One of the amazing benefits of being the editor of this publication is that sometimes I get to meet some very interesting and colorful people. Due to lots of activity and events taking place at the ComicCon Museum in Balboa Park, I was given the opportunity to meet and talk to someone who has thrilled me over the years due to his amazing talent and skills.
His name may not seem famous, however, the character he portrays is very well known. He is the voice of Goofy, a Disney character. He has also been the voice of numerous others, including Pluto.
The first thing I wanted to ask Bill Farmer, the voice of Goofy, is how did he develop the skills and talent to be a voice actor on screen.
What I learned, as expected, is that Farmer has always been a bit of a class clown. He has always enjoyed making people laugh, telling jokes, and using his voice to imitate other famous people, including John Wayne.
What impressed me is that he taught himself to be the voices of various famous people, and eventually to become the voice actor for Goofy and other Disney characters. He does though, attribute some of his success to acting classes and Daws Butler, who he identifies as his mentor. Butler was the voice actor known for Huckleberry Hound, Quick-Draw McGraw, Snagglepuss, Jinks the cat, Dixie the mouse, Augie Doggie, Peter Potamus, Wally Gator, Hokey Wolf, Super Snooper, to name a few.
It became obvious that to do the voice acting he must get in to character, with physical movements, energy, enthusiasm, drama, suspense, whatever is necessary to bring life to his colorful and animated characters.Then I learned that his voice actions (style and delivery) help the animators do their parts, to draw what Farmer has delivered.
Farmer refers to visualization as a technique he uses to be fluid and make it appear effortless.
“So, when did all of this take place? I asked.
Farmer shared with me that he started in broadcast journalism. He was the chief engineer and an on-air personality for a radio station. At the same time, he was doing standup comedy.
As you can observe, he is multi-talented.
Well, someone in the audience noticed his amazing talent and recommended he go to Los Angeles to get his big break. With “large”
encouragement from his wife, in 1986 he departed for Los Angeles to see if he had what is needed to compete with over 1,000 other people to get the voice acting career he hoped possible.
According to Farmer, “Ignorance is bliss!”
He said he relied on his visualization, and years of developing his voice acting to become the top choice for the voice of Goofy.
Today he continues to work with great animators, including Eric Goldman, who is also known for voice acting and directing. Goldman has worked for Warner Bros. and Disney and has an extensive reputation for creating lots of famous animated movies, including “Aladdin,” and Fantasia 2000’s “The Carnival of the Animals.”
Farmer is also working with his wife and son, who is a professional drummer and engineer, to produce their own films called, “It’s A Dog’s Life.” They are based on stories of working dogs across the United States and educates viewers on responsible pet care.
If it isn’t obvious, Bill Farmer loves his career decision and has made considerable success from being outstanding in his field.
It gives me goose bumps when I think of getting to meet and talk to this incredibly talented man who continues to influence others with humor and entertainment and cartoon and film making at its finest.
Arts District Liberty Station is home to over 100 working artists, craft studios, galleries, museums and more making it the perfect place to rejoice in all things art. During the month of April, Arts District Liberty Station is celebrating the many inspiring creatives that call this space home, along with welcoming in exciting new events for the whole family.
First Friday at Arts District on April 7
• San Diego Watercolor Society is pleased to present a water-based media exhibition titled Blooming Thoughts, an Art Exhibition, juried by awardwinning artist, Robin St. Louis. The opening reception will take place Friday, April 7 from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. and will feature over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings as well as refreshments.
Milk Oolong Studio will be showcasing new works and changes to their space accompanied by live music from Kenny Beaumont’s Groovadelic Duo from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees who sign up for a workshop, class or summer camp at the Live Music Art Gallery Show will receive 10 percent off.
• Lauren LeVieux will be hosting an Easter Egg decorating workshop in her art studio from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests can dye and decorate an egg or two as well as learn about an artist who took egg decorating to a royal extreme.
• Leslie Pierce is welcoming attendees into her studio for a two-hour Encaustic Painting Workshop from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• June Rubin is pleased to present colorful upbeat collages and plush art pillows at her free Art Of Collage artist reception from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature unique pillow creations featuring Godzilla, cats and florals and includes light refreshments.
There is no better celebration for Art Day than an exhibition opening. The WE Gallery, in collaboration with San Diego Ballet and Arts District Liberty Station, presents “Turn! Turn! Turn!” a multimedia art exhibit exploring dance as an expression of life following the seasons of change during the pandemic. Featuring works from artists Mark Siprut and Larry Caveney, the opening reception and community dance will be held Friday, April 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mandell Weiss Gallery space in the Dortea Laub Dance Place. The exhibition will run from Friday, April 14 through Friday, August 11. Grab your dancing shoes, because The Rosin Project and San Diego Dance Theatre will be collaborating on a free Master Class Series for students this month on Saturday, April 8 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Taught by world-renowned professional artists, the entire series will feature four public classes hosted at San Diego Dance Theater’s Light Box Theater (2590 Truxtun Rd, Suite 205).
Students will enjoy classes taught by artists including Pablo Pianto and Mike Tyus along with other choreographers to offer four unique voices that each connect with a different facet of the contemporary dance world and offer this perspective to the greater community. The classes are free and open to the public, but preregistration is strongly encouraged.
This month, Malashock Dance presents three world-premiers by nationally renowned choreographers in “Perpetual (E)motion.” The onehour program, performed by dancers from Malashock Dance Company, is made up of three distinct dances featuring all new choreography by iconic San Diego Choreographer John Malashock, Christopher K. Morgan of Christopher K. Morgan & Artists, (Makawao, HI), and Tristian Griffin of Tristian Griffin Dance Company (Kansas City, MO). This unique collaboration brings together celebrated artists from across the United States, to provide San Diegans with a highly memorable concert. The performance will take place at the Joan B. Kroc Theatre on Saturday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 16 at 2:30 p.m.
