KPBS Picks for May 22nd

 StoryCorps participants record a personal story. Photo by Tony Rinaldo, courtesy of StoryCorps

StoryCorps Military Voices Initiative: Share Your Story!

StoryCorps is partnering with KPBS and The USS Midway Museum to record, preserve, and share the stories of veterans, service members, and military families in San Diego, California from June 3 – June 22, 2013.

- USS Midway Museum

- Ongoing until Saturday, June 22, 2013

Wednesday, May 22

Promotional photo of Buzz Aldrin. Courtesy of Buzz Aldrin

Buzz Aldrin Book Signing

Buzz and co-author Leonard David will be signing their new book “Mission to Mars: My Vision for Space Exploration.” Copies of Buzz’s children’s book “Look to the Stars,” is also available for purchase.

- San Diego Air & Space Museum

- 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

Promotional logo for Eat. Drink. Read. on May 22nd, 2013 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.

San Diego Council On Literacy Presents 'Eat. Drink. Read.'

Local chefs will prepare unique dishes inspired by their favorite book, as guests sip spirits, taste the unique creations, discuss literary ties, and support the San Diego Council on Literacy’s ongoing efforts to enrich education.

- NTC Promenade McMillin Center (Bldg 117) 2875 Dewey Rd San Diego, CA 92106

- 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

Image of Twin Shadow, who will be performing at the Belly Up on May 22nd, 2013.

Twin Shadow Performing At The Belly Up

Twin Shadow unites 1980s new wave sounds with modern pop sensibilities in an artistic style that will grab the attention of every person standing in the audience. Twin Shadow will also be performing with Elliphant.

- Belly Up Tavern

- 9 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

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Sushi Making Class At Sushi On A Roll

Owner/Chef Jeff Roberto and his chefs will teach you and your friends how to make sushi with the chef's behind the sushi bar! Experience first hand a sushi chef's point of view and watch everyone enjoy each and every bite.

- Sushi On A Roll, 1620 National Avenue, San Diego, CA

- 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

Promotional graphic for the Cajon Classic Cruise taking place in Downtown El Cajon every Wednesday until September 25th, 2013.

Cajon Classic Cruise - Pick Ups Limited

Attracting more than 200 cars and drawing hundreds of visitors, this event features a “topless” theme—topless cars, that is. Stroll downtown to view tons of neat convertibles, car club corral Pick Ups Limited, and a live magic show by Alfonso.

- Main and Magnolia, Downtown El Cajon

- 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

Book cover for the book, "Drowning Ruth" By Christina Schwarz.

UC Book Club: 'Drowning Ruth' By Christina Schwarz

The UC Book Club will discuss "Drowning Ruth" by Christina Schwarz. In the winter of 1919, a young mother drowns beneath the ice of a rural Wisconsin lake, dramatically changing the lives of her daughter, troubled sister, and husband.

- University Community Branch Library, 4155 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

- 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday, May 23

Image from the film "Vegetarian Cannibal", that will be shown during the Frequency Film Festival.

Frequency Film Festival: 'Vegetarian Cannibal'- OPENING NIGHT

Danko is a strict vegetarian but he leaves a trail of human victims in his wake. He solicits bribes from patients, bullies his colleagues, and covers up his medical mistakes. Despite this, he is a serious contender for clinic chief.

- The Ocean Beach Playhouse 4944 Newport Avenue, Ocean Beach, CA 92107

- 9:45 p.m.

Thursday, May 23

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Paragraph Slam Night At Upstart Crow

Join writers from the Go, Be, Write! Meetup group and hear them read their first paragraphs of new projects!!! This is a lively group with more than a 100 members from all genres (except poetry). In the end - vote for the best paragraph!

- Upstart Crow Bookstore & Coffeehouse

- 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 23

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Solar For Homeowners I - Getting Started With Solar

This first workshop in the two-part series is tailored to homeowners interested in going solar. This free workshop will outline the fundamentals of solar electricity for residential systems. Learn how to reduce or eliminate your electric bill.

- California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE), 9325 Sky Park Court, Suit 100 San Diego, CA 92123

- 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Upcoming on May 22nd

Morning

Books & Beans Book Drive At Starbucks

Starbucks Coffee

7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Sophie's Center Art Exhibit

Bread & Cie, 350 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103

7 a.m.

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'Crossing The Divide: Works By Ellen Dieter & Pia Stern'

L Street Fine Art Gallery, San Diego, CA

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Spring Is In Bloom At The Garden

Water Conservation Garden at Cuyamaca College, El Cajon, CA

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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The Joint® Honors Expectant Moms Throughout The Month Of May

The Joint...the chiropractic place

9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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XXII La Jolla Energy Conference: May 20-22, 2013

Institute of the Americas, 10111 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Bravo School Of Art: Yo-Yo Embellishment Sampler

Bravo School of Art, San Diego, CA

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Interpretive Nature Walks

Mission Trails Regional Park, San Diego, CA

9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Free Guided Nature Walk At The Mission Trails Regional Park

Mission Trails Regional Park, San Diego, CA

9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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'Explor-O-Rama' Exhibit At The Fleet

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Timken Museum Of Art Guided Docent Tours: Collection Of American & European Paintings/ Russian Icons

