Hillcrest News August 2017

HILLCREST NEWS PRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE Your Neighborhood Source - Serving local communities, kids, & causes throughout Southern California. PAID SAN DIEGO, CALocalUmbrella.com EDDM RETAIL PEOPLE SUPPORTING PEOPLE ❤ Local Postal Customer Vol. 26 No. 8 August 2017 WHAT’S INSIDE… Food, Booze & Boutiques You don’t need to fly to Italy to expe- rience authentic Italian food. You only need to go as far as South Park. On the busy corner of 30th and Fern sits Piacere Mio. The name is Italian for “My Pleasure,” and it certainly is a pleasure to eat there. PG. 6 San Diego Welcomes Refugees Since the end of the Vietnam War, California has welcomed 732,000 refugees. During that time, San Diego resettled more than 85,000 refugees —roughly equal to the entire popu- lation of cities such as Chico or New- port Beach. PG. 8Sean Barnes, owner of Love & Aesthetics, one of several businesses who came together last month to raise money for the the San Diego LGBT Fundraiser for Young MusiciansCommunity Center. OnAug.20,Trumpeter Gilbert Castel- lanos will host a fundraiser for his newLast month several local businesses helped program,The Jazz Lions Conservatory,raise money for our invaluable San Diego LGBT at the Handlery Hotel.A legion of leg-Community Center. Check out who they are endary artists including MikeWofford,and what makes each of the spots so Marshall Hawkins, Tommy Aros andAWESOME and UNIQUE! more will take the stage. PG. 19Read more on PAGE 10 \"Eric Disque, owner of OEX Pt. Loma, on of several businesses CONTACT US who came together last month to raise money for the the San Diego LGBT Community Center.\" EDITORIAL/LETTERS [email protected] ADVERTISING Kat Haney [email protected]

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5AUGUST 2017 | Diversionary Theatre Receives State Grant Student Matinee Program and Stonewall Salon to benefitWINNIE’SPICKS!OUT OF THE FURNACE – Christian Bale, 1000 TO 1: THE CORY WEISSMAN STORY Diversionary TheatreWoody Harrelson, Casey Affleck. Very good sus- – I like true stories that are so inspiring. It makespense! Two brothers cross paths with a vicious you so thankful for your own life. Cory scored Diversionary Theatre is one of 1,706 gram builds writing and acting skills, andcrime ring. Woody Harrelson does an outstand- 1,000 points in high school and was expected to organizations across the state that will be strong ensemble principles. This programing acting job, as usual. Those of you that love be a standout athlete at Gettysburg College. Fol- receiving grant awards from the California will meet weekly and culminates with anaction and suspense should not miss this one. lowing a catastrophic stroke at the end of his fresh- Arts Council (CAC). The two grants original devised performance on Diver- man year, Cory’s comeback is really something to awarded to Diversionary will support sionary’s historic Mainstage. This grant wasZOOKEEPER’S WIFE - Jessica Chastain. In watch. A winner! Diversionary’s Student Matinee Program provided through CAC’s Artists Activating1939, Poland, Antoniana Zabinska and her hus- and help establish the Stonewall Salon, a Communities Program.band successfully run the Warsaw Zoo and raise THE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY. – Disney new program for LGBT and communitytheir family. Their world is turned upside down documentary. Oh yes, this is an oldie. If you allied seniors “We are honored and grateful that thewhen the country is invaded by the Nazis. This are like me, you have never taken the time to see state of California is recognizing and sup-is a true story and very much an edge of your this one. You MUST as soon as you can. Three “I’m thrilled that Diversionary is part- porting Diversionary’s commitment to theseat drama. You will admire these people that animals that will win you over. I was talking out nering with the state on these two vital pro- San Diego community with these grants,”worked so hard to save others. It is very tense. loud to the screen. I love it and it is a movie for grams serving the San Diego community. said Jenny Case, managing director.Put it on your list! everyone. It made me sad at times and also very The theater is a place for communal heal- happy. That is nature for you. Based on a true ing, understanding and reconciliation, and Diversionary Mission:GREY LADY - Eric Dane, Natalie Zea, Amy story. these programs will have a significant “Diversionary, the third oldest LGBTMadigan. When Boston police detective James impact on the youth and older generation theater in the country, was founded in 1986Doyle’s partner is killed in an ambush, a clue sends Don’t forget! If you are having a hard time find- we serve. These programs represent the with the mission to provide an inspiringhim to Nantucket. A murder mystery unfolds ing a movie or you want a copy made of a VHS heart of our mission,” said Matt Morrow, and thought-provoking theatrical platform or DVD, please call Guy (my son) and he will do executive artistic director. to explore complex and diverse LGBT sto-BAG IT - A documentary about plastic that this service for you. Call 619-990-0852 or email ries, which influence the larger cultural dis-everyone of you need to see. The harm it is doing at [email protected]. Diversionary’s Student Matinee Program cussion. Our vision is to foster and amplifyto our babies, especially when you use the serves middle and high schools across the the next generation of LGBT voices by pro-microwave. See this film and get educated. A See you next month, Winnie county in providing access to theater arts ducing new plays and musicals in a dynam-lot to learn to save your life and loved ones. Excel- and cultural education. Students attend a ic, inclusive and supportive environmentlent information! NOTE: Winnie will be celebrating her 90th birth- performance of one of Diversionary’s that celebrates and preserves our unique day this month and she will see you next month Mainstage productions and are also culture. We are a vital part of San Diego's with more thoughts and suggestions. engaged in the themes and subject matter thriving theater ecology and one of only presented in the shows through pre- and ten theatres in the county dedicated specif- post-show in-classroom workshops. Many ically to developing and giving voice to sto- of the students who attend these perfor- ries about the LGBT community.” mances come from low-income commu- The California Arts Council’s grant pro- nities and this is their first exposure to live grams are administered through a multi- theater. The grant provided through the step, public process. Following an open call Artists in Schools Exposure program of the for applications, all submissions are adju- CAC will enable the program to continue dicated by peer review panels made up of and expand to program in San Diego experts from the arts field. Based on panel County. recommendations and available funds, the Council voted on grant awards at public Diversionary’s Stonewall Salon is a new meetings in San Diego on May 9 and interactive arts education program for Sebastopol on June 7, 2017. LGBT and community allied seniors focused on developing and writing per- sonal histories, giving their often unheard dynamic life stories a platform. The pro-

