POL\u00cdTICO
Sunday, Aug. 26, 4 p.m., Point Loma Democratic Club hosts end-of-summer party\/meeting. Prof. Carl Luna speaks about 2008 election. Participants are asked to bring a potluck dish plus $5 or $10; the club provides hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks. Event takes place at 518 Rosecrans St. For more information, call (619) 222-7230.
DEPORTES
Saturday, Aug. 25, 7 a.m., Sunset Cliffs Surfing Association hosts fourth annual Gromfest Surfing Contest at Ocean Beach Pier. Event designed for children ages 6 to 16. Barbecue to follow. For more information, call (619) 225-0054, or visit www.scsasandiego.
Through Sept. 5, Del Mar racing season. First post is 2 p.m. except for 4 O’clock Fridays, when racing begins at 3:30 p.m. through Aug. 31. The track is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. For information and event listings, visit www.dmtc.com.
Sept. 18-27, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m., San Diego Sail and Power Squadron presents a sail and power boating two-week “Boat Smart” course. Classes will cover safe boat handling, state and federal boating regulations, buoys and lights and other topics. There is no cost for the course, and materials are available at nominal cost. Event takes place at the Southwestern Yacht Club, 2702 Qualtrough St., Point Loma. For more information, call (760) 943-9965.
Saturday, Sept. 29, International Game Fish Association and the San Diego Sportfishing Council hosts fifth annual Shelter Island Young Angler Tournament, Shelter Island Pier, 1776 Shelter Island Drive. For more information, call (619) 234-8793, or visit www.sportfishing.org.
Saturdays through Oct. 31, 9 to 10:30 a.m., The Rock Church offers free mixed martial arts classes through the Right Cross Mixed Martial Arts ministry. Training held at Knockout Fitness, 1231 Camino Del Rio South. Additional classes held Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Lord’s Gym, 4153 Market St. For more information, call (619) 226-7625, or visit www.therocksandiego.org.
COMUNIDAD\/C\u00cdVICO
Sunday, Aug. 26, 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., The Rock Church celebrates its grand opening, 2277 Rosecrans St., Liberty Station in Point Loma. For more information, call (619) 226-7625, or visit www.therocksandiego.org.
Saturday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Cabrillo National Monument hosts a daylong celebration to commemorate the 91st anniversary of the National Park Service. For more information, call (619) 557-5450, or visit www.nps.gov\/cabr\/.
Saturdays, beginning Aug. 25, 7:40 p.m., Newport Nights, a monthly cooperative art event featuring various artisans and art outlets in Ocean Beach, main business area along Newport Avenue. For more information, call (619) 222-0836.
Friday, Aug. 31, 6:30 p.m., Sierra Singles hosts a bonfire and potluck at the fire rings across from Humphrey’s on Shelter Island. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish to share, a chair and own drink. For more information, call (858) 748-1540, or visit http:\/\/sandiego.sierraclub.org\/singles\/.
Saturday, Sept. 1, deadline to submit nominations for Point Loma Nazarene University Fermanian Business School’s Dealmaker of the Year awards. The awards will be presented during a business breakfast on Friday, Sept. 28, at The Dana on Mission Bay from 7 to 9 a.m. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit www.pointloma.edu\/dealmakers, or call (619) 849-2692.
Thursday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m., Monta Briant, a local mother and author of “Baby Sign Language Basics,” will host a Baby Sign Language Workshop. Event to include signed stories and tips on using sign language as an early communication tool with preverbal babies and toddlers. Ocean Beach Library, 4801 Santa Monica Ave.
Friday, Sept. 14, 7 p.m., San Diego Oceans Foundation hosts Oceans Benefit 2007, to include luau buffet, Polynesian dance show and silent auction, Bali Hai, 2230 Shelter Island Drive. For more information, call (619) 523-1903, or visit www.sdoceans.kintera.org\/oceansbenefit.
Sunday, Sept. 16, 1 to 6 p.m., Fiestas San Diego\/Mexican Independence Day in Old Town. Dancing, music, tortilla-making demonstrations, food, period clothing and children’s games. For information, call (619) 220-5422,
MAYORES
“\u00a2 Tuesday, Aug. 21, 3:30 to 5 p.m., Sharp Cabrillo’s Senior Resource Center hosts a free Alzheimer’s support group meeting, 3475 Kenyon St. No reservation required. For information, call (619) 221-3779.
“\u00a2 Tuesday, Aug. 28, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Sharp Cabrillo’s Senior Resource Center hosts a free hearing screening, 3475 Kenyon St. Registration required. For information, call (800) 827-4277.
Friday, Aug. 31, 10 a.m. to 1:50 p.m., Ocean Beach Seniors Luncheon Club and LiveWell San Diego host a lunch and luau to promote senior involvement and mingling with the younger set. Hot lunches available for $3.50. Event will take place at the LiveWell Senior Lunch Program’s dining room, 4726 Santa Monica Ave. For reservations, call (858) 483-5100, ext. 42.
Saturday, Sept. 8, 8 to 11 a.m., ElderHelp of San Diego hosts 2007 Walk of Ages to help San Diego’s elderly enjoy dignity and independence on Grandparents Day weekend. A 1K and 3K walk takes place at the NTC Promenade at Liberty Station. Cost is $35 per participant, $25 per child. For more information, call (619) 284-9281, or visit www.elderhelpofsandiego.org.
ESCUELAS
Primaria Loma Portal
“\u00a2 Thursday, Aug. 23, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., office opens for fall registration. First day of school is Sept. 4, 9 a.m. For more information, call (619) 223-1683.
