Author visits Joyce Carol Oates, Ph.D., will discuss her new novel, 'A Little Bird of Heaven,' at 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at The Book Works in the Flower Hill Mall, 2670 Via de la Valle, Suite A230, Del Mar. Free. (858) 755-3735.
City Ballet of San Diego begins its 17th season with 'Giselle,' at 8 p.m. Nov. 6-7 and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at a new home, Spreckels Theatre, 121 Broadway. First presented in 1841, 'Giselle' is the story of a peasant girl who protects her lover from the vengeance of a group of evil female spirits. The role of Giselle will be shared by Ariana Samuelsson and Janica Smith; musical accompaniment by the City Ballet Orchestra led by John Nettles. Tickets $59-$29 at (858) 272-8663 or www.cityballet.org.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
"Automatic Cities." The architectural imaginary in contemporary art is explored along with the many influences of architecture on contemporary art production. Through Jan. 31, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. (858) 454-3541, www. mcasd.org.
"American Artists from the Russian Empire" features sculptures and paintings by artists working in America during the postwar period, among them Mark Rothko, Jules Olitsky and Ben Shahn. Through Jan. 17, San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado in Balboa Park, $4.50-$12. (619) 232-7931, www.sdmart. org.
"From Riflemen to Freshmen," the first of several exhibits of historic photographs, documents and other materials from the UCSD Archives that document the World War II military activities, personnel and facilities on portions of campus land. Through Jan. 3, Mandeville Special Collections Library, Geisel Library. (858) 534-0667, ddavies@ucsd.edu.
"Off the Beaten Path: Violence, Women and Art" brings together artists from around the world for an exhibition that explores the global ramifications of gender-based violence. Through Dec. 12 at the UCSD Art Gallery, on campus at the west end of Mandeville Center. Tuesdays-Sundays. Free. (858) 534-2107, uag@ucsd.edu.
"Ignition" features the works of Canadian artist Richard Roblin and American artist Michael Kessler, through November at Madison Gallery, 1020 Prospect St., La Jolla. (858) 459-0836, www.madisongalleries.com.
"The Open Road" with the blurred visions of the California landscape by Los Angeles-based painter Miguel Osuna, through Nov. 15, Susan Street Fine Art Gallery, 415 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. Also, the metal works of Matt Devine of San Diego, and works by Stephen Pentak and Bob Nugent. (858) 793-4442, www.susanstreetfineart.com.
"SPARK" showcases the fine art work of eight Solana Beach Art Association members, through Nov. 16 at Solana Beach City Hall Gallery, 635 S. Highway 101, Solana Beach. Solanabeachartassociation.org.
"Undisclosed" works by sculptor/installation artist Johannes Giradoni, through Nov. 14, Quint Contemporary Art, 7739 Drury Lane, La Jolla. (858) 454-3409.
CONCERTS
"An Evening of Harmony." Presented by Drew Cady, featuring a range of music such as classical, jazz, folk, opera and more. Proceeds will support Community Resource Center's Holiday Baskets Program, $20. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 7, San Dieguito Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas. (760) 230-6307, www.crcncc.org.
"Last Letter Home." Tribute to the fallen soldiers of Iraq by composer Lee Hoiby, performed by the St. James Choir and Orchestra, 4 p.m. Nov. 8, St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. $25. (858) 459-3421, www.sjbts.org.
Music and dance. Performed by the San Diego Mandolin Orchestra and Burundi Women Dancers, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at Good Samaritan Church, Roetter Hall, 4321 Eastgate Mall. $20 for adults (includes one drink), $10 for students. Complimentary cheese, fruit and juice. Burundian art silent auction with proceeds to projects for women and children in Burundi, one of the poorest countries in the world. (858) 454-8359, jrandel@ucsd.edu.
San Diego Jazz All-Stars. Holly Hofmann, Mike Wofford, Jim Plank, Bob Magnusson and Peter Sprague perform. 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 8, La Jolla Presbyterian Church, 7715 Draper Ave., La Jolla. Free. (858) 729-5531, tanyac@ljpres.org.
Winter Pops. Stage, screen and concert veteran Julie Budd performs the music of Barbra Streisand, 8 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7. $20-$85. San Diego Symphony Hall, 1245 Seventh Ave. (619) 235-0804, www.sandiegosymphony.com.
