Weekly
Nature & Wildlife Walks
Free walks at 9:30am every Saturday and Sunday and 11am every Saturday at Mission Trails Regional Park. Call 668-3275 for area and themes.
offers amazing birding trips monthly. 275-0557
The Chula Vista Nature Center offers free bird walks at the San Elijo Lagoon and Sweetwater Marsh. Please call the Nature Center at 422-2481 for dates and directions. Rain Cancels.
Hike with S.D. Museum Canyoneers and learn about plants and animals in the natural areas of San Diego. Areas vary weekly. Call 232-3821 ext.203 for schedule.
The Tijuana River Estuary Reserve offers bird walks on the 1st & 4th Saturdays of the month from 8-9am, and nature walks on the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays from 9-11am. Call the Center at 575-3613 for locations.
1st Sat: History; 2nd Sat: Palms; 3rd: Tree Walk; 4th: Desert Walk 5th: Seasonal Color; Meet at Botanical Building. Rain cancels; no reservations required. Info: 235-1121.
Chula Vista Nature Center and Loew's Coronado Bay Resort offers this free walk featuring the history and natural history of south San Diego Bay. Good opportunity to see migratory shorebirds and waterfowl. Call 422-2481 for reservations and directions.
Covering history and botanical treasures. Meet at the Balboa Park Visitor Center in the Plaza de Panama. No reservations required. Info: 239-0512
The San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy is hosting a free nature walk at the San Elijo Lagoon. Led by lagoon docents, the walk will feature migratory water birds and native plants. For more information and directions call the Conservancy at 436-3944. Rain Cancels.
The Friends of Famosa Slough leads a free, easy walk with good views of shore birds, migrating ducks and tidal wetland habitat. Beginners are especially invited. Bring binoculars if you have them, rain cancels. Famosa Slough is at Famosa Blvd and W. Pt. Loma Blvd., between Nimitz and Sports Area. 224-4591.
at Rice Canyon with the Chula Vista Nature Center. You will see soaring hawks and fall migrants. Reservations required: 422-2481.
Thru February '97
Southwest Weaving
The San Diego Museum of Man will present more than 100 intriguing examples of Pueblo, Navajo and Hispanic hand-woven textiles in "Southwest Weaving: A Continuum." Please call the Museum at 239-2001 for more information.
Carol Lozito's "Endangered Wildlife Art" is currently featured in the following galleries: Becker Fine Art, 28657 Front St., Temecula; The U. S. Grant Hotel, "C" St., downtown, San Diego; and the Helen Woodward Animal Center. For info: 800-832-4ART.
Now!
Loving Kittens!
Free to good homes; born Sep.10; male orange tigers, short and long hair and one female tortoise shell. Call Carolyn @ 272-2930.
Sponsored by S.D. Audubon: 479-3400
11/2 Petco 9420 Mira Mesa Blvd; 11/9 Petco 2510 Jamacha Rd; 11/16 Petco 3994A Clairemont Mesa Blvd; 11/23 Petco 10410 Friars Rd; 11/30 Pet People 10410 Friars Rd. Sponsored by the Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals. Info: Penny Adams 466-9137.
Chula Vista Nature Center staff and volunteers rap with visitors and meet the hawks and owls used in Center educational programs. Free with Nature Center admission. 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista. 422-2481
Chula Vista Nature Center staff and volunteers will chat about the biology and natural history of their birds, reptiles, mammals, fish or invertebrates. A children's activity will accompany the presentation. Free with Nature Center admission. 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista. 422-2481
16Saturday9am-1pm
Recycle Auto Waste
At Balboa Park, Park Blvd. & President's Way. For San Diego Residents wishing to recycle auto waste including used motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, and auto batteries only. Max 10 gallons. Please contact the City of S.D. Environmental Services Dept. at 235-2105 for more information.
Antifreeze, auto Batteries, used Oil and latex Paint may be turned in for recycling at Balboa Park @ Park & President's Way. Materials Hotline: 235-2105.
Recycle unused or leftover portions of household products containing toxic chemicals. Free to San Diego residents, maximum limit for transportation is 50 lbs. of wastes. At Del Mar Fairgrounds, enter Solana Gate, For more information call 235-2111.
