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Friends of San Diego Architecture: May 17, 2008 at 9:30AM

San Diego Human Dignity Foundation Gala: May 17, 2008 at 6:00PM

Love Without Borders Opening Reception: May 17, 2008 at 7:00PM

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Events for May 12, 2008
Curtis Fuller jazz trombonist hits the Jazz Live Stage May 13, 2008 at 8:00PM
Curtis Fuller and his quintet bring bop beats to San Diego’s Saville Theater on May 13th at 8pm for the monthly Jazz Live concert presented by KSDS Jazz 88.3 FM, a broadcast service of San Diego City College. Fuller is regarded as one of the most distinctive trombone stylists in jazz and one of few trombonists credited for creating a high level of appreciation and respect for the instruments harmonious potential. Be a part of the audience or listen to the live station broadcast over the air or online. Reservations are strongly recommended as this show is expected to sell out quickly. The concert is free for KSDS Jazz 88.3 members and $10 for non-members at the door, subject to availability. Members can reserve tickets by calling the station at 619-388-3037. Learn More	Close X
Author Visit:: Helen F. James May 14, 2008 at 3:00PM
Author Visit! Helen F. James writer of "S is for S'mores: A Camping Alphabet" and "E is for Enchantment: A New Mexico Alphabet" will be available for purchase at a special price of $10 (including tax). Helen F. James will read from her books, answer any questions and sign autographs! Spring Valley Library 836 Kempton Street Spring Valley, CA 91977 (619)463-3006 Learn More	Close X
Foundation Fighting Blindness - Dining in the Dark Event May 14, 2008 at 5:30PM
The Foundstion Fighting Blindness will host the unique event Dining in the Dark on May 14 at the U.S. Grant in San Diego to honor Will R. Freeman, MD. Dining in the Dark is a rare and unique sensory awareness experience in which participants enjoy a gourmet meal in complete darkness. This concept was created in Germany and has been enjoyed by many people across Europe. Dining in the Dark presents an unforgettable dining experience that allows people to explore a world of sensitivity that takes them on a journey of taste, sound and touch, all in the dark. The wine tasting and silent auction will begin at 5:30 p.m. and dinner and award will take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on May 14, 2008. William R. Freeman, M.D. is the Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of the UCSD Jacobs Retina Center. For more information about this event, contact Jennifer Hecker at jhecker@FightBlindness.org or (310) 207-2089. U.S. Grant 326 Broadway San Diego, CA Learn More	Close X
Performance Dance Revolutions May 14, 2008 at 7:00PM
Under the direction of Yolande Snaith, Head of the UCSD Theatre and Dance program, UCSD students will present dance pieces created in response to the works in the show. Learn More	Close X
Stone Late Night Movie: The Big Lebowski May 14, 2008 at 9:00PM
Grab a beer at the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens and join us down in the Gardens every Wednesday for the 2008 series of Stone Late Night Movies! Feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets to get comfy as you enjoy our 11.5-foot wide screen! Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens 1999 Citracado Parkway Escondido, CA 92029 (760) 471-4999 http://www.stonebrew.com/movies/ Learn More	Close X
An Evening with the Expert: Author/Activist Robert Jensen" May 15, 2008 at 6:00PM
The San Diego County Office of Education's Juvenile Court and Community Schools' Excellence Comes In All Colors (ECIAC) committee in conjunction with the City of San Diego's, Office of Ethics and Integrity is pleased to announce "An Evening with the Expert" with noted professor, author, speaker and activist Robert Jensen. Please join us for what promises to be a provocative evening of courageous conversation on race, equity and social justice on May 15 at 6 p.m. at the San Diego Museum of Art, Copley Auditorium. Contact info: Penny McNeil, Co-Chair, ECIAC Committee (619) 573-6330 www.sdcoe.net/jccs/excellence Learn More	Close X
Dance Performance Revolutions 2 May 15, 2008 at 7:00PM
The UCSD University Art Gallery is delighted to present a selection of 18 video works from the collection of Isabelle and Jean-Conrad Lemaître in an exhibition entitled Revolutions. Students from the UCSD Department of Dance and Theatre under the direction of Yolanda Snaith will present dance pieces created in response to the works in the exhibition. This event will take place in the University Art Gallery, Mandeville Center. Space is limited so please RSVP by calling (858) 534-2107 or e-mail uag@ucsd.edu. Learn More	Close X
May 15th Annual Pet Rescue Day on the Bay May 15, 2008 at 9:30AM
On Thurs., May 15, 2008, Hornblower Cruises & Events will present the 8th annual Pet Rescue Day on the Bay event to benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center. By donating a gently used blanket or towel, you and your dog cruise free on any one-Hour Harbor Cruise or Sea Lion Adventure on the Big Bay aboard Hornblower. Items will be collected from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1066 North Harbor Drive on the San Diego Embarcadero. Last year Hornblower Cruises collected thousands of blankets and towels and had hundreds of attendees with their dogs take advantage of the free cruises. The event is sponsored in part by PETCO, Frosty Paws® Frozen Treats for Dogs, The W Hotel and the Port of San Diego. John Van Zante, Public Relations Manager, Helen Woodward Animal Center said, “We think this event is special, it brings people together in an effort to make the lives of the orphaned animals better, and it is fun for the pets to be allowed out on Hornblower’s boat too.” The Pet Rescue Day on the Bay is open to anyone, simply bring a donation of a new or gently used blanket or towel for the animals and in return you will receive a free ticket for a one-hour harbor cruise to use any time. Donors will also receive a gift bag from PETCO with samples of Frosty Paws® Frozen Treats for Dogs and coupons (while supplies last). Visit the Hornblower Pet Rescue Day info site at www.hornblower.com/petrescueday. Dogs Cruise free on Pet Day on the Bay only on May 15th! Dogs must be on a leash and are allowed to ride along on a one-hour cruise. One hour Big Bay cruises departures are at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. Learn More	Close X
Rhapsody on the Point May 15, 2008 at 6:00PM
"Rhapsody in Blue," with the incomparable Bryan Verhoye at the piano, will be the featured piece, and Alice Crill, who has taught piano to generations of San Diegans, will be the honored guest at a benefit for the music program of Point Loma High School. The event will be held at Crill Performance Hall at Point Loma Nazarene University (3900 Lomaland Drive), with sunset hors d'oeuvres at six o'clock and a concert with Mr. Verhoye and the PLHS musicians at 7:30. Tickets are forty dollars and are on sale now at http://www.plhsfaa.org/eprocess_rhapsody2008.html. For more information, please e-mail Maureen Holman at holmk@sdccu.net or telephone the Point Loma High School music department at (619) 223-3121, extension 4457. Learn More	Close X
TFM Student Film Festival May 15, 2008 at 7:00PM
Capping an exciting semester of film production, the School of Theatre, Television and Film at San Diego State University will present the Spring 2008 screening of new works by television and film students on Thurs., May 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the Don Powell Theatre located near the front of campus. Tickets are $10. New this semester is a chance to meet the filmmakers at 5:30 p.m. outside the Don Powell Theatre. The diverse program will include fiction, documentary, animation, music videos and experimental works. See the latest, the greatest, and the soon-to-be-awarded student films! Learn More	Close X
