NOVEMBER 2017 • 50 FREE EVENTS

BY DATE Wednesdays, Nov. 1-Dec. 20, 10-11:30am. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $142.50, $152.50 Musical Spanish Preschool Class. Ages 2½-5 years. Musical Spanish is a fun, dynamic class that includes singing, dancing, books, and games. The instructor is a native speaker who holds an Early Childhood Education certificate. Parent participation is required. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Wednesday, November 1, 12:00-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Wednesdays@Noon: Virginia Sublett, soprano, Gabriel Arregui, piano. Virginia has appeared as principal artist with opera companies throughout the United States and France, including New York City Opera, Los Angeles Opera, and San Diego Opera. Gabriel has appeared for 22 seasons as soloist and in chamber ensembles with the Baroque Music Festival of Corona del Mar. They will perform works by Copland, Poulenc, Ives and Guastavino. (Cultural Arts Division) Info: www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon 760-633-2746.

Wed. & Sun. Nov. 1-29. Call for times. Encinitas Comm. Center, 1140 Oak Crest Park Drive. $27.50, $37.50 Karate. Ages 8 years and older. Designed to teach the art, discipline, and traditions of classic Japanese Karate. Students will learn fundamentals for the purpose of developing character, respect, conditioning, and self-protection. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260.

Every Wednesday, 3-4pm. EOS Fitness, 780 Garden View Court. Free to cancer patients and survivors Zumba: Gentle Dance Fitness Class for Cancer Recovery. Research shows that movement to music provides a wide range of benefits: it reduces physical and mental fatigue, increases blood flow, aids lymphatic system and boosts immunity. RSVP: www.NorthCountyCancerFitness.org Info: [email protected] 858-735-5708.

Every Wednesday, 6:30-7:30pm. Tower 13, 2633 S. Coast Hwy 101. $5 Country Western Dance Lessons. Wednesdays is Western night. Christy Johnson teaches the 2 Step, Cowboy Cha Cha, Cowboy Waltz and 10 Step. After the class, dance to live Country music. Info: 760-580-0116 www.romanticwest.com

Wednesday, November 1, 7pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave. Free First Wednesday Concert Series: Whitney Shay Duo. A performer of jazz, blues and swingin’ tunes, Whitney was nominated by the San Diego Music Awards for “Best Blues,” and “Best Live Performer.” With guitarist Robin Henkel. (Friends of the Cardiff Library) Info: www.friendscardifflibrary.org, or call 760-635-1000.

Mondays & Thursdays, Nov. 2-Dec. 18, call for times. Encinitas Comm. Center, 1140 Oak Crest Park Drive. $62.50, $92.50 Ballet, Levels 1, 2 and Mixed. Ages 13 years through adults. Improve balance, flexibility, alignment and coordination in a relaxed atmosphere. Curriculum depends on level for beginners and intermediate dancers. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260.

Thursdays, Nov 2-Dec 14, 6:30-7:30pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $67.50-77.50 Pilates. For ages 14+. Pilates exercises focus on conditioning the whole body, strengthening your core and spinal muscles. Build a body that is strong, supple and toned, while improving posture, flexibility and reducing stress. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Friday, November 3, 1-3pm. San Elijo Campus, MiraCosta College, 3333 Manchester Ave., room 201. Free LIFE Lecture: Economic Justice. Dr. Ulrich Duchrow, professor of systematic theology at the University of Heidelberg, will discuss how the increasing divide between the “haves” and the “have nots” in many industrialized nations is tied to direct, structural and cultural violence created by imperial capitalism. Info: [email protected]

Friday, November 3, 10, 17 and 24. 7-8:30pm. Dance North County, Suite 100, 533 Encinitas Blvd. $13-$15 West African Dance. Each week, guest instructors from Los Angeles to San Diego offer their expert talent and technique in teaching dance, which is accessible to all, from newcomers to advanced. Be prepared for a high energy class accompanied by live percussionists. Info: http://bit.ly/2o6nEwr 760-402-7229.

Friday, November 3, 8-10pm. Performing Arts Workshop, 1465 Encinitas Blvd. Suite A102. Sugg. donation $10 First Fridays. Supporting local artists with visual art, music, and dance. Bruce R. Stanley Photography presents a movement collaboration. Enjoy his beautiful photographs, capturing the effort, joy, and uniqueness of the dancers while they perform next to their photos. Food/drinks available. Info www.dancepaw.com 760-753-2671

Friday & Saturday, Nov 3 and 4, 7pm. Park Dale Lane School, 2050 Park Dale Lane. Donation: $4 The Park Dale Players Presents Mickey Malone and the Medallion of Maldu! Don't miss this musical fantasy where Mickey and his band battle the mighty Zoron and his evil minions for control of the magical Medallion of Maldu! Info: 760-672-3581, www.theparkdaleplayers.com.