6 | AUGUST 2017Eating Italian in South Park BY MINDY FLANARY AND JOYELL NEVINSPiacere Mio (‘My Pleasure’) and Buona Forchetta offer a tempting variety of authentic Italian cuisinePiacere Mio — the name is Italian for ‘My Pleasure.’ Buona Forchetta’s outside patio is large and open-air.Piacere Mio to us. This allowed us to enjoy more laughter It landed on our radar because we were dis- Peaslee brought in a new baker who works and conversation without feeling any pressure cussing the restaurant while crossing a busy in the off-hours to make fresh breads and pas- Good news San Diegans! You don’t need to to leave. street, when a stranger stopped us and urged tries offered every morning. We highly recom-fly to Italy to experience authentic Italian food. us to go — immediately. We figured that if the mend the croissant and gingerbread cookie.You only need to go as far as South Park. Olive The owners, Marco and Stefano with ties to restaurant was good enough to stop traffic, it They both melt in your mouth. Here’s a bonusGarden, this is not. Roma and Genova, respectively, have now was worth a first visit. And we have learned it fun fact — the former pastry chef and her opened a second Piacere Mio in Rancho is worth a second and third as well! boyfriend are currently sailing around the On the busy corner of 30th and Fern sits Bernardo. This location added homemade world.Piacere Mio. The name is Italian for “My Plea- wood-fired pizzas to the menu. Grant’s Marketplace: The Deli onsure,” and it certainly was our pleasure to eat Buona Forchetta: A “Good Fork” the Corner Grant’s offers meal options like baked egg-there. We love that they make all their pastas plant, grass-fed Harris Ranch burgers, quichesin house. The tagliatelle was done to al dente If you want to get wood-fired pizza in South Deli offerings at Grant’s Marketplace. the size of deep dish stuffed pizza, and manyperfection. Park, try Buona Forchetta. Their website refers others. They have a tasting menu that pairs to the Stefano Ferrara pizza oven as their star Just down the street from Buona Forchetta food with beer and wine suggestions. Five varieties of pastas are offered on the player. Lovingly named Sofia after co-owner is Grant’s Marketplace. This is a long-standing“Make your Own Pasta Dish” menu: pap- Matteo Cattaneo’s first daughter, the oven was corner store in the South Park neighborhood. Whether you want a sit-down experience orpardelle, taglierini, capellini, gluten free, and featured in Food and Wine magazine. As a specialty grocery store, they offer a variety grab and go, South Park offers plenty for thethe aforementioned tagliatelle. You can mix it of artisan cheeses, wine, and gourmet coffee Italian food aficionado. Where should we goup with sauces such as bolognese, pesto, and At Buona Forchetta, tag lines like “May the as well as sundries like butter and soda. Many next? Check out @fbbgals on Instagram forthe traditional tomato among others. Be sure Fork be with You” and “Forchettaboutit” and of those options are from local distributors, more photos from our adventures and to offerto come hungry as portion sizes are large. pictures of celebrities on their porcelain like Coronado Spice and Tea. your suggestions. .Joyell’s attempt at finishing her entire plate thrones all add to the lighthearted atmosphere.was an epic fail (Mindy knew from the start The inside is slightly cramped, but the outside There are also several options for gluten free Restaurant Details:she would be taking some home). patio is large and open-air. and vegan scattered around the store. You can Piacere Mio try the fair trade Virtuoso Coffee brewed in 1947 Fern St., 92102 The bolognese sauce was rich without being We recommend starting off with an appe- house —Joyell recommends the Mexican brew. (619) 794-2543overpowering. The pesto was also subtle in its tizer — there are so many delicious choices. www.piaceremiosd.comflavoring. Other sauces offered in their ready- Along with traditional options such as This is a place known for their regulars. Staffmade dishes include a pink cream, white wine, bruschetta and caprese, you’ll also find pizza member Jordan Oliver says with a smile,“I see Buona Forchettaand saffron sauce. Also on the regular pasta in a jar and wild octopus. the same people. I know their kids and their 3001 Beech St., 92102menu were choices such as orecchiette with dogs.” She has been working there since new (619) 381-4844Italian sausage, homemade squid ink pasta in The regular menu is augmented by an exten- owner Jason Peaslee and is wife Liana took Buonaforchettasd.commarinara sauce, and raviolis stuffed with sive special list, outlined on floor to ceiling over from namesake Joe and Kim Grant.salmon, ground beef, or spinach. chalkboards. The categories for the specials are Longtime North Park resident Mindy Fla- always: pizza, risotto, gnocchi, ravioli, pasta, nary is a government contractor supporting Helping create these items is Chef Antonio, and a zuppa (soup). the Navy, which allows her to travel the world.who comes from Napoli in Southern Italy. He Mindy’s dream dinner would include the fic-worked at the famous Pizzeria Dal Presidente On their regular menu, we highly recom- tional character guest Daenerys Targaryen andalong Via dei Tribunali. While our server, mend the ossobucco alla milanese — the meat mathematician Fibonacci. Joyell Nevins is aManuela Ionuale, may not be famous in Italy, was so tender, it split apart with a fork. The writer whose passion is to tell stories, both ofshe certainly made us feel like superstars. She eggplant parmesan, another dish worth trying, the people in San Diego and her hometown ofand the other staff contributed to the warm came in crispy layers of eggplant drenched in Dayton, Ohio. Her dream dinner table guestatmosphere. marinara sauce and cheese. would be Jesus Christ and Elvis Presley. Mindy noted that our experience reminded Buona Forchetta holds a special place in ourher of being in Italy, where dinner is an affair foodie hearts — it was the outing that movedand you never get the feeling of being rushed. us from acquaintances to friends. With a loveAs typical in European restaurants, we had to of good food and laughter, it was at this restau-ask for our check rather than it being presented rant that the seed for “Food, Booze, and Bou- tiques” was planted.