Mission Hills Heritage is pleased to announce that it will bring forward another nomination for a National Register historic district in Mission Hills. Following on the successful listing of Inspiration Heights on the National Register of Historic Places in 2021, the focus of this effort will be portions of two subdivision maps in the northeast area of Mission Hills: Arnold & Choate’s Addition and North Florence Heights. Filled with homes and buildings in vintage architectural styles from the early Twentieth Century, the creation of this district will offer the prestige of a National Register historic district designation and help protect the character of the area. It will also pave the way for Mills Act qualification for contributing properties once the district is designated locally. The district will be named the “Arnold and Choate’s Addition – North Florence Heights Historic District.” The subdivision maps that formed the basis for development of this area are part of the earliest history of Mission Hills. Attorney and developer Cyrus Arnold and merchant Daniel Choate purchased and subdivided the Arnold & Choate’s subdivision in 1872. The original map encompassed a large area from Dove Street on the east to Randolph on the West, and from University Avenue on the south to Barr on the north. Eighteen years later, in 1890, land speculator Marcus Schiller filed the subdivision map for North Florence Heights just west of Arnold & Choate’s Addition, covering the area between Randolph and Stephens Streets, north of the old cemetery that is present-day Pioneer Park.
Very little development occurred for the first couple of decades after the maps were filed. By the early 1900s, horticulturalist Kate Sessions had purchased large portions of both subdivisions and set up at the corner of West Lewis and Stephens Street. Kate Sessions successfully lobbied John Spreckels, owner of San Diego Electric Railway, to extend Streetcar Line #3 into Mission Hills. By 1908, the streetcar line ran to the corner of West Lewis and Stephens, linking the area to Hillcrest and downtown. Housing development took off in the area after the arrival of the streetcar. Homes were built in various styles of the era, with concentrations of Queen– Anne and Victorian vernacular style homes, Craftsman style bungalows, followed by Prairie influenced residences and homes designed in various Revival styles. Smaller bungalows served as workforce housing, with larger homes on certain streets. Several notable
builders and architects designed and built in the area, including Nathan Rigdon, Morris Irvin, and Martin Melhorn. Rigdon built two mixed-use buildings on West Lewis, just south of Sessions’ nursery, with first story retail and apartments above. The area was largely built out by about 1940 and still serves as the thriving core of North Mission Hills.
Acceptance to the National Register of Historic Places will represent a significant honor for this neighborhood and all of Mission Hills. Designation at the national level will also ease the path for designation at the local San Diego level. Once designated locally, owners of contributing properties
will be able to apply for Mills Act contracts to receive property tax benefits.
MHH has again tapped the skills of consulting firm Architectural Resources Group to prepare the nomination and guide the project through the California Office of Historic Preservation (OHP), which processes nominations to the National Register. Mission Hills Heritage plans to have the nomination submitted to OHP by mid-2023 and to have a hearing and decision before the end of the year.
With over 375 homes and buildings to assess, this project involves significant expense. Please help pay for the cost of the consultant and other expenses by donating to Mission Hills Heritage. Donations can be made at the website, www.MissionHillsHeritage. org. With your help, MHH looks forward to making this new historic district a reality.
In my 25 plus years working in investment management, it’s fortunately rare that I have to discuss the FDIC and bank account insurance limits with clients. Unfortunately, that has become a pretty common topic the past few weeks. The failure of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank and Silvergate Bank all in the same week brought back stark reminders of the 2008 financial crisis which was punctuated by what seemed like weekly failures of multiple banks.
And I’d like to begin by saying that I don’t think the current banking crisis rises to the level of the Great Financial Crisis of 2008. Each of the banks that failed recently appear to have been the result of a combination of aggressive banking, poor risk management and lax oversight by bank regulators. More importantly, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Federal Reserve have acted aggressively to calm depositor concerns. One of the main ways that they’ve done this is to guarantee even uninsured deposits at the banks.
So let’s begin with what normal FDIC insurance looks like. FDIC insurance limits are a bit complicated, but basically each depositor is insured up to at least $250,000 per bank.
• Checking, savings, money market and CD accounts are combined to determine the amount covered by
FDIC insurance. The total of these accounts is insured up to $250,000. So if you have $150,000 in savings and $150,000 in personal checking at the same bank, you would have $50,000 of uninsured deposits at that bank.
• If you have a joint account with someone, that is separate from your individual accounts. So you could have up to $250,000 of insurance on your accounts and an additional $250,000 on joint accounts with your spouse.
Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are also separated from other accounts, so you can have up to $250,000 on IRAs held at banks.
• Trusts and business accounts get much more complicated. (Revocable) living trusts are insured up to $250,000 for each current beneficiary.
There’s a lot more information and detail on the FDIC website.
There’s another way to get even more FDIC insurance. There are two networks that banks can access to increase FDIC insurance coverage on CDs and deposit accounts.
CDARS (Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service) allows participating banks to spread CD deposits out across multiple banks. Your account at your bank will show each of the CDs you own and the other banks that have been used to ‘spread out’ your deposits.
ICS (Insured Cash Sweep) is a newer service, similar to CDARS, but for deposit accounts. According to Darlene Mera of CalPrivate Bank, you can insure up to $100,000,000 across roughly 4,000 member banks. Like CDARS, you’ll see the list
of banks and the amounts deposited at each on your statement from your bank. One catch is that the interest rate you’ll receive has to be agreed upon by each bank, so it is likely to be the lowest common denominator across all of the banks used to spread your accounts around. Also, you can rule out some banks (for example, banks where you might have other deposits), but you can’t select the banks you want to use. That’s done by the network. Also, while there are no explicit fees, the interest rate you receive may be lower than the bank’s stated interest rate, representing a cost to access the service.
Normally, you would have to have accounts at multiple banks to gain FDIC insurance on very large deposits. The CDARS and ICS programs allow participating banks to offer higher FDIC insurance, but with some limitations and fees.