Saturday, November 4, 8am-sunset. Encinitas Community Park Skate Plaza, 425 Santa Fe Drive, Free Exposure Skate 2017. A benefit event focused on bringing visibility and opportunity to women whom embody strength and courage. Over 170 female skaters will come from around the world to Encinitas to share in this amazing event. Event proceeds benefit survivors of domestic violence. Info: http://bit.ly/2z6mclh

Saturday, Nov. 4, 9am-12pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. $30, $36 Living Wall/Vertical Garden. Learn the basics of planting a 10” x 12” wall of succulent varieties. Create striking patterns and unique designs with a multitude of colors/textures/sizes of succulents. Plus $80 materials fee. For ages 18+. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm

Saturday, Nov. 4, 9:30am-2pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $72.75, $82.75 Child and Babysitter Safety Training. For ages 11-16. This fun hands-on class includes topics such as, babysitter's responsibilities, safety, infant care and first aid. Participants practice on dolls for infant skills—bottle feeding and diapering, and use manikins for practicing infant and child CPR. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Saturday, November 4, 10am-4pm. Encinitas Library Book Store, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Half Price Book Sale. Thousands of books, mostly priced from 25 cents to $1. CDs, 25 cents. DVDs, mostly $1. Members of EFL get to shop early, from 9-10am. (Encinitas Friends of the Library) Info: http://www.encinitaslibfriends.org/

Saturday, Nov. 4, 11am-4pm. San Dieguito High School Academy parking lot. 800 Santa Fe Drive. Free Music and Makers to benefit Urban Surf 4 Kids. Join us for a fun day of music and makers, gathered together to benefit Urban Surf 4 Kids. Enjoy local handmade goods such as art, furniture, candles, clothing, bodycare, home decor, and more! Bring the kids for bubbles, craft activities and music. Info: www.gatherhandmademarket.com

Sat. Nov. 4, 11am; and Tues. Nov. 14 and 28, 4pm. Scripps Hospital, Brain Injury Treatment Room, 354 Santa Fe Dr. Free Healing Arts Class. For those recovering from brain injuries and/or neurological challenges. Enjoy self-expression through art, increase skills, improve eye/hand coordination and enjoy the warmth and support of facilitator, Denise McMurtrie. Supplies provided. (Synergy Art Foundation) Register: [email protected], 760-633-6709.

Saturday, November 4, 11am-2pm. The Grauer School, 1500 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas. Free Open House at The Grauer School. For prospective families to visit their Encinitas campus and experience the difference of a Grauer education. Interested families are encouraged to take a tour, meet with Grauer faculty, students, and current families. RSVP: www.grauerschool.com/admissions, 760-274-2115.

Every Saturday and Sunday, 12-4pm. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. Free Families Make History: Gratitude Wreaths! In November, we celebrate the blessings and abundance in our lives. Using willow, paper, felt, beads, feathers, pine cones, and, of course, your imagination, you will create beautiful wreaths with leaves and words that represent the people, places, and things in your life for which you are grateful. Info: http://bit.ly/28ZV8GX 760-632-9711.

November 4, 11 and 25, 2pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave. Free Fall Surf Movies. On select Saturdays this summer, the staff at the Cardiff Library will bring out feature films from their surf collection to screen on the library's big screen. For movie titles, please check with library staff. Info: http://bit.ly/1Et1vOV 760-753-4027

Saturday, November 4, 2-4 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr. $40, $48, $10 materials fee Zentangle Wishes and Dreams. Certified Zentangle Teacher Janet Masey invites you to make your dreams come true by creating a wishes & dreams jar using the Zentangle art method. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm

Saturday, November 4, 2:30-5pm. 535 Encinitas Blvd., Ste. 101, $20 per session, scholarships available Performing Arts for Teens and Adults with Autism. Improvisational theatre, choreographed dance, and group singing workshops in an inclusive environment that teach social/communication skills and provide community to people with autism. Register: [email protected], 760-815-8512, www.pacthouse.org.

Saturday, November 4, 6-11pm. Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. $100 San Dieguito Academy Foundation’s 21st Annual Dinner, Dance and Auction. Help support SDA students! Take your taste buds on a yummy journey of 20+ culinary creations and "sip stops" from local vendors. Fabulous silent and live auction items, entertainment from SDA students, and live music from Toga Party. Info: www.sdafoundation.com

Sunday, November 5, 10am-7pm. Coastal Roots Farm, 800 Ecke Ranch Road. $75-$140 Culinary Cookbook Festival. Join celebrated cookbook authors for a day of learning and tasting, author talks, custom- created bites, hands-on classes, cooking demos, and lunch. This event is put on by the San Diego Jewish Book Fest. RSVP: http://bit.ly/2z0i9om

Sunday, November 5, 11am-3:30pm. Moonlight State Beach 400 B Street. $43-155 Surfing Madonna 1K/5K/10k/15K Beach Run. Join thousands for the largest beach run in the country and help us set a Guinness World Record! In the heart of Encinitas, on the sand of the world-famous Moonlight Beach, people from all over come to participate in this charity event to "Save The Ocean." Race features prize money, live music, food vendors and more! Register: www.surfingmadonnarun.org 760-846-5721.

