Life Style
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 […]
Deck the Malls at Parkway Plaza
Get ready for a season filled with holiday joy at El Cajon’s Parkway Plaza, located at 415 Fletcher Parkway in El Cajon. Santa has officially arrived at Parkway Plaza and will be there until Sunday, December 24. Get all your holiday photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 […]
Celebrate the Spirit of Community and Tradition at the 65th Annual Las Posadas in Old Town San Diego
Join the Old Town San Diego community in rekindling a cherished tradition as they proudly present the 65th Annual Las Posadas in Old Town San Diego at 7 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2023 at the picturesque Heritage County Park, located at 2454 Heritage Park Row in Old Town San Diego. The festivities offer neighbors and […]
Mission Hills’ Beloved Little Red Bungalow Demolished
By Mission Hills Heritage Despite a heroic effort by Mission Hills residents, the Craftsman bungalow located on the corner of Goldfinch Street and Fort Stockton Drive and affectionately known as the “Little Red Bungalow,” fell under the wrecking ball on October 5, 2023. The demolition brought to a sad end the community’s concerted effort, backed […]
“His Place at the Table,” a memoir by ENF’s Co-Founder, Diane Nares
Diane Nares’ memoir is a powerful tribute to her son and an inspiring journey that led to the creation of the Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF). It’s a story of love, resilience, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of children battling cancer. “His Place at the Table” is about my son Emilio, […]
Fall News from the Mission Hills Garden Club
By Elaine Wilson, Mission Hills Garden Club president Fall has arrived and it’s time for planting. By the time you are reading this, the Mission Hills Garden Club will have conducted our first meeting of the year; Chuck McClung will have spoken on fall gardening tips. For your benefit, we have a great year planned […]
National Thrift Shop Day Comes to the Gaslamp District
Shop for one-of-a-kind pieces by local artists including Chicana fashion designer, Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski (Sew Loka) during their WNDR After Dark: Secondhand Style event from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, August 17 on National Thrift Shop Day at WNDR Museum, located at 422 Market Street in the Gaslamp District. Guests will be able to shop from a selection of one-of-a-kind […]
Comic-Con Museum Debuts New Exhibits and Features
Whether your room has a poster or figure of Stan Lee, Ein, All Might, Gumby, PAC-MAN, or the Comic-Con Toucan, Comic-Con Museum has an exhibit for you this summer. In time for the Museum’s namesake convention Comic-Con, the Museum will debut three new exhibits and features, along with hands-on programming, opening to the public at 10 […]
4th Annual Summer Band Festival Returns to Civita Park
Kearny Mesa Concert Band and San Diego Concert Band are proud to announce the 4th annual Summer Band Festival in Civita Park in Mission Valley from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, July 29. The Summer Band Festival is free and open to the public. Featuring eight community bands from throughout the San Diego region, […]
Restaurant Icon, Diane Powers, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Diane Powers, owner-operator of Bazaar del Mundo Shops and Restaurants was recognized by the California Restaurant Association (CRA) with its Lifetime Achievement award at the San Diego Chapter’s 38th Annual Gold Medallion Awards on June 13, 2023. “This prestigious award not only recognizes Diane’s exceptional restaurateur skills and warm hospitality, but also acknowledges her significant contributions in shaping […]
