“Men, I want you just thinking of one word all season. One word and one word only: Super Bowl.”
( Inspirational words from Houston Oilers Coach Bill Petersom)

1. Sunday, February 5 – Super Bowl 2012

The 46th Super Bowl will take place on February 5, 2012 at Lucas Oil Stadium. Kick off is scheduled for 3:30 Pacific Time.
 Madonna will be performing during the half time show.

2. Monday, February 6 – Bird Watching

Meet in the main parking lot. Discover the fascinating birds and the unique art of bird watching at the San Diego Botanic Garden.

8:00a
San Diego Botanic Garden,Encinitas,CA

3. Tuesday, February 7 – Dr. Dog with Purling Hiss

Dr. Dog will be taking their notoriously rough and tumble high energy live show on the road. Philadelphia band Dr. Dog is back in action -touring in support of their new album, Be The Void.

9:00p
Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach,CA

4. Wednesday, February 8- Dinner at Home, Personal Chef Service

Rediscover the pleasure of dining…
Dinner at Home takes the hassle out of dinner time with our Personal Chef Service. Dinner at Home’s meals are prepared by a professional chef in the comfort of your own home and using only quality ingredients.

Cooking with Dinner at Home…
Host an interactive dinner party. Bring the fun of the “Food Network” into your home. Entertainment dining is a unique culinary experience – have fun while learning and enjoying great food.

In-home cooking classes…
Most classes are $55-$75/person, with a 6-person minimum (groceries are included – luxury items may incur an additional charge.) Please contact Chef Pamela for class offerings and more information. Customized classes for individuals or couples are available.
Serving Del Mar and North Coastal
Information: (858)-792-8866 or dinnerathome-SD.com

5.  Thursday, February 9- Just Soup

Oh how we all love the comfort of soup. Hot, creamy, thick or thin everyone has a favorite soup. The magic begins with the perfect ingredients, patience and love. Join us as we explore the alchemy of soup making, the how to’s, how long’s and why’s of different cooking techniques, the must have ingredients and how to properly store your hard earned efforts.

6. Friday, February 10- Finger Painting Frenzy

Finger Painting Frenzy Fridays: On every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month children of all ages can create their very own finger painting work of art. This program will take place from 10:00 AM to 11:00am

10:00a
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, Escondido,CA

7. Saturday, February 11- SPOT Fundraising Event

Have lunch with friends and help dogs and cats at the same time.
Outback Steakhouse
2485 Vista Way, Oceanside
Steak, Salmon, Chicken, or Pork Chop
Silent Auction/Pick a Prize Raffle
All proceeds benefit SPOT Saving Pets One at a Time- an all-volunteer, 501c3 nonprofit helping local homeless pets find homes.
If you can’t attend but want to buy a ticket to support SPOT, we will donate your ticket to the Armed Services YMCA on Camp Pendleton so a military family can enjoy lunch at the Outback.

 11:30a to 1:00p

atOutback Steakhouse,Carlsbad,
2485 Vista Way, Oceanside
Steak, Salmon, Chicken, or Pork Chop
Silent Auction/Pick a Prize Raffle
Price: $20; $10 ages younger than 10 years

Do right. Do your best. Treat others as you want to be treated.”
–Lou Holtz

Madonna Performs at Super Bowl 2012 Half Time Show

1. Sunday, February 5-  Super Bowl XLVI

Kick-Off time is at 3:30 Pacific Time. This years half time show will be headlined by Madonna.
The New York Giants vs New England Patriots

2. Monday, February 6- Open Mic Night

Come out to Winstons in Ocean Beach and watch some local talent deliver their best.
 6:00Pm – 8:00Pm Hosted By: Drunk Poets Society

3. Tuesday, February 7-   Karaoke Tuesday

Karaoke Tuesdays $3.00 Happy Hour Drinks All Night Be The Star That You Are!

8:00p
In Cahoots,San Diego,CA

4. Wednesday, February 8- The Recommendation

A World Premiere play from one of America’s exciting new theatrical voices. Aaron is smart, privileged and liked by everyone. Iskinder, his college roommate, is modest, unconnected and comes from a middle-class immigrant family. Soon the best of friends, Aaron takes Iskinder under his wing, sharing his world of favors and fortune.

