FRIDAY \u2013 OCT. 3<\/b><\/p>\n
Primeros 5 primeros viernes \u2013 <\/b>Nightingale Music:\u00a0Recommended for ages 4 and under. Introduce children to a variety of music types. 10:30 a.m. Main Level \u2013 Lounge, New Children\u2019s Museum, 200 W. Island Ave., Marina District. Visit\u00a0thinkplaycreate.org<\/a>. Libertad de viernes por la noche:\u00a0<\/b>Large art walk on first Friday of each month. Free open artist studios, galleries and performances. 5 \u2013 8 p.m. NTC at Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd. Visit\u00a0ntclibertystation.com<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n Public opening of \u201cExposing Scars\u201d: <\/b>Free admission to see this new exhibit by photographer Jennifer George with wine and snacks served. Show runs through Nov. 30. 5 p.m. Women\u2019s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd, Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit\u00a0womensmuseumca.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Blue Man Group:\u00a0<\/b>The popular and unique entertainment of the Blue Man Group opens tonight and runs through Oct. 5. 7:30 p.m. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1199 Third Ave., Downtown. Tickets start $28. Visit\u00a0broadwaysd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n SATURDAY \u2013 OCT. 4<\/b><\/p>\n The Royale:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>Previews begin tonight for a new play by Marco Ramirez (Orange is the New Black) loosely based on real events. Opens Oct. 9, closes Nov. 2. 8 p.m. Sheryl and Harvey White Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $29. Visit\u00a0elviejoglobo.org<\/a>\u00a0o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/b><\/p>\n SUNDAY \u2013 OCT. 5<\/b><\/p>\n 2014 Good Food Community Fair: <\/b>Informational booths, culinary demonstrations, interactive activities for kids and more highlight this event with a focus on good, clean and fair food communities. 11 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit goodfoodfair.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n MONDAY \u2013 OCT. 6<\/b><\/p>\n Writers Networking: <\/b>Network with other writers and enjoy happy hour by the pool with this San Diego Writers, Ink event. 5:30 \u2013 7:30 p.m. The Pearl Hotel, 1410 Rosecrans St., Point Loma. Visit sandiegowriters.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/b>Free film screening of \u201cTrust Me\u201d with an all-star cast including Allsion Janney, Sam Rockwell, William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY \u2013 OCT. 7<\/b><\/p>\n Mobile office hours for Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins: <\/b>Residents are given a chance to meet Atkins\u2019 staff and receive information on state services and obtain assistance with any state-related agency.\u00a04 \u2013 5:30 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit asmdc.org\/parlante<\/a>.<\/p>\n Downtown San Diego Mobility Plan Community Workshop #2: <\/b>Workshop to learn more about the plan and latest developments. 6 \u2013 8 p.m. Civic San Diego Board Room, 401 B St., Fourth Floor, Downtown. Visit downtownsdmobility.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n San Diego Shakespeare Society:\u00a0<\/b>First Tuesday of the month. Acting workshop night. Anyone can join in or just listen. Informal caf\u00e9-style seating. Tonight \u2013 \u201cMacbeth.\u201d 6:45 \u2013 8:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>\u00a0or call 619-333-0141.<\/b><\/p>\n Taco Fights: <\/b>Four-week taco competition kicks off. Six local chefs will face off \u2014 two per week \u2014 with a champion being named on Oct. 28. Admission is free, taco tasting and voting is $6 ($10 with beer pairing). 7 \u2013 9 p.m. The Blind Burro, 639 J St., Gaslamp. Visit theblindburro.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY \u2013 OCT. 8<\/b><\/p>\n Turn It Up For Change: <\/b>W Hotels Worldwide\u2019s monthly mixer, featuring live music, kicks off in San Diego with a percentage of proceeds benefitting Human Rights Campaign’s marriage equality initiative. 6 \u2013 9 p.m. W San Diego, 421 West B St., Downtown. Visit hrc.org<\/a>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Bright Star:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>American musical based on an original story by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Tonight\u2019s show featured a post-show forum to discuss the play with members of the cast. Showing through Nov. 2. \u00a07 p.m. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $60. Visit\u00a0elviejoglobo.org<\/a>\u00a0o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/b><\/p>\n THURSDAY \u2013 OCT. 9<\/b><\/p>\n Downtown Parking Management Group Meeting:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>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, haley@civicsd.com<\/a> or at 619-235-2200.<\/p>\n Annual Alonzo Awards Dinner: <\/b>Awards to honor the people, places and projects that contributed to the advancement of Downtown in the preceding year. 5:30 p.m. San Diego Marriot Marquis and Marina, 333 West Harbor Dr., Downtown. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n San Diego Design Film Festival: <\/b>A four-day festival featuring films touching upon architecture, design and planning themes starts today. Opening night celebration at 7 p.m. 1 Columbia Place Building, 401 W. A St., Little Italy. Visit sddesignff.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Comedia en vivo:\u00a0<\/b>Well-known film, television and theater actor David Alan Grier will perform standup for three nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $20\u00a0americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY \u2013 OCT. 10<\/b><\/p>\n Celebration Under the Dome: <\/b>A special event by the San Diego Public Library Foundation featuring literary-themed food, drinks and entertainment. 6 \u2013 11 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit supportmylibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Vino y Lienzo:\u00a0<\/b>Step-by-step instruction and materials are included in this event to create a 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting to take home. Tonight\u2019s painting: \u201cAutumn Silence.\u201d No outside food or drinks \u2014 both available for purchase. $35 per person. 6 \u2013 9 p.m. Fabrison\u2019s French Creperie, 1425 India St., Little Italy. Visit\u00a0vinoycanvas.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n SATURDAY \u2013 OCT. 11<\/b><\/p>\n Club de ciencias para ni\u00f1as del segundo s\u00e1bado: <\/b>\u201cGenetic Journey\u201d \u2014 journey to the center of your cells to find out what makes you, you! Noon \u2013 2 p.m. Reuben H. Fleet Space Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Members $12, non-members $14.\u00a0 Visit rhfleet.org<\/a> o pre registro 619-238-1233 x806. \u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n SUNDAY \u2013 OCT. 12<\/b><\/p>\n Little Italy Festa!: <\/b>For 20 years the Little Italy community has opened its streets to welcome guests to celebrate all things Italian. Food, art and a Kids Fun Zone are just a few highlights. 10 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m. Visit littleitalysd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase: <\/b>Get up close and personal with some of the most iconic automobiles in history at this free event. 11 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m. Along Fifth Avenue between E and K streets. Visit gaslamp.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bike Clinic: <\/b>Hosted by the San Diego Public Library in partnership with BikeSD and Bikes Del Pueblo. 1 \u2013 4 p.m. At the bike racks of the San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit bikesd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Coronado concert series: <\/b>Free concert with Blue Frog Band, 1 \u2013 4 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St. at B Avenue.<\/b><\/p>\n MONDAY \u2013 OCT. 13<\/b><\/p>\n Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/b>Free film screening of \u201cThey Came Together\u201d starring Paul Rudd and Amy Poehler. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY \u2013 OCT. 14<\/b><\/p>\n Free Hugs Day: <\/b>Students of Paul Mitchell the School will be roaming the Gaslamp\u2019s plazas, parks and other popular spots offering free hugs to brighten people\u2019s days. Day students 11 a.m. \u2013 12 p.m., night students 5 \u2013 7 p.m. Starting at Paul Mitchell School San Diego campus, 410 A St., Downtown. Visit pmtssandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Junta Asesora de PBID: <\/b>Cada segundo martes, la Junta Asesora del Distrito de Mejoramiento Comercial de la Propiedad del Centro (PBID) ofrece al p\u00fablico la oportunidad de hacer comentarios al comienzo de la reuni\u00f3n. 3 pm 401 B St., Suite 100. Para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n visite www.downtownsandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Health and Happiness Series: <\/b>\u201cDepression vs. Sadness \u2026 Learning to Know the Difference\u201d with Dr. Christina Zampitella, FT, Psy. D is a free presentation to help recognize and manage sadness and\/or depression. 