Sunday, November 5, 11:30am-1:30pm. San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Ave. Free Yummy Acorns: Family Fun Day. Explore how the Kumeyaay, who lived along these shores, worked with natural resources. Families can learn about native plants, like acorns, by making arts/crafts and touring the trail. Info: www.sanelijo.org/familyfun 760-436-3944.

Sunday, November 5, 2pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free First Sunday Music Series: The Kevin Cooper Project. He won a Grammy for “Best Traditional Blues Album” with Ike Turner and The Kings of Rhythm. Performing with Kevin will be Tonga Ross-Mau’, keyboards, Ricky Giordano, guitar and Tim Newton, drums. (Encinitas Friends of the Library) Info: http://encinitaslibfriends.org/events/ 760-753-7376.

Sunday, November 5, 2-3pm. Encinitas Nursing Home, 900 Santa Fe Drive. Free PACT Annual Showcase. join the PACT community at an for our annual showcase - sing a longs, bring your individual or small group talent to share. Contact PACT for more info. 760-815-8512, www.pacthouse.org

Every Sunday, 2-4pm, Tuesday, 8-10am and Wednesday, 8-11am. Coastal Roots Farm, 800 Ecke Ranch Road. Free Coastal Roots Farm Volunteer Days. Three times a week, rise and shine like a farmer and help with planting, or harvesting the crop for donation to a local Encinitas food pantry. Enter at the Ecke Road entrance. RSVP: www.coastalrootsfarm.org

Sunday, November 5, 12, 19 and 26, 3-6pm. Perf. Arts Workshop, 1465 Encinitas Blvd, Suite A102. $60 (4 classes) Bollywood Dancing. A fusion of Indian and Western dance styles. The session will also provide a cardio workout. All levels are welcome. 3-4pm, adult Bollywood dancercise; 4-5pm, Junior Kids Bollywood dance, and 5-6pm, Senior Kids Bollywood dance. Payal Nanavati, Instructor. Info: 215-327-8691 www.sdbollywoodsteps.com

Mon. & Thurs. 9:30- 10:30am, Wed. 12- 1pm, thru Dec. 16. Cal. Institute for Human Science, 701 Garden View. $10, $80 Tai Chi Ch’uan with Richard Hsu. The ancient art form that originates from China, that is best described as "meditation in motion." It rejuvenates the body's internal energy, achieving better blood circulation and reducing mental stress. Daily practitioners of Tai Chi observe many positive benefits. Info: 760-634-1771 [email protected]

Monday, November 6, 9:30am-12pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. Free Car Seat Checks. A certified AMR child passenger safety technician conducts car seat checks on the 1st Monday of each month in the parking lot. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Monday, November 6, 11am-12pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. Free Little Hands Make it and Take it. After Hullabaloo performs, join us for monthly for a free, fun, family activity where you can create wonderful art work while making new friends and discovering more opportunities to participate with Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Every Monday through Friday, 11am-12:30pm. Encinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. $4, $6 Parks & Recreation Café. The Encinitas Senior Center provides nutritious lunches in partnership with Kitchens for Good, a nonprofit organization that serves delicious farm to table meals. Suggested donation for Seniors age 60+: $4, age 59 and under: $6. Reservations are required before 8am. Info: 760-943-2258.

Monday, November 6, 7-9pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. $15; $20 at the door Piano Concert. An inspiring evening of original new age piano and the stories behind the music, with award-winning composers Philip Wesley (Nashville), and Doug Hammer (Boston) on a special west coast tour. They will be joined by Christine Brown, a local Kawai piano artist and gifted composer. Info: http://bit.ly/2iN3tVy

Tues. and Thurs. Nov. 7-Jan. 25, 8:30am-1:30pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr, 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $572.50, $582.50 Parent Participation Preschool. Ages 3 to 5 years. This parent participation preschool program provides developmentally appropriate, hands-on activities to help your child experience the world with wonder and “set the stage” for life-long learning. Financial Assistance available. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 9am–12pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. $60, $72. Including materials Miniature Live Holiday Succulent Tree. Design a delightful miniature succulent tree and decorate it with berries for your dining room, entry table or as a wonderful holiday gift! Taught by the garden’s Wreath Team. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm

Tuesday, November 7, 2-4pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. $25 Draw and Paint Workshop. Learn landscape composition, depth, and perspective with exotic fruit orchards, lily ponds and waterfalls. Learn about “Costa Rica Creativity.” Bring any media. Advance Register: [email protected] 760- 944-8991 www.LindaLuisi.com/costa-rica

Tuesdays, Nov. 7-28. 4pm-5pm/5:15pm-6:15pm. Encinitas Comm. Ctr., 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $25-$42 Family/Adult Hula, Tahitian, and Maori Dance. Ages 2+ years. Polynesian dancing from different islands using Poi balls, Hawaiian implements, Tahitian iis. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260.

