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The Streets of Old Town Come Alive with Arts, Culture and Tradition
The vibrant streets of Old Town San Diego are preparing to welcome thousands of visitors for the annual Fiesta Cinco de Mayo. Fiesta Cinco de Mayo has long been a cornerstone of cultural celebration in the region, drawing crowds eager to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Mexican heritage. From the mouthwatering aromas of […]
Philanthropic Evening Supports Children and Adults with Disabilities
The Arc of San Diego is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual Spring Gala. This year’s extravagant event, themed Casino Royale, promises an evening full of glamour, mystery, and exhilaration found on the casino floor. Under the guidance of Event Chair Linda Kurtin, a longtime supporter and local philanthropist, The Arc of San Diego invites […]
Dammed If You Do for Serving the Public at Large
During my entire career, starting as young as 16, I have served on various non-profit organizations. That’s because my parents made it known that we needed to donate our time and energies to doing good in our communities. When I look back, I realize I have served on upwards of 25 different non-profit organizations, including […]
Gotta Have Heart Art Show
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and a local nonprofit is celebrating the season of love through a variety of artwork. St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is hosting theGotta Have Heart art show from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, February 9at the gallery in […]
Election Progress for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
By Jim Bates Having recently returned to San Diego on January 15 from the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, where I served as an International Election Observer, I was startled by U.S. Secretary of State Tony Blinken’s assessment of Bangladesh’s 12th Parliamentary elections. He described them as neither “free” nor “fair” and pointed out a “low […]
The Old Point Loma Lighthouse at Cabrillo National Monument to Close for Restoration work
Constructed in 1855, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse is an icon of local maritime history. It gives visitors a glimpse into the life of a lighthouse keeper as well as the workings of the light. The interior restoration, including painting and other minor repairs, will protect the masonry walls from the damp coastal environment, which is crucial to […]
Old Town San Diego Parade and Re-Enactment Honors the Mormon Battalion
The Annual Mormon Battalion Parade & Community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, January 27 in Old Town San Diego. This event brings together members of the community to celebrate the history and contributions of the Mormon Battalion, a group of approximately 500 men who served in the United States […]
YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
Calling ALL Candidates – UPTOWN PLANNERS Election The Uptown Planners serve in an advisory role to the City of San Diego on land-use and development issues in our six Uptown neighborhoods: Bankers Hill, Hillcrest, Medical Center Complex, Middletown, Mission Hills, University Heights. Whether you are for or against density, rent or own a home or […]
A Penny for Your Thoughts in 2024
By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District and Assistant Vice President | Branch Manager U.S. Bank Mission Hills Happy New Year and best wishes for a heathy and prosperous 2024! And, Happy 25th Anniversary to the Presidio Sentinel, without which we would not have the opportunity to share our news directly with all […]
Mission Hills Historic Library – What’s Happening
Late this past December, I noticed lights on inside the Mission Hills Historic Library building and saw a blueprint on a desk when I peered into the window. According to my notes, the project is now two months late in being remodeled for use as a bookstore. I originally contacted Logan Braydis, community representative for […]
