November 2007 Events
Thurs 10/1
Early Evening - Day of the Dead Celebration:
Mingei International Museum 155 W. Grand Avenue, Escondido 92025. 5pm - 7pm. $5. No-host Bar, Mexican food, hot chocolate, sangria; Chula Vista Mariachi Band, Flamenco guitar and paper flower-making. Mix, meet & socialize - enjoy the exhibition: PAPER TRANSFORMED.
Call 760-735-3355 or visit www.mingei.org
Thurs 10/1 - 10/18
An Ideal Husband Lamb's Players Theatres:
Oscar Wilde's wit is at its best in this engaging portrait of secrets, compromise, and reconciliation. Tues, Weds, Thurs 730pm; Fri 8pm, Sat 4pm & 8pm; Sun 2pm.
For ticket pricing and more information, visit www.lambsplayers.org
Sat 10/3
Escondido Children's Museum:
Studio 1, California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 380 N. Escondido Blvd.; the museum's annual toy sale will be held from 10am - 3pm (toy donations welcomed); "Discovering Nature's Alphabet," a photo exhibit of English-language letters formed by natural means, is open; "The Science Shack" is open; "Second Saturday" family days every month; 10am - 2pm Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Noon - 4pm Wednesdays and 11am - 3pm Saturdays; $4 General; children under one free; military families half off all admission prices.
760-233-7755 or escondidochildrenmuseum.org.
Sun 10/4 - Don't forget - "fall back". Daylight savings ends so move your clocks back one hour Sunday morning!
Sun 10/4
Seventh Annual Union Bank Fall Back Festival:
The historic Gaslamp Quarter will look more like it used to in the 1870's when the annual Fallback Festival takes shape. This street fair is for kids of all ages. So, grab your cowboy hat, spurs and boots and retreat back to life in the late 1800's. Gaslamp Quarter - Fifth Ave & Market Street 92101. 11am - 4pm, $5 Adults / Kids; under two years are free.
For more information, call 619-233-5008 or visit www.gaslampquarter.org.
Fri 10/9
Amazing Tastes in East County:
A non-profit event benefiting the Maravar people of Southern India. Taste the Signature Dishes of premier East County restaurants! Enjoy live music by Downbeat and a Silent Auction. Tickets are $15 for the evening: 6pm - 8pm.
Call 888-634-3579 x6000 to reserve your tickets.
Fri - Sun, 10/9 - 10/11
Snow Jam:
EXPO show featuring everything about skiing and snowboarding at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Fri 4pm - 10pm; Sat & Sun 10am - 6pm; Adults $15, children under 13 free with paid adult; parking is $9.
For more information, visit www.snowjamshow.com or call 951-587-6266.
Sat 10/17
Fall Family Days at Birch Aquarium:
Come and enjoy month long family programs at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps. The programs are included with the price of admission. Kelp Kornucopia 11am - 3pm: Make a kelp plant and taste seaweed! $4 per person.
Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for more information.
Sat 10/17
Star of India Birthday Celebration:
Board San Diego's favorite floating landmark to celebrate its 144th birthday. They cut the cake at 1pm, so don't be late. Maritime Museum of San Diego - 1492 North Harbor Dr, 92101. Noon - 3pm; Free.
Contact 619-234-9153 for more information.
Thurs 10/22/07 - 1/1/08
Holiday of Lights:
The Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is a spectacular drive-through light show and exhibit, themed for the holiday season, with more than 400 crowd-pleasing, family-oriented displays. Sundays through Thursdays 530pm - 10pm, Fri & Sat 530pm - 11pm; $13 per car, up to 5 people / $18 per vehicle, 6 or more people / $48 per bus.
For more information, visit www.sdfair.com/holidayoflights or call 858-755-1161.
Tues 10/27
Traditional Nutcracker Tree Lighting:
Experience a spectacle of lights as you enter the Grand Lobby where you will be greeted by a stately fourteen foot tree decorated with nutcrackers and more than a thousand lights. Holiday revelers sample eggnog, spiced mulled wine, hot cocoa, holiday cookies such as pumpkin spice, almond macaroons, chocolate truffles and other treats while listening to traditional holiday caroling. Enjoy a sneak preview of California Ballet's performance of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 6pm - 730pm. Westgate Hotel, Grand Lobby $39 Adults; $20 children under 12.
For information, please call 619-557-3655.
Weds 10/28
Lord of the Dance, San Diego Civic Theatre:
A mystical story told through heel-clicking Irish dancers, the Broadway cult hit "Lord of the Dance" comes to San Diego. Michael Flatley, who originated the primary role, serves as artistic director and oversees all aspects of the production. 730pm . Tickets $28 - $63. 1100 Third Ave 92101.
For more information, call 619-570-1100.
Fallbrook Historical Museum:
South Hill Street at Rocky Crest Road, Fallbrook; "Fallbrook in Miniature," handcrafted models of 12 historic Fallbrook buildings complete with functional model railroad, a replica of the original train that serviced the Fallbrook area in the early 1900's; Pittenger House, country home of William Pittenger, Civil War hero and Medal of Honor winner; historical displays and research materials; 1 - 4pm Thursdays and Sundays; free.
Call 760-723-4125 for more information.
Let San Diego pamper your family for Thanksgiving Dinner!
Hilton Garden Inn - Carlsbad Beach:
Thanksgiving Day Buffet by the Sea. This will be an indoor / outdoor event. Adults - $36.95, children under ten - $15.95, children under five eat free!
Call 760-476-0800 to reserve your table.
The Westgate Hotel:
1. Thanksgiving Four Course Gourmet Dinner:
130pm - 1030pm at Le Grand Cafe; $55 Adults; $27.50 for children under twelve. A charming dining experience for you, your family and friends to embrace the traditions of Thanksgiving. Enjoy all the offerings of a traditional Thanksgiving complete with all the trimmings, served by The Westgate Hotel's world-class service team. For additional information about, reservations or menus for any of these events, please call 619-557-3655.
2. Sensational Thanksgiving Buffet:
11am - 3pm Versailles Ballroom & Le Fontainebleau; $55 Adults; $27.50 for children under twelve. Enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving buffet with an extensive award-winning wine list (available upon request), served by The Westgate Hotel's world-class service team.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa:
Enjoy a beach side buffet from Noon - 7pm. Adults $65, Children $28. For a complete menu, visit www. paradisepoint.com/Thanksgiving.aspx.
For reservations & information, call 858-490-6363.
The Shores:
11am - 7pm La Jolla's Steak and Seafood Restaurant, combines classic steakhouse favorites and innovative coastal cuisine with spectacular oceanfront views while focusing on exceptional quality and fresh local ingredients. Adults $41, $18.95 for children 12 & under, $3 for children under six years of age.
Reservations are recommended 858-456-0600.
All information is subject to change without notice.
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