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Published Thursday, 18-Dec-2008 in issue 1095
SAN DIEGO NEWS
Vandals damage Stonewall Citizens’ Patrol vehicles a second time
Four tires on two vehicles punctured, reward offered
Any individual with information on the vandalism of the two patrol vehicles is asked to contact the Stonewall Citizens’ Patrol by calling 619-501-2809 or e-mailing stonewallcitizens@cox.net.
SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY NEWS
Pride seeks community participation for marketing committee
San Diego Pride is seeking community participation for its 2009 Marketing Committee. Volunteers with experience, knowledge, as well as specialized skills in areas such as marketing, advertising, public relations, graphic design, media and journalism, or Web design, are invited to contact Pride for more information. For additional information, contact John Bilow at 619-297-7683, ext. 110.
Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis to speak at GSDBA anniversary event
In gearing up for its 30th anniversary, the Greater San Diego Business Association has scheduled Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Louganis as keynote speaker for a celebration scheduled for June 11, at the Hard Rock Hotel in downtown San Diego. The event will feature dinner and cocktails, a VIP reception and awards given by the GSDBA to various local businesses.
Tickets for the GSDBA anniversary celebration will be made available in early 2009. Sponsorships for the event are still being accepted. For more information, call 619-296-4543 or visit the Web site www.gsdba.org.
San Diego LGBT Pride announces ‘Giant Balloon’ contest
Entries must be submitted by Jan. 23, in a medium of the participant’s choice: digital email, CD, or 3-D models no larger than 24 inches high by 18 inches wide; and printed hard-copy images no smaller than 12 inches by 14 inches. Copyrighted images, logos or fonts are not permitted. The winner will be announced on March 6.
Entries can be mailed or delivered to 2009 Balloon Design Program, San Diego LGBT Pride, 1807 Robinson Ave., #106, San Diego, CA 92103. For more information, call Pride office at 619-297-7683, ext. 107, or visit the Web site at www.sandiegopride.org.
BILLY MASTERS
For all the dish, visit www.billymasters.com. Write Billy at billy@billymasters.com.
CONVERSATIONS WITH NICOLE
For all the people, opinions and politics you want, visit www.mosuniverse.com/nicole.
BEYOND THE BRIEFS
Congresswoman Susan Davis, who serves on the House Armed Services Committee, has indicated she will discourage Defense Secretary Gates from appealing the federal court’s decision to let Witt v. Air Force stand. Contact her to send your support by visiting www.house.gov/susandavis/contact.shtml.
Congressmember Bob Filner, who serves as Chair of the Veteran’s Affairs Committee, has committed to working with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Shinseki on several issues. Send e-mail to express your views about the rights of GLBT veterans and their adoptive children at info@bobfilnerforcongress.com.
CENTER STAGE
Make a donation to The San Diego LGBT Community Center online at www.thecentersd.org/give or mail a check made payable to The Center, P.O. Box 3357, San Diego, CA 92163.
You can reach Delores Jacobs at 619-692-2077, ext. 215, or djacobs@thecentersd.org.
DINING
Joining the smidgen of Ethiopian restaurants in San Diego is Muzita Bistro, offering traditional, exotically spiced meals cooked by the owner’s mother. The atmosphere is equally warm and homey, set in a former bungalow aglow from tea lights and profuse hospitality. Customary ingera bread serves as your eating utensils for handed-down recipes that are packed with flavor and obscure to the local dining scene.
Muzita Bistro is located at 4651 Park Blvd., University Heights. For more information, call 619-546-7900.
RECIPE BOX
Kirk Pfeiffer is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice on University Avenue at Richmond Street in Hillcrest. He can be reached at 619-339-9980.
OUT AND ABOUT
BEST BET
Holiday of Lights: The Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is a spectacular drive-through light show with more than 400 crowd-pleasing, family-oriented displays, accompanied by holiday tunes. Tickets are $14 per car for up to five people, and $19 per car for six people or more. The Holiday of Lights runs Sunday through Thursday from 5:30-10 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30-11 p.m. For more information, call 858-793-5555 or visit www.holidayoflights.com.
