Archive for October, 2019
Presidio Hills’ Neighbors Enjoy a Day of Friendship
This past September, residents of Presidio Hills, took time from their busy Sunday schedules to enjoy a day of bonding and sharing stories of living in Mission Hills. The Presidio Hills’ area includes residents of Altamirano, Cosoy, Marilouise, Presidio Drive and Arista. The event took place at the home of Patty Ducey-Brooks and Craig Kinshella. […]
Lament for a Computer
After 30-something years of using a computer for almost everything I write, I am now, with a horribly screwed up shoulder, trying to write on an iPad. I began my computer relationship with an Apple product, an SE. I was teaching Basic Skills at Mission Bay High School when the department chairman came into my office […]
Heart Benefits of Lifting Weights
As you start to adapt a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy and exercising, you will lose excess fat in your body. Everyone knows this. Often, you will notice your waist become a bit slimmer and perhaps you lose a bit of weight in your face or legs as well. However, there is a different type […]
The “R” Word: Recession
It’s been more than ten years since the end of the last recession, which is one of the reasons people have been talking about it lately. Historically, recessions come along every five to seven years, and so by that measure, we’re overdue for one. On the other hand, forecasts of when the next recession will […]
28th Annual Gala Bootleggers Ball to Benefit Children with Physical Deformities
San Diego nonprofit Fresh Start Surgical Gifts will host its 28th Annual Gala Bootleggers Ball at 6 p.m., Saturday, October19 at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine, 3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92122. Dr. Greg Ostrow, director of pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley, and his wife […]
Celebrate Halloween at the Station
Liberty Station invites friends and family for tricks, treats and other festivities at the annual Halloween at the Station celebration in partnership with San Diego Comic Art Gallery, Comickaze Comics, Books, and More and Liberty Public Market from noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, October 27. The community is invited to gather in the North Promenade […]
Miracle Babies Celebrates Health & Homecoming of Former Hospitalized Newborns
This past September, Miracle Babies, a local nonprofit dedicated to uniting families with their hospitalized newborns through financial assistance and supportive services, celebrated Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Giving Day with its Third Annual Reunion for local NICU graduates and their families at Distroller W?rld, an experience-based specialty boutique in Fashion Valley. The month of […]
Celebrate Fall at Horses of Tir Na Nog
Celebrate the horses and other animals that call Horses of Tir Na Nog home at the annual Fall Celebration from 11 a.m. to noon, Saturday October 12 at Horses of Tir Na Nog and Rancho Samataguma, located at 26930 Old Hwy. 80, Guatay, CA 91931. Guests are invited to visit with the horses and then […]
300 Pairs of Shoes Are Donated to San Diego Rescue Mission Clients
This past September, UnitedHealthcare donated 300 pairs of new athletic shoes to clients of the San Diego Rescue Mission. This event was made possible by the donation of $22,000 from UnitedHealthcare, which was used to purchase the 300 pairs of new shoes for the men, women, and children at the San Diego Rescue Mission. Employee […]
Balboa Park Halloween Family Day Offers a Day of Spooky-Good Fun
The region’s largest free Halloween carnival grows even bigger with more than 30 organizations bringing San Diego County families a fun, safe, and culturally inspired kickoff to their Halloween activities. The Balboa Park Halloween Family Day takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, October 26, and features dozens of free craft projects for […]