YPIC Happy Hour featuring Floyd Morrow, SD Mayor Candidate May 15, 2008 at 6:00PM
YPIC is back with a good ol' happy hour! Get out of the office or the library and check out a cool cocktail lounge! Did you know we have a Mayor race these days here in San Diego? We thought young professionals should have an opportunity to meet at least one of the candidates! A former United Nations Association of San Diego President, Floyd Morrow has been endorsed by a variety of Democratic Clubs, including Congressman Bob Filner. Mr. Morrow has agreed to join us for a drink on May 15th! So, come to just hang out and have a drink, or pose tough questions to a Mayor candidate! The event will take place at U-31 Cocktail Lounge in Northpark, 3112 University Ave, (between 31st St & Iowa St), San Diego, CA 92104. Please contact us at ypicsd@gmail.com with any questions! We look forward to seeing you there! Your YPIC Committee YPIC-SD works to connect and engage local individuals and organizations with opportunities to benefit the international community and contribute to UN related goals. The three pillars of concern are environment, health, and human rights which are realized through: Raising Awareness Fundraising Networking Motivating Educating Please contact Jelena Cingel, jelenacingel@gmail.com, or 619-641-7510x240 with any questions. Learn More	Close X
California Women Lawyers 20th Annual Southern California Judicial Reception May 16, 2008 at 5:30PM
Luce, Forward, Hamilton and Scripps LLP is sponsoring the California Women Lawyers’ 20th Annual Southern California Judicial Reception. At the event, the Honorable Patricia A. Yim Cowett (Ret.), Judge of the Superior Court of California, San Diego County, will be presented with the Joan Dempsey Klein Distinguished Jurist Award. Learn More	Close X
Center for Social Advocacy Annual Dinner With Dolores Huerta May 16, 2008 at 6:00PM
Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers, labor leader and organizer, will speak Friday night, May 16, at the Center for Social Advocacy’s annual dinner. The Reverend Gerald Brown, Director of the United African American Ministerial Action Council will be the Master of Ceremonies. Overcoming gender and ethnic stereotypes, Dolores Huerta was a key figure in the American civil rights movement. Huerta dedicated her life to the struggle for justice, dignity and a decent standard of living for one of the United States’ most exploited groups – the men, women and children who work in the fields and orchards picking fruit and vegetables. She is the most prominent Chicana labor leader in the United States. Cesar Chavez said Huerta “…is totally fearless, both physically and mentally.” She is currently the President of the Dolores Huerta Foundation for Community Organizing. Now 78, she continues her political and social activism in support of rights for immigrants, women and youth. Dinner will be followed with a performance by Collective Purpose, a group of performing artists whose mission is to elevate,”edutain” and enlighten others through words and work. Center for Social Advocacy, founded in 1969 as Heartland Human Relations, (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation), is one of San Diego’s oldest civil and human rights organizations. Long an advocate for fair housing and tenant/landlord mediation, Center for Social Advocacy addresses diverse issues such as hate crimes, the civil rights violations experienced by newly arrived immigrants, human trafficking, youth alienation, and poverty. Through direct client services, field outreach, public education, regional, state and national policy work, and collaboration with organizations with similar missions, Center for Social Advocacy is becoming a national leader in human and civil rights advocacy. Marina Village Conference Center Learn More	Close X
RB Chorale Presents "Broadway USA!" May 16, 2008 at 7:30PM
The RB Chorale presents Broadway USA! Shows will be held on Fri., May 16 and Sat., May 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Poway Performing Arts Center (15498 Espola Rd., Poway, CA). The popular 120+ voice community chorale will present a program packed with Broadway tunes from Hairspray, South Pacific, Gypsy and more. Shows will also feature three appearances each night by this years finalists of the Chorale’s annual scholarship program, selected in part by audience vote to receive $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 respectively. Tickets are available at www.rbchorale.org or by phone (858)485-SONG (7664), through Chorale members or at www.powayperformingarts.com. Prices: Preferred Seating $30 General Admission $20 Seniors & Students $18 Children 3-12 $10 Infants 0-2 $5 Net proceeds benefit the RB Chorale Scholarship Fund for musically talented San Diego area high school graduating students. Learn More	Close X
SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTERS HONORS LOCAL HEROES May 16, 2008 at 11:30AM
Senior Community Centers will host its 11th annual Heroes Luncheon honoring local residents and organizations who have made differences in the lives of low-income seniors. Presented by Kelly Capital, the luncheon will help raise money for services provided by Senior Community Centers that benefit poverty-stricken seniors in need of nutritional, medical and social health services, and housing assistance. As its largest fundraiser of the year, the organization anticipates more than 800 corporate and community leaders to attend. Four Hero Awards will be given to local honorees. Recipients will be honored for their involvement with the organization and dedication to help low-income seniors. Awards include recognition for Volunteer Hero, Advocacy Hero, Community Hero and Senior Hero. Senior Community Centers is a nonprofit agency helping low-income seniors survive in San Diego by providing meals, social, medical and mental health services, homeless assistance, and affordable permanent housing. Learn More	Close X
ART OF THE INDIVIDUAL: Creating Meaningful Lives May 17, 2008 at 12:00PM
We are pleased to present the works of McNeil Sargent, Ruth Platner and Dorothy Annette. These diverse and distinguished women have expressed the inspiration of their lives through art and work with the public at large. Please join us in this celebration of community. Artists Reception: Sat., May 24 noon to 3 p.m. Exhibit runs May 17 - July 13. Gallery hours W-F 12-6, S-S 11-5.	Close X
Art with Heart Fair and Festival May 17, 2008 at 2:00PM
Come enjoy the arts at the Third Annual Art with Heart™ Fair and Festival, benefiting Dress for Success San Diego. Shop and browse the displays of local artists, listen to live music, enjoy great food and wine and participate in the Art with Heart silent auction. A new “Creative Kids Corner” offers free face painting and fun art projects for children. Admission is $10 and includes entrance to artist booths, a wine voucher and an opportunity drawing ticket; children under 12 are free with guardian. Proceeds benefit Dress for Success San Diego, a non-profit organization focused on transitioning low-income women into the workforce by providing business attire, interview preparation, mentoring, life management consultation and job retention programs. For more information on Art with Heart, visit www.artwithheartfestival.com. Learn More	Close X
Birch Aquarium - Family Days: Breathing in a Changing Climate May 17, 2008 at 11:00AM
