All That Glitters: The Splendor and Science of Gems and Minerals

12/02/11 – 2/08/12 San Diego Natural History Museum is proud to present the gem and mineral exhibition: All That Glitters: The Splendor and Science of Gems and Minerals.

Gems seduce us with their sparkle. But did you know that every glittering ruby, sapphire, diamond, and opal has a history as old as the Earth itself? A gem isn’t just a pretty bauble—it’s a rare and wonderful by-product of the tremendous forces that have shaped our planet.

Discover how the same Earth processes that build landscapes produce dazzling gemstones and precious metals—even right here in San Diego County, one of the most famous gem-producing regions in the world.

Witness a stunning selection of spectacular natural mineral crystals, exquisite jewelry, and works of art. See objects on display for the first time ever. Discover “first finds” in the world, found right here in California: benotite, gold, kunzite and morganite. View stunning objects on loan from major U.S. museums including the Smithsonian, the American Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

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Date: January 22nd, 2012 | Category: Events
Tags: history, Museum, natural

Infinite Balance: Artists and the Environment

10/11/11 – 2/05/12 Infinite Balance is the first US presentation of artists shortlisted for the Prix Pictet, the world’s top prize for photography and sustainability. The exhibition will showcase noted contemporary photographers from across the globe, including Sammy Baloji, Edward Burtynsky, Thomas Joshua Cooper, Susan Derges, Naoya Hatakeyama, Chris Jordan and Michael Wolf.

The exhibition brings together three years of internationally-acclaimed and award-winning photography, all set on addressing the issues of our changing world and sustainability. Infinite Balance will display works from the three themes that defined each year of the Prix Pictet, including Water, Earth and Growth.

Price:
Included with Admission

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Date: January 22nd, 2012 | Category: Events
Tags: artist

Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp Quarter

2/21/12 This Gaslamp Quarter-wide outdoor celebration includes two spectacular parades on Fifth Avenue and a fabulous block party featuring many great stages with fun musical acts. Enjoy tasty treats, cold beverages and beads, beads, beads. This event goes on rain or shine.

Ticketed event
21 and up only

Proceeds benefit GQA (Gaslamp Quarter Association).

Time: 6:00 pm – Midnight

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Date: January 22nd, 2012 | Category: Events
Tags: gaslamp, mardi gras

-Tower After Hours: Ireland

2/23/12 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Discover Balboa Park’s most popular cultural attraction: Tower After Hours™: Ireland. The San Diego Museum of Man (SDMoM) and the Irish community of San Diego invite you to experience the best of traditional Irish music, dance, and story-telling performed by our city’s top talent. Part of an ongoing series highlighting San Diego’s diverse and vibrant ethnic mix, this colorful celebration of Irish culture will showcase an array of regional food and drinks provided by the local Irish pubs and restaurants.

Everyone is invited to enrich their cultural knowledge and share in the festive atmosphere. The celebration is vibrant, engaging, and open to attendees of all ages.

Tickets: $10 members, $15 students and military, $20 non-members. Ticket price includes entrance to SDMoM, food tastings, beverages, and cultural entertainment. Tickets are also available on line at http://tahireland2012.eventbrite.com and offer an Early Bird discount if purchased by January 27th.

In collaboration with the House of Ireland, Irish Congress of Southern California, Irish Outreach, Irish Import Shop, The Field Authentic Irish Pub & Restaurant, Hooley’s Irish Pub & Grill, O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub of Carlsbad, Dublin Square Irish Pub & Grill, Guinness Beer, and Chefs de Cuisine. Sponsored by City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, County of San Diego Community Enhancement Program and the Nissan Foundation.

Location: SDMoM Grand Rotunda

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Date: January 21st, 2012 | Category: Events
Tags: balboa park, ireland

FLUXX Nightclub with DJ Karma

2/25/12 Come get FLUXXed with DJ Karma and live a night you will never forget. Special Guest DJ Karma is in the house tonight for an amazing FLUXX Saturday at the hottest party spot in San Diego!

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Date: January 21st, 2012 | Category: Events
Tags: Club, DJ, FLUXX, Karma