FRIDAY – OCT. 2
East Village Walkabout: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. Meetup at Park Boulevard and Tony Gwynn Way (NW corner). For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org, or sign up for their newsletter.
Opening reception for ‘David Wing: A San Diego Retrospective’: David Wing has been photographing the “life and landscape in the American West” for 50 years. After a long career, including teaching at Grossmont College for 30 years, Wing is now devoted to photography full time. The retrospective will be on display through Sunday, Dec. 6. Reception 6 – 9 p.m. Sparks Gallery, 530 Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit sparksgallery.com.
SATURDAY – OCT. 3
‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A twice-monthly yoga class at outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 9 a.m. Lane Field Park, 900 West Broadway. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
Maker Faire: This two-day, family-friendly festival kicks off today. It will showcase crafters, educators, engineers, artists and much more. Attendees are invited to make and take their own creations in this “large science fair meets county fair” setting. One-day and two-day tickets are available and include admission to 10 museums. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Balboa Park. Visit sdmakerfaire.org.
South Bark Dog Wash turns 15: This popular dog wash store invites the community to help celebrate its 15th anniversary. Includes photo opportunities with Chopper the Biker Dog at 5 p.m., and drinks and cake served at 6 p.m. VIP shopping sales, specials, giveaways are on tap. Washings will be extended to 9 p.m. with a 15 percent discount all day. Join the Fall Walkabout in South Park, too. 2037 30th St., South Park. Call 619-232-7387 or visit southbark.com.
South Park Fall Walkabout: South Park Business Group presents this quarterly festival to support brick-and-mortar businesses in the area. The free event will feature complimentary treats, live entertainment and special offers at various businesses. The Walkabout highlights the business district on the north end at Kalmia and 30th streets to the south end at Beech and 30th streets. 6 – 10 p.m. Visit southparkscene.com.
SUNDAY – OCT. 4
Painting and Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight – “Poppies at Sunset.” 12 – 3 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration is required. Bring your own wine / $15 corkage. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite 110. For more info, visit paintingandvino.com.
MONDAY – OCT. 5
Davis to speak at San Diego Women’s Foundation: The SDWF 2015 Grants Focus Kick-Off – “Developing Employment Readiness” will include featured speaker, Susan A. Davis. An SDWF member, Rep. Davis will share inside and experience. The SDWF is interested in exploring career-specific education and training for its 2015 – 2016 grants focus. Free. 5 p.m. Monarch School, 1625 Newton Ave., San Diego. Visit sdwomensfoundation.org.
TUESDAY – OCT. 6
Little Italy Board of Directors meeting: Monthly meeting to discuss the Little Italy Association’s general business, upcoming events and issues. Open to the public. 8:30 – 10 a.m. Our Lady of the Rosary Parish Hall, 1654 State St., Little Italy. Visit littleitalysd.com.
52 Weeks of Science Kick-Off Party: The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is partnering with the communities of Barrio Logan and Logan Heights to launch 52 Weeks of Science to highlight the importance of bringing informal STEM education and awareness to this underserved. The kickoff party will include food, hands-on activities and interactive science demonstrations. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Logan Heights Library, 567 S. 28th St. Visit rhfleet.org/52-weeks-science.
WEDNESDAY – OCT. 7
‘Color in the Park: Balboa Park Past, Present and Future’: The San Diego chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America is hosting its 23rd annual exhibition of fine art through Monday, Nov. 2, with an artist’s reception on Sunday, Oct. 11 from 1 – 4 p.m. Gallery 21 in the Spanish Village Art Center, 1770 Village Place, Balboa Park. Visit cpsa202.org.
THURSDAY – OCT. 8
2015 East Village Un-Gala Awards: The East Village Association will host this unique event for the first time featuring seven fun award categories like “Most Pet Friendly” and “Social Media Champ.” The event will feature live music by Tolan Shaw and be emceed by comedian Mal Hall. Admission is $15 for EVA members ($20 for non-members) and includes one drink ticket and one food voucher. 5 p.m. Quartyard, 1102 Market St., East Village. Visit eastvillagesandiego.com.
FRIDAY – OCT. 9
Cortez walkabout: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. Meetup Union and A streets (NE corner). For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org or sign up for their newsletter.
SATURDAY – OCT. 10
CRSSD Festival: The second installation of this two-day music festival will feature a wide range of bands including: The Flaming Lips, TV on the Radio, Banks, St. Lucia, Big Data and more; along with several DJ sets. Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway, Marina District. Visit crssdfest.com.
‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A weekly yoga class at outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 9 a.m. Lane Field Park, 900 West Broadway. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
San Diego Costume Guild annual sale: A great chance to get ready for Halloween, this sale will feature vintage clothing, accessories and a wide variety of costumes (steam punk, Victorian, Flamenco and much more). Free and open to the public. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Private residence of Dondi Dahlin, 3747 Eagle St., Mission Hills. Visit on.fb.me/1KKVt8p.
Ninth annual ‘Sleepless America San Diego’: An event to raise awareness and funds to help thousands of local homeless men, women and children. The event starts at 4 p.m. and ends at 8 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11. Participants can come for the evening or choose to sleep over on a cot, cardboard or plastic sheeting to “gain a greater appreciation of the homeless condition.” Liberty Station, 2875 Dewey Road. sleeplesssandiego.org.
SUNDAY – OCT. 11
Little Italy FESTA!: The 21st annual edition of this cultural festival taking over the streets of Little Italy with live entertainment, Italian food, stickball and bocce ball tournaments and more. A consistent highlight of FESTA! is the Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk) artwork celebrating the Little Italy neighborhood. Free and family friendly. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Visit littleitalysd.com.
Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase: A free event featuring more than 150 high-performance, luxury, classic and rare cars and motorcycles along six blocks of Fifth Avenue between E and K streets. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visit gaslamp.org/events/fifth-avenue-auto-showcase.
Good Food Community Fair: Slow Food Urban San Diego presents the third annual Good Food fair with the theme: “Water-wise San Diego.” There will be artisanal food, craft drinks, cooking demos, art, music and more at this event. Free. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Quartyard, 1102 Market St., East Village. Visit goodfoodfair.com.
San Diego Great Books: Free discussion group, open to the public. This month’s reading: “Benito Cereno” by Hermann Melville. 2 – 4 p.m. Room 221, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegogreatbooks.net.
MONDAY – OCT. 12
‘Celebrity Sonnets’: Annual event by San Diego Shakespeare Society featuring local celebrities and performers presenting their choice of Shakespeare’s sonnets. 7:30 p.m. $20 ($10 for members, seniors, military and students). Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Visit sandiegoshakespearesociety.org.
TUESDAY – OCT. 13
‘Loud at Quartyard’ with Twin Shadow: A private listener concert presented by FM 94.9 and Shock Top with chillwave artist Twin Shadow. Text LOUD to 61749 to win passes. Quartyard, 1102 Market St., East Village. Visit quartyardsd.com.
WEDNESDAY – OCT. 14
53rd annual Alonzo Awards dinner: This event to celebrate the “Best of Downtown” will feature a reception and dinner. 5:30 p.m. Manchester Grand Hyatt, 1 Market Place, Downtown. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
THURSDAY – OCT. 15
HireLive Sales and Management Career Fair: Free event for job seekers with opportunities for inside and outside sales reps, account executives, retail managers, customer service and much more. 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Embassy Suites Hotel, 601 Pacific Hwy, Marina. Visit hirelive.com.
FRIDAY – OCT. 16
Core walkabout: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. Meetup at Park Boulevard and Russ Street (SW corner). For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org or sign up for their newsletter.
SATURDAY – OCT. 17
‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A weekly yoga class at outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 9 a.m. Lane Field Park, 900 West Broadway. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
Eighth annual Festival of Lights/Diwali Celebrations: This event presents a display of 54 lamps representing various regions and religions of India and a procession of sari-clad women carrying 1,008 lit lamps. There will be choreographed dances, laughing yoga, Henna paintings, Indian cuisine and more. $5. 3 – 8 p.m. Organ Pavillion, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit sdmart.org/calendar/2015-10.
I Love A Clean San Diego fall social: Meet staff, board, and volunteers from the organization at this festive social featuring free food, live music, local craft beer and wine, and more. 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd., Mission Bay. Visit cleansd.givezooks.com.
SUNDAY – OCT. 18
Bike for Boobs: For the third year, The Wine Pub will host this casual bike ride and after party in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The ride — in conjunction with San Diego County Bike Coalition and Wheel Women of San Diego — will start at The Wine Pub and continue around Shelter Island. The party that follows will feature drinks, appetizers, live music, auction items and more. 3 – 7 p.m. $25 suggested donation. 2907 Shelter Island Drive, #108. Visit thewinepubsd.com.
MONDAY – OCT. 19
Book club: Meet to discuss “Nine Lives: Mystery, Magic, Death and Life in New Orleans” by Dan Baum. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C W. Harbor Drive, Seaport Village. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com.
TUESDAY – OCT. 20
Wine and Canvas: Step-by-step instruction and materials included, create 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting. Tonight: “Room with a View.” No outside food or drinks — both available for purchase. $35 per person. 6 – 9 p.m. Fifty Seven Degrees, 1735 Hancock St., Middletown. Visit wineandcanvas.com.