At Patrick Henry High School., 6702 Wandermere Dr. @ Park Ride Blvd. For San Diego Residents wishing to recycle auto waste including used motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, and auto batteries only. Max 10 gallons. Please contact the City of S.D. Environmental Services Dept. at 235-2105 for more info.
Various
Discover County Parks
County Parks & Recreation hosts many special events each month: walks, presentations, history, classes etc. Many programs are free. Info: 694-3049; www.co.san-diego.ca.us
150 quality exhibitors. All types of glass, silver, art, furniture, jewelry, god, primitives, Americana & more. Noon-9 on Fri/Sat; Noon-5 on Sun. Exhibit Hall, Del Mar Fairgrounds. $5 for all three days.
Learn about solutions with Geographic Information Systems in the San Diego Region. See how GIS is being used to solve today's problems in the areas of environment, natural resource protection, public safety, transportation and facilities management. S.D. Concourse, Plaza Hall. More info: Lisa Stapleton 533-5947, or www.sandag.cog.ca.us/geoshow.
The Waldorf School of S.D. will host its 3rd Faire at the school, 3327 Kenora Dr. in Spring Valley. Llama rides and games, food and craft delights, all made using natural materials. Free. Questions? 589-6404.
Learn about native plants and how they may work in your landscape. There will be a collection of common and unusual native plants. $15 944-7080, Natural Direction, Encinitas.
at S.D. State University, Aztec Center. Food Fair @ 6:30, performances @ 7:30; $6
Annual wildlife celebration, entertainment, tours, animals, bake sale. Project Wildlife, 5337 Custer, off Sherman St. 225-WILD.
Celebrate 16 years of working for peace, social justice and the environment. Enjoy a supper of soups, breads and desserts. Music of Sam Hinton, Keynote speaker: Lionel Van Deerlin. $15 sliding scale. Reservations not required. Peace Resource Center: 265-0730. Supper @ First Church of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Place, S.D.
and Trade Show. Case studies and best practices nationwide on sustainable building design, contracting, and materials. Info: 535-0050
Walter Konapka, head of the chemistry department of the S.D. Municipal Water DIstrict will describe the procedures that should be taken to ensure better quality water and how to protect yourself when out for a day at the beach. North County Sierra Club program at Aviara Oaks Elem. Sch. Auditorium, 6900 Ambrosia Ln., La Costa. Directions:930-0103.
An introductory lecture will present the basics of herbal healing and show the gentle, effective ways herbs may be used. Will cover using, growing, purchasing, forms of preparation, and some herbs for a "first" herbal medicine chest. $25 @ Natural Direction, Encinitas, 944-7080.
Dinner Meeting/tour of the energy-efficient Ridgehaven Building - see article on page 4; for time and info call Skip Fralick, 565-2603.
Plant Engineering & Maintenance Show & Conference SD Convention Center. Free. Call 510-354-3131.
San Diego Humane Society night at Civic Center Theatre production of America's #1 musical CATS. $42 or $78 (includes reception). More info:299-7012 x278.
Super*Kids, a children's performing arts company, will present Tchaikovsky's holiday ballet classic. Tickets affordably priced from $10-14 and benefits Scripps Ranch Library. Shows are Fridays at 7pm, Saturday 7 at 1:30pm, the 14th at 1:30 and 7pm and Sunday 15th at 1:30pm. Tickets at the door or call 586-7834.
Congressman Brian Bilbray; John Dunlap III, Chair, California Air Resources Board; Demonstrations of state of the art alternative fuel vehicles, systems and fueling stations and presentations by federal and state dignitaries will highlight San Diego's annual event to create public awareness of clean air technology. Presented by Citizens for Clean Air Policy @ San Diego Miramar College, 10440 Black Mtn Rd, S.D. 92126, $20/$10 for students or members of non-profit groups, (lunch included).
Thursdays 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Junior Ranger Programs
The Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center offers FREE weekly activities for K-6th grade including hands-on learning, bird watching, nature walks, art projects, stories and games. Please call the Center at 575-3613 for more information.