Guitar legends. Richard Thompson and Loudon Wainwright III, 8 p.m. Nov. 11, 143 S. Cedros, Solana Beach. $38-$40.
THEATER & FILM
"Dinosaurs! Alive Dinosaurs!" 3-D film takes the audience on a journey with the world's best dinosaur hunters as they uncover evidence of the past. Members free, nonmembers $10-$16. Through Nov. 30 at the San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 232-3821, www.sdnhm.org.
"Elves and the Shoemaker." 10 and 11 a.m. Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m. and 1 and 2:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 4-8, Mary Hitchcock Puppet Theater, 2130 Pan American Place, Balboa Park. (619) 544-9203, www.balboaparkpuppets.com.
"Mary Pickford Silent Film Festival." Three days of eight classics, including "My Best Girl," "Poor Little Rich Girl" and a restoration of "Sparrows." Nov. 6-8, La Paloma Theatre, 471 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. (760) 436-SHOW, www.lapalomatheatre.com.
"Oliver!" The San Diego Junior Theatre presents the story of a young orphan who searches for love. Through Nov. 8 at Casa del Prado Theater, 1600 Village Place, Balboa Park. $8-$14. (619) 239-8355, www.juniortheatre.com.
"Into the Woods." Presented by San Diego State University, 8 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and 19-21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 15 and 21, Don Powell Theatre. Tickets $13-$15. (619) 594-6884.
ODD & ENDS
Julia's friends. The Friends of the Library will celebrate the life of Julia Child and her influence on Americans at a public meeting highlighting the American Institute of Wine and Food cookbook collection, housed at Geisel Library. Memories of "their friend Julia" will be shared by Lois Stanton, Carolyn Yorston-Wellcome and Piret Munger. 7 p.m. Nov. 10, Geisel Library, UCSD campus. (858) 534-1183, ucsdfol@ucsd.edu.
Big Green "Egg Fest" and Celebrity Chef Cook-Off. Highlights the Big Green Egg, a popular wood-fired ceramic cooker/grill that adds a new twist to the Thanksgiving turkey. Featured speaker is Jeff Jackson, executive chef of the Torrey Pines Lodge. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7, Fixtures-Visions for Living, 9340 Dowdy Drive, San Diego. (858) 966-3600, www.fixturesliving.com.
Dealing with depression. Dr. Evelyn de Villiers will facilitate a seminar covering the spiritual connection between depression and mental health, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 9, La Jolla Presbyterian Church, 7715 Draper Ave., La Jolla. (858) 729-5516, karinD@ljpres.org.
Healthful holiday eating. The Clinical Nutrition Program at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, shares tips on how to make holiday delicacies healthier, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, Scripps Memorial Hospital, Schaetzel Center-Walker Room, 9888 Genesee, La Jolla. (800) SCRIPPS.
Book release. Haiku-inspired. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at Knitting by the Beach, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite B, Solana Beach. (858) 509-9276.
Holiday Open House. Drawings, refreshments, music, book signings and more from merchants, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8, along 7700 and 7800 blocks of Girard, plus St. James Gift Shop, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 743 Prospect Street.
Mah-Jongg Tournament. Beth Am's Women Connection will host five rounds of play, breakfast, lunch, favors and prizes, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8, 5050 Del Mar Heights Road, San Diego. (858) 442-2471, bethammahj@gmail.com.
"The Whole Omega-3 Story Has Yet to Be Told." Join consultant to the World Health Organization and author Stuart Tomc discussing the benefits of dietary supplements. 7 p.m. Nov. 9, Pharmaca-La Jolla, 7650 Girard, La Jolla. (858) 454-1337, pharmaca.com.
Therapeutic high tea. Poolside event features dermatologist Dr. Kaplan of Beverly Hills discussing skin wellness, anti-aging advances, and how to combat the effects of hormones on skin, 2 to 6 p.m. Nov. 8, Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa, 9700 N. Torrey Pines Road. R.S.V.P.: (858) 964-6591, hcohen@destinationhotels.com.
Toddler talk. Free parent-training program by speech/language pathologists. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, Jodie Schuller & Associates, 2002 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. (858) 509-1131, www.speak4success.com.
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