7AUGUST 2017 |Jordan Oliver and Vanessa Cruz are staff at Grant’s Marketplace. Piacere Mio:Penne in Pink Sauce with Shrimp and ArugulaBuona Forchetta: The Ossobucco al Milanese.Piacere Mio: Mixed Greens Salate

8 | AUGUST 2017San Diego Welcomes More Refugees Than any Other California CountyBY ELIZABETH AGUILERA | CALMATTERS would be “detrimental” to the country. Ramazani Ali leads a group of fellow student graduates in dancing at a San Diego park. (Photo by Peggy Peattie It’s unclear what that means for refugees for CALmatters) Zawadi Namagazuzyo was about 12 whenshe was forced to flee her native Congo. Her from countries the order singled out for a will find support and a network to help them although 15 members skipped the vote, andmother and many family members were dead. broader ban: Iran, Syria, Libya, Sudan, Yemen settle in. it’s now before the Senate AppropriationsHer father wanted her to live. and Somalia. Committee. More than two-thirds of refugees, he said, “There was fighting, a lot of fighting,” she The U.S. Supreme Court will hear chal- do have some sort of family connection in the Another proposal would allow specialsaid, recalling how the two of them ended up lenges to the order this fall. States. immigrant visa-holders who pass certain testsat a refugee camp in Zambia. She grew up to move to the top of hiring lists for particularthere for 13 years— getting married, giving “They’ve had to flee some of the most hor- Refugees enter the U.S. on refugee status government jobs. It’s on hold until next year,birth, and always waiting to be resettled some- rific things human beings have to offer, they and after a year they must apply to become a McCarty says, while sponsors work out details.where else in the world. are escaping war, they are escaping terrorists, Legal Permanent Resident, which grants them Among opponents: the Service Employees they are escaping ISIS, they have been vetted a green card. After five years in the U.S. they International Union Local 1000, which com- Then 10 months ago, Namagazuzyo and her and now we are putting them through another can apply for citizenship. plained that it went too far by offering refugeesfamily were resettled in San Diego County, merry-go-round of uncertainty,” Murphy said. special consideration otherwise reserved exclu-where her father had been living for a few In San Diego, the majority of recent refugees sively for U.S. veterans.months. And under a brilliant sun on a recent Last year the U.S. admitted nearly 85,000 are from Iraq and Afghanistan, according toFriday, she joined other refugees at a picnic to refugees. More than half went to just 10 states the San Diego Refugee Forum, a collaboration Critics such as the organization Refugeecelebrate their graduation from a 12-week including Texas and New York, but the largest between the four resettlement agencies in the Resettlement Watch insist the program disre-English intensive class. Drumming reverber- group,7,908 refugees, settled in California, county — IRC, Catholic Charities, Jewish gards the impact refugees have on U.S. naturalated through the park, Congolese and Somali according to a Pew Research study. And 3,100 Family Services, and the Alliance for African resources. They also contend that it’s wrongdishes were spread out alongside pizza— and of those landed in San Diego County, along Assistance. for the U.S. to welcome refugees that will pro-a red, white and blue cake anchored the dessert with another 520 military interpreters on Spe- vide cheap labor for certain industries and endsection. cial Immigrant Visas, who are also classified “We want California to put out the welcome up receiving welfare and other taxpayer-fund- as refugees. mat for refugees, many of whom assisted our ed aid. “I ask questions about the life in San Diego, military as interpreters overseas, to help themabout the rent, bills, electricity,” said Nam- Since the end of the Vietnam War, California normalize their lives and be more productive When refugees arrive in the U.S., resettle-agazuzyo, who was surprised to find so many has welcomed 732,000 refugees, according to members of our communities,” said Assem- ment agencies work with them for an intensefellow African immigrants in her new home. state data. During that time, San Diego reset- blywoman Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher, a Demo- 90 days to help them find jobs, open bank“We speak together the language, we are many tled more than 85,000 refugees —roughly crat from San Diego and co-author of the accounts, register their children for school andin San Diego. I feel good.” equal to the entire population of cities such refugee bills currently being considered in the set up their lives. After that, the agencies offer as Chico or Newport Beach. state Capitol. other services that refugees can apply for, such For nearly a decade, no California county as auto and business loans.has received more refugees than San Diego You see it, hear it and feel it as you walk the The legislators have claimed one victoryCounty, followed by Los Angeles and Sacra- streets of the City Heights neighborhood east already — the final state budget approved in Back in City Heights at IRC’s New Rootsmento, according to state and federal data. A of downtown San Diego, where shoppers June allocates $10 million to be used over three Community Garden, where mainly refugeeslarge number of refugees are assigned to San throng Somali, Ethiopian and assorted Asian years for high-refugee-population school dis- tend some 95 plots, the greenhouses are filledDiego because of its concentration of four restaurants and a cacophony of languages ric- tricts to help support and integrate refugee with edibles rustling in the breeze.Idzai Mubai-resettlement agencies and the existence of sev- ochets in the air. In the nearby city of El Cajon, children. wa, 51, stretches her arms out over her threeeral rooted immigrant communities already where Arabic speakers do a brisk business in lush plots, bursting with kale, collard greensin the area. The trend dates back to the Viet- shops along Main Street, Iraqi Christians “Many of these kids come from heartbreak- and sugar cane stalks. She arrived in San Diegonam War, when hundreds of thousands of known as Chaldeans number an estimated ing and extreme trauma-filled circumstances,” 15 years