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FAMILY

At Birch Aquarium’s “Sharks: Living Legends,” families can learn about sharks through hands-on activities, live shark encounters and Scripps scientists, July 19 at 11 a.m. Open daily 9-5. Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, 858-534-FISH (3474); aquarium.ucsd.edu.

Escondido’s annual Independence Day Celebration is July 4, 3 -10. Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway, Escondido, 760-839-4138; ci.escondido.ca.us.

Legoland California offers a new interactive musical, Journey to the Lost Temple, thru Sept. 1. 1 Legoland Dr., Carlsbad, 760-918-5346; legoland.com.

The New Children’s Art Museum opens its new home with a 19-artist exhibit called “childsplay,” on view thru May 2009. Thur.-Tues. 9-4. 200 W. Island Ave., downtown, 619-233-8792; thinkplaycreate.org.

At the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center: “Tinkering” takes the idea of a hands-on exhibition seriously. “Strange Matter” delves into materials science, thru Sept. 3. “So Watt! An Illuminating Look at Energy” takes a peek at power. “Origins in Space,” a photographic display, demonstrates the role scientific discoveries play in our everyday lives. “Gallery of Illusions and Perceptions” shows how your mind and body work together——and sometimes against each other——to make sense of the world around you. “Aging for All Ages” discusses the process of aging. “Kid City” lets youngsters 6 and under experience the wonders of the everyday working world. “The Sky Tonight” planetarium show is the first Wed. of the month at 7. Family Science Days are the third Sat. of the month, 12-3. 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-238-1233; rhfleet.org.

Young Actors Theatre presents the musical Beauty and the Beast, July 10-20: Thur. & Fri. at 7, Sat. at 2 & 7, Sun. at 2. Sherwood Auditorium, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla, 619-670-1627; yatsandiego.org.

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MUSIC

Munching on Music

KSDS-FM (Jazz 88.3) has cooked up a series of jazz concerts that come with the bonus of a free lunch supplied by Togo’s, starting June 27 with the Coral MacFarland Thuet Jazz Quartet and continuing July 25 with the Shep Meyers Quartet. The shows, which fill up fast, are at Studio West in Rancho Bernardo. 619-388-3037.

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MUSEUMS

At Lux Art Institute: Daniel Wheeler presents his new photographic collection, “GULP (Generative Urban Landscape Project),” and work-in-progress, Blindspot, thru Aug. 2. Lux@Night is July 16, 7-9; free. Thur. & Fri. 1-5, Sat. 11-5. 1550 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas, 760-436-6611; luxartinstitute.org.

At Mingei International Museum: Opening July 12, “India Adorned” spotlights selections from Mingei's collection. “Forms in Fiber and Wood,” thru Jan. “Hungarian Folk Magic——The Art of Joseph Domjan,” thru Oct. 5. Tues.-Sun. 10-4. 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-239-0003; mingei.org. Mingei’s North County satellite exhibits toys and kites in “Art of Play,” thru Sept. 15. “Artful Armadillos,” thru Aug. 3, Tues.-Sat. 11-5 (second Sat. 10-8), Sun. noon-4. 155 W. Grand Ave., Escondido.

At the downtown site of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (1001 & 1100 Kettner Blvd., 619-234-1001): The Cerca Series, thru July 6, features Nina Katchadourian and Joshua Mosley. Wed.-Mon. 11-5 (Thur. till 7). At the La Jolla location (700 Prospect St., 858-454-3541): “Elusive Signs: Bruce Nauman Works with Light,” thru Aug. 31. Thur.-Tues. 11-5 (Thur. till 7). mcasd.org.

At the Museum of Photographic Arts: “Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space,” July 12–Feb. 1, “Picturing the Process: Portraiture Through the Lens,” thru July 6. “Flesh: Portraits by Gary Schneider,” thru Sept. 14. “Humanitas: Images of India by Frederic Roberts,” thru Sept. 7. Tues.-Sun. 10-5 (Thur. till 9). 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-238-7559; mopa.org.

San Diego Historical Society (619-232-6203; sandiegohistory.org) attractions: “A Different Life: Finding Our Place in San Diego” is cocurated by a group of teenage refugees from Somalia. “Building an Early Identity: One Place, Many Cultures” is the second phase of a developing core exhibition, “Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego.” “Dressing a City: Selected Styles from Marston’s Department Store, 1878-1961” takes a tour of San Diego’s longtime hometown store. Daily 10-5. 1649 El Prado, Casa de Balboa, Balboa Park. The Serra Museum show cases an exhibit “Celebrating 80 Years.” See how native peoples used the area above Old Town, long before the Spanish and the Mexicans came, in “Life on Presidio Hill.” Daily 10-4:30. 2727 Presidio Dr., Presidio Park.

At the San Diego Museum of Art: “Eleanor Antin: Historical Takes,” July 19–Nov. 2, focuses on the celebrated feminist artist’s recent large-scale tableaux photos based on history and mythology. “Georgia O’Keeffe and the Women of the Stieglitz Circle,” thru Sept. 28. “Tastes in Asian Art,” thru July 13. Tues.-Sun. 10-6 (Thur. till 9). 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-232-7931; sdmart.org.

At the San Diego Museum of Man: “Gods and Gold: Ancient Treasures from Mexico to Peru” spotlights artist Carlos Vierra's masterful murals of the Mayan cities of Copán and Quiriguá. “People, Prints and Politics: China 1920-1980,” thru Oct. 19, features the work of Chinese artist Xian Rang Yong. “Beyond Reasonable Drought: Water and Culture in a Changing Climate,” opening July 4, explores the intimate relationship between culture and climate. Daily 10-4:30. 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-239-2001; museumofman.org.

