Local News
Celebrate the Season at the Annual Pet Parade and Gaslamp Artisan Market
As the holidays approach, San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter is set to transform into a winter wonderland filled with seasonal celebrations and festive cheer. From the beloved Pet Parade to Thanksgiving feasts, Small Business Saturday, and the weekly Gaslamp Artisan Market, the neighborhood is brimming with festivities for the whole family. Indulge in exceptional dining, […]
Local Choir to Perform at Carnegie Hall
For the choir members and musical director for Mission Hills United Church of Christ (MHUCC), an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City was never in the cards. However, that changed when composer Joel Raney came across a YouTube performance by the church choir, who range in age from 16 to 80-plus […]
Farewell October; Hello November
By Jamaal Jackson, President Mission Hills BID, US Bank Assistant Vice President and Mission Hills Branch Manager From the September 23 Taste of Mission Hills ticket sales launch, online and at All American Tailors, The Keratin Shop and US Bank Mission Hills, to the evening of the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills, this year’s taste […]
Witness the Beauty and Creativity that Transformed Tijuana’s Colonia La Esperanza Neighborhood
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Colonia Esperanza on November 16th, hosted by the Ilan Lael Foundation. This immersive tour explores the vibrant Tijuana neighborhood, deeply connected to the renowned work of artist and sculptor-builder James Hubbell. The adventure begins at the Jardin de Ninos La Esperanza, a charming kindergarten oasis filled with colorful mosaics and playful […]
All Souls’ Episcopal Church Presents the Fifth Annual Christmas European Marketplace
The All Souls’ Christmas Marketplace and Festival is a Point Loma tradition on the 1st Saturday of December – this year the time and date is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024. Admission to the Marketplace is free. Enjoy the delicious tea and cookies, elegant musical offerings, and the fun children’s events, […]
St. Vincent de Paul School Celebrates 75 Years of Faith-Based Education in Mission Hills
This year, St. Vincent de Paul School proudly commemorates its 75th anniversary, reflecting on a legacy of enriching the lives of local families through a robust faith-based educational framework. The school, a cornerstone of the Mission Hills community, has fostered generations of lifelong learners, including many students from multi-generational families. The foundation of St. Vincent […]
A Celebration of Rehab and Recovery
This past month, I was invited to attend the 10th anniversary of Confidential Recovery and the launch of Veterans Navigation Center. The event took place at the offices of the organization, located at the Eagle’s Nest Building at 4420 Hotel Circle Court in Mission Valley. The event was extremely well attended by donors, board members, […]
42nd Annual Charity Golf Classic Supports Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Home of Guiding Hands, a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 42nd Annual Charity Golf Classic on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan on the Oak Glen Golf Course (3007 Dehesa Road, El Cajon, CA 92019). The event will kick off at 7 […]
United Way of San Diego County Hosts an Evening of Wonder Fundraiser
United Way of San Diego County is holding a special night of impactful fundraising to advance its transformative work in education and economic mobility. The organization is hosting its signature fundraising event, An Evening of Wonder, on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Farmer & The Seahorse, located at 10996 Torreyana Road in San Diego, CA 92121, in the Torrey Pines area. “An Evening of […]
A Venetian Experience for Guests and Residents of San Diego
In the Coronado Cays lies a uniquely Venetian experience, no passport required. For over 25 years, The Gondola Company has offered the serene, romantic, and charming excursion of cruising through the picturesque, home-lined canals, and it all began with a vision from Sean Jamieson. Jamieson, owner of The Gondola Company, found himself on the water long […]