ago from Zimbabwe, and remembersSoutheast Asians landed at Camp Pendleton 60,000, and many arrived as refugees. said McCarty, the assemblyman from Sacra- being thenewbie absorbing the cultural shocksfor U.S. resettlement. Many stayed, helping mento. “Certainly counseling and mental of American life, such as how children don’tmake the area a beacon for people fleeing from “San Diego has the fault of having the best health support is critical and most school dis- have to wear school uniforms. Now her daugh-violence, hunger and instability. weather in the world,” said Bishop Bawai Soro tricts need extra translation services.” ters are graduates of or are in college—one of St. Peter Chaldean Catholic Church, which on a scholarship at Vassar. “San Diego historically has been a very wel- is now looking for a third location in which The federal government funds the bulk ofcoming county,” said David Murphy, executive to hold its overflow services. Soro himself refugee costs, funneled through resettlement “The moment I got this garden it was golddirector of the International Rescue Commit- arrived in Chicago as a refugee 40 years ago, agencies. This year $37 million of that came for me. It just brings me close to home,” shetee there that resettled Namagazuzyo’s family and today he ministers to the infusion of Iraqi to California. The funds pay for initial housing said. “It made a huge difference because thisand hosted the English class. “There is now a refugees in San Diego. costs and then provide cash aid for the refugees is part of my income, it helps me sustain myvibrant multi-cultural population living in San for about 90 days, until refugees must begin family.”Diego.” “The wars that took place in Iraq didn’t just paying their own expenses. Refugees are destroy buildings and bridges and infrastruc- required to pay back the organization that She grows corn as her family’s chief food- At a time when President Donald Trump ture — they destroyed the human soul as well,” transports them for the travel expenses source, but the rest of the rows she plants tocites terrorism as justification to crack down he said. “These Iraqis are luckiest people in incurred in getting them to the U.S. In addi- sell at local farmer’s markets under the nameon immigration — the U.S. Supreme Court the world because they came to America.” tion, refugees may receive help from programs African Sisters Produce. She picked up on whaton Wednesday upheld, for now, key provisions such as CalWORKs (cash and food assistance) people are looking for. Kale has been hot. Andof his ban on refugees — California lawmakers The office of the United Nations High Com- and Medi-Cal (health care) that are funded that’s why this year she’s finally trying herare working to extend the Golden State’s wel- missioner for Refugees defines a refugee as by both the state and the federal government, green thumb on a California staple: strawber-come to the world’s displaced people. someone who has “been forced to flee his or according to the state Social Services Depart- ries. her country because of persecution, war, or ment. The agency does not keep data specifi- Democratic legislators from counties with violence.” The U.S. government further defines cally on what those costs are for this group. CALmatters.org is a nonprofit, nonpartisansignificant refugee populations are pushing a refugee as someone who may “face persecu- media venture explaining California policiesbills to help with education and employment, tion based on religion, political opinion, race, One of the bills would allow refugees and and politics.and secured a $10 million budget allocation nationality or membership in a particular special immigrant visa holders to pay in-stateto help refugee children. social group.” As a result, waves of refugees tuition rates upon arrival at public colleges. tend to reflect global conflict zones. No one voted against it in the Assembly, “We are a warm place and not just theweather but our hearts, and the legacy of that Once refugees have applied for refugee sta-continues,” said Democratic Assemblyman tus from the U.N., the agency, the U.S.Kevin McCarty of Sacramento, lead author of Embassy or other non-governmental agenciesthe refugee bills. “We welcome refugees who may refer refugees for resettlement in the U.S.are escaping war and persecution.” That referral kicks off an application process that can take years. President Donald Trump’s current executiveorder states that more than 300 people who The average wait time in a refugee camp isentered the United States as refugees are cur- 17 years.rently under FBI counterterrorism investiga-tion, and cites two examples of convictions — When considering a refugee, the U.S. con-including a Somali man brought to the U.S. ducts one of the most rigorous vetting pro-as a child refugee and sentenced to 30 years in cesses of any person allowed into the country,prison for his role in the plot to bomb a according to the U.S. Department of State.Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Portland, Accepted refugees have little say about toOregon. It also would cut the number of which state or county they will be sent. Tworefugees admitted this fiscal year from 110,000 factors play a role: if a refugee has family mem-to no more than 50,000, saying any more bers in a certain locale, and if a large commu- nity of refugees from the same country has already settled in a given area. The idea, Mur- phy said, is to provide a home where refugees

