Education
American Literary Heroes
Write Out Loud, an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience announces American Literary Heroes,part of the Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes funded by the National Endowment for the Arts. American Literary Heroesis a unique program highlighting […]
A Non-Profit Organization to Help University Students Achieve Their
UCSD Town and Gown is a nonprofit organization founded in 2007. Town and Gown awards scholarships, one of its primary missions, and sponsors monthly lecture programs addressing the most timely and vibrant issues of current times, brought to the membership by acclaimed UCSD professors and researchers. The eight lectures for this year include topics such […]
Former Councilmember Mark Kersey Named President and CEO at the Taxpayers Association
Former San Diego City Councilmember Mark Kersey has been appointed the new president and CEO of the San Diego County Taxpayers Association. His tenure begins immediately. Chairman of the Board of Directors Mike McLaughlin said the directors voted unanimously to hire Kersey as president and CEO. “We’ve spent the last 12 months talking to many […]
Earning a Media Award from the San Diego County Taxpayers Association
I’ve received lots of awards over the years, however, the award that means the most is being recognized by my peers. This past month, the San Diego County Taxpayers Association (SDCTA) held its 29th annual Golden Awards. The event featured both the Golden Watchdog and Golden Fleece Awards to determine the best and worst of […]
Previous Mayor of Coronado, Richard Bailey, Hosts the Golden Awards
Nominations for the San Diego County Taxpayer’s Association (SDCTA) 29th Annual Goldens, which features both the Golden Watchdog and Golden Fleece Award, are now being reviewed to showcase the best and worst uses of your tax dollars by local governments and school districts. The final winners will be presented at the 2025 Goldens, which takes […]
A Star Studded Celebration and the Goodyear Blimp
The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating 100 years as an icon in the skies above countless cultural and historic events. Pete Bunce, former president & CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, “Flight of the Grumman Cats,” legendary fighter aircraft produced by Grumman, and Jack Pelton, chairman and CEO of EAA and a leader throughout the aviation community […]
New Arts Center and Gallery Opens in Old Town
A newly transformed, 5,000-square-foot arts center, has officially opened in Old Town. Woodward Contemporary, located at 3935 Harney Street, is poised to become a beacon for artists and art lovers alike. With dynamic programming that includes monthly juried exhibitions, immersive workshops led by nationally recognized artist-instructors, and dedicated studio time for member artists, the venue […]
24th Annual Film Festival Announces 2025 Festival Footprint
The San Diego International Film Festival, where culture, coast and cinema collide is back with curated screenings that inform, inspire and entertain. Festival events include the Opening Night Film Premiere & Party the Night of the Stars Tribute, “Party with a Purpose,” Culinary Cinema, Studio Premieres, curated features, documentaries and shorts from Independent Filmmakers around the […]
New World Premiere Exhibits Celebrating Classic Characters
As Comic-Con Museum’s parent convention approaches, the Museum is debuting two new never-before-seen exhibits, 20 Years of Kawaii & Chaos highlighting tokidoki, and Growing up Luann: 40 Years of Comics, opened Monday, June 30, in Balboa Park. “We’re honored to be the home of two celebratory milestones: 40 years of the Luann comic strip and 20 years of the tokidoki brand,” […]
County Camp for Teens Shaping Tomorrow’s Public Health Leaders
By Fernanda Lopez Halvorson, County of San Diego Communications Office High school students from around San Diego County are spending this week in a classroom with some of the County’s dedicated public health professionals. Nearly 70 soon-to-be 11th and 12th grade students are taking part in the Public Health Advocates Camp, now in its third year. […]
