New Best Thing presents Haute Sex, a sex-themed sketch comedy and stand-up showcase tomorrow, August 1, at 9 p.m. at Whistle Stop Bar (2236 Fern St). "This month takes us to the age-olde topic of sex. What is it? How …

Mark your calendars: on Saturday, August 11 from 11:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. of Sunday, August 12 nearly 400 participants join in the 2nd Annual Midnight Water Gun Fight in Balboa Park! "We will meet at the large fountain in …

It seems relatively rare for sports to be opened up to, and specifically marketed toward, women, but Crank Cycling coaching and training center aims to change that by organizing a track cycling clinic at the San Diego Velodrome in Balboa …

It's vacation time. I wonder if I'll run during my vacation this year. It would appear to be easy but for some reason it is not, for me. It could be the lack of a schedule it could be not …

On Saturday, August 4 at 8:00 p.m. Balboa Park, in partnership with the San Diego Asian Film Foundation, is showing Love Aaj Kal, an Indian film by Imtiaz Ali starring Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone. This film "portrays the …

On Saturday, August 4 from 5 to 9 p.m., the annual Buddhist community celebrates Bon Odori to commemorate deceased friends and loved ones. "Bon Odori is a lively expression of our gratitude to the deceased for their continuing influence in …

Soon-to-be-divorced Nancy, her mother Louise, and unwed, six-months-pregnant Jenny are sitting around, trashing men. Jerks're this. Gobs of that. And worse. Men. Can't live with 'em. Can't euthanize... One muses about a "life without men." Next thing you know, eerie …

On Saturday, August 4 San Diego Writers, Ink (710 13th St) offers two writing workshops led by professional writers for the community. http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/28/28682/ "Little Things Mean a Lot": "One of the ways to move the reader from reading to experiencing …

Tonight at 8:30 p.m. The Goonies is playing at the Full Moon Drive In (1500 Felspar St) in Pacific Beach. The Full Moon Drive In embraces "a 50's ambiance, including an old marquee, a classic concession stand, vintage advertisements, and …

A nationwide 12-person group with members in San Diego has 5 days left to raise over $2,000 for a Burning Man art/philanthropy project called Flutter Tunnel - a 1,320 foot-long kinetically-powered sculpture made of 100 arches that will be illuminated …

Revolt Summer Surf Series is an eco-friendly beach fair "dedicated to providing a stage for both male and female surfers (professional & amateur) to perform in their sport and be recognized for their achievements." The beach fair will be held …

The Nike U. S. Open of Surfing officially begins today in Huntington Beach, and runs through August 5. The free event takes place at the Huntington Beach Pier. http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/28/28675/ The nine-day competition opens with a day of skating and junior …

On the eve of the Olympics I just found a great way to follow the games. Yahoo Sports has an Olympic fantasy game called London Picke 'Em. Each day you try to pick the results from a number of events. …

50 food trucks! 60 craft beers! Live music! Free kid activities! The second annual Gourmet Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival brings tasty eats (all $4-8) from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego to Del Mar! The gates open …

Right before the opening curtain, Moonlight makes the traditional announcement: turn off cell phones, no photographs, etc. They should add another: please don't sing along to the great songs of Jerry Bock (music) and Sheldon Harnick (lyrics). Or even hum, …

I was asked to check out the Runtastic tracking app so I did. I loaded it on the phone and went for a couple of runs. The distance tracking was accurate and lined up with my Garmin records and other …

Yoga for Hope "was born out of City of Hope's efforts to expand awareness of the importance of the mind-body-spirit connection and the hospital's unique approach to utilizing complimentary and integrative therapies such as yoga and meditation in the patient …

Thursday | 26 WHAT’CHA BEEN READIN’?Midsummer is the perfect time to share what you’ve been reading and hear what books your peers have been enjoying. This book club for young adults meets at 4 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/25/28552/ Pictured: Gabrielle Age: 21 Occupation: Student/Waitress Style Staple: Denim jackets and cute shoes http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/25/28556/ Pictured: Alex and Jude Age: 30 something Occupation: Alex: Reiki healer, Jude: Realtor Style inspiration: Alex-All things Native American, Jude- 1960’s biker styles These two …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/26/28591/ If you have a young bookworm at home, Malcom X Library (5148 Market St) is hosting a young adult book club for teens to discuss their personal readings, meet friends, and gain exposure to a variety of other books …

For three consecutive nights, July 26, 27, and 28 from 8:00 – 10:00 p.m., the La Jolla Fashion & Film Festival brings 20 short films to the Museum of Contemporary Art La Jolla (700 Prospect St). http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/25/28535/ "Recognizing the emergence …

Every single day in San Diego, farmers markets are open to the public. Tuesday farmers markets are open in: Coronado at 1st & B.- Ferry Landing from 2:30-6 p.m. Escondido at E, Grand & Juniper from 3:30-7 p.m. Mira Mesa …