Family Days is a monthly program at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UCSD. It embraces family learning and togetherness by blending arts and crafts, science, special tours and one-of-a-kind activities for all ages. Programs are included with aquarium admission and take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for these dynamic opportunities to explore the ocean world! Sat., May 17 will feature Breathing in a Changing Climate . Uncover the link between air pollution, climate change and our amazing lungs as Scripps researchers bring real-time experiments to this climate-themed family day. See how much air our lungs can hold and test the quality of air we breathe through a special filter. From lungs to gills, you’ll also see how fishes can breathe in a watery world. Learn More	Close X
DOO WOP May 17, 2008
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DRUG-FREE ADHD: Natural Solutions to Attention Disorders May 17, 2008 at 10:30AM
There are more than six million children in the United States diagnosed with symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and related behavioral/learning problems. This workshop is a chance for parents to find out about drug-free approaches to handling ADHD and get answers about childhood diseases. You will learn: • The Chinese medical view of ADHD • Benefits of herbal medicine • How food allergies relate to ADHD • What you can do as a parent • How diet effects this disorder • The impact of environmental toxins • How acupuncture helps treat this condition via the nervous system Presented by the Foundation for Wellness Professionals. The volunteer Guest Speaker is Dr. Mario A. Mancini, doctor of oriental medicine, licensed acupuncturist, board certified nutrition specialist, qualified medical evaluator. Mission Valley Library 2123 Fenton Parkway San Diego, CA 92108 RSVP: (619) 287-4005 or drmancini@manciniacupuncture.com http://www.centerforintegrativecare.com/eventsNEW.html Learn More	Close X
FCC Regional Counsel to Discuss Digital Television May 17, 2008 at 10:30AM
Federal Communications Commission Regional Counsel Margaret Egler will be in San Diego to address closed captioning concerns and other issues related to the February 2009 nationwide introduction of digital television (DTV). Ms. Egler is expected to respond to questions regarding issues some people have encountered with closed captioning on current digital channels and general questions about the conversion from analog to digital television signals next year. The meeting is open to the public. Those challenged with hearing loss and who depend on closed captioning are strongly encouraged to attend. The entire meeting will be accessible through real-time captioning.	Close X
Free Music Training Program for SDUSD Teachers K-6 May 17, 2008 at 1:00PM
On Sat., May 17 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Guitars in the Classroom (GITC) will offer a free professional development seminar for teachers at The Abbey, which is a Hornblower historic venue at 2825 5th Ave. in San Diego. This special music integration workshop will show teachers the basics of playing simple guitar, singing with students, teaching songs and facilitating classroom songwriting while meeting state educational standards. Teachers are welcome to borrow an acoustic guitar, free of charge, courtesy of GITC sponsor, Daisy Rock Guitars. The industry’s premiere girl guitar company is well-known for their unique selection of lightweight, thin-necked instruments ideal for the smaller hands and lighter builds of females and children alike. Guitars in the Classroom and Daisy Rock share a common goal of making music accessible and getting guitars into the hands of musicians everywhere. Guitars in the Classroom’s online enrollment is happening now at www.guitarsintheclassroom.org. Ongoing classes are also planned for San Diego teachers next fall. As many San Diegans know, Hornblower tours often give special attention to environmental and community education. The venue donation is a part of their exemplary dedication to education, and the belief that all of San Diego’s students will benefit from making music at school. This professional development event will be presented in partnership San Diego's Mission4Music charity foundation (www.mission4music.org), a parent and community-led organization that raised funds at the Wee Rock Music Festival to help provide this training to teachers regardless of ability to pay. GITC, a non-profit based in Solana Beach, trains and equips educators in 23 states to integrate music across the curriculum each day so all children get the chance to discover the joy and power of making music. The work has proven itself to be a powerful tool for all kinds of learners including those who face special challenges or are learning English as a second language. Teachers who consider themselves shower singers and total beginners are encouraged to sign up. Everyone has the ability to succeed in this program. For more information on this event, please visit the Guitars in the Classroom Web site at www.guitarsintheclassroom.org or call (858) 755-2239. To learn more about Hornblower Cruises, please visit www.hornblower.com. To learn more about Daisy Rock Guitars, visit www.daisyrock.com. To find out about Mission4Music and the Wee Kids Rock Festival, please visit www.mission4music.org. Learn More	Close X
FREE Pine Valley Area Chipping Day May 17, 2008 at 7:00AM
You bring it, we’ll chip it! The Fire Safe Council of San Diego County will be hosting a free community chipping day for the residents of Pine Valley, Guatay and Corte Madera on Sat., May 17. Residents who bring tree and brush trimmings to the designated lot on Pine Creek Road will have their brush chipped by professional crews. Residents are responsible for hauling their own brush and trimmed material to the site. The Pine Valley Fire Safe Council (FSC) also is providing trucks for residents without transportation for the Community Chipping Day. To reserve assistance from the Pine Valley FSC, contact Richard Dupree at (619) 473-8683. For further details and guidelines please read our online announcement at www.firesafesdcounty.org/documents/Pine_Valley_Release_May08.pdf Learn More	Close X
Friends of San Diego Architecture May 17, 2008 at 9:30AM
Friends of San Diego Architecture will present a panel discussion on May 17 on "San Diego's Future as a World Class City." Architect Mike Stepner will moderate Mary Lydon, Exec. Director of the Urban Land Institute San Diego/Tijuana; Kim Kilkenny, Board Member of CCDC; and Frank Wolden, Principal of Carrier/Johnson in discussing ideas for making San Diego world-class. Open to public. A donation of $5 is suggested. Students are free. Learn More	Close X
Home of Guiding Hands 3rd Annual Arts & Tea Celebration May 17, 2008 at 10:00AM
Celebrate Spring with Home of Guiding Hands at their 3rd Annual Arts & Tea Celebration, May 17th at the Ronald Reagan Community Center in El Cajon. From 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. guests can enjoy a lovely array of traditional tea fare, mingle with friends, shop for one-of–a-kind works of art by local artisans, and have the chance to win door prizes and participate in a host of opportunity drawings. Net proceeds benefit San Diegans with developmental disabilities. Reservations to attend are $25 in advance, or $35.00 at the door. Tickets may be obtained by calling (619) 938-2854; or via email: marcy@guidinghands.org Learn More	Close X
Love Without Borders Opening Reception May 17, 2008 at 7:00PM
