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Featured events<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2018Make It Yourself\u2019 <\/strong>
\nSaturdays, starting March 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

A weekly drop-in community art class is starting today at Art Produce (3139 University Ave., North Park). All ages are welcome to experiment with a variety of media including sculpture, painting, drawing, weaving, clay and more. The classes will be held from 2 \u2013 4 p.m. and feature professional artists and educators holding various workshops. $5 suggested donation. Visit artproduce.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Screen<\/a>Upcoming events at Mission Hills Branch Library<\/strong>
\nVarious dates <\/strong><\/p>\n

Kids can improve literacy skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs at sessions on Saturday, March 12 and Saturday, March 26 from 10:30 \u2013 11:30 a.m. (Note: \u201cRead to Therapy Dogs\u201d sessions are held the second and fourth Saturday of each month). Little ones can also enjoy familiar children\u2019s songs performed by Cowboy Bob on Friday, March 18 at 10:30 a.m. They will also get to experiment with instruments. The library will have a book sale held by Friends of the Mission Hills Branch Library on Saturday, March 19 from 9:30 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m. For the grownups: the \u201cMystery Book Group\u201d will meet on Wednesday, March 23 from 6:30 \u2013 7:30 p.m. New members are welcome; books are available at the circulation desk while supplies last. Read the book before the meeting! Mission Hills Branch Library is located at 925 West Washington St. Visit facebook.com\/mhlibrary<\/a> para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n

\u2018Raise Your Glasses\u2019<\/strong>
\nTuesday, March 15<\/strong><\/p>\n

Urban Optiks Optometry will host their second annual fundraising vendor trunk show at Martinis Above Fourth (3940 Fourth Ave., Hillcrest). Over 15 vendors will showcase frames to view, try on and purchase. The event will include tray-passed hors d\u2019oeuvres, cocktails, giveaways, a silent auction and live entertainment. The beneficiary for this event is Optometry Cares \u2013\u00a0 a nonprofit organization that provides free eye exams and glasses to low-income Americans as well as performs free comprehensive vision assessments for infants. $10 suggested donation at the door. The fundraiser will be held from 5:30 \u2013 8:30 p.m. Visit\u00a0uoosd.com\/raise<\/a> to RSVP.<\/p>\n

\"Screen<\/a>Mission Hills 5K Run\/Walk<\/strong>
\ns\u00e1bado, 19 de marzo<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"A<\/a>
A photo op will be available to racers after they cross the finish line. (Photo by Karen Evenson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Mission<\/a>
Mission Hills families and Grant K-8 students training for the race (Photo by Karen Evenson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This family friendly run\/walk will start at 8 a.m. and starts and ends at Grant 5 – 8 School (1425 Washington Place). The route will take participants through scenic and historic sections of Mission Hills. This is a timed race with prizes in select categories. All proceeds from the race will benefit STEAM programs at Grant. Registration is $35 for adults and $25 for children. Visit\u00a0missionhills5k.com<\/a>\u00a0for more information and to register yourself, family or team.<\/p>\n

\u2018Whales: Giants of the Deep\u2019 exhibit opening<\/strong>
\ns\u00e1bado, 19 de marzo<\/strong><\/p>\n

This interactive exhibit will arrive at the San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, Balboa Park) today and continue through Monday, Sept 5. It will include life-size and scale models of whales, a life-size replica of the heart of a blue whale \u2013 which can be crawled through, and more. Visitors will also see ancient and contemporary artwork from the South Pacific inspired by whales, hear whale sounds and learn about their meanings, plus watch videos of these majestic creatures. The museum is open 10 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. daily. Visit sdnhm.org<\/a> for tickets and details.<\/p>\n

Live music: Yuck, Big Thief and Junk<\/strong>
\nWednesday, March 23<\/strong><\/p>\n

Soda Bar (3615 El Cajon Blvd., Normal Heights) will host this night of indie-rock featuring headliners Yuck. The London-based band has garnered praise stateside for their garage-pop-rock style. Their latest album \u201cStranger Things\u201d features a collection of raw and bold tunes laced with catchy hooks. Tickets are $12 in advance; $14 at the door. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Visit sodabarmusic.com<\/a> for tickets and facebook.com\/yuckband<\/a> for more on the band.<\/p>\n

