Diana Ross: Diana Ross will perform at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay at 8 p.m. Ross is an American singer and actress. During the 1960s, she helped shape the Motown sound as lead singer of The Supremes, before leaving the group for a solo career in 1970. Since the beginning of her career with The Supremes and as a solo artist, Ross has sold more than 100 million records. She won awards at the American Music Awards, garnered twelve Grammy Award nominations and won a Tony Award for her one-woman show, An Evening with Diana Ross in 1977. In 1993, the Guinness Book of World Records declared Diana Ross the most successful female music artist in history with a total of 18 American number-one singles: 12 as lead singer of The Supremes and six as a soloist. Humphreys Concerts by the Bay is located at 2241 Shelter Island Dr. in Point Loma. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.humphreysconcerts.com or call 800-745-3000.

Soldier to citizen: Army veteran Maurice Martin will talk about what it’s like to transition from warrior to working-class citizen at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego at 7:30 p.m. Martin, who currently lives in a homeless shelter, will also discuss his transformation into a community activist. The First Unitarian Universalist Church is located at 4190 Front St. in Hillcrest. For more information, call 858-459-4650.

The Art of Generosity: The San Diego Human Dignity Foundation (SDHDF) will host the Art of Generosity at Anthology at 6 p.m. The event is an annual benefit fundraiser for the SDHDF and will feature live music from Anthology’s finest American cuisine and three floors of cocktail lounges, outdoor patios and more. “Dance, dine and deduct” your way to a brighter GLBT future! All guests will enjoy a complimentary cocktail, the culinary artistry of executive chef Eric Bauer, and world-class live jazz entertainment from the crowd-pleasing Anthology House Band. Founded in 1996, SDHDF is committed to working with you to improve the quality of life in San Diego’s GLBT community by promoting responsible philanthropy to enact positive social change. Anthology is located at 1337 India St. in Downtown. For information call 619-595-0300 or visit www.mylgbtfoundation.org.

Taste of Adams Avenue: The Adams Avenue Business Association will host the 10th annual Taste of Adams Avenue from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy samples of more than 20 of Adams Avenue’s finest eateries as chefs bring out their best dishes or house specialties. Trolleys are provided to help tasters span the 2.5 miles of Adams Avenue, ensuring everyone access to every participating restaurant. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 the day of the event. All tickets must be picked up at the will-call area located on the corner of 34th Street and Adams Avenue. For more information, call 619-282-7329 or visit www.adamsavenuebusiness.com.

Mental Yoga: The Vajrarupini Buddhist Center will host Metal Yoga at 7 p.m. Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning “union.” There are two types: the yoga of physical actions and the yoga of mental actions. The main function of the yoga of physical actions is to keep our body healthy. The yoga of mental actions means training in spiritual paths and functions to make our mind peaceful and happy all the time. Mental Yoga will introduce the power and benefits of the mental form of yoga and show how to integrate mental training into daily life, so yoga can be practiced anywhere, at any time, to improve mental flexibility, health and strength. This class will be taught by Kadampa Buddhist monk, Gen Kelsang Atisha. The program is suitable for everyone and will include teachings and guided meditations. The class is $12. The Vajrarupini Buddhist Center is located at 3344 Fourth Ave. in Hillcrest. For more information, call 619-940-5301 or visit www.meditationinsandiego.org.

Twilight in the Park: Rock ’n’ Roll this summer with rock band “Stars on the Water” as music and dance returns to Balboa Park at 6:15 p.m. Twilight’s live music under the stars has been delighting visitors to the Park for 30 years, and programs range from military bands and Dixieland jazz to big band swing and Latin salsa. All the San Diego-based performance groups showcase their talents to the community free of charge. Shows take place on the stage of the majestic Spreckels Organ Pavilion. For more information, visit www.balboapark.org.

Mission Nights: The Mission Hills Improvement District is hosting Mission Nights in Mission Hills from 6-8 p.m. Participating business will have a variety of offerings, including food samples, coupons, special pricing, live music and demonstrations. Walk the marketplace in this street-fare type atmosphere and enjoy local specials as you mix and mingle. Mission Nights is simply a great way to make new friends, enjoy the weather and support local businesses. The entire community is invited to come out and take advantage of what is in our own backyards! Mission Nights will take place within the blocks bounded by University Avenue and Fort Stockton, Eagle and Hawk streets in Mission Hills. For more information, call 619-744-4024, ext. 33.

RuPaul book signing at Obelisk: World famous drag queen RuPaul will visit Obelisk Shoppe (aka Obelisk Bookstore) to sign copies of her new book – Workin’ It! RuPaul’s Guide to Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Style – at 7 p.m. RuPaul skyrocketed to international fame with the CD release “Supermodel of the World,” which she followed with roles in several feature films, “The RuPaul Show” on VH1, many high-profile endorsement deals, a best-selling autobiography and LOGO’s “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” The book signing is a line ticketed event. Tickets are provided free with the purchase of a book. RuPaul will only sign books purchased at Obelisk Shoppe during this event. Obelisk Shoppe is located at 1029 University Ave. in Hillcrest. For more information call 619-297-4171.

Donna Summer: Singer/songwriter and pop culture icon Donna Summer will perform at the Del Mar Fairgrounds at 7:30 p.m. Summer, who rocketed to international superstardom in the mid 1970s when her groundbreaking merger of R&B, soul, pop, funk, rock, disco and avant-garde electronica catapulted underground dance music to the pinnacles of sales and radio charts around the world, has been working hard on Crayons, her new collection of songs. A five-time Grammy winner, Donna Summer won Grammys for her hits “Hot Stuff” and “Carry On.” Other huge hits include “Last Dance,” “Bad Girls” and “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough).” The Del Mar Fairgrounds are located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. in Del Mar. For more information call 858-755-1161 or visit www.sdfair.com.