International love goes local as Limbo Fine Art Gallery hosts The Love Movement and other prominent street and surf artists in a show to benefit the International Humanity Foundation San Diego, CA – How can art on the edge help kids on the fringes? By erasing the borders between them. Los Angeles-based artists’ collective The Love Movement (or TLM) has a history of creating art with just that purpose, using funds from art sales to purchase school supplies and build a community well in a village in Benin, Africa. When long-time International Humanity Foundation (or IHF) volunteer Amy Thom first met TLM artists in 2006, she immediately recognized an opportunity to work together, using the energy of the art community to raise money for IHF’s children abroad. Early last year, TLM dedicated a portion of art sales from an LA show to the sponsorship of three schoolchildren in Bali, Indonesia, supporting their individual educations for an entire year. In September 2007, Amy visited those children while she was volunteering with IHF overseas, bringing them notebooks, clothes and the knowledge that artists across an ocean believe in their potential for future success through art and education. In May 2008, IHF and TLM will be working together again to spread the love and raise money for the education and empowerment of kids abroad. Given that IHF’s home offices are in San Diego, Amy wanted to open the city’s doors to TLM and other collaborating artists, bringing the best of graphic talent from California and NYC to Limbo Fine Art Gallery in Hillcrest. The World at Large / / Love Without Borders will present an amazing lineup of internationally-shown artists: Michael De Feo, Wolfgang Bloch, Alex Knost, Tyler Warren, Ben Brough – 33, Andrew Sarnecki - Hippytree, Hovin Wang, Paul Lefevre – Polish, Micke Tong, Thundercut, Abe Lincoln Jr., Lichiban, eight-year-old Reece V., Meredith Ambruso, Guy Quezada, Jon Ho, Karen Jones and of course, TLM. The opening reception of The World at Large / / Love Without Borders is Saturday, May 17, 2008, from 7pm to 12am at Limbo Fine Art Gallery, 1432 University Avenue, San Diego. Cover charge is $10 at the door with a hosted bar provided by Hangar One Vodka and Stone Brewing, live dj, and giveaways all night. All proceeds to benefit IHF. The show runs from May 10 to June 1 and is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays. Please contact Limbo at 619.316.2239 to arrange a press preview or a private showing. For more information, please visit: www.ihfonline.org www.limboarts.com www.tlmphilly.com The International Humanity Foundation is a San Diego-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides free education and community leadership development, as well as operates orphanages and famine feeds, for the poorest of the world’s poor in Indonesia, Thailand and Kenya. IHF’s offices are 100% volunteer-run and all monies raised go directly to fund its overseas programs. Interview Contact: Amy Thom, IHF Volunteer Event Planner Telephone: 858-229-4686 Email: amyethom@hotmail.com Learn More	Close X
LUXURY HOME SHOW May 17, 2008 at 10:00AM
Families from Rancho Santa Fe and surrounding communities are invited to attend a Luxury Home Show from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the new Cielo Village, a quaint collection of retail, office and restaurant spaces nestled among the rolling foothills of Rancho Santa Fe. “The Luxury Home Show will showcase the newest products and innovations in the upscale home market,” said Sakiko Yamada-Posta, owner of Cielo Village and host of the event. “With so many people affected by last year’s wildfires and faced with the task of rebuilding, we thought this would be a convenient way to experience the latest trends.” In conjunction with the home show, CIELO is presenting a private preview of its newest enclave of custom home sites, Cielo Montagna. For a complete list of Luxury Home Show activities and classes, visit www.luxurybydesignrsf.com. Victims of the 2007 firestorm are invited to pre-register online for free VIP passes to the event. Entrance fee for all others is $10. Contact Becky Trettin at luxurybydesign92067@yahoo.com or call (858) 752-1846 or (858) 324-1878. Learn More	Close X
Narnia Prince Caspian Day! May 17, 2008 at 11:00AM
Please join us in celebration of the opening of Narnia Prince Caspian on Saturday May 17! Come watch this highly anticipated movie and join in on the fun we'll be having at our theatre. We will have castle jumpy house, crafts, a fencing demonstration and much more! This event will be benefiting the Stars of Hope Foundation. This is an all-day event and fun for the whole family. For showtimes go to www.fandango.com or call (800) FANDANGO Edwards Rancho San Diego 2951 Jamacha Road El Cajon, CA 92019 Learn More	Close X
Romance Writers of America San Diego Mini-Conference May 17, 2008 at 8:30AM
ANNOUNCING THE MOST STIMULATING WRITER’S EVENT OF THE SPRING! Romance Writers of America San Diego Chapter MAY MINI-CONFERENCE May 17, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location: 845 Chestnut St. Escondido Ca 92025 Ever wonder what agents and editors were thinking? Ever want to have a few minutes to ask those questions that have been nagging you about the market and the work of publishing professionals? Ever want to sit down, one-to-one, and showcase your completed manuscript for an agent or an editor? Well, here's your chance. Harlequin/Silhouette editor Natashya Wilson and agents Laurie MacLean of the Larsen-Pomada Agency, Kelly L. Mortimer of the Mortimer Literary Agency and Kevan Lyon of the Sandra Dijsktra Agency will be joining us for an afternoon of open and honest discussion about the romance publishing industry. Also on hand will be Victoria Fraasa of COS Productions to talk about book trailers and what they can do for your book. Conference Schedule: 8:30 to 9:00 -- Registration & Social Time (with coffee, teas and pastries) Cost: $35 for RWA-SD members, $40 for RWA members, $45 for non-members (NOTE: pitches will be assigned prior to the meeting, so don't wait to register) 9:00-9:05 -- Welcome & Announcements 9:05-10:05 -- Laurie McLean with the Larsen-Pomada Agency, speaking on "The State of the Romance Market" 10:15-11:15 -- Kevan Lyon from the Dykstra Agency, speaking on "Editor/Agent/Author Relationships" 11:25-12:25 -- Victoria Fraasa with COS Productions, speaking on "Video Book Trailers" 12:25-1:10 -- Lunch, Announcements, Raffle 1:10-2:10 -- Kelly Mortimer of the Mortimer Agency, speaking on "The Perils of Publishing" 2:20-3:20 -- Natashya Wilson, editor at Harlequin / Silhouette Books 3:20 3:30 -- Wrap up & Goodbye Pitch Sessions: The agents and editor will be taking a limited number of appointments for 5 minute individual pitches on a first come, first served basis. The cost for each pitch is $10.00 (this cost is in addition to the cost of attending the conference). See below for more information on signing up for pitch sessions. PLEASE NOTE: The number of pitches are limited and there will not be enough slots for all attendees. No one is guaranteed a pitch session. You should register and pay for the Mini-Conference early to have a better chance of getting a chance to pitch. Once your pitch session is tentatively scheduled, you will receive information on how to confirm the slot by paying for the pitch session prior to the Mini-Conference. Failure to pay for the Mini-Conference or the pitch session prior to May 17th and within the time required by RWASD will result in your pitch session slot being given to another individual. Visit the RWA San Diego website for guest speaker bios and pre-registration information. www.rwasd.com Learn More	Close X
San Diego Human Dignity Foundation Gala May 17, 2008 at 6:00PM