WEDNESDAY – OCT. 21
‘Wine World Wanderlust’: A unique, fun and educational class teaching the basics of cheese along with classic wine pairings. Eight varietals and 12 types of cheese included. $60. Venissimo Cheese at The Headquarters at Seaport, 789 West Harbor Drive, Marina District. Visit venissimo.com.
THURSDAY – OCT. 22
Front Porch Pilates: These free classes are offered as part of U.S. Bank and Downtown San Diego Partnership’s summer series. 6 – 7 p.m. Lane Field, 900 W. Broadway, Downtown. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
‘Recipe for a Healthy and Delicious Fall’ cooking class: Free monthly class by Scripps nutritionists featuring healthy and delicious meals. All ages welcome. Check-in at 5:30 p.m. Jimbo’s… Naturally!, 324 Horton Plaza, Downtown. Visit downtownsandiego.org/healthyscripps.
FRIDAY – OCT. 23
Columbia walkabout: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. Meetup at Union Street and Broadway (NW corner). For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org or sign up for their newsletter.
SATURDAY – OCT. 24
‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A weekly yoga class at outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 9 a.m. Lane Field Park, 900 West Broadway. Visit downtownsandiego.org.
Free kids workshop: Downtown San Diego Partnership and The Home Depot are teaming up for this free workshop in honor of Fire Safety Month. Designed for ages 5 – 12, children will get to keep their craft (a fire truck), receive a certificate of achievement, workshop apron and more. 9 a.m. – noon. San Diego County Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway, Downtown. Visit bit.ly/1NZh1VK.
SUNDAY – OCT. 25
Wacky Wonky Walk and Kids Festival: A “world of imagination” will take over Waterfront Park with a 4.89K Wacky Walk followed by the Pure Imagination Festival. Festivities include local kids’ bands, food vendors and more. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for kids. All proceeds benefit the San Diego Center for Children. Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway, Marina District.
Sunday Supper at The Cheese Store: A Halloween-inspired five-course dinner with an autumn-esque meal including cheese in every course. $65 includes one glass of wine or beer. 6 – 8 p.m. The Cheese Store of San Diego, 1980 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit thecheesestoresd.com.
MONDAY – OCT. 26
Film Forum: Free screening of “Munyurangabo” — a film about the friendship of two young men tested when village elders warn that their two tribes should not be friends. Meet and greet with Asian Film Festival staff before film. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit facebook.com/freelibrarymovies.
TUESDAY – OCT. 27
Robert Sinskey Wine Dinner: This special dinner will feature Sinskey’s biodynamic wines from 100 percent organic grapes served with oysters, quail and more. Four-course meal is $120 per person. Stake Chophouse and Bar, 1309 Orange Ave., Coronado. Visit stakechophouse.com.
WEDNESDAY – OCT. 28
‘2001: A Space Odyssey’: A special screening of the re-mastered version of this classic film. Tickets start at $10. 7 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit sandiegotheatres.org.
THURSDAY – OCT. 29
Halloween Party: Doozy Dog Club invites the whole neighborhood to their Halloween Party, with prizes for best dog and human Halloween costumes, complimentary Halloween treats, drinks. Raffle prizes, an indoor haunted play park, and more. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. 634 14th St., Suite 104, East Village. For more info call 619/231-4701 or visit doozydogclub.com.
Thursday Night Market: A free monthly event featuring live music, vendors and more. All ages and dog friendly. 6 – 10 p.m. Quartyard, 1102 Market St., East Village. Visit quartyardsd.com.
FRIDAY – OCT. 30
Gaslamp walkabout: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. Meetup at Sixth and Island avenues (SW corner). For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org or sign up for their newsletter.
Trick-or-Treat on India Street: Little Italy businesses host this family friendly, safe trick-or-treating experience. Pick up a map of participating locations at the Piazza Basilone (corner of India and W. Fir streets) from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Visit littleitalysd.com.
SATURAY – OCT. 31 – HALLOWEEN
15th annual Dos XX Monster Bash presented by Sailor Jerry: This annual street party once again returns to the Gaslamp and East Village with five themed stages, a $5,000 cash costume contest, a VIP section and more. Tickets start at $30 and go up in price as the date approaches. 6 p.m. – midnight. Visit sandiegomonsterbash.com.
San Diego Zombie Crawl 2015: This Downtown pub crawl will include stops at over 25 nightclubs, restaurants and bars in the East Village and Gaslamp. Tickets also include more than 10 “welcome shots” at various locations, a grand opening party at Parq Nightclub (615 Broadway) and more. Use promo code: EVAZombies to save $10 on tickets. 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. Visit sandiegozombiecrawl.com
Paranormal Investigation: Once a month, these investigations visit the “most haunted house in the Gaslamp.” The tour lasts two hours and guests can bring cameras and video and digital recorders but no professional media equipment. Limited to 20 people. 10 p.m. Davis-Horton (formerly William Heath Davis) House, 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampquarter.org.
