Greenhouse tours will be free to the public at 11 a.m. and 1:30 and 3 p.m. Nov. 21-22 at Weidners Gardens, 695 Normandy Road, Encinitas. Staff will provide tips on helping poinsettias survive the holidays and grow again in the garden. Debbie Johnson will demonstrate poinsettia arrangements and succulent combinations. There will also be a holiday photo spot for guests with cameras, and mulled hot cider, Swedish cookies and door prizes. (760) 436-5326.
The grinch is baaack! Musical performances of Dr. Seuss' 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' matinees and evenings, Nov. 21-Dec. 27 at the Old Globe Theatre in Balboa Park. Tickets are $20-$79 at (619) 23-GLOBE or www.theoldglobe.org.
KEVA PLANKS (Knowledge-Exploration-Visual-Arts) are building blocks that foster the imagination and defy gravity. They're available for play at the new 2,300-square-foot interactive 'Block Busters!' opening Nov. 21 at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park. Displays include a castle turret, spiral staircase, sailboat, airplane and train. A 'Tallest Tower Tournament' will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 21 for ages 8-13. For admission price and exhibit hours, call (619) 238-1233 or visit www.rhfleet.org.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Art for healing. San Diego Cancer Center and Solana Beach Art Association teamed up to present the work of Heidi Rufeh and Amber Irwin. Their art will be displayed at the cancer center to promote healing. An opening reception is set from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at 1200 Garden View Road, Suite 200, Encinitas. Refreshments will be served. (619) 787-8990.
"Automatic Cities." The architectural imagery 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.
"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.
"Darwin: Evolution/ Revolution" features the broadest collection ever assembled of specimens, artifacts, original manuscripts and memorabilia related to Charles Darwin. It coincides with the bicentenary of his birth and the 150th anniversary of his publication "On the Origin of Species." San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park, through Feb. 28. Tickets $12-$16. (619) 232-3821, www.sdnhm.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.
"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.
Three exhibitions. Works of Arline Fisch and June Schwarcz along with the collections of designer Theodore Cohen, 56 Qing Dynasty hatboxes. $4-$7, through March 21, Mingei International Museum, 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 239-0003, www. mingei.org.
"Five Dynasties of Chinese Pottery." This exhibit traces Chinese pottery from its beginnings to its elite art form, 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Extension, 328 J St., San Diego. (619) 338-9888, www.sdchm.org.
"Black White," a new exhibition of mixed media works, through Jan. 17 at Susan Street Fine Art Gallery, 415 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. (858) 793-4442, www.susanstreetfine art.com.
CONCERTS Haydn Seek. A lighthearted look at "Papa" Haydn with his humorous "Farewell Symphony," 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20, St. Paul's Cathedral, downtown San Diego; 8 p.m. Nov. 21, Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall, Sorrento Valley; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23, Sherwood Auditorium, La Jolla. (858) 350-0290, www.orchestranova.org.
B.B. King with Lukas Nelson & the Promise of Real, 8 p.m. Nov. 22, Belly Up Tavern, 143 S. Cedros, Solana Beach. $120. (858) 481-8140, www.belly up.com.
SD Symphony. Barber: Violin Concerto and Mahler: Das Lied von der Erde, 8 p.m. Nov. 20-21, 2 p.m. Nov. 22. Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B St., San Diego. (619) 235-0804, www.san diegosymphony.com.
THEATER & FILM "Bonnie & Clyde." The La Jolla Playhouse hosts the world-premiere musical featuring music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Tony Award-winner Don Black and direction by Jeff Calhoun, through Dec. 20, Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. (858) 550-1010, lajollaplayhouse. org.
"Two Gentleman of Verona." Bawdy bandits, cross-dressing and a "sourest-natured" dog named Crab make this one of Shakespeare's most memorable comedies. Presented by USD students through Nov. 22, Globe's Arena Stage, Copley Auditorium. Tickets $8-$19. (619) 234-5623, www.theoldglobe.org.
"The Seafarer" runs through Dec. 13 at San Diego Repertory Theatre, Lyceum Theater, Horton Plaza. Tickets: $18-$47. It's Christmas Eve, which for four old friends means heading to a hideaway for their regular poker game. Festival moods, hidden agendas and too many drinks boil over into a caldron of tension that becomes even more unpredictable when a supernatural element enters the equation. (619) 544-1000, www.sdrep.org.
