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Celebrating 25 Years of Alta Vista Botanical Gardens

| August 4, 2024 | 0 Comments
Celebrating 25 Years of Alta Vista Botanical Gardens

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens (AVBG) is celebrating its 25th Anniversary, a milestone marking a quarter century of community engagement, environmental conservation, and cultural enrichment. To commemorate this landmark occasion, AVBG is hosting an evening Gala set against the enchanting backdrop of the garden’s lush landscapes from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, September 7 at […]

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No On Kettner and Vine

| August 3, 2024 | 0 Comments
No On Kettner and Vine

No on Kettner and Vine wishes to issue the following statement regarding the Monday, July 22 City Council meeting and Kettner and Vine proposed lease agreement.  We appreciate the no votes of council members Kent Lee and Vivian Moreno and appreciate the significant concerns voiced by council members Marni von Wilpert, Henry L. Foster III, […]

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Corporate Landlords Have Raised Rents in San Diego Making it Unaffordable 

| August 3, 2024 | 0 Comments

We continue to see news stories about how unaffordableit is to live in San Diego County due to the cost of housing.  Many of us have come to realize there are several factors causing this to occur, including the significant increase in vacation rentals and corporate landlords.A recent report found San Diego County is short […]

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Four Closed Door Sessions for the 1,000 Person Homeless Facility and Still No Community Input

| July 3, 2024 | 0 Comments
Four Closed Door Sessions for the 1,000 Person Homeless Facility and Still No Community Input

Todd Gloria, the current mayor of San Diego has gone on record during a recent interview with the “Voice of San Diego” that there is no reason for community input on a 1,000-person homeless facility to serve a very diverse population with numerous mental health, physical and personal challenges.  Obviously, he believes he doesn’t need […]

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Olympic-Style US Police & Fire Championships Return to San Diego

| May 5, 2024 | 0 Comments
Olympic-Style US Police & Fire Championships Return to San Diego

The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF), a non-profit organization committed to promoting sport and physical fitness among first responders, is thrilled to announce the 57th Annual US Police & Fire Championships taking place Saturday, June 8 to Saturday, June 15, 2024. Happening at more than 25 venues across San Diego County, the games will feature more than […]

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Grammy-Nominated Music Sensation Celtic Woman Brings 20th Anniversary Tour

| May 5, 2024 | 0 Comments
Grammy-Nominated Music Sensation Celtic Woman Brings 20th Anniversary Tour

On the heels of the successful “Postcards From Ireland,” Celtic Woman will carry on its legacy of uplifting performances packed with breath-taking harmonies and instrumental virtuosity. The group today announced it will bring an all-new live show to celebrate its 20th anniversary to the Civic Theatre at 7 p.m., Thursday, May 9. The Celtic Woman […]

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High School Students Pursue Mental Health Program for Teens

| May 5, 2024 | 0 Comments
High School Students Pursue Mental Health Program for Teens

By Audrey Fundingsland, Point Loma High School Class of 2025 My friends and I have created a mental health advocacy group at Point Loma High School called Pointing Out the Obvious (POTO) which is dedicated to improving the mental health of local teens. We are publicizing our work so we can further spread our message […]

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Padres, Manny Machado Team Up with San Diego Unified on School Attendance

| March 31, 2024 | 0 Comments
Padres, Manny Machado Team Up with San Diego Unified on School Attendance

The San Diego Padres have stepped up to the plate to help the San Diego Unified School District raise awareness about the importance of regular school attendance amid a nationwide increase in absenteeism following the pandemic. To help promote strong attendance, with an emphasis on elementary schools most impacted by absenteeism, the Padres have collaborated […]

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“Spring Pop-up, Curated by Bazaar Del Mundo” Hits Saturday, April 20

| March 31, 2024 | 0 Comments
“Spring Pop-up, Curated by Bazaar Del Mundo” Hits Saturday, April 20

Spring Show Features Celebration of Beloved Artist, Laurel Burch; Other Jewelry and Décor Artisans A day of spring will be celebrated at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops in Old Town with a tribute to beloved artist, Laurel Burch, and a curated selection of jewelry, fashion and décor at the free “Spring Pop-up, Curated by […]

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Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Offers Safe Viewing and Hands-on Activities

| March 31, 2024 | 0 Comments
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Offers Safe Viewing and Hands-on Activities

On Monday, April 8, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in San Diego. The Fleet Science Center is hosting a viewing party outside the Fleet in front of the iconic Bea Evenson Fountain. The event is free and begins at 9 a.m. The partial solar eclipse will begin at 10:03 a.m. when the Moon appears to […]

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