The Chula Vista Nature Center offers a different Nature Craft activity every Saturday and Sunday. Activities use recycled materials. $0.50 fee for materials. Please call 422-2481 for more information.
The Chula Vista Nature Center offers a free bilingual story hour for children and their parents. Nature stories will be told in English and Spanish and nature activities appropriate to the story will be available. Call 422-2481 for more info.
Children age 11 and under can enter free from October 1-31 from 9am to 4pm.
Free, entertaining afternoon for children of peaceful games and fun activities. Learn about alternatives to violent-themed toys, games and videos which will be available for parents. First Church of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Place, S.D. More info: 265-0730, Peace Resource Center.
as Stelzer County Park where on Saturday you'll find the Great Snoopy Pumpkin Hunt, Costume Contest and Kid's Pumpkin Carving Contest. On Ghostly Fun-Filled Sunday, make candied apples and play Halloween games. To register call: 561-0580.
Kids will touch a live snake, find out how snakes eat, sleep and move, learn a snake poem and song, and create a special craft to take home. S.D. Natural History Museum, Balboa Park $12 or $17, Reservations required: 232-3821x203.
Call for dates
Sierra Club for Singles
New social section for singles 21-39 who enjoy hiking, camping, parties, dancing, movies, conservation and cultural activities. Call 299-1744 x2070.
sponsors free self-help groups for anxiety, depression, panics, phobias, obsessions, compulsions, anger, and other nervous symptoms. Call 275-0364 for meetings schedule and info.
A support organization for people recovering from alcohol and drug addiction who are uncomfortable with spiritual content of 12-step programs. At La Colonia Community Center, 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. Brian Biernacki 729-6324.
Individuals interested in hikes and other social activities are invited to an orientation each 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Tierrasanta Rec. Center, 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Call 299-TREE for directions or more info. Free.
The Surfrider Foundation San Diego County Chapter meetings are held every 3rd Thursday at the Forum Hall above Wells Fargo at UTC, La Jolla. Info-line: 792-9940.
For all those interested in practical applications of sustainability in our bioregion, CRANES: Citizen's Response-able Network for Economical Sustainability is holding monthly meetings (each 4th Thursday) at U.S. International University Green Hall. For information call Marguerite Hampton, 729-1482, or Skip Fralick, 565-2603.
Various Times
San Diego Earth Day
Earth lovers are needed to help with Pacific Beach office tasks and other fun projects. Call 272-7370.
Volunteers provided 36% of total staff hours for San Diego County Parks in 1994/95. For information on volunteering, call 694-3044.
Helping Our Wildlife is a non-profit organization seeking volunteers to help rescue and rehabilitate orphaned, injured or displaced wildlife. Please call 789-5033.
Needs volunteers for San Diego's annual baby season. Volunteers are needed to care for baby birds and mammals in their own homes. Rescue/Transport and telephone volunteers are in demand too. Please call S.D. Humane Society @ 579-5083.
is a nonprofit clearinghouse for peace, social justice and environmental activities. We need an office volunteer for 4 hours once a week from 11am-3pm, as well as volunteers for mailings, street fairs and other outreach. Call Gary Cagle at 265-0730.
Help maintain this wonderful garden of flowers, herbs, tropical plants and trees. Garden is an educational project demonstrating xeriscaping and other environmentally responsible landscaping methods. Flexible schedule. Info: Betty Pharris 283-6000.
Cat lovers are needed to help with general care, grooming and TLC. Two hours per week time commitment. At 9031 Birch St., Spring Valley. Contact Gail at 469-8771, Tues-Sat 12pm-5pm.
is a dedicated group of individuals who meet every other Saturday, year round, to do restoration work on the Santa Rosa Ecological Reserve west of I-15 and Temecula. More info call Carole at (909)677-6951.
Help the Planet - Plant a tree! Join the fun for a greener San Diego and other areas. Bring a shovel and gloves if you have them. Presented by People for Trees. Call 457-2665 for directions. 10/5 & 10/19: Downtown S.D., 10/12: College Area & Clairemont, 10/19: North Park.
Please help clean up several illegal dumping sites in Murrieta and along the Santa Margarita River. Post Clean-Up BBQ and t-shirts for all participants. Directions and more info call: Carole Bell at the Santa Rosa Ecological Reserve: 909-677-6951.
