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Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village
Celebrating its 25th year, the highly anticipated cozy Italian winter wonderland will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024. What started as a modest neighborhood celebration in 1999 has blossomed into a must-attend tradition that draws locals and visitors to San Diego’s favorite downtown district. As the event has grown […]
It’s Time for Ice Skating at Rady Children’s Ice Rink
Arts District Liberty Station welcomes Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary to celebrate the holiday season with the return of their outdoor ice-skating rink continues through Sunday, January 5, 2025. Located in the Central Promenade at Arts District Liberty Station, Rady Children’s Ice Rink is in its 28th year and is a fun, family-friendly way to spend […]
Mission Hills for the Holidays
By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District and Assistant Vice President | Branch Manager U.S. Bank Mission Hills For the Mission Hills Business Improvement District (BID), it is an exciting time of year with the Saturday after Thanksgiving Small Business Saturday having kicked off the Shop Small holiday season, the continuing Toys for Tots […]
We Need Men to Advocate for Boys in Foster Care Now
Research has proven the benefits of a positive, reliable adult male figure in children’s lives, especially boys – but only a small fraction of the boys who desperately need these role models in San Diego County have them. Voices for Children has put out an urgent call for compassionate and empathetic men in San Diego […]
Surgeon General Advises Communities to End Fluoridation
Florida’s State Surgeon General, Joseph Ladapo, MD, PhD, held a press conference on Friday, November 22nd to announce that his office is advising all communities within the state to stop adding fluoridation chemicals to the public drinking water due to the neurotoxic risk the practice poses to the developing brain. Dr. Ladapo has both a […]
Las Posadas in Old Town San Diego Celebrates the Reason for the Season
Join the Old Town San Diego businesses and residents in rekindling a cherished tradition as they present the 66th Annual Las Posadas in Old Town San Diego at 7 p.m., Friday, December 13 at the picturesque Heritage County Park, located at 2454 Heritage Park Row. The festivities begin with offering neighbors and friends a unique opportunity to […]
The Man Who Gifted So Many People and Animals with Kindness and Care
One of the most difficult tasks of my life has recently happened. I am dealing with the passing of my dear and sweet husband and partner, Craig Kinshella, DVM. He passed away on Monday, November 25 after an anguishing battle with prostate cancer. One does not often get to experience the various levels of fighting […]
Spread Holiday Cheer at the East Village Tree Lighting & Holiday Market
Kick off the holiday season at the annual free community event featuring festive holiday vendors, live local entertainment, moments with Santa, activities for the kids, and a traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony. East Village Association is ready to usher in the holidays with the return of the neighborhood’s cherished tradition, the Annual East Village Tree Lighting […]
It’s Time for Ice Skating at Rady Children’s Ice Rink
Arts District Liberty Station welcomes Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary to celebrate the holiday season with the return of their outdoor ice-skating rink beginning Thursday, November 21, 2024 through Sunday, January 5, 2025. Located in the Central Promenade at Arts District Liberty Station, Rady Children’s Ice Rink is in its 28th year and is a fun, […]
Internationally Acclaimed Lightscape Returns to San Diego Botanic Garden
Lightscape will return for its third year to the 37-acre San Diego Botanic Garden from Friday, November 15 through Sunday, January 5. Spanning one mile, the enchanting illuminated trail has been reinvigorated to feature spectacular sights with brand-new eye-catching artistic installations from international artists, along with some returning favorites from previous years that come alive […]