ONLINE CALENDAR Balboa Park, gallery and museum listings, ongoing ...

ONLINE CALENDAR Balboa Park, gallery and museum listings, ongoing ...

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BALBOA PARK

CENTRO CULTURAL DE LA RAZA, 2125 Park Blvd., Balboa Park, 619-235-6135. Through Nov. 26: Dia de los Muertos Altares/Celebration de Ofrendas, an exhibition featuring Day of the Dead altars and murals. Features “The Crying Planet” community altar by Celeste Leon de Roberts, Tereasa Hoyos, and Jose Uscanga Chavez. Ongoing: at 2 p.m. every second Sunday, experience Zapateado, a traditional Mexican dance performed by The Centro’s Ballet Folklorico; at 2 p.m. every third Sunday of the month, stop in for PalabraDAS, an open-mike and exhibit forum for local artists; and at noon every third Sunday of the month, check out Centro Mercado, a market featuring handicrafts by local artists. www.centroraza.com

HOUSE OF PACIFIC RELATIONS International Cottages, 2125 Park Blvd., 619-234-0739. Ongoing: from 2-3 p.m. every Sunday, enjoy an ethnic food fair featuring food, drink and entertainment from all national groups represented. www.sdhpr.org

MINGEI INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM, 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-239-0003. Through Apr. 15: Of Gold and Grass: Nomads of Kazakhstan. Through March: Symbols of Identity: Jewelry Of Five Continents, an exhibit featuring a wide range of body adornments of multiple mediums from all over the world. Through Feb. 11: a retrospective sculpture exhibit by John Dirks. www.mingei.org

MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM, 1649 El Prado, 619-696-0199. Ongoing: the museum contains operating train layouts including: Tehachipi Pass, The Cabrillo Southwestern, Pacific Desert Lines, San Diego & Arizona Eastern and others. Also, the kids can enjoy a model train made completely out of Legos. www.sdmodelrailroadm.com

MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS, 1649 El Prado, 619-238-7559. Through Jan. 7: Tribute: Highlights from the Arthur Ollman Collection. Through Jan. 7: Mexico, the Revolution and Beyond: Photographs by Agustin Victor Casasola, 1900-1940, an exhibition of images documenting the Mexican Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. Through Jan. 14: The Roads Most Traveled: Photographs of Migration by Don Barletti. Through Dec. 29: MOPA, along with the San Diego Air and Space Museum, will be featuring winners from the Fourth Annual Amateur Photography Exhibition. www.mopa.org

MUSEUM OF SAN DIEGO HISTORY, 1649 El Prado, Casa de Balboa building, Balboa Park, 619-232-6203. Through May 29: Belle Baranceanu: The Artist at Work, and Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego. Through March 5: Nikkei Youth Culture: Past, Present, Future, an exhibition on Japanese youth in San Diego. Ongoing: ROMP!, a new children’s exhibition exploring the fascinating history of Balboa Park; From Blueprints to Buildings: San Diego Architecture, Commemorating 75 Years: the Serra Museum; and Life on Presidio Hill.

OFFSHOOT TOURS at the Balboa Park Visitors Center, 619-239-0512. Saturdays at 10 a.m., the easy-paced, one-hour walk includes themes such as park history, area palm trees and desert vegetation. The occasional fifth Saturday features the Tour del Dia.

ORGAN CONCERTS at the Speckles Organ Pavilion, 619-702-8138. At 2 p.m. every Sunday, Carol Williams plays classics and contemporary favorites. Free.

REUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-238-1233. Through June 1: More than Meets the Eye: The Science of Seeing, 30 hands-on exhibits exploring the physiology and psychology of visual perception. Through May 27: Aging for All Ages, a 1,200 square-foot exploring the process of aging. Ongoing: Origins in Space, a photographic exhibition looking at the scientific accomplishments and technological spin-offs that have resulted from NASA missions. Ongoing: TryScience, embark on an individualized journey by playing games, exploring science and learning more about such topics as dinosaurs and outer space exploration. Ongoing: Kid City, Heart Flight, Comet Impact, San Diego Science Showcase, Do-Undo and Demonstration Station. IMAX: Check out Fridays at Fleet: every Friday, the museum shows 4 IMAX films for just $7 apiece; also, SANTA VS. THE SNOWMAN, an animated IMAZ film will be showing through Jan. 1. www.rhfleet.org

SAN DIEGO AIR & SPACE MUSEUM, 2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park, 619-234-8291. Through Dec. 17: At the Controls: The Smithsonian National Air and space Museum Looks at Cockpits, a photography exhibition featuring color photos of cockpits from airplanes and spacecraft. Ongoing: The Planetary Theater, Theodore Gildred Flight Rotunda, Hall of Fame, Dawn of Powered Flight, World War I, The Golden Age of Flight, Pacific Southwest Airlines Exhibit, The Pavilion of Flight, World War II, Women of Flight, The Jet Age and Walter M. Wally Schirra, Jr. Space Flight Gallery. Simulator rides: 360 Interactive Ride, a simulation of the F-22 Raptor. www.aerospacemuseum.org

SAN DIEGO ART INSTITUTE-MUSEUM OF THE LIVING ARTIST, 1439 El Prado, 619-236-0011. Through Nov. 19: Southern California Regional Award Exhibition. Call to artists: submit your artwork to the institute for the 49th Annual International Award Exhibition by noon on Dec. 22. www.sandiego-art.org

SAN DIEGO AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM, 2080 Pan American Plaza, #12, 619-231-2886. Through Nov. 29: Chevrolet in the U.S.A., a panorama of Chevrolet vehicles that spans the history of the famous manufacturer. Through Jan. 29: California Pacific Expo, an exhibit featuring the history of the 1935 exposition at Balboa Park. www.sdautomuseum.org

*SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF ART, 1450 El Prado, 619 231-7931. Through Dec. 31: Paper Traces: Latin American Prints and Drawings from the Collection at SDMA. Through April 15: The Eye of the collector, the Wishes of the donor, the Spirit of the Philanthropist: Modern European Paintings at SDMA. Through Feb. 11: American Visionaries: The Collection at 80, paintings by Mary Cassatt and Emil Carlsen, watercolors by John Marin, works by Roy Lichtenstein, Milton Avery, and Georgia O’Keeffe. Through February: Re+COLLECT: Photographs and stories by refugee youth of San Diego, a new exhibition in front of the museum featuring photography taken by refugee youth now living in San Diego—the AjA Project, a nonprofit organization serving youth affected by war, displacement, migration and resettlement in San Diego, organized the exhibition. Through Feb. 18: Backs, a new installation focusing on the backs of five paintings, where things such as labels, inscriptions and markings reveal hidden information about each work. Through June 23: Tastes in Asian Art. www.sdmart.org

SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF MAN, 1350 El Prado, 619-239-2001. Through March 27: Body Ornamentation: Artistic Representations of Self, an exhibit presenting the beautiful designs and artwork depicted in boy painting, tattooing, scarification and piercing. Through March: Guatemala! Celebrations of Weaving, and exhibit featuring Guatemalan musical instruments and textiles. Through January: Passage to Panama: Past to Present. Ongoing: Footsteps Through Time: Four Million Years of Human Evolution, Discover Egypt, Ancient Egypt, Maya: Heart of Sky, Heart of Earth, Kumeyaay: Native Californians. www.museumofman.org

SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-232-3821. Ongoing: Fossil Mysteries, an exhibition exploring the fossil history of the Southern California and Baja region. Ongoing: Ocean Oasis, a giant screen film. Take a fascinating journey through Mexico’s beautiful Sea of Cortez and the Baja California Desert. Through Jan. 1: Dinosaurs: Reel & Robotic, see how some of Hollywood’s biggest stars first came to life in the movies and follow their transformations over the years. Through Jan 7: a fine-art photography exhibition by Alison Shaw, the seventh show in the eight-show series VISIONS of the NATURAL WORLD through the LENS of the MASTERS. Through April: Earth, Wind, and WILDFIRE, a regional exhibition on the impact of fire, people, and the natural elements and their affects on our ecosystem. Showing on the GIANT screen: through Nov. 30: Vikings: Journey to New Worlds. Check website for complete list of GIANT screen films currently showing at the museum. www.sdnhm.org

SPANISH VILLAGE ARTS CENTER, 1770 Village Place, 619-233-9050.Ongoing: 37 working artist studios open to the public 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day. Every last Thursday of the month, the studios stay open late for Art After Hours. Free. www.spanishvillageart.com

TIMKEN MUSEUM OF ART, 1500 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-239-5548. Through Jan. 6: Guercino, an exhibition examining the marked change in style that characterizes the early and late works of a master painter of Baroque Italy: Giovanni Francesco Barbieri. Ongoing: Rembrandt’s Apostles, works by Rembrandt from 1606-1669, and the Putnam Foundation Collection, a collection of European old master paintings, Russian icons and American art. www.timkenmuseum.org

WORLDBEAT CENTER, 2100 Park Blvd., Balboa Park, 619-230-1190. Ongoing: an eclectic collection of African Diaspora art, sculptures and murals. www.worldbeatcenter.org

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

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4 WALLS, 3813 Ray St., North Park, 619-501-0879. Through Dec. 7: A Travel Log of Fireflies, and exhibition featuring a collection of black-and-white oil paintings by Todd Carpenter.

504 GALLERY, 3041 University Ave., 619-543-9446. On Nov. 11: 1-2-3 Art Show, an exhibition featuring art by 16 emerging artists.

AFRICA & BEYOND, 1250 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858-454-9983. Through Dec. 31: Get Wired, Zulu baskets woven from telephone cable wire.

ATHENAEUM MUSIC & ARTS LIBRARY, 1008 Wall Street, La Jolla, 858-454-5872. Through Dec. 30: Uncommon Metal: A Look at Contemporary Metalwork and Jewelry, a collection of works by over a dozen artists.

*ART GLASS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, 1770 Village Place, Studio 21, Balboa Park. Through Nov. 14: Points of Convergence: When Spirit and Glass Make Art, AGASC’s annual juried exhibit featuring all areas of glass art.

ART EXPRESSIONS GALLERY, 2645 Financial Court., Suite C, 858-270-7577. Through Nov. 25: Reinvented Memories, an exhibition of recent works by painters Francine Matarazzo and Barbara Rainforth.

ART PRODUCE GALLERY, 3139 University Ave., North Park, 619-584-4448. Through Dec. 3: Naturama, a two-part exhibition by Maura Vazakas; At Sea, a graphite on paper installation, and State Birds, drawings and mixed-media works.

CAFFE CALABRIA, 3933 30th St., North Park, 619-291-1759. Through Dec. 8:: the artwork of Allison Bell.

*CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS ESCONDIDO, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., 800-988-4253. Through Jan. 28: Where Do YouStore These Dreams?, paintings by Anna Zappli Jenkins, Project: Conetemporary California Farm Workers, photographs and text by Rick Nahmias, Broken Chandeliers, sculpture by Hugo Heredia, Memoria del Hombre: A Muerte de Todos Retrospective an exhibition and installation by Eloy Tarcisio. www.artcenter.org

CALIFORNIA GRINDERS, 921 Sixth Ave., 619-787-0913. Through December: Irone Campbell's acrylic paintings are on display.

CANNON ART GALLERY, 1775 Dove Lane., Carlsbad, 760-602-2021. Through Dec. 17: lithographs by John James Audubon.

CHINESE HISTORICAL MUSEUM, 404 Third Ave., Downtown, 619-338-9888. Ongoing: Flying Tigers: The Nearly Forgotten Heroes of War, historical photos and memorabilia honoring the American Volunteer Group that served in China, Burma and India during WWII.

CONTEMPORARY ART, Av. Esteban Cantu 2651, Colonia Davila, Tijuana, Mexico, 011-52-664-900 6133. Through Nov. 30, 100 Percent Mexican Beef, a collection of sculpture, assemblages and installation by Ricardo Sanders.

CORONADO MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND ART, 1100 Orange Ave., 619-435-7242. Through Jan. 14: Marilyn at 80: Some Still Like it Hot. This exhibit features photos of Marilyn Monroe.

DAVID ZAPF GALLERY, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy, 619-232-5004. Through Dec. 9: Traveler's Advisories and Unlikely Stories, an exhibition of photos by David Wayne.

DISTINCTION, 317 East Grand Ave., Escondido, 760-781-5779. Through Dec. 2: Channel Nine, a group show featuring new works by Jarrod Eastman, Anna Cangialosi, Pamela Jaeger, Blaine Fontana, Natalie Shau and more.

DRAGONFLY CENTER, 8372 University Ave., La Mesa, 619-993-8420. Ongoing every first Saturday of the month: a showcase of artists and artwork, including jewelry, wearable art, paintings sculpture, ceramics, and more.

EMPORIUM GALLERY, Ducky Waddle's Emporium, 414 N. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas, 760-632-0488. Through Dec. 2: works by Andy Howell.

EXPRESSIONS OF MEXICO GALLERY, 1122 Cesar Chavez Parkway Barrio Logan, 619-232-1699. Through Nov. 25: The Day of the Dead exhibit. This exhibit will feature two watercolor and mixed media artists, Yolanda Romero and Carolina Alvarado. The exhibit will also feature traditional Day of the Dead altars.

FINGERHUT GALLERY, 1205 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858-456-9900. Through Mid-Nov: Oil Paintings by Russian artist Sergey Smirnov.

*GALLERIE D'ART INTERNATIONAL, 320 S. Cedros Ave., Ste. 500, Solana Beach, 858-793-0316. Through Dec. 12: a collection of paintings, sculptures, and photos from Michael Fenton, Joseph Lipas, and Nicholas Robberti.

GROSSMONT COLLEGE ART GALLERY, 8800 Grossmont College Dr., El Cajon, 619-644-7299. Through Dec. 14: Two See the Desert and Street, portraits by photographers Dan Canning, Walter Drucker, and Janet Drucker.

HILL STREET CAFÉ AND GALLERY, 524 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside. Through Jan. 9: art by Bruno Barreto will be on display.

J DEWERS GALLERY, 715 Eighth Ave., 619-233-5888. Through Dec. 2: Nocturnes, featuring new paintings by Peter Halasz.

*JONAS DEPUIS GALLERY, 3312 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill, 619-817-1429. Through Nov. 18: an exhibit of large-scale photo collages by Roberto Diaz.

*KATE ROSS, 3013 University Ave., 619-688-1188. Through Jan. 13: Urban Reckoning, a photo exhibit by Ame Curtiss.

