SEPTEMBER 2006 Calendar

Sept. – POSITIVE ADVENTURES  Every Sunday, drop the kids off for their own adventure while you go off to enjoy adult stuff. And every Tues., tour Balboa Park free with these experts. 888-APA-TOUR.

Sept. – FIESTA FRIDAYS IN OLD TOWN  Join the revelers at Café Coyote, Spicy, Fred’s, Old Town Mexican Café and Zocalo from 4-7pm. Live music, samples, magic shows and fun.

Sept. – GALILEO 101 Martini Tuesdays and Wine Wednesdays. 619-702-7101

Sept. – DOWNTOWN TOURS  Free. Downtown Information Center.  619-235-2222

Sept. – GASLAMP QUARTER WALKING TOUR   Saturdays. 10-am-noon. $10 per person. Reservations: 619-239-7515.

Thru Sept. 4 – Nighttime Zoo and Wild Animal Park The San Diego Zoo and the Wild Animal Park each feature a unique set of experiences at night. For info and events, access www.sandiegozoo.org, or call 619-231-1515.

Thru Sept. 6 – DEL MAR HORSE RACING  Live thoroughbred racing six days weekly; with no racing Tuesdays. Post time: 2pm for the nine race program, most days. Fairgrounds at Del Mar. 858-755-1141 or 858-792-4242

Thru Sept. 30 – CRUISIN’ GRAND IN E cars as cruise SCONDIDO  Family friendly setting along Downtown’s quaint Grand Avenue, where a parade of pre-1970 vintage along the street. Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., through September. 760-745-8877.

Sept. 6,13,20,27 – OCEAN BEACH FARMERS MARKET  4-8pm on Newport Ave. in the heart of this authentic California beach town. This Farmers Market is one of the area’s largest and best. Afterward, grab a beverage and watch the sun set over the ocean. 619-224-4906. www.OceanBeachSanDiego.com.

Sept. 10 – Ocean Beach Jazz Festival  Noon-7pm. OB is the mellowest spot in San Diego to watch live jazz. For ticket info, call 619-224-4906

Sept. 16-17 – Old town san diego art festival  Over 150 contemporary artists, fine craft, fashion and home décor artisans, a Flavor of Old Town Culinary Art Specials, wine tasting and continuous live entertainment are featured. You’ll find this gala event on San Diego Ave. from Conde to Twiggs Streets and throughout Old Town. www.oldtownartfestival.com or 888-278-3378

Sept. 16-17 – California Indian Days Celebration Balboa Park.  619-281-5964

Sept. 16-17 – Oceanside Harbor Days 760-722-1534

Sept. 23-24, 30-Oct.1 – SeaWorld Music Festival This Sea to Shining Sea Music Festival is an annual tradition, featuring several stages throughout the park. Enjoy rock, Dixieland, bluegrass, swing, contemporary and Latin rhythms plus classic cars and, the last weekend, animal expert Jack Hanna. www.seaworld.com or call (800) 25-SHAMU.

Sept. 23-24 – Carlsbad Art Splash www.carlsbadartsplash.org

Sept. 23-24 – Adams Ave. Street Fair 619-282-7329

Sept. 23-24 – Oktoberfest in Balboa Park  German food, folk art vendors, dance exhibitions. Balboa Park Club near the international cottages. 858-694-0424

Sept. 23-24 – Pacific Islanders Festival  619-699-8797

Sept. 23-Oct. 26 – Fleet Week  619-858-1545

Sept. 24 – Coronado Art Walk  619-435-7242

Sept. 27-Oct.1 – San Diego Film Festival  Downtown. 619-582-2368

Sept. 28 – La Jolla Gallery and Wine Walk  619-233-5008

Sept. 29-Oct. 1 – Professional Rodeo  Poway. 760-736-0594

Sept. 30-Oct 1 – Ocean Beach Antique District End of Summer Sale Sidewalk sale and storewide sales event features merchandise from hundreds of dealers. 10am-5pm. 4800-4900 block of Newport Ave. 619-222-8686

Attractions

LEGOLAND  At LEGOLAND® California everyone in the family becomes a hero. With more than 50 super rides, shows and attractions, LEGOLAND is perfect for kids 2-12 and their families. Don’t miss the newest themed area, Pirate Shores, featuring four all-new water attractions, including Splash  Battle. Open daily. Kids 3-12 and Seniors $44.00; Adults $54.00.Visit www.LEGOLAND.com or call 760-918-5346. See center of magazine for discount coupon.