The San Diego Human Dignity Foundation (SDHDF) presents their 12th Annual Gala and will transform a downtown San Diego hotel into a creative canvas from start to finish. This year’s gala theme celebrates The Art of Generosity. From the design and décor to the music and entertainment, to the very guests themselves…everything and everyone will be a work of art. “We want to celebrate and recognize the creative spirit of philanthropy by presenting an evening that invites our guest to be “part of the art,” explained SDHDF Board President David Miles. “From the moment they arrive, guests will be transported and engaged in the artist’s experience, visiting an “artist loft”, an “art gallery” and a “major exhibition.” Even the way we share information about our grantees will be presented in a unique and artistic way through expressive photography.” The SDHDF has helped distributed nearly $800,000 dollars to local nonprofit organizations over the past eight years. This is the night to come together to celebrate this wide spectrum of generosity. Quite simply, organizers encourage San Diegans to “Engage in Art. Engage in Generosity.” The gala committee is especially excited about the hot Latin Jazz combo that will perform and entertain. The “Sounds of Generosity” is a collection of world class, award-winning musicians who will have been collected for this very unique evening. This group of Grammy and Emmy award-winning performers comes direct from national and international tours. Together, these musicians have a tight, but exploratory sense of sound and their spirit and synergy will energize the evening. San Diego music lovers will be familiar with many of these names and sounds. The 6-piece combo includes: Coral MacFarland Thuet - A voice that covers the language of sounds found in the Americas. Coral sings fluently in Spanish, English and Portuguese combining jazz and the music of Latin America. Allen Phillips - Composer, keyboardist, multi-Instrumental virtuoso Holly Hofmann - One of the premiere jazz flutists in the country and a hot force in improvisation and sound. Rob Thorsen – Bassist, classic jazz at it's purest. Tommy Arnos – Local favorite and "Fattburger" Percussionist, irresistible & adventurous Ramon Banda- Drummer and one half of the multi-talented Banda Brothers who toured extensively with Poncho Sanchez During the pre-dinner reception, guests will enjoy the “must see to believe” sounds of Tom Griesgraber “The Stick” - one of the world’s most respected and active performers on The Chapman Stick, a unique 12-string instrument. The entire evening will be evoke a grand, art-filled New York night as guests travel from studio to gallery to museum, enjoy unique cocktails, full gourmet dinner and live entertainment and a unique photo exhibit of our grantees…all while learning more about the SDHDF and the non-profit organizations it supports. The evening is designed to entertain in creative and unusual ways and will be filled unique opportunities to be “part of the art.” Art of Generosity, Saturday, May 17th 2008, Westin Horton Plaza 6 pm – VIP Reception in the “SOHO Loft” 7 pm – Opening Night Cocktail Hour in “The Gallery,” featuring Grand Central Station Cocktails and Silent Auction 8 pm – “The Exhibition” featuring Dining and Entertainment by the Sounds of Generosity “Priceless” Opportunity Drawing $150: Generous Art Lovers ($175 after April 18, 2008) $300: Very Generous Art Lovers ($ 350 after April 18, 2008) For more information about the Art of Generosity or to purchase tickets or tables, go online at www.myLGBTfoundation.org or call 619.291.3383 Learn More	Close X
The Art of Generosity May 17, 2008 at 6:00PM
Inspired by the creative arts community, The Art of Generosity will celebrate the unique and creative ways the LGBTQ community has brought about positive social change through the art of giving. This milestone event marks the San Diego Human Dignity Foundation's 12th annual gala, recognizing the best in our community's philanthropy. The Art of Generosity will bring together community leaders, major supporters, artists, volunteers and new friends for an evening filled with great entertainment, sumptuous food, art and creativity. From the moment you arrive you will be entertained and inspired by a series of vignettes representing a sampling of the visual and performing arts. Proceeds from this event will support the San Diego Human Dignity Foundation’s efforts to bring about positive social change and improve the quality of life in the LGBT community through responsible philanthropy. VIP Pre-Party: 6 p.m. Cocktail Reception: 7 p.m. Main Event: 8 p.m. Dessert Reception: 9:30 p.m. Learn More	Close X
The Empty Bowls Event May 17, 2008 at 11:00AM
Fight hunger and find beauty at the second annual Empty Bowls Event, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17 at United Methodist Church, 6063 La Jolla Boulevard, La Jolla 92037. This event features great La Jolla restaurants and artisan potters combining forces to do something about hunger right here in San Diego! Here’s how it works: - You choose an individually handcrafted pottery bowl from dozens donated by local potters. - You fill it with delicious soup and bread from some of the best restaurants in town, including Jack’s, Bully’s, Point Loma Seafoods, The Cottage, Waters Catering and many more. - You get to keep the bowl, and know that your donation goes to Third Avenue Charitable Organization (TACO), which has been feeding the homeless and working poor at Third and Ash in downtown San Diego for 33 years. (www.tacosd.org). This is a meaningful event that features a wide array of gorgeous, artisan-quality pottery bowls, which make beautiful gifts. The Empty Bowls project is national organization that grew from a fundraiser in a Michigan high school art class. For more information, check out www.emptybowls.org. Contact TACO directly at: (619) 235-9445; www.tacosd.org Learn More	Close X
The Impact of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Help for Individuals, Families and Caregivers May 17, 2008 at 8:15AM
The goal of this program is to provide public education about PTSD including symptoms, how it affects personal relationships, treatment for the disorder and available resources. PTSD can affect both military and non-military individuals. This can include people who suffer traumatic events, disasters, catastrophic illnesses, moving-vehicle accidents and assaults. Even more insidious, PTSD can also affect everyone who loves, lives with or cares for that individual. By the ripple effect, it touches friends, coworkers, neighbors, schools, churches, employers and the public. We want to better prepare the community to support all individuals suffering from PTSD and their families. To register, call the Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas Rehabilitation Center at (760) 633-6513. Cost: $10 for conference, no CME hours requested; $50 for conference, if CME hours requested (6 hrs); $15 additional for catered box lunch.	Close X
Vista Community Garage Sale May 17, 2008 at 8:00AM
Time for spring cleaning! Clean out your closet and make some money at Vista's Community Garage Sale. Outdoor spaces available for $10. Call to reserve yours today! Gloria E. McClellan Senior Center 1400 Vale Terrace Vista (760) 639-6162	Close X
Day of the Morgan Horse May 18, 2008 at 1:00PM
Presented by the San Diego Morgan Horse Youth Club, Day of the Morgan Horse showcases the versatility of the Morgan Horse with demonstrations of different riding styles and driving. Here is a chance for children and adults to see beautiful horses in action- up close and personal. The demonstration starts at 2 p.m. Open house is before and after the show, so guests can meet the horses, riders, and trainers and ask questions. Location: Miller Equestrian Riding Ranch 936 Vista Drive Escondido, CA 92026 Age level: 5 years and older Fee: Free Contact: Ann Miller at millereq@sbcglobal.net or (858)945-1344. Note: All attendees must wear closed-toe shoes. Come for a day of fun! Learn More	Close X
Legacy Concert May 18, 2008 at 6:05PM
Raag and Taal Academy is pleased to announce its upcoming event Legacy Concert on May 18, 2008, featuring a four-member Hindustani classical ensemble consisting of two acclaimed father & son combinations, exponents of North Indian Classical Sitar and Tabla. A dual sitar and dual tabla musical dialogue Sri Partha Chatterjee (one of the foremost disciples of Pandit Nikhil Banerjee) and his son Purbayan Chatterjee, both on sitar will be accompanied on Tabla by Pandit Anindo Chatterjee and his son Anubrata Chatterjee. Call (858) 750-5355 / (858) 578-2705 / (858) 566-6500 / (858) 254-2366. Learn More	Close X
Saxophist and Singer Jason Brown May 18, 2008 at 6:00PM