9AUGUST 2017 |By Bart Mendoza August 20 Paul Combs Gilbert Castellanos Castellanos Fundraiser for Young Musicians September 8 Alfred Howard Grateful Shred There can be no doubt that trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos is one of Paul Combs Quintet’s Tribute to Tadd Dameron Blaze Bayley the most important musicians to ever call San Diego home. Beyond his great gigs and session work, Castellanos has made it his life’s work It’s a testament to the fleeting nature of fame that an artist like to introduce jazz to younger audiences, while mentoring future gen- jazz composer, arranger and pianist Tadd Dameron (1917- erations of performers. On Aug. 20, Castellanos will host a fundraiser 1965), once hugely influential for his work with Count Basie, for his new program, The Jazz Lions Conservatory, at the Handlery Dizzy Gillespie and Sarah Vaughn, has largely faded from all Hotel. Starting at 2 p.m. a legion of legendary artists including Mike but the most detailed of musical history books. On Sept. 8, Wofford, Marshall Hawkins, Tommy Aros and more will take the Dizzy’s hopes to change that, with a special performance from stage with young musicians to promote this wonderful new educa- The Paul Combs Quintet. This show promises to be a real treat tional opportunity. If you are a fan of jazz, this event promises to be for jazz fans. Combs is a saxophonist and Dameron biographer, one of the year’s highlights. with his band’s set this night comprised of previously unknown www.younglionsjazzconservatory.org/fundraiser-2017 musical treasures found while researching the life and music of this unsung hero of early jazz. www.dizzysjazz.com September 2 A Rare, Spoken Word Performance by Alfred Howard On Sept. 2, Soda Bar has a particularly strong bill, featuring The Heavy Guilt, The Paragraphs, and Cardinal Moon, but this is a show where you will want to catch the opener, Alfred Howard, in a rare, spoken word performance. Howard is a lynchpin of the local music community, one of the founders of the Redwoods artist collective/label and a member of such combos as Dani Bell & The Tarantist, but he is also a wonderful raconteur, full of riveting, conversational stories, full of wit, humor and occasionally a moral. Anyone who has read his online postings knows what a talent Howard is; this opportunity to hear him read from his work shouldn’t be missed. www.sodabarmusic.com August 5 Dream Gig for Jazz and Duke Ellington Aficionados Swing fans won’t want to miss The San Diego Museum of Art’s new music series, “Portraits In Jazz,” taking place on Aug. 5. Presented by acclaimed trumpeter, Gilbert Castellanos, the event’s inaugural edition will feature a tribute to Duke Ellington by Gaslamp Quarter Jazz Orchestra, an 18-piece local big band, joined by special guests Rickey Woodard (tenor saxophone) and Melissa Morgan (vocalist). The celebration of the prolific composer’s music kicks off with a brief talk on Ellington and his life, before digging into some of the gems in his catalog of more than 1,000 songs. The night will feature the tunes original arrangements as recorded by Ellington, making this a jazz aficionados dream gig. www.sdmart.org September 5 The Church Mid-’90s Gems from Blaze Bayley September 16 Hard rock fans won’t want to miss an appearance by Blaze Bayley at Ethereal, Psychedelic Rock by The Church Brick by Brick on Sept. 5. Best known as the singer for Iron Maiden from 1994-1999, Bayley has made the best of his brief time with the Legendary Australian band The Church returns to San Diego on iconic rockers, performing songs from the two albums he recorded Sept. 16. Still helmed by frontman Steve Kilbey and guitarist Peter with them as well as with his earlier band, Wolfsbane. While you won’t Koppes, the quartet performs ethereal, psychedelic rock, as best hear any of the classic Maiden hits, there will be enough mid-’90s exemplified by their ’80s college radio hits, “The Unguarded gems in the set list to keep any music lover happy. Although his tenure Moment,”“Reptile” and “Under The Milky Way.” Currently touring with Iron Maiden was short-lived, Bayley is still a part of rock history in advance of their 26th album since their 1980 founding, “Man well worth checking out. www.brickXbrick.com Woman Life Death Infinity,” The Church remains a compelling listen, with each spin of their albums revealing more. While the set list this night will include new material, longtime fans will be happy to know the show is a career retrospective, highlighted by their best known songs. www.musicboxsd.com

10 AUGUST 2017 COVER STORY People Supporting People ❤ Adams Ave News Last month we celebrated love, those living with HIV. Last year The he loves living and the artists and as well as encouraging new guests Bay Park Connection inclusion, and unity, as the San Center provided more than 61,000 lines he believes in most. to walk through our doors. College Area Connection Diego PRIDE Festival took front direct service visits to San Diego Through great food, friendly and and center stage. Laughter, love, and community members, and through Love & Aesthetics Hours truly meaningful service and a flare Hillcrest News glitter each took their marks as our its events, activities and advocacy, Monday – Friday for fun, we are excited to serve you; IB Connection community came together for more touched the lives of thousands 11AM–6PM our neighbors and friends. Ken-Tal News indelible memories with old and more. Saturday Mission Hills News new friends. 10AM–6PM John Ealy - Owner North Park News San Diego LGBT Sunday Serra Mesa Connection The moment was highlighted by Community Center Hours 11AM–5PM Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar Hours South Park News Rikke Ellis-Bahena’s brilliant pro- Monday – Saturday Monday – Thursday ject,“Together Strong.” His powerful 9AM–9PM HARLEY GRAY 8AM–9:30PM Local Umbrella Media images struck something in each of Sunday KITCHEN & BAR Friday – Saturday - your neighborhood source - us, tapping into a reservoir of emo- Closed 902 W Washington St, 8AM–10PM tion circling our current politically San Diego, CA 92103 Sunday Group Publisher charged climate. The result was LOVE & AESTHETICS (619) 955-8451 9AM–9:30PM Brad Weber BEAUTIFUL! Website: loveandaesthetics.com Menu:  North Park Location harleygraykitchenandbar.com LUNCHBOXWAX [email protected] It was unquestionably one of the Address: 2910 University Ave. Reservations:  opentable.com HILLCREST - SAN DIEGO  best PRIDE Festivals to date for San Phone: (619) 487-9302 Order:  doordash.com Associate Publisher Diego, with many of us already lunchboxwax.com/hillcrest-san-diego/ Kat Haney eager to usher in 2018’s month of Little Italy Location Harley Gray for me is a represen- 1040 University Ave Suite B205, July. Address:  621 W Fir St, tation of everything that I have San Diego, CA 92103 [email protected] San Diego, CA 92101 learned that is important for a (619) 831-8877 And . . . along with the fun and Phone:  (619) 546-6143 restaurant to be successful. This was Editor celebration were also inspiring acts collaboration of the people I most Walk into LunchboxWax with Manny Cruz of generosity. Rikke, himself, donat- From