L STREET FINE ART, 628 L St., Downtown, 619-645-6593. Through Feb. 18: Green Acres, the second exhibition of the recipients of the San Diego Art prize, featues works by Jean Lowe and Iana Quesnell. www.lstreetfineart.com

LA JOLLA ART ASSOCIATION VILLAGE GALLERY, Through Nov. 26: Dimensions, a juried exhibition by members of the La Jolla Art Association.

LA MESA FOOTHILLS ART ASSOCIATION, 8051 University Ave., La Mesa, 619-464-7167. Through Nov. 30: Miniature Paintings by Edwin H. Wordell.

LIMBO FINE ART, 1432 University Ave., Hillcrest, 619-295-5393. Through Nov. 19: How Low Can You go?, a salon-style group show featuring affordable art.

*MAGPIE GALLERY & BOUTIQUE, 2205 Fern St., South Park, 619-563-5124. Through Dec. 12: Sweet Nothings, new paintings by Pamela Jaeger.

MESA COLLEGE, 7250 Mesa College Dr., 858-627-2600. Through Nov. 16: Fleeting Moments, an exhibit featuring mixed-media works, paintings and an installation by Jeffrey Clark.

MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, 619-668-3280. Through Dec. 15: The Associated Fine Artists is featuring an exhibit featuring a broad spectrum of art including work in oils, pastels, watercolors, collages and Chinese brush painting.

MIXTURE, 2210 Kettner Blvd., 619-239-4788. Through Nov. 30: Memories and Other Explorations, an exhibition by Heidi Rufeh.

MOLLOY GALLERY, 8008 Girard Ave., Suite 190, La Jolla, 858-729-9909. Ongoing: a collection of Australian Aboriginal art.

MORRISON HOTEL GALLERY, 1230 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858-551-0835. Through Nov. 26: The Photography of Lynn Goldsmith, an exhibit featuring Goldsmith's rock ‘n' roll photography.

*MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART-La Jolla, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858-454-3541. Through May 13: TRANSactions: Contemporary Latin American and Latino Art, approximately 50 works by 48 artists from the museum's collection and Santiago Cucullu, a site-specific installation by Cucullu. Through Dec. 10: From the Vault: Recent Acquisitions, an exhibition highlighting recent additions to the museum's permanent collection. Ongoing: Robert Irwin's 1-2-3-4, The Garden Gallery and a large-scale outdoor installation by Nancy Rubins. *MCASD's downtown location will be closed for remodeling through December.

MUSEUM OF MAKING MUSIC, 5790 Armada Dr., Carlsbad, 760-438-5996. Through April: Howe-Orme: Forgotten Voices Remembered, an exhibition of a collection of rare and historic Howe-Orme mandolins, mandolas and guitars. Through December: brother Musician-Listen to a Miracle!: The 75th Birthday of the Electric Guitar. Ongoing: Hands on the Future: an exhibit featuring interactive musical instruments all visitors can play.

OB PEOPLE'S MARKET, 4765 Voltaire St., 619-224-1387. Through Jan. 26: This Image is Cracked, paintings and mixed media by James and Lindy Ivey.

*ORDOVER PROJECT, 444 S. Cedros Ave., Studio 172, Solana Beach, 858-720-1121. Through Dec. 17: Ancient Stories, a photographic series by John D. Clark and On the Beach, a series by Abe ordover.

PHANTOM GALLERY, 212 Suite E, Artists Alley, North Coast Hwy., Oceanside, 760-754-4512. Through Dec. 24, A Patchwork of Colors, a group show featuring an all new collection of work by Phantom Artists.

PERRY L. MYER FINE ART, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Suite 251, 619-358-9512. Through Jan. 13: From My Garden, an exhibition featuring art by the German surrealist painter by artist Dietrich Schuchardt.

PLANET ROOTH STUDIOS, 3811 Ray St., North Park, 619-297-9663. Through Dec. 6: Artifact: a new series by artist Benjamin Lavender. Also featured: Super Duty Tough Work, by Nick McPherson and SKIP, an exhibit featuring new paintings, screenings, and an installation.

QUINT GALLERY, 7739 Fay Ave., La Jolla, 858-454-3409. Through Dec. 30: HEAVY LIGHT, Video/Digital Art, an exhibition of video/digital-based artwork by an eclectic group of artists from New York, Chicago and Ireland. www.quintgallery.com

R3 GALLERY, 2421 India St., 619-654-4332. Through Nov. 19: Aren Skalman, recent paintings in Resin.

*RUBBER ROSE GALLERY, 3812 Ray St., North Park, 619-296-7673. Through Dec. 10: Beyond Pink and Blue, a group exhibition celebrating the beauty of transgenders.

SAN DIEGO ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER'S MUSEUM, 16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido, 760-291-0370. Ongoing: Moments in Time: An Exhibition of San Diego History, books and artifacts that reveal a more personal account of the city's past.

SAN DIEGO ART DEPARTMENT, 3830 Ray St., North Park, 619-299-4ART. Through Dec. 3: Ceramic sculpture by Moni Bloom. www.sandiegoartdepartment.com

*SAN DIEGO MARITME MUSEUM, 1492 N. Harbor Dr., Downtown, 619-234-9153. Ongoing: When California was an Island, an exhibition showing beautifully crafted maps from the 15th through the19th century. Through January: Taming the Pacific Swell, an exhibition tracing the evolution of modern surfing.

SAN DIEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY, Point Loma/Hervey Brnach Library, 3701 Voltaire St., 619-531-1539. Ongoing: a group exhibition of works by leading contemporary artists of San Diego. Some of the artists include Janet Cooling, Jeanne Dunn, Eric Gronborg and more.

SAN DIEGO WATERCOLOR SOCIETY, 2400 Kettner Blvd., 619-338-0502. Through Nov. 25: Pilgrimage, a juried cash awards art show of approximately 90 watercolor paintings.

*SCOTT WHITE CONTEMPORARY ART, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Ste. 238, Little Italy, 619-501-5689. Through Dec. 30: 2006 Year in Review, featuring works by Bill Armstrong, Clifford Smith, Foon Sham, Willy Heeks, Sebastian Blanck, William Glen Crooks, and Peter Ambrose.

SHIVA ARTISTIC COLLECTIONS, 115 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, 760-745-7835. Through Jan. 2: Glass!, an annual glass event featuring dozens of local glass artists and reverse paintings by Alex Sample.

*SIMAYSPACE @ ART ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO, 840 G St., Downtown, 619-231-3900. Through Dec. 22: Etchings From Oaxaca: Taller de Grabado, an exhibition featuring etchings by Dan McCleary.

SPACECRAFT, 2864 North Park Way, 619-291-2752. Through Dec. 30: Group Design Show 2006 featuring handmade designs by David Adey, Fabio Fernandez, Emily Fierer, Jeremy Gercke, Seth Nagelberg, Andy Ralph, and Christopher Puzio.

*SUSAN STREET FINE ART GALLERY, 415 S. Cedros Ave. Ste. 160, Solana Beach, 858-793-4442. Through Dec. 3: Seeing, paintings by Philip Buller.

THE ART OF FRAMING, 3333 Adams Ave., 619-563-9770. Through Nov. 30: Humeurs vol. 2, a collection of artists of mixed mediums, Brad Streeper, Bruno Lavelle, Herve Crespel, Joey Burns, Maura Vazakas, Michael Arata, Poor Al, Regent Pellerin, Richard Gleaves and Tom Torluemke.

