FRIDAY – SEPT. 5
First 5 First Fridays- Spanish and Me: Recommended for ages 4 and under. Participate in an interactive Spanish language class designed for babies and toddlers! Explore a world of speaking, singing and sharing en Español! 10:30 a.m. Main Level – Lounge, New Children’s Museum, 200 W. Island Ave., Marina District. Visit thinkplaycreate.org.
After Ansel Adams: On display through Sept. 28 original photos by Ansel Adams will be up alongside the work of nine contemporary photographers who have photographed the same landscapes. Tues. – Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Museum of Photographic Arts, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit mopa.org.
Beacons of Beauty – Capturing Earth on Canvas: On display through Sept. 28 are the works of Australian native Concetta Antico. Public opening tonight at 5 p.m. with free admission and refreshments. Weds. – Sun. Noon – 4 p.m. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd, Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit womensmuseumca.org.
Libertad de viernes por la noche: Large gallery walk on first Friday of each month. Free open artist studios, galleries and performances. 5 – 8 p.m. NTC at Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd. Visit ntclibertystation.com.
SATURDAY – SEPT. 6
Cruise 4 Kids: Sports and exotic car rally benefitting the Boys and Girls Clubs of San Dieguito. The event starts at Coronado Ferry Landing and ends at a private jet hangar in Carlsbad. 7:30 a.m – 2 p.m. Visit c4ksd.com.
Vino y Lienzo: Step-by-step instruction and materials are included in this event to create 16×20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting to take home. Today’s painting: “Pink Cocktail.” No outside food or drinks, both available for purchase. $35 per person. 1 – 4 p.m. Taste and Thirst, 715 Fourth Ave., Downtown. Visit vinoycanvas.com.
SUNDAY – SEPT. 7
Música en vivo: Spanish Sundays featuring Todo Mundo. 6 p.m. Expatriate Room, Croce’s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill. Call 619-233-4355 or visit crocesparkwest.com.
MONDAY – SEPT. 8
Música en vivo: The Last Internationale and Reason to Rebel will bring down the house at one of the best rock clubs in town. Tickets $10. Doors 8:30 p.m. Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd., Midtown/Little Italy. Visit casbahmusic.com.
TUESDAY – SEPT. 9
Junta Asesora de PBID: Cada segundo martes, la Junta Asesora del Distrito de Mejoramiento Comercial de la Propiedad del Centro (PBID) ofrece al público la oportunidad de hacer comentarios al comienzo de la reunión. 3 pm 401 B St., Suite 100. Para más información visite www.downtownsandiego.org.
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight – “Sparrow Sky” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 – 9 p.m. and 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration is required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
WEDNESDAY – SEPT. 10
eReader Clinic: Learn to download library eBooks to your eReader or computer. 5 p.m. Mary Hollis Clark Conference Center, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.
Discover California Wine: In honor of California Wine Month Marina’s Kitchen is hosting a wine education series. Hour-long discussion will cover topics including wine regions, pairings and more. To reserve a seat call 619-234-1500. 6 – 7 p.m. Marina Kitchen at Marriot Marquis, 333 W. Harbor Dr., Marina. Visit marriott.com/SANDT.
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight – “Blue Orchids” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 – 9 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. For more info, visit pinturayvino.com.
THURSDAY – SEPT. 11
Downtown Parking Management Group Meeting: Discuss monthly reports, suggested changes to various parking structures, and give public comment. 11:30 a.m. Civic San Diego, 401 B Street, Suite 400 (boardroom), Downtown. For more information contact Jodi Haley, [email protected] or at 619-235-2200.
Book signing: Rosemary Wells will sign copies of her children’s book “Max & Ruby at the Warthog’s Wedding.” Books available for purchase. 6 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit supportmylibrary.org/library-shop.
Música en vivo: The Sunset Poolside Jazz Series continues every Thursday through September, set against the backdrop of Downtown’s skyline. Tonight’s performer is the gypsy swing group ZZYMZZY Quartet. 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave., Downtown. $20 food/drink minimum. Visit thewestgatehotel.com.
