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FRIDAY \u2013 March 6<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Insurance: How to Protect You and Your Business: <\/strong>Seminar by Bill Pope, a SCORE mentor, on insuring your business. Free. 1 \u2013 4 p.m. SCORE Entrepreneur Center, 550 West C St. Suite 550, Downtown. Visit sandiego.score.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY \u2013 March 7<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Family friendly yoga: <\/strong>Free class sponsored by Scripps Health and taught by Yoga One; part of Downtown San Diego Partnership\u2019s \u201cHealthy Living in the City\u201d series. Bring your own mat, all levels welcome. 9 a.m. Tuna Harbor Park, 700 North Harbor Dr., Downtown. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY \u2013 March 8<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Grandes libros de San Diego:\u00a0<\/strong>Free discussion group, open to the public. This month\u2019s topic: \u201cTo Perpetual Peace \u2014 A Philosophical Sketch\u201d by Immanuel Kant. 2 \u2013 4 p.m. Room 221, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0sandiegogreatbooks.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MONDAY \u2013 March 9<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/strong>Free screening of \u201cDear White People.\u201d 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n

TUESDAY \u2013 March 10<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Business Basics Seminar: <\/strong>Stephen Eisold on starting a business for prospective and new owners. $49-59. 9 a.m. \u2013 noon. SCORE Entrepreneur Center, 550 West C St. Suite 550, Downtown. Visit sandiego.score.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY \u2013 March 11<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cThe Women Who Keep Us Safe\u201d: <\/strong>Little Italy Residents Association (LIRA) will welcome San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis and San Diego Chief of Police Shelley Zimmerman to their general meeting. 6 p.m. (Arrive early to be seated). Firehouse Museum, 1572 Columbia St., Little Italy. Visit lirasd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

THURSDAY \u2013 March 12<\/strong><\/h3>\n

2nd Annual San Diego State of the Market: <\/strong>Real estate professionals will discuss topics regarding the real estate market. $79. 8 \u2013 11 a.m. Sapphire Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, 1 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit bisnow.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Community landfill tour: <\/strong>By the City of San Diego Environmental Services Department (additional tour April 16). 9 a.m. \u2013 noon (approximately). Email rahays@sandiego.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Coffee with a Cop: <\/strong>A chance for students to talk to San Diego Community College District Police Department officers about any safety issues. 10 \u2013 11:30 a.m. AH\/BT Quad, City College, 1313 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sdcity.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY \u2013 March 13<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lunchtime shop and stroll: <\/strong>Free, 30-minute guided walk held twice monthly by San Diego Downtown Partnership. Begins at noon at East Village Tavern and Bowl, 930 Market St. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY \u2013 March 14 <\/strong><\/h3>\n

San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering: <\/strong>The festival starts today with events all around San Diego to get kids excited about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects. Locations, times and pricing for individual events vary. Visit lovestemsd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Shamrock 2015<\/strong>: This annual St. Patrick\u2019s Day bash presented by Jameson and The Field will take over the streets of the Gaslamp with live entertainment, green beer and more. 4 p.m. \u2013 midnight. Visit sandiegoshamrock.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY \u2013 March 15<\/strong><\/h3>\n

US Grant wedding show: <\/strong>Explore four ballrooms for wedding ideas including fashion, invitations, lighting, hair and makeup and more. Includes three-course lunch with wine and a bridal fashion show. 11 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. 326 Broadway, Downtown. Visit 2015sandiegoweddingshow.eventbrite.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Barry Edelstein in conversation with Carey Perloff: <\/strong>One-night-only free event with a special discussion between Old Globe Artistic Director Barry Edelstein and Artistic Director of the American Conservatory Theater Carey Perloff. Perloff will also discuss her memoir \u201cBeautiful Chaos: A Life in the Theater\u201d and sign copies after the presentation. 4 p.m. Hattox Hall at the Karen and Donald Cohn Education Center at The Old Globe\u2019s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Visit elviejoglobo.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MONDAY \u2013 March 16 <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Book club:\u00a0<\/strong>Meet to discuss \u201cThe Ocean at the End of the Lane\u201d by Neil Gaiman. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C W. Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Visit\u00a0upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

