Lauren DeRose at Twiggs: CityBeat told San Diegans to, “Give this girl a stage.” Don’t miss local rocker Lauren DeRose’s show at Twiggs’ Green Room at 8:30 p.m. DeRose has a slew of new songs to check out, as well as violinist accompaniment, and is playing with Lila Nelson, Casey Connor and Paper Saloon. Admission is $8. Twiggs is located at

4590 Park Blvd. (619) 296-0616.

David Sedaris: Described as “one of the most shameless, acid, vaulting wits on planet Earth,” author David Sedaris, who has penned such recent classics as Naked, Barrel Fever and Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, reads from new and published works at 8:00 p.m. at Spreckels Theatre, located at 121 Broadway. Tickets are $32-$36. (619) 235-9500.

Adams Avenue Roots Festival: Spring is here, and it’s festival time! The Adams Avenue Roots Festival is an annual celebration of music, food, culture and community where attendees can sample food ranging from Mexican to African and check out numerous musical stages showcasing world music, reggae, Cajun/zydeco, rock, bluegrass, folk and everything in between. Festival runs Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. along Adams Avenue. Admission is free. (619) 282-7329.

Belly dancing at Kung Food: San Diego’s healthiest, hippest vegetarian restaurant hosts Afro/Cuban and Middle Eastern dance with live music, vocals and spoken word. Stop in for dinner and soak up the fun – there’s always something going on. Kung Food Express Café is located at 2949 Fifth Ave. (619) 298-7302.

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival: The annual two-day fete of top live band performances comes to the desert town of Indio’s Empire Polo Club this weekend, featuring Coldplay, Nine Inch Nails, Weezer, The Arcade Fire, the Chemical Brothers, Bauhaus, Black Star and New Order. And best of all, parking is free! Tickets are $81 a day or $152 for a two-day pass. (800) 537-6986.

Earth Fair: The annual environmental fair and Earth Day celebration features over 200 exhibitors showcasing cleaner cars, alternative energy sources and new technology, as well as five entertainment venues, health-food vendors and an environmental home exhibit. It takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. along the Prado in Balboa Park, and admission is free. (858) 272-7370.

Pageant: Cygnet Theatre’s hilarious, critically acclaimed tale of six beauty queens competing to be Miss Glamouresse, in which judges from the audience crown a different winner every night, has been extended through May 22. Tickets are $26-$29. Shows Thursday-Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Cygnet is located at 6663 El Cajon Blvd., Suite N. (619) 337-1525.

S.E.E. Club: Confused about Medicare? Having trouble understanding your health plan? The Center offers a discussion group called Seniors Educated and Empowered that meets on the first Monday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Glen Flint and Joan Spiegler will share their health plan knowledge, while educating and empowering participants with respect to their healthcare rights. (619) 692-2077 ext. 206 or clucero@thecentersd.org.

Art classes: Escape from the hectic pace of everyday life and express your creative side in a relaxing and inspirational venue. The San Diego Art Department offers a multitude of classes in many disciplines, including pottery, sculpture, painting, mosaic, jewelry and puppet making. SDAD is located at 3830 Ray St. in North Park. (619) 299-4278.

Hot Wheelers: A car discussion and advice group led by certified mechanic Angela takes place at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at The Center’s Women’s Resource Center. (619) 692-2077 ext. 206 or clucero@thecentersd.org.

Calling all GLBT artists: Held the first Tuesday of every month, R.I.S.E. – Real Individuals Seeking Expression – invites anyone interested to a free artist networking forum at The Abbey Café from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Whether you identify as a GLBT artist or just want to be exposed to those who do, come down to 127 University Ave. (619) 692-0311.

Cunning linguists: Are you down with verbiage? Hip to discourse? Join other LBT women who dig the lit scene at the Cunning Linguists Book Club that meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Women’s Resource Center at The Center. Books are chosen by popular vote by those in attendance. For more information, contact Lindsay Sullivan at (619) 692-2077 ext. 107 or lsullivan@thecentersd.org.

Ballroom dance at The Center: Ever wanted to dance with a partner to the wonderful strains of beautiful waltz, fox trot, tango or rumba? Join Rosemary Ward at The Center for lessons in International Latin and Standard styles at The Ballroom Dance Experience. The class takes place at The Center starting at 6:00 p.m. There will be a $10 fee collected at the door and all proceeds will benefit The Center. No partner is necessary to participate. (619) 692-2077 or dancerw@earthlink.net.

Spoken-word for the ladies: It’s time again for Siren, an open mic for women held at Korova Coffee Bar from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 p.m. The free event is dedicated to inspiring women via the expression of the creative arts, highlighting spoken word, hip-hop, comedy, music and activism. Korova is located at 4496 Park Blvd. Call (619) 260-1917 or email sheslams@bust.com for more information.

Cinco de Mayo: “Cinco in the Gaslamp” kicks off at 5:00 p.m. along Broadway and Harbor Drive, and features folk dancers and dueling mariachis, along with food vendors and special deals from area restaurants. Proceeds benefit Christie’s Place, an HIV/AIDS service provider. Tickets are $15. (619) 233-5008. Additionally, Bazaar del Mundo in Balboa Park is showcasing Mexican artwork and hosting workshops beginning at 10:00 a.m. Admission is free. (619) 296-3161.