5 Things: Sound of Music, Museum Exhibit, Hobby Shop, Book Signing, Library Talk

Thinking about what to do? We've got five suggestions.

continues at the Star Theatre this weekend, tonight at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.

Sing along to the music of the classic play about the Trapp family. Call 760-721-9983.

The theater, at 402 North Coast Highway in Oceanside, also needs repairs, so donate to the cause if you can. Check the theater website for more information.

Artist Cathy Breslaw uses mesh and wire and other industrial materials to explore space and how people relate to "changing physical and intangible environments" at the Oceanside Museum of Art.

The museum, located at 704 Pier View Way in Oceanside, will feature the exhibit through February and is open Tuesday through Sunday. It will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Military and dependents with ID are admitted free; public admission is $8.

For more information, check the museum site. 

Holidays are coming and we're betting gifts and presents are on your mind.

How about taking time to paint a family tree platter for a loved one at the Camp Pendleton Arts and Crafts Hobby Shop?

The class today, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., for adult women. Beginners welcome. Cost is $30.

Register online or call 760-725-4880 for information.

Author Julia Dye will be on hand Saturday, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., at the Country Store-Mainside to sign her book, Backbone - History, Traditions and Leadership Lessons of Marine Corps NCOs.

Amazon.com's description says the book explores the "cadre of non-commissioned officers that make up the Marine Corps’ system of small unit leadership."

Dye is the wife of Dale Dye, who appeared in Band of Brothers and other films and TV series.

Speaker Paul Price discusses the history and culture of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians at the Saturday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Adults, teens and children can learn about this interesting and historic group.

For more information, contact Monica Chapa Domercq at 760-435-5600.

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