Local News
Beautification Project Showcases the Work of Local Artists
The Redevelopment Agency of the city of San Diego held an event to unveil the Gateway Mural. The Gateway Mural was designed and installed in partnership with Urban Corps of San Diego County to beautify the North Bay Redevelopment Project Area while celebrating the area’s historical influences, prominent features, attractions and the people of the […]
There’s a New Kid on the Block
By Patty Ducey-Brooks In case you haven’t noticed, Toma Sol Café is open for business at 301 W. Washington Street in Mission Hills. I met the proprietor, Seekey Cacciatore, who’s not new to the neighborhood. Cacciatore, grew up in neighboring Hillcrest and currently lives in Point Loma with her husband. Cacciatore, I learned, did some […]
A Point Loma Tradition – All Souls’ Saint Nicholas Home Tour
The longest running holiday home tour west of the Mississippi celebrates its 60th Diamond Jubilee with this year’s offering of six Point Loma homes. A Saint Nicholas Marketplace, Afternoon Tea, and featured musicians at All Souls’ Episcopal Church are also included in the day’s festivities. The Diamond Jubilee event takes place from 10 a.m. to […]
Mid-Week Shopping
Change is in the works for the Mission Hills’ Farmers’ Market Starting in December, there will be a new manager to the weekly Mission Hills’ Farmers’ Market. His name is Brian Beevers. He is excited about his role and building a relationship with Mission Hills’ residents and guests who shop at the Farmers’ Market. Beevers […]
Santa Photos in Mission Hills
Santa arrives for photos, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, December 4 at Coldwell Banker at 1621 West Lewis. One sitting and one free 4×6 print to each family.. Photography provided by Meredith French, reprints available. Participants are asked to bring donations for Toys for Tots. Refreshments are provided. No RSVP necessary. Come by to […]
Balboa park’s 34th Annual December Nights
Balboa Park December Nights will take place for the 34th consecutive year from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 2, and noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3. The event brings families and friends together to spread holiday joy, learn more about the cultural value of Balboa Park and kick-off the “most wonderful time of […]
Holiday Art Show and Sale
The Point Loma Artists invite you to their annual Holiday Art Show and Sale Dec 3, 2011 from 10 AM to 3 PM at 3636 Curtis Street, between Chatsworth and Poinsettia. You will find original oil and watercolor paintings, photography, woodwork, glass, weavings, mixed media and ceramics. For information on the free event, visit www.pointlomaartists.com […]
County and Marines Team Up to Collect Toys
You can help the U.S. Marine Corps and San Diego County put smiles on the faces of less fortunate children this holiday season by donating new, unwrapped toys at County airports in Fallbrook, Ramona, Carlsbad, El Cajon and Borrego Springs during the Marine Corps annual Toys for Tots campaign. County residents can drop off their […]
35th Annual Candlelight Musical and Meditation
The Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala’ Choir presents The 35th Annual Candlelight Presentation of Lessons and Carols at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, and Sunday December 17 – 18, 2011. This years Candlelight presentation, with a theme of Lessons and Carols, will feature traditional and new music set around scripture readings of the season. The event […]
Sleep Train Secret Santa Toy Drive for Foster Kids
Annual Drive Asks for Donations of New Unwrapped Toys and Gifts For the nearly 60,000 foster children throughout California, the magic of the holiday season might not be so bright as they find themselves away from family and friends. To help fill the holidays with glee and make sure every foster child wakes up Christmas […]