7:00p
Old Globe Theatre: Sheryl & Harvey White Theatre

5. Thursday, February 9- Stars in the Salon: Moby Dick

The Civic Theatre’s beautiful Beverly Sills Salon acts as the setting for these enjoyable discussions where audience members have a chance to meet the stars and ask their own questions of the leading singers, conductors and directors first hand!

5:30p to 6:30p
San Diego Civic Theatre,San Diego,CA 

6. Friday, February 10- Big , Bold Reds Wine Tasting

If you like your reds BIG and full of flavor, then this tasting is for you! We’ll feature some massive Cabernet, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah as well as some giant blends from Paso Robles and elsewhere.

4:00p to 8:30p
Bacchus Wine Market,San Diego,CA

7. Saturday, February 11- San Diego Ballet: Romance

ROMANCE February 11-12, 2012
Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza, San Diego
Directed and Choreographed by Javier Velasco

Says Velasco, “We are still finalizing the first half of the evening performances, but it is for sure that sometime during the evening we will be seeing Verona’s star-crossed along, some pieces accompanied by Nat King Cole, Patsy Cline, and some Latin pieces. The second half of the evening will see a remounting of our popular A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM.

8:00p
Lyceum STAGE Theatre,San Diego,CA

Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.
– Howard Thurman

1. Sunday, January 29- San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair

Come celebrate our 30th annual San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair. We will also be celebrating the 40th year of service by the San Diego Chinese Center for the community.

10:00a to 5:00p
Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District, Downtown, San Diego,CA

2. Monday, January 30- Industry Boxing

Victory mma gyms, discoversd and fluxx presents the first annual industry boxing. this unique charity event will bring together different people from the night life industry to go head to head in a boxing match. all proceeds will be donated to help support local youth boxing.

9:00p
Fluxx,San Diego,CA

3. Tuesday, January 31- Opera: “Salome”

Salome’s disturbing obsession with John the Baptist drives her to make a shocking request: the head of the Prophet as a reward for performing the sensuous Dance of the Seven Veils. Based on Oscar Wilde’s dramatic adaptation of the biblical story of Salome and her lecherous stepfather, the dysfunctional and dangerous court of King Herod is brought to searing life through Richard Strauss’ seductive music.

7:00p
San Diego Civic Theatre,San Diego,CA

4. Wednesday, February 1- Nerd Alert!!

The Mad House Comedy Club and Disciplined Monkey Studios presents:
THE NERDS OF COMEDY
This is an to event to show that a nerd’s life is not just taken over by video games, comic books, or Japanese school girls fighting in giant robots. We’re bringing Southern California’s funniest comedians down here to make you laugh.

8:00p
Mad House Comedy Club,San Diego,CA

5. Thursday, February 2- Art Stop: School of Paris

Today’s ArtStop will discuss the School of Paris.
ArtStops are 15 minute, staff-led tours of one to three works on view. Museum curators and educators present these brief yet always enlightening and informative talks every Thursday and third Tuesday at noon.

12:00p
San Diego Museum of Art,San Diego,CA

6. Friday, February 3- Dance: Defining Moments

You are invited to join us for performances inspired by the defining moments in our lives. A show that uses the power of dance to express those moments that have informed, inspried and transformed our lives.
Imaginative, suprising and a visual treat for the whole family.

8:00p
Case Del Prado Theater,San Diego,CA

7. Saturday, February 4- Crystal Healing Workshop

Explore the healing properties of gemstone therapy at our monthly San Diego Crystal Workshop facilitated by Marion O’Connor of Golden Rose Psychic Services. Benefit from Marion’s years of experience as an Energetic Healer, Reiki Master and Clairvoyant as she guides you through the latest healing techniques in this fast and fun exploration of Mother Earth’s Mineral World of Healing.

9:00a
Golden Rose Psychic Services,San Diego,CA

1. Sunday, January 29- Hot Flashes Follies

The Hot Flashes Follies, a senior dance company unique in dance experience, choreography and costumes. There are currently nine dancers whose routines range from Broadwayto Big Band, with an occasional nod to Nashville as well.

2:30p
Temple Solel,Encinitas,CA

2. Monday, January 30- Zumba Fitness for Baby Boomers

Hey Boomers
Do you like to dance?? Then join us at Zumba Fitness !!
Latin-inspired international music and dance steps – exciting, fun & effective exercise.

7:00p
The American Legion – Post 149,Escondido,CA

3.  Tuesday, January 31-Lecture: Work on Oneself

Exploring the possibilities…..

