{"id":238223,"date":"2016-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-01-01T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sdnews.com\/downtown-calendar-january-2016\/"},"modified":"2016-01-01T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2016-01-01T08:00:00","slug":"downtown-calendar-january-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/downtown-calendar-january-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"Downtown Calendar \u2013 January 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>EVENTOS ESPECIALES<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Old Harbor Distilling grand opening<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Friday, Jan. 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The celebration for Old Harbor\u2019s grand opening will take place at SILO at Makers Quarter (753 15th St., East Village) and the nearly finished Old Harbor Sunset Bar (270 17th St., East Village). <!--more--><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9483\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9483\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Michael-Skubic-of-Old-Harbor.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9483\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9483 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/Michael-Skubic-of-Old-Harbor-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Michael Skubic in his Downtown distillery (Courtesy Old Harbor Distilling Co.)\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9483\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Michael Skubic in his Downtown distillery<br \/>(Courtesy Old Harbor Distilling Co.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A free bus will be taking attendees between the two venues for live music throughout the day by Wild Wild Wets, Diamond Lakes, Jimmy Ruelas, Dani Bell and the Tarantist and more. Tickets include one drink ticket and proceeds go to David\u2019s Harp Foundation \u2014 a nonprofit helping \u201cto inspire, educate and empower \u2018at-risk\u2019 and homeless youth to achieve academic success through music\u00a0education, sound engineering and multimedia production.\u201d The party takes place from 11 a.m. \u2013 10 p.m. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/on.fb.me\/1RBjebu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">on.fb.me\/1RBjebu<\/a>\u00a0for more information and tickets.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>San Diego International Car Show<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Through Sunday, Jan. 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9484\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9484\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/2016_Toyota_Prius_Four_Touring_02_54CECFE89DE5799B719C2EAF21ECC6C6629C98A8.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9484\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9484 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/2016_Toyota_Prius_Four_Touring_02_54CECFE89DE5799B719C2EAF21ECC6C6629C98A8-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"The new Prius (Courtesy Toyota)\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/400;\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9484\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The new Prius (Courtesy Toyota)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This year\u2019s auto show will feature over 400 different 2015 model-year vehicles, offer ride and drives, an expanded exotics salon and more. The show will be open from 10 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 1 and Saturday, Jan. 2; and 10 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 3. The car show is once again held at the San Diego Convention Center (111 W. Harbor Drive, Downtown.) Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/sdautoshow.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sdautoshow.com<\/a> para boletos y m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018Whales 3D\u2019<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Monday, Jan. 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9485\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9485\" style=\"width: 227px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/11_nWave_Whales_Still_JPG.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9485\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9485 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/11_nWave_Whales_Still_JPG-227x300.jpg\" alt=\"Whales 3D opens Jan. 4 (Courtesy The NAT)\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 227px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 227\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9485\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Whales 3D opens Jan. 4 (Courtesy The NAT)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This documentary by Jean-Michel Cousteau will be shown at the San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, Balboa Park) today through Sept. 6. The film explores everything from the coral reefs of the Bahamas to the exotic Kingdom of Tonga. The awesome film gives viewers an up-close view of humpback females with their newborn calves, singing humpback males and more. Narrated by Daryl Hannah. Admission to \u201cWhales 3D\u201d is included with admission to the museum. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/sdnhm.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sdnhm.org<\/a>\u00a0for tickets and show times.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018Sesame Street\u2019 and HBO\u2019s free museum day with performances by Elmo and friends<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Saturday, Jan. 9 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>San Diego children are invited to join Elmo and friends at a free museum day at The New Children\u2019s Museum (200 West Island Ave., Downtown) with performances by \u201cSesame Street\u201d muppets and lots of activities. The event will kick off at 10:30 a.m. with a performance and activities with another performance and set of activities at 1:30 p.m. Kids will also be invited to join \u201cSesame Street\u2019s Everyday Heroes Club\u201d which promotes acts of kindness big and small. Kids and families can then share these acts of kindness at sesameheroes.org and earn badges for \u201cmanners,\u201d \u201crespect\u201d and more. This special event will also promote the launch of the 46th season of \u201cSesame Street\u201d to begin airing on HBO and HBO Latino starting Jan. 16. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/thinkplaycreate.