“\u00a2 Through August, students compile a list of at least 10 books read or books read to them over summer vacation for a reward and certificate when school resumes in September.
NEGOCIO
SCORE San Diego presents series of workshops through September at Point Loma Nazarene University “” Mission Valley location, 4007 Camino del Rio South. Workshops are $64 pre-paid, $74 at door. Workshops are:
“\u00a2 Thursday, Sept. 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., “Internet Marketing.”
“\u00a2 Tuesday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., “16 Successful Business Tactics.”
“\u00a2 Wednesday, Sept. 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., “How to Develop Your Competitive Advantage.”
“\u00a2 Saturday, Sept. 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., “QuickBooks.”
“\u00a2 Saturday, Sept. 15, 9 a.m. to noon, “Restaurants 101.”
“\u00a2 Tuesday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., “How to Start and Manage Your Own Business.”
“\u00a2 Wednesday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., “How to Write a Winning Business Plan.”
“\u00a2 Thursday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., “ABC’s of Selling.”
“\u00a2 Thursday, Sept. 27, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., “California Sales & Use Tax Basics.”
“\u00a2 Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., “Small Business Marketing.”
For more information, call (619) 557-7272, or visit www.score-sandiego.org.
ARTE Y ENTRETENIMIENTO
Saturday, Aug. 25, 5 to 7 p.m., New Visions Art Quilt Gallery hosts a reception to launch a new monthlong exhibit titled “Three Voices\/Three Visions,” featuring the quiltwork of artists Elizabeth Barton, Katie Pasquini-Masopust and Fran Skiles. Exhibit runs from Aug. 25 through Oct. 28 at the gallery, 2825 Dewey Road, NTC Promenade at Liberty Station. For more information, call (619) 546-4872, or visit www.quiltvisions.org.
Viernes, 5:30 a 7:30 pm, Mercado de alimentos org\u00e1nicos de Ocean Beach People's Friday Night Music, 4765 Voltaire St. Para obtener m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n, llame al (619) 224-1387 o visite www.obpeoplesfood.coop.
Wednesday, Aug. 29, 5 p.m., Friends of the Hervey Family \/ Point Loma Library host the last of five free movie showings: Cheryl Parry’s “The Clothes of Heaven,” focusing on the Magdalene Laundries in Ireland. Event takes place at 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 531-1539.
Sunday, Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market Sidewalk Art Festival, 4765 Voltaire St. For more information, visit www.obpeoplesfood.coop.
Wednesday, Aug. 29, 5 p.m., Friends of the Hervey Family \/ Point Loma Library host the last of five free movie showings: Cheryl Parry’s “The Clothes of Heaven,” focusing on the Magdalene Laundries in Ireland, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 531-1539.
Monday, Sept. 10, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Peninsula Singers open fall rehearsal season at Hervey\/Point Loma Branch Library. Rehearsals are held every Monday from September to June. For more information, call (619) 804-6079, (619) 222-0429, or visit www.peninsulasingerssan-diego.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 11, 3 to 9 p.m., Firehouse Foundation hosts 9\/11 concert featuring First-Class Fiction, The Beautiful View, The Big Provider, Torture Device and possibly others. A portion of the proceeds will go to build a fund for widows and orphans of the 9\/11 tragedy and safety equipment for local fire stations. Event happens at NTC Promenade at Liberty Station. For more information, call (858) 605-1078.
Sept. 13-15, eighth annual YachtFest San Diego, featuring views of some of the world’s finest mega-yachts. For more information, visit www.yachtfest.com.
Saturday, Sept. 15, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Polished Palate hosts fifth annual Spirits of Mexico, NTC Promenade-McMillin Event Center, 2875 Dewey Road. For more information, call (760) 943-2333, or visit www.polishedpalate.com.
Saturday\/Sunday, Sept. 22-23, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., second annual Old Town San Diego Art Festival, San Diego Avenue from Conde to Twiggs streets. For more information, call (888) 278-3378, or visit www.oldtownfestival.com.
SEDES:
Winston's, 1921 Bacon St., (619) 222-6822
“\u00a2 Friday, Aug. 24, stand-up comedian and actor Chris Fairbanks performs for Ocean Beach Comedy.
“\u00a2 Saturday, Aug. 25, 10 p.m., Grateful Dead tribute band Cubensis.
“\u00a2 Friday, Aug. 31, McRad with Tiltwheel, Frontside Five and Behind the Wagon.
“\u00a2 Wednesday, Sept. 12, 9:30 p.m., Everton Blender performs with headliner Blend Dem Band.
Estadio deportivo de San Diego, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., (619) 224-4171
“\u00a2 Saturday, Aug. 25, Grammy Award winner Slayer performs with Marilyn Manson.
Humphrey's junto a la bah\u00eda, 2241 Shelter Island Drive, (619) 224-3577
“\u00a2 Today, Aug. 23, Peppino D’Agostino showcases his acoustic guitar.
“\u00a2 Wednesday, Aug. 29, 6:30 p.m., Hargo performs.
“\u00a2 Saturday, Sept. 1, Sue Palmer performs during San Diego Blues All-Star Show with Len Rainey.
\u201c\u00a2 jueves 18 de octubre\/viernes 19 de octubre, cantante nominada al Grammy Keali'i Reichel.
Soma Sidestage, 3550 Sports Arena Blvd., (619) 726-7662
“\u00a2 Monday, Aug. 27, As Tall As Lions performs with Mae and Dear and the Headlights.
“\u00a2 Friday, Oct. 5, Saosin performs with Norma Jean, Alexisonfire, The Dear and Departed, and Envy on the Coast.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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