\u2018Toasted\u2019<\/strong>
\nThursday, March 24<\/strong><\/p>\n

This wedding event is geared towards \u201cindie-minded couples\u201d who are planning personalized and unique nuptials. The vendors will include independent artisans with hand-crafted and eco friendly goods. The party-like atmosphere for Toasted aims to put brides and grooms at ease and offer respite from traditional wedding planning. There will be food samples provided, bars for getting \u201ctoasted,\u201d musical performances and more. These events are inclusive environments that welcome couples of all kinds who want to plan a celebration. The San Diego edition of \u201cToasted\u201d will be held at Brick (2863 Historic Decatur Road, Liberty Station) from 6 \u2013 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance; $18 at the door. Visit toastedweddingevent.com<\/a> para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n

Eventos recurrentes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Select dates:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Canyoneers guided nature walks:\u00a0<\/strong>These free walks are part of a countywide program by the San Diego Natural History Museum through June 26, 2016. A map and schedule of walks can be found online at\u00a0sdnhm.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

Hora del cuento cantando:\u00a0<\/strong>1:30 pm, aprenda lo que est\u00e1 pasando dentro de la mente de su beb\u00e9, fortalezca su v\u00ednculo y canten canciones juntos en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis.\u00a0biblioteca92103.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

North Park Toastmasters meeting:\u00a0<\/strong>6:30 \u2013 8 p.m., weekly meeting at St. Luke\u2019s Episcopal Church, 3725 30th St., North Park.\u00a08469.\u00a0toastmastersclubs.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Noche de micr\u00f3fono abierto:\u00a0<\/strong>7:30 pm, el micr\u00f3fono est\u00e1 abierto para usted en Lestat's Coffee House, 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, gratis.\u00a0Lestats.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Unsung Genius:\u00a0<\/strong>6:30 p.m., bi-weekly trivia hosted by Rafael Gaitan starting at 7 p.m.; $2 to play; cash, bar tab and other prizes. Karaoke to follow at 9 p.m. on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest.\u00a0Themerrow.com<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Martes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mordeduras en la acera:\u00a0<\/strong>5:30 \u2013 8:30 p.m., gathering of gourmet food trucks at 3030 Grape St., South Park.\u00a0Curbsidebites.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sabrosos martes de camiones:<\/strong>\u00a0De 6 a 9 pm, la estaci\u00f3n de servicio de Smitty alberga varios camiones de comida bajo su estructura de sombra bien iluminada, 3442 Adams Ave., Normal Heights.\u00a0Sdfoodtrucks.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Uptown Democratic Club:<\/strong>\u00a06:30 p.m., Joyce Beers Community Center hosts these meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month. New members wanted. 1220 Vermont Ave., Hillcrest.\u00a0Uptowndemocrats.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Micr\u00f3fono abierto Charlie's:<\/strong>\u00a07 \u2013 9:30 p.m. (except the third Tuesday), open mic night at Rebecca\u2019s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free.\u00a0Rebeccascoffeehouse.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

North Park Brewer\u2019s Club:\u00a0<\/strong>8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the club every second Tuesday of the month on the back patio at Thorn Street Brewery, 3176 Thorn St., North Park.\u00a0Thornstreetbrew.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

mi\u00e9rcoles:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Experiencia de mi\u00e9rcoles por la noche:\u00a0<\/strong>De 7 a 8 pm, experiencias edificantes y espiritualmente inspiradoras para todos, semanalmente en Universal Spirit Center, 3858 Front St., Hillcrest, se solicita ofrenda de amor.\u00a0Universalspiritcenter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Narraci\u00f3n:<\/strong>\u00a07 \u2013 8:45 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month featuring members of Storytellers of San Diego at Rebecca\u2019s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, Suggested $5 donation. Ages 12 and up.\u00a0Cuentacuentosdesandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

