What's Happening in San Diego - November 2010

November 1 - November 14 - WELK RESORT PRESENTS MUSIC,MEMORIES & LAUGHTER
Welk Resort Dinner Theatre,Escondido, California
Enjoy this performance on stage at the Welk Resort Dinner Theatre in Escondido.
http://www.welktheatre.com/ Phone: 888-802-7469

November 1 - November 28 - CORONADO PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS DRACULA
Coronado Playhouse, Coronado, California
Enjoy this performance at the Coronado Playhouse. http://www.coronadoplayhouse.com/

November 4 - November 14 - MEMORIAL PARK CARNIVAL
3900 Marcy Avenue (near Oceanview Blvd & 30th Street) San Diego, California Phone: 951-360-0713
This carnival offers challenging games and thrilling rides for all ages. It's a great place to bring the children, teens, a date or your friends. Candy, soda and snack food will be available. 5-11pm $1.50

November 5 - LIGHT THE NIGHT
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdDel Mar, California Phone: 6:00 - 11:00pm
Each year, in communities all across the United States and Canada, teams of families, friends, co-workers and local and national corporations come together to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light the Night Walk events and bring help and hope to people battling blood cancers. Walk Distance: 2 miles. The Walk is done at a leisurely pace and takes less than an hour to complete. http://www.lightthenight.org/sd/

November 5 - 6 - BIKE THE COAST
North Pier Area Oceanside, California
Bike the Coast is a cycling event which offers opportunities for everyone from the beginner or junior rider up to the more serious regular rider to enjoy the coast and hills of North County. Choose from a 7-mile, a 15 mile ride or a 25-mile ride. Friday: Noon - 8:00pm Saturday: 6:00am - 2:00pm http://bikethecoast.eventmediainc.com/

November 6 - November 7 - CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM
Bates Nut FarmValley Center, California Phone: 9:00 am-4:30pm
Arts n' Crafts Fair with over 100 artisan, face painting, farm zoo & entertainment. http://batesnutfarm.biz/

November 6 - 7 - SAN DIEGO TROPICAL FISH SHOW
Balboa ParkSan Diego, California
Exotic Tropical saltwater & freshwater fish will be on display. Aquarium enthisiasts are sure to enjoy themselves! Phone: 619-232-8232 http://www.sdbgf.org/

November 6 - 7 - ESCONDIDO RENAISSANCE FAIR & SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
742 Clarence Lane, Escondido, California: 10am - 6pm
The age of chivalry will be recreated among the wonders of nature in an idealic setting. Travel back to the 16th century and the glories of the reign of Elizabeth the First. Activities include battle pageants, music in the streets, jugglers and hundreds of costumed re-enactors performing in the giant outdoor play. http://www.goldcoastfestivals.com/

November 6 - CURIE'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
4080 Governor DriveSan Diego, California: 9am - 3pm
One of the largest holiday craft fairs in San Diego! Family entertainment & over 100 booths including arts & crafts, bake sale, food, a Kid's Corner, silent auction and a drawing. Free parking. http://www.curiepta.org/

November 6 - MIRA MESA INVITATIONAL BAND REVIEW & FIELD TOURNEY
Mira Mesa High School - (Reagan Rd./HIllery Dr.) Mira Mesa, California: Phone: 828-271-1572
Marching bands from throughout Southern California will complete in two events; the structure and synchronization of a parade doen Mira Mesa Boulevard and the pageantry of a field show tournament. Trophies are awarded for Band Auxillary, Music Percussion and Drum Major. $9.00
http://www.miramesaband.org/

November 6 - ANNUAL EAST COUNTY CRUISERS CAR SHOW & TOY DRIVE
15954 Woods Valley RoadValley Center, California: 9am - 2pm
New & Classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, trucks and motorcycles! Trophies, raffle prizes, free games, music, vendors, food & fun.
http://www.eastcountycruisers.com/

November 7 - CARLSBAD VILLAGE STREET FAIR
Grand Avenue, Downtown Carlsbad,California: 8am - 4pm
Largest one-day street fair in California, features 800+ exhibitors, international food & live entertainment.
http://kennedyfaires.com/

November 7 - ANNUAL FALL BACK FESTIVAL
San Diego Gaslamp QuarterSan Diego, California: 11am-4pm
Fall back in time to the 1800's when horses were the mode of travel. The event offers pony rides, horse-drawn carriage rides, country music, square dancing, puppet shows, soap-making, old time picnic games, and an old-fashioned candy store. You can also shop for stuff or stop for lunch.
http://www.mcfarlanepromotions.com/

November 7 - ANNUAL SHELTER ISLAND 5K RUN/WALK
North Harbor Drive, San Diego , California Phone: 619-298-7400
5K run/walk on a scenic course that travels from the downtown area to Shelter Island. There are 16 age divisions for a fair chance to win an award. Proceeds from the event benefit the Bannister Family House through the UC Medical Center. 7:30-10:30 $30-$37 (adult) - $14-$17 (child age 12 & younger) - $23 (active duty military until October 29th then adult admission) - $18-$27 (special injured military)
http://www.kathyloperevents.com/

November 7 - KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE
6th Ave & Palm (Balboa Park) San Diego, California Phone: 760-692-2900
Proceeds from this 5k run/walk will fund breast cancer education, screenings, research and treatment programs. Post-event activities will take place at the grassy area on the west side of the park. $18-$38
http://komensandiego.org/

November 10 - TASTE OF CORONADO
5:00pm - 8:00 pm Coronado, California
Take a culinary trip around the world one bite at a time: handmade gelatos, wines, barbeque, spicy Thai, traditional Irish Pub grub, Mexican fare and fresh seafood. Tickets are $35 in advance. Stroll lazily along Orange Avenue or let the trolley deliever you to your next mouth-watering destination.