"Beatrice the Butterfly." Adapted for the stage by Matt Thompson, theater school director, North Coast Rep. 12:30 and 5 p.m. Nov. 20 and 2 and 5 p.m. Nov. 21-22, 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach. Tickets $9-$12. (858) 481-1055, www.NorthCoastRep.org.
"Dinosaurs Alive!" 3-D film takes the audience on a journey with the world's best dinosaur hunters as they uncover evidence of the past. $10-$16. Through Nov. 30 at the San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 232-3821, www.sdnhm.org.
"Holiday Memories," based on short stories by Truman Capote, tells the tale of an unlikely relationship between a 7-year-old boy and his elderly cousin, Miss Sook, in 1932. 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 12. Legler Benbough Theatre, Alliant International University, Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch. $18-$20. (858) 578-7728, Scrippsranchtheatre.org.
"Country Mouse City Mouse." 10 and 11 a.m. Nov. 19-20, 11 a.m. and 1 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 21-22, Mary Hitchcock Puppet Theater, 2130 Pan American Place, Balboa Park. (619) 544-9203, www.balboaparkpuppets.com.
"Hansel and Gretel," from the Lyric Opera of San Diego, featuring the children of the Lyric Opera Academy, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 and 21 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 22. Birch North Park Theater, 2891 University Ave., San Diego. (619) 231-5714.
ODDS & ENDS Canned food drive. Benefits HAND UP Youth Food Pantry, Nov. 19-23 at Sammy's Woodfired Pizza locations. Donate nonperishable items for a coupon for one free giant Messy Sundae dessert. www.sammyspizza.com.
Cooking advice. A free seminar on the best way to prepare crustaceans such as King crab, Dungeness crab, spiny lobsters and Maine lobsters is at 2 p.m. Nov. 24 at The Fish Market Del Mar, 640 Via de la Valle, across from the fairgrounds. To reserve a spot, call (619) 755-BASS. www.thefishmarket.com.
Author visits. Steve Chapple on his novel "A Life of Adventure Writing," 4 p.m. Nov. 21, and photographer Mike Torrey on "Stone Offerings: The Wonders of Machu Picchu," 3 p.m. Nov. 22, both at the La Jolla Riford Library, 7555 Draper. (858) 552-1657.
Book signing. Del Mar's Woodrow Wilson will sign copies of his cookbook "The Champagne Taste/Beer Budget Cookbook," 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 21, Earth Song Bookstore, 1440 Camino del Mar, Del Mar. (858) 793-6828, woody@woodrow-wilson.com.
Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk. 8 to 11 a.m. Nov. 26, 1549 El Prado. (619) 446-2119, ryan.pocock@neighbor.org.
Light the Night Walk. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's 11th annual walk to raise money for those battling blood cancers, 5 p.m. Nov. 20, Qualcomm Stadium, 9449 Friars Road, San Diego. (858) 277-1800, www.lightthenight.org/sd.
Orchid Festival. Geared to educate attendees on orchid care, as well as showcase a variety of orchids, $6-$12. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. (760) 436-3036, ext. 206, www.qbgardens.org.
50th Anniversary Block Party. San Diego Chargers will take over the Gaslamp Quarter to make the largest tailgate party of the year filled with live entertainment, interactive games, celebrity and player appearances, and more, 5 to 11 p.m. Nov. 27, $35. Between Island and J streets. www.chargers.com.
Alternative-Giving Christmas Fair. Hosted by Torrey Pines Christian Church, to inform about 10 charities. 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Nov. 22, 8320 La Jolla Scenic Drive N., La Jolla. (858) 623-0482.
Fashion show. Benefits the Community Resource Center for victims of domestic violence, noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 23, St. Peter's, 334 14th St., Del Mar Village. $15. (858) 755-1616.
Art sale. "Unframed," show/sale of original works by artists from the Athenaeum School of the Arts, San Diego Studio, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21, 4441 Park, San Diego. Refreshments. (619) 818-8734.
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