EVENTOS EN CURSO
‘Xanadu’
Through Aug. 25
A Greek muse inspires love, laughter and the world’s first roller disco in this 1980s glitter explosion. This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller-skating musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Thursdays, 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 2 p.m. at ENCORE! Theatre, 9620 Campo Road, Spring Valley. $13 tickets, available at bit.ly/2Kymrek.
EVENTOS ESPECIALES
Friday, Aug. 23
‘And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little’
Through Sept. 22
Lamplighters Community Theatre presents a play about three sisters who have grown up in a house of women, dominated by their recently deceased mother. But time has erased the tender closeness of girlhood; one sister has married and cut herself off; another has begun to drink more than she should; and the third, after a scandalous incident at the school where she teaches, is on the brink of madness. When the married sister comes to dinner to press the need for committing her sibling to an institution, all the pathos, humor and honesty of the play combine with overwhelming effect. Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at Lamplighters Community Theatre, 5915 Severin Drive, La Mesa. Tickets range $18-$23 available at lampligherslamesa.com.
Wednesday, Aug. 28
Kool & The Gang and The Village People
Bust out the platforms and bell-bottoms for this night of music from two of the biggest groups of the disco era. 8 p.m. at Sycuan Casino, 5469 Casino Way, El Cajon. Tickets range $69-$99, available at sycuan.com.
Friday, Aug. 30
Barona Powwow
El Barona Band of Mission Indians proudly invites the San Diego community to celebrate Native American heritage at the 49th annual Barona Powwow over Labor Day Weekend. The three-day cultural celebration starts on Friday, Aug. 30, with gourd dancing at 6 p.m. and a dramatic grand entry of dancers in colorful regalia at 8 p.m. The Barona Powwow will continue Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 11 p.m. In addition to beautiful regalia and dancing, spectators will be able to enjoy hand drum contests, singing and music, authentic Native American food including delicious Indian fry bread tacos, arts and crafts and handcrafted jewelry. The Barona Powwow will be held at the Barona Sports Park located on the Barona Indian Reservation just one mile north of the Barona Resort & Casino on Wildcat Canyon Road in Lakeside. Free shuttle service is available from Barona Resort & Casino to the Powwow. Admission and parking are free. Visit barona.com.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Summer Concert Series: The Cat-illacs
Final performance of Grossmont Center’s Summer Concert Series features variety music act The Cat-illacs. 5-7 p.m. at Grossmont Center, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa. Free.
Sunday, Sept. 8
ART + GARDEN in the PARK
Foothills Art Association and La Mesa Beautiful host a unique event featuring local artists and neighborhood gardeners offering both art and plants for sale. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Harry Griffin Park, 9550 Milden St., La Mesa. For more information, call 619-203-4098.
Peter Pupping Band
Mission Trails Church’s Second Sunday Community Concert will feature the Peter Pupping Band — group specialized in Latin music, but also play many other musical styles. The quartet is very versatile and has a very eclectic repertoire spanning the centuries of classical art music, world music, jazz and pop. 3-4 p.m. at Mission trails Church, 4880 Zion Ave., San Diego. Free-will offering will be taken.
Saturday, Sept. 14
Panel discussion and book signing
Author J.R. Strayve, Jr. will discuss his book “First Spouse of the United States,” a political thriller about a gay activist and his husband’s quest for the White House. Also appearing will be author Michael Black who will be signing his new book, “Happy Endings and a New Beginning,” about his struggle to overcome abuse as a child. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Barnes and Noble Grossmont Center, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa.
Sunday, Sept. 15
Ines Irwati & Danny Green
The Green House Concert Series continues with a performance featuring solo works from classical pianist Ines Irwati and jazz Pianist Danny Green. $20 tickets available at bit.ly/2Z1XYlF. 3-4:30 p.m., La Mesa location revealed at time of purchase.
sábado, 21 de septiembre
‘Im Hussein in Double Trouble’
A Nigerian scammer promises Im Hussein and her husband Abou Hussein $1.5 million, with strings attached. The two fall for the swindle and deplete their savings account to comply. Confusion reigns when an African man arrives with a shocking claim. Then the authorities come to investigate. And yet another African shows up, adding to the carnival of chaos, laced generously with Im Hussein’s signature comedic input. 8 p.m. at Joan B. Kroc Theatre, 6611 University Ave., San Diego. Tickets are $72-$87, available at bit.ly/2TspRBY.
