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Climb Ev’ry Mountain
Rising up at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, The Alps: Giants of Nature is the latest Omnimax film to grace the dome theater in Balboa Park, depicting the daring ascent of John Harlin as he tackles the mountain that sent his father to his death. 619-238-1233; rhfleet.org.

On Track
Sudden wealth and sudden death are two of the themes chugging through August Wilson’s Two Trains Running, April 28–June 3 at the Old Globe Theatre. 619-234-5623; theoldglobe.org.

Ciao, Sicily!
The Trinacria Organization of San Diego celebrates the cuisine and culture of Sicily with the 14th annual Sicilian Festival on May 20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., in——where else?——Little Italy. Authentic Sicilian music fills India Street between Date and Ash, and delectable dishes are served up at various booths. The Birra & Vino Garden samples Italian beer and wine; entertainment stages, a flag procession, kids’ rides and a presentation by the Roman Holiday Ensemble amuse the entire family. 619-469-2206; sicilianfesta.com.

Go Loco for Cocoa
It’s a chocolate lover’s dream: Quail Botanical Gardens in Encinitas hosts its popular Chocolate Festival May 12, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. The family-friendly event features chocolate tastings, cooking demonstrations, a chocolate fountain, entertainment, food, children’s activities, plant sales and plenty of options for last-minute Mother’s Day gifts. General admission prices are $10 for adults; $7 for seniors, students and military; $5 for kids 3-12; tasting tickets are 50 cents each. 760-436-3036; qbgardens.org.

Buskers a-Hustling
Seaport Village’s free Spring Busker Festival celebrates the street performer with a bayside battle of the entertainers, asking for audience votes May 12 and 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 619-235-4014; seaportvillage.com.

Walk the Talk
Gather the women (and men) in your life on May 13 for Y-ME’s third annual San Diego Walk To Empower at Mission Bay Park. Starting at 9 a.m., the noncompetitive 3-mile walk raises funds for Y-ME’s free programs and services for women affected by breast cancer. More than 3,500 women in San Diego were served by such programs last year. Y-ME has the only 24-hour hotline staffed entirely by trained breast cancer survivors. To register: 877-YME-7223, extension 8527; y-me.org.

Smokin’ Songs
Smokey Joe’s Café serves up the songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who penned many a megahit, including “Jailhouse Rock,” “Stand by Me” and “Poison Ivy.” The rocking, rolling revue is at the Welk Resort Theatre in Escondido through May 20. 760-749-3448; welktheatre.com.

Lifting the Figaro Leaf
Infidelity and intrigue, arias and amorous advances——what else could it be but The Marriage of Figaro? San Diego Opera presents the Mozart favorite May 5-16 at downtown’s Civic Theatre. 619-533-7000; sdopera.com.

The Earliest Artists
The San Diego Museum of Man presents the 24th annual Indian Fair & Market May 19-20, showcasing original works by more than 50 Native American artists. This year’s fair also features the colorful reverse-appliqué molas made by the Kuna artists of Panama and works by Mexican basket-weavers and jewelry-makers. Shop for handcrafted jewelry, pottery, baskets, paintings and musical instruments, but stop to watch the Living Traditions Dance Troupe perform the Eagle Dance. The event kicks off with a preview and juried competition on May 18, 6-9 p.m. 619-239-2001; museumofman.org.

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