6:00p
The Living Room Cafe,La Jolla,CA

4. Wednesday, February 1-How To Succeed in Business without Really Trying

The classic Broadway musical currently starring Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame on Broadway is playing at the Welk Theatre in San Diego starring Allen Eveman and Scott Dreier. Directed and Choreographed by Ray Limon this hilarious look at a young man on his way up in the business world with the help of a “tell how” book will have you humming along to the fantastic score!

1:00p
Welk Resort Theatre,Escondido,CA

5. Thursday, February 2- Arttalks With Film Director Liu Bingjian

ArtTalks! are moderated discussions with artists and filmmakers that provide opportunities to learn about the unexpected stories behind a work’s creation. All ArtTalks! are free with the price of a performance ticket. Join us!

9:30p
The Loft at UCSD,La Jolla,CA

6. Friday, February 3- The Curious Savage

This warm-hearted tale centers on Mrs. Ethel Savage, a slightly eccentric widow, who has been spending her inherited money perpetuating the dreams and hopes of others, much to her step-children’s chagrin. They do not accept the fact that she is spending “their” money and decide to have her committed to the “Cloisters”, a group home for those emotionally disabled, and have her declared as mentally incompetent.

7:30p
Star Theatre,Oceanside,CA

7. Saturday, February 4- Designing with Native Plants

Designing with Native Plants by Greg Rubin. Learn how to design a garden using our very own California native plants from one of the most respected and knowledgeable people in the field, Greg Rubin. Owner of California’s Own Native Landscape Design, Greg has designed over 600 native landscapes in San Diego County. Considered by many to be the guru of native plant landscaping, he has been featured in a number of periodicals, on the radio, and in television. His new book is due out in 2012.

9:00a
San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas,CA

 1. Sunday, January 22- Art of the Green

ART ON THE GREEN Every weekend (weather permitting) COAL Gallery member artists display their paintings, glass work, photography, sculpture at Art on the Green Look on the lawn in front of the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort, 3075 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008. www.coalartgallery.com 760-434-8497.

10:00a to 4:00p
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort,Carlsbad,CA

2. Monday, January 23- Shakespeare Unscripted

Shakespeare Unscripted is a completely improvised play in the style of William Shakespeare. Poetry, drama, comedy and romance all are possible when Impro Theatre attempts to “ascend the brightest heaven of invention.”
There is no script and no net. Using only guts, wit and a few suggestions from the audience to get the show started Impro Theatre creates an entire play inspired by the Bard.

7:30p
North Coast Repertory Theatre,Solana Beach,CA

3. Tuesday, January 24- Kruger Brothers in Concert

Deering Banjo Company presents the world renowned Kruger Brothers in concert Deering Banjo Company is proud to present masters of bluegrass and acoustic music, The Kruger Brothers who will perform live, original music at the Performing Arts Theater on the campus of Cuyamaca College in El Cajon, CA at 6pm on Tuesday January 24th, 2012.

4. Wednesday, January 25- North County Singles Chat and Chow

North County Singles (ages 55+) will meet for lunch Wed. Jan. 25 at 11:30 a.m. at India Princess Restaurant, 1020 San Marcos Blvd. Buffet lunch $9.95 or you menu ordering starts at $7. Reservations necessary. Call Lynne 760-295-6123 by Monday, Jan. 23. Prospective members welcome. Directions: From I-78 East, exit San Marcos Blvd.

5. Thursday, January 26- Fine Arts Show

Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League (COAL) Gallery. Painting, photography, digital art and Sculpture Show from Thursday, January 5 through Sunday, January 29, 2012. Admission is free.. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Thursday & Sunday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday & Saturday 11:00 – 8:00 PM

11:00a to 5:00p
COAL Gallery,Carlsbad,CA
Price: Free
Phone: (760) 434-8497

6. Friday, January 27- Dinner Theatre: Night Stage To Big Shaft

Dinner Theater Comedy Murder Mystery set in a mining town in 1853. You are waiting at the stage stop cafe in Big Shaft California for a stage to Wichita, Kansas. While the stage is delayed, waiting for connecting stages from Frisco and Diego, passengers meet some of the colorful locals and discover a beloved old coot named Red has died. How did he die? Who gets his mine? How does singing solve the riddle? Solve the puzzle and maybe you’ll win a prize! Dinner and Show $38.00

7. Saturday, January 28-  Robin Henkel Solo

Enjoy the talents of this master musicman (guitar and vocals), who has won numerous awards and has a compelling performance style. Bravo!

