FRIDAY – MAY 1

Libertad de viernes por la noche: Large art walk on the first Friday of each month. Free open artist studios, galleries and performances. 5 – 8 p.m. NTC at Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Road. Visit ntclibertystation.com.

Exhibit ‘Through A Mother’s Eye’: Free admission to see this exhibit with wine and snacks served. 5 p.m. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit womensmuseumca.org.

SATURDAY – MAY 2

‘What’s the big IDEA?’ workshop: Free community workshop exploring “active urban planning opportunities” in upper East Village. 9 a.m. – noon. NewSchool of Architecture and Design Auditorium, 1249 F St., East Village. Visit sdaf.wildapricot.org.

Tacos and Tequila Festival: Event includes margarita and beer samples plus signature tacos from local restaurants; plus entertainment by live bands and a DJ. $35. 1 – 5 p.m. SILO in Makers Quarter, 753 15th St., East Village. Visit fabricantescuartos.com.

SUNDAY – MAY 3

‘Once Upon A Tiempo Mariachi Spectacular’: Classic 4 Kids presents one of three seasonal concerts conducted by Dana Zimbric and performed by the Classics Philharmonic Professional Symphony Orchestra. 2 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., Downtown. Visit classics4kids.com.

MONDAY – MAY 4

Cine Foro: Free screening of “A Most Violent Year” starring Jessica Chastain and Albert Brooks. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit facebook.com/freelibrarymovies.

TUESDAY – MAY 5 — CINCO DE MAYO

Cinco de Mayo Concert in the Park: Free concert with ensembles from the SDSU School of Music and Dance. 6 p.m. Spreckels Organ Pavilion, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit psfa.sdsu.edu.

San Diego Shakespeare Society: First Tuesday of the month. Acting workshop night. Anyone can join in or just listen. Informal café-style seating. Tonight – “King Lear.” 6:45 – 8:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C W. Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com or call 619-333-0141.

‘Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella’: The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical opens tonight with additional performances May 6 – 10. 7 p.m. Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., Downtown. Visit sandiegoteatros.org.

WEDNESDAY – MAY 6

Career Accelerator Series: Three-part series hosted on consecutive Wednesdays by business professionals and other facilitators from the San Diego area. Noon – 2 p.m. Additional sessions on May 13 and 20. Co-Merge Workplace, 330 A St., Downtown. Visit sd6degrees.com.

THURSDAY – MAY 7

HireLive Sales and Management Career Fair: Free event for job seekers with opportunities for inside and outside sales reps, account executives, retail managers, customer service and much more. 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Embassy Suites Hotel, 601 Pacific Hwy, Marina. Visit hirelive.com.

Architectural Precedents for Balboa Park: A presentation on the inspiration from Spain, Mexico and Egypt on the architecture and gardens of Balboa Park with presenter David Marshall. 6 – 7 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.

Gator by the Bay: This annual zydeco, blues and crawfish festival starts tonight and continues through the weekend. Spanish Landing Park on North Harbor Drive, Downtown. Visit gatorbythebay.com.

FRIDAY – MAY 8

Lunchtime shop and stroll: Free, 30-minute guided walk held twice monthly by San Diego Downtown Partnership. Begins at noon at Bubs at the Ballpark, 715 J St., East Village. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org.

SATURDAY – MAY 9

Walk for the Animals: Paws in the Park: A two-mile walk hosted by San Diego Humane Society raising funds for homeless animals. 7 a.m. NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Road. Visit sdhumande.org/walk.

San Diego Ballet 25th anniversary gala: Event will include cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing. 4:30 p.m. The Westin Gaslamp Quarter, 910 Broadway Circle. Visit sandiegoballet.org.

‘Arms and The Man’: Previews start tonight for this romantic comedy by George Bernard Shaw. Opens May 14, runs through June 14. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $29. Visit elviejoglobo.org o llame al 619-234-5623.

SUNDAY – MAY 10 – MOTHER’S DAY

Mother’s Day cruises: Hornblower offers three brunch cruises and an evening dinner cruise for Mother’s Day. Brunch times begin at 9 a.m., the dinner cruise boards at 5:30 p.m. Visit hornblower.com.

Grandes libros de San Diego: Free discussion group, open to the public. This month’s reading: “The Rat Man Case Study” based on the work of Sigmund Freud. 2 – 4 p.m. Room 221, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegogreatbooks.net.

MONDAY – MAY 11

The Gaslamp Hogue Golf Tournament: This serves as a fundraiser for the Gaslamp Quarter Association and gives Gaslamp businesses a chance to meet one another. Noon. Riverwalk Golf Club, 1150 Fashion Valley Road. Visit gaslamp.org/gaslamp-golf.

Cine Foro: Free screening of “You’re Not You” starring Hilary Swank, Emmy Rossum and Josh Duhamel. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit facebook.com/freelibrarymovies.

TUESDAY – MAY 12

Globe Guilders Fashion Show: Proceeds from this fashion show benefit the artistic and education programs of The Old Globe. 10 a.m. Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel, 1 Park Blvd., Marina District. Visit globeguilders.org.