Every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm. Univ Studio Encinitas, 1057 S. Coast Hwy. 101. Free Open Mic Nights. An open mic for all ages. Hosted by local singer/songwriter Kennady Tracy, each slot is 10 minutes or the duration of 2 songs. Food/drinks available. Sign-ups start at 5:45pm. Info: www.thestudioencinitas.com

Wednesday, November 8, 12-12:45pm. Encinitas Library. 540 Cornish Drive. Free Wednesdays@Noon: Vania Pimentel, piano. Dr. Pimentel was born and raised in Brazil and earned a Master’s degree in Performance Pedagogy, and a DMA in Piano Performance at the University of Houston. Her program, Four Centuries of Toccatas, will feature works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Robert Schumann, Claude Debussy, Sergei Prokofiev, Roy Harris, Aaron Alter, and Amaral Vieira. Aaron Alter’s Toccata Variations on a Theme by Charlie Parker, is dedicated to Ms. Pimentel. (Cultural Arts Division) Info: www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon 760-633-2746.

Wed.-Sat., Nov. 8, 4pm, Nov. 9, 10 and 11, 7pm. Liggett Theater, San Dieguito Academy, 800 Santa Fe Drive. $15, $8 Play: Calvin Berger. Loosely based on Edmond Rostand’s “Cyrano de Bergerac,” Calvin Berger is a comedic modern day musical about four students struggling through the beginning of their senior year and navigate the struggles of high school romance. (SDA Theatre Department) Tickets: www.seatyourself.biz/SanDieguito

Saturday, November 11, 9am-3pm. Olivenhain Town Meeting Hall, 423 Rancho Santa Fe Road. Free Olivenhain Arts & Crafts Fair. The perfect opportunity for to buy holiday gifts. More than 90 artists and crafters will be showcasing jewelry, scarves, gifts for teachers, baby items and more. Info: www.olivenhain.org

Saturday, November 11, 7-10pm. A private location in Carlsbad. $50 Paint the Night: Performing Arts Workshop Silent Auction. Join PAW for a silent auction event and a lovely night of wine, food and entertainment from San Diego artists, plus a chance to win amazing prices. Tickets: https://paw- paintthenight.bpt.me/

November 12, 10am-12pm. Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Road. Free Family Day on the Farm. Come and join the farm-ily! Every second Sunday of the month enjoy a family-friendly morning of activities that can include: seeding, transplanting, composting, harvesting and more. Make sure to wear layers and bring sun hats, sunscreen and water. Please RSVP. Info: https://coastalrootsfarm.org/events/ 760-452-8149

November 12, 11:30am-1pm. Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Road. Suggested donation $10 Coastal Roots Farm Tour. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our production methods and the innovative technology we use as you enjoy a gentle walk through the ever evolving, beautiful and diverse vegetable, herb and flower gardens. Info: https://coastalrootsfarm.org/events/ 760-452-8149

Sunday, November 12, 1-4pm. Encinitas Library Gallery, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Opening Reception, Barbara Mastro, Natural Abstractions/ Shapes of the World. The exhibition features abstracts that are comprised of color and shapes, basic to design, and vibrant landscapes. Meet the artist and enjoy refreshments. Info: [email protected]

Monday, November 13, 6-8pm. Civic Center Gallery, City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Free Opening Reception: Douglas Crozier, Paradise. The renderings of photorealistic scenes are from architectural icons, and local beach scenes, many of which are in Encinitas. Meet the artist and enjoy refreshments. Info: http://bit.ly/2jLQz8k

Monday, November 13, 7pm. Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester Avenue. Free Celebrate San Diego! The History and Heritage of San Diego’s Jewish Community. This lecture uses the San Diego History Center’s current exhibition as a springboard to present a historical narrative of San Diego Jewish life that considers the interplay between region and identity. Register: (858) 362-1348 or www.sdcjc.org/boxoffice

Tues., Wed., Nov. 14-Dec. 19, 6:30-7:30pm. Encinitas Comm. Center, 1140 Oak Crest Park Dr. $122.50, $132.50 French (I and II) Language Arts. Bonjour! Learn to speak French in a relaxed, non-judgmental setting. In this class, we'll have some fun while listening, repeating and communicating through oral and written exercises, some grammar, and conversation. Text required for purchase. Info: www.EncinitasParksandRec.com 760-943-2260

Tuesday, November 14 and 28, 5-6pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free Introduction to Painting with Sandra Dodd. Emerging artists will learn how to paint in this fun and supportive ongoing class. Materials provided. Explore your creative side every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. (Friends of the Cardiff Library) Info: http://bit.ly/1Et1vOV 760-753-4027

Wednesday, November 15, 9-10:15am. The Grauer School, 1500 S. El Camino Real. Free Discover Grauer Day. An opportunity for families to visit the Grauer School while school is in session. Through small group tours of the campus and classrooms, families can experience a “day in the life” of a Grauer student. Advance registration is recommended. Info: www.grauerschool.com/admissions, 760-274-2115.