For now, the Federal Reserve has made it easier for banks to borrow money to return cash to their depositors. This should help stabilize the system in the short run. If you are concerned about your deposits, you may want to look at how your accounts are titled and whether your bank offers one of these deposit network service.
This column is prepared by Rick Brooks, CFA®, CFP®. Brooks is director/investment Management with Blankinship & Foster, LLC, a wealth advisory firm specializing in financial planning and investment management for people preparing for retirement. Brooks can be reached at (858) 755-5166, or by email at rbrooks@bfadvisors.com. Brooks and his family live in Mission Hills.
serve on both the Senate and Assembly Judiciary Committees, to educate them on the seriousness of lawsuit abuse.
This past March, small business owners from throughout California traveled to the State Capital to share their personal stories of lawsuit abuse with legislators who serve on both the Senate and Assembly Judiciary Committees. They took time from their busy schedules to help promote balance for California’s civil justice system. Their compelling accounts ranged from how unwarranted ADA, PAGA and Prop 65 suits target businesses like theirs.
Californians Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) serves as a watchdog to challenge the abuse of our civil justice system and engages the public and media to deliver the message that lawsuit abuse exists in California and that all Californians are paying the price.
According to Victor Gomez, executive director, Californians Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA), “There are many new legislators in Sacramento now. Many had no idea
of the burdens businesses face when it comes to unwarranted lawsuits.
The newly elected legislators had a chance to hear from real people who experienced abusive American with Disabilities Act shakedown lawsuits, Private Attorney General Act lawsuits and Proposition 65 suits. Nothing can replace the emotion of seeing a person as they tell their story of how profoundly it has impacted their businesses and jobs they create.
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The San Diego Zoo continues to celebrate the arrival of twin Andean bear cubs—now three months old and venturing out of their private den into the guest-facing habitat. The cubs were born in December 2022 to second-time mother Alba, and sire Turbo. Since the twins’ birth, wildlife care specialists have been closely observing the bears via a closed-circuit video camera and an audio baby monitor, allowing Alba to care for her youngsters without interruption until they were ready to leave the den.
The arrival of Alba’s cubs marked the first time that twin Andean bear cubs have been born at San Diego Zoo since 1993—when Alba’s grandmother, Houdini, gave birth to twins Sombra and Quixote. Alba previously gave birth to a male cub named Agapito in 2020—and he was the first Andean bear cub born at San Diego Zoo since 1993.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled about the birth of Alba’s twin cubs,” said Tammy Batson, lead wildlife care specialist at the San Diego Zoo. “We witnessed Alba transition beautifully into motherhood with her first cub a couple of years ago, and now as a second-time mother with twins, she continues to impress us with her attentiveness. She’s a proven mom, who now has both hands full.”
Like other newborn bears, Andean bear cubs are helpless and entirely dependent on their mothers. Alba cared for and bonded with her cubs in their den for the first few months, behind their guest-facing habitat and off public view. In their native South American forests, Andean bear cubs typically leave their dens at around 3 months of age and are believed to remain close to their mothers for at least the first year. Wildlife care specialists continue to monitor Alba and her cubs, who have access to both their den and outdoor habitat.
The Andean bear is listed as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species. The main threats to this species are habitat loss and fragmentation, challenges to humanwildlife coexistence and poaching. Andean bear habitat is being lost at a rate of approximately two-to-four percent per year due to climate change, mining and lumber operations, and farming. The bears are protected by international trade laws, but they are still illegally hunted for their meat, fat and body parts. It is unclear how many bears remain in their native habitat, with estimates ranging from 2,500 to 10,000 adults.
The birth of these two cubs is significant for conservation research. Although Andean bears are typically diurnal, very little is known about them in their native habitat, because of their shy nature and tendency to avoid people. The bears are native to Andes Mountain countries from Venezuela to Bolivia, typically living in dense and rugged forests, as well as grasslands and scrublands. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance now has yet another opportunity to learn more about the interactions between a mother and her cubs, as well as cub development. Andean bears in human care serve as a safety net for dwindling populations in native habitats, and give biologists a chance to answer a myriad of biological questions about the species, develop noninvasive methods for use in field conservation work, and better understand Andean bear physiology and behavior, to support the population.
Meet Melanie, an eight-year-old, American pit bull terrier/Labrador retriever mix. This beautiful girl is ready to fill your life with tons of sweet smiles. Melanie is a people dog and enjoys making new human friends, however, could benefit from a gentle refresher course on her manners. Melanie is a big fan of yummy treats, so that paired with positive training methods will help her pick up the good habits quick. She has also shown that other dogs just aren’t her jam, so she would do best as the only canine companion; she’d also like to skip the dog park and other dogactive areas.
Melanie is currently residing at the Oceanside Campus, which is located at 2905 San Luis Rey Road in Oceanside. For more information, call (619) 299-7012 or email info@sdhumane.org
Toys aren’t the only thing Boo-Boos the house hippo has been tugging on. He’s also got us all by our heartstrings. This lovable goofball and handsome hunk is a three-year old, American pit bull terrier mix, and is a true hero, who stepped up to donate when a fellow shelter pup recently needed a blood transfusion. This has made Boo-Boos quite the celebrity around here. But don’t worry, this special guy hasn’t let it go to his big ol’ head, and besides, he doesn’t need fanfare or praise — he just needs is a home of his own.
Boos-Boos is currently residing at the San Diego Campus, which is located at 5480 Gaines Street in San Diego. For more information, call (619) 2997012 or email info@sdhumane.org.
On Saturday, March 25, the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce and CalTrans, with the support of the Mormon Battalion Historic Site, organized the Old Town San Diego Clean Up event. Volunteers from across the city gathered to clean up and beautify public spaces, with tasks ranging from collecting litter to trimming tree branches and pulling weeds.
