EVENTOS ESPECIALES

A tribute to Kate Sessions, “The Mother of Balboa Park”
Sunday, Nov. 8

The Spreckels Organ Society will present a concert tribute to Kate Sessions, “The Mother of Balboa Park,” at Spreckels Organ Pavillion (1549 El Prado, #10, Balboa Park) at 2 p.m. The concert, conceived and performed by organist Robert Plimpton, will take place on what would have been Sessions’ 158th birthday. Plimpton will be joined by special guests David Lundin from the Balboa Park Heritage Association, and Patricia McAffee, mezzo soprano. The concert will also include a nod to Mme. Shumann-Heink. Admission is free. Visit on.fb.me/1RKQHgu para más información.

Opening reception for “VOICES: Honoring Veterans”
Tuesday, Nov. 10

The Luxe Gallery (1080 16th St., Fifth Floor, Downtown) at San Diego City College (SDCC) will host this special exhibition telling the stories of 24 veterans. A collaborative effort by SDCC’s graphic design and photography programs, “VOICES” will feature large-scale portraits of veterans (taken by David King) and their stories of service ranging from World War II to present-day Afghanistan and Iraq. The exhibition will also include original drawings, paintings and more from World War II correspondent and illustrator Carol Johnson. The opening reception is from 6 – 8 p.m. and the exhibit will be open through Dec. 10. Visit sdcity.edu for more information.

Paul Espinosa Film Series
Tuesday, Nov. 10

Paul Espinosa’s “… and the earth did not swallow him” film will be shown at 7 p.m. at the Museum of Photographic Arts (1649 El Prado, Balboa Park). The film — told through the eyes of 12-year-old Marcos — is a moving and powerful portrayal of the life of a poor Mexican-American boy and his migrant farmworker family as they struggle to adjust to life in American society. Free. RSVP to bit.ly/1Mxf1hs.

Upcoming events at Mission Hills Library
Thursday, Nov. 12 and Saturday, Nov. 21

On Nov. 12, the 18th and 19th Century Book Club will meet to discuss “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley. New members are welcome. Please read the book beforehand; note: they are available at the library’s circulation desk while supplies last. The meeting is from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. The following week on Nov. 21, the library will hold a book sale – a great way to stock up and support the library. The Mission Hills Library is located at 925 West Washington St. Visit them online at facebook.com/mhlibrary.

‘Trainwreck’
Friday, Nov. 13 and Saturday, Nov. 14

Cinema Under the Stars presents (4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills) this 2015 romantic comedy starring Amy Schumer, who wrote the film with director Judd Apatow. “Trainwreck” follows Schumer’s character — a party girl who fears commitment even when she meets a good guy (Bill Hader). Tickets are $15. For more info, visit topspresents.com or call 619-295-4221.

San Diego Conscious Music Fest
Saturday, Nov. 14

The San Diego Conscious Music Fest has expanded its original concert format into an all-day celebration at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego (4190 Front St., Hillcrest). This year’s event will include an outdoor vendor fair with live music, a performance by the Conscious Community Choir and more. Awards will be presented to the winners of Young Voices songwriting contest who will also perform. Closing the event will be the evening concert with some of the most popular singer-songwriters in the conscious music movement: Karl Anthony, Nathan Aswell, Ray Davis, Gary Lynn Floyd, John Foltz, Peggy Lebo, Faith Rivera, Teri Wilder and The Yes Team. The afternoon festival from 1 – 5 p.m. is free. The Young Voices performances from 5 – 6 p.m. are $10 ($5 for children under 12). And the Conscious Music Fest Concert from 7 – 10:30 p.m. is $40 (includes The Young Voices performances). Visit consciousmusicsd.com for tickets and more details. 

EVENTOS RECURRENTES

Select dates:

Canyoneers guided nature walks: These free walks are part of a countywide program by the San Diego Natural History Museum through June 26, 2016. A map and schedule of walks can be found online at sdnhm.org.

Diario:

¡No intentes esto en casa!: Six varying times per day until Nov. 29, a live science show is presented with demonstrations that are too messy, loud or shocking to try at home. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park, free with admission. Rhfleet.org.

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.

Karaoke: 8 p.m., your chance to shine on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest. Themerrow.com.  

Martes:

Mordeduras en la acera: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., gathering of gourmet food trucks at 3030 Grape St., South Park. Curbsidebites.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.

Uptown Democratic Club: 6:30 p.m., Joyce Beers Community Center hosts these meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month. New members wanted. 1220 Vermont Ave., Hillcrest. Uptowndemocrats.org.

Micrófono abierto Charlie's: 7 – 9:30 p.m. (except the third Tuesday), open mic night at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free. Rebeccascoffeehouse.com.

North Park Brewer’s Club: 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the club every second Tuesday of the month on the back patio at Thorn Street Brewery, 3176 Thorn St., North Park. Thornstreetbrew.com.

miércoles: 

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.

Narración: 7 – 8:45 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month featuring members of Storytellers of San Diego at Rebecca’s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, Suggested $5 donation. Ages 12 and up. Cuentacuentosdesandiego.org.

jueves: 

Reuniones del Club Rotario Uptown Sunrise: 7 am, reunión semanal en Panera Bread, 1270 Cleveland Ave., Hillcrest. Sdurotary.org.

Gentle yoga for seniors: 2:30 – 4 p.m., presented by The Center and Silver Age Yoga Community Outreach (SAYCO) at The San Diego LGBT Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, free. loscentrosd.org.

Mercado de agricultores de North Park: 3 – 7 p.m., in the parking lot behind CVS at 32nd Street and University Avenue, North Park, free. Northparkfarmersmarket.com.

Micrófono abierto de Kornflower: Signups at 7 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.

Liberty Toastmasters Club: 7 p.m., at Saint Paul’s Community Care Center, 328 Maple St., Bankers Hill. Libertytoastmasters.org.

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.

Cine bajo las estrellas: 8:30 p.m., classic movie screenings at 4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills. Additional showings Friday – Sunday. Tickets start at $15. topspresents.com.

viernes:

Memory Café: 10 – 11 a.m., second and fourth Fridays. Gathering place for those with memory loss, caretakers and those worried about memory problems in the Common Room at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, 4190 Front St., Hillcrest. At-will donation. Memoryguides.org y Firstuusandiego.org.

Hora del cuento preescolar: 10:30 am, en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis. biblioteca92103.org.

Square Dancing Classes: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., every Friday. No previous dance experience needed. Recital Hall, 2130 Pan American Plaza. $50 for 13 classes. 858-277-7499 or circulators.sdsda.org.

sábados 

Mercado de los sábados en el casco antiguo: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Harney Street and San Diego Avenue, Old Town, free. Also held on Sundays. 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.

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, every second Sunday this neighborhood breakfast precedes worship service and Sunday school at Normal Heights United Methodist Church, 4650 Mansfield St., Normal Heights. Email [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.

Karaoke: 8 p.m., your chance to shine on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest. Themerrow.com.  

To view local community organization meeting information online, visit: sduptownnews.com/community-organization-meetings.

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