housewares to furniture, admire and trust and of my own hair you don’t want, leave feeling [email protected] ed 50% of all the proceeds of his jewelry to gifts, and luxurious bath education from two decades of bare and beautiful in just a matter project to the San Diego LGBT and body products and fragrances, growing up in this industry. of minutes! As a full-service speed- Art Director Community Center. Local business- L&A is a lifestyle store founded on waxing salon, we deliver a unique Chris Baker es too worked to raise additional the principles of exploring the bril- What and who is Harley Gray? It customer experience. It’s true what [email protected] funds for The Center by participat- liant light and the sensual shadow is a mash up of sorts! The name is a they say about us – hair today, gone ing in Local Umbrella’s Locals of love, and eclectic aesthetic visions combination of my beautiful nieces tomorrow. We utilize refined, effec- Writers/Columnists PRIDE Guide. - from the tried and true, to the new names: Harper Grace & Marley tive waxing techniques to give you Bart Mendoza and noteworthy. May. They have individually that smooth skin feel and boldly Delle Willett The Center is such an integral changed my family forever and confident look in no time at all. Jen Coburn part of San Diego with its countless Love and Aesthetics brings its brought a sense of peace and pur- Sara Wacker services and programs. The reach patrons to the edge of darkness as pose to our lives. HG is a coming It’s time to bare your beauty! Put Nina Ruud of these efforts are unparalleled, so it breaks into the horizon of together of the most creative and down that razor and Beau Schmidt we compiled a list of the businesses romance, helping to bring vivid hilarious people I know, each bring- Leo Christopher who participated. Now you know visual adventure into people's spaces ing a different perspective to the book your appointment with these businesses are owned and and daily lives. L&A's lifestyle vision table. This was a process of creating LunchboxWax. Shelby, Shelby's Gardens operated by people who support is centered on the aesthetic sensi- a space in Mission Hills that will Lisa Howe people. bilities and design concepts that allow our knowledge and skills to LunchboxWax Hours owner Sean Barnes firmly believes give people an experience that will Monday - Friday Photography Stop in and show your support in, carefully curating lines that are be positively infectious. Our vision 8AM–8PM Manny Cruz for love, inclusion, and San Diego. seldom seen and exclusive to the is for a restaurant that anybody in Saturday Sande Lollis San Diego area. The boutique hosts the neighborhood can visit multiple 9AM–7PM Jim Childers SAN DIEGO LGBT a dance of both exquisite handmade times in a week; and have a different Sunday COMMUNITY CENTER and finely produced items that have experience each time but leave with 10AM–4PM Media Consultant 3909 Centre St, spoken straight to the owner's heart, the same feeling of fun quality ser- Tom Shess San Diego, CA 92103 unique objects that he has selected vice, great food and drinks, and a OLIVE ST. SANCTUARY (619) 692-2077 for their inspiring excellence. sense of neighborhood love. Address: 460 Olive St, Marketing/Advertising thecentersd.org San Diego, CA 92103 Brad Weber The main opportunity for shop- As a resident of Mission Hills for Phone: Natalie (619) 206-6260 / The San Diego Lesbian, Gay, pers in L&A is their exposure to over 7 years, I have watched the Olivia (619) 987-8967 [email protected] Bisexual, and Transgender Commu- unknown and rarely seen talents, a neighborhood grow, diversify and olivestsanctuary.com nity Center, Inc., (d.b.a., The Cen- love of which L&A was built upon. flourish. I have been very aware and Kat Haney ter) is the nation's second oldest and Sean focuses on lines that are not grateful for the new businesses SEE PEOPLE, Page 13 [email protected] one of the largest LGBT community highly represented in San Diego. opening and taking a chance in centers. Functioning as the LGBT The dark and modern romantic aes- adding to our neighborhood and I Sales Associate community's anchor organization, thetic at L&A rounds out the oth- am so proud to be a member of that Tina Canavan The Center is led by a 15-member erwise beach-centric Southern Cal- club now. Harley Gray is a space to [email protected] board of directors, employs more ifornia vibe in most interiors of the meet new friends, celebrate good than 50 paid staff and utilizes more region. Guided by his intuitive times, treasure our time with others Social Media & Web Design than 1000 community volunteers to knack for collecting beautiful things and make memories. I thrive in an Tina Canavan achieve its twin goals of promoting and knowing their immense aes- environment of diversity and inclu- LGBT health and human rights. The thetic value when gathered together, sion both professionally and per- [email protected] Center provides direct program ser- Love & Aesthetics is Sean Barnes' sonally and am so excited for our vices to the many different facets of introduction to the world of the way future on Goldfinch and Washing- Chairman/CEO the LGBT community, including ton. We hope to welcome home all Bob Page men, women, youth, seniors, fami- of the Gathering's loyal customers lies, LGBT Latino community [email protected] members and their families, and Associate Publisher Rebecca Page [email protected] Letters/Opinion PiecesLocal Umbrella Media encourage letters to theeditor and guest editorials.Please address cor-respondence to [email protected] mail to Manny Cruz. Please include a phonenumber,address and name for verification pur-poses; no anonymous letters will be printed.We reserve the right to edit letters and editorialsfor brevity and accuracy. 