Over 60 volunteers turned out on the bright Saturday morning. Together, they collected over 180 bags of trash. “It is remarkable to see how much litter we were able to collect,” said Patricia Fillet, Old Town resident and volunteer. “It’s amazing what is possible when so many people come together.”
Among the volunteers was a large contingent from the Church of Latter Day Saints. “It was wonderful to be here amongst the good people of Old Town,” said Elder Mueller. “Our elders and sisters love the gift of service.”
The energy and enthusiasm of the volunteers were contagious, and soon visitors were stopping to offer their help and support. Together, the community members worked to beautify the area and make it a more enjoyable place for everyone to visit. By the end of the day, the participants felt a sense of pride and satisfaction in their work. They had made a significant difference in the
appearance of the area, and they had done it together.
The organizers would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who came out to support the Old Town San Diego Clean Up event. It was inspiring
to see so many people give their time and effort to help make the community a better place. Your dedication and hard work have made a real difference in the appearance of the area, and we are grateful for your support.
“CalTrans is proud to partner with so many wonderful volunteers,” said Diana Espina, CalTrans Facilities and Motorpool Manager. “Supporting and strengthening our communities is what it is all about.”
Home Start, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to child abuse prevention and providing evidence-based family strengthening services, will be holding its annual Blue Ribbon Gala from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday, April 29 at The US Grant Hotel, located at 326 Broadway in downtown San Diego. The year’s event will be a New Orleans-style jazz evening featuring powerful stories of lives changed, delicious food, music, dancing, and fun.
The Blue Ribbon Gala is San Diego’s premier fundraiser for child abuse prevention held in April, which is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This event raises critical dollars for Home Start to serve our community’s most vulnerable children, families, and individuals.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Home Start’s critical services protect children and parents affected by tragedies including homelessness, domestic violence, hunger, abuse and trauma.
Guests will enjoy a three-course dinner, live jazz entertainment, inspiring stories from families served, and dancing once again to the sounds of local band Full Strength. There will be many chances to bid on unique travel packages and specialty items during the live and silent auctions.
The evening will especially highlight the impact Home Start has on our community each year through its 7 core programs. Last year, the organization served over 17,000 families in San Diego and surrounding counties.
“Home Start’s Board of Directors and I are incredibly grateful for the many individuals, businesses, and foundations who support our most
important fundraiser of the year,” Laura Tancredi-Baese, Home Start chief executive officer, said. “These critical funds will be transformed into life-changing services to help vulnerable local children, families, and individuals have brighter futures.”
To purchase tickets, visit https://home-start.org/gala/
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will hold its 22nd Annual Morning Glory Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 29 at the organization’s main campus, located at 2119 E. Madison Avenue in El Cajon.
Morning Glory Brunch will feature a fun afternoon of tastings, live music, shopping, and opportunity drawings around SMSC’s campus and Sophie’s Organic Garden. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy bites and sips from over 20 local restaurants, wineries, and breweries. There will also be a boutique shopping experience and Arts Alive by Jasmine Creek Florist, which will feature floral arrangements paired with and inspired by SMSC student art.
Guests will also experience SMSC’s signature Frog Race. The annual Frog Race will send up to 600 frogs down the Jr. Olympic-sized swimming pool, giving guests the chance to win $3,500 in cash prizes. Guests can participate in this fundraiser by purchasing plastic frogs to enter the race. Prices for race entry are $50 for a single frog, $100 for three frogs, $150 for a family of five frogs, $275 for a group of ten frogs, and $400 for an army of 15 frogs.
Proceeds from this event go towards funding SMSC’s garden and aquatics program. Sophie’s Organic Garden is a two-acre garden that provides training for approximately 60 students to learn propagation methods, plant seeds, and nurture growth. The gardens feature a full citrus orchard, vegetable and flower gardens, ornamental trees, and herbs. SMSC’s Aquatics center hosts Triton’s Swim Team, where members from the ages of eight to 75 years old to compete in a variety of local swim meets.
Tickets can be purchased online at MorningGloryBrunch.org. There are also various sponsorship opportunities available. Please email
events@stmsc.org for more information.
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center is a nonprofit organization that serves more than 400 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through nationally recognized, innovative programs. Its mission is to educate and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential.
April is a busy month filled with meaningful holidays and longstanding events including April Fools’ Day, which always falls on the first day of this month. But did you know that this internationally celebrated holiday of hoaxes and pranks, pulled on someone who is then anointed the fool with a grand “April Fools” shout out, has been around since the 14th century? When I was a little boy, my grandpa gifted me with several realistic looking toy spiders. While not the most elegant April Fool’s prank, I experienced an inordinate amount of enjoyment hiding them in places then watching as they were discovered by my arachnoid-averse friends and family. Here’s to wishing you great fun with your prank.
Are you a Passover celebrant? Passover begins at sundown on April 5, and continues through nightfall on Thursday, April 13. This Jewish holiday is internationally celebrated to commemorate the historic exodus from slavery in Egypt. A “movable feast”, the dates for Passover vary from year to year. Traditionally, the Passover meal known as Seder, is held on the first two nights of Passover; this year on Wednesday and Thursday, April 5 and 6. A Seder requires a formal structure, with songs and readings and the presence of the Seder plate. I have a fond high school memory from when I was invited to learn more by participating in a Passover meal. The Seder plate contains six different foods: matzo, a green vegetable, a lamb shank bone and haroset, which is a mixture of apples and cinnamon, bitter herbs and an egg. If you are hosting a Seder meal please remember preparations are available in Mission Hills at Vons and Lazy Acres with table setting extras at Lewis+Fay Collective, Mission Gallery and likely a few more places. Take a stroll and see.