TODAY MASTERS OF ART, Irina Negulescu's Studio 246, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Through Dec. 1: NanoArt, by Cris Ofrescu.

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO ART GALLERY, 5998 Alcala Park, 619-260-4261. Through Dec. 15: Estamos Buscando A, a photographic installation of the migrant experience by Paul Turounet.

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO GROVE GALLERY, UCSD Revelle College Campus, off Eucalyptus Grove Lane, 858-534-2021. Through Nov. 18: Incendiary Art, an exhibition of diverse and innovative works by UCSD faculty members.

VISTA VILLAGE ART GALLERY, 127 Main St., Vista, 760-305-7549. Through Dec. 1: the art of Susan Roncone and other gallery artists will be shown.

VOICE 1156, 1156 Seventh Ave., 619-235-6922. Through Nov. 24, Love Requires Action, a group show featuring a mural by over a dozen artists.

WOMEN'S HISTORY MUSEUM, 2323 Broadway St. Ste. 107, Golden Hills, 619-233-7963. Ongoing: All Our Grandmothers, an exhibition featuring the diverse lives of San Diego women from a century ago.

ONGOING COMEDY EVENTS

LIVE COMEDY NIGHT at Moondoggies, 832 Garnet Ave, Pacific Beach, 858-483-6550. From 10 p.m. to midnight every Tuesday, amateur and semi-professional comedians from Los Angeles and San Diego perform live, stand-up comedy.

COMEDY NIGHT at Lestat's West Coffee Lounge, 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, 619-282-0437. At 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday, stop by one of San Diego's hippest cafes for a night of hilarious, amateur comedy hosted by Mark Serritella. Free.

BEST OF SAN DIEGO at the Comedy Store, 916 Pearl St., La Jolla, 858-454-9176. At 8 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday, laugh (or throw some tomatoes) at the local guys who've been doing it for a while but haven't made the headlines yet. At 7 p.m. every Sunday, brave the stage yourself at open mic night.

STAND-UP at the Coffee House on Broadway, 2991 Broadway, Golden Hill, 619-557-0156. From 8-10 p.m. every Monday, amateurs take the stage for a night of comedic relief. Free.

*IMPROVISATIONAL COMEDY at the National Comedy Theatre, 3717 India St., Mission Hills, 619-295-4999. At 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, join NCT's professional team of improvisational sport comedians. $15.

*WHACKY AND WILD IMPROV at the Funhouse, 6822 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon, 619-465-SHOW. At 7:45 p.m. every Friday and at 7:45 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. San Diego TheatreSports presents two teams of improvisers competing against each other in games of wit with the help of audience participation and suggestions. $10.

LIVE STAND-UP at the Comedy Co-op of San Diego Warehouse Theatre, 11211 Sorrento Valley Rd., Ste. M, 888-JOSHING. At 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night, comics from Los Angles and San Diego will take the stage at this new, underground comedy venue. $8.

LAUGHING AT THE MOON at 101 Artists' Colony, 90 N. Coast Hwy., Encinitas, 760-944-6027. At 7 p.m. every first Friday join host Bob Murphy and featured comedians from San Diego and Los Angeles. 18 and up. $10. For more info, call 760-632-9074 or e-mail artistscolony@speakeasy.net.

THE COMEDY GRILL at Rosie and Joe's Grill, 7986 Armour St., Kearny Mesa, 858-550-8088. At 8 p.m. every second Tuesday, join host, Comedy Under Construction's Mitch Feingold, for a night of laughs with comics from Los Angeles and San Diego comedy clubs, BET and Comedy Central. 18 and up. $5.

EAT AND LAUGH at the Comedy Palace, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Clairemont, 858-573-9067. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet followed by live, stand-up comedy. Call for schedule and reservations. (www.thecomedypalace.com)

WOMEN WHO KICK COMEDY BUTT at That Room Below The Sixth Avenue Bistro, 1165 Sixth Avenue, Downtown, 619-733-7783. Come see an all female standup comedy series every Saturday through November 25. Featured comedians are Grace White, Karen Rontowski, Henrietta Komras, Anita Miller and Kathy Foley. $20.

ONGOING FILM EVENTS

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at La Paloma Theater, 471 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas, 760-436-7469. Showing at midnight every Friday, everyone's favorite cult classic musical about sexual confusion. Every second Friday of the month is lingerie night; enjoy the film in your knickers.

*THE SHORT LIST on Cox channel 4. At 9:30 p.m. Sunday and Thursday, SDSU showcases international short films. (www.theshortlist.cc)

*SAN DIEGO FILMMAKERS at various locations, 858-356-0200. Every second Tuesday of the month, San Diego's first filmmakers networking organization will hold a meeting for actors, agents, producers, directors and everyone else involved in the art of filmmaking.

SAPPHIC CINEMA at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077. At 7 p.m. every fourth Friday, watch films made by and for women and then stay after to discuss those films.

*ALTERNATE FOCUS on Time Warner Cable Channel 19. A public access show focusing on the Middle East. Find out more online at www.alternatefocus.org.

ONGOING MUSIC EVENTS

THURSDAY NIGHTS LIVE at the San Diego Wine and Culinary Center, 200 Harbor Dr., Ste. 120, Downtown, 619-231-6400. From 6-9 p.m. every Thursday, join the folks at SD Wine and Culinary Center for live jazz and an ever-changing selection of wines, cheeses and cocktails on the sunset patio. www.sdwineculinary.com

GILBERT CASTELLANOS at Onyx, 852 Fifth Ave., Downtown, 619-235-6699. At 8 p.m. every Tuesday, enjoy live jazz with Gilbert Castellanos. Jazz musicians are welcome to bring their instruments and join during the open mic sessions. Free.

THE LOU CURTISS SOUND LIBRARY at Folk Arts Rare Records, 2881 Adams Ave., Normal Heights, 619-281-7833. At 5 p.m. every Wednesday, Lou and Virginia Curtis host a night dedicated to old time records and music, videos and vintage broadcasts. Free.

*LIVE JAZZ at Kitima, 406 University Ave., Hillcrest, 619-298-2929. At 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, enjoy live Jazz by Jim Gale and his band. Free.

THE RIDDIM ROLL at Harney Sushi, 3964 Harney St., Old Town, 619-295-3272. At 8 p.m. every Thursday, enjoy sushi and the reggae roots band Tribe of Kings.

*CABARET at Westin Horton Plaza, 910 Broadway Circle, Downtown, 858-794-9044. At 8 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, San Diego's only New-York style cabaret club presents a variety of performers. $22.

TURIYA MAREYA AND THE TIJUANA LATIN JAZZ PROJECT at Casa De Los Suenos, Ave. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz #1409 Col. Gudalupe Victoria, Tijuana, 619-754-5781.At 9 p.m. every Saturday, part jam session, part interactive composers forum, the performance is a collaboration between artists in the US and Mexico.

*SAN DIEGO OPERA The San Diego Opera has ongoing performances. Call 619-533-7000 or www.sdopera.com for a schedule and tickets.

ONGOING SPOKEN WORD EVENTS

DRUNK POETS SOCIETY at Winston's Beach Club, 1921 Bacon St., Ocean Beach, 619-222-6822. At 5:30 p.m. every Monday, bartender extraordinaire Ola hosts an open forum for spoken word poetry. Ola buys the first 10 poets who signup a shot!

SAY WHAT at the Other Side Coffeehouse, 4096 30th St., North Park, 619-521-0533. At 8:45 p.m. every Wednesday, grab the mic and recite your original poetry. Free.