Saxophonist and Singer Jason Brown on Sunday, May 18th @ Sews and Shows Community Theatre @ 6pm. 7860 Golden Avenue Lemon Grove 91945. Tickets ONLY $12 in advance, $17 at door if tickets remain. Ticket Seller Miss Donuts 7863 Broadway Lemon Grove 619 465-1246 (cash only). Or mail payment to theatre no later than May 12th and pick up ticket/s at Will Call. Credits: Performed with Stevie Wonder, Ali Woodson (Temptations) and Tonex. Opened for John Legend, Macy Gray, VickI Winans, Layla Hathaway and Jon B. Performed National anthem at Padre stadium. Plays 9 other instuments. Directions to theatre 619 460-SHOW(7469) or 619 978-2000. Add yourself to our upcoming distribution list: distributionlist@deeboneproductions.com www.deeboneproductions.com Learn More	Close X
Saxophonist Jason Brown May 18, 2008 at 6:00PM
Local San Diego Saxophonist Jason Brown to headline an event for the entire family. Jason has performed with Stevie Wonder, Ali Woodson of the Temptations and Tonex; opened for John Legend, Macy Gray, Vicki Winans, Layla Hathaway and Jon B. Performed the National anthem at the Padre staium. Jason also plays 9 other instruments and sing. This will be a night to remember. Ticket only $12 in advance, $17 at the door. Ticket Seller: Miss Donuts 7863 Broadway Lemon Grove 619 465-1246. Hotline number for upcoming shows at Sews and Shows Community Theatre 619 460-SHOW or 619 978-2000. Learn More	Close X
Book Signing & Reception May 19, 2008 at 7:00PM
Book Signing & Reception for A Suicide Note, A Murder A Rabbi’s Obsession with Death, Loss and Renewal by Philip Graubart. In this, his first non-fiction book, Rabbi Graubart turns to passages from the Torah to interpret specific crises in his life. Although the focus here is decidedly personal, his purpose is not just to tell a story but to demonstrate a method: How we can find ourselves in the Torah. Currently, spiritual leader of Congregation Beth El in La Jolla, California, Rabbi Graubart is the author of three works of fiction, My Dinner with Michael Jackson, Planet of the Jews, and My Mother’s Song. He also writes about Jewish culture for several journals, including The Forward, The Jerusalam Report, and The San Diego Jewish Journal. Mon., May 19, 2008 7 p.m. Congregation Beth El Jacobs Family Community Hall 8660 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 Learn More	Close X
Green Flash Seaside Concert at Birch Aquarium at Scripps May 21, 2008 at 6:00PM
Join Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UCSD, for an unforgettable summertime experience combining live music and spectacular ocean sunsets during its Green Flash Concert Series from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event is for 21+. Call (858) 534-4109 for reservations. Public: $20 per concert, $90 for the season. Walk-in admission is $25 per concert . Wed., May 21 performance is by deSoL, mixing melodic rock with fiery Latin rhythms. deSoL’s infectious music strikes a chord across cultures. These Jersey rockers will have you out on the dance floor within minutes with their sizzling, high-energy music. Web site: www.desolmusic.com Learn More	Close X
Lux @ Night May 21, 2008 at 7:00PM
On Wednesday, May 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Lux Art Institute, San Diego’s interactive art destination, hosts its monthly Lux @ Night, an evening of cocktails, art and merriment amidst Lux’s four-acre site that overlooks the San Elijo Lagoon and an expansive wildlife preserve that stretches to the Pacific Ocean. While enjoying music and refreshments, guests can view artist Julie Heffernan’s exhibit and her newly finished work Self-Portrait as Another Growth completed while in residency at Lux. Heffernan’s highly detailed self-portraits combine layered imagery and a refined Renaissance technique. She is the centerpiece - a female goddess clothed in ballooning skirts of feathers, bubbles, flowers and animal skins. At Lux, visitors don’t just see art, they “see art happen,” for an interactive art experience. Artists live and work on site, while producing a commissioned work of art. Throughout the year, Lux invites significant regional, national and international artists to participate in the Lux residency and encourages visitors from across the country to observe and engage with them. Contact: Grace Madamba at (760) 436-6611 or gmadamba@luxartinstitute.org. Learn More	Close X
Stone Late Night Movie: The Blues Brothers May 21, 2008 at 9:00PM
Grab a beer at the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens and join us down in the Gardens every Wednesday for the 2008 series of Stone Late Night Movies! Feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets to get comfy as you enjoy our 11.5-foot wide screen! Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens 1999 Citracado Parkway Escondido, CA 92029 (760) 471-4999 http://www.stonebrew.com/movies/ Learn More	Close X
Get Ready for Summer! - Spa Product Making Workshop May 22, 2008 at 6:00PM
Get ready for the beach and the heat of summer by learning how to make your own all-natural spa, bath and body treatments to help you look your best! Learn how to fight the burn of the sun with soothing essential oils and botanicals. Treat yourself to an aromatic bath salt soak. Pamper yourself with a summer facial. Refresh those tired feet with a cooling peppermint foot soak and mask. Quench your thirst with cold, refreshing herbal teas and spa-quality beverages you can make at home. Plus, enjoy the freshest produce summer has to offer by learning how to use it in products you can make at home – such as a “berry-licious” facial mask. Make and take home three high quality, all natural spa treatments to keep you feeling your finest this summer! Come join Karen Peltier-Rishmawi, President of Natural Spa Living, as she shows you how to “bring the spa life home” and guides you through this hands-on workshop entitled “Get Ready for Summer! – Spa at Home.” Karen has diplomas in Aromatherapy, Clinical Nutrition, Clinical Herbology, Spa and Massage Therapy, and Holistic Health. Workshop Price - $35 + a $29 supplies & materials fee. Location: Calavera Hills Community Center in Carlsbad. For registration information or other dates this workshop is offered, please visit www.NaturalSpaLiving.com or contact Karen at 760-690-3695 or Karen.NaturalSpaLiving@cox.net. Learn More	Close X
Concerts on the Green May 23, 2008 at 6:00PM
The Annual Concerts on the Green begins May 23rd. This year we are bringing back your favorites as Concerts on the Green takes on a revival of all the great bands that have played in the past, as well as a few new bands that are sure to get you up and dancing. We kick the season off with two of those new bands “The Stiletto’s” on May 23 and “Stars on the Water” on May 30. Concerts on the Green are free events, and the season runs every Friday evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. through September 5 on the Prescott Promenade in Downtown El Cajon, located on East Main Street between Magnolia and Claydelle. Bench seating is limited so please bring a blanket or chair. Contact Brady Robertson, special events associate at the El Cajon CDC at (619) 401-8858 or visit our Web site at www.downtownelcajon.com. Learn More	Close X
Mission Bay Beach Cleanup May 24, 2008 at 9:00AM
Join San Diego Coastkeeper and Surfrider in helping to keep our beaches and ocean free from pollution as they host a cleanup through their beach cleanup partnership on May 24 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Mission Beach-Fiesta Island. Meeting point TBA. For more information visit www.sdcoastkeeper.org or www.surfridersd.org. Learn More	Close X
Poetry Reading May 24, 2008 at 7:00PM