Do you celebrate Easter? Easter is also an internationally celebrated holiday and a “movable feast” whose date is the first Sunday following the full moon, or spring equinox. So, Easter doesn’t happen on the same date from year to year. For many, this holiday provides opportunities for religious and non-religious joyful family celebrations and is a perfect excuse for gathering over a Sunday meal and hunting for hidden eggs. In advance of Easter, browsing shops in the Mission Hills neighborhood for eggs, bunnies, and creative chocolate flowers and animals is a great way to also salute spring on the ninth of this month. Vons, Lazy Acres, Ibis Market and Lewis+Fay Collective have many Easter items; and remember Shakespeare’s Corner Shoppe for an assortment of British made chocolate Easter goodies.
Certainly, floral arrangements make a celebration table setting more beautiful and a floral bouquet is always a welcome host gift. Where better to find florals than at Mission Hills’ own Backbone Floral? For wine and spirits, Falcon Liquor, Ibis Market, Mission Hills Liquor, and Hills Wine & Spirits offer a cultivated collection.
Toward the end of the month is Earth Day. The first Earth Day was focused on the United States on April 22, 1970 and was established to demonstrate support for environmental protection. This annual event now boasts 1 billion celebrants in more than 193 countries and includes a wide range of events coordinated by EarthDay.org. Invest in Our Planet is this year’s theme. At home and at work there are many small acts of environmental conservation that each of us can do to lessen our impact on the environment and make the world a better place for generations to come. Do you reuse your shopping bags? Live near your worksite? Use public transit, carpool, bicycle or walk to work and errands? I’m thankful the concept of trying to be environmentally friendly was ingrained in me from a young age when, prior to the City of San Diego offering blue recycling bins, I helped my dad paint his “paper box.” The paper box sat in the alley behind our house and was a place fo neighbors to drop off old newspapers, which he then took to a recycling facility in his pick-up truck. This likely influenced my decision to earn the Green Designation through the National Association of Realtors® nearly ten years ago.
Speaking of small things we can all do, new green bins for organic waste recycling have been delivered throughout Mission Hills. Have you received your new green bin? California State Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383), requires the reduction of organic waste disposed of in landfills. Organic waste is food scraps and food-soiled paper from kitchens and food operations and yard waste such as garden
and landscape waste, organic textiles and carpets and wood waste. In order to comply with SB 1383, throughout California all commercial and residential facilities are required to participate in organic waste recycling unless the business entity qualifies for a de minimis waiver (i.e., doesn’t produce organic waste in the course of operating the business; think hazardous disposal from a dental practice). Organic waste collection services for households serviced by the City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department began in January 2023 and will continue as a phased rollout, with completion expected by mid-2023. The city, however, does not provide collection services to businesses. Businesses are receiving their new green bins from private recycling, waste and environmental services providers with whom they have contracted. Did you know materials collected in the green bins get converted into marketable recycled products, including compost, renewable natural gas, electricity, and paper? Please be sure to reach out to the city or your private waste hauler if you have not received your new green bin.
Let’s plan ahead and mark your calendars for two more environmentally friendly annual events in Mission Hills taking place in April and in May.
Maureen and Antoinette at COMPASS are continuing the twentyfour-year tradition of the Mission Hills Community Garage Sale. They will host the 2023 sale on Saturday, April 29. Stop in at 1621 West Washington for a sign-up card. And, the One Mission Realty’s Annual Shredding Event will be taking place on Saturday, May 20 from 9 until 11 a.m. on Hawk Street and Fort Stockton Drive. Visit OneMissionRealty.com/shred for more information.
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The California Association for Nurse Practitioners has selected Charlotte Thomas, an intensive care unit nurse practitioner with Scripps Health, as the recipient of its 2023 Nurse Practitioner of Distinction Award. Thomas received the honor at CANP’s annual educational conference on March 16 in Monterey, Calif.
Thomas, who has doctoral degrees in nursing practice and nursing education science, serves as co-program director and chief of advanced practice for critical care medicine at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.
The CANP award recognizes several of Thomas’ recent accomplishments. She led Scripps’ efforts to implement a novel “model ICU care” approach, which includes multidisciplinary patient care teams and standardized, collaborative processes for improved efficiency and consistency. Following the introduction of this new approach, the number of days patients spend on ventilators and their overall length of stay in the ICU have both decreased.
Thomas also developed an advanced practice provider (APP) critical care orientation training program at Scripps and has been active in recruiting and proctoring new APPs. Her leadership in this area has led to APPs delivering critical care services to patients inunderserved settings.
Beyond the ICU, Thomas created an APP procedure team to better support the hospital’s procedural needs and improve efficiencies on the medical-surgical floors. She also served as an ICU content expert on transition to practice standards for California Assembly Bill 890, which is currently in effect as law and gives nurse practitioners greater autonomy in their practice.
“Charlotte’s clinical skills, compassion and dedication have benefitted our patients and staff since the day she joined us,” said Tom Gammiere, Scripps Health’s corporate senior vice president and southern regional chief executive. “Her achievements are particularly impressive, considering they came while the U.S.-Mexico border region where Scripps Chula Vista is located was impacted by especially high numbers of COVID-19 patients.”
The Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award recognizes a CANP member who demonstrates excellence in furthering the nurse practitioner role. A nurse practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who has completed graduate-level education and has an expanded scope of
practice, compared to the traditional registered nurse role.
Thomas is a United States Army veteran who served as a combat flight medic. She went on to work in various nursing capacities at hospitals and health systems in Florida and Virginia before joining Scripps. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Jacksonville University in Florida and her master’s degree in nursing from the University of South Alabama, where she also earned doctoral degrees in nursing practice and nursing education science.
Established in 1977, CANP advocates for more than 30,000 nurse practitioners across California by providing educational and networking opportunities for professional growth.
Second Chance, a San Diego nonprofit dedicated to helping people facing the barriers of justice involvement become empowered members of society, is holding its 30th Anniversary Celebration fundraiser themed Where Success Takes Flight, on Thursday, April 27, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park.
