Local News
California State Parks to Construct a New Outdoor Space at Old Town San Diego
California State Parks and Senator President pro Tempore Toni Atkins hosted a press conference at 10 a.m. Monday, September 24, to announce the transformation of a Caltrans’ District 11 Office Complex (Complex) in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (Old Town) into a new public open space, located at 2829 Juan Street in Old […]
Human TuneUp Column by Cath
Women. Where are we now? I’m convinced that we women are the answer to the world, that our voices are critical to the health of our communities, our country and planet. Women and power. It has been a long and not-over journey for us. When I think of the cultures on this planet who still […]
Territa Torres Brings Motherliness Maternity To Life
This spring/summer I had the opportunity to work with Ready to Wear Designer Territa Torres on a special collection called Motherliness Maternity Wear. I came to her with an idea of expanding her clothing line because of my personal experience. Most of us realize that the maternity clothing market is limited for mothers who are […]
San Diego Hosts the USA Act of the Extreme Sailing Series™
Renowned for its intense racing, the adrenaline-fuelled Extreme Sailing Series™ returns to San Diego, CA, for the second year, from 18-21 October. The only US stop on the action-packed seven-Act global tour will play host to a fleet of elite-level international sailing teams, including one USA squad, in an event presented by SAP, all racing […]
Lifestyle
Life with a Drip System
Most of you know that gardening is not my favorite pastime. I love flowers and produce, but their care and feeding are not my favorite activities. As a teenager, I groaned in boredom during dinner conversations about crab grass, dichondra and orchids. My parents must be laughing at me now: 19 years of writing garden […]
Protecting Your Travel Investment
A lot of Baby Boomers have been retiring recently, and a good many of them have spent that extra time travelling. For some, that has meant hopping in a recreational vehicle and roaming the highways and byways of the Continental United States. For others, that has meant jetting off to destinations they didn’t have time […]
Plugged In
My friend Raejean looked at her navigation screen on her Tesla and told me it’s time to plug in. We had taken a ride to Los Angeles to shop and were on our way home. Reaching San Clemente, her car gave her the information to find the nearest plug in spot and directed us to […]
San Diego’s Homeless Scenario Brings Tension to Neighborhoods
Over the past several months I have been participating in meetings and efforts to address the homeless situation in various parts of urban San Diego. What is obvious is that all of us who live and work in these areas of the county are being impacted by an increasing experience with homeless people and encampments. […]
Entertainment
Old Globe
The World premiere of “Looking for Christmas” runs from Thursday, November 11 through Friday, December 16 at the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center of the Old Globe. Music and lyrics are by Clint Black, musician and song writer; book is by James D. Sasser with Clint Black. “Looking for […]
Mall-O-Ween Monster Mash Offers Spooky Fun for the Whole Family
The weekend before Halloween, Hazard Center will host its Second Annual Mall-O-Ween Monster Mash, a spooktacular event brimming with family fun. From 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, October 27 this kid-friendly jamboree will offer fun and frights for all ages and feature a costume contest, carnival games, arts and crafts, music, refreshments and more. All […]
Liberty Station Hosts Halloween at the Station on Sunday, Oct. 28
Liberty Station will host the annual Halloween at the Station celebration in partnership with Arts District Liberty Station, San Diego Comic Art Gallery, Comickaze Comics, Books, and More and Liberty Public Market from noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, October 28 in the North Promenade at Liberty Station. The community is invited to enjoy Liberty Station’s […]
Belmont Park Kicks Off 6th Annual BOOmont & Fall Fest
Returning for its 6th season, BOOmont & Fall Fest rises from the dusk as Belmont Park transforms with festive fall thrills and chills throughout the beachfront amusement park, offering Halloween and fall-themed festivities for guests of all ages in October. In October, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 p.m. to close, plus Wednesday, October […]
Animal News
Mustangs Participate in the Annual Fall Celebration for Tir Na Nog
Horses of Tir Na Nog, San Diego’s longest operating equine sanctuary, will be celebrating its mustang herd during its annual Fall Celebration. It will take place from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Horses of Tir Na Nog and Rancho Samataguma at 26930 Old Hwy. 80, Guatay, CA 91931. This year’s annual […]
An Equine Reunion Six Years In the Making
On August 17, 2012 a group of six emaciated mustangs arrived at the ranch after being rescued by the County of San Diego Department of Animal Services as part of an animal neglect case. This group has flourished in our Mustang Habitat and welcomed their seventh member with the birth of a filly in 2013. […]
San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration Returns
Enjoy a globally inspired, all-inclusive food, wine and beer tasting event at the San Diego Zoo from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday, September 22. More than 160 of Southern California’s best vendors—along with animal encounters, live entertainment and dancing—will take place inside the world-famous San Diego Zoo. At the Food, Wine & Brew Celebration, […]
Compassion for Paws Thanks Donors