Friday, Dec. 19
‘White Christmas’ musical sing-a-long: If you’re the kind of person who loves to sing along to your favorite musicals, bring the kids and plan to join your fellow enthusiasts at the Musical Sing-Along Movie Series this winter, presented by the Birch North Park Theatre and Hawthorn’s Restaurant. White Christmas musical sing-a-long will start at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and again on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 2:30 p.m. Audience participation is encouraged and a good time is guaranteed! Enjoy a half-price drink with ticket stub at Hawthorn’s, before or after the show. Tickets are $9 for general admission and $7 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at the theater box office, by visiting www.birchnorthparktheatre.net or by calling 619-239-8836.
Saturday, Dec. 20
‘Holiday Pops’: The San Diego Symphony will present its Holiday Pops concert, with performances at both 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Matthew Garbutt will conduct this great holiday entertainment show featuring the San Diego Master Chorale and the San Diego Children’s Choir. Holiday Pops concerts feature $30 Coca-Cola Family Packs, while supplies last. All performances take place at Copley Symphony Hall at 7th and B Streets in Downtown. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 888-889-5961 or visit www.sandiegosymphony.com.
Sunday, Dec. 21
Babette’s Jingle Bell Bingo: Martini’s Above Fourth will host Babette’s Jingle Bell Bingo at 5:30 p.m. The event will include a special edition of Babette’s famous bingo and a holiday dinner. Tickets are $25 per person. MA4 is located at 3040 Fourth Ave., Ste. 200 in Hillcrest. For more information visit www.martinisabovefourth.com.
Monday, Dec. 22
Rock-Step: Lee from Kicker’s will teach a combination of two-step, waltz, shadow, and shuffle for everyone regardless of skill level. No partner necessary, just bring your sweet self, a willingness to learn and have fun in a community of dancers embracing the values of inclusiveness, respect, and good ol’ country kindness and hospitality! The Intro to Two-Step class is from 6:30-7 p.m., Intermediate Spins & Turns from 7-8 p.m., and East Coast Swing from 8-8:30 p.m. Wear comfortable clothes and leather or leather-like soles. The classes take place in The Center’s auditorium located at 3909 Centre St. in Hillcrest. No RSVP required and a $5 donation is requested.
Tuesday, Dec. 23
‘A Christmas Carol’: The Cygnet Theatre Company will present Chares Dickens’ A Christmas Carol adapted and directed by Sean Murray. The performance will take place through Sunday, Dec. 28, at the newly renovated Old Town Theatre in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Tickets are as low as $22. Half-price tickets are available for kids under 12 years old. For more information, call 619-337-1525 or visit www.cygnettheatre.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 24
Dreamgirls Christmas Revue: Spend Christmas Eve like no other when Urban Mo’s presents Southern California’s finest in female impersonation with the Dreamgirls Christmas Revue starring Chad Michaels. The production always promises remarkable entertainment blending celebrity impersonation, comedy, dance and the pure drama that only the Dremgirls can deliver. The special holiday show and evening of illusions will leave you uplifted and wanting more. The show starts at 8 p.m. and there is a $10 cover. DJ Lauren will be on the turntables spinning into Christmas morning. Urban Mo’s is located at 308 University Ave. 619-491-0400. www.urbanmos.com.
THEATER
Lamb’s Players Festival of Christmas: ‘Angel’s Arms’
Lamb’s Players Festival of Christmas: Angel’s Arms plays through Sunday, Dec. 28, at Lamb’s Players Theatre in Coronado. Shows Tuesday through Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; matinees Saturday at 4 and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 619-437-0600 or visit www.lambsplayers.org.
‘A Christmas Carol’
A Christmas Carol plays through Saturday, Dec. 27, at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Shows Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 6 p.m.; matinees Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 2 and 7 p.m. For tickets, call 858-481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org.
A Christmas Carol will also be playing through Sunday, Dec. 28, at Cygnet Theatre Old Town. Shows Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m. For tickets, call 619-337-1525 or visit www.cygnettheatre.com.
‘Off the Ground’
Off the Ground plays through Sunday, Dec. 21, at New Village Arts Theatre in Carlsbad. Shows Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; matinees Saturday at 3 and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 760-433-3245 or visit www.newvillagearts.org.
‘A Tuna Christmas’
A Tuna Christmas plays through Wednesday, Dec. 28 at Compass Theatre. Shows Wednesday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; matinees Saturday at 4 and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 619-688-9210 or visit www.compasstheatre.com.
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