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Come Celebrate at this year’s Beer Mitzvah!

Come Celebrate at this year’s Beer Mitzvah!

Did you know that most beer can be considered “kosher-style” when it does not contain lactose, gelatin, spices, fruit or fruit syrups! Come celebrate this knew knowledge (unless you knew already, then come celebrate this old knowledge) and Temple Israel as they countdown to their 100th anniversary in 2020. Continue reading »

26th Annual Mama’s Day Tasting Extravaganza Fundraiser

26th Annual Mama’s Day Tasting Extravaganza Fundraiser

The 26th annual Mama’s Day, benefiting Mama’s Kitchen, is scheduled for Friday, May 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine located at 3777 La Jolla Village Drive. The fundraising event has always been a favorite of ours. The event features more than 55 chefs from San Diego’s finest restaurants, hotels and catering companies. Continue reading »

7 Tips for Charitable Giving During the Holiday Season

7 Tips for Charitable Giving During the Holiday Season

Navigating the waters of charitable giving can seem difficult with the hustle and bustle of the season – what organization do I donate to; what should I give; and will I get a tax receipt? So, in the spirit of giving, here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind when making a charitable donation during the holidays: Continue reading »

The Uber Kittens Are Coming!

The Uber Kittens Are Coming!

Uber along with participating shelters in over 50 cities will be delivering kittens on Thursday, October 29 for playtime and adoption. Can you think of a better way to celebrate National Cat Day?! Continue reading »

92 and breaking records – Harriette Thompson

92 and breaking records – Harriette Thompson

Harriette Thompson does it again and this time she breaks another record. On Sunday, May 31, 2015 at San Diego’s Rock N Roll Marathon at the age of 92, she became the oldest woman to finish a Marathon. She also set the world record for fastest time by a woman over 90 at 7 hours, 7 minutes and 42 seconds. She is a two-time cancer survivor and has raised over 90,000 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Continue reading »

Timken Museum’s Art of Fashion

Timken Museum’s Art of Fashion

The Timken Museum of Art in Balboa Park showcased a rare exhibition of fashion inspired by fine art at the eighth annual Art of Fashion 2015 fundraiser on April 20, 2015. More than 200 fashion enthusiasts from throughout Southern California attended the event, led by honorary chair Dame Zandra Rhodes, international fashion icon and designer. Continue reading »

“Out on the Mountain” LGBT Night Returns

“Out on the Mountain” LGBT Night Returns

Six Flags Magic Mountain’s annual “Out on the Mountain” LGBT Night returns this year on Friday, September 20, 2013. The entire park is closed to the general public for this private LGBT party from 6pm-1am. Over 6,000 people are expected to attend this year’s event. “This is an exciting event to put on each year, … Continue reading »

Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon

Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon

San Diego was high in spirits and adrenaline on Sunday June 2, 2013 as Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon runners took over the city. The event brought in about 22,000 people from all 50 states and 30 nations according to organizers. The race began for marathoners at 6:15 a.m. and half marathoners at 6:45 a.m. near the … Continue reading »

Food Truck Fierceness

Food Truck Fierceness

The “Food Truck Fierceness” kick-off event to benefit Dining Out for Life San Diego featured San Diego’s hottest food trucks and wonderful performances by the Dining Out for Life Divas who gave a 100% of their tips to the cause on March 21. The Hillcrest Brewing Company sold beer inside the venue. Everyone had a … Continue reading »