TUESDAY \u2013 March 17 \u2013 St. Patrick\u2019s Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Irish Festival: <\/strong>In conjunction with the St. Patrick\u2019s Day parade, this family friendly event features live entertainment on two stages. 9 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m. Balboa Park. Visit stpatsparade.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY \u2013 March 18<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Omnia San Diego job fair: <\/strong>This soon-to-open nightclub by Hakkasan Group is holding a two-day job fair for front- and back-of-house positions. 1 \u2013 7 p.m. San Diego Training and Conference Center, 350 10th Ave. Suite 950, East Village. Visit facebook.com\/OmniaSanDiego<\/a>.<\/p>\n

THURSDAY \u2013 March 19<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Live music \u2013 Susan Narucki: <\/strong>Part of the \u201cArt of Music\u201d concert series by the San Diego Museum of Art in conjunction with an exhibition of the same name. Narucki is a Grammy Award-winning singer and pianist. 7 p.m. San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit sdmart.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY \u2013 March 20<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Live comedy:\u00a0<\/strong>Actor\/comedian Christopher Titus brings his newest show, \u201cAngry Pursuit of Happiness,\u201d to town for three nights. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Tickets $20.\u00a0americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY \u2013 March 21<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Auditions for 2015 Summer Shakespeare Intensive: <\/strong>The intensive is a four-week program for high school actors and actresses to hone their craft in a professional setting. Auditions today and tomorrow. 9:30 a.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m. (by appointment). Visit theoldglobe.org\/summerintensive<\/a>.<\/p>\n

San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering: <\/strong>The festival celebrating science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects wraps today with the EXPO Day. Free. 10 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village. Visit lovestemsd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe White Snake\u201d: <\/strong>Previews start tonight for this play written and directed by Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman. Opens March 26, runs through April 26. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets start at $29. Visit\u00a0elviejoglobo.org<\/a>\u00a0o llame al 619-234-5623.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY \u2013 March 22<\/strong><\/h3>\n

El arte de montar:\u00a0<\/strong>Monthly (fourth Sunday) bike ride with Bike SD to experience art, music and culture. 9:30 a.m. Decobike station 197, Fourth\u00a0Avenue and Fir Street, Bankers Hill. Visit\u00a0bikesd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MONDAY \u2013 March 23<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/strong>Free screening of \u201cGabrielle,\u201d a French film with English subtitles. 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n

TUESDAY \u2013 March 24<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cGo, Be, Write\u201d discussion: <\/strong>Author Cathy Scott will talk about publishing, social media and more. 7 p.m. Upstart Crow Bookstore and Coffeehouse, 835C West Harbor Dr., Seaport Village. Visit\u00a0upstartcrowtrading.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY \u2013 March 25<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Pel\u00edcula:\u00a0<\/strong>Each month Women Occupy San Diego (WOSD) holds a special movie night with refreshments. Tonight: \u201cBlue Gold: World Water Wars.\u201d. Doors 6:30 p.m., film 7 p.m. Women\u2019s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16, Liberty Station. Visit\u00a0womensmuseumca.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

THURSDAY \u2013 March 26<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Urban Discovery Academy fundraiser: <\/strong>A fundraiser for the k-8 school coming to Downtown. 6 p.m. Moniker Warehouse, 705 16th St., East Village. RSVP to RSVP@urbansd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY \u2013 March 27<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2018Journey to Space\u2019:\u00a0<\/strong>The debut of this giant-screen film on NASA\u2019s Space Shuttle and the future of space exploration including sending humans to Mars. Noon, 2, 4 and 6 p.m. showings. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit\u00a0rhfleet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Roca en el parque:\u00a0<\/strong>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 Earl Thomas with Michael Tiernan opening. 7:30 p.m., 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Visit\u00a0rhfleet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY \u2013 March 28<\/strong><\/h3>\n