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Al Di Meola
Guitar virtuoso Al Di Meola’s ongoing fascination with complex rhythmic syncopation combined with provocative lyrical melodies and sophisticated harmony has been at the heart of his music throughout a celebrated career that has spanned four decades and earned him critical accolades, three gold albums and more than 6 million in record sales worldwide. 7 p.m. at The Magnolia, 210 East Main St., El Cajon. $35 tickets available at livemu.sc/2YZRgMJ.
jueves, 26 de septiembre
Clásico de golf de rehabilitación de SoCal
Alvarado Hospital hosts a charity golf tournament to fund the Alvarado Hospital Auxiliary, a nonprofit entity that supports post-treatment programs for the benefit of individuals with physical disabilities and senior citizens. Tournament registration and a putting contest begins at noon, followed by a shotgun start for the none-hole tournament at 2 p.m. at Riverwalk Golf Club, 1150 Fashion Valley Road, San Diego. For registration information, visit bit.ly/2OIS8Wn or call 619-229-7362.
EVENTOS RECURRENTES
los lunes
Atrapasueños
California Note Catchers, four-part harmony chorus, invite ladies of all ages to their rehearsals 7-9 p.m. Performances throughout SD. Located in Social Hall of La Mesa First United Methodist Church, 4690 Palm Ave. 619-464-3727.
martes
La Mesa Walks!
Enjoy a fun walk with friends and neighbors. First and third Tuesdays, meet at various locations, second and fourth Tuesdays meet at 9 a.m. at La Mesa Library, 8074 Allison Ave. Call 619-667-1300 for more information.
miércoles
Senior Women’s Support Group
City of La Mesa offers senior women’s support group, every Wednesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd. Please contact 619-667-1322.
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday is a health series normally held on the fourth Wednesday of each month in the Herrick Library, 9001 Wakarusa St. in La Mesa. Admission is free and advance RSVP is not required. Light refreshments and informational handouts will be available. For more information, call the library at 619-825-5010 or visit herricklibrary.org.
Grossmont Center Farmers Market
Grossmont Center hosts a produce-only farmers market, 2-6 p.m. in the back lot in front of the Dollar Tree.
jueves
Classic Car Show
The La Mesa Village Association is proud to host this year’s La Mesa Classic Car Show featuring pre-1974 cars, trucks, and vans! The event will feature DJs and live bands located at Third Street and La Mesa Boulevard, and an award giveaway at each event honoring the night’s best cars. The 2019 La Mesa Classic Car Show will take place each Thursday from 5-8 p.m. starting on June 6 and running through Aug. 29.
matiné de cine
El Centro de Enriquecimiento para Adultos de La Mesa presenta una serie de proyecciones de películas modernas y clásicas todos los jueves a la 1 pm en el salón principal del centro. El costo es $2 por boleto. Para listados de películas, visite bit.ly/2FVrOSQ.
viernes
La Mesa farmers market
La Mesa’s farmers market offers fresh local produce, florals, pastries, live music, and arts and crafts each Friday. 3-7 p.m. along La Mesa Boulevard. Free.
sábados
Shop Local Market
Last Saturday of the month at Grossmont Center, participating shops set up tables outside and offer markdowns and new product showcases. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa.
domingos
Historias de viajes
Visite el Grossmont Center todos los domingos para una hora de cuentos interactivos para niños. Los niños visitan StoryTent, eligen un libro que les interese y luego lo leen en voz alta a un voluntario. El voluntario hace preguntas atractivas que ayudan al niño a desarrollar la comprensión de lectura y las habilidades de pensamiento crítico, todo mientras gana dólares de libros para intercambiar por premios geniales. Gratis. 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa.