November 11 - ANNUAL SAN DIEGO VETERANS'S DAY PARADE
Cedar Street and Pacific Highway - DowntownSan Diego, California 11:00am
This parade is held in admiration of veterans of past wards and to give a salute of recognition and honor to our military men and women of today who strive to keep our country safe. Several events are scheduled. http://www.sdvetparade.org

November 11-14 - ANNUAL DIXON LAKE TROUT DERBY
1700 North La Honda Drive, Escondido, California Phone: 760-839-4680
A fun-filled event for anglers of all ages! Many ways to win great prizes. He only cost to enter the derby is that each fisherman must purchase a daily permit, normally required to fish the lake anyways, plus adults 16 and over must have a California Fishing License. 6:00am - 4:45pm

November 12-14 - HEAD TO TOE WOMEN'S EXPO FEATURING BABY BUMP & BEYOND
Del Mar FairgroundsDel Mar, California
Vendors of products and services appealing to women, such as clothing, jewelry, cosmetics and more. "Baby Bump and Beyond" features products for expectant mothers.
http://www.headtotoewomensexpo.com/

November 13 - THANKSGIVING HUNGER WALK/RUN
1042 South Mission, Fallbrook, California
3-mile walk/run presented by the Fallbrook Food Pantry in an effort to relieve hunger & provide hope & resources to those in need. Begins at 9:00am. http://fallbrookfoodpantry.org/home0.aspx

November 13 - WALK TO CURE DIABETES
Balboa Park San Diego, California Phone: 858-597-0240
Type-1 diabetes strikes children suddenly often making them dependent on insulin for life. This walk draws people together in a healthy activity to raise funds to help find a cure for the disease. Includes a small expo. 7am - 12pm http://www.jdrfsd.org/

November 13 - FESTIVAL DAS BANDAS
8:00am San Diego, California Phone: 619-666-6497
14 bands playing the best of Portugese music will march in a parade to a cultural Music Fest where you can relax and enjoy a concert with beer and light refreshments. Parade (Avenida De Portugal/Rosecrans St. - Avenida De Portugal - United Portugese Hall); Music Fest (United Portugese Hall - 2818 Avenida De Portugal)

November 13 - DEL MAR MUD RUN
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, California: 7am-5pm
5k course with multple mudpits and challenging military-style obstacles that include tunnel crawls, tire obstacles, cargo net crawls and jump walls. Registration is limited to the first 5,000.
http://www.delmarmudrun.com/

November 17-21 - SAN DIEGO BAY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Embarcadero Marina Park NorthSan Diego, California Phone: 619-342-7337
5-day wine and food extravaganza featuring 170 world-class wineries and spirit producers, 70 of San Diego's award-winning fine dining restaurants, gourmet foods, celebrity chefs, wine dinners, cooking classes, wine tasting classes, auctions, wine tastings and unlimited food samples! Various locations.
http://www.worldofwineevents.com/

November 18-30 - WELK RESORT THEATRE PRESENTS: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Welk Resort Dinner Theatre, Escondido, California
Enjoy this performance on stage at the Welk Resort Dinner Theatre Escondido.

November 18 -30 - WELK RESORT THEATRE PRESENTS: BIG BAND CHRISTMAS
Welk Resort Dinner TheatreEscondido, California
Enjoy this performance on stage at the Welk Resort Dinner Theatre Escondido.
http://www.welktheatre.com/

November 18- VINCE VAUGHN & KEVIN JAMES COMEDY ROADSHOW
Balboa Theatre, 868 4th Ave, San Diego. 8:00 pm
These Hollywood funny men are embarking on a 14-city national tour tive sketch comedy and surpise special guest. 619-570-1100, www.sandiegotheatres.org

November 19-21 - ARTS OFF BROADWAY PRESENTS OLIVER!
California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido, California. 800-988-4253
a touching drama and comedy for all ages in the classic Charles Dickens story about a nine-year-old orphan taken in by a rag-tag group of young pickpockets. www.artsoffbroadway.org

November 19-21 - DEL MAR ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, California Phone: 800-943-7501
Calendar Antique Shows is proud to present 100,000 square feet of antiques, vintage collectables and decorator items. San Diego County Fairgrounds. Friday & Saturday: 11:00am to 7:00pm; Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm. $8.00 is good for the entire run of the show, with free return privileges. 50% discount available at www.calendarshows.com

