Archive for April, 2012
Gloria Steinem & Women at Risk
In 1969 I slipped out of a Caucus Room hearing in the U.S. Senate Russell Office Building and into a telephone booth. I dialed a number in New York City for Gloria Steinem, whom I had never met but wanted to know. Ms. Steinem answered and I introduced myself, telling her I had worked for […]
Jimmie Dale Gilmore at AMSDConcerts
The incomparable Jimmie Dale Gilmore appears in a rare San Diego appearance at AMSDConcerts, (formerly Acoustic Music San Diego), at 4650 Mansfield Avenue in the old church venue, a perfect acoustic venue for Gilmore and his signature booming guitar. The show is 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 19. You can also take part in a signature […]
Davy Jones last San Diego Interview
by Kevin Fulton When we sat down with Davy Jones I had no idea this would become his last interview. He was healthy, happy and making plans for the future, 30 days later he passed away. Davy Jones was not a wild party animal. He didn’t live the outrageous Hollywood lifestyle. Davy and his wife […]
Top Chef Cooking Up Success
Brian Malarkey is no malarkey. He is totally serious and focused about growing his restaurant concepts of social dining into a large and important chain of restaurants. He and his partner Jim Brennan, who was involved for a long time with nightspots in San Diego, including the popular Stingaree, have stated a goal of 15 […]
What Now? Old Town’s Leather Leader
There’s something about Dennis Toler – he just looks like a leather guy. He’s rugged, he’s brawny; he’s got good humor and a big smile. And, for 40 years, he’s had a super niche in Toler’s Leather Depot in Old Town State Historic Park – the “go-to” place for authentic leather goods. While he was […]
How to get the “most bang for your buck”
Today, consumers are looking for ways to eat healthy and to incorporate more authentic, natural and wholesome foods into their diets – the less processed the better. But with quality, wholesome foods also comes the misconception that eating healthy can be expensive. That’s why the California Milk Processor Board (CMPB), the creator of GOT MILK?, […]
Easter Treats
Award-winning Chuao Chocolatier is offering decadent delights perfect for indulging to this Easter. Hopping Popping Bunnies combine Chuao’s signature chocolate with popping candy to deliver an unexpected and delicious sensation in your mouth. This pair of creamy milk chocolate bunnies filled with popping candy is sure to sweeten up your day. Chuao also is offering […]
Hundreds Sign Up To Remove Graffiti from Pacific Beach
Local Company Donates Graffiti Remover Products Pacific Beach Town Council held its Fifth Annual Neighborhood Clean-Up Event that attracted hundreds of dedicated volunteers on Saturday, March 24, 2012. A training session occured prior to the clean up that took place at Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, located at 1675 Garnet Avenue. Teams of volunteers were […]
Uptown Planners’ New Board Member Grateful for Leadership Role
This past month, the Uptown Planners held its annual election of board members. One of the individuals elected is Mission Hills’ resident, Joe Naskar, who was also recently elected to the Mission Hills Town Council and is serving as secretary. Naskar and I spoke briefly about his newest roles in the community and what it […]
Art Rocks Heavy Metal
By: Stylishly Aubree Lynn Heavy metal is usually a term we hear in the musical field however when it comes to San Diego’s own hidden gem of jewelry, Artemisa Rivas or ‘Art’ as she goes by. Rivas hits an epic note all her own. I had the opportunity to interview Rivas as she grooves through […]