Wednesday, November 15, 12-12:45pm. Encinitas Library. 540 Cornish Drive. Free Wednesdays@Noon: Altius String Quartet. Hailed as "rich" and "captivating," the quartet is quickly garnering an international reputation. Altius was the silver medalist at the 2014 Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition and won 1st Prize at the 2014 Coltman Chamber Music Competition. They will perform the String Quartet No. 7 by Dmitri Shostakovich and the String Quartet No. 6 in F minor by Felix Mendelssohn. www.altiusquartet.com (Cultural Arts Division) Info: www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon 760-633-2746.

Wednesday, November 15, 3-4:30pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Keeping Your Wits: Why Brain Function Declines and Ten Ways to Prevent It by Philip J Goscienski. Come to this informative lecture and find out how you can keep your brain working well for the rest of your life. Info: http://bit.ly/1EqwxGF 760-753-7376.

Wednesday, November 15, 3:30pm (3rd Wednesdays). Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Solar System Explorers Club: Blast Off! Learn how a rocket works to launch a spacecraft. Led by Susan (“Dr. Sooz”) Kurtik, each month’s adventure includes a presentation with exciting videos and images of space followed by fun hands-on activities. Info: http://bit.ly/1EqwxGF 760-753-7376.

Thursday, Nob. 16, 10-11:30am. (Every 3rd Thursday) Chabad of Encinitas, 2059 Village Park Way. Free Mommy and Me. Bake Challah, music and movement and fine motor skill activities, and hang out with other moms and tots. Geared for up to 3 years old. Info: www.JewishEncinitas.com 786-543-8772.

Friday, November 17, 1-3pm. San Elijo Campus, MiraCosta College, 3333 Manchester Ave., room 204. Free LIFE Lecture: Climate Change: Are We Ready? Rear Admiral Len Hering (U.S. Navy, retired), a prominent military and civilian sustainability leader, will talk about the danger of neglecting our responsibility to ensure our nation’s energy independence and to preserve our air, water and other resources. Info: [email protected]

Friday, November 17, 2-4pm. Encinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. $5 Giving Thanks Senior Social Dance. Join us for aThanksgiving celebration complete with live entertainment, food, opportunity drawing that is sure to guarantee a good time. For ages 50+. (Encinitas Senior Center Info: 760-943-2258

Friday, November 17, 7:30pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish. $14, or at the door Music By The Sea: Annelle Gregory, violin, Benjamin Lash, cello. Annelle won First Prize at the 2017 National Sphinx Competition and is a Laureate of the Stradivarius International Violin Competition. Benjamin has performed at the Dame Myra Hess Concert Series in Chicago, has appeared on NPR's From the Top and is pursuing a Master’s degree at USC. They will perform Korngold’s Violin Concerto, Beethoven’s Cello Sonata, Handel’s Passacaglia for Violin and Cello, and works by Chopin, Ysaye and Tassone. www.annelleviolin.com, www.benjaminlash.net. For tickets, visit: www.encinitas.tix.com

Saturday, November 18, 9am-12pm. San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve (see online map). Free Volunteer to Install Native Plants at San Elijo Lagoon. Fall planting season is in full dirt! Volunteers are encouraged to help improve healthy habitats at the Santa Carina trail by installing new seedlings raised in the native San Elijo Nursery. Refreshments & outdoor fun included. Info: www.sanelijo.org/lagoonplatoon 760-436-3944.

Saturday, November 18, 9-11am. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. $45, $55 Take A Walk In the Herb Garden. Walk thru the garden and learn about the medicinal, aromatic, and culinary property of herbs. We’ll create herbal products for the body, mind and the senses in this class and learn the cultural requirements necessary to create a successful backyard or container garden. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm

Saturday, November 18, 9:30am-3pm. Karl Strauss Brewing, 9675 Scranton Road, San Diego. Free Carmel Valley Artists Annual Winter Show & Sale. Members of the San Dieguito Art Guild present one-of-a-kind, original artwork for sale. Perfect for unusual holiday gifts in a stunning, beautiful venue. Info: SanDieguitoArtGuild.com 760-942-3636.

Saturdays, Nov.18-Dec. 16, 11am-12pm. Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. $62.50, $72.50 Aging Gracefully with the Feldenkrais® Method. Adults. Improve health. vitality and fitness at any age. By integrating the body and mind to achieve greater coordination, agility, balance, and performance, you can improve nearly every aspect of your life from daily to high-performance activities. www.EncinitasParksandRec.com

Saturday, November 18, 1-3pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Lecture: Touring the Louvre and the Prado Master Art Museums. This lecture explores the world-renowned Musée du Louvre in Paris and Museo del Prado in Madrid. Artist Amanda Schaffer discusses and compares the history, architecture, and collection highlights of both museums. Info: http://bit.ly/1EqwxGF 760-753-7376.

