Women’s kayaking trip: Explore via kayak the beautiful coast and caves of Ensenada with Women Out & About San Diego and Impromptu Adventures on a weekend excursion designed for all skill levels. The cost for the trip, which runs from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22, is $275, which includes lodging, meals, kayak rental and ATV rental. For more information, e-mail michelle@womenoutnaboutsd.com. Trip fare can be purchased online at http://shop.womenoutnaboutsd.com.

Wild Jammin’ Women: For women who love to make music, Oct. 20-22 is Wild Jammin’ Women Camp at Camp deBenneville Pines in Big Bear. This is a rare opportunity for women to sing, play and make music under the leadership of musician Judy Fjell and the High Hills Blue Grass band. The all-inclusive registration fee is $255 and includes numerous workshops. For more information, call (858) 270-7922, e-mail masagoetz@worldnet.att.net or visit www.wildjamminwomen.com.

India.Arie: In San Diego to promote her latest album, Testimony, Vol. 1: Life and Relationship, the songstress of positive vibes will showcase her pleasantly funky songs at Spreckels Theatre, located at 121 Broadway in downtown San Diego, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $49.50 and can be purchased via Ticketmaster, (619) 220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com.

Pulse: The San Diego State University School of Music and Dance presents the Mojalet Dance Collective in Faith Jensen-Ismay’s world premiere Pulse, with music by Rhythm Talk along with Mantis, Distant Nights/Joyful Days and The Requiem. Showtimes are Oct. 20 and Oct. 21 at 8:00 p.m. and Oct. 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the SDSU Studio Theatre, ENS 200, on the campus. Tickets are $14 general, $10 for students and can be purchased by calling the Smith Recital Hall box office at (619) 594-1696. Visit www.mojalet.com for more information.

Bob Dylan: The godfather of music himself, rock ’n’ roll’s poet laureate Bob Dylan takes the stage at Cox Arena at 7:30 p.m. The legend will perform songs from his latest album, Modern Times, as well as old favorites and rarities. The Cox Arena is located at 5500 Canyon Crest Dr. Tickets are $35 to $65 and can be purchased via Ticketmaster, (619) 220-TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com.

5 Minute Man: Sick of meeting men in bars? Family Health Centers of San Diego’s Gay Men’s Health Program conducts this fun and interactive alternative to meeting guys in San Diego. Everyone is talking about it, so why not come check it out? This free event is held at the Joyce Beers Community Center (by Trader Joe’s, in Hillcrest) at 7:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month. Refreshments will be served. For more information, or if you have any questions contact Luis Salazar at (619) 515-2446 ext. 2942.

Coming out in a Jewish high school: J*Pride will present Hineini: Coming Out In a Jewish High School at 7:00 p.m. at The Center, located at 3909 Centre St. in Hillcrest. Hineini (Hebrew for “here I am”) chronicles the story of Shulamit Izen’s fight to establish a gay-straight student club at her Jewish high school in the Boston area and the transformative impact of her campaign on everyone involved. A panel discussion including Izen and the producer and executive director will take place immediately following both film screenings. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased by calling (858) 362-1348 or online at http://jpride.lfjcc.org.

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.

Expresión Libre: Check out some of the hottest poetic talents at Chicano Perk’s Wednesday night literary series. The event is free but donations are accepted. (619) 474-7375. Chicano Perk is located at 616 National City Blvd. in National City.

Women’s Music Celebration: Humphrey’s Backstage Music Club will host female performers Jane Lui, Sean Wiggins, Angel Short and Sarah Green in the “2006 Women’s Music Celebration,” which begins at 8:00 p.m. and will feature giveaways and a raffle to raise money for breast cancer research. Tickets are $10 at the door. Humphrey’s is located at 2241 Shelter Island Dr. Call (619) 224-3577 or e-mail info@angelshort.com for more information.

Winemaking 101: The first in a two-part winemaking class takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Wine Bank, located at 363 Fifth Ave., Suite 100 in downtown San Diego. Sponsored by The Wine Smarties, the first part of Winemaking 101 will educate different winemaking techniques and how to taste them. Admission to part 1 is $40 and includes nibbles and wine. Part 2 will take place on Sunday, Nov. 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Belle Marie Winery, located at 26312 Mesa Rock Rd. in Escondido, at which attendees will apply what they’ve learned in part 1 while taking touring the winery. Admission to part 2 is $43 and includes transportation, wine and the tour. Call (619) 955-8884 or e-mail lindsay@winesmarties.com for more information.

Sue Palmer Supper Club: The Sue Palmer Supper Club, featuring Deejha Marie and Sharon Shufelt, takes place at Martinis Above Fourth every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. See the Queen of Boogie-Woogie on the beautiful grand piano at the ’50s-style supper club, located at 3940 Fourth Ave. Take the elevator up to the second floor. (619) 400-4500.