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By Pat Boerner | Navajo Canyon Republican Women Federated
Our annual Fashion Show fundraiser at Bali Hai in October was well attended and a huge success. Part of the proceeds were allocated to a local, nonprofit organization and we were pleased to make a generous donation to Canine Companions for Independence/Veterans in Oceanside. Kat Culkin, our president, presented the check and expressed appreciation for all that they do. Knowing that this donation goes toward training dogs to aid our veterans in dealing with various everyday challenges gives us a great deal of satisfaction. “Never forget our veterans” is something we take very seriously. Read More
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By Patricia Mooney | San Carlos Area Council
This year’s trick-or-treaters have come and gone, and Halloween decorations are now stashed back in our garages. It’s November, traditionally a time to count our blessings. Here we are in America’s finest neighborhood, in America’s finest city. If you think about it, San Carlos is tucked into a true “Golden Triangle” of Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain and Lake Murray. We’re living in “Heaven on Earth” and we have much for which to be grateful. So take advantage of the beauty and easygoing climate; take a stroll or a bike ride at Mission Trails or around Lake Murray; or treat yourself to the views from the top of Cowles Mountain. Enjoy the amazing amenities of our own backyard. Read More
By Shain Haug | Allied Gardens/Grantville Community Council
The Allied Gardens/Grantville Community Council’s (AGGCC) Nov. 27, 2018 Town Hall meeting will address the Zephyr Special Needs housing project for homeless veterans now under development at the old Motel 6 on Alvarado Canyon Road. The meeting will be attended by Brendon Bergen, of Affirmed Housing, and Jonathon Castillo, of People Assisting the Homeless (PATH). Read More
By Sue Hotz | San Carlos Library
Awesome art show Read More
By Scott Sherman
San Diego’s goal to provide one-third of its own water by 2035 took a major step recently when the City Council approved a low interest loan that will finance nearly half of the first phase of the Pure Water program. Read More
By Kathryn Johnson | Allied Gardens/ Benjamin Library
October was all about the pumpkins. Thanks to everyone who entered our annual pumpkin coloring contest. Once again, we had some very colorful and creative entries. In fact, 9-year-old Sivan’s entry gave us all a chuckle. Read More
By Patricia Simpson | iNaturalist
You may have read about the decline of the beloved monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and most of you likely have heard of an effort to help the species by planting milkweed in residential gardens. Indeed, plants of the milkweed subfamily (Asclepiadoideae) are the only suitable hosts for the monarch, and urban sprawl has put a dent in the availability of these perennial jewels. Read More
By George Varga | Mission Trails Regional Park
While Marty Fink and I were on patrol, we were struck by the fully exposed river bottom above Old Mission Dam. A small puddle of water was up against the dam on the north bank. Roughly 30 yards above the dam, a larger body of stagnant water was found. Sunning on some decaying plant life in the puddle, we saw a turtle that turned out to be a red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans), also known as the red-eared terrapin. The name comes from the red stripe around the ears and the turtle’s ability to easily slide off rocks and logs back into water. Read More
By Jay Wilson
The October meeting of the Del Cerro Action Council (DCAC) met on Monday, Oct. 22, to accommodate the very busy schedule of Dr. Adela de la Torre, the new president of San Diego State University and our special guest for our meeting. Read More
By Charles Carter
Recently the Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation made a decision to cancel the bi-monthly Sunday free concert series that was in its seventh, very successful season at the MTRP Visitor Center. The concert series was initiated when Dr. Mitsuo Tomita approached Jay Wilson, then the executive director of the MTRP Foundation, with the proposal to hold free concerts on Sunday afternoons. Dr. Tomita volunteered to book the musicians, and the concert series was born. Read More
By Elizabeth Gillingham | Patrick Henry High School News
Circle of Friends Annual Picnic Read More
By Tina Rynberg and Jeff Benesch | La Mesa Foothills Democratic Club
We all look forward to a joyous new year, and finally reigning in the calamitous and criminal enterprise operating out of the White House and Congress, and perhaps take steps to slow the ravaging of our planet and provide a healthy future for our children and grandchildren. How appropriate is it that La Mesa Foothills Democratic Club welcomes back singer/songwriter Roy Zimmerman to highlight our holiday festivities on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Members remember Roy’s hilarious and biting satire from years past and we should all be entertained anew given the last 24 months of Trump world. Read More
By Jennifer Morrissey | Mission Trails Regional Park
Each December, Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) celebrates Arbor Day to beautify the park, recognize the importance of trees in our environment, and create more shady areas for Mission Trails’ current and future visitors. Read More
By Patricia Simpson | iNaturalist
Earlier this year, on the trail, I was startled by a deep buzzing sound followed by a large fast flying insect zipping right in front of me. A wasp maybe. Seconds later, I could see the long slender-shaped insect resting on a rock. Read More
By Elizabeth Gillingham | Patrick Henry High School News
‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’
PHHS Player’s Club is proud to announce their upcoming production of Dale Wasserman’s, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” which will be presented Oct. 24–26 at 6 p.m. in PHAME! Tickets are $5 at the door. Read More
By Pat Boerner
Navajo Canyon Republican Women Federated (NCRWF) were thrilled with the attendance and enthusiasm at the Vintage Patriotism Fashion Show held Oct. 9 at the Bali Hai, San Diego. Read More
By David D. Cooksy | Mission Trails Regional Park
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By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
A new Thai restaurant fills a niche in north La Mesa Read More
By Shain Haug | Allied Gardens Grantville Community Council (AGGCC)
The Nov. 27 Allied Gardens Grantville Community Council (AGGCC) town hall meeting will address the Zephyr Special Needs housing project for homeless veterans now under development at the old Motel 6 on Alvarado Canyon Road. The meeting will be attended by John Wurster and Brendon Bergen of Affirmed Housing and Jonathon Castillo of PATH (People Assisting The Homeless). In anticipation of your attendance, we think some background information on this development will be helpful. Read More
By Jennifer Morrissey | Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation
In September, more than 70 volunteers gathered at the Mission Trails Regional Park East Fortuna Staging Area to take part in REI San Diego’s annual National Public Lands Day service event. REI already shows its support for the park through a grant to the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation for materials used for trail maintenance, and REI has, for many years, introduced a great many San Diegans to Mission Trails and its recreational offerings through REI Outdoor Programs. Read More
By Scott Sherman | District 7 Dispatch
With a goal of reducing the risk of wildfires in San Diego’s most fire-prone areas, the city of San Diego has begun clearing trash and debris from canyons as part of Mayor Kevin Faulconer’s “Clean SD” initiative. Read More
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