For additional event information on the following events that will be taking place in various locations during the month of October in the San Diego County, please contact the Alexiou Team Realtors.

“An Ideal Husband” Lamb’s Players Theatre 11/01 – 11/18
Oscar Wilde’s wit is at its best in this engaging portrait of secrets, compromise, and reconciliation. Tues, Wed, Thur 7:30pm; Fri 8pm, Sat 4pm & 8pm; Sun 2pm. For ticket pricing and more information,visit www.lambplayers.org.

Early Evening:Day of the Dead Celebration 11/01
Mingei International Museum 155 W.Grand Avenue, Escondido 92025, 5pm – 7pm $5 admission, No-host Bar, Mexican food, hot chocolate, sangria; Chula Vista Mariachi
Band, Flamenco guitar and paper flower-making. Mix, meet & socialize – enjoy the exhibition: Paper Transformed.

Escondido Children ’s Museum 11/03
Studio 1, California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 380 N. Escondido Blvd. The museum’s annual toy sale will be held from 10am -3pm (toy donations welcomed). “Discovering Nature ’s Alphabet,” a photo exhibit of English-language letters formed by natural means, is open. “The Science Shack ” is open. “Second Saturday ” family days every month; 10am -2 pm Tuesdays,Thursdays and Fridays, Noon – 4pm Wednesdays and 11am – 3pm Saturdays; $4 general; children under one free; military families half off all admission prices. www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org

7th Annual Union Bank Fall Back Festival 11/04
The historic Gaslamp Quarter will look more like it used to in the 1870 ’s when the annual Fallback Festival takes shape. This street fair is for kids of all ages. So, grab your cowboy hat, spurs and boots and retreat back to life in the late 1800s. Gaslamp Quarter – Fifth Ave & Market Street, 92101 – 11am-4pm, $5 Adults/Kids; under two years are free.

November 04 – FALL BACK
Don ’t forget -“fall back ” on November 4th. Daylight savings ends so move your clocks back one hour Sunday morning!

Amazing Tastes in East County 11/09
A non-profit event benefiting the Maravar people of Southern India. Taste the Signature Dishes of premier East County restaurants! Enjoy live music by Downbeat and a Silent Auction. Tickets are $15 for the evening: 6pm -8pm.

Snow Jam 11/09 – 11/11
EXPO show featuring everything about skiing and snowboarding at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat &Sun 10am -6pm; Adults $15, children under 13 free with paid adult; parking is $9.

“For Their Benefit” – Soccer Golf Fun 11/12
Soccer Golf fun for all ages 3 to 93, at Buena Vista School on Las Flores Drive in Carlsbad, one block east of I-5. Bring ball & pay $15; or use ours and pay $20. Proceeds will send World War II Vets to Washington D.C. to see the new WWII Memorial. Sponsored by VFW Post 7041 in Vista. For more information, call 619-293-5093 or email fortheirbenefit@uniontrib.com

Fall Family Days at Birch Aquarium 11/17
Come and enjoy month long family programs at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps. The programs are included with the price of admission. Kelp Kornucopia 11am – 3pm: Make a kelp plant and taste seaweed! $4 per person. Visit www.aquarium.ucsd.edu for more information.

Star of India Birthday Celebration 11/17
Board San Diego ’s favorite floating landmark to celebrate its 144th birthday. They cut the cake at 1pm, so don ’t be late. Maritime Musuem of San Diego 1492 North Harbor Dr, 92101. Noon – 3pm; Free.

Holiday of Lights 11/22 – 1/01
The Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is a spectacular drive-through light show and exhibit, themed for the holiday season, with more than 400 crowd-pleasing, family-oriented displays. Sundays through Thursdays 5:30pm -10pm, Fri & Sat 5:30pm -11pm; $13.00 per car, up to 5 people $18.00 per vehicle, 6 or more people. $48.00 per bus.

Traditional Nutcracker Tree Lighting 11/27
Experience a spectacle of lights as you enter the Grand Lobby where you will be greeted by a stately fourteen foot tree decorated with nutcrackers and more than a thousand lights. Holiday revelers sample eggnog, spiced mulled wine, hot cocoa, holiday cookies such as pumpkin spice,almond macaroons, chocolate truffles and other treats while listening to traditional holiday caroling.

Lord of the Dance, San Diego Civic Theatre 11/28
A mystical story told through heel-clicking Irish dancers, the Broadway cult hit “Lord of the Dance ” comes to San Diego. Michael Flatley, who originated the primary role, serves as artistic director and oversees all aspects of the production. 7:30pm, tickets $28-$63. 1100 Third Ave 92101.

November Charger Home Games – Go Chargers!!!
See the San Diego Chargers as they play at Qualcomm. For more information please visit their website at www.chargers.com
Sunday 11/4 10am @Minnesota
Sunday 11/11 5:15pm Indianapolis Colts
Sunday 11/18 10am @Jacksonville
Sunday 11/25 1:15pm Baltimore Ravens

Let San Diego pamper your family for Thanksgiving Dinner!
Here are some local suggestions:

14th Annual Thanksgiving Day Cruise
Experience a spectacular holiday buffet complete with all the trimmings aboard a luxurious Hornblower yacht. Includes a boarding glass of champagne and unlimited coffee, tea, soda and juice. Cruise date is 11/22 at 3:30pm, boarding time is at 3pm. For more info or to make reservations, call 888-Hornblower or visit www.hornblower.com

Hilton Garden Inn – Carlsbad Beach
Thanksgiving Day Buffet by the Sea. This will be an indoor/outdoor event. Adults -$36.95,children under ten -$15.95, children under five eat free! Call (760) 476-0800 to reserve your table.

The Westgate Hotel
Thanksgiving – Four Course Gourmet Dinner 1:30pm -10:30pm at Le Grand Café; $55 Adults; $27.50 for children under twelve. A charming dining experience for you, your family and friends to embrace the traditions of Thanksgiving. Enjoy all the offerings of a traditional Thanksgiving complete with all the trimmings, served by The Westgate Hotel ’s world-class service team. For additional information about, reservations or menus please call (619) 557-3655.

Sensational Thanksgiving Buffet
11:00am – 3:00pm Versailles Ballroom & Le Fontainebleau; $55 Adults; $27.50 for children under twelve. Enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving buffet with an extensive award-winning wine list (available upon request), served by The Westgate Hotel’s world-class service team.

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Enjoy a beach side buffet from Noon – 7pm. Adults $65, Children $28. For a complete menu, visit www.paradisepoint.com/thanksgiving. For reservations & information, call (858) 490-6363.

The Shores
11am -7pm La Jolla’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant, combines classic steakhouse favorites and innovative coastal cuisine with spectacular oceanfront views while focusing on exceptional quality and fresh local ingredients. Adults $41.00, $18.95 for children 12 & under, $3.00 per year for children under six years of age. Reservations are recommended (858) 456-0600.

All information is subject to change without notice. Please check with location for up-to-date prices and time schedules.