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12 AUGUST 2017Rendering of the new Harley & Bessie Knox Public Library.Construction Begins on new Harley and Bessie Knox Public LibraryWill serve Mission Hills and Hillcrest neighborhoods C.W. Driver Companies has “We are looking forward to work- library is being reconstructed to bet- spaces, 76 more than the previous where families gather, students learnbegun construction of the $17.9 ing with the city of San Diego ter serve the growing population of facility. Off-site improvements such and communities grow,” said Mayormillion new Mission Hills-Hillcrest toward the completion of another the surrounding neighborhoods. as a drought-tolerant landscape and Kevin Faulconer. “This new libraryHarley & Bessie Knox Public comprehensive library project in the The new library will feature a study the formation of a cul-de-sac are will serve neighborhoods that haveLibrary. San Diego region,” said Richard space, computer lab, community similarly included in this project. seen significant growth at a time Freeark, senior vice president of meeting room, Friend’s of the when education and affordable The 14,000-square-foot, one- C.W. Driver Companies’ San Diego Library room and children and teen A number of C.W. Driver Com- access to the Internet is more impor-story structure will be nearly four region. “The new-and-improved spaces. panies team members will play a tant than ever before.”times the size of the current library, space will add substantial value to role in the project, including Andyand will be constructed on the site the community, and will provide With architectural direction by Feth, project director; Todd Rider, C.W. Driver Companies’ otherof the old International Brother- enhanced community meeting Manuel Oncina Architects and Fer- project manager; John Nelson, civic projects for the San Diegohood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) rooms, gathering spaces and more guson Pape Baldwin Architects, the senior superintendent; Daniel region include the Alpine Branchbuilding located at 925 West Wash- for local residents, teens and chil- project will be LEED Gold certified Tillett, senior project engineer; and Library, Ramona Branch Libraryington St. The project is expected to dren.” and will rest on top of a 30,000- Karen Lord, project coordinator. and Fallbrook Branch Library.be completed in the summer of square-foot, two-story below grade2018. Originally opened in 1961, the parking structure with 85 parking “Libraries are so much more than books, they’re gathering spaces

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14 AUGUST 2017 Pilates • Yoga • Barre NEWS FROM pm! Services include basic primary care, immu- Spin • Zumba nizations, PrEP (through Rx), STD screening Saturday, Aug. 19, 7pm, 3rd Annual & treatment, chest/breast cancer screening,6 Classes for $20! Center Casino Night family planning, pap smears, pregnancy testing, hormone therapy and sick & well visits. Contact New Members Only Don't miss the third annual Center Casino The Center at 619-692-2077 ext. 208 to make Night, a fun-filled evening of mock gaming an appointment! www.beyondpilates.com with food, drink (including the oh-so-popular bourbon bar), music and truly fabulous prizes! Tuesday, Aug. 1, 9am, CommunityAttend any of our four locations: If you were there last year, you know this is a Food Bank do-not-miss event. If you missed it - time toBeyond Pilates Kensington Beyond Pilates Hillcrest find out what all the fun was about! Proceeds The San Diego LGBT Community Center 4085 Adams Avenue 423 University Avenue from this event support The Center's many hosts a distribution site once a month for the 619.644.1399 619.457.0217 community programs. Visit events.thecen- Community Cares Project of the San Diego tersd.org/CasinoNight for tickets and more Food Bank. On the first Tuesday of everyBeyond Pilates La Mesa Beyond Pilates Santee information. month, 9-10:30am, visit The Center's parking 6195 Lake Murray Blvd 9721 Mission Gorge Road lot for emergency food. For more information, 619.644.1399 619.457.0217 Saturday, Oct. 21, The Center's 45th visit the San Diego Food Bank website at Sapphire Anniversary Gala www.sandiegofoodbank.org. We invite you to join us at the beautiful Hotel Thursday, Aug.3 & Aug. 17, 7:30pm, Del to celebrate The Center’s Sapphire Anniver- Non-Binary Gender Identity and sary! Our Sapphire Anniversary represents 45 Exploration years of service, and we want to celebrate with you! The gala will be a three-part-spectacular! Anyone who identifies with any part of the Start at the pre-party with cocktails and a fan- non-binary gender spectrum or anyone ques- tastic silent auction in the garden, then enjoy tioning/exploring their gender identity is wel- the main event with a 3-course gourmet gala come to join this discussion group. Facilitators dinner, and top it all off with some extra fun at bring topics of discussion while leaving plenty this year's after-party, full of dancing, live music, of space for group members to steer the con- and a featured DJ. Get your tables while they versation where they would like it to go. This last because our signature gala only comes group also serves as a social gathering space for around every 5 years. Proceeds benefit the vital non-binary individuals. The group meets on community programs and services at The Cen- the 1st and 3rd Thursdays monthly, from 7:30- ter. Click here for tables! 8:45pm at The Center. For more information, contact David Vance at [email protected] AIDS Walk & Run, Saturday, Sept. 30 or 619.692.2077 x109. Let's do this! Let's continue to walk & talk Program Spotlight: Latin@ Services about HIV. Register for AIDS Walk & Run San The Center’s Latin@ Services provides a safe, Diego [#AIDSWalkSD] at .aidswalksd.org today, then join us on Saturday, September 30! welcoming and culturally and linguistically appropriate space that allows community SPOTLIGHT EVENTS members to accept and embrace all aspects of their lives, including their culture, traditions, Mondays, 3-7pm, Mobile Medical Unit language, spirituality and sexual and gender The Family Health Centers of San Diego identities. For more information, visit us online or contact Ricardo Gallego at latinos@thecen- Mobile Medical Unit will be located in The tersd.org or 619.692.2077 x116. Center's parking lot every Monday from 3-7 Servicios Latin@ Servicios Latin@ del Centro proporciona un ambiente seguro, acogedor, culturalmente y lingüísticamente apropiado espacio que per- mite a los miembros de la comunidad a aceptar y acoger todos los aspectos de su vida, incluyen- do su cultura, tradiciones, el idioma, la espiri- tualidad y las identidades sexuales y de género. Para obtener más información, visítenos en línea o póngase en contacto con Ricardo Gal- lego al 619.692.2077 x116 o latinos@thecen- tersd.org.

