CRUISE: B Natural and Nude Blues play dance tunes on 19th Century Mississippi-style paddlewheel boat The Bahia Belle. Fridays & Saturdays. Cruise begins at 7:30 and boards every half hour, music at 8:30pm. $6. Bahia Hotel, 998 W. Mission Bay Dr. & Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. 539-7779.

EXHIBIT: "About Faces" features masks, mirrors, graphic images, computers and video. Opens daily at 9:30am. $10. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. 238-1233.

EXHIBIT: Robson Gallery displays new works by John Asaro and other regional artists. Through Sept. 30. Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm & by appointment. Free. Robson Gallery, 535 4th Ave. (619) 234-7356.

EXHIBIT: "The Nature of Diamonds" features dozens of gems and jewels on loan from public and private collections. Through Sept. 19. Daily, 9:30am-4:30pm. $12. San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park. (619) 232-3821.

EXHIBIT: "Design Worlds/Diseno Mundos." Through 2000. Tues.-Fri., 10am-3pm; Sat. & Sun., 10am-4pm. $6. Children's Museum, 200 W. Island Ave. (619) 233-KIDS.

EXHIBIT: "World War II Through Russian Eyes" at the Balboa Park Exhibit Hall. Through Sept. 30. Mon., 11am-4:30pm; Tues.-Sun., 9am-5pm. $12. 2111 Pan American Plaza. (619) 239-4844.

EXHIBIT: "Transcending the Solid: A Body of Work by Donal Hord." Through Oct. 10. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4:30pm. $5. San Diego Historical Society, 1649 El Prado,Balboa Park. 232-6203.

EXHIBIT: "Images from the Andes: Venezuelan Folk Art." Through Jan. 1, 2000. Daily, 10am-4:30pm. $5. San Diego Museum of Man, 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park. 239-2001.

EXHIBIT: "Conversations in Culture: A Tenth Anniversary Retrospective" featuring carvings, figurines, jewelry, blown glass & pottery by Native American artisans. Through April 30, 2000. Daily, 10am-4:30pm. $5. San Diego Museum of Man, 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park. 239-2001.

EXHIBIT: "Folk Art of Mexico" includes ceramics, metal work, textiles, baskets, toys & masks. Through June 2000. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4pm. $5. Mingei International Museum, 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park. 239-0003.

EXHIBIT: "The Art of Healing: Wind, Water, Relaxation." Through 1999. Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. The Sculpture Garden, 2955 Elmwood Ave., Carlsbad. (760) 434-2920.

EXHIBIT: "Arrows of the SpiritÐNorth American Indian Adornment from Prehistory to the Present." Through Jan. 30, 2000. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4pm. $5. Mingei International Museum, 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park. 239-0003.

EXHIBIT: "The Nazi Olympics Berlin 1936" explores the 1936 Summer Games awarded to Berlin before Adolf Hitler's rise to power in 1933. Through Jan. 2, 2000. Daily, 10am-4:30pm. $4. San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park. (619) 234-2544.

EXHIBIT: "Color Splashes" by Offtrack Gallery September artist of the month, Maryann Schigur. Through September. Daily, 9am-6pm. Offtrack Gallery, 510 N. Coast hwy. 101, Encinitas. (760) 942-3636.

EXHIBIT: "100 Years of Automotive Progress: Mirroring the Evolution of San Diego from the Early 1900s into the Year 2000" opens at the San Diego Automotive Museum. Through Jan. 31, 2000. Daily, 10am-4:30pm. $7. 2080 Pan American Plaza, No. 12, Balboa Park. (619) 231-2886.

EXHIBIT: "O. Winston Link: Memories and Machines," a photographic exhibition of the New York photographer's works. Through Oct. 31. Tues.-Fri., 11am-4pm; Sat. & Sun., 11am-5pm. $3. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 696-0199.

EXHIBIT: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center presents "Punch Cards to PC's: The Computer Revolution." Through 1999. Opens daily at 9:30am. $10. Balboa Park. (619) 238-1233.

