Eventos especiales

St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church’s annual rummage sale
Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday, Aug. 22

From 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. each day, St. Dunstan’s (6556 Park Ridge Blvd., San Carlos) will host their annual rummage sale.

Books, toys, household items, sporting equipment, clothes, seasonal items, decorations and a variety of other items will be available. The “collectibles room” will showcase interesting finds. The proceeds of this rummage sale will benefit several charities including ISN Shelter, El Nido, The StoreFront and other outreach programs. Visit StDunstans.org para más información.

‘Firescaping with waterwise plants’ gardening class
Saturday, Aug. 22

For this gardening class, Armstrong Garden Centers will teach the basic principles and provide plant suggestions for designing a firescape for your home. The Mission Valley/Grantville store is located at 10320 Friars Road; there are several other San Diego Armstrong locations. This session starts at 9 a.m. Visit ArmstrongGarden.com para más información.

‘Dance and Zumba Extravaganza’ by Party Fitness Studio
Sunday, Aug. 30

Party Fitness Studio – located in Grantville – is celebrating its five-year anniversary with a “Dance and Zumba Extravaganza” at Fuse Nightclub (379 Fourth Ave., Downtown). The event will feature nightclub amenities like a full bar, photo booth and DJ; and also include fitness vendors with samples, live dance performances — including Party Fitness Zumba instructors — and more. The festivities will take place from 4 – 9 p.m. and tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Guests must be 21 or older. For VIP tables and packages, call Ninfa Skezas at 619-948-2333. Visit PartyZumba.com para más información.

GADS meeting
Wednesday, Sept. 9

Monthly business-to-business networking meeting for business owners in Grantville, Allied Gardens, Del Cerro, and San Carlos. Starts at 7:30 a.m. at Marie Callender’s located at 6950 Alvarado Road. Join the group on Facebook.

Sixth annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Thursday, Sept. 10

The San Diego ASIS Chapter hosts this yearly ceremony and luncheon recognizing and celebrating the achievements of San Diego County law enforcement investigators. San Diego District Attorney’s Office chief investigator Adolfo Gonzales will be the keynote speaker. Awards will be presented to investigators from several local agencies. The event will be held at the Admiral Baker Clubhouse (2400 Admiral Baker Road, Mission Valley) from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Visit asissd.org/meetinginfo for more information and to register.

Taste of Old Town
Thursday, Sept. 10

This event gives attendees the chance to sample food and beverages from local restaurants while meandering through Old Town. 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. 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 Mission Times Courier.

Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Friday, Sept. 11

This special luncheon will feature live Yiddish, Hebrew and popular tunes by Yochanan Sebastian Winston and Tommy Gannon. The festivities will take place at noon at the College Avenue Center (new location inside Temple Emanu-El: 6299 Capri Dr., College Area). Note: the College Avenue Center will be closed Monday, Sept. 14 and Tuesday, Sept. 15 in observance of the holiday. Visit jfssd.org para más información.

Grossmont and Helix high schools class of 1952 reunion
Thursday, Sept. 17

The class of ’52 is celebrating 63 years since graduation with a luncheon for both Grossmont and Helix high school alumni. The event will be held at Sycuan Resort (3007 Dehesa Road, El Cajon) at noon. The fee is $21 per person for lunch. RSVP and direct questions to Pat Howes at 619-461-6243

Second annual ‘World Peace Through Music’ fundraising concert
Thursday, Sept. 17

VISION: A Center for Spiritual Living (6154 Mission Gorge Road, Grantville) will host this benefit concert to raise money for the Playing for Change Foundation with the goal of building music and art schools for children around the world. Over a dozen local musicians will donate their talents to this special event, playing music from around the world including songs from Brazil, Hawaii, France and more. There will also be a bake sale (benefitting the Clean Stove Initiative) and a raffle of gift baskets to raise additional funds. The concert kicks off at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Visit VisionCSL.org/playing-for-change for more information on the event and PlayingForChange.org for more on the foundation.

Cub Scout roundup
Thursday, Sept. 17

Cub Scout Pack 975 invites all boys in first through fifth grades to join the pack, which serves residents of Allied Gardens, Del Cerro and San Carlos. The 6 p.m. roundup is an opportunity for scouts to register and get to know the group. Parents who are new to Cub Scouts can meet the den leaders and learn more about Pack 975 at a special meeting for new parents on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. Regular den and pack meetings are held Thursday evenings at St. Therese Parish, at the corner of College Avenue and Navajo Road. For more information, send an email to [email protected] o visitar cubscoutpack975.com.

16th annual Taste of the Mission
Friday, Sept. 18

This event will take place from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the courtyard of the Mission San Diego de Alcalá (10818 San Diego Mission Road, Mission Valley/Grantville). It will include wine and beer tasting, food samples, live music, and a raffle and silent auction. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Funds raised will benefit parish religious education and students attending Catholic schools. Visit MisiónSanDiego.org para más información.

