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“Spookeasy: Blackout Party” to Support Individuals with Disabilities
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will celebrate Halloween with an electric speakeasy bash. The annual “Spookeasy” returns on Saturday, October 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a secret location on SMSC’s five-acre campus. This year’s Spookeasy is a Blackout Party, inviting guests […]
Horses Rescued in North County
by Chuck Westerheide, County of San Diego Communications Office The San Diego County Department of Animal Services executed a warrant today at a ranch on Artesian Road in North County following the death of a horse named Penny last month. Animal Services Director Vaughn Maurice, Assistant Director Rachael Borrelli, Animal Control Lt. Lewis Peterson, Dr. […]
Home Start to Host Hallo-Wine Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25,
Home Start, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing child abuse and strengthening families, will host its 18th Annual Hallo-Wine Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Guests will gather at a stunning outdoor venue in Point Loma, set on the lawn of a private estate with sweeping ocean views. This seasonal […]
Mission Hills Faces a 12-Story Disaster — and City Hall Is Letting It Happen
By Doug Poole, Mission Hills resident The proposed 12-story project at 820 Fort Stockton Drive is nothing short of a looming disaster for Mission Hills. This isn’t smart growth or thoughtful planning — it’s a reckless gamble that will scar our neighborhood for decades. The design is physically ugly, completely out of scale, and wildly […]
Old Town San Diego Día de Los Muertos Celebration
Get ready for a vibrant and unforgettable Día de Los Muertos celebration in Old Town San Diego, happening on Saturday, November 1 and Sunday, November 2, 2025. This year’s event promises an experience filled with culture, tradition, and fun for the entire family. Explore Over 40 Unique Altars (Ofrendas). Take a stroll through the heart […]
Anza-Borrego Expands Dark Sky Experiences with Free Monthly Star Kits
There’s a growing buzz around the value of dark skies, communities, scientists, and travelers alike are seeking places where the stars still shine as they did centuries ago. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, located just east of San Diego, isn’t just part of this buzz—it’s the center of it. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is California’s largest […]
Busalacchi Silician-Styled Dining
Barbusa isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a lifestyle. Located in Little Italy at 1917 India Streety, even Padres players have recently been shouting out about the cuisine and atmosphere. As San Diegans increasingly seek out dining experiences that go beyond just great food, Barbusa is one of Little Italy’s most lively, immersive spots to gather, […]
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 […]
San Diego Blood Bank and SeaWorld San Diego Partner to Encourage Blood Donations
San Diego Blood Bank and SeaWorld San Diego are once again partnering to gift blood donors with a frighteningly fun experience this fall at Howl-O-Scream, San Diego’s largest nighttime Halloween event offering the only full night of fear with all-new performances, thrills, speakeasies, and more scares than ever before. Donors who give blood at any […]
Cura Smiles Hosts Sips & Smiles: A Soirée and Fundraising Event
Cura Smiles, a nonprofit dental clinic based in City Heights, is proud to announce its Sips & Smiles Soirée, a fundraising event dedicated to expanding access to free dental care in San Diego. The event will take place on Friday, September 26, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the beautiful BoujieMana Estate in Point Loma, […]