Shen Yung Performing Arts founded in 2006 to revive interest in the 5,000 year old Chinese culture nearly eliminated by the Communists during the Cultural Revolution has earned acclaim for its visuals. Dozens of synchronized dancers trail long colorful scarves …

Southern Stue, a southern rock tribute band will be playing at Oceanside’s Brooks Theater on September 21st and again at Fallbrook’s Main Street Mission Theater on September 22nd. This is the first road show the band’s done since landing in …

With the stubbornly slow economic growth, frugality is a necessity. Rachael Ray used to have a show where she went out on the town and tried to spend under $40 on herself. We can do her one better. Head to …

Director Kirsten Brandt, choreographer Javier Velasco, and a huge cast are giving Luis Valdez's drama with music a splendid revival. Zoot Suit was the first Chicano play ever performed on Broadway (1979). Its critical reception was almost as brutal as …

Hillcrest Farmers Market is going on right now (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at the corner of Normal St and Lincoln St. The market offers organic produce, artisan crafts, flowers, meat, dairy, seafood, and prepared food and juices to eat …

For its current Page-to-Stage project the La Jolla Playhouse is work-shopping The Nightingale, a musical by Duncan Sheik (composer) and Steven Sater (book and lyrics), who wrote the award-winning Spring Awakening. They adapted a fable by Hans Christian Anderson (1843). …

The Golden Hill Street Fair is back, resurrected from the place where fun community events go during poor economic times. On Sunday, July 22, 25th Street will be the hub for bands, brews, art, and grub. The free street fair …

Victoria Klein, sponsored by The Yoga Body Oceanside, leads a one-hour yoga class tonight, July 20, at the Oceanside harbor (1540 Harbor Dr) starting at 6 p.m. The cost for a single class is $15 and $40 for the entire …

Looking for some friends to run, swim, or cycle with? Have you checked out meetup.com? It's a great site for people new to San Diego, new to fitness, or both. San Diego Running is probably the most prolific fitness group …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/19/28303/ On August 17th, the Leo Carrillo Film Festival kicks off with a benefit dinner and screening of “Phantom of the Opera” starring the park’s namesake, at the Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch Park in Carlsbad. An evening not to miss, …

VAMP (visual art, music, and performance) showcases writers, artists, and musicians on the theme "I'm Your Biggest Fan" on Thursday, July 26. The show will take place at Whistle Stop (2236 Fern St). So far the line up includes Holland …

Thursday | 19 INTERNATIONAL ROBOSUB COMPETITIONSponsored by U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research and Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, this autonomous underwater robot competition challenges a “new generation of engineers to develop autonomous vehicles that can perform realistic missions …

Summer is a great time to learn something new. Here are a few classes in San Diego for beginners. Sewing Basic Sew - Tote Bag Sunday, July 22 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. At home ec studio (2225 30th St), …

There are several running/tracking apps available at the App Store and at Google Play. I decided to download three of them and run them simultaneously during a run up Torrey Pines. I chose MapMyRun, Sports Tracker, and Endomondo. I have …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/18/28243/ San Diego Brew Festival comes to Liberty Station for a second time on Saturday, July 21. All proceeds go to Noah's B-ark Pet Rescue, a haven for dogs from high-kill shelters. The Brew Festival will include local and international …

Early in Shakespeare's play, Richard, Duke of Gloucester vows that since he's too deformed to "prove a lover," he'll become a villain. The hunchback rolls his eyes, licks his chops, and practically drools blood. Then, as if he studied at …

On the third Tuesday of every month, Balboa Park (1549 El Prado) opens 4 museums and the Japanese Friendship Garden to the the public for free. The museums are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. San Diego Art Institute's …

Diamond Dust Fashion Show & Dance Party kicks off on July 21 at Kitty Diamond (3780 Park Blvd). Hosted by MayStar & Love Dr Trevorkian, the event will include two rooms of disco and electronic music featuring 6 DJs including …

Have you ever been to a swap meet in San Diego County? One of my favorite childhood memories is all of the weekends I spent at the Spring Valley Swap Meet with my grandfather back in the 70’s. After a …

The Escondido History Center is collaborating with the Arts Partnership and Municipal Gallery to create an Art Park, Saturday August 4th at Grape Day Park. From 7PM through 11, the “Glow-in-the-Park” event, inspired by GLOW Santa Monica, will highlight regional …

Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, and Joe get to watch their own funeral. Shakespeare lets Rosalind do what others would love to do as well: give a potential mate an advanced seminar on loving truly. The exact opposite of speed-dating. As …

"Do not seek illumination unless you seek it as a man whose hair is on fire seeks a pond." --Ramakrishna. I have been seeking cherry/pineapple frozen pops in such a manner this summer. It's been epic but hasn't reached the …