Reuniones del Club Rotario Uptown Sunrise:\u00a0<\/strong>7 am, reuni\u00f3n semanal en Panera Bread, 1270 Cleveland Ave., Hillcrest.\u00a0Sdurotary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Gentle yoga for seniors:<\/strong>\u00a02:30 \u2013 4 p.m., presented by The Center and Silver Age Yoga Community Outreach (SAYCO) at The San Diego LGBT Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, free.\u00a0loscentrosd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mercado de agricultores de North Park:<\/strong>\u00a03 \u2013 7 p.m., in the parking lot behind CVS at 32nd Street and University Avenue, North Park, free.\u00a0Northparkfarmersmarket.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Micr\u00f3fono abierto de Kornflower:<\/strong>\u00a0Signups at 7 p.m., open mic (no poetry or comedy) 7 \u2013 10 p.m. Family-friendly event at Rebecca\u2019s Coffee House, 3015 Juniper St., South Park, free.\u00a0Rebeccascoffeehouse.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Liberty Toastmasters Club:\u00a0<\/strong>7 p.m., at Saint Paul\u2019s Community Care Center, 328 Maple St., Bankers Hill.\u00a0Libertytoastmasters.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2016 San Diego Film Series:\u00a0<\/strong>7:30 p.m., every third Thursday view a film representative of Italian cinema at the Museum of Photographic Arts, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park.Sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Meditaci\u00f3n Musical Kirtan:\u00a0<\/strong>8:15 pm, cante y cante mantras contempor\u00e1neos que celebran el amor y la vida en Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga, 3287 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, se solicita donaci\u00f3n.\u00a0peregrinacionyoga.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cine bajo las estrellas:<\/strong>\u00a08:30 p.m., classic movie screenings at 4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills. Additional showings Friday \u2013 Sunday. Tickets start at $15.\u00a0topspresents.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

viernes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Memory Caf\u00e9:\u00a0<\/strong>10 \u2013 11 a.m., second and fourth Fridays. Gathering place for those with memory loss, caretakers and those worried about memory problems in the Common Room at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, 4190 Front St., Hillcrest. At-will donation.\u00a0Memoryguides.org<\/a>\u00a0y\u00a0Firstuusandiego.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hora del cuento preescolar:\u00a0<\/strong>10:30 am, en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis.\u00a0biblioteca92103.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Square Dancing Classes:\u00a0<\/strong>6:30 \u2013 8:30 p.m., every Friday. No previous dance experience needed. Recital Hall, 2130 Pan American Plaza. $50 for 13 classes. 858-277-7499 or\u00a0circulators.sdsda.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

s\u00e1bados\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mercado de los s\u00e1bados en el casco antiguo:<\/strong>\u00a09 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m., on Harney Street and San Diego Avenue, Old Town, free. Also held on Sundays.\u00a0Oldtownsaturdaymarket.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mercado de agricultores de Golden Hill:<\/strong>\u00a09:30 am \u2013 1:30 pm, en la calle B entre las calles 27 y 28, Golden Hill, gratis.\u00a0Sdmarketmanager.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tai Chi Qigong:\u00a0<\/strong>10 a.m., all skill levels welcome in Balboa Park, Upas Street and Sixth Avenue, free. Call Chris at 619-504-1557.<\/p>\n

Hora de manualidades infantiles:<\/strong>\u00a010:30 am, en la Biblioteca de Mission Hills, 925 Washington St., Mission Hills, gratis.\u00a0biblioteca92103.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alturas de la comedia:\u00a0<\/strong>8:00 p. m. a 10:00 p. m., comediantes locales toman el escenario junto a Twiggs Coffeehouse en 4590 Park Blvd., University Heights, gratis.\u00a0Comedyheights.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

domingos<\/strong><\/p>\n

Desayuno de panqueques gratis:\u00a0<\/strong>8:30 \u2013 9:45 am,\u00a0<\/strong>every second Sunday this neighborhood breakfast precedes worship service and Sunday school at\u00a0Normal Heights United Methodist Church, 4650 Mansfield St., Normal Heights. Email\u00a0nancy@nhunited.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

ASD Mornings:\u00a0<\/strong>9 a.m. \u2013 noon, every second Sunday members of the autism spectrum community are given chance to explore the museum in a quiet, less-crowded environment at the San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park.\u00a0bit.ly\/1TjvYkQ<\/a><\/p>\n

Mercado de agricultores de Hillcrest:\u00a0<\/strong>De 9 am a 2 pm, bajo la bandera del orgullo de Hillcrest, las calles Harvey Milk y Normal, gratis.\u00a0Hillcrestfarmersmarket.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Karaoke:\u00a0<\/strong>8 p.m., your chance to shine on the big stage at The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest.\u00a0Themerrow.com<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

To view local community organization meeting information online, visit:\u00a0sduptownnews.com\/community-organization-meetings<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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