ROOTS PARTY at Kung Food, 2959 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill, 619-298-7302. At 7 p.m. every Friday, open mic and music hosted by Dashel. $3.

HIP-HOP at CHOB, 2991 Broadway, Golden Hill, 619-557-0156. From 8-10 p.m. every Saturday, DJ Music Freestyle Cypher open mic.

SAN DIEGO POETRY SLAM at Voz Alta, 1544 Broadway, East Village, 619-230-1869. At 8 p.m. every second and fourth Monday of the month, join the growing audience, participate by bringing your own original poetry or just heckle the judges. $2 suggested donation.

*ELEVATED at The Arts and Entertainment Center, 3026 University Ave., North Park, 619-260-1731. At 8 p.m. every first and third Thursday of the month, Collective Purpose presents a creative arts venue for spoken word, music and visual art. (www.collectivepurpose.org)

FASHION

HITCH COUTURE at www.hitchcouture.com. Hitch Couture, a mobile boutique carrying independent designs and accessories, brings the shopping to you! Visit the website and click on Boutique Locator for a list of upcoming stops.

FASHION WHORE at the San Diego Sports Club, 1271 University Ave., Hillcrest, 619-299-7372. From 9 p.m. to close every second and fourth Saturday, MayStar presents a night dedicated to indie fashion and music. (www.clubfashionwhore.com)

ONGOING DANCE EVENTS

BELLY DANCING LESSONS, DRUMMING FLAMENCO AND BALLROOM at Morwenna & Walid Assaf, Dirs. Art/Dance Academy, 760-757-4470. Choose from a wide selection of dances. Call for more info or visit www.DancerandDrummer.com

SALSA CLUB at 7777 University Blvd., La Mesa, 619-516-4466. Every Saturday at 9 p.m. learn how to salsa with Valerie the First Lady of Salsa.î $8.

HIP HOP WITH PRINCE HABIB at Dancing Unlimited, 4569 30th St., North Park, 858-635-1211. From 7-8 p.m. every Thursday for beginners, and from 8-9 p.m. for intermediate/advanced level, get your groove on while learning the latest steps to the hottest music. Taught by Prince Habib.

BELLY DANCE CLASS at Mind, Body, Soul Dance Studio, 2973 India St., Little Italy, 619-819-7848. From 7:30-9 p.m. every Wednesday, learn basic steps and foundational movements. The class is for beginning and intermediate levels. $10 drop-in rate.

ZYDECO LESSONS at Tio Leo's, 5302 Napa St., 619-857-8409. At 7 p.m. every Thursday, take a beginning lesson first then stay while a DJ spins Zydeco from 8-10 p.m. First visit is free with mention of this add; otherwise, $5 cover.

SALSA at Crudo, 1953 India St., Little Italy, 619-398-2974. From 8-9 p.m. every Wednesday, join Salsa Inferno for lessons at Little Italy's newest sushi joint.

SALSA at the Club Caribe Restaurant, 5080 Bonita Rd., Bonita, 619-472-2400. Every Wednesday from 7 p.m.-1 a.m., salsa, cha cha, bachata classes and open dancing. 21 and up. Two free dance lessons with $10 cover with reservation, $15 at the door, $5 off with flyer available at hilapronet.com.

SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE at Mary Manzella Productions, 909 Grand Ave., Pacific Beach, 619-229-0141. Every Wednesday from 7:30-11 p.m., learn the basics of swing and ballroom dance. $8.

BELLY DANCE CLASSES at SDSB, 5304 Metro St., Downtown, 619-280-8424. Beginners classes at 7:45 p.m. every Wednesday, and intermediate classes at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday at Stage 7, 3930 30th Street in North Park.

BALLROOM FEVER FRIDAYS at Dance North County, 535 Encinitas Blvd., North County. From 8:15-9 p.m. every Friday Mary Pinizzotto will offer free dance lessons. Stay for ballroom, Latin and salsa music from 9 p.m.-midnight. $12, lessons included in price of admission. For more info contact Pinizzotto at 760-809-6279 or ballroomfeverfridays@mac.com.

AVENTURAS at the Ramada Inn, 5550 Kearney Mesa Rd., Kearny Mesa. At 8:30 p.m. every Friday, learn to salsa. $8. Email samsolana@cox.net for more info.

ART/DANCE ACADEMY at Chandni Palace, 3809 Plaza Dr., Oceanside, 760-732-3297. At 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, Raks el Anwar will perform for your dining pleasure with Walid Assaf on drums.

BALLROOM DANCE at Mission Room, Mission Valley Resort Hotel, 875 Hotel Circle S., Mission Valley. Every Sunday from 6-10 p.m., show up early for dance lessons and then enjoy the best in ballroom dance music, along with some swing, NC 2-step and salsa. $7. (www.SD-DanceBeat.com)

TANGO CAMINITO SCHOOL at the Champion Ballroom Academy, 3580 Fifth Ave., Downtown, 760-728-7185. Learn the art of tango. www.tangocaminito.com

SAN DIEGO DANCE ALLIANCE at 121 Broadway, Ste. 324, Downtown, 619-230-8623. The San Diego Dance Alliance is your guide to performances, companies, classes and studios. www.sandiegodance.org

CLASSES, SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

ACTING TRUTH at the Shiloh Spiritual Center, 5995 Mission Gorge Rd., Mission Valley, 619-640-2020 or www.shilohspiritualcenter.com. From 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Nov. 11, a supportive class for people too shy to let their inner actor come out and play. Basic to intermediate levels. $150.

FRIENDS OF DAY LABORERS at the Activist Center, 4246 Wightman Ave., City Heights, 619-528-8383. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m., help plan to protect day laborers from the harassment of the Minute Men. www.activistsandiego.org.

KNITTING CIRCLE at Knitting By the Beach, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite B, Solana Beach, 858-509-9276. Every Saturday from 11-1 p.m., come make new friends, share ideas and knit. Refreshments will be served. www.knittingbythebeach.com. Free.

WRITE TO HEAL FOR SURVIVORS at the Shiloh Spiritual Center, 5995 Mission Gorge Rd., Mission Valley, 619-640-2020 or www.shilohspiritualcenter.com. From 7-9 p.m. every first and third Sunday through Nov. 11, this class is specifically designed for survivors healing individual dramas and family dramas. $10 drop in fee.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

KUNDALINI YOGA at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077. At 5:45 p.m. every Monday, learn the ancient science that combines postures, movements, breath, stretching, relaxation, meditation, rhythm and sound current.

CARLSBAD RECREATION DEPARTMENT at 760-602-4680. The Carlsbad Recreation Department is offering fitness classes, dog obedience training, yoga, science classes for teens and much more. Visit www.CarlsbadConnect.org for details.

KABBALAH at 8895 Towne Centre Dr. Ste. 101, La Jolla, sandiegobookstore@kabbalah.com or www.kabbalah.com. At 7 p.m. every Tuesday, stop by for a free lecture on Kabbalah.

REKI CLINIC at The Center, 2313 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-594-2924. At 1:30 p.m. every Monday, experience a free half-hour Reiki treatment from qualified volunteer Reiki practitioners.

FREE TAI CHI WORKSHOP at Rock Paper Scissors Store, 4976 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach, 619-990-9062. On Sunday, Nov. 5, from 12-1:30 p.m., find out about the health benefits of tai chi. Call for more info or visit www.SanDiegoTaiChi.com. Free.