‘Best of the Best’ Film Festival
Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept. 19

This festival features the finest fiction and documentary short films by students in San Diego State University’s Television, Film and New Media Production program. The films, which were selected by a jury of SDSU faculty members, will be screened at the Don Powell Theatre at SDSU. The program will last approximately an hour and a half beginning at 7 p.m. on Sept. 17 and at 8 p.m. on Sept. 18. Tickets are $10. Visit ttf.sdsu.edu para más información.

Clean and Green River Cleanup
Saturday, Sept. 19

GADS networking group will be participating in this cleanup by I Love a Clean San Diego. Tools provided. Family friendly. RSVP to 619-297-7380. Learn more about GADS on Facebook.

‘The Lawyer in Blue Jeans’
Monday, Sept. 21

Local attorney Jeff Isaac will be available starting at 1 p.m. to answer questions and talk about the law. Known as the “Lawyer in Blue Jeans” for his approachable style, Isaac specializes in wills and trusts. This event will be held at noon at the College Avenue Center (new location inside Temple Emanu-El: 6299 Capri Dr., College Area). Visit jfssd.org para más información.

Community holiday chorus rehearsals
Monday, Sept. 21 – Monday, Nov. 30

The California Note Catchers annual holiday concert is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 6. Rehearsals start Sept. 21 for community singers and the local women’s a cappella group California Note Catchers. Participants will learn a minimum of two holiday songs arranged in four-part harmony to be performed at the concert. The weekly rehearsals are from 7 – 9 p.m. (community singers are only required to stay for the first hour) in the Social Hall at the La Mesa United Methodist Church (4690 Palm Ave.) No experience required. A deposit of $20 per singer is requested to cover the cost of sheet music and will be returned at the end of the program; rehearsals are free. Visit CaliforniaNoteCatchers.com para más información.

Clever Talks
Saturday, Sept. 26

This concert-like conference event will feature guest speakers and celebrities including Lil Jon, Jenna Marbles and more. Clever Talks is “a movement to empower and inspire individuals to reach their potential, think outside the box, and ultimately fulfill their purpose.” The speakers at this year’s conference will share personal stories about their road to success and how they realized their dreams. There will also be live entertainment from DJs along with vendor booths and more. An interactive area featuring these booths will be open to the public from noon – 4:30 p.m. and for ticketed attendees from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. The conference will be held from 7:30 – 10:15 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Clever Talks will be held at San Diego State University’s Viejas Arena (5500 Canyon Crest Drive, College Area). Visit CleverTalks.com para más información.

Recurring Events

Lunes:

Rock Star Karaoke with Jae: 9 p.m. Let your inner rock star shine. Pal Joey’s, 5147 Waring Road, Allied Gardens. Paljoeysonline.com.

Martes:

Feeling Fit Club: 8:30–9:30 a.m., free class for seniors 60 years and up to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Cohen Social Hall at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Carlos. Tiferethisrael.com

Brilliant Babies Storytime: Noon, recommended for pre-walkers. Allied Gardens/Benjamin Branch Library, 5188 Zion Ave., Allied Gardens.

Chair Yoga: 2:30–3:30 p.m., free class where yoga stretches are performed sitting on a chair. No mats needed. San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Drive, San Carlos. Sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org.

miércoles:

Feeling Fit Club: 1–2 p.m., free class for seniors 60 years and up to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Wesley United Methodist Church, 5380 El Cajon Blvd., College Area. Call 858-495-5500 ext. 3.

Locals Night: 3–8 p.m., residents of 92120, 92115, 92116, 92123 and 92108 are eligible for $2 pours of the brewery’s “beer of the day.” Benchmark Brewing, 6190 Fairmount Ave. Suite G, Grantville. Benchmarkbrewing.com.

Game Night: 6–9:30 p.m., bring your own or play what’s available while enjoying traditional and vegan donuts. Donut Panic, 6171 Mission Gorge Road #113, Grantville. Facebook.com/DonutpanicSD.

jueves:

Karaoke: 9 p.m., hosted by Erica at your favorite neighborhood haunt. Pal Joey’s, 5147 Waring Road, Allied Gardens. Paljoeysonline.com.

viernes:

Mordeduras en la acera: 5–9 p.m., gathering of gourmet food trucks at Westfield Mission Valley mall, 1640 Camino Del Rio N., Mission Valley. Curbsidebites.com.

Domingos:

Karaoke: 9 p.m., karaoke to close out your weekend. Camel’s Breath Inn, 10330 Friars Road Suite 106, Grantville. Camelsbreathinnsd.com. 

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