San Diego Reader

Thursday | 28

STUFF PARISIANS LIKE

Olivier Magny, the founder of the O Chateau wine-tasting school in Paris and a syndicated European television host, visits Upstart Crow Bookshop & Coffee House in Seaport Village to discuss his new book. He’ll be joined by chefs Ron Oliver and Bernard Guillas for a “rousing discussion.”

Friday | 29

DR. HORRIBLE’S SING-ALONG BLOG LIVE!

Chinese Pirate Productions presents a fan-driven stage adaptation of Joss Whedon’s comedy about an aspiring super-villain attempting to join the Evil League of Evil. Brush up on “It’s a Brand New Day,” and remember the punch line when Captain Hammer says, “And these are not the hammer.”

LA JOLLA FASHION FILM FESTIVAL

The “first international fashion film festival founded in North America” begins at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego with an opening-night reception followed by a film screening at the museum’s theater and an after-party and director’s reception.

Saturday | 30

GROW YOUR OWN MUSHROOMS

Sam Andrasko from the Petri Plate will demonstrate how you can grow mushrooms in the comfort of your home. Head to the North Park Library to experience “a new way to grow organically.”

REDHEADED PARTY

Bring your own redhead and camouflage your “non-redheaded friends” with a red wig and enjoy sloshball, three-legged races, and a pie-eating contest. Feel free to BYOB, and note that organizers will provide “a few kegs.”

Sunday | 31

SEE IT, SENSE IT, SAVE IT!

Cheetah Outreach hosts a fundraiser at Bamboo Lounge with a concert by Urban Nomads. A real live cheetah, Victor, will make an appearance with his handlers from Wild Wonders. Enjoy wine and appetizers and learn about the plight of cheetahs.

Monday | 1

MERCURY INSURANCE OPEN

Top tennis stars take part in a 56-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles draw for this Women’s Tennis Association tournament at La Costa Resort and Spa. Competitors include Kim Clijsters, Ana Ivanovic, Vera Zvonareva, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Agnieszka Radwanska, and other famous, difficult-to-pronounce names.

Tuesday | 2

PERFECT PEACHES

Cookbook author Phillis Carey showcases peaches “with both savory and sweet accents.” In this cooking demonstration, recipes include curried chicken and peach sauté with mango chutney.

Wednesday | 3

FIVE-COURSE LOVE

The North Coast Repertory Theatre stages Gregg Coffin’s comedy musical in which three people — Kevin B. McGlynn, Omri Schein, and Kristen Mengelkoch — play 15 characters in 90 minutes.