ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sunday, Dec. 6, 3 p.m., the Point Loma Nazarene University Choral Union and Orchestra performs Handel’s “The Messiah” at the university’s Brown Chapel, 3900 Lomaland Drive. The event is free and a goodwill offering follows the performance. For more information, visit www.pointloma.edu/Music/Events.htm. Dec. 4-6 and Dec. 10-13, the New Americans Museum hosts “Body Narratives: Expression Through the Human Form,” featuring artwork from mysterious wrapped figures to lyrical floating bodies and from figurative abstractions to a houdini-like escape performance. An artists’ reception is slated for Friday, Dec. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. Exhibition times are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is located at 2825 Dewey Road, Bldg. 202, Suite 102. For more information, visit www.ntcpromenade.org. Wednesday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., Vanguard Ministries of Westminster Presbyterian Theatre holds auditions for the comedy production of “You Can’t Take it With You.” Organizers are seeking nine men, seven women and three extras. Performances are March 12-14, March 19-21 and March 26-28. Auditions take place at the church, 3598 Talbot. For information, call (619) 459-3336. Through Jan. 17, Quilt Visions/Visions Art Quilt Gallery hosts a new exhibit, “Interpretations 2009.” An opening reception takes place Saturday, Nov. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. The admission to the gallery, located at 2825 Dewey Road, is free. Gallery hours are Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call (619) 546-4872, or visit www.quiltvisions.org. COMMUNITY/CIVIC Saturday, Dec. 5, the Ocean Beach Town Council’s Christmas Tree Festival Committee kicks off a slew of holiday events along Newport Avenue and Abbott Street. • 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Kids Fun Zone with skate and surf demonstrations, games and activities, music by the Blond Brothers; • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Santa visits with children at the Christmas site on Abbott; • 5:05 p.m., 30th annual OB Christmas Parade followed by more musical entertainment. For more information, call (619) 515-4400 or (619) 846-6269, or visit www.obtowncouncil.org. Saturday, Dec. 5, 4 p.m., current students, staff and alumni of Ocean Beach Elementary School gather to walk in the 30th annual Ocean Beach Christmas Parade to celebrate the school’s 100-year anniversary. Participants are asked to meet at the OB Elementary School campus, 4741 Santa Monica Ave. RSVP by e-mailing [email protected]. For more information, call (619) 606-2593, or visit www.obelementary.com. Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to noon, volunteers from The Rock Church, Point Loma Association (PLA) and Youth Tennis San Diego will gather to clean up the area between Nimitz Boulevard and Barnes Tennis Center on West Point Loma Boulevard. The event will focus on trash removal, weeding and trimming of overgrown bushes. Youth Tennis San Diego will provide a trash bin, tools, plastic bags and water; The Rock Church will provide volunteers, landscape support, leather gloves, a chipper and food; the PLA will provide tools, plastic bags and food for a picnic. For more information, call (619) 222-3055 or (619) 221-9000, ext. 314. Monday, Dec. 7, 6:45 p.m., regular monthly meeting of the Sunset Cliffs Natural Park Recreation Council at the Cabrillo Recreation Center, 3051 Cañon St. For more information, visit www.calsnet.net/sunsetcliffs. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Point Loma Garden Club hosts its free, annual Holiday Tea and Bazaar event featuring handmade holiday decorations, food and crafts. Items also include wreaths, swags, table decorations, potted plants, jams, jellies and baked goods. The event takes place at the S.E.S. Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal. For more information, www.plgc.org. RELIGIOUS Friday, Dec. 4, 6 to 9:30 p.m., The Rock Church hosts “Celebrate the Season” in the church sanctuary with hot cocoa, desserts, gift shopping, inspirational messages, Christmas music and worship. The event is free and childcare is provided. The event takes place at the church, 2277 Rosecrans St. For more information, call (619) 226-ROCK, or e-mail [email protected]. SCHOOLS DANA • Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Winter Theater Showcase in Jackson Theater. • Friday, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m., Dana Instrumental Music Winter Concert in Jackson Theater. • Tuesday, Dec. 8, ASB cookie dough distribution after school. Pick up orders in Room 103. • Wednesday, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m., Dana Association meeting in library. • Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Winter Theater Showcase in Jackson Theater. • Friday, Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m., Dana Instrumental Music Winter Concert in Jackson Theater. LOMA PORTAL • Friday, Dec. 4, second annual Winter Family Sock Hop. Free, all-ages swing dance lessons from 5:30 to 6 p.m.; 6 to 8 p.m., Dana Middle School’s Jazz Band plays ’50s and ’60s favorites. The event includes food and root beer sales, crafts for all ages, a photographer and classic cars on display. For more information or to volunteer, e-mail [email protected]. • Friday, Dec. 11, awards assembly in auditorium. SILVER GATE • Friday, Dec. 4, 7:45 a.m., principal’s chat with parents of children in grades 2 through 4 in library. • Dec. 7-11, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., book fair. • Thursday, Dec. 10, 4 to 8 p.m., school fundraiser at Fresh & Easy (955 Catalina Blvd.). Five percent of the sales is donated to Silver Gate. Keep receipts and turn in through the second week of January. SUNSET VIEW • Today, Dec. 3, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Art Corp Family Night in auditorium. SENIORS Monday, Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Sharp Healthcare’s Senior Resource Center hosts a free hearing screening by audiologists at the Point Loma Presbyterian Church Library, 2128 Chatsworth Blvd. Appointments are required by calling (800) 827-4277. SPORTS Saturday, Dec. 12 and Monday, Dec. 14, San Diego SOL Youth Basketball League hosts open tryouts for boys and girls in grades 3 through high school at Francis Parker Upper School, 6501 Linda Vista Road. To register, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.sandiegosol.com.