FRIDAY – SEPT. 12
San Diego Music Thing: The two-day music and media conference starts today with panels, featured speakers and more. Evening music performances will take place at various venues, including San Diego’s quintessential rock club the Casbah. Daytime events start at 9:30 a.m. Town and Country Resort Hotel and Convention Center, 500 Hotel Circle North, Mission Valley. Visit sandiegomusicthing.com.
SATURDAY – SEPT. 13
Coronado Art Walk: Free two-day art walk by Coronado Historical Association starts today featuring artists who work with paint, jewelry, photography and other mediums. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1st St., Coronado. Visit coronadoartwalk.org.
Club de ciencias para niñas del segundo sábado: “Super Gross” – Get ready for icky, sticky and just plain weird science! Ever dissect owl barf or determine animal scat? Here’s your chance — it’s snot that bad! Noon – 2 p.m. Reuben H. Fleet Space Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Members $12, non-members $14. Visit rhfleet.org o pre registro 619-238-1233 x806.
Skype with Daniel James Brown: Open to all – Skype with the author of the Library Shop Book Club selection The Boys in the Boat. Signed bookplates available. 1 – 2 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit supportmylibrary.org/library-shop.
Bright Star: Previews begin tonight for the world premiere of this American musical based on an original story by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Opens Sept. 28, closes Nov. 2. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $49. Visit elviejoglobo.org o llame al 619-234-5623.
SUNDAY – SEPT. 14
The Two Gentlemen of Verona: Renowned director and Tony Award nominee Mark Lamos returns to the Globe with one of Shakespeare’s most delightful and boisterous comedies. Closes tonight. 7 p.m. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $29. Visit elviejoglobo.org o llame al 619-234-5623.
MONDAY – SEPT. 15
Book Club: Meet to discuss “Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the Spending of a Great American Fortune” by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark Newell Jr. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com.
TUESDAY – SEPT. 16
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Today – “Autumn Drive” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 – 9 p.m. and 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
WEDNESDAY – SEPT. 17
Open Mic Poetry: Alchemy Poetry Series. Featured guest poets Prartho Serano and Illusive Guest. Participate in discussion and share your own poetry. Each meeting features an open mic segment. Third Wednesday of the month. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com.
THURSDAY – SEPT. 18
10th Annual Chef Showdown: Annual fundraising event kicks of Domestic Violence Awareness month. The event pits San Diego top chefs against each other in an “Iron Chef” style competition. Proceeds from the event benefit Center for Community Solutions. 6 – 9 p.m. San Diego Harley Davidson, 4645 Morena Blvd., San Diego. Visit ccssd.org.
Música en vivo: The Sunset Poolside Jazz Series continues every Thursday through SEPT. set against the backdrop of downtown’s skyline. Tonight’s performer is Gilbert Castellanos’ Hammond B3 Trio. 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave., Downtown. $20 food/drink minimum. Visit thewestgatehotel.com.
Comedy: Norm Macdonald, whose credits include writing for The Dennis Miller Show and Roseanne and working on Saturday Night Live, will perform standup for three nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $30 americancomedyco.com
FRIDAY – SEPT. 19
Música en vivo – A great way to spend a Friday night! Jazz guitarist Peter Sprague performs. 7 p.m. Expatriate Room, Croce’s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill. Call 619-233-4355 or visit crocesparkwest.com.
San Diego Padres: Padres Fall BeerFest presented by Alaska Airlines. Game against the San Francisco Giants begins at 7:10 p.m. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Tickets at padres.com.
SATURDAY – SEPT. 20
Plant Sale and Open House: Free event featuring more than 100 UCCE Master Gardeners, 4,000 plants and 15 exhibits dedicated to helping attendees to solve gardening problems. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Casa del Prado Building and adjoining patios, 1800 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit mastergardenerssandiego.org.
Book Publishing 1-2-3: A glimpse at today’s book business including traditional, electronic, and self-publishing presented by editor and publishing consultant Laurie Gibson. Writing prompts, self-assessments, handouts and more are included in workshop presented by San Diego Writers Ink. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Ink Spot, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., NTC at Liberty Station. Visit sandiegowriters.org.