WEDNESDAY – MAY 13

Vino y Lienzo: Step-by-step instruction and materials included, create 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting. Tonight: “Ocean Beach Pier.” No outside food or drinks — both available for purchase. $35 per person. 6 – 9 p.m. Fifty Seven Degrees – 1735 Hancock St., Middletown. Visit vinoycanvas.com.

THURSDAY – MAY 14

‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A twice monthly yoga class and outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 6 p.m. Horton Square/NBC Plaza, 225 Broadway Circle, Downtown. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org.

FRIDAY – MAY 15

Vino y Lienzo: Step-by-step instruction and materials included, create 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting. Tonight: “Spring Blossoms.” No outside food or drinks — both available for purchase. $35 per person. 6 – 9 p.m. Fabrison’s French Creperie, 1425 India St., Little Italy. Visit vinoycanvas.com.

SATURDAY – MAY 16

‘Star Wars’ Day: The Central Library is hosting their second annual “Star Wars” Day with costumed guests, crafts, Jedi storytime, and a costume contest. Noon – 4 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiego.gov/public-library.

San Diego Padres: Come watch our Padres battle the Nationals at 5:40 p.m., and get a Padres hoodie presented by Toyota. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Tickets at padres.com.

SUNDAY – MAY 17

Brew Rendezvous: Third annual event by Community Health Improvement Partners featuring food and craft beer. 1 – 4 p.m. SILO in Makers Quarter, 753 15th St., East Village. Visit SDChip.org/brew.

‘Broadway, Our Way’: Frenchie Davis will join the San Diego Women’s Chorus for this fundraising performance benefitting the Lesbian Health Initiative of the San Diego Human Dignity Foundation. 7 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit sandiegoteatros.com.

MONDAY – MAY 18

Spring wine and dinner series: This installment explores wines of Burgundy including Chablis, Cote de Nuit and Cote de Beaune. 6:30 p.m. Stake Chophouse, 1309 Orange Ave., Coronado. Visit stakechophouse.com.

TUESDAY – MAY 19

Comedia en vivo: Actor-comedian John Leguizamo presents “Latin History for Dummies – A Reading and Work in Progress.” Performing for three nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $25. americancomedyco.com.

WEDNESDAY – MAY 20

Grunion run: These events follow high tides when the grunions come for a mating ritual on shore. $14 for members, $16 for the public. 10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Birch Aquarium, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Visit acuario.ucsd.edu.

THURSDAY – MAY 21

‘Recipe for a Healthy and Delicious Spring’ cooking class: Free monthly class by Scripps nutritionists. This month features: steak and veggie kabobs, grilled romaine and quick, frozen strawberry yogurt. 6 p.m. Jimbo’s… Naturally!, 324 Horton Plaza, Downtown. Visit downtownsandiego.org/healthyscripps.

FRIDAY – MAY 22

Roca en el parque: For the second year, this concert series will bring a variety of bands to Reuben H. Fleet Science Center once a month. This show features Steve Poltz with Michael Tiernan opening. 7:30 p.m., 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit rhfleet.org.

SATURDAY – MAY 23

‘Rich Girl’: Previews start tonight for this retelling of the Henry James novel “Washington Square.” Opens May 28, runs through June 21. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $29. Visit elviejoglobo.org o llame al 619-234-5623.

Investigación Paranormal: Once a month, these investigations visit the “most haunted house in the Gaslamp.” The tour lasts two hours and guests can bring cameras and video and digital recorders but no professional media equipment. Limited to 20 people. 10 p.m. William Heath Davis House, 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampcuarto.org.

SUNDAY – MAY 24

Serie de Conciertos de Coronado: Free concert with Three Chord Justice, 2 – 5 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St. at B Avenue. Visit coronadoferrylandingshops.com.

MONDAY – MAY 25 – MEMORIAL DAY

Memorial Day BBQ Brunch Cruise: This event will include a BBQ brunch buffet, free flowing champagne and beer and DJ entertainment aboard a Hornblower yacht. Boarding 10:30 a.m. Hornblower Landing at Grape Street Pier, 1800 N. Harbor Drive, Marina District. Visit hornblower.com.

TUESDAY – MAY 26

Música en vivo: ListenLocalRadio.com presents a showcase of local talents including Heartbeat Dupree, Levi James, Jagged Lines, Jessica Hull Band and Shifty-Eye Dogs. No cover. 7 – 11 p.m. House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., Downtown. Visit houseofblues.com/sandiego.

WEDNESDAY – MAY 27

Voices for Children presents ‘The Real World’: This special event will include foster care children speaking about the importance of CASAs (Court Appointed Special Advocates). 6 – 7:30 p.m. Ninth Floor, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Register at 858-598-2235. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.

THURSDAY – MAY 28

Contractors, Developers and Designers Mixer: A mixer for members of the Downtown San Diego Partnership celebrating the aforementioned careers. 5 – 7 p.m. Cavignac and Associates, 450 B St., 18th floor, Downtown. RSVP (required) to [email protected].