Saturday, November 18 6-8pm. Chabad of Encinitas, 2059 Village Park Way. Free Ckids Havdallah Glow Party. A light up family game night and rocket balloon light show. Create your own “Guess Who game” with fun, snapchat-inspired filters starring you and your friends. Join in for some delicious artisanal popcorn making and play today’s most popular games with a Jewish twist. Geared for ages 4-12 But siblings and babies are welcome. Rsvp required: [email protected] www.jewishencinitas.com

Sunday, November 19, 9am-5pm. Downtown Encinitas, between D and J Streets, S. Coast Hwy. 101. Free Holiday Street Fair. With 450+ booths to visit, plus dozens of unique downtown Encinitas retailers, ideal for holiday shopping. Enjoy live music on the Beer Garden Stage and Lumberyard Courtyard Stage, plus dance, music and other entertainment on the Community Stage. All kinds of animals are welcome. Info: www.encinitas101.com 760-633-2746

Wednesday, November 22, 11am-12pm. Encinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. $4, $6 Encinitas Parks and Rec Café Thanksgiving Celebration. Join us for our Thanksgiving lunch celebration. Choose between the main meal or the soup/salad option. The main meal is roast turkey, mashed sweet potatoes, gravy, dressing, green beans, and cranberry sauce. reservation is required before 8am on the 22nd: 760-943-2258. Info: 760-943-2258.

Wednesday, November 22, 12-12:45pm. Encinitas Library. 540 Cornish Drive. Free Wednesdays@Noon: Jane Masur, flute, Naomi Alter, harp. Jane has a Master’s degree in flute performance San Diego State University and is principal flute of the Poway Symphony. Naomi is a graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and has performed for the Baton Rouge, La Jolla, Palomar and Grossmont Symphonies. They will perform music by Debussy, Faure, Ravel, Offenbach, Mozart, and the sparkling Handel Harp Concerto with added flute. www.harpsandiego.com (Cultural Arts Division) Info: www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon 760-633-2746.

Wednesday, November 22, 6pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave. Free Dinner and a Movie: Cincinnati Kid. In one of his most exciting roles, Steve McQueen stars as a crackerjack New Orleans stud poker player. Bring your own dinner or snacks. Info: 760-753-4027 or http://www.sdcl.org/locations_CD.html

Thursday, November 23, 7am. Downtown Encinitas, 505 S. Coast Hwy. 101. $46, $56 Encinitas Turkey Trot 5K and 10K. Start your Thanksgiving holiday with friends, family and thousands of costumed participants at the 4th annual 5K/10K. It starts and finishes under the World Famous “Encinitas” sign on Coast Hwy. 101. Our event supports the North County chapter of the San Diego Food Bank. Info and registration: http://encinitasturkeytrot.org/

Saturday, November 25, 9am. Leucadia's Corridor of N. Coast Hwy 101. Free Shop Leucadia: Small Business Saturday. Live music, free festivities and holiday shopping discounts all make Leucadia's celebration of small business the place to be! The day kicks off with a community-wide N. Coast Hwy 101 clean up followed by a scavenger hunt for $100 gift cards hidden in participating businesses. The first shoppers to make a qualifying purchase will receive a free 'Leucadia' print. Info: www.Leucadia101.com 760 436-2302

Wednesday, November 29, 12-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free Wednesdays@Noon: Gorden Cheng, piano. The award-winning pianist has been actively competing in amateur piano competitions for the past five years. He received top prizes at the International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs in Paris, France and Colorado Springs. In 2015 he was a semifinalist in the International Cliburn Amateur piano competition. He will perform Kreisleriana, Op. 16 by Schumann and the Sonata Op. 2 No. 3 in C Major by Beethoven. (Cultural Arts Division) Info: www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon 760-633-2746.

Thursday, November 30, 4-6pm. Chabad of Encinitas, 2059 Village Park Way. Donations suggested. Bubbe's Challah Baking Class. Learn how to bake fresh Challah just like Bubbe's together with Chaya our Challah Lady. Learn the significance behind each ingredient, and how to braid the dough 4 different ways. RSVP required. Info: www.JewishEncinitas.com 760-586-6192.

VISUAL ART Thru November 4. Shelley Reed. Oil Painting. Lux starts its Season 11 with Reed's amazing work. During her Residency at Lux Reed will create a large oil painting on a paper grid, allowing the viewer to step into the creation of her black and white world. Lux Art Institute, 1550 S. El Camino Real. www.luxartinstitute.org 760-436-6611

Thru Nov. 30. Douglas Crozier, Paradise. Acrylic Painting. The renderings of photorealistic scenes are from architectural icons, and local beach scenes. RECEPTION: Nov. 13, 6-8pm. Civic Center Gallery, City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. 760- 633-2600. http://bit.ly/2jLQz8k

Thru Dec. 5. Barbara Mastro, Natural Abstractions/ Shapes of the World. Acrylic Painting. The abstracts are comprised of color and shapes, basic to design, and allow each person their own visual interpretation .The artwork responds to our dynamic environment, and the elements of nature. RECEPTION: November 12, 11-4pm. Encinitas Library Gallery, 540 Cornish Drive. 760-753-7376. [email protected]

Thru Dec. 5. Sandy Levin, Geometry In Glass. Glass. The patterns reflecting off the transparency of the glass, are expressed in lines, circles, squares, and curves, to combine beautiful flowing forms, enhancing the three-dimensional aspect. Encinitas Library Gallery, 540 Cornish Drive. 760-753-7376. www.peacefulheartglass.com