The PGK Dance Project’s Mediterranean Nights: PGK celebrates their 20th anniversary and kicks off the 21st season with performances by The PGK Dance Project, Flamenco Arana, Iza Moon Dance Collective and more. Free admission with reservations. 5 – 10 p.m. Centro Cultural de la Raza, 2004 Park Blvd., Balboa Park. Visit thepgkdanceproject.org.
Belly Up at the Ball Park: The North County music venue will present a post-game concert at Petco Park featuring rockers OAR. Admission to show is free with a ticket to that day’s game against San Francisco Giants. VIP packages available. Game at 5:40 p.m., concert to begin approximately 30 min after game. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Tickets at padres.com.
SUNDAY – SEPT. 21
Semana de restaurantes de San Diego: Multiple locations around town will participate with special menus for lunch and dinner. Pre fixe two-course lunches are $10-$20 and pre fixe three-course dinners are $20-$45. Continues through Sept. 26. For a list of participating restaurants, visit sandiegorestaurantweek.com.
San Diego Padres Kids Fest, Jr. Padres Run the Bases, Jr. Padres Sunday Signings, and Military Family Salute: Come watch our Padres battle the San Francisco Giants. Sunday Signings begin at 11:30 a.m., game at 1:10 p.m. Military Family Salute presented by USAA. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Tickets at padres.com.
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Today – “Hokusai’s Surfer” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
MONDAY – SEPT. 22
Música en vivo: KSON presents an evening with country star Martina McBride. Tickets start at $45. 6:30 p.m. House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave., Downtown. Visit houseofblues.com/sandiego.
TUESDAY – SEPT. 23
Kinky Boots: This Tony Award-winning, Broadway musical opens in San Diego tonight and runs through Sept. 28. Tonight’s show is at 7:30 p.m. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1199 Third Ave., Downtown. Tickets start $34. Visit broadwaysd.com
Música en vivo: Casbah and KPRi present an eclectic evening of music with Allen Stone and Bad Rabbits. Tickets start at $24. 7 p.m. House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave., Downtown. Visit houseofblues.com/sandiego.
WEDNESDAY – SEPT. 24
San Diego Film Festival: Five-day festival starts today featuring over 100 independent films. One of two film villages will be set up in the Gaslamp Quarter. Visit sdfilmfest.com.
WOSD Film Night: Screening of “Koch Brothers Exposed: 2014 Edition” a documentary that began as viral videos focused on David and Charles Koch’s controversies surrounding their political activities and negative impact on American life. Doors at 6:30 p.m., film begins at 7 p.m. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd, Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit womensmuseumca.org.
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Today – “Pelicans in Flight” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 – 9 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
THURSDAY – SEPT. 25
Little Italy Residents Association to host District 52 Congressman Scott Peters and challenger Carl DeMaio: Peters and DeMaio will each be given 30 minutes to present why he is the best person to represent the District. Questions will be taken (time permitting). Arrive before 6 p.m. to secure a seat. Firehouse Museum, 1572 Columbia St., Little Italy. Email topics and questions to [email protected] by Sept. 22.
Música en vivo: The Sunset Poolside Jazz Series continues every Thursday through September set against the backdrop of Downtown’s skyline. Tonight’s performer is the Christopher Hollyday Quartet. 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave., Downtown. $20 food/drink minimum. Visit thewestgatehotel.com.
FRIDAY – SEPT. 26
Música en vivo: Terry Matsuoka, Cynthia Lin and the Blue Moon Allstarts, and Ukelenny perform various styles of music. 9 p.m. Lestat’s West, 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights. Visit lestats.com.
Oktoberfest: El Sun Deck en Hotel del Coronado becomes a Bavarian-style beer garden from noon to 7 p.m., starting today through the 28th. Beers from Paulaner and Karl Strauss will be available for purchase, along with Jagermeister and foods that include bratwurst, chicken schnitzel and hot pretzels. The event kicks off each day with a ceremonial keg tapping followed by live entertainment. Admission is free. Hotel del Coronoado, 1500 Orange Ave., 619-435-6611. Click here for more info on the Oktoberfest celebration.
