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A Joyous Return—San Diego Zoo Celebrates the Birth of Four Meerkat Pups
Shaka, the fierce matriarch of the slender-tailed meerkats at the San Diego Zoo, has welcomed four babies. These pups are the first litter at the zoo in six years. The mother is doing well and has a healthy appetite since she is nursing four kids. She has great maternal instincts, checking the underground tunnels to […]
Experience San Diego’s Finest Día de Los Muertos Celebration
October and November in Old Town San Diego Día de Los Muertos Celebration in Old Town San Diego takes place from Friday, November 1 through Sunday, November 3, 2024. This year’s event promises an experience filled with culture, tradition, and fun for the entire family. Explore over 40 unique altars (ofrendas). Take a stroll through […]
San Diego Botanic Garden Holds its Annual Fall Festival
Experience the essence of autumn and the beauty of nature at San Diego Botanic Garden’s Annual Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, September 21.Held at the lush 37-acre garden in Encinitas, this festival will offer a unique blend of seasonal activities, family-friendly fun and educational experiences. Tickets to the Fall Festival are […]
20th Annual Harvest for Hope Fundraiser Benefiting Children Battling Cancer
The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a nonprofit that helps families navigate their child’s journey through cancer, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 20th Annual Harvest for Hope event, scheduled to take place at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 10 at the picturesque Coasterra, located at 880 Harbor Island Drive, to help raise awareness during Childhood […]
Arnold & Choates Addition – North Florence Heights Historic District Placed on the National Register
On May 3, 2024, the California State Historical Resources Commission (SHRC) voted unanimously to recommend the Arnold & Choates Addition—North Florence Heights historic district for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Since then, the Keeper of the National Register formally accepted the recommendation and on July 9, 2024, placed the district on the […]
Farewell Summer
By Jamaal Jackson, President MHBID and Branch Manger US BANK Mission Hills Let the learning begin, the new school year is upon us. Here in Mission Hills, Grant K8 began its new academic year on August 12 and St Vincent School’s first day of classes was on August 20, while Francis Parker School started on […]
Taronga Collaborates with International Partner to Conserve the Iconic Platypus
A world-first research program aiming to conserve the iconic Platypus is now underway on Dundullimal Tubba-Gah Wiradjuri Country at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, Australia. The multi-year project is a collaboration between Taronga Conservation Society Australia, which operates Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo and Taronga Zoo Sydney, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and the […]
Taste of Old Town + Tequila Tour 2024 Takes Place Thursday, September 12
Mark your calendars for a night of culinary delights and spirited adventures at the 2024 Taste of Old Town + Tequila Tour! This highly anticipated event returns from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, September 12, promising an unforgettable evening in the heart of Old Town San Diego. Stroll through the charming streets of Old […]
Mission Hills Heritage Presents the 17th Annual Historic Home Tour: “Master Builders of Mission Hills”
Join Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) on Saturday, September 28, 2025, for our 17th Annual Historic Home Tour. This year’s theme is “Master Builders of Mission Hills,” and the home tour will feature up to six homes in various architectural styles built by early twentieth century Master Builders. Many of the homes you see today in […]
Sip & Sample Culinary Delights at the 2nd Annual Taste of East Village
Prepare your taste buds for East Village’s largest taste event of the Summer! The Taste of East Village is back from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, August 28 and Thursday, August 29. Culinary enthusiasts will enjoy tasty bites and sips from more than 30 of East Village’s top culinary gems showcasing the culinary diversity of […]
