Local News
A Celebration Honors Italy’s Beloved Summer Holiday
Convivio, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening community through the celebration of Italian culture and intercultural experiences, will bring one of Italy’s most cherished summer traditions to San Diego with Ferragosto: Sotto Le Stelle on Saturday, August 15 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at AmiciBar in Little Italy (250 W. Date St., San Diego, […]
Mission Valley YMCA Becomes New USDA-Supported Food Distribution Site
Navore Market, a U.S. Department of Agriculture backed San Diego–based online platform dedicated to connecting local farmers and producers directly with San Diegans to build a more sustainable and community-rooted food system, expands its county-wide aggregation hub program in partnership with YMCA of San Diego County. The new hub launched this past July at Mission […]
Cygnet Theatre Presents “Arcadia”
Cygnet Theatre proudly presents the dazzling, thought-provoking drama, “Arcadia” by Tom Stoppard. Directed by Sean Murray, the show will run until Sunday, August 9, 2026, and will be produced in the Dottie Studio Theater. Time folds in on itself in this thought-provoking drama, where past and present collide inside a single country estate. In 1809, a young prodigy dazzles her tutor […]
The Old Globe Presents William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing”
William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” is a beloved comedy directed by the Globe’s Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein. “Much Ado About Nothing” will conclude The Old Globe’s 2026 Summer Shakespeare Festival. Performances run from Sunday, August 2 through Sunday, August 30, 2026 in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre in San Diego’s Balboa Park (1363 Old Globe Way). […]
Lifestyle
Thrilling Ziplines, Mountain Trails and Camping Adventures for the Whole Family
Just a short drive from San Diego and Temecula, nestled on hundreds of acres of pristine wilderness, La Jolla Indian Adventure Park is redefining outdoor recreation in Southern California. But this isn’t your average outdoor spot; it’s your next unforgettable weekend escape, packed with adrenaline-pumping adventures, starry nights by the campfire, and memories that will last a lifetime. Whether […]
Mother’s Day Meals for Lasting Memories
Solana Beach’s newest neighborhood restaurant, Lana, is launching weekend brunch service with a special Mother’s Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9. Lana, located at 437 S. Highway 101 in Solana Beach, delivers approachable, California coastal cuisine, craft cocktails and a West Coast-focused wine list. Lana’s brunch menu […]
The 20 Year Legacy of the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
What began as a small community car show on the grass overlooking La Jolla Cove has grown into one of the most celebrated collector car events in the United States. Now celebrating its 20th year April 24 – 26, 2026, the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance stands as a world-class automotive showcase and a celebrated annual tradition for […]
Mission Hills Heritage Announces 2026 “Mid-Century Modern Weekend”
Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) is shining a spotlight on one of the neighborhood’s most iconic—and often overlooked—architectural styles with its upcoming Mid-Century Modern Weekend event, a celebration of design, community, and preservation. Home to one of the region’s largest concentrations of mid-century architecture, Mission Hills features work by celebrated architects like Frederick Liebhardt, Lloyd Ruocco, and […]
Entertainment
The Music Company Expands to Help Shape San Diego’s Music Scene
The Music Company (TMC), a San Diego nonprofit supporting the city’s music scene through affordable studio spaces, content creation, mentorship programs and more, has elected new officers to its board of directors. The new officers broaden the nonprofit’s industry expertise and support TMC’s mission to help aspiring musicians and music professionals gain the skills, experience, […]
San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “Les Misérables: School Edition”
San Diego Junior Theatre closes out its vibrant 78th season with the beloved musical, “Les Misérables: School Edition.” Directed by Desha Crownover, who also directed JT’s first production of “Les Misérables” in 2009, with music direction by Michael Tyree, this student production brings one of musical theatre’s most recognized stories to the Junior Theatre stage. […]
FilmCon Brings Filmmakers and Investors to San Diego
San Diego, CA – The worlds of filmmaking and investment come together for FilmCon San Diego from Thursday to Friday, July 16 through 17 at Spark Studio Soundstage. The two-day event opens Thursday with Founders Alley, a venture conference for founders, investors, and operators. Friday features a series of panels and presentations designed to help […]
Arms Wide Open Presents “TARZAN, Beat of the Jungle”
Arms Wide Open is a non-profit organization founded in 2008 and dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with special needs by fostering caring social environments and creating opportunities for recreation and participation in the performing arts. Arms Wide Open is thrilled to announce their upcoming production of “TARZAN, Beat of the Jungle” running at […]
Animal News
Dog Days, Spa Days, & School Days
By Sarah Church, President Mission Hills BID, co-owner Pizza e Birra August has quickly arrived and the dog days of summer remind us that we are barely revving up! You may have heard that catchy idiom a handful of times, “dog days of summer,” but have you ever actually known what it means? The dog […]
Hospital Benefits Over 50,000 Animals
The Paul Harter Veterinary Medical Center at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park is celebrating 25 years of advancing wildlife medicine and providing world-class care for wildlife. Since opening in 2001, the hospital has cared for more than 50,000 animals ranging from the tiny seven-gram Pacific pocket mouse to a 700-pound okapi. Its team of […]
San Diego Humane Society Provides Update on Ongoing Care of Animals Rescued from Villa Chardonnay
Nearly two months after San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) took over operations at the Villa Chardonnay property in Julian and rescued 728 neglected animals, the organization continues to make progress while providing daily care for the animals. At the height of the response, SDHS cared for more than 700 animals, including horses, cats, dogs and […]