This past month, Isabela Skincare in Mission Hills was the site of a fundraiser for Compassion for Paws. To help with this effort, Isabela Skincare provided raffle items as an incentive to help with the fundraiser. Candice Dodge, who is an author of the children’s book “Phyto The Friendly Firefighter,” is also supporting this effort […]
Education
Cardio Options When Your Treadmill Isn’t Available
Many people have a favorite cardio machine that they use at the gym. So imagine when that machine is taken by someone else. Do you sit around and wait for it to become free? Do you go home? Next time this happens, considering finding a quiet spot to do some cardio moves without any equipment. […]
On the Doing of Good Deeds
By George Mitrovich There was a time, say ten or fifteen-years ago, okay, twenty, maybe 30, when I was the media-go-to-Democrat in San Diego. Not surprising, as I have had a very high public profile for someone who never ran for elective office, but also as someone involved in a great many public undertakings, from […]
The Clearity Foundation to Hold 10th Anniversary Celebration
The Clearity Foundation will hold its 10th anniversary celebration themed, “Teal Woman: Celebrating Life. Honoring Courage. Recognizing Progress. Changing the Story for Ovarian Cancer,” on Sunday, September 16, 2018 (www.tealwoman2018.com). The event, which coincides with Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, will take place at Paradise Point Resort from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and will include […]
Human TuneUp Column by Cath
Great news for the human race: public-speaking women! It used to be thought that if a woman spoke in public, she was violating the God-given nature of women. Oy. There was a time when girls were forbidden to speak in public. There are women who talk of having to practice public speaking secretly in the […]
Videos
Coronado Talent Show to Highlight Local Entertainment
Coronado, CA (For Release) – Budding entertainers, future stars and dedicated performers will vie to become the first winner of Coronado’s Got Talent, a community-focused competition to benefit the Coronado Schools Foundation. The event takes place at Coronado High school on Thursday, March 2, at 7:00 p.m., with auditions scheduled on Friday, February 3, from […]
Dan McClellan Talks San Diego Sports with Sockers GM Sean Bowers
San Diego, CA – Sports Journalist Dan McClellan sits down with San Diego Sockers General Manager Sean Bowers to talk indoor soccer and sports in San Diego in an interview for Presidio Sentinel. A former CBS Sports Rapid Reporter, McClellan was involved in the 2016 petition drive to build a downtown stadium and convention center […]
COSA presents “Migration” performs Jan 21 @ 7:00 p.m.
Coronado, CA- On January 21, 2017, for one night only, over 20 Coronado School of the Arts (COSA) Dance Division alumni spanning years 1996 to 2016 will come together to perform “Migration,” an hour-long, one-of-a-kind dance concert, at 7:00 PM on the stage of the Coronado Performing Arts Center. This exceptional event is the brainchild […]
“Yes on C” Rally Brings Out Supporters to The Local
San Diego, CA – A rally in support of Proposition C, the initiative that would develop a combination stadium and convention center in Downtown San Diego, took over The Local, a popular bar and restaurant located near Horton Plaza, on Friday, November 4. Supporters joined former Chargers players and Mayor Kevin Faulconer to help in […]
Other Recent Posts
San Diego Dance Theater’s 20th Annual Best of Trolley Dances”
Come along for the ride and enjoy the show. San Diego Dance Theater’s 20th annual Trolley Dances returns to captivate audiences at Hazard Center, The New Children’s Museum and IDEA1, a mix of apartment homes and commercial spaces in San Diego’s Upper East Village neighborhood. In partnership with Metropolitan Transit System, the contemporary dance series […]
Mama’s Kitchen Hosts West Coast’s Largest Bake Sale
The holiday season is fast-approaching. Ringing in the season for giving thanks is the citywide favorite, Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale, which brings together many of San Diego’s top pastry chefs, caterers and bakeries who donate hundreds of traditional Thanksgiving pies for the fundraiser. Now in its 14th year, Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale, formally […]
Torero! Artivista! Viva La REvolution! ?
Mario Torero’s lifelong dedication to both Chicano and ancient indigenous cultures is rooted in every aspect of the post-modern metropolis in transition. Torero’s border town attitude of survival through transition, sustainability and adaptation is very much alive in the colors of his paintings and murals. He is showing his latest work at the Latchkey Brewing […]
Tonya Mantooth and the San Diego International Film Festival
A nine time Regional Emmy award winner with over 60 International Telly and ADDY awards, Tonya Mantooth is perhaps the most highly regarded film producer based in San Diego. She began her career as an executive producer when she became the director of acquisitions for CRM Films. Tonya co-founded and was president of The Dakota […]
OMSurf 25th Annual Classic Longboard Surfing Contest
The Old Mission Beach Athletic Club (OMBAC) is calling all surf enthusiasts to grab their vintage surfboards and gather for a nostalgic competition at the North Side of Crystal Pier, Pacific Beach. The 25th Annual Classic Longboard Surfing Contest will take place on Saturday, September 15. Proceeds from the event go to benefit Drowning Prevention […]
Old Globe Theatre
The Old Globe’s 2018–2019 Season kicks off with the world premiere of “The Heart of Rock & Roll,” inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and the News, featuring a book by Jonathan Abrams and story by Tyler Mitchell and Jonathan Abrams. It will be directed by Gordon Greenberg, with choreography by Lorin Latarro and […]
