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A Homeless Veteran Gets a Chance to Start Over
This past month, I got to interview a veteran, Antonio Roberti, who shared with me a life that took him on a very difficult journey. It started pre-COVID, early 2020, when he left the United States to travel abroad. He had a relative who offered him a business opportunity in China to experience financial success. […]
Kick Off the Holiday Season at Lions, Tigers and Bears
Celebrate the holiday season amidst the breathtaking beauty of the San Diego countryside, surrounded by fresh air and wide-open spaces. Share this magical experience with your friends, family, and some charming sanctuary animals. The event takes place from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, December 13, 2025. Lions, Tigers & Bears is located at 24402 […]
Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale Returns
As the seasons change and cooler weather settles in, that can only mean one thing–it’s time for Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale, back for its 21st year. A long-standing San Diego tradition hosted by the nonprofit Mama’s Kitchen, the Mama’s Pies bake sale raises critical funds for the organization, which is one of the founding members […]
The Old Globe Presents “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”
The Old Globe is pleased to announce the full cast and creative team for its 28th annual production of Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! James Vásquez (The Old Globe’s “Hair,” “The Comedy of Errors”) directs San Diego’s yuletide favorite musical once again, and Andrew Polec will reprise his role as The Grinch for the fifth time this holiday season. The production […]
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 […]
Holiday Smiles Campaign for Children Battling Illness
The Emiliio Nares Foundation (ENF), a local nonprofit dedicated to helping families navigate their children’s cancer journey and other life-threatening illnesses, will launch its Holiday Smiles campaign on November 5 and it will run through December 31. This year’s eight-week initiative will benefit the patients and families served by Transplant, Oncology, and Sickle Cell Units at […]
Busy November and December News for Mission Hills
By Jamaal Jackson, President Mission Hills BID, US Bank Assistant Vice President and Mission Hills Branch Manager Thanks to the generosity of host Briana Robinson, owner of BUJU TATTOO at 914 W. Washington Street, the Mission Hills BID’s Annual Meeting, Election and Mixer, beginning at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November5 will take place at BUJU […]
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 […]
San Diego Junior Theatre
San Diego Junior Theatre, the nation’s longest-running youth theatre program, proudly kicks off its milestone 78th season with the heartwarming Broadway classic, “Annie,” which runs from Friday, October 24 through Sunday, November 9. All Junior Theatre productions are performed in Balboa Park’s historic Casa del Prado Theatre, 1600 Village Place, at the corner of Old Globe […]
“Ghost Light Masquerade,” A Hauntingly Popular Immersive Ballet
The Rosin Project (TRBP), San Diego’s premier contemporary ballet company, announces the return of its most hauntingly popular event: “Ghost Light Masquerade.” The fan-favorite immersive performance experience, and San Diego’s ultimate Halloween event, runs from Thursday, October 23 through Thursday, October 30 at The Soap Factory, located at 2995 Commercial Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113. […]