Snow Day for Grizzly Bears at the San Diego Zoo
Scout and Montana, a pair of rescued brother bears, spent the day exploring, wrestling and playing in the fresh powder. Specialized industrial snowblowers blew man-made snow into the habitat to recreate the kind of late-spring conditions grizzlies often experience in the wild. Scout and Montana were rescued as cubs nearly 20 years ago from an […]
Education
Descendants of Early San Diego Honor Leather Jacket Soldiers at 44th Annual Luncheon
This past month, the Descendants of Early San Diego (DESD) held its 44th Annual Luncheon on June 27, 2026, at Howard Ballard Parent Hall in Old Town San Diego. The event honored the Leather Jacket Soldiers (Soldados de Cuera) who established the Presidio of San Diego in 1769 and contributed to American independence during the […]
San Diego Taxpayers Releases Watchdog Report Showing That City Hall Staffing Has Grown Substantially Faster Than the Rest of the City
The San Diego County Taxpayers Association recent released a watchdog report showing that San Diego City Hall office staff has grown at a rate that is substantially faster than both the city’s population as well as overall city employees. This new Taxpayers report asks a simple question: before cutting essential neighborhood services and raising fees […]
City Funding Elimination Threatens Arts Access for Thousands of San Diego Youth
The City’s elimination of arts and culture funding is poised to significantly impact three longstanding youth arts organizations housed in Balboa Park’s Casa del Prado: San Diego Junior Theatre, San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, and San Diego Youth Symphony. Together, these organizations serve thousands of young people and families each year, providing arts education, performance […]
Write Out Loud Presents Three Programs Celebrating Our Nation’s History
On the momentous occasion of the Semiquincentennial (250 Years) of our country, Write Out Loud is thrilled to join the celebration, bringing three programs to the San Diego region that highlight the history of our nation and the importance of American values: freedom, equality, individualism, humanity and community. Artistic Director, Veronica Murphy, shared “We are honored to have […]
Videos
Neighbors Rally in Mission Hills to Protest SB 10 Implementation
San Diego, CA – A very concerned and vocal group of Mission Hills residents gathered at the intersection of Fort Stockton Drive and Randolph Street on Saturday, May 6, to protest the planned implementation of SB 10. The rally, which ran from 10:00 am to noon, was one of several such protests around the Uptown […]
Networking in Covid-19 w/ Steven David Elliot – DavidKamatoy.com Show 2020.10 #PresidioSentinel
Multi-creative entrepreneur and television host and producer David Kamatoy has released his latest video from The DavidKamatoy.com Show on networking in the era of Covid 19 with author and entrepreneur Steven David Elliot. In the segment, “Networking in Covid-19 with Steven David Elliot,” the two discuss the creation of Elliot’s networking program, Rockstar Connect, and […]
How to Google Yourself Properly – KZTC7 DavidKamatoy.com Show
(San Diego, CA) David Kamatoy, multi-creative entrepreneur and television producer has released his latest video, “How to Google Yourself Properly.” In this video, a segment from the new DavidKamatoy.com Show, he provides tips and suggestions to make searching for your own name on the internet powerful and effective. “People Google, or search, themselves on the […]
Soul Swapmeet Brings Black Entrepreneurs Together to Showcase Talents
San Diego Soul SwapmeetSaturday November 21, 2020 10a.m.-3p.m. Encore Event Center8253 Ronson RoadSan Diego, CA 92111 Nearly four-dozen Black entrepreneurs gathered to share their goods and services at the Soul Swapmeet held on Saturday, September 19, at the Encore Events Center in Kearny Mesa. The businesses and organizations on hand ran the gamut from art […]
Other Recent Posts
48th Annual Haute with Heart Fashion Show on Saturday, August 15th
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host the 48th Annual Haute with Heart Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, August 15 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in Downtown (1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101). This year’s theme, “Hidden Diamonds,” […]
Dress Code Reveal – Formal Retro ‘70s Attire for Upcoming Annual Gala Fundraiser
Organizers have announced the Dress Code Reveal for the 2026 Youth Tennis San Diego Annual Gala and will encourage guests to embrace Formal Retro ’70s Attire for an unforgettable evening celebrating tennis heritage, iconic figures, and the impact of Youth Tennis San Diego. The Annual Gala, which will honor tennis legend Stan Smith, will take place from […]
Prebys Cancer Center at Scripps Mercy Hospital Donation
Prebys Cancer Center at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego received a special delivery of blankets and care packages earlier this summer, thanks to Dalton Subaru National City and Blood Cancer United (formerly the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society). Scripps received the donations for its cancer patients, as part of the Subaru Loves to Care program, which […]
What Financial Documents Do I Need to Keep on File?
Here’s a question I get a lot: How long do I have to keep these records, and when can I finally start shredding them? It’s a fair question. Between tax returns, investment statements, insurance policies, estate planning documents, and healthcare records, the paperwork piles up quickly. The good news is that you don’t need to […]
Dangerous Encampments Near Hotels Housing the Homeless
By Patty Ducey-Brooks This past month, a Mission Hills resident notified me about an ongoing problem behind the Extended Stay hotel on Taylor Street where some unhoused individuals are staying in rooms while others appear to be camping outside the property. Rather than remaining inside the hotel, certain residents have created encampments dangerously close to […]
Midway Sinking to Make Way for Water Table Rising?
Town Hall Meeting Held to Save and Protect CEQA By Patty Ducey-Brooks This past week, a town hall meeting was held at the Point Loma/Hervey Library to discuss efforts to preserve the California Environmental Quality Act, known as CEQA, and to raise concerns about how proposed changes could affect the Midway Rising redevelopment and other […]