YOGA AND MEDITATION at the Polish/American club, 1934 30th St., South Park, yogatech.com. At 7 p.m. every Wednesday, learn the art of Kundalini Yoga and meditation with Gururattana. $15 per class or $50 for four.

INTRODUCTORY MEDITATION CLASSES at the Vajrarupini Buddhist Center, 3300 Third Ave., Hillcrest, 619-692-3676. At 7 p.m. every Wednesday and 11 a.m. every Sunday, learn how to control breathing, relax and meditate. Suggested donation is $10.

FREE HATHA YOGA on lawn south of Mission Bay Hilton, 1775 East Mission Bay Dr. From 3-4 p.m. every Sunday bring some comfy clothes, a yoga mat and learn some stretches. From more info, contact Sylvia at 858-274-9162.

HATHA YOGA at Adams Avenue Recreation Center, 2491 Adams Avenue. From 9-11 a.m., every Saturday for $5 a class. Contact 619-235-1149.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

ROAD TO RECOVERY The American Cancer Society-sponsored Road to Recovery program provides transportation for cancer patients to and from their cancer-related appointments. The program needs volunteers from all areas of the county. Call 619-682-7431 or email sara.woodard@cancer.org.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY YOUTH PROGRAM Adult volunteers with an interest in student health are invited to participate in a variety of programs including youth groups and school health fairs. For more info, please call 619-682-7434 or email nicol.mcmurray@cancer.org.

GUAJOME PARK ACADEMY ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE The Guajome AIR program is a volunteer program where professional artists join together with teachers to enhance the school's curriculum. For more info, contact Rosie Barnett at airfokids@yahoo.com or 760-941-6079.

ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE VOLUNTEER If you have a knack for middle school math and you want to instill your love of reading and English skills in San Diego youth, then your skills are needed at the Pacific Beach Teen Leadership Center. Call 858-272-5777x117 or email vbalajadia@ccssd.org for details.

ACTIVITY LEADER Share your talents and special skills with the students of Pacific Beach Middle School. They are looking for creative volunteers to plan and carry out simple but fun activities with the students at the PBTLC after school program. Call 858-272-5777x117 or email vbalajadia@ccssd.org for details.

PROGRAM PHOTOGRAPHER The Pacific Beach Middle School after school program is in need of a photographer to capture the many fun, exciting and amusing moments at the program. Call 858-272-5777x117 or email vbalajadia@ccssd.org for details.

ART ANGELS at the California Center for the Arts - Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, 760-839-4194. Tuesday through Friday mornings, volunteer to help inspire groups of children through art projects related to the exhibition.

HILLCREST STREET SWEEPING The Hillcrest Clean Team is seeking volunteers to help with street sweeping from 10 a.m.-noon every first and third Sunday. Sign up at 9:45 a.m. at University Ave. and Fifth Ave. or RSVP at HillQuestSanDiego@gmail.com. For more info, visit www.hillquest.com.

ACTIVIST SAN DIEGO is looking for volunteers interested in helping out the social justice movement. Many positions require no experience. Contact the ASD office at 619-528-8383 or asdoffice@activistsandiego.org.

MEDIA ARTS CENTER is seeking volunteers to help with their monthly screenings, exhibitions and more. Contact Larissa at MACSD by calling 619-230-1938x104.

ADOPT-A-BEACH at www.cleansd.org, 1-800-237-BLUE. I Love A Clean San Diego is partnering with the Adopt-A-Beach program and people of all ages are invited to participate. Call or visit the website for more info.

ADOPT A SENIOR MUTT at www.seniormuttmatch.com. Adopt a senior mutt, visit the website for photos of over 100 adoptable senior dogs.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD SERVICES at various locations throughout San Diego County, 858-514-1610. San Diego County is in need of blood donors. To make an appointment to donate blood call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or 1-866-POR-VIDA.

*BE A POWERFUL VOICE FOR A CHILD San Diego's abused and neglected children need volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates. Training provided. For additional info, call 858-469-2019 or visit www.voices4children.com.

CYBER CENTER at The Center, 3909 Center St., Hillcrest. The David Bohnett Center is looking for volunteers to help in the computer lab. Training provided. Contact Lindsay Sullivan at 619-692-2077x107.

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Dispose of your electronic waste by calling 1-877-713-2784 or 1-800-237-BLUE.

*EQUALITY FOR ALL CAMPAIGN at www.equalityforall.com/join. Join the LGBT Center in its fight against marriage discrimination. The Center is also looking for volunteers to join their local Marriage Project at www.thecentersd.org. Call for more info: 619-692-2077x111.

HELP THE HOMELESS The Cornerstone Community Church is asking for donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, lotion, 1st aid kits, washcloths, socks and other personal necessity items for the Inland Valley homeless. For drop-off information, contact Nancy at 951-304-9212.

*HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS at LightBridge Hospice, 858-458-2992 or www.LightBridgeHospice.com. Care for patients who have life-limiting illnesses just a few hours out of the week.

L.E.A.R.N. TUTORS The County Library's new program L.E.A.R.N. (Libraries Empower All to Read Now) is looking for volunteer tutors to teach reading and writing skills. For more info call 888-466-0668 or e-mail learnstaff@sdcounty.ca.gov.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART VOLUNTEERS at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Downtown and La Jolla locations, 858-454-3541 x 121. MCASD is looking for reliable volunteers to assist with TNT, exhibit openings, family days and special events.

NATURALISTS AND OCEAN LOVERS needed at the Birch Aquarium, 9500 Gilman Dr., La Jolla, 858-534-FISH. The Aquarium is seeking volunteers interested in marine life. For a complete list of volunteer opportunities, visit http://aquarium.ucsd.edu. To learn more about volunteering call 858-534-9871 or e-mail volunteers@sionmail.ucsd.edu.

SPRING CLEANING Find recycling facilities to dispose of your waste by contacting The County of San Diego's Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste Hotline, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at 1-877-R-1-EARTH (1-877-713-2784). Residents outside incorporated areas can call the I Love A Clean San Diego's Recycling Hotline at 1-800-237-BLUE.

SUPERIOR COURT STAFFING Learn about Superior Court by staffing the information desk one morning or afternoon a week. Contact Julie Myres at 619-531-3489.

POLICE DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEERS needed at 8388 Vickers St., 619-531-1504, on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. S.D. police needs crisis intervention volunteers to provide support to victims, witnesses and survivors. Must pass requirements. Call for more info.

*WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER the mission of the Women's Resource Center is to create a safe space where LGBT women and their allies will have access to important resources including health care, social services and community connections. To volunteer, contact Claudia Lucero at clucero@thecentersd.org or 619-692-2077x206.

CHARITY & FUNDRAISING EVENTS

SAN DIEGO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM at 211 Maple St. is undergoing a renovation and expansion and is asking for community donations. Visit www.sdchidrensmuseum.org or call 619-233-8792 for more info.

SUPPORT GROUPS

*AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA at the TMI Building Conference Room, 4740 Murphy Canyon Rd., San Diego, 619-298-1981. At 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday, the San Diego County chapter o the Autism Society of America holds a support group meeting. At 6 p.m. every second Friday, SDASA holds a free monthly pool and pizza party for children with autism and their families.