BELMONT PARK VIA MTS If you’ve ever tried parking at Mission Beach, you know that the best way to fun at Belmont Park is via the Metropolitan Transit System. Take the bus (Rtes 8 or 9) to the boardwalk, the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, bumper cars, arcade, carousel, the humongous swimming pool and three big simulated wave rides. Do you dare try the Bruticus Maximus? There are also two fun restaurants and great assortment of retail and fast food shops. 858-488-1549 or www.belmontpark.com and 858-228-9300 or www.wavehouse.com. Connect to Routes 8 and 9 via the Old Town Transit Center. Visit www.sdcommute.com or call 1-800-COMMUTE to plan your trip! See center of magazine for discount coupon.

SAN DIEGO ZOO Visit the famous giant panda, Bai Yun, and her cub, Mei Sheng (the Zoo is home to four giant pandas, the largest population in the U.S.); Ituri Forest; Polar Bear Plunge; Gorilla Tropics; and Tiger River. 619-234-3153

SAN DIEGO ZOO’S WILD ANIMAL PARK  This1,800-acre wildlife reserve features animals of Africa and Asia roaming in a natural habitat. Photo caravan tours take guests for up-close photo opportunities of rare wildlife. 760-747-8702

SEAWORLD San Diego Interstate 5, SeaWorld Dr. exit. “Believe,” the most ambitious killer whale show in SeaWorld history, blends new killer whale behaviors with elaborate set pieces, music, choreography and state-of-the-art  multimedia. Summer Nights at SeaWorld, features extended park hours, nighttime shows and fireworks. Other attractions include Journey To Atlantis, a wet and wild water coaster and 130,000-gallon Commerson’s dolphin habitat; Shipwreck Rapids water raft ride; animal shows, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides and dining facilities.  Ages 10 and older, $54; children 3-9, $44; children 2 and under, free; parking $10. Visit www.seaworld.com or call (800) 25-SHAMU.

Theatre

All tickets available at 619.220.TIXS (8497) unless otherwise noted.

Ongoing – THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW  Culy Theater. 800-944-5639

Ongoing – KILLER REUNION! MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE Imperial House Restaurant, Fridays and Saturdays.  619-544-1600

Ongoing – DR. SCOTT’S HYPNOSIS SHOW Cygnet Theatre Company.  619-337-1525 x3

Ongoing – JOEY AND MARIA’S COMEDY ITALIAN WEDDING  Diamond Bar/Culy Theatre and Lafayette Inn & Suites, North Park

Ongoing – MURDER ON THE TRAIL  H.I.T. Productions Dinner Theatre.  619-561-8673

Ongoing – NATIONAL COMEDY THEATRE  www.nationalcomedy.com. 619-295-4999

Ongoing – THE SOPRANO’S LAST SUPPER Diamond Bar/Culy Theatre and Lafayette Inn & Suites, North Park

Ongoing – TRIPLE ESPRESSO: A HIGHLY CAFFEINATED COMEDY  In its ninth year, this irresistibly good-natured show about three hapless performers features music, magic and more. Great family fun for ages six to 96! Horton Grand Theatre in the Gaslamp Quarter. See center of magazine for discount coupon.  619-234-9583

Sept. – FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT  Direct from New York complete with the Off-Broadway cast, this hilarious legendary comic salute to Broadway is drawing record audiences. Theatre in Old Town. Tickets and information:  619-688-2494

Thru Sept. 3 – ALL WEAR BOWLERS  La Jolla Playhouse. 858-550-1010

Thru Sept. 17 – FIVE CUPS OF COFFEE  Lamb’s Players Resident Theatre, Coronado. Tickets 619-437-0600 or www.lambsplayers.org

Thru Sept. 17 – REHEARSAL FOR MURDER  Lamb’s Players Theatre. 619-437-0600

Thru Oct. 1 – SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL The Old Globe. 619-234-5623