EXHIBIT: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center presents "Meteor Storm," a new virtual reality attraction. Through Dec. 31. Opens daily at 9:30am. $10. Balboa Park. (619) 238-1233.

EXHIBIT: "A Unique American Vision: The Paintings of Gregory Gillespie." Through Sept. 12. Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., noon-5pm; Wed. until 8pm. $4. Museum of Contemporary Art, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. (858) 454-3541.

EXHIBIT: "Valeska Soares: Vanishing Point," features the sculptural works of the Brazilian artist. Through Oct. 17. Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., noon-5pm. $2. Museum of Contemporary Art Downtown, 1001 Kettner Blvd. (619) 234-1001.

EXHIBIT: "Artists Guild 1999" presents the work of the San Diego Museum of Art's Artist Guild members, juried by Billie Milam Weisman. Through Sept. 12. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4:30pm. $8. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 232-7931.

EXHIBIT: "Paper + Finland = Art" features contemporary work in paper by 18 Finnish artists organized by the American Craft Museum. Through Oct. 31. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4pm. $5. Mingei International Museum, Balboa Park. (619) 239-0003.

EXHIBIT: "El Alma del Pueblo: Spanish Folk Art and its Transformation in the Americas." Through Oct. 31. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4:30pm. $8. San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 232-7931.

EXHIBIT: A two-person show with painter Pat Kelly and ceramic artist Sayoko Becker at Santa Ysabel Art Gallery. Through Sept. 26. Wed.-Sun., 10am-5pm. 30352 Hwy. 78 at Hwy. 79. (760) 765-1676.

EXHIBIT: "Desire and Discipline," an exhibit of oil paintings by Leslie Parke that capture the art of boxing. Through Sept. 30. Daily, 10am-5:30pm. $4. The San Diego Hall of Champions, 2131 Pan America Plaza, Balboa Park. (619) 234-2544.

EXHIBIT: The Baja California portrait artist Tatiana Favella will present her premier U.S. exhibition "Ethnic Groups of Baja California" in cooperation with the San Diego Historical Society. Through Sept. 6. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4:30pm. $5. Serra Museum, Presidio Park, Old Town. (619) 232-6203.

EXHIBIT: "Portraits East and West," a photographic retrospective of work on the East and West coasts of the United States by portraitist Antony di Gesu. Through October. Tues.-Sun., 10am-4:30pm. $5. San Diego Historical society Museum, Balboa Park. (619) 232-6203.

EXHIBIT: The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library presents the 8th Annual Juried Art Exhibition featuring San Diego County artists. Through Sept. 11. Tues.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Wed. until 8:30pm. Free. 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. (619) 454-5872.

EXHIBIT: The San Diego Women's Caucus For Art hosts its Seventh Annual Members' Show. Through Sept. 19. Lyceum Theater Gallery, Horton Plaza, 4th & Broadway. (619) 426-8962.

EXHIBIT: The Museum of Photographic Arts presents "Han Nguyen: In Studio" in its temporary location in the Downtown Museum of Contemporary Art. Through Oct. 17. Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm: Sun., noon-5pm. $2. 1001 Kettner Blvd. (619) 238-7559.

FILM: "Mysteries of Egypt" unlocks myths and reveals masterpieces of the ancient land. Through Sept. 30. Call for daily schedule. $10. Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. 238-1233.

FILM: IMAX film "Island of the Sharks" at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. Through Sept. 30. Call for daily schedule. $10. Balboa Park. (619) 238-1233.

HORSE RACING: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club hosts its 1999 season. Through Sept. 8. Post time, 2pm daily with the exception of 4 O'Clock Fridays (call for other exceptions); closed Tuesdays. $3. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. (619) 755-1141.

PERFORMANCE: The comedy "Triple Espresso" plays eight times per week at The Horton Grand Theatre. Weds. & Thurs., 7:30pm; Fri., 8pm; Sat., 1, 5 & 8pm; Sun., 3 & 7pm. $32.50-$34.50. 444 4th Ave. 234-9583.