SATURDAY – SEPT. 27
25th Annual AIDS Walk and Run: The largest HIV/AIDS fundraising event in San Diego is now held on a Saturday. New walk/run start and finish lines are located in the heart of Hillcrest. Opening ceremonies at 7:20 a.m. Races begin at Normal Street and University Avenue. Visit aidswalksd.org.
Oktoberfest: El Sun Deck en Hotel del Coronado becomes a Bavarian-style beer garden from noon to 7 p.m., continuing today through the 28th. Beers from Paulaner and Karl Strauss will be available for purchase, along with Jagermeister and foods that include bratwurst, chicken schnitzel and hot pretzels. The event kicks off each day with a ceremonial keg tapping followed by live entertainment. Admission is free. Hotel del Coronoado, 1500 Orange Ave., 619-435-6611. Click here for more info on the Oktoberfest celebration.
SUNDAY – SEPT. 28
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Today – “Mountain Peaks” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 1 – 4 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
Música en vivo: Legendary member of The Beatles Sir Paul McCartney will play a one-of-a-kind show for fans of all ages. 8 p.m. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Visit paulmccartney.com.
Oktoberfest: El Sun Deck en Hotel del Coronado becomes a Bavarian-style beer garden from noon to 7 p.m., ending today. Beers from Paulaner and Karl Strauss will be available for purchase, along with Jagermeister and foods that include bratwurst, chicken schnitzel and hot pretzels. The event kicks off each day with a ceremonial keg tapping followed by live entertainment. Admission is free. Hotel del Coronoado, 1500 Orange Ave., 619-435-6611. Click here for more info on the Oktoberfest celebration.
MONDAY – SEPT. 29
Cine Foro: Free film screening of “Least Among Saint” with special filmmaker meet and greet beforehand. 6 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit facebook.com/freelibrarymovies.
TUESDAY – SEPT. 30
Pintura y Vino: Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Today – “Sailboat on the Bay” at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 – 9 p.m. and 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit pinturayvino.com.
WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 1
Música en vivo: Ben Kweller and Holiday Mountain – a rock ‘n’ roll lineup to get you over the mid-week hump. Tickets start at $18. Doors at 8:30 p.m. . Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd., Midtown/Little Italy. Visit casbahmusic.com.
THURSDAY – OCTOBER 2
Reunión de la Junta de la Asociación de East Village: Monthly board meeting for the East Village Association. All meetings are open to the public. 5 p.m. Room 219, Thomas Jefferson School of Law, 1155 Island Ave. For more info visit aldeasdelesteandiego.com.
Comedy: Jamie Lee was named one of the “Top Five Comedians Who Should Be Movie Stars” by Nerve.com and will perform standup for three nights. Tonight’s show is at 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $18, americancomedyco.com
Weekly Events
TUESDAY
Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park: Participating museums change each Tuesday. Free for San Diego City & 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 Ferry Landing. Visit welcometocoronado.com.
WEDNESDAY
Fishermen’s Farmers’ Market: 3 – 7 p.m. 4930 N. Harbor Dr. near Nimitz Blvd. Visit facebook.com/FishermensFarmersMarket.
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 walking tour sampling some of Downtown’s finest restaurants. 21+. 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $45. Tours on Saturday also. Visit bitesandiego.com/index.php.
SÁBADO
Little Italy Mercato: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Over 100 booths, Date & India streets. Visit littleitalysd.com/mercato.
Urban Challenge/Scavenger Hunt: Explore hidden areas of the Gaslamp Quarter & 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. (10 a.m. when the Padres are at home). Visit Wheretours.com.
DOMINGO
The Headquarters Certified Farmers’ Market: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 789 W. Harbor Dr. Visit facebook.com/TheHeadquartersFarmersMarket.
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
Música en vivo: Sunday jam with The Matt Smith Neu Jazz Trio. 2 – 5 p.m., 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Littly Italy. Visit 98bottlelessd.com.
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