SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK Gastronomy Galore! The 10th Annual San Diego
BABYCAKES’ FRIDAYS ON FIFTH With the void soon to be left on Friday eve-
nings due to the closing of Top of the Park at the historic Inn at the Park, we may have found a worthy replacement—Babycake’s is stepping up its Friday nights! The view might not be of the spectacular bay sunsets, but really, who was looking at anything other than the pretty boys on the roof? Join the gang on Friday, January 24 and every Friday thereafter for a FRESH Weekend Kick Off event. Church on Sundays at the venue has become a standard “must do” weekend party, so why not start “sinning” early on Friday so you can “repent” on Sunday, all within the same sanctuary? And you won’t even have to genuflect… I’m not sayin’ a thing about whether or not you kneel, that’s between you and your “confessor!” Babycakes is located at 3766 5th Avenue, for more infor- mation check out their facebook page, call 619.296.4173 or go
tobabycakessandiego.com.
Restaurant Week hits the plate running from Sunday, January 19 through Friday, January 24 and will feature many of the top restaurants in the city—and oh man (or woman), the sustenance is stu- pendous! We are home to some of the world’s most tantalizing restaurants and talented master chefs, so come sample the best the city has to offer with a full week of delicious dining. You can choose from over 180 of San Diego’s most delightful and delicious for a three-course prix fixe dinner menu for just $25, $35 or $45, or a prix fixe lunch at $10, $15, or $20 per person, depending on the restaurant. No coupons or cards are necessary; just place a call to your restaurant of choice for a reservation. September’s event was a smashing success, with more expected in January, so make your reservations early! For more information, or to view a complete list of par- ticipating locations in San Diego Restaurant Week, please call 619.233.5008 or
visitsandiegorestaurantweek.com.
KATHY GRIFFIN Everybody’s favorite two-time Emmy-win-
ning comedic and way-beyond-the-d-lister, Kathy Griffin, is set to appear at SoCal’s Pala Casino Events Center stage onSaturday, Janu- ary 11. Come and join the fun as she lampoons the rich and famous, pokes fun at just about everything while coloring her humor with a whole lot of depth. Griffin has been at this for a long time and has honed her craft to a razor’s edge, ever-challenging conventions and those who cling to them. This lady continues to streak across the sky like a comet—poking fun at man- and woman-kinds ridiculousness, delivering not-so-subtle punches, lobbing rainbows and more than a few fireballs in her attempt to make us see things a little differently. Tickets are on sale with no service charge at the Pala Box Office, or online through
startickets.com. For more information call 877.946.7252 or go
topalacasino.com.
MODERN LOVE Now that we can get married, how to plan for the
who, what, where and how many? For a totally cre- ative approach to your fabulous wedding shindig, consider attending this non-conformity nuptial planning event to be held at the historic Lafayette Hotel on Sunday, January 5. Featured vendors in- clude, photographers, planners, caterers, entertain- ers and other creative solutions for your upcoming ceremony. As Amy June of Amy June Weddings and Events and Chris Wojdak of Chris Wojdak Photog- raphy have said, “As professionals in the San Diego wedding industry, we speak to a lot of couples. Many told us they just weren’t finding what they were look- ing for in a traditional bridal show. And we get it! So we brainstormed and thought of this event. We hope it helps you! Love is Love!” For more information go to
modernloveshow.com or to purchase tickets go
toeventbrite.com.
MINK: An Otter’s More Fabulous Cousin The title kinda says it all… Grace Towers and
Shaun Flak are taking over The Merrow at 1271 University Avenue for as they call it, “the newest and latest fag party on University Avenue.” It’s a place where masculinity and femininity hold very little ground, where they incorporate art, fashion and house music for a night of fabulous fun. It’s filled with international diva talent in a new queer-friendly atmosphere, featuring an interactive performance piece, The Making of Grace Towers live on stage. Launch night is Saturday, January 4 and is Ms. Towers’ official birthday party, so come help her celebrate in her first appearance back in San Diego since her city reassignment surgery. To purchase tickets go
toeventbrite.com.
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN FUND The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) is marking
the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service, Martin Luther King Day, withMLK Day of Service for LGBT homeless youth. Join in onSunday, January 19 at Hess Brewery, 3158 Grim Street from 2 to 4 p.m., where donation drives will be organized for personal care items, winter accessories, school sup- plies and other essentials. HRC San Diego also hopes to organize the support and generosity of San Diego companies to contribute to this collaborative effort for our LGBT San Diego youth. Also onWednesday, January 29 HRC will be holding Financial Strate- gies for the LGBT Community at Bair Financial Services, 3131 Camino Del Rio North, 12th Floor. And don’t forget to attend the January Social on Tues- day, January 21 at Busalacchi’s A Modo Mio, 3707 Fifth Avenue, with featured guest speaker District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis. For more information go to
hrc.org.
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