5 \u2013 7:30 p.m. The McMillin Center, 2875 Dewey Rd., Libery Station. Registration required at howellfoundation.org<\/a> or 858-412-5250.<\/p>\n The Royale:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>A new play by Marco Ramirez (Orange is the New Black) loosely based on real events. A post-show forum is included after tonight\u2019s show (additional forums on Oct. 21 and 29.) Closes Nov. 2. 7 p.m. Sheryl and Harvey White Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $29. Visit\u00a0elviejoglobo.org<\/a>\u00a0o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/b><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY \u2013 OCT. 15<\/b><\/p>\n HireLive Sales and Management Career Fair: <\/b>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. \u2013 12:30 p.m. Embassy Suites Hotel, 601 Pacific Hwy, Marina. Visit hirelive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Pintura y Vino:<\/b>\u00a0Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight \u2013 \u201cGolden Sunset\u201d at 98 Bottles in Little Italy, 2400 Kettner Blvd. Event is 6 \u2013 9 p.m. 21+. $45, all supplies included, registration required. Corkage fee $15 if you bring your own wine. Visit\u00a0pinturayvino.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Open Mic Poetry:<\/b>\u00a0Alchemy Poetry Series organized by Seretta Martin. Featured guest poets Perie Longo and Chryss Yost. 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\u00a0upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY \u2013 OCT. 16<\/b><\/p>\n OUT at the Globe:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>A pre-play mixer for LGBT theater lovers featuring a hosted wine and martini bar, appetizers and door prizes. 6:30 p.m. $20 plus cost of a ticket to Bright Star or The Royale. Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. For more information visit elviejoglobo.org<\/a> o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/b><\/p>\n FRIDAY \u2013 OCT. 17<\/b><\/p>\n Small Business Advisory Board\u2019s annual Community Outreach Meeting: <\/b>A special event to share ideas, resources and strategies to grow small businesses and brainstorm how city officials can better support small businesses. 8:30 a.m. \u2013 11:15 a.m. War Memorial Building Auditorium, 3325 Zoo Dr., Balboa Park. RSVP to lgordon@sandiego.gov<\/a> or call 619-533-6474.<\/p>\n SATURDAY \u2013 OCT. 18<\/b><\/p>\n Three Wise Men Foundation Fundraiser: <\/b>The foundation\u2019s first fundraiser will include a special workout and the launch of their \u201cGive the Change\u201d card. 9 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr., Downtown. Visit threewisementribute.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Big Bay Bash: <\/b>Free event for Fleet Week San Diego with free entertainment and games. First 500 military and dependents (with military ID) will also receive free food and a USS Midway Museum pass. 200 paid tickets for food\/Midway available at $15 each. 10 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m. Broadway Pier, 1000 N. Harbor Dr., Downtown. Visit fleetweeksandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n An Evening with Jane Lynch: <\/b>Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jane Lynch debuts her West Coast solo concert. Special guest Kate Flannery. 8 p.m. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit sandiegoteatros.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SUNDAY \u2013 OCT. 19<\/b><\/p>\n Coronado concert series: <\/b>Free concert with Nardo John, 1 \u2013 4 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street at B Avenue.<\/b><\/p>\n MONDAY \u2013 OCT. 20<\/b><\/p>\n Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/b>Free film screening of \u201cThe Signal\u201d starring Laurence Fishbourne and Olivia Cooke. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n Book Club:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>Meet to discuss \u201cTelegraph Avenue\u201d by Michael Chabon. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Visit\u00a0upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY \u2013 OCT. 21<\/b><\/p>\n Jersey Boys:<\/b> The musical about Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons returns to San Diego and runs through Oct. 26. 7 p.m. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1199 Third Ave., Downtown. Tickets start $43. Visit\u00a0broadwaysd.com<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY \u2013 OCT. 22<\/b><\/p>\n Pintura y Vino: <\/b>Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight \u2014 Picasso\u2019s \u201cThe Nude.\u201d 6 \u2013 9 p.m. and is 21+ up. Cost is $45, all supplies included, but registration is required. You may bring your own wine for a $15 corkage fee. Limited $10 discount 98BOT14. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite 110. For more info, visit pinturayvino.com<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n Pel\u00edcula: <\/b>Each month Women Occupy San Diego (WOSD) holds a special movie night with refreshments. Tonight\u2019s selection TBD. Doors at 6:30 p.m., film at 7 p.m. Women\u2019s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd, Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit\u00a0womensmuseumca.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY \u2013 OCT. 23<\/b><\/p>\n Comedia en vivo:<\/b> Comedian and improve specialist Bruce Bruce will appear for four nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $22\u00a0americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY \u2013 OCT. 24<\/b><\/p>\n Vino y Lienzo:\u00a0<\/b>Step-by-step instruction and materials are included in this event to create a 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting to take home. Tonight\u2019s painting: \u201cWildflowers.\u201d No outside food or drinks \u2014 both available for purchase. $35 per person. 6 \u2013 9 p.m. Fabrison\u2019s French Creperie, 1425 India St., Little Italy. Visit\u00a0vinoycanvas.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n SATURDAY \u2013 OCT. 25<\/b><\/p>\n Wacky Wonky Walk and Kid\u2019s Festival: <\/b>A Willy Wonka-themed walk and festival for kids host by and benefiting San Diego Center for Children. 9 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Hwy., Downtown. Visit centroparani\u00f1os.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SUNDAY \u2013 OCT. 26<\/b><\/p>\n Serie de Conciertos de Coronado: <\/b>Free concert with Teagan Taylor Band, 1 \u2013 4 p.m. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St. at B Avenue.<\/b><\/p>\n MONDAY \u2013 OCT. 27<\/b><\/p>\n Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/b>Free film screening of \u201cThe Girl on the Train\u201d starring Henry Ian Cusick. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY \u2013 OCT. 28<\/b><\/p>\n Pel\u00edcula: <\/b>The House of Spain, San Diego presents a monthly Films of Spain series. This month \u201cThe Mexican Suitcase (La Maleta Mexicana)\u201d will be shown. 7 p.m. Museum of Photographic Arts, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit\u00a0mopa.org<\/a> o facebook.com\/filmsfromspainsd<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY \u2013 OCT. 29<\/b><\/p>\n Pintura y Vino: <\/b>Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight \u2013 \u201cJack-o-Lanterns.\u201d 6 \u2013 9 p.m. and is 21+ up. Cost is $45, all supplies included, but registration is required. You may bring your own wine for a $15 corkage fee. Limited $10 discount 98BOT14. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite 110. For more info, visit pinturayvino.com<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n THURSDAY \u2013 OCT. 30<\/b><\/p>\n Comedia en vivo:\u00a0<\/b>Dan St. Germain, a regular on VH1\u2019s Best Week Ever who has an upcoming special on Comedy Central, will perform standup for four nights. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $18\u00a0americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n FRIDAY \u2013 OCT. 31<\/b><\/p>\n See our Halloween Sidebar<\/b><\/p>\n SATURDAY \u2013 NOV. 1<\/b><\/p>\n Over the Edge for Brain Cancer: <\/b>Participants, a.k.a. edgers, will raise $200,000 for San Diego-based brain cancer research by rappelling down the Grand Hyatt San Diego \u2014 the tallest building on the waterfront. Edgers raise a minimum of $1,500 to participate. 8 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m. 1 Market Place, Downtown. Visit otesandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n California Ballet Company presents Giselle: <\/b>A classical ballet repertoire performed to pre-recorded music. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. (2:30 p.m. on Sunday). Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., Downtown. Tickets start at $40. Visit sandiegoteatros.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SUNDAY \u2013 NOV. 2<\/b><\/p>\n Bright Star:<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>American musical based on an original story by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell closes. 2 & 7 p.m. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start $79. Visit\u00a0elviejoglobo.org<\/a>\u00a0o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/b><\/p>\n MONDAY \u2013 NOV. 3<\/b><\/p>\n Writers Networking: <\/b>Network with other writers and enjoy happy hour by the pool with this San Diego Writers, Ink event. 5:30 \u2013 7:30 p.m. The Pearl Hotel, 1410 Rosecrans St., Point Loma. Visit sandiegowriters.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY \u2013 NOV. 4<\/b><\/p>\n Mobile office hours for Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins: <\/b>Residents are given a chance to meet Atkins\u2019 staff and receive information on state services and obtain assistance with any state-related agency.\u00a04 \u2013 5:30 p.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit asmdc.org\/parlante<\/a>.<\/p>\n San Diego Shakespeare Society:\u00a0<\/b>First Tuesday of the month. Acting workshop night. Anyone can join in or just listen. Informal caf\u00e9-style seating. Tonight \u2013 \u201cRichard III.\u201d 6:45 \u2013 8:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>\u00a0or call 619-333-0141.<\/b><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY \u2013 NOV. 5<\/b><\/p>\n El cielo esta noche: <\/b>A monthly astronomer-led planetarium show touring the solar system with a new topic each month. This month is \u201cCelestial Illusions.\u201d 7 p.m. Reuben H. Fleet Space Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit rhfleet.org<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n THURSDAY \u2013 NOV. 6<\/b><\/p>\n Art San Diego: <\/b>Four-day annual contemporary art show kicks off today and runs through the weekend. Proceeds benefit the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Preview starts at 5 p.m. Balboa Park Activity Center, 2145 Park Blvd. Visit art-sandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Reuni\u00f3n de la Junta de la Asociaci\u00f3n de East Village:\u00a0<\/b>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\u00a0aldeasdelesteandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fun and festive Halloween events<\/b><\/p>\n Gaslamp Ghosts Walking Tour: <\/b>Every Friday Davis House historian Sanee Wilhoit takes brave souls on a walking tour of ghostly sites Downtown. The tour includes hotels, saloons and more and ends inside the \u201cmost haunted edifice\u201d of the Gaslamp \u2014 the William Heath Davis House. 5:30 p.m. Visit gaslampcuarto.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oct. 8, 15 & 22: Silent Screams<\/b><\/p>\n The Whaley House will screen horror and suspense films from the Silent Era. Showings at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and include the Whaley House Tour. Oct. 8: \u201cDr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,\u201d Oct. 15: \u201cThe Cat and the Canary\u201d and Oct. 22: \u201cThe Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.\u201d Whaley House, 2476 San Diego Ave., Old Town. Visit whaleyhouse.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oct. 10, 11, 17 & 18: Ghost Hunting Tour<\/b><\/p>\n A 90-minute paranormal investigation of San Diego\u2019s most famous haunted site. Hear the history of the spirits of the house, learn how to use investigation tools and more. 10:30 p.m. \u2013 12 a.m. Whaley House, 2476 San Diego Ave., Old Town. Visit whaleyhouse.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oct. 26: Halloween Family Day<\/b><\/p>\n More than two-dozen participating locations in Balboa Park will present tours, storytelling, parades and contests with Halloween themes. Kids in costume (accompanied by an adult) will receive a free give a the Balboa Park Visitors Center. 11 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit balboapark.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oct. 30: Halloween Reading<\/b><\/p>\n A special reading of Alvin Schwartz\u2019s \u201cScary Stories to Tell in the Dark.