Join us for an evening of insightful poetry reading by award-winning poets: Shelley Savren as she reads from her book The Common Fire (www.shelleysavren.com ) and her husband, Elijah Imlay reading several selections from his collection (http://www.torhouse.org/prize2004.htm). Two Babes in the Woods 55750 South Circle Drive Idyllwild, CA 92549 Person or group sponsor Michael Sibio Events purpose An event created to market and promote arts and culture, create community and dialogue and create an awareness of the arts. Special features Enjoy wine and cheese, crackers & crudités, sparkling water, hot tea and other treats.	Close X
Happy Songs About The War show May 25, 2008 at 7:00PM
Happy Songs About The War, the new musical one-man show written and performed by San Diego singer/songwriter JD Boucharde, debuts at the 6th@Penn Theatre in Hillcrest on May 25, 2008. A dramatic, semi-fictional production, Happy Songs uses multi-media, monologue, comedy and a score of original songs to illuminate what the artist believes to be truth of the U.S. involvement in Iraq. More importantly, its message of non-violent communication at every level of human interaction elevates the show above its timely topic of the war. JD Boucharde, a popular local piano teacher, singer/songwriter, a published poet, Elvis ”channeler” and activist for social and spiritual change, has been an active artist in San Diego’s club scene and in concert since 1992. JD has been invited to tour his originals in Tokyo, Memphis and New York. JD presently plays and sings every first and third Sunday at the Turf Supper Club in Golden Hill. Tickets for the two-week run are on sale now at www.happysongsaboutthewar.com. The show runs Sunday through Wednesday of the two-week run. Don’t miss it! Advisory: Some strong visuals and language. Learn More	Close X
RA SUSHI PRESENTS FOURTH ANNUAL NICKY’S WEEK MAY 25 – 31 May 25, 2008
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant will host its fourth annual “Nicky’s Week” fundraiser in May to benefit the internationally renowned St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. May 25 -31, all 19 RA Sushi locations including RA San Diego will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of various food and beverage items to help treat and cure children with life-threatening illnesses. Learn More	Close X
REDLANDS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - BEETHOVEN'S NINTH SYMPHONY May 25, 2008 at 3:00PM
"America the Beautiful!" What a wonderful concert to wrap up Fallbrook Music Society's 30th Season! Maestro Robertson leads the Orchestra in an inspiring tribute, which highlights the works of great American composers. And, he gives tribute to the 30th Anniversary of Fallbrook Music Society by personally performing Rhapsody in Blue with the orchestra. Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue Piano soloist: Jon Robertson Ives: Variations on America Griffes: Poem (with flute solo) Copland: Rodeo Bernstein: Four Symphonic Dances (Westside Story) Learn More	Close X
6th Annual Essay Contest Winners Dinner May 28, 2008 at 6:00PM
Alpine elementary school students who wrote essays about why they think their school is the best will be honored at this fund raising dinner on Wed., May 28. Presented by the Education Committee of the Alpine & Mountain Empire Chamber of Commerce, proceeds from the dinner will help provide learning materials for Alpine Union School District students. The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians is a supporting sponsor of the event at 6 p.m. at the Alpine Community Center (1830 Alpine Blvd). The dinner is open to the public. Adult tickets are $25 each; children under 15, $10 and tables of eight, $200. Call the Chamber at (619) 445-2722 to make reservations. Learn More	Close X
Alzheimer's: Family Orientation May 28, 2008 at 12:00PM
Informative session for family and professional caregivers and/or individuals recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. - Diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. - The importance of on-going medical care and treatment. - Understanding the progress of the disease. - How to get the support you need. - Research. Free to individuals, family caregivers and the general public. Free lunch. Free caregiving available during this workshop. RSVP to (760) 479-1818 or e-mail srboyle@5sqc.com.	Close X
Sacha Boutros Live at Anthology May 28, 2008 at 7:30PM
CD Release event. Sacha Boutros Quartet Appearing live at Anthology. www.myspace.com/jazzsacha www.youtube.com/sachaboutros www.sacha-boutros.com Learn More	Close X
Stone Late Night Movie: Harold & Maude May 28, 2008 at 9:00PM
Our friends at Cameron Crowe's record label, Vinyl Films Records, recently released the first official version of the Harold & Maude soundtrack - and on limited edition vinyl, no less! They're giving away one of these precious rarities (along with several other original collectibles they've gathered) to true fans of the film who can answer some expert trivia questions! Grab a beer at the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens and join us down in the Gardens every Wednesday for the 2008 series of Stone Late Night Movies! Feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets to get comfy as you enjoy our 11.5-foot wide screen! Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens 1999 Citracado Parkway Escondido, CA 92029 (760) 471-4999 http://www.stonebrew.com/movies/ Learn More	Close X
PENINSULA SINGERS AND SUN HARBOR CHORUS PERFORM MAY 30 May 30, 2008 at 7:00PM
Two local community chorus groups will perform in concert on Fri., May 30 at 7 p.m. at the North Chapel at Liberty Station. Featuring the Peninsula Singers and the Sun Harbor Chorus, the event will be the first public concert held in the recently renovated historic structure at 2881 Roosevelt Road, on the corner of Truxtun Road at Liberty Station. General admission is $7, admission for children, military and seniors is $5. For more information, contact Bridget Wear at (619) 335-0221 or visit www.thenorthchapel.com. Learn More	Close X
2nd Annual Luau at the Ranch and Great Duck Race May 31, 2008 at 3:00PM
Buy a rubber ducky and enjoy Alpine's "Island Paradise" at the 2nd Annual Luau at the Ranch and Great Duck Race on Sat., May 31. All proceeds from the education fundraiser at the historic Campbell Creek Ranch benefit Alpine schools. Tours of the ranch and tropical food, drinks and entertainment are part of the fun from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m A $10 rubber duck entry for the race could be worth $500! Other prizes will be awarded for second through fifth place winners. Reserve seats @ $40 each, buy a racing duck or a $1 paper duck by calling the Alpine & Mountain Empire Chamber of Commerce at (619) 445-2722. Learn More	Close X
A Toast to Music May 31, 2008 at 5:00PM
Show your support for Downtown El Cajon on Sat., May 31 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. by coming to El Cajon CDC’s 7th annual fundraiser “A Toast to Music.” The East County Performing Arts Center Plaza will come alive with the sound of corks popping, glasses clinking and people having an excellent time, all in support of the ongoing efforts of El Cajon CDC. This celebration includes dozens of participating wineries, breweries and restaurants that all have available stations for unlimited tasting. Join the hundreds of high-spirited El Cajon CDC supporters who attend “A Toast to Music” every year and have a great time while helping with the revitalization of Downtown El Cajon at this amazing fundraiser. General admission tickets are available for $75 per person, premier tasting tickets for $100, which includes an exclusive wine tasting and early entry to the main event, while supplies last. Private tables for eight people are also available at the main event for $800. Contact the El Cajon CDC at (619) 401-8858 for more information, or visit our Web site at www.downtownelcajon.com. Learn More	Close X
Bernadette Peters & Men Alive May 31, 2008