Honorary Chairs Joan and Irwin Jacobs invite you to join them for a special evening raising funds for Second Chance programs that disrupt the cycles of incarceration and poverty. Guests will enjoy delectable food, beverages, music, a live and silent auction, and an opportunity to meet current and past Second Chance participants and learn more about their stories and success.
The Honorable Judge Desiree Bruce-Lyle will be recognized for her 22 years of service with the collaborative courts, and her work with Second Chance. Each year, more than nine million people cycle through local jails and more than 700,000 are released from state and federal prison. Second Chance’s reentry programs are designed to assist incarcerated individuals with a successful transition to their community.
Sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are available. For more information, about sponsorships and to purchase tickets, visit www. secondchanceprogram.org/2023.
Theatre, located at 4040 Twiggs Street in Old Town San Diego. Write Out Loud Story Concerts bring literature to life - aloud - with rehearsed readings by professional actors. Each program explores specific themes by weaving a variety of stories, poems, and sometimes music, together into a literary tapestry. Performers for this concert include Megan Carmitchel, Steven Lone, Brian Mackey, Walter Ritter and Rachael VanWormer.
Write Out Loud Associate Artistic Director Rachael VanWormer, shared “The brilliance of science fiction is that it perpetually asks us to consider possibilities outside and beyond what we are and what we know, while - at the exact same time - asking us to reflect on and examine what we currently are and currently know. Is the proposed alternative better or worse? That answer may vary, but the question is always worth asking.”
Stories to be presented, include:
• “Cain” (excerpt) by Lord Byron Read by Rachael VanWormer
• “The Wretched and the Beautiful” by E Lily Yu Read by Rachael VanWormer
• “The Miniature Wife” by Manuel Gonzales Read by Steven Lone
• “Mimsy Were the Borogoves” by Catherine L Moore (pen name Lewis Padgett)
Read by The Company
• “They’re Made Out of Meat” by Terry Bisson Read by Brian Mackey & Walter Ritter
Write Out Loud - an organization with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading short stories aloud for a live audience to continue their 16th Season of Story Concerts with “SCI-FI What Else Might There Be?” At 7 p.m., Monday, April 10 at the Old Town
• “The Fun They Had” by Isaac Asimov Read by Megan Carmitchel Tickets for SCI-FI What Else Might There Be? are $25. There are discounts for seniors, military ($22) and students ($5). Purchase tickets on-line at https://writeoutloud.ticketspice.com/season-16-2022 or by calling 619-944-8953.
The Old Globe presents the world premiere of “Exotic Deadly: Or the MSG Play,” written by Keiko Green (Cygnet Theatre Company’s Sharon, ACT’s You Are Cordially Invited to the End of the World!) and directed by Jesca Prudencio (Geffen Playhouse’s King Liz, San Diego Repertory Theatre’s Vietgone). Performances begin Saturday, April 8 and play through Friday, May 7, 2023, with the opening on Thursday, April 13 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center in San Diego’s Balboa Park. Tickets are now on sale at www.TheOldGlobe.org.
It’s 1999, and Ami is an awkward Asian American high schooler whose world comes crashing down with a terrible discovery: her family is responsible for manufacturing MSG, the mysterious ingredient getting all the kids hooked! Meanwhile, a cool new girl arrives from Japan, and she’s not playing by the rules. Ami vows to redeem her family name and save the world from MSG. This whimsical, time-traveling adventure is a riotous and hilarious romp through wild teenaged crushes, family legacies, and the magical properties of instant ramen!
“‘Exotic Deadly: Or the MSG Play’ is a very, very special work,” said Erna Finci Viterbi artistic director Barry Edelstein. “Uproariously funny, super smart, and wildly original, it bends time and space, genre and form, to tell the extraordinary—and true!—story of why generations of American diners saw ‘No MSG’ signs in restaurant windows. Keiko Green’s play takes us on a great theatrical thrill ride and detours along the way into questions of family, history, and culture that make this evening in the theatre as rich as it is entertaining. Jesca Prudencio and her gifted cast do inventive and joyous work, and they bring the Globe’s audiences a truly memorable show. I can’t wait to share it with our audiences.”
The cast for “Exotic Deadly: Or the MSG Play” includes Anna Mikami (Amazon’s “The Map of Tiny Perfect Things”) as Actor 1 (“Ami”), Eunice Bae (Broadway’s “The Skin of Our Teeth”) as Actor 2 (“Exotic Deadly”), Trevor Salter (Off Broadway’s “Here Lies Love”) as Actor 3, Amy Kim Waschke (The Old Globe’s “The White Snake”) as Actor 4, Michelangelo Hyeon (National Asian American Theatre
Company’s “Henry VI”) as Actor 5, and James Seol (Broadway’s “Come from Away”) as Actor 6. Plus understudy Camilla Leonard (The Old Globe’s “Measure for Measure,” M.F.A. student of The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre Program) as Actor 1 (“Ami”) and Actor 2 (“Exotic Deadly”), and Samuel Young (“Macbeth” and “Much Ado About Nothing at Coronado Playhouse) as Actor 3, Actor 5, and Actor 6.
In addition to playwright Keiko Green and director Jesca Prudencio, the creative team includes Yu Shibagaki (scenic design), Hahnji Jang (costume design), Cha See (lighting design), Fan Zhang (sound design), Caparelliotis Casting (casting), and Chandra R.M. Anthenill (production stage manager).
In 1989, Fred Rogers, of the “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” show, visited the San Diego Zoo, where he got to see giraffes up close. That visit became one of the most beloved episodes of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” of all time, sparking children’s wonder about animals and the natural world.
According to two authors who are scheduled to share their impressions of Mr. Rogers’ influence, “Fred knew how important it was for children to wonder. In fact, curiosity was one of the ‘tools for learning’ he taught on television.”
