FEATURED EVENTS

Friday, Feb. 8

‘Collage 2019: Dream Big’
San Diego Civic Dance Company invites the community to its critically acclaimed dance show in the historic Casa del Prado Theatre. The show earned the Bravo Award for Best Dance Show in San Diego for three years in a row. Featuring new work by Emmy award-winning choreographer, Mia Michaels. Seventy-five professionally trained dancers will perform in various dance styles such as tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, lyrical, modern, musical theater and Bollywood. Show is two hours with a 15-minute intermission. $8-$15. Various times. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park, 1800 El Prado.
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Fair at 44: Vietnamese Creative
Leaders of San Diego

The Vietnamese Creative Leaders of San Diego is a lecture series designed to increase the dialogue and visibility of Vietnamese and Vietnamese-American artists, filmmakers and educators living in San Diego. The first lecture’s theme is photography, featuring artists Ann Le and Johnny Nguyen. 6-7:30 p.m. at Fair at 44, 4350 El Cajon Blvd.
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Saturday, Feb. 9

Backyard Composting/
Vermicomposting Workshop
Join Solana Center for a two-hour backyard composting and vermicomposting workshop to learn how to create or improve your backyard compost and reduce and reuse kitchen and yard waste. Learn how to compost with worms and create healthy soils from food scraps. Free; RSVP required. 10 a.m.-noon at Golden Hill Recreation Center, 2600 Golf Course Drive.
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‘Love Hurts’ Cabaret
The talented women of San Diego Women’s Chorus are at it again for their fourth annual love-themed cabaret “Love Hurts”! The event features the solo, duo, and small ensemble talents of SDWC and special surprise performances! Pre-show happy hour at 6:30 p.m. features appetizers, drinks, silent auction baskets and opportunity drawing prizes. Complimentary coffee and ice water provided. $20. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at The Irenic, 3090 Polk Ave.
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C + C Market
Valentine’s Event

Curators & Creators (C + C) presents its C + C Market Valentines Event, featuring food, music and shopping. Uptown favorite Babydoll Warriors’ perform at 2:30 p.m. Also featuring a Retro Gravel Art Workshop and food from Sushi Uno. Noon-5 p.m. at 2918 Imperial Ave.
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Sunday, Feb. 10

M.O.M. at Space Bar

Make Out Music (M.O.M.) presents a lineup featuring Former, SMiiLE and Runnner. $5-$8. 21-plus. 8 p.m.-midnight at Space Bar, 3519 El Cajon Blvd.
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Monday, Feb. 11

PoetrySLAM fifth qualifier

The San Diego PoetrySLAM — one of the nation’s premiere poetry slam venues — provides a space for poets of all skill levels to fellowship and support each other in a competitive atmosphere while facilitating a transformational experience for the audience. The monthly event, which meets every second Monday, presents its fifth qualifier in February, consisting of two-round slam competitions with the top competitors qualifying for the Grand Slam Finals. $5. 8 p.m. at Queen Bee’s, 3925 Ohio Street.
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The Holy Knives at Soda Bar

Rock duo The Holy Knives perform with openers Aunt Cynthia’s Cabin, and Lunar Hand. $7. 21-plus. 9 p.m. at Soda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd.
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Tuesday, Feb. 12

‘Happy Hour with the Artist’
Art Produce invites you to an intimate happy hour with artists Lynn Susholtz and Max Lofano to celebrate their exhibits: Susholyz’s “in-house” and Lofano’s “Back Pocket.” Lynn Susholtz is an artist, community activist, educator and founder of Art Produce and Stone Paper Scissors, a public art/education studio. Max Lofano is an emerging local artist who holds a bachelor’s degree in sculpture from San Diego State University. View the “Back Pocket” exhibit during gallery hours from Feb. 8 through Feb. 16; request “in-house” viewing hours by appointment. The happy hour event will be held 5-7 p.m. on Feb. 12 at Art Produce, 3139 University Ave.
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‘Stars of the Future’
Check out Martinis Above Fourth and see young performers showcase their musical talents. Guests will enjoy hearing their favorite musical theater pieces from the voices of future Broadway stars. These artists have credits that include the Old Globe Theatre, San Diego Rep and La Jolla Playhouse. Many are winners of Old Globe Honors, local “American Idol” contests and newly signed recording artists. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $20. 8 p.m. at Martinis Above Fourth, 3940 Fourth Ave.
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Wednesday, Feb. 13