\u201d The collection from 1981 includes Schwartz\u2019s adaptations of folklore and urban legends. 6:30 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Free. Visit upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>\u00a0or call 619-333-0141.<\/b><\/p>\n Oct. 31: Monster Bash <\/b><\/p>\n This annual event takes over Gaslamp and East Village with eight blocks of festivities. A costume contest for $5,000 cash, 17 DJs and more highlight this event. VIP and general admission tickets available. 6 p.m. \u2013 12 a.m. Visit sandiegomonsterbash.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oct. 31: San Diego Zombie Crawl 2014<\/b><\/p>\n Tickets include entrance to 20 Halloween Parties in Downtown with an opening part at A.D. Nightclub (905 4th Ave.) and a closing celebration at Stingaree (454 6th Ave.). Drink specials, welcome shots, extended happy hours and more will be available at various stops within walking distance. Visit sandiegozombiecrawl.com<\/a> for tickets, use promo code \u201cEVA14\u201d for $10 off and no service fees.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS<\/b><\/p>\n TUESDAY<\/b><\/p>\n Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park:<\/b>\u00a0Participating museums change each Tuesday. Free for San Diego City & County residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit\u00a0balboapark.org\/visit\/Tuesdays<\/a>.<\/p>\n Coronado Certified Farmers\u2019 Market:\u00a0<\/b>2:30 \u2013 6 p.m. First and B streets at Ferry Landing. Visit\u00a0welcometocoronado.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Comedy Open Mic: <\/b>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<\/a>.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY<\/b><\/p>\n Fishermen\u2019s Farmers\u2019 Market:\u00a0<\/b>3 \u2013 7 p.m. 4930 N. Harbor Dr. near Nimitz Blvd. Visit facebook.com\/FishermensFarmersMarket<\/a>.<\/p>\n Serie de m\u00fasica Young Lions:<\/b>\u00a0A \u201cyoung rising star\u201d is chosen by Gilbert Castellanos to perform. Castellanos will also join in during the first set. 7 p.m. Expatriate Room, Croce\u2019s Park West, 2760 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill. Call 619-233-4355 or visit\u00a0crocesparkwest.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY<\/b><\/p>\n Horton Square Certified Market:<\/b>\u00a011 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. 225 Broadway near Broadway Circle, Downtown. Visit\u00a0sdfarmbureau.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Trivia:\u00a0<\/b>Bring a team or play alone. 7 \u2013 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit\u00a098bottlelessd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n VIERNES<\/b><\/p>\n Take a bite out of Downtown:\u00a0<\/b>Hosted by food tour service Bite San Diego, join fellow foodies and winos for a walking tour sampling some of Downtown\u2019s finest restaurants. 21+. Noon \u2013 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit bitesandiego.com\/index.php<\/a>.<\/p>\n S\u00c1BADO<\/b><\/p>\n Little Italy Mercato:<\/b>\u00a08 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. Over 100 booths, Date & India streets. Visit littleitalysd.com\/mercato<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Headquarters Certified Farmers\u2019 Market:\u00a0<\/b>10 a.m. \u2013\u00a02 p.m. 789 W. Harbor Dr. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/TheHeadquartersFarmersMarket<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Gaslamp Walking Tour: <\/b>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<\/a>.<\/p>\n Urban Challenge\/Scavenger Hunt:\u00a0<\/b>Explore hidden areas of the Gaslamp Quarter & East Village and learn the unique history behind the Stingaree District.\u00a0There are NO \u201cFear factor\u201d tasks in this adventure. It\u2019s all about having fun and seeing secret San Diego. 3 p.m. Visit\u00a0Wheretours.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n DOMINGO<\/b><\/p>\n Outdoor Organ Concert:<\/b>\u00a0The 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\u2019s Organ Pavilion. 2 p.m. Visit\u00a0balboapark.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n M\u00fasica en vivo:<\/b>\u00a0Sunday jam with The Matt Smith Neu Jazz Trio. 2 \u2013 5 p.m., 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Littly Italy. Visit\u00a098bottlelessd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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