These tools have been shown to be up to ten times more predictive of children’s success than test scores. They can help kids do better academically, emotionally, and even physically.
Those two ambassadors, Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, who are from Fred Rogers’ real-life neighborhood of Pittsburgh — and the authors of a book about how parents and teachers can follow in Fred’s footsteps — are scheduled to be in San Diego in April to spread Fred’s message and celebrate teachers ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week.
The authors of the book, “When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids,” children’s advocate Gregg Behr knows that when it comes to children, nothing is more powerful than kindness. Behr and Rydzewski will be in San Diego in mid-April to discuss their book.
They will discuss the analysis of Fred Rogers’ approach to education, parenting, and children’s mental and emotional health which reveals the science behind why Rogers’ techniques work so well, and how today’s parents and educators can apply those lessons in their own homes and classrooms. Behr will share information about Mister Rogers:
• Mister Rogers was more than a nice guy in a sweater. He was also a brilliant scientist who parents and teachers can continue to learn from today.
• The “tools for learning” he taught in Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood have been shown to be up to ten times more predictive of children’s success than test scores. They can help kids do better academically, emotionally, and even physically.
• A new book — “When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids” — shows parents, teachers, and everyone else how to nurture these “tools for learning” in digital-age kids.
“Kindness is a key component of academic success” says Behr, who is
executive director of The Grable Foundation and a co-chair of the Remake Learning Council. “Students who feel bullied, isolated, ignored, or unheard often have difficulty forming friendships, developing confidence, being able to focus on schoolwork, and satisfying their academic and creative potential.”
Gregg Behr is a father and children’s advocate whose work to ignite children’s curiosity, encourage creativity, and foster belonging in schools, libraries, museums, and beyond has been celebrated around the world.
Ryan Rydzewski is a father, a former teacher, and an award-winning science and education journalist whose stories span everything from schools to space travel to “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”
On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, eight new board members will begin their terms with the Uptown Planners Group, which represents the communities of Hillcrest, Bankers Hill, Mission Hills, University Heights, Medical Center and Middletown. These eight candidates shared a common mission to putting communities first over buildings and working with the communities that they serve.
Supporting them in the election included Mission Hills Heritage,
Uptown United, and Rescue Hillcrest.
Those who were elected, include Susan Blackwell of University Heights, Jason Frye of Hillcrest, Juli Hyde of Mission Hills, Don Liddell of Bankers Hill, Blake Peterson of Hillcrest, Clifford Weiler of Mission Hills, Jim Walsh of Bankers Hill, and Susan White of Bankers Hill.
During the board meeting, the board chair and committee chairs for 2023 will also be selected.
Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging a caring community to help transition-age foster youth achieve self- sufficiency and well-being, is proud to announce their newest board member, Jessica Friesen.
In addition to being a volunteer coach within the Just in Time community, Jessica serves as assistant vice president and commercial associate at Bank of America. Both Friesen and Bank of America have been consistent supporters of the Just in Time mission. Friesen brings experience in sales, project management and relationship management to the Just in Time board. Jessica received her MBA from San Diego State University. In her free time, she is an avid beach volleyball player.
Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) is a nonprofit that serves young people out of the foster care system after age 18 who leave without a safety net or a family to assist with their transition to adulthood. JIT provides a community of support to help these young adults stay on the path to self-sufficiency. Serving nearly 2,000 youth annually, JIT is focused on stable housing, essential education, meaningful employment, financial security, reliable transportation, positive connections, confidence, and well-being. For more information, visit www.jitfosteryouth.org.
The 15th Annual Miracle Babies Superhero 5K will take place on Sunday, May 7 at Naval Training Center (NTC) Park, Liberty Station, located at 2455 Cushing Road in San Diego. All attendees are encouraged to grab their superhero cape and mask and walk or run 3.1 miles to support families with hospitalized infants. On-site 5K registration begins at 7 a.m. The event includes a timed 5K run at 8 a.m., followed by a family-friendly 5K walk at 9 a.m., perfect for all levels. All participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero! In addition to the 5K course, the event includes a merchant and resource fair, food trucks, games, crafts, exotic cars, superheroes and more.
The San Diego Blood Bank will be present for a blood drive from 7 a.m. to 12/noon. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are accepted.
Registration fees range from $30 for youth participants (11-17 years old) to $50 for adult runners. Four-legged furry friends are encouraged to participate as “Paw Walkers.” For those unable to make the in-person event, there is also a virtual 5K open to everyone. To register for the inperson or virtual 5K, visit https://www.miraclebabies.org .
Leader Jones. “His reckless proposal allows unelected bureaucrats to intervene in the free market and jack up gas prices for those who can least afford it. Californians already pay the highest gas prices in the nation and they aren’t fooled by the governor’s smoke and mirrors. When the Legislature said “NO” to his original proposal, the Governor held closeddoor meetings and cut Californians out of the conversation. I opposed this bill not because I’m protecting the companies, but because my constituents were cut out of the conversation on a rushed law and this bill is going to lead to higher gas prices for all Californians.”
California Senate and Assembly Democrats jammed through the governor’s proposal as SBX1-2, which allows the California Energy Commission, conveniently appointed by the governor, to decide fines on gasoline companies. This measure will ultimately impact supply and demand and create a ripple effect that creates higher prices at the pump, just as gas prices are approaching $5 per gallon in California. Leader Jones spoke in opposition to the measure on the Senate Floor last week.
Gas prices in California will rise again.
Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) slammed Governor Newsom for signing into law Senate Bill X1-2, his measure that allows unelected bureaucrats to raise gas taxes.