Craft beer and bike rides. They go together like bath salts and cannibalism, and this weekend you’ll have a chance to take the frenzy south of the border (the beer and bikes, that is) with Turista Libre rad Tijuana tours. …

Have you heard of Pistorius? The name rings with grandeur. You might think Pistorius was a chronicler of the late Roman Republic or perhaps a great conqueror. A great conqueror might be correct. Oscar Pistorius is a double amputee who …

Thursday | 12POP THURSDAY GOES COMIC CRAZYCalling all cosplayers! Dress up as your favorite character for a costume contest and get your own comic-book cover portrait in the “fantasy photo studio.” Also, filmmaker Neil Kendricks will give an introduction to …

If you've gone north on the I-15 in order to get to what used to be called The Wild Animal Park, then you may have noticed a cool looking bridge that crosses Lake Hodges just west of the freeway. According …

This week I took a San Diego harbor tour for the first time via San Diego Harbor Excursions. Tickets cost $22-27 though you can find a $3 discount here. Tours are split into north and south, and there is the …

Pride Festival begins on Saturday, July 21 at noon and runs through Sunday evening. The event will feature performances by Natasha Bedingfield and Sandra Bernhard in addition to "more than 80 musicians, bands, comedy and dance performers, 300 participating vendor …

San Diego kicks off Pride weekend with its first ever Pride Block Party on Friday, July 20 from 7 to 11 p.m. The block party will feature "dancing, DJ's, food, drinks and a "Hillcrest Pride Flag Viewing" ferris wheel." http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/12/27756/ …

Local nonprofit Fresh Start Surgical Gifts is gearing up for one of its six to seven annual Surgery Weekends, to be held July 14th and 15th at the group’s Fresh Start Clinic at Rady Children’s Hospital. During the events about …

Moss Hart knew "the dark brown taste of being poor." And when he made his considerable fortune on Broadway he bought a country estate, planted thousands of trees and built a gaudy mansion. The place looked so baroque it prompted …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/11/27675/ If for any reason you missed out on Comic Con tickets, you can still participate in the free Zombie Walk this Friday, July 13 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Zombies should meet at 5:00 p.m. at the corner of …

Tonight The Range Kitchen & Cocktails (1263 University Ave) in Hillcrest hosts their monthly dinner theater. In celebration of Comic Con, which starts tomorrow, The Range will play Star Wars on the projector screen and up to 8 HDTVs with …

Synchronized with the start of Comic Con, the downtown gallery Space 4 Art will be hosting a related event entitled Do Anything. The Show includes a screening of Strange Attractors: Investigations in Non-Humanoid Extraterrestrial Sexualities, a 120 minute DVD which …

San Diego’s mild climate and waterfront location attracts large scale international conferences, which in turn pour millions into the local economy. Many of the companies that choose San Diego over other cities for their annual get-togethers pertain to medical science …

If full moons are your thing than you're in luck, because hundreds of them can be seen Saturday afternoon lined up along a stretch of train tracks outside the Mugs Away Saloon in Orange County. July 14 is the annual …

Local vintners run all sorts of promotions to lure wine drinkers through their doors, from grape stomp harvest parties to classic wine related movies or overnight excursion tours into Mexico’s wine country. Some offer live music in outdoor atmospheres. Every …

Summer is a great time for self-exploration, whether it's through travel, outdoor activities, or creative classes. San Diego Writers, Ink, a nonprofit arts and literary organization, offers many creative writing workshops taught by professionals for beginning and seasoned writers alike. …

Lillian-Yvonne Bertram reads from her collection, But a Storm is Blowing from Paradise on Saturday, July 28 at 7 p.m. The event is free to the public and will be held at The Inkspot (710 13th St, Suite 210) downtown. …

Oceanside sponsors the family orientated Sunday Afternoon Concert Series at Heritage Park on Peyri Road from now until August 12th. Music begins at 4PM and last until 6PM at the park that’s tucked behind historic Mission San Luis Rey. Band …

This may seem obvious, but Balboa Park in summer is essential. There are the museums, and the film series, plays, and the dog parks, but simply walking through the entire park between Park Blvd. and Sixth Ave. offers lush scenery, …

Today's stage of the Tour de France is a "time trial". A time trial is individual riders racing against the clock. There is no peloton and there is no drafting behind other riders. There are no teammates to set a …

TED was founded in 1984 in California with the first TED conference in Monterey. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, and Design and the nonprofit organization has a global reach with conferences in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Engineers, doctors, innovators, …

If you haven’t tried Cinépolis, you’re in for an unusual movie going experience. With two locations in San Diego County: Del Mar and La Costa, Cinépolis provides home theater comfort in a public setting, plus the added benefit of food …

