I kind of like working every Saturday and Sunday. I get to sit here and play lots of great music. You get to get out and have fun and we have lots of it this weekend. It might be wet so be prepared.
Saturday, Jan 21
San Diego Women’s March 10 a.m., Civic Center Plaza) San Diegans will march this Saturday in solidarity with the Women’s March on Washington. Women, men and children of all backgrounds and political affiliations will come together for the peaceful march starting at the Civic Center Plaza Downtown.
Circus Vargas 7:30 p.m., Del Mar Fairgrounds) The big top is up at the Del Mar Fairgrounds for the run of Circus Vargas’ newest show, “Steam Cirque,” inspired by the worlds of steampunk and science-fiction. This show continues in Del Mar through Jan. 30; after that, Circus Vargas will make its way to Mission Bay Park and Westfield Plaza Bonita in National City in February.
San Diego Restaurant Week 2017 Through this Sunday (Jan. 22) Here’s a chance to try a bite at a new, local eatery. The semi-annual event features prix-fixe menus at more than 180 restaurants. Some eateries offer lunch and dinner options, so price points vary.
San Diego Sockers vs. Soles de Sonora 7:05 p.m., Valley View Casino Center) Come out and support San Diego’s 14-time indoor soccer champions at their game against Soles de Sonora.
Carlsbad Cinema Series: Trumbo 1:30 p.m., Carlsbad City Library)This film tells the story of the “Hollywood 10”, writers who were blacklisted during the communist witch hunts that took place before even I was born. The film will include an introduction and post-show discussion by Brandom Cesmat, who teaches humanities at California State University San Marcos. Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. The event is free.
Sunday, Jan. 22
Salk Institute’s Salk Science and Music Series 4 p.m., Conrad Prebys Auditorium) Science and music may not be a natural combination, but the Salk Institute brings together a beautiful blend of the two for their annual Science and Music Series. Renowned musician Amit Peled and Noreen Polera join Kenta Asahina, assistant professor of molecular neurobiology. Wow, count me in!!!
Battle of the Breweries 4 p.m., Tin Roof in Downtown San Diego) Come support your favorite local brewery at this fun event in Downtown San Diego. This week, Guest Breweries Latitude 33, Benchmark, Acoustic Ales and Iron Fist will face off. Sample four of their local brews and vote on your vote in the Battle of the Brews. The winner will then be featured at Tin Roof as the next rotating handle. WOW! Really count me in!!!
NEW MOVIES:
xXx: THE RETURN OF XANDER CAGE (Action/Adventure) Starring: Vin Diesel, Donnie Yen, Deepika Padukone, Ruby Rose and Nina Dobrev. Daredevil operative Xander Cage battles four criminals who control the world’s military satellites. RATED: PG-13 RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 47 minutes
THE FOUNDER (Drama) Starring: Michael Keaton, Nick Offerman, John Carroll Lynch, Linda Cardellini, Patrick Wilson, B.J. Novak and Laura Dern. The story of how Ray Kroc, a salesman from Illinois, met Mac and Dick McDonald, who were running a burger operation in 1950s Southern California. RATED: PG-13 RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 55 minutes
SPLIT (Horror/Suspense) DIRECTED BY: M. Night Shyamalan. Starring: James McAvoy, Anya Taylor-Joy, Betty Buckley, Jessica Sula and Haley Lu Richardson. Kevin, a man with at least 23 different personalities, is compelled to abduct three teenage girls and as they are held captive, a final personality, “The Beast,” begins to emerge. RATED: PG-13 RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 57 minutes
CREDIT: NBC 7 SAN DIEGO