 8:00p
Zel’s Del Mar, Del Mar,CA

1. Sunday, January 22- Michael Jackson The Imortal Your by Cirque du Soleil

The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced the official international launch of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™ written and directed by Jamie King, the leading concert director in pop music today. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production will combine Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.

The tour will stop in San Diego on Saturday, January 21, 2012 and Sunday, January 22, 2012 at the Valley View Casino Center. There are no exchanges from one date to the next.

Children under the age of 2 years old are free if sitting on lap.
This show may not be recommended for young children due to the rock concert nature of the show; Sound is expected to be very loud with a lot of visual effects.
Ticket Limit per person: 8

2. Monday, January 23- Scars on 45

SCARS ON 45 may never have come to be if co-founder Danny Bemrose hadn’t broken his foot as a professional soccer player. He traded his soccer ball for his father’s guitar, and quickly became addicted. The quintet is from Leeds, England. Their style combines the gentle melodic intensity of Snow Patrol or Keane with the added allure of co-ed vocals.

7:00p
Anthology,San Diego,CA

3. Tuesday, January 24- Neo Soul at ONYX

Onyx Presents…Neo Soul Tuesdays – San Diego’s longest running Contemporary R & B Soul Event with special guest, Jade Element

Time: 9pm-1:30am

Price: $10

Discounted price of $5 available when you register on the Guest List. The Guest List closes promptly at 10:30pm. You must be registered on the Guest List through the website to receive the discounted price, registration closes at 7pm

4. Wednesday, January 25- Disney on Ice Toy Story 3

Have you heard the buzz? The toys are back in town, Disney On Ice presents Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story 3! The blockbuster movie, Toy Story 3, and memorable moments from Toy Story and Toy Story 2 are hitting the ice in this sensational live production coming to your hometown! Catch all the heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race home in their most daring adventure ever.

5. Thursday, January 26- Itailian Film Festival ” The Man Who Will Come”

In the fall of 1944, on the slopes of Monte Sole south of Bologna, fascism showed its face in one of the worst massacres on Italian soil. Giorgio Diritti illuminates the incident in a very specific way: He creates an almost elegiac portrait of peasant life as seen through the eyes of an eight-year-old child. Martina has fallen mute since the death of her infant brother; now her mother is pregnant again, and Martina awaits the infant as her own rebirth.

 7:00p
Museum of Photographic Arts (MoPA), San Diego,CA
Price: $5 suggested donation

6. Friday, January 27-  Speed-Dating in San Diego

Date andDash kicks off in a matchmaking frenzy. Find that right someone at The Largest Singles Party in town – meet up to 30 singles in one night.
What to expect:
Speed-Dating in San Diego: allows you to skip the excruciating hit-or-miss first date experience. Instead, with DateandDash you can chat with a large pool of people, choose your favorites, and see if they choose you!

7. Saturday, January 28-  Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair

Come celebrate our 30th annual San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair. We will also be celebrating the 40th year of service by the San Diego Chinese Center for the community.

10:00a to 5:00p
Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District, Downtown,San Diego,CA

There are a lot of Short Sale Incentive programs out there these days!

Of course, there is everyone’s favorite—HAFA which gives the seller $3,000.00 at close of escrow. Then, there is also the Bank of America Cooperative Short Sale Program which we closed recently and got the sellers $2,000.0o, there’s TAP, and there are even short sale incentives offered by such banks as Citi, Wachovia, and Litton Loan Servicing. But, the biggest short sale incentive of all

and the one that is getting the most media hype right now is a short sale incentive program offered by Chase Bank or CitiMortgage.

In this program, homeowners (who receive letters in the mail from these banks) can receive anywhere from $20,000 on up (just make sure that you are opening your mail and responding by the dates in the letter). In fact, sometimes this incentive is combined with the $3000 HAFA short sale incentive.

With as many homeowners out there who need to avoid foreclosure, we’re happy that they are helping out, that’s big bucks!

If you want to see if your bank is participating in one of these programs, just send us an email at kristalombardi@gmail.com

1. Sunday, January 15- Dividing the Estate

Nominated for a 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, Dividing the Estate is Pulitzer Prize winner Horton Foote’s knowing comedy about family, money and greed. Living in present day Texas and ruled by octogenarian matriarch Stella, the family must confront their past as they prepare for an uncertain future when their family fortune begins to diminish.