AMERICAN INDIAN WALKING CLUB at the San Diego American Indian Health Center, 2602 First Ave., Suite 100, Bankers Hill. From 9-10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday join other participants in social walks. Free and open to the public. For more info, contact Eileen George or Kathleen Brewer at 619-234-2158x102 or 111, respectively, or visit www.sdaihc.com.

*WOMEN'S SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS GROUP at the Health Services Center, 2313 El Cajon Blvd, College Area, 619-260-6380x114. Every Wednesday, at 6 p.m., join a group of women who are sexual assault survivors.

SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS TALKING CIRCLE at the San Diego American Indian Health Center, 2602 First Ave., Suite 100, Bankers Hill. From 7-9 p.m. every Wednesday join a traditional talking community circle and speak freely on any topic or issue. For more info, contact Rob Anderson or Robin Amsden 619-234-2158x128 or visit www.sdaihc.com.

PATH TO RECOVERY at the San Diego American Indian Health Center, 2602 First Ave., Suite 100, Bankers Hill. From 6-7 p.m. every Thursday the Health Center holds support meetings for individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Free and open to the public. Registration required. For more info, contact Robin Amsden at 619-234-2158x128, or visit www.sdaihc.com.

HIV/AIDS SUPPORT GROUP at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077. From 7-9 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday for four weeks, this support group called Positive Living will provide education and support for those living with HIV/AIDS. Free.

MENS COMING OUT GROUP at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077x111. From 7:15-8:45 p.m. every Thursday, this group is for men experiencing the challenges of coming out or being out.

HEALING GRIEF at the First Oceanside Religious Science Center, 4079 Oceanside Blvd. Ste. E., Del Mar, 760-737-2050. From 9-10:30 a.m. every Friday, share your experiences and gain understanding of the stages of grief and loss in a sage and supportive environment. Free.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY at the Small Church Building, Cornerstone Community Church, 34570 Monte Vista Dr., Wildomar, 951-674-9603. At 6 p.m. every Friday join the Bible-based 12-step recovery program. For more info, contact Dave Peters at 951-674-8661x1015 or visit www.go2cornerstone.com.

WOMEN'S WALKING GROUP meets every Saturday at 7:30 a.m. for a three to six mile moderate hike (different locations each week). Call for more info: 619-913-9029. (www.sifhikes.org)

ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS in City Heights, 619-516-2467. Every Sunday, meet with other adults who have lived with alcoholic parents. Call for details.

AMERICAN INDIANS INFECTED WITH HIV/AIDS at the San Diego American Indian Health Center, 2602 First Ave., Suite 100, Bankers Hill. From 6-8 p.m. every first and third Thursday the Health Center holds free meetings for those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Free and open to the public. Dinner provided. For more info, contact Franko Guillen at 619-234-2158x121 or visit www.sdaihc.com.

HERPES/HPV SUPPORT at the UCSD Hospital Administrative Conference Room, 200 W. Arbor Dr., Hillcrest, 619-491-1194. At 7:30 p.m. every first and third Thursday of the month, learn how to live comfortably with herpes and Human Papilloma Virus. Free. www.SanDiegoCityHELP.org

*PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 5500 Gaines St., Linda Vista, 619-299-7012 x 2311. From 6:30-8:30 every first Tuesday and at from 10 a.m. to noon every third Saturday, the group is open to everyone ages 12 and up, including those considering euthanasia.

FREE MAMMOGRAM SCREENINGS at the La Maestra Community Health Center, 4185 Fairmount Ave., City Heights, 619-584-1612. From 9 a.m.-3 p.m. every second Tuesday all San Diego women over 40 can come in for a free screening. Those interested should call ahead of time.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP at St. Peters Episcopal Church, 334 14th St., Del Mar, 858-755-1616. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, join a group of bereavement specialists and sufferers.

AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY NIGHT in the cafeteria of the Oak Park Elementary School, 2606 54th St. From 6:30-8:30 p.m. every third Wednesday the Health Center holds family meetings that focus entirely on health-related topics. Free and open to the public. For more info, contact Eileen George or Kathleen Brewer at 619-234-2158x102 or 111, respectively, or visit www.sdaihc.com.

FEMALE-TO-MALE TRANSGENDER DISCUSSION GROUP at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077x212. At 7 p.m. every fourth Wednesday, this group is for the female to male transgender community and their significant others.

EATING DISORDER IN-PATIENT SUPPORT at Casa Palmera Care Center, 14750 El Camino Real, Del Mar. For more info, visit www.casapalmera.com.

GRUPO DE APOYO PARA MUJERES LESBIANAS Y BISEXUALES El grupo se junta cada Martes a las 6 p.m. en Servicios Latinos aque en el Center. Favor de llamar al 619-692-2077 x166 para obtener mas informacion.

QUIT SMOKING at the San Diego American Indian Health Center, 2602 First Ave., Suite 100, Bankers Hill. The Health Center invites American Indians living in San Diego to participate in a 12-week smoking cessation program. To set up an appointment or for additional info, contact Robin Amsden at 619-234-2158x128 or visit www.sdaihc.com.

GAY MEN WITH CANCER at the The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-692-2077. The center conducts and ongoing support group for gay men with cancer. Contact Claudia Lucero at 619-692-2077 for dates and more information.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE at The Center, 3909 Centre St., Hillcrest, 619-260-6380. The Center offers a support group for lesbian and bisexual women who have had or currently have any form of cancer. Meets at health Services. Call for more info.

CALL TO ARTISTS, DANCERS, FILMMAKERS & PERFORMERS

CALLING COMEDIANS for Ashe' Marketing Enterprises Conscious Comedy Explosion. Ashe' are looking for comedians to participate in upcoming shows. For more info, call 619-819-7838 or email erthdivine@aol.com.

INTERNATIONAL DANCE COMPETITIONS in both Italy and Spain. Program is seeking dance directors and also performers to perform abroad. For more info, please contact http://web.tiscali.it/dance2006/ or email dance2006@tiscali.net.

LOCAL WRITERS SOUGHT The City of San Diego Public Library welcomes local authors, who published a book in 2006, to participate in the 41st annual Local Authors Exhibit. The deadline for submission is Dec. 1.

CALL FOR VISUAL ARTISTS for the Latino Film Festival at Hazard Center March 8-18 2007. Send in slides or pictures of your work to ARTE LATINO, c/o Media Arts Center San Diego, 921 25th St, 619-230-1938. Entries must be received by December 1, 2006. Call for more info. $15 entry fee.

ARTIST HELP WANTED at Bazaar Del Mundo, 4133 Taylor Street, Downtown, 619-296-4690.The bazaar is looking for local artists to showcase in a one-night event each month. Call or visit BazaarDelMundo.com/artists/ for details.

GRRRRRL POWER is accepting submissions from male and female artists for upcoming art shows and to be featured on the www.grrrrrlpower.com website. Contact Bill Pierce at 877-658-6369.

ARTIST HELP WANTED Ginga is searching for artists, designers, writers, photographers, digital artists, models and musicians to participate in shows at Landlord Jim's, Rouge, Visions and Adorn. Email freshginga@hotmail.com for more info.

NEED GALLERY SPACE? Kate Ross is looking for artists to hang their work in her store for the monthly Ray at Night events in North Park. Contact Kate by calling 619-688-1088 or kate@shopkateross.com.

SEEKING DIRECTORS, ACTORS, MUSICIANS AND SINGERS at www.deeboneproductions.com. See the website for details.