"When I look into those big brown eyes of yours," Dick says to Ruby, "there's only one thing I want to do - SING!" Dames at Sea's a loving spoof of the Busby-Berkeley-directed glitz-blitzes of the 1930s - Gold Diggers, …

At Color Me Rad 5K runners start out "as clean as newborn babes" and get blasted with rainbow colored cornstarch every few minutes while en route to the finish line. Color Me Rad 5K hits San Diego's Petco Park on …

Members of the Fallbrook Union High School varsity choir, the “Madrigals”, will sing back up for Foreigner ‘s “I Want to Know What Love Is” when the band performs at Pala Casino on Sunday, July 8th at 7PM. “The whole …

He was Alexander Woollcott (1887-1943). In his time more people may have admired, and feared, him than even knew about Alexander the Great. As drama critic for various newspapers, he was always the star of his reviews, praising and damning …

http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2012/jul/07/27434/ Just in time for Comic-Con, some of the most notable artists in San Diego’s thriving and sizable comics community are being brought together for an exhibit titled Unmasked! Comic Art in San Diego Revealed. The exhibit, hosted by Artlab …

The San Diego County’s award winning Summer Movies in the Park series rolled its first reel June 1 in Heritage Park. More than 55 free films will be shown at dusk in community parks across the County through September 29th. …

The Ken Cinema in Kensington (4061 Adams Ave) is showing The Rocky Horror Picture Show at midnight on Saturday, July 21. Built in 1912, and owned by Landmark Theatres since 1975, Ken Cinema features classic cult, independent, and foreign films …

Pictured: PLNU's Greek Theater Time to visit another of San Diego’s hills. Hill Street in Point Loma has an appropriate name. The street goes straight up a two tier hill from Sunset Cliffs. It’s not a particularly long hill but …

Photo by Ken Jacques Thursday | 5JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW Meet artist Cathy Carey and see her new Steampunk pieces, as well as fired and distressed hand-painted and collaged pendants, on which photographs are “printed, painted, fired, and shaped.” Free.WHEN: 6 …

Director Adrian Noble set the Jerome Lawrence/Robert E. Lee courtroom drama in two places at once. Reconfiguring tables and chairs and Deidre Clancy's tan and brown costumes (matching the shades of unvarnished wood) suggest the famous Scopes "Monkey Trial" of …

I’ve decided to take on one of the ultimate challenges in all sports—follow and understand the Tour de France. The tour covers 2,173 miles over the course of 23 days with rest days on the 10th and 16th days. For …

Zombies invade San Diego's Petco Park on July 12-14. In intervals of 20 minutes at The Walking Dead Escape: Live the Apocalypse, "survivors" must navigate through infected "walker" zones to complete a 35-45 minute obstacle course which will include cargo …

Blue Sky Reserve is a 700 acre runner’s paradise just off Espola Road in Poway. There are no motorized vehicles and no bicycles either. It's all foot traffic. I did the short run from the trail-head to Lake Poway and …

The free 2012 Hot Summer Nights series occurs every other Friday evening through August 24th on Main Street in Fallbrook. Shops and cafés stay open when the street is coned off to traffic at 5PM. An inflatable play house is …

On July 14, Tomato Battle comes to San Diego (404 Euclid Ave). Each year, thousands throng to the event in various cities for live music, dancing, alcohol, and nearly 300,000 pounds of roma tomatoes. The event opens at 1 p.m. …

The night the lights went out. Scripps Ranch Theatre's new play program, "Out on a Limb," had its inaugural opening last Friday. Led by Producer/Program Director Robert May, actors did full productions of three one-act plays.. "The theater seats 118," …

Cabrillo National Monument (1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr) was founded in 1542 when explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo anchored his flagship there. The monumental statue of Cabrillo was erected under President Coolidge, and the park has been of interest to numerous presidents …

All Julia Lucas had to do in the women’s 5,000 meters was take it easy, stay with the pack and make sure she came in third or even fourth. Heck, fifth might have been good enough. Going into the race …

The July 4th celebration begins early in Rancho Bernardo. The Spirit of the Fourth celebration begins with a pancake breakfast at 8AM in Webb Park. The parade sounds off at 3:30PM. Evening fireworks may be viewed at the Middle School …

Aside from those offered by SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, and the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar, there are five official viewing locations from which to see San Diego’s firework displays. Each site will be accessible by shuttle buses that will …

For North County residents who prefer to stay local on July 4th, there are parades, picnics, bands, and fireworks being sponsored by Oceanside, Vista, Fallbrook, Valley Center, and Escondido. Oceanside’s annually Traditional Independence Day Parade begins at 10AM. The parade …

Run to it! Dana Green's doing a spectacular Rosalind, one of Shakespeare's smartest women, and the Adrian Noble-directed production's a wall-to-wall charmer. The play begins upside-down. Conniving Duke Frederick banishes his brother, Duke Senior. The scene's portrayed vividly at the …