Thru Dec. 11. Julia C.R. Gray, Dialogues Body and Sea. Glass Sculpture. This new body of work explores the culmination of seaweed photography and oil painting practice. The sculptures display the chaos and memories of contemporary life. Civic Center Gallery, City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. 760-633-2600. http://www.juliacrgray.com

Thru Dec. 13. Fiona Bechtler-Levin, Outside The Inside. Watercolor, Mixed Medium Paintings. The artwork is a starting point of playful manners and moods, inspired by the beauty of nature and the combination of light, color, space and texture. Invitation only. Encinitas Community Center Gallery, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. 760-943-2260. www.fionabechtlerlevin.com

Thru Dec. 13. Susan J. Osborn, Wings and Whimsy . Assemblage. Found objects are assembled, and pay tribute to angels, birds and altars that represent the mystery of fairytales and myth. Encinitas Community Center Gallery, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive 760-943-2260. http://osbornart.com

Thru Dec. 13. Chris Reilly, Waxing Poet. Encaustic on Mixed Media. The exhibition represents the technique of the ancient art of encaustic; molten pigment beeswax, which is inspired by flora and fauna. Encinitas Community Center Gallery, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. 760-943-2260. http://www.etrafineart.com/chris-reilly

Thru April, 2018. Sculpture in the Garden VIII. This unique exhibition showcases 50 sculptures from 32 talented artists set against the beautiful backdrop of San Diego Botanic Garden. All sculptures are for sale. Naomi Nussbaum, Curator. 9am-5pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership. Sculpture Map: http://bit.ly/2s7zPtW Info: http://bit.ly/1Pja7r5 760-436-3036.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES Daily. La Paloma Theatre. Movie info 760-436-7469, www.LaPalomaTheatre.com. 471 S. Coast Hwy 101. $10, $9 Monday, 8-10am. Pickleball Open Play. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 8:30-9:30am. Qi Gong. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 9-11am. Computer Tutoring. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 9-10am. Line Dancing: Beginning Lev. 1. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 9-11am. Watercolor & More. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 10-11am. Gentle Yoga. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 1oam-1pm. Intermediate Watercolor Class, $30, Jayne Spencer. 619-889-1478, www.jaynespencer.com Monday, 10:30-11:30am. Exercise with Carl. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 10:30-11:30am. Health Barre. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 11:15-1:15pm. Beginner’s Yoga. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 12:45-1:45pm. Yoga for Seniors. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr., www.SilverAgeYoga.org Monday, 1-2pm. Pilates. Encinitas Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Monday, 2:30-3:30pm. Bereavement Support Group. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive 1st Monday, 8am. Beach Clean Up. Cardiff Reef Parking Lot. www.robmachadofoundation.org 1st Monday, 8-9am. Bird Watching. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, www.SDBGarden.org Mon. & Wed., 2-3pm. Chair Yoga w/ Emmy Garnica. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle, 760-753-4027 Tuesday, 8:30-9:30am. Yoga for You. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Tuesday, 9-10am. Fun Sway. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 10am-12pm. Sittin’ & Knittin’. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Tuesday, 10-11am. Yoga for Peace and Vitality. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Tuesday, 10:30-11:30am. Zumba Gold. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Tues., 11am-12pm. Dance Class, 3-4 yrs. Perf. Arts Wksp, 681 Enc. Blvd. Ste 309, http://www.dancepaw.com Tuesday, 1-2pm. Yoga for Seniors (chair only). Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish, www.SilverAgeYoga.org Tuesday, 1:30-3pm. Current Events. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Tuesday, 2pm. Zumba Dance and Fitness. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish. Drive, www.SDCL.org, 760-753-7376 Tuesday, 3-4:30pm. Knit & Crochet Club. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle, www.SDCL.org or 760-753-4027 Tues/ & Thurs, 5pm. Horseshoe Pitching, age 12 and up. Oakcrest Park, Cardiff Riviera Horseshoe Club, 760-436-5166 Wednesday, 8:30-9:30am. Gentle Yoga. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 8:30-10:30am. Pickleball Open Play. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 8:30-9:30am. Zumba Gold. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 9:30-11:30am. Computer Tutoring. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 10-11am. Beginning Hula. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wed, 10am-12pm. Native Habitat Volunteers. San Elijo Lagoon (see website), www.SanElijo.org/lagoonplatoon 1st Wednesday, 10-11:30am. Stamp Club. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140Oakcrest Park Dr. 760- 943-2250 Wed, 10am. Weekly Storytime. Barnes & Noble, 1040 N. El Cam Real, www.bn.com, Stores/Events tab. 760-943-6400 Wednesday, 10:30-11:30am. T’ai Chi Chih. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760- 943-2250 Wednesday, 12-1am. R & R Yoga. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760- 943-2250 4th Wednesday, 10:30-11:30am. 50+ Singles Club. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 1-2pm. Ukulele Beginning. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 3rd Wednesday, 1-2:30pm. Book Club. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 1:30-2:30pm. Yoga for Seniors (chair only). Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish, www.SilverAgeYoga.org 1st and 4th Wednesday, 2-4pm. Drawing Made Easy and Fun. Enc. Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wed, 2:30pm, Gentle Zumba, Beg. for Cancer Patients/Caregivers, Fitness Evolution, 780 Garden View. 858-735-5708 Wed, 3-4pm, Gentle Zumba for Cancer Patients/Caregivers, Fitness Evolution, 780 Carden View Ct. 858-735-5708 Wednesday, 2:30-3:30pm. Ukulele Intermediate. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Wednesday, 3-5pm. eBook Tutoring, how to download e-books. RSVP required. Encinitas Library, 760-753-7376 Wednesday, 4-7pm. Farmer’s Market, organic, farm fresh. 600 S. Vulcan Ave. @ E Street. www.Encinitas101.com 1st Wed., 10:30am. Spanish/Eng. Bilingual Storytime. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle, www.SDCL.org 760-753-4027 4th Wed. 10:30am. Storytime in Spanish (babies, toddlers). Cardiff Lib, 2081 Newcastle, www.SDCL.org 760-753-4027 Thursday, 8:30-9:30am. Qi Gong. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 8:30-9:30am. Health Barre. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 9:30-11am. Computer Tutoring. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 10-11am. Yoga for Peace and Vitality. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 10-11am. Fun Sway. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 4th Thursday, 10am. Elder Law and Advocacy. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 10:30am. Baby Storytime, lapsit storytime for pre-walking infants and parents with stories, rhymes, songs and movement activities (ages 0-1). Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle, www.SDCL.org or 760-753-4027 3rd Thursday,10:30-12:30am. Blood Pressure Clinic. Enc. Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursdays, 11:30am. Writers by the Beach. Host: Rachel Moore. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr. 760-753-7376 Thursday, 12:30-3:30pm. Duplicate Bridge Play. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 12:30-3:30pm. Mahjong. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 12:30-3:30pm. Party Bridge. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 1-3pm. Computer Tutoring. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 1-3pm. Italian Conversation. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thursday, 2-3pm. Ballroom Dance-Jitterbug Swing. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Thurs 2-6, Sun 10-3. Farm Stand. Organic produce. Coastal Roots Farm, 800 Quail Garden's Drive 760-479-6505 Thursday 6:45-9pm. Encinitas Bocce Club Open Play, 1219 Encinitas Blvd, Oak Crest Park www.encinitasbocceclub.net Friday, 8:30-9:30am. Yoga for Everybody. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 9-10am. Line Dancing – Beginning Level 2. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 9-11am. Scrabble. Enc. Comm. & Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 1st Friday, 9:30am. HICAP. Enc. Comm. & Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 1st Friday, 10:30-12:30am. Blood Pressure Clinic. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 10:30-11:30am. T’ai Chi Chih, Beg/Intermediate. Enc. Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 9:30am. Horseshoe Pitching, age 12 and up. Oakcrest Park, Cardiff Riviera Horseshoe Club, 760-436-5166 Friday, 12-3pm. Encinitas Library Figure Drawing Group, w/ live model. $10 donation. 540 Cornish Dr, 760-942-8738 Friday, 1-2pm. Yoga Therapy. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 1:30-4pm. Pickleball Open Play. Enc. Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. 760-943-2250 Friday, 2-3pm. Dancing Dudes & Dudettes, creative movement class, boys/girls 3-5 yrs. $20/class, $60/mo. Performing Arts Workshop, 681 Enc. Blvd. Ste 309, 760-753-2671. http://www.dancepaw.com 3rd Friday, 2-4pm. Social Dance for 50+, $5. Encinitas Comm/Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, 760-943-2250 Friday, 3-4:45pm. G@merZ Lounge, Video games, snacks, for t(w)eens to *chillax*. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish 1st and last Sat, 10-11am. Lagoon Discovery Tour. San Elijo Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Avenue, www.SanELijo.org Saturday, 11am. Awaken the Poet Within-Marit Anderson. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish. www.SDCL.org 760-753-7376 Saturday, 10:30-11:30am. Docent Led Tour. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, www.SDBGarden.org Saturdays, 2:30-5pm. Theatre/Perf Arts Workshops, teens/adults with Autism. $20. Dance North County, 535 Enc. Blvd., Ste. 101, www.PACThouse.org, 760-815-8512 2nd Saturday, 9-11am. Wildlife Walk. San Elijo Lagoon (see web for map), www.SanElijo.org 3rd Saturday, 10:30am-12pm. Guided Downtown Historic Walk. Encinitas Historical Society, 390 W. 4th Street, 760-753- 5726. 1883 Schoolhouse open Fri/Sat 1-4pm. Take your own Historic Walk with our iPods, 1-2:30pm. Free Saturday-Sunday, 9:30am-5pm. Seaside Bazaar, open air flea market. 459 S. Hwy 101, 760-753-1611

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