MARKETS, FESTIVALS & FAIRS

FIESTA FRIDAYS at Fred's Mexican CafÈ, Old Town Mexican CafÈ, Spicy Mexican grill and Zocalo Grill in Old Town. From 4-7 p.m. every Friday, Old Town restaurants will offer happy hour specials and live entertainment. For more info on Old Town, visit www.oldtownguide.com.

SWAP MEET: KOBEY'S at the San Diego Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Loma Portal, 619-220-8497. The swap meet is open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. (www.kobeyswap.com)

SEASIDE BAZAAR, 459 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, 760-753-1611. Every Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Peruse a variety of imported crafts, jewelry, artwork, and one of a kind finds from around the world.

ASIAN BAZAAR DOWNTOWN: Third Ave. & J St., featuring Asian food and crafts, produce and cooking demonstrations. Every Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon.

BAZAAR DEL MUNDO, 4133 Taylor St, Old Town, 619-296-3161. The Bazaar del Mundo shops capture the color and flavor of Old Mexico. Visit www.bazaardelmundo.com for more info.

PLAZA DEL PASADO at the Old Town San Diego Historic State Park, Old Town, 619-297-3100. The Plaza offers weekly entertainment, including storytelling and Pinata Fiestas every weekend, and offers a wide selection of Mexican food, history and culture. (www.plazadelpasado.com)

FARMERS MARKETS in PACIFIC BEACH: at the corner of Chalcedony and Cass every Friday, 3-7 p.m. El CAJON: on West Main and Orange in historical downtown every Thursday evening. CARLSBAD: on Roosevelt St. between Grand Ave. and Carlsbad Village Drive. Wednesdays, 2-5 p.m. CARMEL VALLEY: 3710 Del Mar Heights Road, Carmel Valley. Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. CORONADO: at the corner of First St. and B St., at the old ferry landing, Coronado. Tuesdays, 2:30-6 p.m. CHULA VISTA: at the Eastlake Elementary School, 1955 Hillside Drive, Eastlake, Chula Vista. Fridays, 4-7 p.m. DEL MAR: in the City Hall parking lot, corner of El Camino Del Mar and Tenth St., Del Mar. Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. EAST VALLEY OPEN AIRE MARKET 1868 East Valley Parkway. ESCONDIDO: in the parking lot of Escondido Charter School, Thursdays, 4-8p.m., also on Grand Ave. , Downtown every Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. until dark. HILLCREST: in the DMV parking lot, corner of Normal St. and Cleveland St. Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. LA JOLLA at La Jolla Elementary School, Girard St. and Center St., La Jolla. Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. LA MESA: at La Mesa Village, Allison St., east of Spring St., La Mesa. Fridays, 3-6 p.m. MISSION BEACH: in the parking lot at Belmont Park, Mission Beach. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. MISSION VALLEY: 2123 Fenton Parkway, Mission Valley Library. Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. NORTH PARK: at 30th St. & North Park Way, 619-294-2501. Thursdays, 4-7 p.m. OCEAN BEACH: on Newport Ave., between Bacon St. & Cable St., Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. OLD TOWN: at the corner of Juan St. and Twiggs St., Old Town, 858-272-7054. Saturday s, 8 a.m. to12 p.m. PACIFIC BEACH: at the Promenade Mall, Mission Blvd., between Reed Ave. and Pacific Beach Blvd., Pacific Beach. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. POINT LOMA: in the parking lot of High Tech High, 2861 Womble Rd., Point Loma. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. POWAY: in the Old Poway Park, corner of Midland and Temple, Poway. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. SCRIPPS RANCH: at the corner of Scripps Poway Parkway and Spring Canyon Rd., Scripps Ranch. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. SOLANA BEACH in the Solana Beach Plaza parking lot, 124 Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Sundays, 2-5 p.m. VISTA: in the City Hall parking lot, corner of Eucalyptus and Escondido Ave., Vista. Saturdays, 8-11 a.m.

FOR THE FAMILY

PRESCHOOL STORIES AND CRAFTS at the Lakeside Branch of the San Diego County Library, 9839 Vine St. At 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. every Thursday kids will learn about different themes, including foods, lions and tigers and dinosaurs. For more info, call 619-443-1811.

GRANDPARENTS AND CHILDREN at the Lakeside Branch of the San Diego County Library, 9839 Vine St. At 10 a.m. every Wednesday, Grandma Barbara will read to children. For more info, call 619-443-1811.

KIDS READING at the Lakeside Branch of the San Diego County Library, 9839 Vine St. At 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday children can practice their skills by reading to Simi the Dog. For more info, call 619-443-1811.

ANIMAL TALES at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 5500 Gaines Street, Linda Vista, 619-299-7012 x 2251. At 1 p.m. every third Sunday, come for a story-telling program for kids ages four to eight. Free.

WACKY SCIENCE WITH MS. FIZZLE at the San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-232-3821. At 12:15 p.m. and again at 2:15 p.m. every Sunday take the family for a free, live performance with the crew from The Magic School Bus. Call 619-232-3821x8 or visit www.sdnhm.org/frizzle for more info.

AUTISM SOCIETY EVENT at the Boys & Girls Club, 4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., 858-273-1645. From 6-8 p.m. every second Friday the San Diego County chapter of the Autism Society of America sponsors free pool and pizza parties for children with autism and their families. Reservations should be made by the second Monday of the month by calling 619-298-1981 or e-mailing info@sd-autism.org.

BABY STORYTIME at the Lakeside Branch of the San Diego County Library, 9839 Vine St. At 10:30 a.m. every Friday mothers are invited to read to their babies. For more info, call 619-443-1811.

TOTS AND TALES at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 5500 Gaines St., Linda Vista, 619-243-3432. At 10:30 a.m. every fourth Thursday, an interactive story time for your preschooler.

POSITIVE PARENTING WORKSHOPS Family Matters and The Women's Resource Center bring you Positive Parenting Drop-In Workshops for moms, dads, and all caretakers in the community. Visit www.sdfamily matters.org for the schedule. No registration required!

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

ACTION SKI AND SNOWBOARD CLUB at Macky's Brewery, 4353 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla, 858-587-6677. At 6 p.m. every first Thursday the group meets to discuss future events including ski trips, rafting, wine tasting, kayaking and camping. Call 858-279-7949 or visit www.actionski.org for more info.

YOGA AT THE BAY in the lawn just south of Mission Bay Hilton Hotel, 1775 East Mission Bay Dr., 858-380-7507. From 6-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Sunday, join Sylvia for a gentle, outdoor session of Hatha yoga. $5.

ANZA-BORREGO INSTITUTE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS From environmental education to classes in pottery making, the institute offers all kinds of programs and special events. For a complete list, visit www.theabf.org.

DISC GOLF at the Morley Field Disc Gold Course, Morley Field Sports Complex, 2221 Morley Field Dr., 619-525-8262. Discover the fun of disc golf. $2 on weekdays and $2.50 on weekends. $1.50 to rent a disc, or bring your own. For more info call 619-692-3607.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS

DOWNLOADABLE E-BOOKS The San Diego Public Library now has free, downloadable e-books as part of the netLibrary eBook Collection. There are more than 400 netLibrary e-books on various topics from which to choose. In addition, the library offers another 3,400 public domain e-books. (www.sandiegolibrary.org)

UCSD TOURS at the University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, 858-534-4414. UCSD is offering free 90-minute tours every Sunday of the month on the campus. Call for more info.