COMMUNITY/CIVIC Wednesday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m., regular meeting of the Point Loma Garden Club with featured speaker Rene Van Rems, a Dutch-born designer, entertainer and educator who will speak on the latest trends in floral design. There is a $10 charge for the program, which takes place at the Portuguese S.E.S. Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal. For more information, visit www.plgc.org. Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to noon, Friends of Famosa Slough seek volunteers for a work party at the slough to plant and take care of California native plants, remove invasive species and pick up litter. Participants are asked to wear work clothes and bring gardening/weeding tools, if possible. Refreshments, some tools and gloves will be provided. Participants are asked to gather at the southeast corner of West Point Loma Boulevard and Famosa Boulevard. For more information, call (619) 224-4591, or visit www.famosaslough.org. Saturday, Nov. 14, 7 to 11 p.m., The Fort Guijarros Museum Foundation hosts its second annual 1940s-Style Swing Dance fundraiser at Old Fort Rosecrans, the historic 1919 U.S., Army YMCA building No. 138 at Naval Base Point Loma. The costume or semi-formal event features the 14-piece Big Band Entertainers. Dance lessons will be offered during band breaks. Popcorn and soft drinks available, along with no-host beer and wine. The cost is $25 per person, $15 per person for active-duty personnel. Reservations must be made by Monday, Nov. 9. For more information, visit www.fortguijarros.com. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m., the Hervey/Point Loma Branch library hosts a free slide show, “Canal Cruising in the South of France.” The event includes the slide show, a book signing and a seminar on the how, when and why of travel, charters and boat ownership in the south of France. The event takes place at the library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 531-1539. Through Friday, Nov. 27, applications accepted for the Dec. 5 30th annual Ocean Beach Christmas Tree Festival Parade. Applications will be reviewed and a letter of acceptance with rules and regulations will follow. To obtain an application or for more information, call (619) 515-4400, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.obtowncouncil.org/calendar.html. SCHOOLS CORREIA • Tuesday, Nov. 10, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., PIQE class; 6:30 to 8 p.m., GEAR UP. • Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day — no classes. • Monday, Nov. 16, 6 to 8 p.m., communitywide meeting on Prop. S at Point Loma High School. • Tuesday, Nov. 17, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., PIQE class; 6:30 to 8 p.m., GEAR UP. • Wednesday, Nov. 18, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., GATE meeting; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Correia Association meeting. DANA • Today, Nov. 5, ASB election speeches at grade-level assemblies in Jackson Theater. • Monday, Nov. 9, ASB cookie dough and magazine fundraiser orders and money due. • Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day — no classes. • Friday, Nov. 13, Dana Advanced Band to play at Point Loma High School football game. • Mondays, elementary band and orchestra afterschool programs for Point Loma elementary schools. Orchestra classes meet at 4 pm. with band classes at 5 p.m. in the Dana music room. For more information, e-mail [email protected]. EXPLORER • Today, Nov. 5, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Scholastic Book Fair. Families, teachers and the community are invited to peruse specially priced books and educational products with storytelling by local authors. The event includes refreshments and activities for children. The event takes place at Explorer Elementary’s Carey Family Center. For more information, e-mail [email protected]. LOMA PORTAL • Friday, Nov. 6, 2nd-graders to the San Diego Zoo. • Monday, Nov. 9, 5:30 p.m., GATE meeting for parents of 3rd- and 4th-grade students in auditorium. • Friday, Nov. 12, National Take a Veteran to School Day, featuring a morning assembly with color guard by local Cub Scout Pack 588 and classroom interviews with U.S. veterans from the community. • Nov. 16-20, parent/teacher conferences, minimum school days. • Tuesday, Nov. 17, 5:30 p.m., PTA meeting. OB ELEMENTARY • Friday, Nov. 6, picture make-up day. • Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m., PTA meeting. • Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day — no classes. • Thursday, Nov. 12, 12:40 p.m., afterschool Art Club meets. SILVER GATE • Friday, Nov. 6, 7:45 a.m., principal’s chat for parents of students in kindergarten and 1st grade in library. • Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day — no classes. ST. CHARLES BORROMEO • Today, Nov. 5, PTG meeting. • Monday, Nov. 9, Past Fundraiser begins. SUNSET VIEW • Thursday, Nov. 12, sixth annual Family Fun Day and Golf Tournament at Sail Ho Golf Course. The event also includes a face painter, contests and a “jumpy.” Dinner is set for 4 p.m.; tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children. Space is limited and reservations must be received by Sunday, Nov. 8. For more information or registration, call (619) 255-7686, or e-mail [email protected]. WARREN-WALKER • Today, Nov. 5, 7 p.m., John Rosemond lectures on “Teen-proofing,” a program at Cathedral Catholic High School; parents are encouraged to attend. • Friday, Nov. 6, faculty grading and meeting day, no classes. • Sunday, Nov. 8, community service — Walk for Diabetes at University of California, San Diego. • Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day — classes are in session. • Nov. 11-12, WWPA book exchange; book selection Nov. 13. • Friday, Nov. 13, 1:30 p.m, “Ghost in the Library,” a 3rd-grade play in the library. The public is welcome. Report cards mailed. • Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 to 10 a.m., middle school open house. • Monday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m., Masterpiece Mornings, a free community program for ages 2-3 and parents/caregivers. • Wednesday, Nov. 18, 4 to 5:30 p.m., lower school open house. • Thursday, Nov. 19, 3rd grade overnight encampment to Indian Hills Camp. WORDWIDE LANGUAGE TUTORING • Monday, Nov. 9, 8:15 a.m., TESOL certificate 4-week intensive course begins. The course takes place at (619) 222-6411, or e-mail [email protected]. SENIORS Thursday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m. to noon, Sharp Healthcare’s Senior Resource Center hosts a free lecture, “2010 Medicare Updates and Drug Coverage,” a presentation looking at changes in coverage, effective January 2010. The program is presented by Jean Soderberg, a community education specialist with the Health Insurance Counseling &?Advocacy Program. The lecture takes place at St. Peter’s by the Sea Lutheran Church, 1371 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. Registration is required by calling (800) 827-4277. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 6-14, Sunday, Nov. 15, Westminster Presbyterian Theatre presents “King Lear,” starring and directed by Tom Haine. The performances take place at the church, 3598 Talbot St. Show dates/times are: Friday, Nov. 6, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $5 for students, seniors and military. For more information, call (619) 224-6263.