Broadway legend Bernadette Peters will join Men Alive – The Orange County Gay Men’s Chorus in New York City Rhythm! on Saturday, May 31 at the Orange County Performing Arts Center. The show will re-create the magic & music of New York City on stage in two performances at Orange County’s largest and most prestigious venue, the 3,000-seat Segerstrom Hall. Two shows: 3 & 8 pm. Learn More	Close X
Get Ready for Summer! - Spa Product Making Workshop May 31, 2008 at 6:00PM
Get ready for the beach and the heat of summer by learning how to make your own all-natural spa, bath and body treatments to help you look your best! Learn how to fight the burn of the sun with soothing essential oils and botanicals. Treat yourself to an aromatic bath salt soak. Pamper yourself with a summer facial. Refresh those tired feet with a cooling peppermint foot soak and mask. Quench your thirst with cold, refreshing herbal teas and spa-quality beverages you can make at home. Plus, enjoy the freshest produce summer has to offer by learning how to use it in products you can make at home – such as a “berry-licious” facial mask. Make and take home three high quality, all natural spa treatments to keep you feeling your finest this summer! Come join Karen Peltier-Rishmawi, President of Natural Spa Living, as she shows you how to “bring the spa life home” and guides you through this hands-on workshop entitled “Get Ready for Summer! – Spa at Home.” Karen has diplomas in Aromatherapy, Clinical Nutrition, Clinical Herbology, Spa and Massage Therapy, and Holistic Health. Workshop Price - $35 + a $29 supplies & materials fee. Location: Calavera Hills Community Center in Carlsbad. For registration information or other dates this workshop is offered, please visit www.NaturalSpaLiving.com or contact Karen at 760-690-3695 or Karen.NaturalSpaLiving@cox.net. Learn More	Close X
La Mesa Flag Day Parade May 31, 2008 at 9:00AM
On Saturday, May 31st beginning at 9:00 am, downtown La Mesa will dress up in red, white and blue for their Annual Flag Day Parade,” A Salute to Old Glory! “ The parade which begins at 10:00 a.m. marches through downtown La Mesa Village and features some 75 units including 6 marching bands led by the Marine Corps Marching Band. In addition spectators young and old will enjoy floats, military vehicles, active and retired war Heroes, equestrian units and youth groups. Another highlight of the parade is a 20-foot wide flag that is carried down the Blvd. by community volunteers. There will be 2 patriotic pre-parade concerts for your listening pleasure. La Mesa Middle School band will perform at La Mesa Blvd and Palm Avenue and The Granger Middle School Jazz band will perform at La Mesa Blvd and Date Ave. . Each band will play from 9 am – 10 am. Spectators are encouraged to dress in patriotic attire and cheer on the participants in La Mesa’s annual parade. For more information log onto www.cityoflamesa.com or call the Parade hotline at 619- 464-3761. ######### Learn More	Close X
Mardi Gras Cheers for Charity! May 31, 2008 at 7:00PM
San Diegans have an opportunity to positively influence education on the other side of the world with the purchase of a $75 ticket to the La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary Club’s annual fund-raising event, Cheers for Charity. Some of the proceeds from the Mardi Gras-themed party on May 31 will benefit Rotary Hall, a dormitory for female students at the Nangarhar Univeristy in Afghanistan. Already under construction, the $250,000 dormitory will house up to 72 female students who will be able to continue their education at the university level. Many of the students will become teachers and go on to educate another generation of girls in Afghanistan. “Once Afghan girls are in sixth grade or so, they must be taught by female teachers,” explained Steve Brown, a member of the LJGT Rotary club. “The construction of this dormitory will allow more girls to continue their education and eventually become teachers. It is our hope that fewer Afghan girls will have to drop out of school due to a lack of female teachers.” The festive Cheers for Charity 2008 will be held from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sat., May 31, at the La Jolla Marriott (4240 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla). The 19th annual gala will include wine tasting, micro beer sampling, live and silent auctions, food and entertainment. The public is invited to attend. Tickets are $75. Information: (619) 236-8947. Learn More	Close X
Objects USA Presents: ‘SPRING: NEW ACQUISITIONS’ May 31, 2008 at 10:00AM
Objects USA, an online gallery and resource for mid-century art and design, presents Spring: New Acquisitions, its first San Diego sales exhibition of 2008. An opening reception will be held on Fri., May 30 at 7 p.m., and the show will open on Sat., May 31 and Sun., June 1. For their first local show of the year, the trio of enthusiasts behind Objects USA has prepared an all-new show of vintage work from both the fine art and craft traditions. More than 100 pieces, never before offered by Objects USA will be exhibited and available for purchase. Everything on display is vintage, usually from the 50s – 70s, and many items were made by fascinating local artists. This spring exhibition emphasizes California Design and the work of San Diego and Bay Area artists in particular. An overview of mid-century California trends and aesthetics will be reflected by examples of sculpture, painting, pottery, glass, woodworking, jewelry, furniture and lighting. Bay Area painters Ruth Wall and James Grant and sculptor Richard Faralla will be shown alongside San Diego painter Sheldon Kirby and sculptor Joe Nyiri. A special feature of paintings by Kirby is planned. Artists working in other media, who contributed to the studio glass, ceramics and woodworking movements of the 1960s and 70s, include Oscar Bucher, Raul Coronel, Joel Edwards, Robert Fritz, Robert McKeown, Dean Santner, Bob Stocksdale and James Wayne. For more information visit www.objectsusa.com. Learn More	Close X
Speaking of Women’s Health Conference May 31, 2008 at 8:00AM
On Sat., May 31, Sharp HealthCare and the National Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation will host the First Annual Speaking of Women’s Health Conference, which was formerly known as the Sharp Women’s Health Symposium. The Speaking of Women’s Health conference takes the best parts of Sharp's former Symposium and combines it with dynamic new elements to deliver health education in a fun, informative way. Speaking of Women’s Health is an interactive health-education experience that addresses the specific health concerns of women while reaching them in a warm, inspiring setting. This year’s theme “Discover Your Everyday Super Hero” is designed for women to realize the hero in themselves and to begin noticing the many everyday super heroes who surround them. Tickets are $40 and include a continental breakfast, gourmet lunch, a gift bag valued at more than $200, free health screenings, keynote presentations by Doctor Pam Peeke, one of the country’s leading women physicians, and Encinitas resident Colette Carlson, a nationally-recognized motivational speaker on sales, negotiation, communication and balance, ask-the-doctor and pharmacist booths and informative breakout sessions given by health and beauty experts. For more information on how you can attend this conference, call (800) 82-SHARP or visit www.sharp.com/womensevent. Learn More	Close X
The Wedding Singer May 31, 2008 at 8:00PM
It's 1985 and rock-star wannabe, life-of-the-party Robbie Hart is New Jersey's favorite wedding singer until his own fiancee leaves him at the alter. Enter Julia, a winsome waitress who bowls him over. The only trouble is Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark, unless Robbie can win the heart of the girl of his dreams. California Center for the Arts,Escondido Learn More	Close X
The Wedding Singer May 31, 2008 at