SAN DIEGO RESOLUTION RUN Jan 9 The event offers 5K, 10K, and 15K run/walks at East Mission Bay where cool breezes drift inland and invigorates participants to keep moving. Proceeds benefit the Sun Strides Foundation that helps to provide sustainable energy projects for persons living in East Africa. 7-10am. East Mission Bay - Visitor's Center - Fiesta Island Roadway. S20-S30 (5K run/walk adult) - S25-S35 (10K run/walk adult) - $30-$40 (adult run) - S10-S20 (5K run/walk age 15 & younger) - $10-$20 (10K run/walk 15 &younger) Rachel Hiner (619) 890-6067 or http://www.sandieqoresolutionrun.com/
LA JOLLA MOTOR CAR CLASSIC Jan 10 One-of-a-kind automobiles and antique cars will be on display at an elite car show in La Jolla. It's an opportunity to gaze upon exceptional automobile collections and historic cars amid music, cocktails, and a beautiful backdrop of the La Jolla coastline. 8am -4pm. Ellen Browning Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove. $15.00 - $20.00. Laurel McFarlane (619) 233-5008 or http://www.lajollamotorcarclassic.com/
ANNUAL LEGO TRAIN EXIBIT Jan 1-15 The San Diego Model Railroad Museum welcomes the Southern California LEGO Train Club to showcase their latest LEGO creations. Balboa Park. http://www.sdmrm.org/
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Jan 15-17 The Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber production. staring Ted Neeley in the title role. Ticketing Info Phone: 619-570-1100, 858-570-1100. ticketing@sandiegotheathers.org
THE LUTHER KING JR. PARADE Jan 16 This parade is held in honor and remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who strived to achieve peace between all races of people by promoting cultural pride and social harmony. The parade is composed of college and high school bands, drill teams, floats, dance groups, and other community groups. 10am -2pm. Tailgate Park (13th St. & Imperial Ave.) Robert Matthews (619) 264-054? or www.alpha zsl.org
SAN DIEGO MULTICUTURAL FESTIVAL Jan 16 It's a fun festival that celebrates the diversity of San Dieoo to excite, educate, and entertain. Visit the Global Villages and enjoy continuous multicultural performances of music, song, and dance. You can also shop for merchandise, have a tasty lunch, and take the kids to the Children's area. 11am - 5pm. Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade (north side of Harbor Dr. between 4th Ave. & Market St.) Jacki Tavlor (619) 533-7145 or http://www.ccdc.com/
MOMIX Jan 16 The amazing grace of the human body is the focus of this playful company of illusionists under the direction of legendary choreographer Moses Pendleton. They are well acclaimed for their athletic dance, humor and outrageous costumes. Stephen and Mary Birch North Park Theater on University Ave., 92104, 2:00pm & 8:00pm. S30-S65. 858.459.3728 or http://www.ljms.org/
SUCCESSFUL AGING EXPO Jan 16 Town and Country Resort & Convention Center in Mission Valley. 9am - 3pm. Room reservations from $129.1-800-350-6205
BARCAMP SAN DIEGO 6 Jan 16-17 BarCamp is an international network of user generated conferences (or unconferences) - open, participatory workshop-events, whose content is provided by participants. Talks are in 30 minute blocks and to give a talk just show up to the event and write your name down on the schedule. If you have something interesting to contribute please come by and give a talk on what you're passionate about. Past talks have ranged from information security, sleep patterns, web development, sandwich making, photography, and even knitting. We are open to anything and everything so come by, pull up a chair, and see what people in the region are excited about! 10am-5pm. Intuit, Santa Fe Campus in Carmel Valley, http://www.barcamosd.org/
CA Center of the Arts presents Kris Kristofferson Jan 17 American writer, singer songwriter, actor and musician Kris Kristofferson will perform at 7 pm on Sunday at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Ticket info: 800-988-4253 or http://www.artcenterorg/
SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK Jan 17-22 Experience cusine that delights your palate and defines the art of dining in San Diego. Choose from over 180 of San Diego's best restaurants and enjoy a 3 course meal for $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Now is your chance to discover new restaurants and enjoy all your favorites at a discounted price! It is strongly recommended that diners make reservations in advance. To make a reservation, diners may contact restaurants directly. Prospect St & Girard Ave in La Jolla. http://www.sandieaorestaurantweek.com/
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MARCH Jan22 Knox Elementary School students, accompanied by school staff, administrators, and special guests will proudly march around the community of Lincoln Park in honor and remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The school band will lead the way with marching music. 9:30-11:00 am. Knox Elementary School (1098 49th St.) Gary Rollins (619) 262-2473
