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Haute Sex
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 …
Water Gun Fight!
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 …
Vacation Challenge
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 …
Screen on the Green
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 …
Bon Odori: Gathering of Joy
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 …
Vanished at Swedenborg Hall
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 …
Writing Workshops
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 …
The Goonies at Full Moon Drive In
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 …
Revolt Summer Surf
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 …
U.S. Surf Open
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 …
Olympic Pick 'Em
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. …
Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
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 …
Fiddler on the Roof at Moonlight
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, …
Runtastic Enters the App Race
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
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 …
Your Week: July 26-August 1
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 …
Ocean Beach Street Style: The Return of the Fanny Pack
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 …
Young Adult Book Club
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 …