Sept. 7-17 – Urinetown  Starlight Theatre. 619-544-STAR

Opening Sept. 9 (thru10/15) – Ella  San Diego Rep. 619-554-1000

Opening Sept. 9 (thru 10/22) – George Gershwin Alone  Old Globe

Sept. 12-17 – SWEET CHARITY  Molly Ringwald stars in this tuneful revival, featuring hit songs like,
“Hey, Big Spender,” and “If My Friends Could See Me Now.” Neil Simon wrote the hilarious book for this musical, which has received rave reviews. Civic Theatre. www.broadwaysd.com or Ticketmaster

Opening Sept. 26 (thru 11/12) – The Wiz  La Jolla Playhouse

Opening Sept. 30 (thru Oct. 29) – Culture Clash’s Zorro in Hell La Jolla Playhouse

Music/Dance/Performance

Unless otherwise indicated, call 619-220-TIXS for tickets and information

Sept. 6 – Jazz in the Park  Balboa Park. 619-232-7931

Sept. 15-17 – Disney Live  Mickey’s Magic Show. Copley Symphony Hall

Sept. 22 – Freestyle Party on the Bay  Embarcadero Marina Park South

Sept. 29 – Carlos Mencia  Civic Theatre

Jazz/Pop/Rock/Country/
Folks/Blues/Comedy

All tickets available at 619.220.TIXS (8497) unless otherwise noted.

First Wednesdays – JAZZ IN THE PARK  San Diego Museum of Art, Sculpture Court Café. 619-696-1966

Ongoing – THEATRESPORTS  (Improv)  619-465-SHOW

Sept. 1 –    Killer Crossover Tour.
   IpayOne Center/Sports Arena

                    Oooklah the Moc. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 1-2 –    Ozomati. Canes

Sept. 2 –    James Brown. 4th & B
Steve Poltz. Belly Up Tavern
Kenny Neal. Humphrey's Backstage

Sept. 3 –    Kem. Spreckels Theatre

Sept. 5 –    Joe Cocker. Humphrey's

Sept. 6 –    Rakim/ Kid Capri. House of Blues

Sept. 8 –    Los Lobos/Dumpstaphunk. Humphrey's

Sept. 9 –    Mikey Dread. Belly Up
James Gang. Viejas Concerts
Linda Eder. Civic Theatre
Ryan Adams. House of Blues

Sept. 10 –    Southside Johnny/Thunderbirds. Humphrey's
The Wailers. House of Blues
Ricardo Arjona. Coors Amphitheatre

Sept. 11–    Feist. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 12 –    Sugarcult/others. House of Blues
Matisyahu. Embarcadero Marina Park S.

Sept. 13 –    Butch Walker. House of Blues

Sept. 15 –    The Black Keys. House of Blues
The Mother Hips. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 16 –    Candlebox/Drive Blind. House of Blues
George Carlin. Humphrey's

Sept. 17 –    Toby Keith. Coors Amphitheatre
Cross Canadian Ragweed. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 18 –    Soulfly/Full Blown Chaos. House of Blues
Johnny a. Humphrey's Backstage

Sept. 19 –    Cyndi Lauper. Pala Casino

Sept. 20 –    Ben Kweller. House of Blues
Tab Benoit. Humphrey's Backstage

Sept. 21 –    Brian Culbertson/Keiko Matsui. Humphrey's

Sept. 22 –    Kenny G. Pala Casino
Ani Difranco. Copley Symphony Hall

Sept. 23 –    Pepe Aguilar. Embarcadero Marina Park S.

Sept. 24 –    Nashville Star Tour. House of Blues
Temptations. Humphrey's

Sept. 26–    John Mayer/Cheryl Crow. Embarcadero
   Marina Park S.

