This Weekend in San Diego

Lots of cool stuff going on this weekend. I wish I could split myself into two for some of these. In order to enjoy any of the activities below, you will find it helpful to be living or working in San Diego (as am I) and to have slightly retro sensibilities (as do I). If you are and if you do, you may run into me at any of the following:


TONIGHT! August 21, Thursday

Screen on the Green - Bye, Bye, Birdie FREE!
Oh, how I love this movie. One of Ann-Margaret's very first roles and the is at her dancey, perky best. The San Diego Museum of Art projects films on the East Lawn under the stars. Bring a blanket and a wrap and a picnic for maximum joy.

Cinema Under the Stars - To Kill a Mockingbird
Feel like a classic flick in the open air but musicals not your thing? Check out this amazing film version of one of the best books ever written. You can also catch this on Friday night.

Steve Tyrell at Anthology
This jazz vocalist in the classic style has recently lent his smooth yet gravelly tones to a Burt Bacharach tribute. I think Steve's is the voice that Burt Bacharach would choose to have been born with himself. If you like this kind of thing, its a perfect pairing at a perfect venue. Two performances Friday as well.


Friday, 8/22

Cinema Under the Stars - To Kill a Mockingbird
See above

Steve Tyrell at Anthology
Two performances.

Sondre Lerche at House of Blues
Just TRY listening to this guy without smiling. You can't do it, can you? So cute you'll want to squish him like a bug.


Saturday, 8/23

North Park Historical Society Walking Tour
A walking tour of the bungalow neighborhoods of North Park, specifically what is called the "Dryden District" after early 20th century architect David Owen Dryden.

Cinema Under the Stars - A Hard Day's Night
I don't know about you, But I am prone to occasional bouts of Beatlemania on the weekends. I recommend this to relieve symptoms and to counteract the drearifying effects of your oh-so-serious day job. Also screens Sunday.


Sunday, 8/24

Cinema Under the Stars - A Hard Day's Night
See above.

House of Blues Gospel Brunch
Each and every Sunday, just like Jesus likes it.


ONGOING

Device Gallery - "Fantastic Contraption"
Edgy new gallery in Ja Lolla. Definitely worth checking out. Current Exhibit ends September 2, 2008.

Spring Awakening at the Balboa Theatre
The Tony Award-winning musical runs only through the 31st. Why should you go see it? Ten reasons - eight of which are Tony Awards. The other two? The venue is the historic and beautifully restored Balboa Theatre and they let you sit on stage, if you like. No, really. How cool is that?

Thursday Night Thing at the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art
First Thursday of every month.


COMING SOON:

Fritz Blitz 2008 - "Best of the Blitz"

Steppin' Out With Your Own Big Feet

I have designated Thursdays for listings the heppest (no I did NOT misspell that ) things to do over the upcoming weekend. In order to enjoy any of the activities below, you will find it helpful to be living or working in San Diego (as am I) and to have slightly retro sensibilities (as do I). If you are and if you do, you may run into me at any of the following:


TONIGHT! August 14, Thursday

2nd Annual Toast to Hillcrest
Hillcrest's fledgling History Guild has put together it's second 21-up tasting event. A fun opportunity to sip and sup your way through Hillcrest.

Screen on the Green - The Parent Trap FREE!
The San Diego Museum of Art projects films on the East Lawn under the stars. Bring a blanket and a wrap and a picnic to this one, too. Incidentally, we're talking about the 1961 version, with Hayley Mills. Little Miss Lohan is nowhere to be found, which is just fine by me. . .


Friday, 8/15

Spring Awakening at the Balboa Theatre NEW!
The Tony Award-winning musical opens tomorrow and runs through the 31st. Why should you go see it? Ten reasons, eight of which are Tony Awards. The other two being:

1. The historic Balboa Theatre (beautifully restored and only just recently reopened)
2. They let you sit on stage, if you like. No, really.
   

Saturday, 8/16

Bird Park Summer Concert - "The Hayriders" FREE!
Some of the band selections over the past two years have been dubious, particularly knowing how many REALLY talented bands are underutilized in San Diego. Haven't heard these guys, but for me, even bad rockabilly is a rockin' good time. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and something to nibble on.

Hostelling International Midnight Madness Bike Ride


Sunday, 8/17

The Wizard of OZ at the San Diego Symphony Summer Pops
They'll be screening a special print of the film that only includes dialog and sound effects. The San Diego Symphony will provide the musical soundtrack LIVE. I love it when they do this!

House of Blues Gospel Brunch
Each and every Sundays, just like Jesus likes it.


ONGOING

Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn LAST CHANCE!
The San Diego Reperatory Theatre stages this musical version of the Mark Twain Classic. Closes August 17th.

Thursday Night Thing at the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art
First Thursday of every month.


COMING SOON:

Fritz Blitz 2008 - "Best of the Blitz"