SUNDAY – NOV. 1
‘A Walk Through Balboa Park Celebrating Its Centennial’: One of four concerts by the San Diego Symphony as part of its “Family Festival” designed for children 5 – 12 years old. This edition will feature music that represents Balboa Park’s most iconic fountain, gardens, museums and international cottages. Pre-concert activities at 1 p.m., concert at 2 p.m. Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B St., Downtown. Visit sandiegosymphony.org.
MONDAY – NOV. 2
Film Forum: Free screening of “The Wrecking Crew” – a tribute to artists of the “West Coast sound”: Elvis, Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, The Byrds and more. Special Q&A with the film’s director Denny Tedesco following the film. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit facebook.com/freelibrarymovies.
TUESDAY – NOV. 3
San Diego Shakespeare Society – acting workshop night: Anyone can join in or just listen. Informal café-style seating. First Tuesday of the month, 6:45 – 8:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C W. Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com or call 619-333-0141.
WEDNESDAY – NOV. 4
‘Get To Know Cheese”: A “cheese 101” class teaching the history of cheese, how it’s made, how to pair it, serve it and store it, and more. Samples of all styles of cheese and sips of wine included. $50. Venissimo Cheese at The Headquarters at Seaport, 789 West Harbor Drive, Marina District. Visit venissimo.com.
THURSDAY – NOV. 5
Live Comedy: Comedian-actor – and San Diego native – Bobby Lee will be performing his stand-up for three nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $22. americancomedyco.com.
WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS
EVERYDAY IN OCTOBER:
San Diego Museum Council’s ‘Kids Free in October’: For the fifth year, children 12 and under will receive free admission to more than 40 museums (with paid adult, limit two children). Participating museums in and around Downtown include: The New Children’s Museum, USS Midway Museum, Women’s Museum of California and many more. Visit sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/kidsfree for full list and details.
TUESDAY
Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park: Participating museums change the first four Tuesdays of the month. Free for San Diego city and county residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit balboapark.org/visit/Tuesdays.
Coronado Certified Farmers Market: 2:30 – 6 p.m. First and B streets at Coronado Ferry Landing. Visit welcometocoronado.com.
Trivia: Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit 98bottlessd.com.
WEDNESDAY
Comedy Open Mic: Up-and-coming comics test their skills while patrons enjoy drink and appetizer specials and no cover. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit americancomedyco.com.
THURSDAY
Horton Square Certified Market: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. (March – Oct.) 225 Broadway near Broadway Circle, Downtown. Visit sdfarmbureau.org.
Trivia Night: Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit 98bottlessd.com.
FRIDAY
Take a bite out of Downtown: Hosted by food tour service Bite San Diego, join fellow foodies and winos for a historical walking tour sampling some of Downtown’s finest restaurants. 21+. Noon. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit bitesandiego.com/index.php.
Sights and Sips Sunset Cruise: Two-hour Hornblower cruise held on Friday and Saturday nights through October featuring live music, light hors d’oeuvres and dessert; boarding cocktail included with other drinks and specials available. $31.76 per person plus fees. Boards at 5:30, cruise from 6 – 8 p.m. Departs from Navy Pier, 970 N. Harbor Drive, Downtown. Through Oct. 31. Visit hornblower.com.
SATURDAY
Little Italy Mercato: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Over 100 booths at Date and India streets. Visitlittleitalysd.com/mercato.
The Gaslamp Architectural Walking Tour: Stops on this tour include architecturally significant structures from the 1800s including Old City Hall, the Keating Building, William Heath Davis House Museum and more. 11 a.m. 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampquarter.org.
SUNDAY
Rooftop Flow: Dynamic yoga class by Yoga One. Hotel Solamar, 435 Sixth Ave., Downtown. 9 – 10 a.m. Visit yogaonesandiego.com.
Walk-in eReader and device assistance: Free and open to the public. Bring your Android and iOS devices for hands-on learning. 2 – 4 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.
Outdoor organ concert: The San Diego Organ Society presents a free organ concert. With over 4,500 pipes, this organ is one of the largest organs in the world with wonderful sound, playing classic and popular hits by Downtown News contributor Carol Williams. Enjoy free parking, lots of seating. Balboa Park’s Organ Pavilion. 2 p.m. Visit balboapark.org.
—Complied by Jen Van Tieghem. Send items for inclusion to Editor Morgan M. Hurley at [email protected].