Sept. 27 –    Engelbert Humperdinck. Pala Casino
Guster & Ray Lamontagne, San Diego State
       Open Air Theatre
Tom Petty. Coors Amphitheatre
Rock the Walk/others. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 23 –    Snow Patrol. House of Blues

Sept. 28-29 – Dark Star Orch. Belly Up Tavern

Sept. 29 –    We are Scientists. House of Blues

Sept. 30 –    Jeff Beck. Pala Casino
Tainted Love. Canes
The Cardigans/Mohair. Belly Up Tavern

Museums/Galleries/Exhibits

SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM  Thru Dec 31 – Dinosaurs: Reel & Robotic. See how dinosaurs first came to life in the movies and follow their transformation over the years through advances in science and technology. 619-232-3821

San Diego Museum of Art  Thru Sep 10 – Andy Warhol’s Dream America.  The influential American artist’s exhibit has more than 110 screen prints from the Jordan Schnitzer collection – prints range from the 1960s to the 1980s and include some of the most iconic artwork of the 20th century. Thru Sept 3 – American Ceramics. Exhibition features American ceramic pieces from the Arts & Crafts movement, as well as studio potters, with pieces spanning the years 1884-1972.  619-232-7931. www.sdmart.org

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART San Diego  Thru Sept. 17 – Strange New World: Art and Design from Tijuana. Downtown and La Jolla. 858-454-3541

MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS  Thru Sept. 24 – Breaking the Frame: Pioneering Women in Photojournalism. Opening May 14 (thru Sept. 17) Shooting in 35: The First 35mm Photographs and Today’s Pioneers: Women Photojournalists in Iraq and Afghanistan Andrea Bruce and Stephanie Sinclair. Balboa Park. 619-238-7559

R.H FLEET SCIENCE CENTER  Attractions include IMAX shows, planetarium shows, interactive exhibits and Kid City. Balboa Park. 619-238-1233

SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF MAN  Balboa Park’s unique museum includes these current exhibits: Representations of Self: focuses on the culture and history of body decoration, including painting, tattooing, piercing and scarification:  Reflections: showcases rare and significant objects from the museum’s collections; The Art of Being Kuna: a traveling exhibit that explores artistic creativity, form and beauty; Passage to Panama: documents the culture of the Choco and Guayami from the Central America rain forest. 619-239-2001

SAN DIEGO MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM  Largest permanent operating model railroad and toy train exhibit in North America. Balboa Park. Thru Dec. 31: Rail Town, an O gauge operating model. 619-696-0199

Sports

Sept. – SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL  Petco Park.
1-877-374-2784

Sept. – SAN DIEGO CHARGERS  Qualcomm Stadium

Sept. 9 – Motorcross Too Much Fun Rosarito, Mexico. 011-52-661-612-2525

Sept. 15-17 – San Diego Thunderboat Regatta Mission Bay. 619-225-9160

Sept. 27-Oct. 1 – International Horse Show
 Del Mar. 858-792-4252

Sept. 30 – Rosarito-Ensenada Bike Ride
 1-800-962-2252

Internet/Gaming Center

Club Lan and Game Rave  This Internet Cafe has full office capability, in case you need to copy, print or fax while you’re away from home. Once the work is done, try Club Lan and Game Rave for gaming tables, tournaments, Xbox, PS2, Game Cube, YU-GI-OH and Magic. Play head-to-head games over high-speed LAN or Internet. While you’re there, check out their great collection of discontinued and collectable toys and action figures. Open Mon.-Thurs., 11am-midnight; Fri. 11am-midnight Sun. (open 24-hours a day in between). 619-224-3387 or visit www.clublan.comand www.toyrave.com for more information.

Therapeutic Massage

Arbel Holistic Massage Team  When the kids are too much and your back is too sore, relax with a holistic massage. For one of the best in town, call certified holistic practitioner Ron Arbel and his team. Their powerful yet relaxing touch will help diffuse tension and re-invigorate you. Ron has both studied and taught holistic healing and is one of the leading practitioners in this area. It could make a big difference in how you view the world–and how the world views you! 619-251-4263

Healing Hands Massage Therapy  Specializing in therapeutic, sports and chair massage. Spa-like body treatments are also available, including hot stone,
body wraps, back scrubs and ear coning. On premises – or they will come to you. Mission Valley location, also serving the greater San Diego areas. Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-7pm. Mobile massage Mon.-Sun. 619-574-0053. www.healinghandsd.com.