Holidays
“Swing with Santa” Golf Tournament Has Record Breaking Results
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential, raised more than $46,000 from its 7th Annual “Swing with Santa” Golf Tournament, making it the most raised from this annual event to date. The tournament was held on Friday, November 6, 2020, at the Singing Hills Golf […]
Christmas Tree Decoration Starts the Holidays in Old Town San Diego
This past November, Old Town Market personnel, and volunteers from the Mormon Battalion, helped to set up and decorate the tree at the entrance to Old Town State Historic Park in Old Town San Diego. The Old Town Chamber of Commerce provided the tree and decorations, with funds through a grant from the City of […]
“A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play”
Scripps Ranch Theatre & Oceanside Theatre Company (OTC) present a filmed version of the 2018 “A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play,” that will be provided for free. Based on the Charles Dickens classic, it will be available to watch from Saturday, December 19 through Sunday, January 3 via the ticket link: http://scrippsranchtheatre.org/christmascarol2020/. Directed by Ted Leib, the […]
Keeping The Holiday Spirit Alive
‘Tis the season to get creative, and Arts District Liberty Station is spreading holiday cheer all month long with new activities to keep everyone connected this holiday season. From festive art installations to creative holiday gifts, there is something for everyone and so much more to make this holiday season one to remember. Immerse yourself in […]
Shop Until You Drop In the Neighborhood
Support Mission Hills Small Business Owners By Dixie Hall, President Mission Hills BID and DixiePops Owner The holiday season is upon us — and elections are behind us, finally! The Mission Hills BID elections for directors and officers took place on November 18. I was elected director for three years and president for 2021. As […]
Five Healthy Lunch and Dinner Recipes Featuring Pumpkin
Nothing says Christmas like pumpkin, and the good news is that pumpkin is a nutrient-dense fruit well worthy of including in your meals. In addition to its pleasing taste, pumpkin contains valuable antioxidants to help protect your cells, beta-carotene to protect your eyesight and skin, as well as vitamins A and C to support your […]
Father Joe’s Villages Offers Semi-Virtual Chat with Santa
The holidays can be tough for children and teenagers affected by homelessness, as they often miss out on experiences most young people have during this time. So, it’s important to provide them with a celebration so remarkable that they are able to simply be kids, instead of worrying about their families’ daily struggle to get […]
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Fun at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops & Restaurants
For nearly 50 years, local business icon Diane Powers has been helping locals and visitors alike celebrate the holidays with her unique brand of festive flair. A lively and colorful entry to San Diego’s Old Town community, Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops, located at 4133 Taylor Street in Old Town San Diego, have been one […]
St. Nicholas: An Inspiration For Us All
Many people don’t realize that Santa Claus is based on Saint Nicholas, who was born to Greek parents near the end of the third century in the coastal city of Patara, in a region that is part of present day southwest Turkey. He was orphaned as a child and is said to have used his […]
Masters of Photography Exhibition 20th Century to Present Collection
The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to present Masters of Photography: The Garner Collection, an exhibition featuring more than 100 works spanning major photographic movements that are diverse in subject, style and technique. Made possible by a loan from prolific collectors Cam and Wanda Garner, the exhibition includes works from many of the most influential […]
