COMMUNITY/CIVIC Today, March 19, 10:30 a.m., the Point Loma Peninsula Republican Women holds its monthly meeting with a guest speaker to be determined. A no-host lunch follows the meeting at the Point Loma Cafe, 4865 Harbor Drive. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call (619) 224-0714. Today, March 19, 4 to 8 p.m., the Peninsula Community Planning Board (PCPB) holds a board election for five open seats. The election takes place at the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 523-9180, (619) 222-2240, or visit www.pcpb.net. Today, March 19, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m., regular meeting of the Peninsula Community Planning Board (PCPB). Copies of the agenda are posted at the meeting site, the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 222-2240, or visit www.pcpb.net. Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Point Loma American Cancer Society Resale Shop hosts “Glam It Up,” a designer-label event. All proceeds go to cancer research and education. Refreshments will be served at the store, 3609 Midway Drive, Suite C. For more information, call (619) 224-4226. Saturday, March 21, 1 p.m., Friends of Famosa Slough hosts a bird walk at the slough. The easy walk provides good views of a variety of birds and salt-marsh habitats. Residents are asked to meet at the first bench on Famosa Boulevard south of the intersection with 4301 West Point Loma Blvd. For more information, call (619) 224-4591 or visit www.famosaslough.org. Saturday, March 21, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., the Jenna Druck Foundation hosts its 12th annual “Spirit of Leadership” high school conference recognizing 300 young women throughout the county for emerging leadership qualities in academics, sports, arts or other extracurricular activities. The keynote speaker will be original Freedom Writer Maria Reyes. The conference takes place at the Marina Village Conference Center, 1936 Quivira Way. For more information, call (619) 294-8000, e-mail [email protected]. Saturday, March 21, noon, the Ocean Beach Historical Society hosts its annual Wisteria Tea Party at the home of historical society vice chair Ned Titlow, 4761 Niagara Ave. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Point Loma Methodist Church, 1984 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. A $5 donation is suggested. For more information, call (619) 225-1753, or visit www.obhistory.wordpress.com. Sunday, March 22, 4 p.m., Point Loma Democratic Club hosts regular meeting with guest speaker Capt. Matt Brown, director of the Navy’s public affairs for the southwest region. Brown will speak on the Broadway Complex plan and the military’s role in the San Diego economy. For more information, call (619) 222-9344. Sunday, March 29, the Southwestern Yacht Club (SWYC) hosts the first of a three-day Benefit on the Bay 2009 to benefit San Diego Hospice and the Institute for Palliative Medicine. On March 29, the SWYC launches the 22nd annual Charity Bay Race and Regatta — a challenging 10-mile course and the second-largest charity regatta in the nation. Tickets are $15; race entry is $60. Other events are slated for Saturday, April 18 and Saturday, April 25. The SWYC is located at 2702 Qualtrough St. For more information, call (619) 222-0438 or visit www.southwesternyc.org. Monday, March 30, 6 p.m., Ocean Beach Library Book Club meets to discuss “Luncheon of the Boating Party” by Susan Vreeland. Copies are available for checkout at the Ocean Beach Library, 4801 Santa Monica St. For more information, call (619) 531-1532. Thursday, April 2, 6 p.m., Point Loma Masonic Lodge No. 620 hosts the 2009 Awards Dinner to honor the peace officer and fireman of the year. The dinner will be swiss steak and the $8 charge includes coffee or tea. The event takes place at the lodge, 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. Reservations must be made no later than Friday, March 27. For reservations, call (619) 223-1569 between noon and 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. SCHOOLS DANA • Through March 20, 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., preregistration for 2009-10 schoolyear for out-of-cluster elementary school students and Barnard Elementary School students. • Today, March 19, all day, Career Fair featuring 35 volunteer professionals from the community, many of whom are Dana parents. • Today, March 19, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., GATE meeting in library. • Wednesday, March 25, 9 a.m., principal’s coffee in the P.D. room; 4:15 p.m., SSC/SGT meeting. • Thursday, March 26, 6:30 p.m., Parent/Child Book Club in library. • Friday, March 27, 7 p.m., guitar benefit concert featuring renowned artists Robert Wetdel, Fred Benedetti, Glen Fisher, Grant Fleener, Bill Cobb and Dana students. Tickets are $10. LOMA PORTAL • Today, March 19, 1:05 to 1:30 p.m., pizza and bake sales after school. • Tuesday, March 24, 3:35 to 4 p.m., popcorn sales after school. • Friday, March 27, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Multicultural Festival featuring different foods, dances, music and games from across the world. • Thursday, March 26, 1:05 to 1:30 p.m., pizza and bake sales after school. OB ELEMENTARY • Friday, March 20, kindergarten field trip to Victoria’s Garden. • Saturday, March 21, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Spring Fling Carnival, silent auction and dinner. • Tuesday, March 24, 2:30 p.m., SSC/SGT meeting, Garden Club meeting, yoga. • Wednesday, March 25, 2:30 p.m., Chess Club; 4th-graders to San Juan Capistrano. • Thursday, March 26, Bank