EVENTOS ESPECIALES
RoosaPalooza Concert: “Time Travel through Classical Music”
Friday, Jan. 16
This is the first in a series of concerts at Roosevelt Middle School (3366 Park Blvd., Hillcrest). AmateurPianists.org has partnered with the school for this recital/lecture, which includes four members of the group performing selections of classical music genres: Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Impressionistic. There will also be a narrative portion and Q&A before each piece. The show is free, but donations to benefit the school are welcome. Pre-concert activities (campus tours, student string quartet, coffee and snacks, student slideshow and more) begin at 6 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Register for a spot at friendsofroosevelt.org/roosapalooza.html.
‘Prairie Style from Midwest to Mission Hills’
Saturday, Jan. 17
Mission Hills Heritage is hosting this lecture as part of their 10th annual series on architecture. A panel of local architectural historians will discuss the migration of the Prairie Style, created by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, from the Midwest to the West Coast from 1908 to 1916. Speakers include Uptown News “HouseCalls” columnist Michael Good. The discussion will take place at Francis Parker Lower School (4201 Randolph St., Mission Hills) from noon – 4 p.m. and will include a slideshow presentation, outdoor table displays and more. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for two and will be for sale at the door (cash/check only). Refreshments will be served. For more information visit missionhillsheritage.org.
Mission Hills StandAbout
Saturday, Jan. 17
Drinking, eating, listening to good tunes and checking out art for a great cause? We’re in. The Mission Hills StandAbout will feature craft beer, wine and appetizers, plus live music by Gayle Skidmore, Justin Burkett, Frances Bloom Band and more. There will also be live art created by several local talents. All net proceeds benefit Monarch School, the only school in San Diego for homeless children from kindergarten through high school. The school provides healthcare, clothing and food among many other services for families and students. Suggested donation to attend, imbibe, nibble and listen is $30 and can be paid via PayPal to email address [email protected]. Donate ahead of time to guarantee your spot (limited to 75). The StandAbout is from 2 – 7 p.m. at 4261 Aloha Place. View the event on Facebook for more info.
Designing Minds: “Basile and Consortium: Absolute Adaption”
Thursday, Jan. 22
This conversation series kicks off with designer Paul Basile and restaurateur Arsalun Tafazoli discussing their design process in intimate settings. Tonight’s event will be held at Polite Provisions (4696 30th St., Normal Heights), which won a 2014 Interior Design Orchid Award. The in-depth, interactive discussion will cover the evolution of the design process from concept to completion. A second installment of the series will be held Feb. 26 at Ironside Fish and Oyster (1654 India St., Little Italy) Both events will be from 3 – 5 p.m. and includes one craft cocktail. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at designingminds-sd.com.
“The Grift”
Tuesday, Jan. 27 – Sunday, Feb. 22
La Jolla Playhouse presents “The Grift” at the Lafayette Hotel (2223 El Cajon Blvd., North Park) as part of their Without Walls series. The interactive show takes audiences through various rooms and spaces within the 1940s landmark hotel. The unique piece written and directed by Tom Salamon is part performance, part game, much like his acclaimed piece “Accomplice.” Tickets are $35 – 45 and include a beverage and light appetizers. Performances take place Tuesday – Sunday. Each show time accommodates 50 audience members and includes walking with a few stairs. The Feb. 17 performance at 7 p.m. will feature a modified route for patrons with mobility concerns. Visit lajollaplayhouse.org for more information and tickets.
San Diego Chorus Global Open House
Wednesday, Jan. 28
The San Diego Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International (SAI), is hosting this open house for prospective singers who may wish to join the chorus or learn more about it. SAI has nearly 25,000 members worldwide who sing four-part a cappella harmony, barbershop style. The open house will be held at the Chorus’ rehearsal space at Casa del Prado, Room 207 in Balboa Park from 6:45 – 9:30 p.m. The open house will give aspiring singers the chance to rehearse with current members and learn a song together. Plus, there will be food and refreshments served. To learn more visit sdchorus.com or contact Jennifer French at [email protected].
EVENTOS RECURRENTES
Lunes:
Hora del cuento cantando: 1:30 pm, aprenda lo que está pasando dentro de la mente de su bebé, fortalezca su vínculo y canten canciones juntos en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis. biblioteca92103.org.
Noche de micrófono abierto: 7:30 pm, el micrófono está abierto para usted en Lestat's Coffee House, 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, gratis. Lestats.com.
Martes:
Mordeduras en la acera: 5:00 p. m. a 8:30 p. m., reunión de camiones de comida gourmet en 3030 Grape St., South Park. Curbsidebites.com.
“Grab a Mic”: 6 p.m., an open mic night hosted by singer/actor Sasha Weiss. Sign ups at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m., Martinis Above Fourth, 3940 Fourth Ave., Hillcrest. Martinisabovefourth.com.
