Prices still dropping and number of homes sold decline. North County home sales down 20.5% from Oct '09.
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A lot of fun things to do in San Diego in November - check out November's Calendar of Events at the link below!
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November Calendar

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving! November 1 San Diego Symphony "Día de los Muertos" Celebrate the Day of the Dead through song at Copley Symphony Hall, as the San Diego Symphony and an accompanying mariachi ensemble honor departed loved ones with music and dance tributes to Mexican performers of yesteryear. 7:30 p.m. 1245 Seventh Avenue, downtown, 619-235-0804, www.sandiegosymphony.org November 3 Taste of Little Italy Eat, drink and be merry at this biannual restaurant walk through the delicious eateries of Little Italy. Always a sellout, this delightfully gluttonous event includes samples from dozens of restaurants featuring varied fare, as well as beverages from neighborhood wine bars and Karl Strauss Brewing Company. 5 to 9 p.m. India Street and environs, 619-615-1092, www.tasteoflittleitalysd.com November 5-14 San Diego Beer Week In recent years, San Diego has warmed the hearts and bellies ofmany a brew aficionado and has staked its claim as one of the nation's top beer cities. This 10-day extravaganza allows ourfair city to strut its suds stuff, showcasing thr county's breweries, restaurants, pubs and attractions via a list of thirst-quenching events. Highlights range from a beer and chocolate tasting at Stone Brewing Company to a battle of the barrel-aged beers at O'Brien's. For a full list, visit www.sdbw.org November 7 9th Annual Fall Back Festival Fun for all ages! Entertainment, craft and activity booths, rides and fantastic food. Main Gate: 5th & Island Ave. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 619-233-5008 For more info: www.gaslamp.org/special-events 37th Annual Carlsbad Village Street Faire Largest single day street fair in the nation. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A variety of vendors, beer and wine garden and live music highlight this spectacular event. For more info: www.carlsbad.org

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Kettner Blvd., Women, Wine & Dine, Encinitas

November 12 Kettner Nights Explore the burgeoning arts and design district that makes Little Italy about so much more than just food. The second Friday evening of every other month, the neighborhood's galleries and art studios open their doors for art lovers to mingle over design, décor, food and drink. 6 to 9 p.m. Kettner Boulevard and India Street between Grape and Laurel Streets, 619-358-9512, www.littleitalysd.com November 12-14 Head to Toe Women's Expo Get your relaxation in before the holiday madness hits at this popular event designed to pamper, educate and entertain San Diego women. The weekend lineup features guest speakers and more than 250 exhibits highlighting tips for fashion, home, cooking, work, personal growth and more. The expo now includes a new section, "Baby Bump & Beyond," especially for expectant mothers. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Sunday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, 619-491-0677, www.sdfair.com November 17-21 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival As San Diego's star chefs continue to rise and the city becomes ever more firmly planted on the foodie map, this seventh annual food and wine event extraordinaire tops itself year after year. The five-day 2010 festival features 170 wine and spirits purveyors, 70 top chefs, cooking and wine-tasting classes, chef competitions, celebrity chef appearances and the Grand Tasting Event, held at the Embarcadero Marina Park North. For a full schedule, visit www.worldofwineevents.com November 21 Encinitas Fall Festival This large coastal street festival, formerly known as the Encinitas Poinsettia Festival, may have lost the holiday moniker, but it hasn't lost its festive flair. Featuring arts, crafts and holiday-themed home décor from more than 450 vendors along Highway 101, the day comes complete with food, drink, live music and more. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. South Coast Highway 101 between D and J Streets, 760-943-1950, www.encinitas101.com

The Goose Parades, Jazz, Run Run, S.D. Festival

November 21 Annual Mother Goose Parade You know it's almost Thanksgiving in San Diego County when the streets of El Cajon come to life with the "largest parade of its type west of the Mississippi," featuring motorized floats, marching bands, clowns, performance artists, celebrity appearances and more. The 64th annual event starts at 10 a.m. 619-444-8712, www.mothergooseparade.org November 24-28 San Diego Thanksgiving Dixieland Jazz Festival For the 31st year, the America's Finest City Dixieland Jazz Society welcomes this "crown jewel of jazz festivals," held every Thanksgiving weekend. Bands representing all styles of jazz music, from traditional to Dixieland to swing, take the stage at the Town & Country Hotel & Convention Center. 500 Hotel Circle North, Mission Valley, 619-297-5277, www.dixielandjazzfestival.org November 25 Run for the Hungry Work off those holiday calories before it's even time to talk turkey at this fund-raising 5K and 10K run/walk from Petco Park through downtown San Diego. Runners, walkers and canine pals of all ages are invited to pound the pavement in support of the San Diego Food Bank and Foodmobile's efforts to help out those who might otherwise go hungry this holiday season. 7:10 a.m. (10K) and 8:15 a.m. (5K). Thirteenth and Imperial Avenues, 619-298-7400, www.runforthehungrysd.com November 26-28 San Diego Holiday Festival 'Tis the season for shopping, singing and celebrating! The holiday madness is in full swing at this three-day extravaganza at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, featuring unique Christmas gifts from crafters and fine artists, entertainment, food and holiday fun. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, 805-461-6700, www.holidayartsfestival.com

Having a great visit with Karen!