“It’s unbelievable that Governor Newsom wants to spend $10 million to raise gas taxes in the midst of a $22.5 billion budget deficit,”said
Leader Jones offered an alternative approach to actually lower gas prices. Instead of raising gas taxes as the governor seeks to do, Leader Jones introduced Senate Bill X1-1 and Senate Bill 32, which suspends the state’s gas taxes and fees, resulting in an immediate price cut of $1 per gallon. SBX1-1 was dismissed on the Senate Floor by California Senate Democrats without even a debate. SB 32 has been double referred to first the Senate Environmental Quality Committee and then to the Senate Governance and Finance Committee. SB 32 is set for hearing on April 19, 2023 in the Senate Environmental Quality Committee.
This past month, the Old Town San Diego Safe and Clean Committee, that has representation by members of the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce, held a meeting which was extremely well attended. Representatives from numerous governmental agencies, including the City and County Parks and Recreation Departments, the San Diego Police Department, the Mayor’s office, Caltrans, San Diego Metro Transit System, County of San Diego Health and Human Services, and residents and business owners from the community. The meeting took place at the Mormon Battalion Museum, located at 2510 Juan Street in Old Town San Diego.
Each department was given an opportunity to speak about their roles in assisting with different topics, including the homeless encampments and dangerous individuals who have been frequenting establishments and parks in the area. Ongoing issues with street vendors who are creating challenges for pedestrians on the sidewalks and impeding foot traffic for brick-and-mortar businesses. Homeless encampments in and around Presidio Park that have created a significant increase in fires during 2022 (100 percent increase from 2021). Graffiti abatement and management to eliminate an unfriendly environment for visitors, businesses, and residents. Abandoned shopping carts and holding locations for their removal; and recent communication with businesses that offer them to customers.
In addition to speaking on their roles with the topics above, the individuals representing these various governmental agencies accepted questions and comments from members of the audience. Due to subject matter and personal experiences, business owners and residents shared serious concern for delays in action taken and getting results, especially in
emergency situations.
Officer David Surwillo, who spoke on behalf of the San Diego Police Department, offered his responses on delays due to staffing shortages, and reminded members of the audience to use the Get It Done ap on non-emergency matters, including graffiti, abandoned shopping carts, homeless encampments, and street vendors.
The celebration of the century comes alive in Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! This monumental ice-skating spectacular returns to San Diego playing seven fun-filled performances at Pechanga Arena, located at 3500 Sports Arena Boulevard in San Diego from Thursday, April 13 through Sunday, April 16, 2023.
Audiences will be a part of the magic of Disney as Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse leads a parade of more than 50 beloved characters starring Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and featuring an ensemble of Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. The wintry wonderland of Disney’s Frozen also comes to life with Anna, Elsa, and the hilarious Olaf, as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Exciting moments from Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory, Disney’s Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime.
The legacy of Disney is displayed through 14 classic and modern stories in this epic production that features an international team of award-winning figure skaters, high-energy choreography and a breathtaking set. With over 30 melodious masterpieces such as “Let It Go!,” “You’ve Got A Friend in Me” and “Hakuna Matata,” Disney On Ice Let’s Celebrate is the ultimate Disney fan experience. Families will join the fun in an exciting opening number that salutes Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as the original hosts of Disney On Ice in an unforgettable experience in our hometown.
Tickets can be purchased online at AXS.com or in-person at the venue box office.
Mission Hills is a distinctive and unique community with an impressive history, rich with stories of those who contributed immensely to San Diego’s character and personality. Sidewheel ferryboat steamship captain, Henry James Johnston operating frequently between San Francisco and San Diego in the 1860s purchased the first homesite in Mission Hills on Orizaba Street. By the early 1900s people like George W. Marston, Kate Sessions, and John Spreckels were actively doing their part to give Mission Hills its importance, in terms of architecture, landscaping, park lands and historical significance.
Mission Hills continues to be a community heavily inspired by what makes it attractive and characteristically unique. From 3 to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 29 Mission Hills Heritage is hosting an exhibition of the home that master architect William Templeton Johnson designed for himself at 4520 Trias Street.
This renowned architect studied at Columbia University and the Ecole des Beaux-Art with a particular focus on Spanish Revival style. He is responsible for some of the most artistic and attractive buildings in the city of San Diego, including the Serra Museum, La Valencia Hotel, Francis Parker School, the Museum of Natural History, and the San Diego Museum of Art. Balboa Park is home of some of these incredible notable buildings and structures, including the Plaza de Panama.
The Mission Hills Heritage event is purposefully being limited to only
200 people and will begin with a slide-show presentation by Dr. Gordon Hunt, who lives in a Templeton Johnson home and has researched the architect extensively. Small groups will then be led into the home with educated docents.
Tickets may only be purchased at the Mission Heritage website at www.missionhillsheritage.org/inspire_events.
Members of the Senate Transportation Committere held an oversight hearing yesterday to discuss the overhyped and over budget California HighSpeed Rail. Major red flags indicate the High-Speed Rail is in serious jeopardy.
While the High-Speed Rail Authority’s Communications and Outreach website is full of descriptive videos, press conference posturing, and even a “Get the Facts: page, California Senate Republicans want Californians to know the truth and have outlined a list of faces versus myths about the High-Speed Rail.
A new report released earlier this month by the California High Speed Rail Authority revealed a shocking reality – the 171-mile segment from Merced to Bakersfield would now cost a whopping $33 billion - $10 billion more than the project’s budget from just last year. What makes matters even worse, this single segment now will cost more than the original estimate for the entire 500-mile system which was approved by voters in 2008.
“Why does the majority party keep tossing desperately needed dollars into this endless money pit?,” asked Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks). “When the voters passed Proposition 1A in 2008, they thought they were approving the “Safe, Reliable High-Speed Passenger Train Bond Act.” This project is not at all what voters approved; we’re looking at essentially a $100 billion amusement park ride from Bakersfield to Merced. It’s time for this state to defund the High-Speed Rail and use those funds to tackle other pressing infrastructure challenges such as water, flood control, or roads.”
Costal development permit approved. Demolition permit approved, construction plans pending approval for a 9,500 square foot modern home. Amazing views above La Jolla Shores.