KEEBLER KIDS MARATHON MILE Jan 23 Though created for kids ages 12 and under, everyone is welcome to participate. Moms, dads, and big kids are invited to join the fun in this non-competitive 1-mile run/walk through LEGOLAND. 8am. Cost: Free with admission, http://www.carlsbadmarathon.com/
BIG BAY WHALE DAY;. Jan 23 The Big Bay Whale Days festival will feature discounts for adults and children participating whale watching excursions as well as discounts to the USS Midway Museum and the Maritime Museum, and money-saving coupons to stores and restaurants along the North Embarcadero (North Harbor Drive). Harbor Drive along the Embarcadero. 11am-3pm. For more information and downloadable coupons, please visit: http://www.thebjgbay.com/
AUTO PRODUCT RECYCLING Jan 23 City of San Diego at-home mechanics can take advantage of this offer. At no cost today, residents can drop off used oil, anitfreeze, oil filters, and auto batteries where they will be disposed of in an environ¬mentally safe way. However, there is a 10-gallon limit per person. 9am-1pm. East Mission Bay (South Shores near Sea World Dr.) Info desk (858) 694-7000
FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER 5K FUN RUN Jan 23 Paricipants who join this event can walk, run or stroll around Lake Hodges in Rancho Bernardo. Babies in strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome. Proceeds from the event are anticipated to provide 500,000 meals for hungry persons in San Diego County and in Tanzania, East Africa. 8:00-11:00am. Lake Hodges. Admission $20-25.00 adult - $10-15 age 5-7- $55-75 group of 4+ persons - $5.00 per dog. 858-592-2434
CARLSBAD MARATHON & HALF-MARATHON Jan 24 Do the ultimate half marathon experience - the Half Marathon Triple Crown. Enjoy 39.3 miles of running paradise with three of the countries best and most scenic half marathons. Complete all three and in addition to a huge sense of accomplishment, you'll earn a gorgeous Triple Crown medal at the America's Finest City Half Marathon finish line. Remember you must do Carlsbad first, so register today and secure your spot in the 2010 triple crown challenge! 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92008. 760-692-2900 or http://www.carlsbadmarathon.com/
PGA TOUR GOLF TOURNAMENT Jan 25-31 San Diego is proud to be the host for the Buick Invitational Golf Tournament at the exclusive Torrey Pines Golf Course where you can watch top professional golfing at its best. 8:30am - 5:00pm. 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd. Tom Wilson (858) 886-4653 or http://www.centuryclubofsandigo.org/
SAN DIEGO BLACK FILM FESTIVAL RED CARPET Jan 29 Celebrity filmmakers will arrive by limo and be dropped off at a curbside red carpet area in front of the Balboa Theatre before entering a film festival at Horton Plaza. It's an opportunity for fans to see the filmmakers in person as they meet the media for brief interviews. 6:00-8:30pm. 4th Ave (between Broadway & F St. in front of the Balboa Theatre) Info desk (619) 232-1580 or http://www.sdbff.com/
LAKE HODGES TRAIL RUN 5K Jan30 The event is a 5K run along the North Shore Trail at beautiful Lake Hodges. Proceeds from this event will help build a biogas conversion tank for cooking at the Tumaini Childrens Village in Arusha, Tanzinia (East Africa) 8:00-10:00 am. Lake Hodges at the boat dock. Admission $20-30 adult, $10-20 child age 16 and younger. 619-890-6067 http://www.sunstrides.org/
BRIDAL BAZAAR Jan 31 Meet 300 of San Diego's most trusted wedding professionals with thousands of fresh ideas to make your wedding spectacular, San Diego Convention Center, Halls G & H (111 West Harbor Dr.) 11:00 am- 4:00 pm. http://www.bridalbazaar.com/
SAN DIEGO OPERA PRESENT LA BOHEME Jan 30, Feb 2,5 and 7, One of the most popular operas ever written. Will deeply touch your sould. Two young, poor "bohemians" discover a love so intense that they find it unbearable to be apart, yet impossible to be together. Set in the vivid, boisterous world of Paris' 19th century Latin Quarter. Location 12003rd Ave. Call for tickets and performance times 619-533-7000. http://www.sdopera.com/
WHALE WATCHING IN SAN DIEGO Jan - March, Mid- January is the peak fo the migrating season to see whales swimming past our shores to Baja, Mexico to mate and nurse their young. The Grays are visible from mid-late December to mid-March. See short films on the migration of the whales and learn about other marine life as well. http://www.hornblower.com/ or 619-686-8715, http://www.aquarium.ucsdedu/ or 858-534-7336, www.nps.gov/cabr or 619-523-4562
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Thursday, January 7, 2010
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