PERFORMANCE: "Forever Plaid" performs 8 shows a week at The Theatre in Old Town. Tues.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 5 & 8pm; Sun., 3 & 7pm. $25-$35. 4040 Twiggs St. (619) 688-2494.

PERFORMANCE: Lamb's Players Theatre presents "Till We Have Faces" by C.S. Lewis. Through Sept. 19. Tues.-Thurs., 7:30pm; Fri., 8pm; Sat., 4:30pm & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$34. 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado. (619) 437-0600.

PERFORMANCE: "Thunder Knocking on the Door," a mystical musical fable by Keith Glover. Through August 15. Tues.-Sun., 8pm. $23-$39. Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. 239-2255.

PERFORMANCE: San Diego Playgoers Series presents Broadway hit "Jekyll & Hyde." Through Sept. 5. Tues.-Thurs., 7:30pm; Fri., 8pm; Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 1:30 & 6:30pm. $24-$54.50. Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St. (619) 570-1100.

PERFORMANCE: The Coronado Playhouse presents the Third Annual Free Outdoor Shakespeare Festival, featuring "The Tempest" starring Terence Burke as Prospero. Through Sept. 5. Fri.-Sun., 7pm. Free. 1775 Strand Way. (619) 435-4856.

EXHIBIT: Many Hands Cooperative Art Gallery presents works in glass by artists Mary Dolan and Robbie Santolucito. Through Sept. 30. Daily, 11am-6pm; Fri. until 9pm. 302 Island Ave., Ste. 101. (619) 557-8303.

FILM: Garden Cabaret presents the 1959 film "Some Like It Hot," starring Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis. Through Sept. 5. Doors at 7:30pm, film at 8:30pm. $8. 4040 Goldfinch St. (619) 295-4221.

THEATER: The Sixth Annual Fritz Blitz of New Plays presents Julia Edwards' "The Ravaging." Through Sept. 5. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 7pm. $10. Fritz Theater, 420 3rd Ave. (619) 233-7505.

EVENT: More than 300 quilts are on display at the 18th annual San Diego Quilt Show, with guest artist Terry Clothier Thompson, noted quilt artist, historian, writer and pattern designer. Through Sept. 5. Fri. & Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-4pm. $7. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. (619) 443-2706.

PERFORMANCE: The San Diego Symphony's Summer Pops season wraps with "Russian Nights" conducted by Jung-Ho Pak. Through Sept. 5. 7:30pm. $10-$50. Navy Pier, 960 N. Harbor Dr. (619) 220-TIXS.

PERFORMANCE: The Old Globe Theatre presents Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor." Through Oct. 9. Tues.-Sun., 8pm. $23-$39. 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. (619) 239-2255.

EXHIBIT: "Discovering Nature's Treasures," a show of recent watermedia paintings by Joan McKasson. Through Oct. 2. Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm. The Artists Gallery, 7420 Girard Ave., La Jolla. (619) 459-5844.

EVENT: TheatreSports Competition of Improvisational Comedy. 8pm. Also held on Sept. 22. $9. 6@Penn Studio, 3704 6th Ave. (619) 465-SHOW.

EXHIBIT: "Encore" is the title of a display of work by MiraCosta College's art faculty, including ceramics, sculpture, computer art, photography, prints, watercolors and more. Through Sept. 30. Mon.-Thurs., 11am-2pm; Tues. & Wed., 6-7:30pm. Free. One Barnard Dr., Oceanside. (760) 795-6657.

JAZZ: San Diego Museum of Art presents Jazz in the Park, "Light and Latin with Elena Duran." 5:30pm. $7-$9. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 696-1966.

CONCERT: The San Diego Museum of Art presents Elena Duran in concert. 7:30pm. $17.50-$22.50. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 696-1966.

