Archive for January, 2024
Cygnet Theater Presents “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill”
Cygnet Theatre is pleased to announce the cast and creative team of “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill” by Lanie Robertson. This riveting one-act musical is directed by Wren T. Brown, the artistic director at Ebony Repertory Theatre. It runs from Wednesday, January 24 through Sunday, February 18 at Cygnet Theatre, located at 4040 Twiggs Street in San Diego Old Town Historic […]
Honey Like I Have Never Tasted
We have a new retail business in Old Town San Diego that is titled Savage Bee-ches®. As the name implies, it has to do with bees. So, when the proprietor reached out to me to introduce herself, I was eager to learn more about this business and learn the reference to bees, which is one […]
A Penny for Your Thoughts in 2024
By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District and Assistant Vice President | Branch Manager U.S. Bank Mission Hills Happy New Year and best wishes for a heathy and prosperous 2024! And, Happy 25th Anniversary to the Presidio Sentinel, without which we would not have the opportunity to share our news directly with all […]
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Wins Sweepstakes Trophy in 135th Rose Parade®
On January 1, 2024 San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance participated in the 135th Rose Parade® presented by Honda with a float celebrating the San Diego Zoo’s 107-year history. The float themed “It Began With a Roar” depicted iconic wildlife from the Zoo, including Rex the lion, whose mighty roar sparked a dream more than a […]
Mission Hills Historic Library – What’s Happening
Late this past December, I noticed lights on inside the Mission Hills Historic Library building and saw a blueprint on a desk when I peered into the window. According to my notes, the project is now two months late in being remodeled for use as a bookstore. I originally contacted Logan Braydis, community representative for […]
San Diego Zoo Safari Park Protects the Heart of a Critically Endangered Gorilla Patriarch
In 2017, a team of medical experts—including specialists in the treatment of both human and wildlife patients—gathered to assess an esteemed elder resident of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park: Winston, a critically endangered silverback gorilla. Today, at age 51, he is considered one of the world’s oldest male gorillas in managed care. Winston, who […]
How to Get Money Out of Your 401(K) Plan
If you are like most working Americans today, you probably have been contributing to a company retirement plan (like a 401(k), 403(b) or SEP IRA, or other plan) for a few years. One question that comes up regularly is: “How (and when) can I get my money out of my retirement plan?” Most often, that […]
Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence: St. Vincent de Paul School Marks a Milestone Anniversary
At the corner of Fort Stockton and Ibis Streets sits St. Vincent de Paul School (SVS), this year celebrating 75 years of academic excellence. Since its founding in 1948, the school has been a cornerstone of the Mission Hills community, helping prepare generations of students to make a positive difference in the world. “Fostering a […]
