30 a.m., The Gathering Bar and Grill, 902 W. Washington St., Mission Hills.

SUNDAY – MAY 19

Coronado Ferry Landing Concert Series: Teagan Taylor Trio, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

Female motorcycle riders unite: Come celebrate Harley Davidson women rider’s month. 12:30 p.m. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd, #103. More info visit: womensmuseumca.org.

MONDAY – MAY 20

City Council meeting: 2 p.m. Mondays, 202 C St., 12th floor – FREE

Upstart Crow Book Club: Meets third Monday of each month at 7 p.m., members get 25 percent off selections. This month’s book is The Paris Wife, by Paula McLaine. To join, speak to a clerk or email [email protected]. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or visit upstartcrowtrading.com.

TUESDAY – MAY 21

WEDNESDAY – MAY 22

Buzz Aldrin book signing: Apollo 11 astronaut will be signing his new book “Mission to Mars: My Vision for Space Exploration” and his children’s book “Look to the Stars.” Only books purchased from museum online will be signed. Event $29, includes museum admission, signing, exhibits, 3D theater, simulator rides. Book prices vary. San Diego Air & Space Museum, 2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park. For more info, visit: sandiegoairandspace.org.

Sue Palmer: Live music with the Queen of Boogie Woogie. 7:30 p.m. Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, 802 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit croces.com or call 619-233-4355.

THURSDAY – MAY 23

FRIDAY – MAY 24

Mad House Comedy: Come see “The Love Master” Craig Shoemaker. Comedy, a full dinner menu and free parking. 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. Mad House Comedy Club, 502 Horton Plaza, Downtown. Tickets $20. Fore more info: madhousecomedyclub.com.

SATURDAY – MAY 25

Live Music – Unidentified Fusion Orangement: standards and jazz. 7 – 9 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse (Seaport Village) 835C West Harbor Dr. Call 619-232-4855 or upstartcrowtrading.com – FREE

Coronado Ferry Landing Summer Concert Series: Coronado Big Band, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

SUNDAY – MAY 26

Third Ave. Farmers’ Market: Every Sunday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 400 block of Third Avenue between Island Avenue and J Street – FREE

San Diego Public Market: Every Wednesday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 1735 National Avenue (near Petco Park). Sdweeklymarkets.com – FREE

Coronado Ferry Landing Summer Concert Series: Blue Frog Band, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

MONDAY – MAY 27

City Council meeting: 2 p.m. Mondays, 202 C St., 12th floor – FREE

Coronado Ferry Landing Summer Concert Series: Swamp Critters, 2 – 5 p.m., 1201 First Street at B Avenue. – FREE

TUESDAY – MAY 28

Coronado Certified Farmers’ Market: Every Tuesday, 2:30 – 6 p.m., First and B streets at Ferry Landing – FREE

WEDNESDAY – MAY 29

San Diego Public Market: Every Wednesday & Sunday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 1735 National Avenue (near Petco Park). Sdweeklymarkets.com – FREE

Senior Health & Fitness Day: Presented by St. Paul’s Senior Home & Services in conjunction with a national day of senior fitness and awareness, this event offers free health screenings, various seminars, caregiver resources, nutritional information, and fitness classes. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. St. Paul’s Villa, 2340 Fourth Ave., Bankers Hill. For more information, call 619-239-6900 or visit stpaulseniors.org.

THURSDAY – MAY 30

—Please send items for inclusion to Editor Morgan M. Hurley at [email protected].