EVENT: The Port of San Diego hosts the first-ever U.S. Sculpting Symposium, with worldwide sculptors carving original works of art out of 8-ton blocks of Colorado marble. Through Oct. 1, 2000. Broadway Pier. (619) 686-6200.

EVENT: The 5th Annual San Diego BayKeeper Benefit features food, wine beer, special guests and music. Reception featuring book signings with Robert Kennedy Jr. and Ingrid Croce, 5pm, $50; dinner, 7pm, $150; concert with A.J. Croce, 9-10:30pm, $25. Croce's Restaurants and Nightclub, 802 5th Ave. (619) 299-4484.

EVENT: Street Scene marks its 16th year with 25 blocks of food, parades, crafts, and an array of blues, jazz, rock, world, funk and other varieties of music. Through Sept. 12. Fri., 5pm-midnight & Sat. 4pm-midnight, $27 in advance, $30 day of show; Sun., 1-7pm, $20 in advance, $25 day of show. Gaslamp Quarter. (619) 350-3333.

PERFORMANCE: Eveoke Dance Theatre premieres "Soulos..Silver," choreographed by Gina Angelique, on the docks Downtown. Through Sept. 19. Sept. 10-12 & 17-19, 8pm. $5 & $10. At the foot of Broadway Street Pier. (619) 238-1153.

PERFORMANCE: First United Methodist Church of Chula Vista presents "The Music Man" starring Greg Eubanks. Through Sept. 18. Fri. & Sat., 8pm. $8. Outdoor Stage, 915 Paseo Ranchero. (619) 656-2525.

CLASS: Learn to clean, cut, pyro-engrave, paint and embellish your own unique gourd when Quail Botanical Gardens hosts a Gourd Art Class. 9:30am-2:30pm. $35 for members, $45 for nonmembers. Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. (760) 436-3036.

PERFORMANCE: First Unitarian Universalist Church presents "All of Us: Beyond Race and Gender," a drama by Gregg Ward. 7:30pm. $5.4190 Front St., Hillcrest. (619) 298-9978.

PERFORMANCE: The La Jolla Chamber Music Society presents the Boshoi Classical Collection. Through Sept. 12. 8pm. $30-$75. Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B St. (619) 459-3728.

EVENT: "Heart Health for the Whole Family," sponsored by UCSD Healthcare and UCSD Cardiovascular Center in conjunction with KYXY 96.5, provides health tips and information on diagnosis and treatment. 6-8:30pm. Free. Price Center, UCSD Campus. (800) 926-UCSD.

PERFORMANCE: The San Diego Museum of Art presents The Performance Series with "La Tania! Spanish Flamenco." Through Sept. 16. 7:30pm. $20-$25. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 696-1966.

EVENT: San Diego County Hispanic Chamber presents the "Viva El Mariachi!" Festival. 8pm. $15-$50. Starlight Bowl, Balboa Park. (619) 702-0790.

EXHIBIT: Sushi Performance & Visual Art presents "In Conquest of Action" by Luke Matjas and "Interventions II" by Abigail Sims. Through Oct. 23. Thurs.-Sat., noon-4pm or by appointment. Sushi Performance and Visual Arts Space, 320 11th Ave. (619) 235-8466.

PERFORMANCE: Sushi Performance & Visual Art presents "Swimming in the Dark,"ÐThe Best of David Cale. Through Sept. 25. Sept. 16-20 & 23-25, 8pm. $20. Sushi Performance and Visual Arts Space, 320 11th Ave. (619) 235-8466.

CONCERT: San Diego Folk Heritage presents Alice Stuart & Prune Rooney performing a mix of alternative, country, blues, funk and traditional music. 8pm. $10. San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas. (858) 566-4040.

CONCERT: The California Center for the Arts, Escondido celebrates the opening weekend of its 1999-2000 Performing Arts Season with a concert by Kenny G. 8pm. $45-$70. California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. (800) 98-TICKETS.