Sabrosos martes de camiones: De 6 a 9 pm, la estación de servicio de Smitty alberga varios camiones de comida bajo su estructura de sombra bien iluminada, 3442 Adams Ave., Normal Heights. Sdfoodtrucks.com.
Micrófono abierto Charlie's: 7 a 10 pm (excepto el tercer martes), noche de micrófono abierto en Rebecca's Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, gratis. Rebeccascoffeehouse.com.
miércoles:
Curiosidades de Wang: 7 pm, competencia de trivia gratis por premios, torneo por $1,000. Bebidas especiales durante el rango de trivia $3 – $6. Wang's North Park, 3029 University Ave., North Park. Wangsnorthpark.com.
Experiencia de miércoles por la noche: De 7 a 8 pm, experiencias edificantes y espiritualmente inspiradoras para todos, semanalmente en Universal Spirit Center, 3858 Front St., Hillcrest, se solicita ofrenda de amor. Universalspiritcenter.org.
Serie de música Young Lions: 7 pm, cada semana presenta una nueva "estrella joven en ascenso" elegida por Gilbert Castellanos. Castellanos también participará durante el primer set, Expatriate Room, Croce's Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill, cubierta $5. crocesparkwest.com.
Narración: 7 – 8:45 pm el primer miércoles de cada mes con miembros de Storytellers of San Diego en Rebecca's Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, se aceptan donaciones. A partir de 12 años. Cuentacuentosdesandiego.org.
Miércoles Jazz Jam Session: 7:30 pm, Gilbert Castellanos presenta Jazz Jam Session con músicos invitados especiales en Seven Grand, 3054 University Ave., North Park, gratis. sietegrandbars.com.
jueves:
Yoga suave para personas mayores: 2:45 – 3:45 pm, presentado por The Center y Silver Age Yoga Community Outreach (SAYCO) en The San Diego LGBT Center, 3909 Center St., Hillcrest, gratis. loscentrosd.org.
Mercado de agricultores de North Park: 3 – 7 pm, en el estacionamiento detrás de CVS en 32nd St. y University Ave., North Park, gratis. Northparkfarmersmarket.com.
Micrófono abierto de Kornflower: Signups at 6:30 p.m., open mic (no poetry or comedy) 7 – 10 p.m. Family friendly event at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free. Rebeccascoffeehouse.com.
Meditación Musical Kirtan: 8:15 pm, cante y cante mantras contemporáneos que celebran el amor y la vida en Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga, 3287 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, se solicita donación. peregrinacionyoga.com.
viernes:
Hora del cuento preescolar: 10:30 am, en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis. biblioteca92103.org.
Viernes de Quinta: De 4 a 9 pm, varios restaurantes y bares ofrecen descuentos y ofertas especiales para una hora social en la Quinta Avenida entre Washington Street y Pennsylvania Avenue, Hillcrest. viernessonfifth.com.
Cine bajo las estrellas: 8:30 p.m., Classic movie screenings at 4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills. Tickets start at $15. topspresents.com.
sábados
Mercado de los sábados en el casco antiguo: 9 am – 4 pm, en Harney Street y San Diego Avenue, Old Town, gratis. Oldtownsaturdaymarket.com.
Mercado de agricultores de Golden Hill: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm, en la calle B entre las calles 27 y 28, Golden Hill, gratis. Sdmarketmanager.com.
Hora de manualidades infantiles: 10:30 am, en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis. biblioteca92103.org.
Melodías en Balboa Park: 1 – 5 pm, los conjuntos de la Sinfónica Juvenil y el Conservatorio de San Diego llenan Casa del Prado con música clásica, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park, gratis. Sdys.org.
Lecturas de libros de celebridades: 2 pm, celebridades locales visitarán el “¡Ingenioso! The World of Dr. Seuss” en el Centro de Historia de San Diego el segundo sábado de cada mes para leer sus historias favoritas de Seuss a los asistentes, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, gratis. Sandiegohistory.org.
Alturas de la comedia: 8:00 p. m. a 10:00 p. m., comediantes locales toman el escenario junto a Twiggs Coffeehouse en 4590 Park Blvd., University Heights, gratis. Comedyheights.com.
domingos
Desayuno de panqueques gratis: 8:30 – 9:45 am, miEl segundo domingo de este desayuno en el vecindario precede al servicio de adoración y la escuela dominical en la Iglesia Metodista Unida de Normal Heights, 4650 Mansfield St., Normal Heights. Correo electrónico [email protected].
Mercado de agricultores de Hillcrest: De 9 am a 2 pm, bajo la bandera del orgullo de Hillcrest, las calles Harvey Milk y Normal, gratis. Hillcrestfarmersmarket.com.
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