Sapphic Cinema: The Women’s Resource Center at The Center hosts a film series of works by, for and about lesbian, bisexual, transgender and feminist women on the fourth Friday of every month. This month’s film is All Over Me. All movie nights are free and open to the public. Concessions will be available for sale, with proceeds benefiting the Women’s Resource Center. Marlene’s Movie Mavens meets immediately following the screening; whether you loved the movie, hated it or just want to offer up your ingenious critique, the movie club starts at 9:00 p.m. For movie listings or more information, contact Claudia Lucero at or (619) 692-2077 ext. 206.

Start holiday shopping early: The Harvest Festival, one of the oldest and most prestigious arts and craft shows in the country, comes to the Del Mar Fairgrounds Sept. 24-26. The festival, featuring handmade arts and crafts from over 300 vendors, plus gourmet food and entertainment, runs 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $4.50 to $8.50. Call (800) 321-1213 for more information.

Orwell Rolls in His Grave: In conjunction with Activist San Diego, Korova Coffee Bar is screening Orwell Rolls in His Grave at 7:00 p.m. as part of an election-year film series running through Oct. 8. Korova is located at 4496 Park Blvd. Call (619) 528-8383 for more information.

Special Delivery and Mickey Rooney: A special 84th birthday celebration for Mickey Rooney features his performance in Let’s Put On a Show with his wife, Jan Rooney, at 8:00 p.m. at the Spreckels Theatre. Also appearing will be Julie Sheppard as Judy Garland. For ticket information, contact Special Delivery at (619) 297-7373. Spreckels Theatre is located at 121 Broadway.

Last stand: Claire de Lune hosts North Park’s premiere comedy venue every Saturday at 9:00 p.m., featuring host Christian Shirm and some of the most talented comics in Southern California. A $5 donation is suggested at the door. Claire de Lune is located at 2906 University Ave. Call (619) 688-9845 for more information.

AIDS Walk: Join the 12,000 people expected at 8:00 a.m. in Balboa Park this year for Southern California’s largest one-day fundraiser for HIV/AIDS services. This year is especially important, since state and federal budgets have eliminated over $1 million in funding for local HIV/AIDS service providers. Call (619) 291-WALK for more information.

Adams Avenue Street Fair: Normal Heights’ renaissance is evident in the eclectic, mixed crowd at Southern California’s largest free music festival. Parking is tight; organizers recommend arriving early to find parking or taking bus route 11 to get there. The festival runs Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call (619) 282-7329 for more information.

Underwater volcanoes: The IMAX Theater at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park presents their newest film, Volcanoes of the Deep Sea, an exploration of the volcanic world of the mid-ocean ridge. Tickets are $9.75 to $11.75. Call (619) 238-1233 for showtimes.

Egyptian belly dance: The WorldBeat Center in Balboa Park offers Egyptian belly dance classes with live drumming every Monday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. There is also an Egyptian drumming class from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Admission per class is $12. Call (619) 230-1190 for more information.

Go fish: Play poker and other card games with your dream group of friendly LBT women on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in Room 3 at The Center. Bring a deck, your best poker face and snacks if you get hungry when you play. Every woman, from the novice to the Vegas-seasoned card shark, is welcome. Call (619) 692-2077 ext. 206 for more information.

Cheap eats: Tue$ Nite Out is a collection of Hillcrest restaurants, bars and retailers offering what they have – for less – every Tuesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Participating establishments place a Tue$ Nite Out sign in their window to aid in your quest for all things good and cheap. Hamburger Mary’s, Babette Schwartz and Lalo’s are just a few options to check out.

Dyke March meeting: Every Wednesday, Dyke March 2004 planning meetings take place at 7:30 p.m. in the basement of The Center. Dyke March 2004 is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 23. Email sarahcharron@yahoo.com for more information.

Sue Palmer Supper Club: Don’t miss the Queen of Boogie-Woogie with Deejha Marie and Sharon Shufelt from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Caffe Calabria in North Park. Parking is easy, food, music and atmosphere sublime. Call (619) 291-1759 for details.

San Diego Film Festival: This year’s San Diego Film Festival takes place Sept. 29-Oct. 3 in theaters throughout the Gaslamp Quarter. Tickets are $10 for individual panels and seminars; $60 for day passes; $125 for festival passes; and $250 for VIP festival passes. Call (619) 582-2368 for tickets, a list of screening times and further details.

See Crowns for Ebony Pride: The 7:00 p.m. performance of the gospel musical Crowns, playing at the San Diego Repertory Theater, is a fundraiser for Ebony Pride. The new musical has thrilled audiences across the nation, and is a testament to the power and glory of what a hat can mean in a woman’s life. Proceeds from the $31.50 tickets will go to support Ebony Pride. Call Ken Riley, male co-chair, at rileykj@att.net for information and reservations.