San Diego Reader

Thursday | 15

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

Pamela Burton reflects on how her practice has evolved in the past 35 years and discusses “how the human psyche perceives and experiences the landscape” for the American Society of Landscape Architects.

Friday | 16

INTERVIEW PRACTICE: SALARY NEGOTIATION

This free San Diego Metro Career Center workshop will help you determine the prevailing wage for your skills and level of expertise, and you can refine your interviewing skills “in a realistic, mock-interview setting.”

AIR NATIONAL GUARD SAN DIEGO BAYFAIR

Air National Guard Hydroplane and Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing are joined by “automotive-powered” Grand Prix West Hydroplanes and series newcomer P1 USA. Among the attractions: ten “unlimited” hydroplanes compete for the Bill Muncey Cup. Also live music, vendors, and carnival games for when you’re not watching the water.

Saturday | 17

AMP MUSIC FESTIVAL

This is an all-day outdoor event with two stages and nine hours of entertainment from the best local talent in the Asian-American community. Performers include 321 Stereo, Vincent Bantasan, and Jesse Barrera.

Sunday | 18

PADDLE FOR CLEAN WATER

Join over 1000 local surfers and ocean enthusiasts in this 20th-annual noncompetitive event. Paddle en masse around the Ocean Beach Pier to bring awareness to the pollution problem along San Diego’s coastline. All human-powered paddle crafts welcome. Free breakfast for paddlers!

FLEET WEEK BIG-BAY FAMILY FESTIVAL

Climb aboard U.S. Navy ships, explore displays, see in-water demonstrations, and chat with sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen. Also: performances by the Navy Band Southwest and Marine Band San Diego and educational exhibits.

Monday | 19

PORTRAIT IN PASTELS

From da Vinci to Picasso, “portraits have had an impact on us all.” In this beginning portrait class led by artist Sally Phillips, you’ll learn to produce “emotional content as well as a likeness.”

Tuesday | 20

MILK LIKE SUGAR

The La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Kirsten Greenidge’s drama about “the challenges of choosing between the safety of the life you know and the danger of the life you desire.” Directed by Rebecca Taichman.

Wednesday | 21

FRIENDS OF THE BADGE

San Diego police officers and chief William Lansdowne offer an inside look at exactly what police officers do and the “tremendous impact made possible through citizen support.” See demonstrations by SWAT team and K-9 units, and check out tools and equipment used by the department.