EVENT: The annual Harvest Festival arts & crafts marketplace features exhibitors, festival cuisine and entertainment. Through Sept. 19. Fri., noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-8pm: Sun., 10am-6pm. $7.50. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. (707) 778-6300.

FILM: A screening of the 1954 Disney movie "20,000 Leagues Under The Sea" on the sails of the tall ship "Star of India." Through Sept. 18. Gate opens at 7pm, film at dusk. $10. San Diego Maritime Museum, 1492 N. Harbor Dr. (619) 234-9153.

PERFORMANCE: The Connoisseur Series at SDSU presents pianist Kevin Kenner. 7pm. $10-$15. Smith Recital Hall, SDSU Campus. (619) 594-6884.

THEATER: SDSU Dept. of Theatre presents David Mamet's "Speed the Plow." Through Sept. 26. Sept. 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25, 8pm; Sept. 19 & 26, 2pm. $9-$13. Experimental Theater, SDSU Campus. (619) 594-6884.

AWARDS CEREMONY: Cox Communications Presents: A Salute To Teachers. 7pm. Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St. (619) 292-3753.

CONCERT: The California Center for the Arts, Escondido celebrates the opening weekend of its 1999-2000 Performing Arts Season with a concert by Marvin Hamlisch. 8pm. $30-$55. California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. (800) 98-TICKETS.

EVENT: Chula Vista's Harbor Days and Tall Ship Festival, with tall ships, maritime activities, live music and dance stage entertainment. Through Sept. 19. 10am-5pm both days. Free. Chula Vista Yacht Harbor. (619) 426-2882.

EVENT: The 1999 Point Loma Village Cultural Faire with entertainment and local artists, is presented by The Peninsula Chamber. 10am-5pm. Free. The intersection of Scott & Canon streets. (619) 223-9767.

EVENT: The Museum of Contemporary Art hosts A Night in Monte Carlo Goes to Las Vegas, with food, music, cocktails, a silent auction, charity gaming, dancing and more. 7pm-1am. $60-$1,000; tables available. 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. (858) 454-3541, Ext. 121.

EVENT: The San Diego County Bar Foundation board of directors hosts An Evening in La Jolla, featuring spectacular views, hors d'oeuvres and live music. 6:30pm. Call for location. (619) 588-8420.

PERFORMANCE: North Coast Repertory Theatre presents "The Diary of Anne Frank." Through Oct. 31. Thurs.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2 & 7pm; call for exceptions. $18-$20. 987 D Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach. (888)776-NCRT.

PERFORMANCE: First Unitarian Universalist Church presents the trio Stereo Dogs in a program entitled "Eclectic Electric" to kick off its Fall 1999 Concert Series. 7:30pm. $8.4190 Front St., Hillcrest. (619) 298-9978.

THEATER: The Old Globe Theatre presents Donald Margulies' "Collected Stories." Through Oct. 23. Tues.-Sat., 8pm; Sat. & Sun., 2pm; Sun., 7pm. $23-$39. 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. (619) 239-2255.

THEATER: The Old Globe Theatre presents Irish comedy "The Hostage." Through Oct. 31. Tues.-Sat., 8pm; Sat. & Sun., 2pm; Sun., 7pm. $23-$39. 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. (619) 239-2255.

PERFORMANCE: San Diego Playgoers Series presents award-winning musical "Les Miserables." Through Oct. 3. Tues.-Thurs., 7:30pm; Fri., 8pm; Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 1:30 & 7pm. $17-$67. Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St. (619) 570-1100.

PERFORMANCE: La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of "Wonderland," directed by Lisa Peterson. Through Oct. 17. Opening night, 7pm. Tues.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 7pm; Sat. & Sun. matinees, 2pm. $21-$45. La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr. (619) 550-1010.

CONCERT: The Irish TenorsÐJohn McDermott, Anthony Kearns and Ronan TynanÐand the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. 8pm. $30, $45 & $70. San Diego Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. (619) 224-4171 or (888) ETM-TIXS.