Day; Spanish, art and dance after-school clubs meet. SACRED HEART ACADEMY • Friday, March 20, 6 to 9 p.m., SHA family potluck dinner. • Monday, March 23, 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Parish penance service at Sacred Heart Church. • Wednesday, March 25, after-school band classes. • Thursday, March 26, 8 a.m., all-school Mass at Sacred Heart Church; 9 a.m., National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony at Sacred Heart Church. • Friday, March 27, 3rd-graders to Lux Art Institute. • Tuesday, March 31, report cards sent home. SILVER GATE • Friday, March 27, student council dress-up day; 7:45 a.m., principal’s chat for parents of 4th-graders. SUNSET VIEW • Friday, March 27, 5 to 11 p.m., the Sunset View Foundation hosts its 12th annual fundraising dinner and auction at the Kona Kai Resort and Spa. The event benefits the 400 students of Sunset View through funding for enrichment programs, computer program, art instruction, science program, librarian and books. The Kona Kai is located at 1551 Shelter Island Drive. Reservations are $60 after March 10 and $100 for table sponsorships. For reservations, visit www.sunsetviewelementary.com. ST. CHARLES BORROMEO • Friday, March 20, “Simple Elegance” dinner auction at Admiral Kidd Club. • Monday, March 23, 6 p.m., grade 2 sacramental preparation meeting. • Wednesday, March 25, Family Dinner Night. • Thursday, March 26, SDUSD school board meeting. • Tuesday, March 31, 2009-10 registration fees due. WARREN-WALKER • Sunday, March 22, 2 to 4 p.m., Family Day. • Monday, March 23, Japanese tea ceremony at the middle school. • Wednesday, March 25, Dr. Chris Miller, director of the Boys Institute for Growth, lectures on “Boys’ Social Development.” • Wednesday, March 25, open house at middle school, all families welcome. • Friday, March 27, 1st-grade play; 1:30 p.m., “Journey to the Land Before Time.” The public is invited. To reserve a spot, call (619) 223-3663. • March 28-April 4, 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City. • Thursday, April 2, 8:30 a.m., 77th annual Pet Day, including a parade around the Point Loma campus. • Friday, April 17, 6 p.m., WWPA Parent Party at the Admiral Kidd Club. SENIORS Thursday, March 26, 10 a.m. to noon, the Peninsula Shepherd Senior Center hosts a series of activities for seniors at St. Peter’s by the Sea, 1371 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard. Blood pressure checks from 10 to 11 a.m.; 10:30 to 11 a.m., chair exercises with a Peninsula YMCA instructor; 10 to 11 a.m., Bible study; 10 to 11 a.m., fellowship period; 11 a.m. to noon, musical program followed by lunch at noon. Lunch is $5 and reservations are required before Tuesday, March 24 by calling the senior program office at (619) 223-1640. A $2 donation is suggested if participants are attending only for the entertainment. Monday, March 16, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Peninsula Shepherd Senior Center hosts the Needlers program, where seniors are encouraged to bring needle and thread or hook and yarn and prepare to socialize. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch; beverages and desserts are provided. Beginners are welcome and tutors are available. The event takes place at the All Souls’ Episcopal Church, 1475 Catalina Blvd. For information, call (619) 223-1640. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m., the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library hosts the Kensington Trio in concert. The Kensington Trio has been performing classical music since 2001 and has appeared in concerts throughout the greater San Diego area. The free event takes place at the library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 531-1539. Through March 31, Point Loma Artists Exhibition, a show of three-dimensional art, including ceramics, glass and papier-mache paintings in display cases. The exhibit takes place at the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 531-1539. Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library hosts “Art in April,” a multimedia art show and sale featuring paintings, pottery, sculpture, weavings and demonstrations by members of Point Loma Artists. The free event takes place on the library lawn, 3701 Voltaire St., with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the library. For more information, call (619) 531-1539. VENUES Cane’s Bar & Grill, 3105 Ocean Front Walk, (858) 488-4458 • Today, March 19, 8 p.m., Blue Sky Blonde performs with Stolen and Mad Martigan. Tickets are $8. • Monday, March 23, 8 p.m., H.R. (“Human Rights”) performs. Ticket prices unavailable. • Thursday, March 26, 8 p.m., A Scribe Amidst the Lions performs with Endoxi, The New Lead, Detectives and RunHoney. Tickets are $6. • Friday, March 27, 9 p.m., Strangers performs with Mike Pinto and Project Out of Bounds. Tickets are $10 in advance; $12 at the door. • Saturday, March 28, 9 p.m., Candelbox performs with Royal Bliss and Jet Black Stare. Tickets are $25. • Sunday, March 29, 8 p.m., Biohazard performs with Canobliss and One Inch Pump. Tickets are $18 in advance; $20 at the door. • Monday, March 30, 8 p.m., Less Than Jake & The Expendables performs with The Flatliners. Tickets are $20. Club Riley’s, 2901 Nimitz Blvd., (619) 255-8635 • Mondays, 9 p.m., CTK Comics That Kill comedy show. The cover charge is $5 and includes free pool. Winston’s, 1921 Bacon St., (619) 222-6822 • Wednesday, March 25, The Journeymen (made up of Bill Ray, former drummer for Ike Turner and funk band Tubby and Bay Area keyboardist Neil MacPherson) perform with The Akademix and The Samadhi Trio. Tickets are $7.