Turiya Mareya and the WorldBeat World Jazz Ensemble: The group performs original jazz based on African, Latin and world rhythms every Friday at the WorldBeat Cultural Center. Tickets are $5 for WorldBeat Center members and $7 for non-members. The show takes place from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. The WorldBeat Center is located 2100 Park Blvd. (619) 230-1190.

My Fair Lady: Based on George Bernard Shaw’s celebrated romantic play Pygmalion, My Fair Lady is still considered to be in a class by itself. Rediscover the magic of the flower girl transformed into a lady. Showtimes are Thursdays to Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 to $29. The Cygnet Theatre is located at 6663 El Cajon Blvd., Suite N. (619) 337-1525.

Club Fashion Whore: Hosted by May*Star, this discotheque and fashion show takes place on the second and fourth Saturday at the San Diego Sports Club from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The event includes go-go boys and girls, costume contests and prizes, and midnight shopping. DJs spin a variety of electroclash, indietronic, shoegaze, indie dance rock, Brit pop, electro punk, synth pop, mod, new wave, ’80s, dark wave and more. $5 cover. The San Diego Sports Club is located at 1217 University Ave. in Hillcrest. (619) 299-7372.

Ethereal: The Sharp Gallery hosts an opening reception for Susan E. Roden’s “Ethereal” collection. The exhibition will feature dramatic paintings of vibrant skyscapes with edgy, mixed-media assemblage that questions the state of life. The free event takes place from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Sharp Gallery, located at 3807 Ray St. in North Park. (619) 546-9546.

Ray at Night: The second Saturday of every month is Ray at Night on Ray Street in North Park, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Multiple galleries stay open late, featuring live music, beverages and refreshments. The free event is located on Ray Street between University Avenue and North Park Way.

Space Age trunk show: Francisco Medavog’s The Space Age clothing collection will be featured at the Magpie Gallery and Boutique. The two-day extravaganza features some of the more affordable, yet amazingly stylish pieces from his collection. Items will include small clutches and coin purses, low-cut and thigh-high boots from the ’60s to ’80s, white garments, dresses, blouses, belts, T-shirts and more. The show runs Saturday, April 8, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight and Sunday, April 9, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. The Magpie Gallery and Boutique is located at 2205 Fern St. (619) 563-5124.

Jazz concert: Celebrate Duke Ellington’s birthday in style at the Handlery Hotel and Resort for the Jazz Association of Greater San Diego’s concert of the month. Music will be performed by the nine-piece band The Mellotones, led by Pete DeLuke. The show starts at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 to $12. The Handlery Hotel and Resort is located at 950 Hotel Circle North. (619) 561-1518.

Monday Madness: Mix and mingle while tasting 10 great wines for a mere $15 at the Wine Encounter. This informal tasting event starts at 7:00 p.m. and will consist of three white and seven red wines. Optional $5 salami and cheese plates or cheese and fruit plates are also available. Reservations are required. The Wine Encounter is located at 690 University Ave. (619) 543-9463.

Jamie Lidell: The British performer, who mixes funk and soul with electronica, will take the stage at the Casbah to promote his recent album Multiply. Lidell constructs tracks live, voicing and layering them on the stage, producing electronic riffs and funky grooves. Jimmy Edgar opens. The show starts at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $12. The Casbah is located at 2501 Kettner Blvd. (619) 232-HELL.

Gentleman’s Martini Night: San Diego’s weekly gathering for gay professionals and friends takes place at a different location each week. There are no membership fees, cover charges or hidden agendas. There is a mandatory dress code: dressy casual or business attire. The event takes place each week from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at some of the best known hotels and resorts in San Diego, Coronado and La Jolla. A surprise location will be revealed approximately three days prior to the event at www.gentlemensmartininight.com.

Palate: Give your 10,000 taste buds a workout. Expand your palate with chocolate flights, Spanish tapas, tequila and more at Magnet. This event takes place the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Magnet at the W Hotel is located at 421 West B St. downtown. (619) 231-8220.

Spring film series: WE and Time Warner present Women on Death Row, a film by executive producer Kathleen Farrell as part of the San Diego Women Film Foundation spring film series on the second Wednesday of every month. A reception with complimentary food and beer will take place from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. The film begins at 6:30 p.m. A discussion with the filmmaker follows. The suggested donation is $10. The film is hosted at the San Diego Library Theater, located at 820 E St. (858) 453-5251.

Live jazz, cheese and wine: Join the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center for live jazz and ever-changing selection of wines, cheeses and cocktails. Wines from Castello Banfi in Montalcino, Italy, will be featured this week. Featured wines are available as a complete flight for $7, by the half-glass for $3.50 to $5 or whole glass for $6 to $10. Cheese boards showcase some of the finest domestic and imported cheeses available. The event takes place from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The San Diego Wine & Culinary Center is located at 200 Harbor Dr., Suite 120. (619) 231-6400.

Solace Live: The group stops by the Kava Lounge at 8:00 p.m. as part of their Sounds of Solace tour. Known for their dark, haunting Middle Eastern fusion music, they will be joined by the fabulous dancers of Blue Damsel and other local favorites. $10 cover. DJs will follow performance. The Kava Lounge is located at 2812 Kettner Blvd. (619) 543-0933.