San Diego Reader

Thursday | 30

WONDERS OF THE SEA

The “Ocean Authors” series at Birch Aquarium at Scripps commences with the unveiling of author and photographer Marc Shargel’s new book, Wonders of the Sea Volume Three: Hidden Treasures of California’s Far North Coast, providing insight on the creation of marine-protected areas.

Friday | 1

MAGIC LOUNGE

Enjoy dinner and a show as San Diego’s top magicians dazzle you. Entertainment will be provided by Magic Castle funnyman Terry Lunceford, illusionist Joe Mystic, sleight-of-hand “con man” Magic Mike Stilwell, Derek Ostovani, and James Kellogg Jr. Dancing follows the show.

Saturday | 2

CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA CELEBRATES 100 YEARS

Festivities begin with a parade — led by grand marshal Marion Ross — that will travel from the Cardiff Post Office to Glen Park in Encinitas to enjoy vendors, games, live music, food, and a historical exhibit from Friends of the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library and the San Dieguito Heritage Museum.

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

The San Diego Junior Theatre presents this “musical journey with two fun-seeking amphibians who could not be more different from each other, yet remain the best of friends,” based on Newbery and Caldecott–awarded books by Arnold Lobel.

Sunday | 3

WELCOME TO THE BEAUMONT HOTEL

A Bit o’ Burlesque presents its Burlesque and Cabaret Extravaganza at the Community Actors Theatre. This dance company aims to deliver “sassy, saucy, and humorous entertainment.”

Monday | 4

OLD-FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY

Celebrate in turn-of-the-century style with rides on the Poway-Midland Railroad and mock train robberies and gunfights. Also, see model trains on display, blacksmiths making iron and forging metal into tools, hear live music throughout the day, and kids can partake in a variety of activities.

BIG BAY BOOM 2011

The Fourth of July is not complete without rocket’s red glare and the latest in firework technology. Fireworks will be launched simultaneously from barges placed off Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village, the Coronado Ferry Landing, and Imperial Beach.

Tuesday | 5

KITCHEN KNOW-HOW: COOKING 101

Graduate from the microwave! Learn about the necessary equipment for basic recipes, how to stock a pantry, proper storage for preventing foodborne illnesses, and various cooking techniques (and when to use them).

Wednesday | 6

ASIAN BARBECUE

It’s summer time, and balmy evenings lend themselves to dining al fresco. Bone up on your grill skills with the executive chef of Twenty/20 Grill & Wine Bar Steven Patrick, author of The Fire Magic BBQ Cookbook. Learn techniques and pick up tips.