Mistress Day at Prohibition
Prohibition, the Gaslamp Quarter’s underground speakeasy, will celebrate Mistress Day with cocktails that pay homage to three of American presidents’ most well-known women: Marilyn, Monica and Stormy. Created by lead bartender and GBOD Hospitality Group beverage director, Ryan Andrews, the hand-crafted cocktails will be available for $13. Bar hours 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 548 Fifth Ave.
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Thursday, Feb. 14

Gay Salsa Class
Cori-ography Dance presents a salsa class for members of the gay men’s community who are single and looking to mingle during this season of love! Enjoy this 45-minute salsa class to learn some salsa basics as well as how to lead and follow and meet and greet with other single men in the gay community. $15 per dancer. Sign-up online by Feb. 12. Event requires eight participants to run; you will be contacted in the event it does not reach capacity. 7:45-8:30 p.m. at 1795 University Ave.
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Valentine’s Day at SDMA
Join San Diego Museum of Art’s special Valentine’s Day for an after-hours, docent-led tour showcasing the museum’s most romantic and love-filled works of art from various museum collections. Enjoy a picnic basket meal for two at Panama which includes gourmet sandwiches, a cheese or vegan plate, dessert and a bottle of wine, Champagne or draft beer. Tours begin every half hour from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets are $110 for members, $130 for non-members, per couple. bit.ly/2FvU91Y

Romance at The Abbey
Take your valentine back to the sublime romance of the 1910s at San Diego’s historic venue, The Abbey. Originally constructed as an Episcopal church, this elegant 1910 landmark is San Diego’s only remaining Classic Revival structure. Enjoy an intimate private table and bottomless Champagne all evening long. Vibrant, romantic, and entertaining live music from Republic of Music will set the mood and bring out your moves on the dance floor. Savor the evening with delectable hors d’oeuvres and divine desserts. $55-$75 per person. 8-10 p.m. Reserve seats by phone. 619-686-8715.

Friday, Feb. 15

The Expendables at Observatory
Rock band The Expendables perform with openers in Ballyhoo! and Kash’d Out. All ages. $20. 8 p.m. at The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave.
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Saturday, Feb. 16

Dirty Dogs & Meow
Hillcrest Grand Opening
One-stop pet shop Dirty Dogs & Meow brings its next storefront to Hillcrest. The store offers health foods, self-washing and cage-free grooming for dogs and cats. Ten percent of all food and treat proceeds and 50 percent of all self-serve baths will go toward the rescues and shelters that they are partnering with. 1040 University Ave, Suite B113. Contact Jonti Shepherd at 619-297-3647 for hours and more information
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San Diego VDAY 2019
Benefitting the Silence Against Domestic Violence and VDAY, Diversionary Theatre Black Box is hosting “The Mending Monologues” conceived by Deric Dujardin at 2 p.m. and “The Vagina Monologues” by Eve Ensler at 7 p.m. $25 per show. Diversionary Theatre Black Box, 4545 Park Blvd.
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Pedro the Lion at The Irenic
Indie-rock band Pedro the Lion will perform with opener Tomberlin. All ages. $20-$22. 7:30 p.m. at The Irenic, 3090 Polk Ave.
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Tuesday, Feb. 19

Half Waif at Soda Bar
Half Waif will perform with openers Whitney Ballen, and Rosie Tucker. $13-$15. 21-plus. 8:30 p.m. at Soda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd.
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Thursday, Feb. 21

‘Culture & Cocktails’ at Museum of Art — The popular event returns, with a new theme, “Legends and Voyages,” named after the museum’s three panels by José María Sert. The panels were recently gifted to the museum by the Silver family and will be unveiled Feb. 21. In addition to the debut of this art, attendees can watch mermaid siren performers, participate in message-in-a-bottle jewelry making, and dance to the beat of DJ Gabe Vega and more. Enjoy a picnic in the park or buy seafood dishes from Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck. $10-$15 for members and $25-$35 for non-members. 6-10 p.m. at San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado.
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ONGOING EVENTS