Timken Museum of Art, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to noon

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'Make Your Own Kind Of Music: The Art Of Musical Instruments' At Mingei International Museum

Mingei International Museum: Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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San Diego Air & Space Museum Presents 'Ripley’s Believe It or Not'

San Diego Air & Space Museum, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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OMA Presents 'In Search Of Shadows: James Hubbell Sculpture'

Oceanside Museum of Art , Oceanside, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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'Art Through The Generations' Exhibit At The Coronado Public Library

Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118

10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Dan Adams' Art Exhibit 'Hot Dogs' At Sophie's Gallery NTC

NTC Liberty Station, 2825 Dewey Road, San Diego, CA 92106

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Dan Adams' Art Exhibit 'Hot Dogs'- Sophie's Gallery El Cajon

Sophie's Gallery, 109 Rea Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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'Rocky Mountain Express' IMAX Film At Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, San Diego, CA

10 a.m.

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Mikey's Magnetic Mash-Up At New Children's Museum

New Children's Museum, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - 'Origins Of Life' Exhibition

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, San Diego, CA

10 a.m.

More Exhibits

'Jana Brike: Solo Show'

ArtHatch, Escondido, CA

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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'Dino Jaws' Exhibit At The NAT

San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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San Diego Art Institute Presents The 52nd International Juried Awards Exhibition

San Diego Art Institute, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Mingei International Museum Presents 'Menagerie - Artful Animals'

Mingei International Museum: Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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MOPA's 30th Birthday Celebration!

Museum of Photographic Arts , San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Living Coast Discovery Center's 'Deadly Waters'

Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive Chula Vista, CA 91910

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

More Animals

'access/ABILITY' Exhibit At San Diego Museum Of Man

Museum of Man, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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'Handcrafted Journeys: Japanese American Woodworkers In San Diego' Exhibit

Japanese Friendship Garden San Diego, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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San Diego History Center Presents 'Bottled & Kegged: SD's Craft Brew Culture'

San Diego History Center, San Diego, CA

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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North San Diego Certified Farmers Market

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead, 12655 Sunset Drive, Escondido, CA 92025

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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The 'Cartes' Of Jo Mora

The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla, 7825 Fay Ave Suite LL-A La Jolla CA 92037

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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'For Love' A Compilation Of Work By Paul Cava

JDC Fine Art, San Diego, CA

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Galeria Jan Presents Kai Savelsberg

Galeria JAN, 1250 Prospect Street Suite B21 La Jolla, CA 92037

11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Pulse Gallery Presents 'Mee Shim: Fragmented Journeys'

Pulse Gallery, 2825 Dewey Rd, San Diego, CA

11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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'The Maps Of Jo Mora' Exhibit At The Map & Atlas Museum Of La Jolla

Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla, 7825 Fay St., La Jolla CA

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Afternoon

Front Porch Gallery Presents 'Sargent Art Group: Celebrating McNeil'

Front Porch Gallery, Carlsbad, CA

noon to 6 p.m.

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'Monstro And The Kelp Kids' New Works By Monstrinho

Thumbprint Gallery, La Jolla, CA

noon to 4 p.m.

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Carlsbad Village Certified Farmers Market

Roosevelt St between Grand Ave and Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, California 92008

1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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Brain Fitness Class

College Avenue Center, San Diego, CA

1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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'Chicago' The Musical At Welks Resorts Theatre

Welk Resorts Theatre, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive Escondido, CA 92026

1 p.m.

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UC Book Club: 'Drowning Ruth' By Christina Schwarz

University Community Branch Library, 4155 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

More Books

San Marcos Farmers' Market

Cal State San Marcos, Lot B, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Bravo School Of Art: 3-D Art 4 weeks (Ages 6-11)

Bravo School of Art, San Diego, CA

4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Evening

Buzz Aldrin Book Signing

San Diego Air & Space Museum, San Diego, CA

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Rady School Rady Live: FlexMBA Virtual Information Session

www.joinwebinar.com; Webinar ID: 114-409-051

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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Cajon Classic Cruise - Pick Ups Limited

Main and Magnolia, Downtown El Cajon

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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San Diego Council On Literacy Presents 'Eat. Drink. Read.'

NTC Promenade McMillin Center (Bldg 117) 2875 Dewey Rd San Diego, CA 92106

5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Bravo School Of Art: Mosaic (6 weeks)

Bravo School of Art, San Diego, CA

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Tammy Greenwood’s Fiction Read & Critique

Word's Alive, 5111 Santa Fe St #219 San Diego, CA 92109

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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'Other Desert Cities' At Old Globe

Old Globe Theatre, San Diego, CA

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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'Be A Good Little Widow' At The Old Globe

Old Globe Theatre, San Diego, CA

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Sushi Making Class At Sushi On A Roll

Sushi On A Roll, 1620 National Avenue, San Diego, CA

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

More Culinary

San Diego Padres Vs. St. Louis Cardinals!

PETCO Park, San Diego, CA

7:10 p.m.

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'Fiddler On The Roof' At Lamb's Players Theatre

Lamb's Players Theatre, Coronado, CA

7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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High Tide Dinners At Marine Room: May 22-25, 2013

Marine Room, 2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla, California 92037

7:51 p.m.

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