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EVENTS
ART SAN DIEGO: CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR Sept. 2-5. More than 50 galleries will showcase paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, videos, and cutting-edge multimedia artworks. The fair includes a VIP Opening Night, distinguished guest speakers, luxury brand displays, city-wide cultural programs and exclusive wine and food events. Hilton San Diego Bayfront, One Park Blvd., San Diego, 619.564.3333. www.artsandiego-fair.com

FESTIVAL OF SAIL 2010 Sept. 2-5. Cannon fire will salute the entrance of tall ships from all over the world as they parade around San Diego Bay passing by Harbor Island, Shelter Island, Seaport Village and the Coronado Bridge ending up at the Maritime Museum's docks. The five day event includes live entertainment, cruises on San Diego Bay, cannon battles, sailing on racing yachts, over 150 arts and craft vendors, multitude of food options, interaction with pirates, and more. Adults $15; Senior/Military/Kids $10; 5 yrs/under free. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, 619.234.9153. www.sdmaritime.org

JULIAN GRAPE STOMP FESTA Sept. 4. Every September Julian celebrates the harvest of the grapes with a real, old-world style grape stomp and festa at the Menghini Winery. The grape stomp provides two barrels for stomping--one for adults and one for children. The atmosphere is created by Italian music by Roman Holiday, dancing, Bocci Ball competitions, stomping, wine tasting, a Jumbo Jump for the kids and a variety of food and crafts for sale. Adults 21 and over $10; General admission $5, kids 5 and under are free. 11 am – 7 pm. 1150 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, 760.765.2072. www.julianca.com

LABOR DAY JAZZ FESTIVAL Sept. 5. Enjoy the musical sounds of Glen Fisher, Reggie Smith, Patrick Yandall, Monet Marino-Keita, Larry Mitchell, James East, Vertice Williams, Trena Steward, Max Zappe, Tony Lee and many more. Admission is $20. 6 pm – 1 am. Humphreys Backstage Live, 2241 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, 619.224.3577. www.humphreysbackstagelive.com

CINEMA UNDER THE STARS Ongoing (Th-Su). Classic and newer films screened outdoors; films begin at 8:30 pm. Sept. 2-3: Chocolat. 4040 Goldfinch St., Mission Hills, 619.295.4221. www.topspresents.com

MUSIC
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY SUMMER POPS Sept. 3-5. The Summer Pops wouldn’t be complete without the traditional Pops farewell featuring the world’s greatest composers including Amadeus Mozart and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and his thunderous 1812 Overture. Also on the program: 15yo violin phenom Chad Hoopes. Embarcadero Marina Park South, Embarcadero, 619.235.0804. www.sandiegosymphony.com

SPORTS
SAN DIEGO PADRES Sept. 3-5. The San Diego Padres take on the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. 100 Park Blvd., East Village, 619.795.5000. sandiego.padres.mlb.com

THEATER
THE LAST ROMANCE Through Sept. 12. America's favorite mother comes home. Marion Ross ("Happy Days," "The Drew Carey Show," "Brothers & Sisters") returns to The Globe to star with her life partner, Paul Michael in this new romantic comedy. A crush can make anyone feel young again – even a widower named Ralph. On an ordinary day in a routine life, Ralph decides to take a different path on his daily walk – one that leads him to an unexpected second chance at love. Old Globe, Sheryl & Harvey White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, 619.234.5623. www.theoldglobe.org

MIX TAPE Through Sept. 19. Reagan was in the White House, Michael Jackson was at the top of the charts and a "mix tape" of favorite tunes was the ultimate in self-expression. Get ready to put on your Members Only jacket and leg-warmers as this ‘80s rock show blasts you into the past. Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado, 619.437.0600. www.lambsplayers.org

THE NORMAN CONQUESTS Through Nov. 7. This trilogy of full-length comedies (Table Manners, Round and Round the Garden, Living Together) performed in rotating repertory, focuses on a quiet weekend in the country which turns to mayhem when Norman, a charming assistant librarian, schemes to take a holiday with his wife's sister. The wild antics of Norman and his oddball in-laws will take you from hysterics to tears and back. Cygnet Theatre in Old Town, 4040 Twiggs St., Old Town, 619.337.1525. www.cygnettheatre.com

SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Through Sept. 26. The Old Globe presents The Taming of the Shrew, The Madness of George III and King Lear, performed in nightly repertory on the outdoor stage. THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Through Sept. 26. Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew is the quintessential battle-of-the-sexes comedy. Baptista has two daughters that need to be married off – Bianca; docile, beautiful and much sought after by the noble men of the town, and Katherine; ill-tempered and shrewish, with an acid tongue that no man can tame. Lowell Davies Festival Theater at the Old Globe Theatre; THE MADNESS OF GEORGE III Through Sept. 24. In the years immediately following the American Revolutionary War, this powerful play explores the majestic court of England's King George III and his deterioration into madness and his determination to hold on to political power from those around him. Lowell Davies Festival Theater at the Old Globe Theatre; KING LEAR Through Sept. 23. Shakespearean drama about an aging king who must divide his kingdom among his three daughters. King Lear is the ultimate family drama told against a background of intense political intrigue. Lowell Davies Festival Theater at the Old Globe; 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, 619.234.5623. www.theoldglobe.org