‘The Greatest of Ease’
Through March 18

Circus Vargas presents “The Greatest of Ease,” circus as it should be seen, under the big top throughout San Diego. Join Circus Vargas’ 50th anniversary extravaganza, an homage to the golden era of circus in America. Circus Vargas’ incredible new 2019 production highlights an amazing cast of world-renowned performers, featuring death-defying acrobats, daredevils, aerialists, jugglers, contortionists, clowns, motorcycles and more. All ages; kid friendly. Various times. Westfield Mission Valley on Feb. 7-18; Westfield Plaza Bonita on Feb. 21-March 4; and Westfield North County March 7-18.
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‘Dr. Otic’s Miraculous Old Town Showdown’
Through February 2019
“Dr. Otic’s Miraculous & Audience-Powered Old Town Showdown” — similar to “Who’s Line Is it Anyway?” — is a fun and interactive show based entirely on audience suggestions. Showdown performances are every Friday and Saturday night, but each show is a unique experience created on the spot by our talented ensemble of improvisors. Reservations recommended. $14-$17. All ages; family-friendly. 7-9 p.m. at Old Town Improv Co., 2415 San Diego Ave. #103.
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‘Stories of Struggles & Triumphs’
Through January 2020
The San Diego History Center, in partnership with the Lambda Archives of San Diego, brings the first-ever exhibition in Balboa Park focused on the history of San Diego’s LGBTQ+ community. Visitors will experience and learn about the community’s struggles to overcome persecution, the battle with AIDS, bullying and intolerance, the power of the community, and the tremendous strides taken in the fight for equal rights. The exhibit curator is noted author and historian Lillian Faderman. Times vary. 1649 El Prado, Suite #3.
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RECURRING EVENTS

Mondays

Lestat’s West Open Mic
Weekly open mic event hosted by Robby Robertson every Monday. 6:30-11 p.m. at Lestat’s, 3343 Adams Ave.
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Tuesdays

Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation
Join all-ages introductory class to learn basic Buddhist concepts, as well as participate in a discussion and silent meditation. Weekly event led by Jeff Zlotnik. Free. 7-8 p.m. at Dharma Bum Temple, 4144 Campus Ave. Also held on Saturdays at 11 a.m.-noon.
bit.ly/dharmabum

Thursdays

North Park Thursday Market
Shop more than 90 tents of locally grown produce, artisan grocery items, prepared foods and hand-crafted goods. 3-7:30 p.m. at 3000 North Park Way, stretching from 31st Street to Utah Street, North Park.
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Thursdays at The Ken
San Diego’s late-night jazz jam convenes every Thursday night. Hosted by musicians Ian Buss, Robert Dove and Hugo Suarez. $5. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at The Kensington Club, 4079 Adams Ave.
bit.ly/ThursKen

Fridays

Free Friend Fridays
Looking for a co-working space with value-aligned social entrepreneurs, artists, nonprofit professionals and local startups? Collective Impact Center offers a complimentary day pass to use shared desks and office space. Bring your laptop and check in on social media with hashtag #cicfreefriendfriday for free Wi-Fi. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Collective Impact Center, 3295 Meade Ave.
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Saturdays

Golden Hill Farmers Market
Stop by the open community space to pick up California Certified Organic Produce from local farmers. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at B Street between 27th and 28th streets, Golden Hill.
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Old Town Saturday Market
The street market features work from local artists including paintings, jewelry, photography and more. Every Saturday and Sunday. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Harney Street and San Diego Avenue, Old Town.
bit.ly/OTMarket

Sundays

Hillcrest Farmers Market
About 175 vendors offer a variety of locally grown fruit, produce, gifts, arts and crafts, flowers, and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Normal Street between University and Lincoln avenues.
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To view a comprehensive calendar of events happening throughout San Diego, visit our online calendar at bit.ly/UTNCal.

—Compiled by Jules Shane, Albert Fulcher and Sara Butler. Email calendar item requests to [email protected].