November 19-21 - ANNUAL SAN DIEGO BREAST CANCER 3-DAY WALK
Del Mar FairgroundsDel Mar, California Phone: 7:00am
Walk a total of 60 miles in 3 days & raise awareness about breast cancer. http://www.the3day.org/site/PageServer

Novmeber 19 - CITY OF SANTEE HOLIDAY LIGHTING CELEBRATION
9884 Mission Gorge RoadSan Diego, California: 5:30-8:30pm
A special evening that includes entertainment by "The Corvettes", free kids holiday crafts, horse drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, skating rink attraction, lighting ceremony and fireworks!
http://www.ci.santee.ca.us/

November 20 - ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS MOTORCYCLE BENEFIT RIDE
Oceanside Harbor Parking Lot #1Oceanside, California Phone: 760-479-9450
The Toys for Tots ride will depart the Oceanside Harbor parking lot and end at Casino Pauma. Bring $10 and a new unwrapped toy. Lunch will be provided by Casino Pauma. There will also be prize drawings and a drill team show. Oceanside police escorted ride departs at 11:20am. The ride benefits the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

November 21 - 64TH ANNUAL MOTHER GOOSE PARADE
Magnolia Ave & Main Street, El Cajon, California: 10:00am
The Mother Goose Parade is the largest, single day event in San Diego County and one of the biggest parades of its kind in the United States. Generally there are over 100 entries featuring clowns, floats, bands, equestrians, giant balloons and Santa Claus. http://www.mothergooseparage.org/

November 21 - ENCINITAS STREET FAIRE & FALL FESTIVAL
Coast HighwayEncinitas, California: 9am-4pm
400 unique booths featuring arts & crafts, antiques, clothing, items from around the world and more. The Fall Faire also offers children's rides and two stages of live entertainment. http://kennedyfaires.com/

November 24-28 - SAN DIEGO THANKSGIVING DIXIELAND FESTIVAL
500 Hotel Circle NorthSan Diego, California
Annual celebration of Dixieland Jazz featuring bands from all over the US. The Festival bands represent a wide variety of traditional jazz, Dixieland and swing styles.

November 25 - FATHER JOE'S THANKSGIVING DAY 5K
Balboa Park San Diego , California Phone: 619-446-2100
Express both thanks for what we have and extend a meaningful understanding to those who are without a home. Proceeds from this 5K event will provide basic provisions for underprivileged persons through the St. Vincent De Paul Village. 7-11am; $30 (adult); $15 (child).
http://www.thanksgivingdayrun.org/

November 25 - THANKSGIVING DAY RUN/WALK FOR THE HUNGRY
13th & Imperial - Petco ParkSan Diego, California: 7:10-9:30am
The proceeds of this event go toward helping feed those in need via the San Diego Food Bank & Jewish Family Science Program. Canned goods are always welcomed. Participate in either the 5K or 10K. Dog friendly event. http://www.kathyloperevents.com/hungry/

November 25 - OCEANSIDE A TURKEY TROT
Oceanside, California
5K run/walk & Kid's Pier-to-Pier benefiting Oceanside Schools & the Virginia Ann Schuenemann Memorial Fund. Downtown Oceanside.http://www.osideturkeytrot.com/

November 25 - January 2, 2011 - HOLIDAY OF LIGHTS
Del Mar FairgroundsDel Mar, California
View more than 400 spectacular lighted scenes as you drive around the Del Mar Racetrack. http://www.sdfair.com/holidayoflights/

November 26-28 - SAN DIEGO SURF COLLEGE CUP
1455 El Camino Real - San Diego Polo Field, San Diego, California Phone: 760-944-7176
Premier youth soccer tournament. Participating teams (players age 15-18) come from as many as 25 States and Canada to compete for the coveted Surf College Cup Trophy. 8:00am - 5:30pm http://www.surfcup.com/

November 27-December 26, PLAID TIDINGS - A SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION OF FOREVER PLAID
Old Globe theatre, San Diego, California
this holiday edition continues the story of the singing group whose lives were lost in an accident en route to see The ED Sullivan Show. www.oldglobe.org

November 27 - JULIAN'S COUNTRY CHRISTMAS & TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
2129 Main StreetJulian, California Phone: 6:00pm
The traditional lighting of the Julian Community Christmas Tree ceremony features the Julian Carolers & a visit from Santa. Festivities begin at 4:00pm, tree lighting at 6:00pm. Pioneer Park.

November 28 - ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY - FALLBROOK
Downtown Fallbrook - Village SquareFallbrook, California . Celebrate the holidays with Fallbrook's special tree lighting ceremony. http://www.fallbrook.org/

November 28 - Surfin' Santa at Seaport Village
Do you have a holiday wish list? Santa likes to visit the Big Bay too. Deliver it to Santa in person at Seaport Village. www.thebigbay.com/here-comes-santa-claus.html

November 30 - LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILY NIGHT & TEDDY BEAR DRIVE
3502 Sports Arena Blvd.San Diego, California 619-692-4869
The main event is held at the Sports Arean parking lot where parents can get their child's fingerprint & DNA sample. 5:00-8:00pm. Donation of a new unwrapped teddy bear or stuffed animal (all Chick-Fil-A restaurants offer a free meal in exchange for a toy donation)