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">thinkplaycreate.org<\/a> para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ASD Mornings<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Sunday, Jan. 10<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The second Sunday of every month the San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, Balboa Park) opens early for adults and children on the autism spectrum (ASD) and their families, friends and caregivers. The program is designed to give members of the ASD community the chance to explore the museum in a quiet, less-crowded environment. \u201cOcean Oasis\u201d will be shown in the theater at a lower volume and with higher light levels. There will also be a \u201cquiet room\u201d from 9 a.m. \u2013 noon if visitors need a space to decompress or desensitize and attendees will receive a special gift from the museum. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/1TjvYkQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bit.ly\/1TjvYkQ<\/a>\u00a0for more information, an online RSVP form and tickets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018America\u2019s Got Talent\u2019 open auditions<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Tuesday, Jan. 12<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>NBC\u2019s \u201cAmerica\u2019s Got Talent\u201d will host Season 11 open call auditions at the San Diego Convention Center (111 W. Harbor Drive, Downtown).\u00a0San Diego is the seventh stop on a 12-city nationwide search for America\u2019s next big undiscovered entertainer. Those interested in auditioning can register for the San Diego auditions at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/agtauditions.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">agtauditions.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Career fair<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Wednesday, Jan. 13<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This free career fair is perfect for job seekers looking for opportunities in inside and outside sales, customer service and much more. Many of the companies represented offer: base plus uncapped commission pay structure, flexible work hours, full benefits, 401K, stock options, gas allowance or company car and more. The event will be held from 9 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m. at Embassy Suites Hotel (601 Pacific Hwy, Marina). Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/hirelive.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hirelive.com<\/a> para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018Nordic Landscapes\u2019 Camarada concert<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Sunday, Jan. 24<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This installation of \u201cMingle @ The Mingei\u201d will feature the chamber music ensemble Camarada performing the concert \u201cNordic Landscapes.\u201d They will perform music by Edvard Grieg, Carl Nielsen, Christian Sinding, Jean Sibelius and Kalevi Aho featuring Camarada\u2019s woodwind quintet, violin, cello and piano. Mingei International Museum (1439 El Prado, Balboa Park), 6 \u2013 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 for general admission and $25 for students, seniors, military and museum members. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/classicalmusicsandiego.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">classicalmusicsandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018J\u2019adore Little Italy\u2019 Sunday Supper\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Sunday, Jan. 24<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Parisian-inspired five-course dinner including cheese in every course will be served at The Cheese Store of San Diego (1980 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy) from 6 \u2013 8 p.m. The meal will be crafted by two guest chefs: Katie Grebow (former executive chef of Caf\u00e9 Chloe) and Amy Finley (food writer, chef and winner of the Next Food Network Star.) Event price is $69 and includes one glass of wine or beer. The Cheese Store of San Diego, 1980 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/thecheesestoresd.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">thecheesestoresd.com<\/a> para reservas.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/IMG_9104web-e1451953827177.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9537\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-9537 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/IMG_9104web-e1451953827177.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Calendar \u2013 January 2016\" width=\"254\" height=\"323\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 254px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 254\/323;\" \/><\/a>\u2018Shatner\u2019s World: We Just Live In It\u2019<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Thursday, Jan. 28<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>William Shatner\u2019s one-man show promises to deliver a larger-than-life performance complete with humor, storytelling and select musical selections in his inimitable style. Through anecdotes, songs, jokes and more,\u00a0Shatner will share the story of his path from classically trained Shakespearean actor to cultural icon. This show will be one night only at Balboa Theatre (868 Fourth Ave., Downtown) starting at 7:30 p.m. There are a limited number of VIP tickets which include a post-show meet and greet with Shatner. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/sandiegotheatres.org\/shatners-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sandiegotheatres.org\/shatners-world<\/a> for tickets starting at $44.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bands for Bernie fundraiser<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Saturday, Jan. 30 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All money collected from the sale of tickets to this fundraiser will support the Bernie Sanders election campaign. The event, from 5 \u2013 10 p.m. at the Worldbeat Cultural Center (2100 Park Blvd., Balboa Park), will include the musical acts Broken Stems, Tony Tig, Jason French, Moves Collective and Neveready. Each band is playing for free so that as much money as possible will go to Sanders\u2019 campaign. Tickets will be available at the time of the event and cost $10. This event will be all ages with a 21 and up beer garden. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/bandsforberniesd.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bandsforberniesd.com<\/a> para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2018Donny Osmond: The Soundtrack of My Life\u2019<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Sunday, Jan. 31<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Celebrating 50 years a performer, Donny Osmond is embarking on his first solo concert performance in four years.\u00a0\u201cThe Soundtrack of My Life\u201d\u00a0tour features an intimate look at Osmond\u2019s most beloved moments in entertainment, including his chart-topping solo hits. Osmond recently released his 60th studio album,\u00a0also called \u201cThe Soundtrack of My Life,\u201d which features songs that summarize his life so far, telling a story with each track. One night only at Balboa Theatre (868 Fourth Ave., Downtown), at 6 p.m. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/sandiegotheatres.org\/donny-osmond\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sandiegotheatres.org\/donny-osmond<\/a> for tickets starting at $40.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/community_meetings.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9534\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-9534 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandiegodowntownnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/community_meetings-198x1024.jpg\" alt=\"community_meetings\" width=\"198\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 198px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 198\/1024;\" \/><\/a>WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>TUESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park:<\/strong>\u00a0Participating museums change the first four Tuesdays of the month. Free for San Diego city and county residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/balboapark.org\/visit\/Tuesdays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">balboapark.org\/visit\/Tuesdays<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Coronado Certified Farmers Market:\u00a0<\/strong>2:30 \u2013 6 p.m. First and B streets at Coronado Ferry Landing. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/welcometocoronado.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">welcometocoronado.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Trivia:\u00a0<\/strong>Bring a team or play alone. 7 \u2013 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/98bottlessd.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">98bottlelessd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>WEDNESDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Comedy Open Mic:\u00a0<\/strong>Up-and-coming comics test their skills while patrons enjoy drink and appetizer specials and no cover. 8 p.m. American Comedy Company, 818 B Sixth Ave., Gaslamp. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/americancomedyco.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">americancomedyco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>THURSDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Trivia Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Bring a team or play alone. 7 \u2013 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/98bottlessd.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">98bottlelessd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>VIERNES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Weekly Downtown San Diego Partnership walkabouts:\u00a0<\/strong>Join DSDP\u2019s Clean &amp; Safe program at 10 a.m. in alternating neighborhoods: Cortez, Core, Columbia, Gaslamp, Marina and East Village. For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit downtownsandiego.org\u00a0or sign up for their newsletter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take a bite out of Downtown:\u00a0<\/strong>Hosted by food tour service Bite San Diego, join fellow foodies and winos for a historical walking tour sampling some of Downtown\u2019s finest restaurants. 21+. Noon. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bitesandiego.com\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bitesandiego.com\/index.php<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S\u00c1BADO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Little Italy Mercato:<\/strong>\u00a08 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. Over 100 booths at Date and India streets. <a href=\"http:\/\/Visitlittleitalysd.com\/mercato\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visitlittleitalysd.com\/mercato<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Gaslamp Architectural 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.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/Visitgaslampquarter.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visitgaslampquarter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>DOMINGO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rooftop Flow:\u00a0<\/strong>Dynamic yoga class by Yoga One. Hotel Solamar, 435 Sixth Ave., Downtown. 9 \u2013 10 a.m. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/yogaonesandiego.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">yogaonesandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Walk-in eReader and device assistance:\u00a0<\/strong>Free and open to the public. Bring your Android and iOS devices for hands-on learning. 2 \u2013 4 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/sandiegolibrary.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sandiegolibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>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 by Downtown News contributor Carol Williams. Enjoy free parking, lots of seating. Balboa Park\u2019s Organ Pavilion. 2 p.m. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/balboapark.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">balboapark.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2014Compiled by Jen Van Tieghem. Send items for inclusion to editor Morgan M. Hurley at\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"mailto:morgan@sdcnn.com\"><em>morgan@sdcnn.com<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: We are trying out some changes to our calendar this year. Let us know what you think by writing to morgan@sdcnn.com.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FEATURED EVENTS Old Harbor Distilling grand opening Friday, Jan. 1 The celebration for Old Harbor\u2019s grand opening will take place at SILO at Makers Quarter (753 15th St., East Village) and the nearly finished Old Harbor Sunset Bar (270 17th St., East Village).<\/p>","protected":false},"author":726,"featured_media":238224,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Downtown Calendar \u2013 January 2016","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"jnews_override_counter":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[11549,11551,11552,11600],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-238223","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-arts-entertainment","category-news","category-opinion","category-sdnews"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/238223","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/726"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=238223"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/238223\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/238224"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=238223"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=238223"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test.sdnews.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=238223"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}