San Diego Events - January 19th - 26th, 2008
January 18, 2008
All Star Music Fest January 18-20
Haven Entertainment in cooperation with Smooth Jazz 98.1 KIFM Radio announces the 2008 ALL STAR MUSIC FESTIVAL January 18-20, 2008 in San Diego. This festival crosses multiple genres including Contemporary & Nu-jazz, Soul, R&B, Funk, Contemporary Pop and World Fusion. Following the three-day festival, fans will board the 2008 All Star Jazz Cruise to continue their musical journey for five nights at sea. The 2008 All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise is hosted by Grammy-award winning artist, Norman Brown, and features Nick Colionne, Jam Sessions Host and Boney James, as well as a host of contemporary jazz and R&B superstars. Artists scheduled to perform at the three-day pre-cruise festival include: Kool & The Gang, Patti Austin, Fourplay, Warren Hill, The Four Tops, The Spinners, Norman Brown, Nick Colionne, and Alan Hewitt. Town & Country Resort-San Diego. Various packages available - check the website for details. (888) 695-0888 or http://allstarmusicfestival.com
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade January 19
A parade will be held in honor and remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who strived to achieve peace between all races of people. The parade consists of marching bands, marching units, floats, and drill teams. It’s purpose is to promote cultural pride and social harmony among communities. 10:00am - 2:30pm. Tailgate Park (13th St. & Imperial Ave.) Robert Matthews (619) 264-0542
San Diego Multicultural Festival January 19
San Diego’s diverse culture and heritage is celebrated with delicious multicultural foods, merchandise, and entertaining performances. You can make a hat with the Rad Hatter, hand-paint shoes, listen to storytellers, visit the Global Village, and indulge in many other festivities. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Martin Luther King Promenade (on north side of Harbor Dr. between 4th Ave. & Market St.) ~ Children’s Park (Island Ave. & Front St.) Jacki Taylor (619) 533-7145 or www.ccdc.com
Flower Show (Orchids) January 19-20
A flower show in Balboa Park will display beautiful and exquisite orchids. Orchids are a three-pedal flower with the middle pedal enlarged into a lip and differing from the others in shape and color. They are a favored flower used for corsages and simple vase arrangements. 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Balboa Park (Casa Del Prado - Room 101) Paul Sirois (619) 235-1114 or www.sdfloral.org
56th Annual Buick Invitational Golf Tournament January 21-27
The Buick Invitational Golf Tournament is here! Come to the Torrey Pines Golf Course to watch professional golfing at its best. Torrey Pines Golf Course (11480 North Torrey Pines Rd.) Tom Wilson (619) 281-4653 or www.buickinvitational.com
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. March January 25
Knox Elementary School students will proudly march through the community of Lincoln Park in honor and remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The students will be accompanied by school staff and special guests. The school band will lead the way with marching music. 10:00am - 11:30am. Knox Elementary School (1098 49th St.) Ana Biffle (619) 262-2473
Recycle Auto Waste Mission Bay - South Shores January 26
This event is geared for City of San Diego residents only. At-home mechanics can take advantage of this offer. Items such as used oil, antifreeze, oil filters, and auto batteries will be collected for recycling. There’s no charge to do it today, but there is a 10-gallon limit per person. 9:00am - 1:00pm. Mission Bay (South Shores near Sea World Dr.) Information desk (858) 694-7000
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