FRIDAY – MAY 29

Lunchtime shop and stroll: Free, 30-minute guided walk held twice monthly by San Diego Downtown Partnership. Begins at noon at The Headquarters, 789 West Harbor Drive, Marina District. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon weekend: This weekend event starts with a health and fitness expo opening today at the San Diego Convention Center (Halls B – 2C) and continuing with a 5k on Saturday and the marathon and half marathon on Sunday. Visit runrocknroll.competitor.com/san-diego.

SATURDAY – MAY 30

Gaslamp Neighborhood Clean Up: Volunteer event presented by Downtown Ace Hardware. 8 a.m. Pocket Park at the Gaslamp Museum, 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp Quarter. Visit gaslamp.org/cleanup or call 619-233-5227.

‘Stretch Yourself’ yoga classes: A twice monthly yoga class and outdoor locations throughout Downtown. 9 a.m. The Headquarters, 789 West Harbor Drive, Marina District. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org.

Craft Beer ‘n’ Bites: The fourth edition of this event will feature 15 of San Diego newest breweries along with food trucks, games, live music and art. $25. 3 – 7 p.m. SILO in Makers Quarters, 753 15th St., East Village. Visit makersquarter.com.

SUNDAY – MAY 31

Serie de Conciertos de Coronado: Free concert with Ginger Cowgirl and The Silver Spurs, 2 – 5 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St. at B Avenue. Visit coronadoferrylandingshops.com.

JUNE – 1

Música en vivo: Canadian rock band Mother Mother and local alt-rockers The Verigolds perform. 9 p.m. Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit casbahmusic.com.

JUNE – 2

San Diego Shakespeare Society: First Tuesday of the month. Acting workshop night. Anyone can join in or just listen. Informal café-style seating. Tonight – “Upstart Crow Idol” – read in front of three judges. 6:45 – 8:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C W. Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com or call 619-333-0141.

JUNE – 3

‘Drop dead delicious knock-offs’ baking class: Lesson on preparing home made versions of Ding Dongs, Ho Hos and Oreos. $75. 6 – 9 p.m. Bake Sale, 815 F St., Downtown. Visit bakesalesd.com.

JUNE – 4

East Village Association Board meeting: Todas las reuniones mensuales de la junta están abiertas al público. 5 pm Salón 219, Facultad de Derecho Thomas Jefferson, 1155 Island Ave. Visita aldeasdelesteandiego.com.  

WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS

TUESDAY

After-school activities (vocal coaching, acting and dance classes): A creative outlet for kids and teens. Donation based, academic support on request. 5 – 7 p.m. Visit t3triplethreat.com.

Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park: Participating museums change each Tuesday. Free for San Diego city and county residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit balboapark.org/visit/Tuesdays.

Coronado Certified Farmers Market: 2:30 – 6 p.m. First and B streets at Coronado Ferry Landing. Visit welcometocoronado.com.

Comedy Open Mic: Up-and-coming comics test their skills while patrons enjoy drink and appetizer specials and no cover. 7:30 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. americancomedyco.com.

WEDNESDAY

Fishermen’s Farmers Market: 3 – 7 p.m. 4930 N. Harbor Drive near Nimitz Boulevard. Visit facebook.com/FishermensFarmersMarket.

Walk-in tech assistance: Free and open to the public. 5 – 6:30 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.

Serie de música Young Lions: A “young rising star” is chosen by Gilbert Castellanos to perform. Castellanos will also join in during the first set. 7 p.m. Expatriate Room, Croce’s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill. Call 619-233-4355 or visit crocesparkwest.com.

THURSDAY

Horton Square Certified Market: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 225 Broadway near Broadway Circle, Downtown. Visit sdfarmbureau.org.

Trivia: Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit 98bottlelessd.com.

VIERNES

Take a bite out of Downtown: Hosted by food tour service Bite San Diego, join fellow foodies and winos for a historical walking tour sampling some of Downtown’s finest restaurants. 21+. Noon – 3 p.m. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit bitesandiego.com/index.php.

SÁBADO

Little Italy Mercato: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Over 100 booths at Date and India streets. Visit littleitalysd.com/mercato.

The Gaslamp Walking Tour: Stops on this tour include architecturally significant structures from the 1800s including Old City Hall, the Keating Building, William Heath Davis House Museum and more. 11 a.m. 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampcuarto.org.

Urban Challenge/Scavenger Hunt: Explore hidden areas of the Gaslamp Quarter and East Village and learn the unique history behind the Stingaree District. There are no “Fear Factor” tasks in this adventure. It’s all about having fun and seeing secret San Diego. 3 p.m. Visit Wheretours.com.

DOMINGO

Rooftop Flow: Dynamic yoga class by Yoga One. Hotel Solamar, 435 Sixth Ave., Downtown. 9 – 10 a.m. Visit yogaonesandiego.com.

Walk-in smartphone and tablet assistance: Free and open to the public. Bring your Android and iOS devices for hands-on learning. Noon – 12:30 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.

Outdoor organ concert: The San Diego Organ Society presents a free organ concert. With over 4,500 pipes, this organ is one of the largest organs in the world with wonderful sound, playing classic and popular hits. Enjoy free parking, lots of seating. Balboa Park’s Organ Pavilion. 2 p.m. Visit balboapark.org.

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