
EVENTOS ESPECIALES
‘Soup Suppers’
Wednesdays through March 16
On Wednesdays during Lent, Ascension Lutheran Church (5106 Zion Ave., Allied Gardens) will host a “Soup Supper” at 6:15 p.m. providing “a time to be together in the presence of God.” All are invited to sing, reflect on and discuss Scripture, and then pray together for each other and for the needs of the church and the world. Call 619-582-2636 for more information.
Fire Station 45 open house
Saturday, Feb. 20
This family-friendly event at the new Mission Valley Fire Station (9366 Friars Road) will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. There will be tours of the station, free medical training from Project Heart Beat, an appearance by Sparky the Fire Dog, inflatable play structures, catering by Lynx Grill and more. RSVP to [email protected] or 619-236-6760.
‘Creating a fairy garden’ class
Saturday, Feb. 20
For this free gardening class, Armstrong Garden Centers will teach you how to make a “small fantasy world” using miniature plants and figurines. 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.
‘Making Your Wishes Known’ seminar
Wednesday, Feb. 24
This free program will be held at Grossmont Healthcare District’s Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Library (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa) from 10 – 11 a.m. This is part of the library’s “Wellness Wednesday” series typically held the fourth Wednesday of every month. The speaker for this event will be Sharp HealthCare Advance Care Planning Department business development specialist Janine Lortscher. She will discuss advance care planning, future healthcare planning and tips and tools to receive the medical care you want. An advance health care directive will be reviewed along with a POLST (Physicians Order for Life Sustaining Treatment) form. Visit herricklibrary.org para más información.
‘Fascinating facts about our Presidents’
Thursday, Feb. 25
Author, radio personality and wordsmith Richard Dederer will lead this talk about U.S. Presidents at the College Avenue Center (6299 Capri Drive, Del Cerro). The event will be at 12:45 p.m. Visit jfssd.org/cac para más información.
Organic gardening for beginners class
Saturday, Feb. 27
For this free gardening class, Armstrong Garden Centers will teach you about starting your own organic garden. The focus will be on building soil health and problem solving using organic products and techniques. 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.
‘Smartphones: Which One Should You Buy?’ class
Monday, March 7
This class at College Avenue Center (6299 Capri Drive, Del Cerro) will help you decide which smartphone to buy and why. It will explore the pros and cons of different plans and new phones. With this class, you can find the perfect phone and phone plan. Class is from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Visit jfssd.org/cac para más información.
EVENTOS RECURRENTES
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 older 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.
Mission Valley Persuasive Speakers meeting: 6:30 – 8 p.m., toastmasters club weekly meetings. 4444 Zion Ave., Grantville. 701611.toastmastersclubs.org.
miércoles:
Silver Sneakers yoga: 9:30 a.m. (starting March 2), free class for all levels and abilities. Bring water, wear comfortable clothes, no mat required. Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Carlos. Email [email protected].
Feeling Fit Club: 1–2 p.m., free class for seniors 60 years and older 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 ZIP codes 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.
Sábados:
Lake Murray walking trail: 8:30 a.m., led by the Widows or Widowers (WOW) Club of San Diego. Call for directions to the meeting locations. 619-448-6088 or wowsd.org.
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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