7:00p
Old Globe Theatre,San Diego,CA

2. Monday, January 16- San Diego Restaurant Week 2012

Take a bite out of San Diego Restaurant Week! This January over 140,000 diners will eat their way through over 180 participating restaurants that will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for just $20, $30 or $40 per person from Sunday, January 15th through Friday, January 20th. A recent addition to San Diego Restaurant Week is Restaurant Week menus offered for lunch.

12:00p
San Diego Restaurants,San Diego,CA

3. Tuesday, January 17-  San Diego Job Fair

Meet face-to-face with top employers at the National Career Fairs Job Fair! Attendance is free for job seekers! Register at www.nationalcareerfairs.com and you will receive the company list and our online job fair guide. Free RESUME REVIEWS will be available at the event from our two local career experts. See you at the job fair!

11:00a to 2:00p
Marriott San Diego Hotel & Marina,San Diego,CA
Price: Free
Phone: (702) 818-8896

4. Wednesday, January 18- Art Aerobics: Paint and Boogie

An on-going experiment with art and music! Art Aerobics, FLEX your ART MUSCLE! Get your art in shape!
This easy class will help you release stress from your day, get messy if you want, even throw paint while the music keeps your mind still and your paint brush moving. The more you come the better you get at letting go and playing.

6:15p to 7:30p
Expressive Arts @ 32nd & Thorn,San Diego,CA

5. Thursday, January 19- Club ’80s

Every 2nd Saturday of Every Month
Free Entry – Free Music
$2 PBR with Full Bar
New Wave New Romantic Underground 80′s !
with DJ Bryan Pollard – DJ Roxanne Redlight – DJ Evil Kelly

9:00p toFriday, Jan 20 2:00a
Kadan,San Diego,CA

6. Friday, January 20- San Diego Symphony: Ballroom with a Twist

Winter Pops: Ballroom With A Twist

Matthew Garbutt, conductor
Jane Seymour, celebrity guest host
Jonathan Roberts, guest artist

Tango, Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Jive—and then some! Conceived and choreographed by Dancing with the Stars’ Emmy-nominated Louis van Amstel, Ballroom with a Twist is an evening of grace, athleticism and passion.

8:00p
Copley Symphony Hall,San Diego,CA

7. Saturday, January 21- Diva Dash

Grab your favorite gals and head over to Bonita Cove for this women-only adventure obstacle run. The course is just three miles long, but we throw in lots of challenging obstacles to keep it interesting,while you test your balance, strength, flexibility, agility and speed. Sponsored by SHAPE Magazine, this fun event is for women of all ages and abilities.

8:00a to 3:00p
Bonita Cove,San Diego,CA

1. Sunday, January 15- Theatre: Spring Awakening

California Youth Conservatory presents Spring Awakening.
Produced and directed by Shaun T. Evans at the Welk Resorts Theatre in Escondido. Set against the backdrop of a repressive and provincial late 19th century Germany, SPRING AWAKENING tells the timeless story of teenage self-discovery and budding sexuality as seen through the eyes of three teenagers.

1:00p
Welk Resort Theatre,Escondido,CA

2. Monday, January 16- Whale Watching
 
Join Scripps naturalists and Flagship Cruises & Events for our 12th season of whale watching as we venture out for twice-daily cruises to locate gray whales on their round-trip migration from their Alaska feeding grounds to Baja California.
9:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. and 1:30-5 p.m. daily

3. Tuesday, January 17- Calzone and Stromboli: the Stuffed Breads of Italy

Join Chef Joy and explore the world of Italy’s stuffed breads, the calzone and stromboli. Calzones are turnovers that resemble an inside out pizza, while strombolis are Italy’s answer to a baked sandwich. You’ll learn how to create the perfect dough, what the fillings are and how to shape, bake and eat these gastronomic treats.

10:00a to 1:00p
Alchemy of the Hearth, San Marcos,CA

4. Wednesday, January 18- The Orchids of China

The San Diego County Cymbidium Society announces this special event for early 2012. Wednesday, January 18, 7:00 pm, Ecke Building, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas: Dr. Holger Perner will speak to the society about The Orchids of China, and you can order Chinese orchids for import from China at this meeting for delivery at the Santa Barbara Orchid show, March 16-18, 2012
Information: 760-732-0055 orchldy2@mac.com

7:00p
San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas,CA

5. Thursday, January 19- Ease Up

On Point Promotions Presents Ease Up The Simpkin Project