Help San Diego Audubon with removing invasive plants at a nesting site for the endangered California least terns at Mariner's Point in Mission Bay. Bring work gloves and weeding tools if you have them and wear old clothes. Call 224-4591 to RSVP to help or for more info.
6Sunday4pm - 7:30pm
Take Back the Environment
You can help. The Sierra Club's Political Committee is hosting a bay-side event in support of local environmental candidates. Meet and share your concerns. $25, beer, wine, music and food provided. Harbor Island West Marina, 2040 Harbor Island Dr., next to the Boathouse restaurant. RSVP:299-1743.
Californians Against Political Corruption and CalPIRG, is directing volunteers in bannering events each Thursday between now and the election, followed by a strategy session. 3960 Park Blvd. in Hillcrest. More info: 297-8751.
Free to the public to watch the election returns tallied by the County Registrar of Voters. All major media and local candidates attend.
Special Events +
Hands On For Kids
10+ Sunday 10am-4:30pm
Children's Discovery Center
opens at the San Diego Museum of Man in Balboa Park. Innovative hands-on re-creation of life in Egypt more than 3500 years ago. Open daily. Call 239-1002 for times and fees.
Thursdays 3:15-4:45pm Junior Ranger Programs
The Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center offers FREE weekly activities for K-6th grade including hands-on learning, bird watching, nature walks, art projects, stories and games. Please call the Center at 575-3613 for more information.
Sat & Sun 1pm-2pm
Make-it, Take-it Workshops
The Chula Vista Nature Center offers a different Nature Craft activity every Saturday and Sunday. Activities use recycled materials. $0.50 fee for materials. Info 422-2481.
Saturdays 11am
Bilingual Story Hour
The Chula Vista Nature Center offers a free bilingual story hour for children and their parents. Nature stories will be told in English and Spanish and nature activities appropriate to the story will be available. Info 422-2481.
Meetings
Call for dates
Sierra Club for Singles
New social section for singles 21-39 who enjoy hiking, camping, parties, dancing, movies, conservation and cultural activities. Call 299-1744 x2070.
Call for dates
Recovery, Inc.
Sponsors free self-help groups for anxiety, depression, panics, phobias, obsessions, compulsions, anger, and other nervous symptoms. Call 275-0364 for meetings schedule and info.
Sundays 6:30pm
SOS: Secular Organizations for Sobriety
A support organization for people recovering from alcohol and drug addiction who are uncomfortable with spiritual content of 12-step programs. At La Colonia Community Center, 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. Brian Biernacki 729-6324.
12 Tuesday 6pm
Dome Interest Group
Interested in Buckminster Fuller's geodesic domes? This meeting of DIG will beheld inside a prototype 17-foot "Party Dome" in Leucadia. Call Walt for directions: 632-2519.
13 Wednesday 7pm
Zero Population Growth
New Guests Welcome! Monthly chapter meeting. Guest speaker John Weeks of Int'l Population Center. At: Thomas Paine Coffeehouse, 4247 Park Blvd. Questions? Call Richard, 425-5279.
13 Wednesday 7pm
Sierra Club Orientation
Individuals interested in hikes and other social activities are invited to an orientation each 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Tierrasanta Rec. Center, 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Call 299-TREE for directions or more info. Free.
14 Thursday 6:45pm
Sustainability Networking
For all those interested in practical applications of sustainability in our bioregion, CRANES: Citizen's Response-able Network for Economical Sustainability is it's organizational meeting at U.S. International University Green Hall. For information call Marguerite Hampton, 729-1482, or Skip Fralick, 565-2603.
21 Thursday 6:45pm
San Diego Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation San Diego County Chapter meetings are held every 3rd Thursday at the Forum Hall above Wells Fargo at UTC, La Jolla. Info-line: 792-9940.
Political
8 Friday 5:30-7:30pm
Californians for Quality of Life
invites you to an post-election party at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach 143 Cedros, S. of Lomas Santa Fe. C-QUAL is a new citizens political action group networking for more effective political results for sustainability and conservation issues. Let's meet and get better organized! $10/$5 members. RSVP 496-3361.