EXHIBIT: "David Carson Designs" is a retrospective of work by the New York graphic designer, art director and film director. Through Nov. 30. Thurs.-Sat., 1-6pm & by appointment. Spruce Street Forum, 301 Spruce St. (619) 295-0301.

THEATER: San Diego Repertory Theatre presents "Bandido! The American Melodrama of Tiburcio Vasquez, Notorious California Bandit." Through Oct. 17. Wed.-Sat., 8pm; Sun. & Tues., 7pm; Sun., 2pm: Wed. matinees, Oct. 6 & 13, 2pm. $21-$34. Lyceum Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza. (619) 544-1000.

EVENT: The annual Adams Avenue Street Fair, featuring a performance of "City For Sale" by the San Francisco Mime Troupe on the live theatre stage bet. 35th & Bancroft at 1 & 4pm. Through Sept. 26. Free. (619) 282-7329.

EVENT: A gathering of artists, food and entertainment is set on the streets of La Jolla at the 7th annual Art Festival in the Village of La Jolla. Through Sept. 26. Sept. 25, 10am-7pm: Sept. 26, 10am-5pm. Free. Prospect, Wall, Gerard and Herschel streets. (619) 645-8484.

EXHIBIT: "Star Wars: The Magic of Myth," featuring original artwork, props, models, costumes and more from the "Star Wars" film saga, opens at the San Diego Museum of Art. Through Jan. 2, 2000. Sun.-Thurs., 9am-6pm; Fri. & Sat., 9am-8pm. $10-$12. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 232-7931.

EXHIBIT: The San Diego Bonsai Club's "Fall Bonsai Show." Guest speaker Bruce Asakawa, KSDO radio personality and editor of "Over The Hedge" magazine, appears on Sept. 26. at 11am. 10am-5pm both days. Free. Casa del Prado, Rm. 101, Balboa Park. (619) 699-8776.

PERFORMANCE: The San Dieguito Performing Arts Association presents the Orchestra of San Dieguito with pianist Tammy Zhou. 7pm. $15. David H. Thompson Fine Arts Center, La Costa Canyon High School Campus, 3451 Camino de los Coches, Carlsbad. (760) 752-5078.

SHOWCASE: View a 1912 Bankers Hill estate originally designed by local architect William Sterling Hebbard at the 1999 ASID/St. Vincent de Paul Village Designer Showcase. Through Oct. 31. Mon.-Thurs., 10am-4pm; Fri. 10am-8pm; Sat. & Sun., 10am-5pm. $13 before Sept. 15, $15 after. (619) 687-1066.

PERFORMANCE: San Diego Mini-Concerts presents Dr. Cecil Lytle as part of its Brown Bag series. Noon. Free. Lyceum Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza. (858) 454-6522.

EVENT: Stroll along the harbor and enjoy 20 waterfront restaurants at the 3rd annual Taste of Downtown at the Waterfront to benefit the Downtown San Diego Partnership. 5:30-9pm. $15. Along the Downtown waterfront. (619) 234-0201.

FILM: The San Diego Museum of Art presents "Rashomon" as part of its Kurosawa Retrospective film series. 7:30pm. $5-$7. 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. (619) 696-1966.

LECTURE: Philippe de Montebello, director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, speaks at the finale of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library's 100th anniversary celebration. 7:30pm. $125. 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. (858) 454-5872.

FILM: Garden Cabaret presents the 1963 Alfred Hitchcock film "The Birds" starring Tippi Hedren and Rod Taylor. Through Oct. 1. Doors at 7:30pm, film at 8:30pm. $8. 4040 Goldfinch St. (619) 295-4221.

EXHIBIT: Local printmakers Raymond Brownfield, Jacqueline Dotson, Brigitte Feucht, Robert Fritsch, Sfona Pelah, Julianne Ricksecker and Angelika Villagrana present their Seventh Annual Exhibition. Through Oct. 14. 11am-4pm daily. Gallery 21, Spanish Village,Balboa Park. (619) 222-1034.