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BOOKSHELF

The Field and Fitness

Jerry Coleman was one of the most decorated players in the history of the New York Yankees, having played for the team in the heady days of Joe Di Maggio and Mickey Mantle. He left baseball twice to serve in the military——during World War II and the Korean War——and remains the only major-league player ever to do so. After retiring from baseball, he worked as a CBS broadcaster for the Yankees and eventually became the radio voice of the Padres; he now lives in La Jolla. His success as an adult, however, belies the hardship and violence he endured as a child in San Francisco. His father, an angry alcoholic, once shot his mother, nearly killing her. Coleman’s new memoir, An American Journey: My Life on the Field, in the Air and on the Air (Triumph Books, $24.95), written with journalist Richard Goldstein, is more a monologue than a book, but it is an engaging and honest story and well worth the effort, especially for fans of the game.

Actor Mario Lopez may be best known for his role on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, but he’s also a fitness buff. His new book, Mario Lopez’s Knockout Fitness (Rodale, $26.95), offers readers an exercise regimen to help them achieve a super-toned, muscled body like his——or their own version of it. The book mixes in personal anecdotes and recipes with instruction on how to use some of his favorite activities——like boxing, running, yoga, dance and basketball——to stay fit. A longtime San Diegan now based in Los Angeles, Lopez still spends much of his time in our neck of the woods. He recently made his Broadway debut, joining the cast of the musical A Chorus Line on April 15.
——EILENE ZIMMERMAN

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At the San Diego Natural History Museum: “Spirits in Stone——Art & Animals of Africa,” July 11–Oct. 2, combines works from Shona sculptors and live African lizards, fish, frogs, snakes and bugs. “Water: H20 = Life” explores the culture, history and future of water, July 19–Nov. 30. “Enraptured: Works by Mitch Dobrowner,” a collection of surreal photography, thru Aug. 3. “Aerial Portraits of the American West: Photographs by John Shelton,” thru Nov. 2. “Fossil Mysteries,” looks at the development of life today using the window of the past. Daily 10-5. 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619-255-0205; sdnhm.org.

GALLERIES

The Earl & Birdie Taylor Pacific Beach Branch Library showcases a solo exhibition by San Diego artist Alexia Markarian, thru July 13. Mon. & Wed. 12:30-8, Tues. & Thur. 9:30-5:30, Fri. 12:30-5:30, Sat. 9:30-2:30, Sun. 1-5. 4275 Cass St., 858-581-9934; sandiegolibrary.org.

Four Walls Gallery displays prints and drawings by Steve Gibson and black-and-white paintings and color photos by Todd Carpenter, both thru July 9. Canadian artist Ho Tam’s video The Yellow Pages, July 12–Aug. 9 (reception July 12, 6-9). Thur.-Sat. 11-6 & by appt. 3813 Ray St., North Park, 619-501-0879; 4wallsgallery.com.

Joseph Bellows Gallery presents “Cadillac: Photographs by Stephen Salmieri,” June 28–Aug. 30 (reception June 28, 6-8). 7661 Girard Ave., La Jolla, 858-456-5620; josephbellows.com.

At Luis De Jesus Seminal Projects: San Diego artist Lael Corbin unveils his new site-specific installation, “Remodel,” thru July 5. “A Bright New Future” art auction benefits the Museum School, July 10-12 (reception July 12, 6-9). 2040 India St., Little Italy, 619-696-9699; seminalprojects.com.

Noel-Baza Fine Art showcases pop art in “Pop and Beyond,” thru Aug. 31. Tues.-Thur. 11-6, Fri. & Sat. 11-8, Sun. 1-5. 2165 India St., Little Italy, 619-876-4160; noel-bazafineart.com.

ET CETERA

The San Diego Padres host the Florida Marlins, July 7 & 8 at 7:05, July 9 at 12:35; Atlanta Braves, July 11 & 12 at 7:05, July 12 at 1:05; Arizona Diamondbacks, July 28, 29 & 30 at 7:05. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village, 877-374-2784; sandiegopadres.com.

Wags for Wishes benefits the Make A Wish Foundation, July 11-13, 9-5 at Otay Ranch Town Center (2015 Olympic Pkwy., Chula Vista). 858-707-9474; wagsforwishes.com.

“Up, Up and Away” is the theme for the Patrons of the Prado 10th-anniversary gala, benefiting the San Diego Museum of Man, San Diego Museum of Art and Museum of Photographic Arts, July 12 at 6:30 in Balboa Park’s Spreckels Organ Pavilion. 858-459-7796; patronsoftheprado.org.

Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater’s Studio Series showcases works in progress by Isaacs, Anjanette Maraya-Ramey, Amber Hamer and others, July 12 at 7 & 9. Dance Place San Diego, 2650 Truxton Rd., Ste, 108, 619-225-1803; sandiegodancetheater.org.

The 28th annual U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition builds castles and other forms of sand art, July 13 starting at 8:30 a.m., with viewing till about 4 and a street festival with live music, vendors and entertainment all day along Seacoast Dr., Imperial Beach. Free. 619-424-6663; usopensandcastle.com.

Comedian Dana Carvey laughs it up at Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay, July 30 at 8. 2241 Shelter Island Dr., 619-220-8497; humphreysconcerts.com.

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