November 4, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, and 22. Birch Aquarium at Scripps. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. The A, B, Sea Club at Birch is a great way for families to introduce the wonderful world of the ocean to children ages 4 and younger. This family fun event features sea animals in interactive one-day programs designed for early childhood learners. Each class includes aquarium exhibits, live animal encounters, and a free-play experience. 858-534-FISH. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu.
Wheelchair Accessible.
Emerging Elites: Indo-Muslim Art in Transition
Through March 2009 (except Monday). 10am – 6pm (Thursday till 9pm). San Diego Museum of Art Balboa Park. 1450 El Prado, San Diego. The works on view here – many for the first time – focus on the artistic transitions that took place in Indo-Muslim cultural centers in the 18th and 19th centuries. Exploring the continuities and creative transformations in Indian paintings between 1739, the year Delhi was attacked by Nader Shah from Iran, and 1858, the year India became a British colony. 619-232-7931. www.sdmart.org.
Wheelchair Accessible.
Free Entertainment at Seaport Village
Through December 28. Seaport Village. 849 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. San Diego's downtown waterfront at Seaport Village features a new lineup of free outdoor entertainment and festivities. With sweeping harbor views and picture-perfect scenery, this 14-acre outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment venue presents an ideal
Thanksgiving – New Year’s Eve. Hornblower Cruises and Events. 1066 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Get ready to enjoy the sights and sounds of the magnificent San Diego Bay on one of Hornblower's Holiday Cruises. Take in the beauty of the Big Bay with a celebration that begins the moment you come on board. 619-725-8888. www.hornblowerholidays.com.
Matisyahu
October 12. 6:30pm. House of Blues San Diego. 1055 Fifth Avenue, San Diego. Known for blending traditional Jewish themes with reggae and hip hop sounds, Matisyahu rocks SD’s House of Blues for one night only. Featuring special guests the Flobots. All ages welcome. 619-299-BLUE. www.houseofblues.com.
Wheelchair Accessible.
All information is subject to change. Please contact each individual event for up-to-date schedules, prices and information.