ET Awareness Walk: <\/strong>Fundraising walk to celebrate National Essential Tremor Awareness Month. 10 a.m. Crown Point Park, Moorland Drive, Pacific Beach. Visit essentialtremor.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cA Walk on the Exposition Side\u201d: <\/strong>Four architecture tours and four expert history talks given today and tomorrow in Balboa Park (only to be repeated June 6 \u2013 7). Part of SOHO\u2019s Centennial celebration. Times and prices vary. Visit sohosandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY \u2013 MARCH 29<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Fight for Air Climb: <\/strong> A unique fundraising \u201cvertical road race\u201d to raise money for the American Lung Association. 8:30 a.m. One America Plaza, 600 W. Broadway, Downtown. Visit lung.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MONDAY \u2013 MARCH 30<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Cine Foro:\u00a0<\/strong>Free screening of \u201cOn My Way,\u201d starring Catherine Deneuve (with English subtitles). 6:30 p.m. Auditorium, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/freelibrarymovies<\/a>.<\/p>\n

TUESDAY \u2013 MARCH 31 \u2013 Cesar Chavez Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Pintura y Vino:\u00a0<\/strong>Local professional artists instruct attendees on painting a masterpiece. Tonight: \u2013 \u201cDesert Cactus.\u201d 6 \u2013 9 p.m. 21+ up. $45., Aall supplies included, registration is required. You may bring your own wine for a $15 corkage fee. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite 110. For more info, visit\u00a0pinturayvino.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY \u2013 APRIL 1 <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Good Neighbor: Taste of Downtown: <\/strong>This event will feature over 20 local restaurants, live music, guest speakers and more. Silo in Maker\u2019s Quarter, 753 13th St., Downtown. Visit makersquarter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

THURSDAY \u2013 APRIL 2 <\/strong><\/h3>\n

East Village Association Board meeting:\u00a0<\/strong>Todas las reuniones mensuales de la junta est\u00e1n abiertas al p\u00fablico. 5 pm Sal\u00f3n 219, Facultad de Derecho Thomas Jefferson, 1155 Island Ave. Visita aldeasdelesteandiego.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

TUESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

After-school activities (vocal coaching, acting and dance classes): <\/strong>A creative outlet for kids and teens. Donation based, academic support on request. 5 \u2013 7 p.m. Visit t3triplethreat.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park:<\/strong>\u00a0Participating museums change each Tuesday. Free for San Diego city and county residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit\u00a0balboapark.org\/visit\/Tuesdays<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Coronado Certified Farmers Market:\u00a0<\/strong>2:30 \u2013 6 p.m. First and B streets at Coronado Ferry Landing. Visit\u00a0welcometocoronado.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Comedy Open Mic:\u00a0<\/strong>Up-and-coming comics test their skills while patrons enjoy drink and appetizer specials and no cover. 7:30 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp.\u00a0americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fishermen\u2019s Farmers Market:\u00a0<\/strong>3 \u2013 7 p.m. 4930 N. Harbor Drive near Nimitz Boulevard. Visit\u00a0facebook.com\/FishermensFarmersMarket<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Walk-in tech assistance:\u00a0<\/strong>Free and open to the public. 5 \u2013 6:30 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0sandiegolibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Serie de m\u00fasica Young Lions:<\/strong>\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<\/strong><\/p>\n

Horton Square Certified Market:<\/strong>\u00a011 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. 225 Broadway near Broadway Circle, Downtown. Visit\u00a0sdfarmbureau.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Trivia:\u00a0<\/strong>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<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take a bite out of Downtown:\u00a0<\/strong>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 p.m. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit bitesandiego.com\/index.php<\/a>.<\/p>\n

S\u00c1BADO<\/strong><\/p>\n

Little Italy Mercato:<\/strong>\u00a08 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. Over 100 booths at Date and India streets. Visit littleitalysd.com\/mercato<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Gaslamp Walking Tour:\u00a0<\/strong>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<\/strong>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<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rooftop Flow: <\/strong>Dynamic yoga class by Yoga One. Hotel Solamar, 435 Sixth Ave., Downtown. 9 \u2013 10 a.m. Visit yogaonesandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Walk-in smartphone and tablet assistance:\u00a0<\/strong>Free and open to the public. Bring your Android and iOS devices for hands-on learning. Noon \u2013 12:30 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0sandiegolibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Outdoor organ concert:<\/strong>\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:<\/strong>\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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