10 Sunday 11am-1pm
Rally to Save Bahia Pt. Park
The Bahia Hotel has proposed a 300 room expansion which includes encroachment and removal of public parking and access at this part of Mission Bay. Join a rally to demonstrate support for saving public parks! Info: 488-4960.
13 Wednesday 9am
BOS Hearing
The County Board of Supervisors will be hearing testimony on controversial General Plan amendments to Agricultural zoning to comply with a lawsuit brought by Save Our Forest & Ranchlands (SOFAR).
13 Wednesday 9am
Curbside Recycling Expansion
The City of S.D. Natural Resources, Arts and Culture Committee will be hearing public testimony on curbside recycling. Attend to support! Call 533-3920 to confirm agenda has not been changed. Questions? Call Carolyn at 272-7423.
15 Friday 9am
Coastal Commission Hearing
San Diego residents have a rare opportunity to attend a California State Coastal Commission hearing at the Mission Valley Radisson, 1433 Camino del Rio South. At 9am on the 15th the first item on the agenda is whether or note to allow expansion of development at Bahia Point in Mission Bay Park.
Volunteering
Various Times
San Diego Earth Times!
We'd like someone to do this calendar! Anytime the 4th week of the month. Will train to use PageMaker on a Mac, or use your computer. Call Carolyn 272-7423.
Various Times
San Diego Earth Day
Earth lovers are needed to help with Pacific Beach office tasks and other fun projects. Call 272-7370.
Various Times
San Diego County Parks
Volunteers provided 36% of total staff hours for San Diego County Parks in 1994/95. For information on volunteering, call 694-3044.
Various Times
H.O.W.L.
Helping Our Wildlife is a non-profit organization seeking volunteers to help rescue and rehabilitate orphaned, injured or displaced wildlife. Please call 789-5033.
Various Times
Project Wildlife
Needs volunteers for San Diego's annual baby season. Volunteers are needed to care for baby birds and mammals in their own homes. Rescue/Transport and telephone volunteers are in demand too. Please call S.D. Humane Society @ 579-5083.
Various Times
Peace Resource Center
is a nonprofit clearinghouse for peace, social justice and environmental activities. We need an office volunteer for 4 hours once a week from 11am-3pm, as well as volunteers for mailings, street fairs and other outreach. Call Gary Cagle at 265-0730.
Various Times
Wild Animal Park/Ellen Scripps Garden
Help maintain this wonderful garden of flowers, herbs, tropical plants and trees. Garden is an educational project demonstrating xeriscaping and other environmentally responsible landscaping methods. Flexible schedule. Info: Betty Pharris 283-6000.
Various Times
The National Cat Protection Society
Cat lovers are needed to help with general care, grooming and TLC. Two hours per week time commitment. At 9031 Birch St., Spring Valley. Contact Gail at 469-8771, Tues-Sat 12pm-5pm.
Saturdays
Team Stream
is a dedicated group of individuals who meet every other Saturday, year round, to do restoration work on the Santa Rosa Ecological Reserve west of I-15 and Temecula. More info call Carole at (909) 677-6951.
Saturdays 8:30am - Noon
Tree Planting
Help the Planet - Plant a tree! Join the fun for a greener San Diego and other areas. Bring a shovel and gloves if you have them. Presented by People for Trees. Call 234-TREE for directions. 11/2 & 11/16: Downtown S.D., 11/9: Talmadge, 11/16: Campo Reservation, 11/23: Knox Community & Sherman Hts. Bring gloves, shovels, sunblock and water if you have them!
9 Saturday 9am-Noon
Slough Work Party!
Help Friends of Famosa Slough with planting and weeding native plants, and removing invasive ones. Meet at the corner of Famosa and W. Pt. Loma Blvds. 224-4591 to RSVP to help or for more info.
9,23 Saturdays
Community Renewal & Restoration Project
San Diego Earth Day hosts this 2nd annual event to clean up and restore some of San Diego's natural areas. 11/9: Torrey Pines State Preserve Trail restoration, non-native plant removal, trash removal. 11/23: Sherman Heights Remove trash, graffiti, plant trees, paint a mural. See article on page 14 for details.