15AUGUST 2017Granny’s Got very impressed with King’s writingan Axe to Grind and started reading more books in the genre. Before long, I wasLocal senior began writing thrillers hooked. Normal life was ho-humand horror novels in her 70s and this gave me a charge.” When 84-year-old University cal chills across my body, like when Hawes was the mother of three Horror and thriller writer Sharon Hawes hams it up with a very large kitchen knife.Heights resident Sharon Hawes tells you’re in danger,” Hawes explains, young boys, Will, Andy, and Peter.people she’s authored two books, sitting in her rocking chair in her She was married to a man she has favorites. “I loved that movie While Hawes is not delving intothey assume she spins cozy myster- Craftsman style home filled with since “very amicably divorced,” and because you were really rooting for dark stories, she plays bridge andies or historical romance novels. She pictures of her sons and grandchil- worked as a production artist at an the guy to get out of there, and you spends time with her “gentlemanlooks as though she might write dren. “But it wasn’t painful or advertising agency. “I didn’t go out were terrified that he wasn’t going friend” of 30 years. She says he issweet children’s picture books about uncomfortable, more like a shudder of my way to do scary things, but I to make it, but so relieved when he very supportive of her fictionalbaby unicorns and winged pixies of pleasure.” For many years she did- just loved reading scary books,” she did.” She says the film had all of the blood lust and often joins her forcasting magical spells in an enchant- n’t admit to anyone that she loved says. elements of good horror writing: a horror movie nights even thoughed garden. reading horror. “I thought it would likeable person in danger and mul- he doesn’t really like them. For the be considered strange for a woman At age 70, Hawes decided to write tiple surprises about who is good most part, her friends get a kick out Not this granny. to be turned on by this sort of fic- her first novel and is currently work- and who is evil. “I liked that the of Hawes’ double life as sweet old Hawes spends her days immersed tion. Now, I’m not embarrassed.” ing on her third, “The Cure,” about good guy wins because I’ve seen sto- lady and thriller novelist. “Somein the world of the macabre, pen- a woman whose depression is alle- ries where the bad guy just drives people, though, they say, ‘What thening spine-chilling thrillers and Hawes became a horror fan in her viated only when she contemplates off and I don’t find that satisfying.” hell makes you want to write that?’”supernatural horror stories. Her 30s when her eldest son, Will, was doing something illegal. “My pro-debut novel, “The Sitter,” a thriller 12 years old, and forged his mother’s tagonist and her twin decide to kid-about a murderous babysitter, was name on a permission slip from the nap a young boy and take reallyselected as a finalist in the 2012 San library so he could check out “The good care of him while they holdDiego Book Awards. Her follow up Exorcist.” him for a $2 million ransom, butnovel, “The Matriarch,” things take a wrong turn,” Hawes visits a quiet Southern California “I probably would have told him says. “I’m in the process of writingranch town where the women go on he shouldn’t read that sort of thing the subplots now.”a murderous rampage for no appar- at his age, but he was also very per-ent reason. But a dark secret holds suasive so he could have changed Hawes is actively engaged in Santhe answer to the bloody mystery. my mind if he had tried,” she recalls. Diego’s writing community, taking Hawes’ love of horror and From there, the two shared a love story stricture classes with Marnithrillers began as a reader. “When I of horror. “Will introduced me to Freedman and fiction writing withread scary stories, it gave me physi- to Stephen King books, and I started Mark Clements at San Diego Writ- reading everything he wrote. I was ers Ink.“I’m always surprised by the feedback I get from fellow writers,” Hawes says with a laugh.“Several of my classmates said they really enjoy the humor in my horror stories.” She says she is delighted to hear this since this year’s horror-comedy, “GET OUT,” was one of her We wax Adam’s apples. 1040 University Ave., Suite B-205 619-269-9770 lunchboxwax.com

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17AUGUST 2017 |KIDS’ KORNER: SOCAL FUN WITH RHOADS Hey my name is Rhoads, I am a thirteen out with the nose of your board facing theyear old outdoor enthusiast. Summer is upon waves. Doing this prevents you from being aus and it's getting hot so it's time to visit the giant target and makes it easier for otherbeach. The beach is a place where I can do surfers to maneuver around you. Don't hogone of my favorite outdoor activities which is all the waves, take turns with your fellowsurfing. The reason why I like surfing so much surfers. Part of the enjoyment on a busy dayis being in the ocean and feeling the flow of can be encouraging each other. Once you'rethe water around you. Speaking of flow, you paddling into the wave look left and right forcan keep it going by having good etiquette out other surfers. You don't want to take a wavein the water. I'll take this opportunity to share from and collide with someone already in thesome with you. Grab your board and as you wave. Be respectful to your environment.get ready to hit the waves, survey your sur- Remember the ocean is someones home soroundings and take note of the surfers in the don't leave trash behind and be kind to theline up. Choosing a clear path to paddle out environment by using eco friendly accessoriesand not overcrowd a specific spot is key to and gear like Matunas eco-surf wax. Thats iteveryone enjoying the waves. Always paddle for today, have fun out there.:) Help Us Find Our Next Youth Hero! Every Day our neighborhood kids do incredible things! Do you know a wonderful kid who has done something special? Let’s celebrate by making him or her our next Youth Hero! Contact us at [email protected]((619) 280-9500 4585 30TH ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92116

18 | AUGUST 2017Businesses Supporting Nonprofits It’s more than just the moneyFrom left, Art and Michelle Candland of AJW Facilities & Construction, Teresa Stivers of Walden Family Services, Ron and Mary Alice Brady of the Brady Company. As San Diegans, we are fortunate struction, which provides restora- organization. Local attorney Felix Tinkov and his “The great thing about Art, Jeffreyto live in a generous and supportive tion services for health care and life “Corporate sponsors are attracted law firm have provided in-kind legal and all of our corporate donors iscommunity where corporate spon- science industries, is a strong services “far beyond what we could that they aren’t supporting us forsors significantly contribute to San Walden supporter. So was his pre- to the level of trust that Voice of San ever afford,” says Lewis. their own rewards, they are in it forDiego’s nonprofit organizations. As vious company Trust Employee Diego has, and they want to be asso- the kids that we help,” says Stivers.local nonprofit leaders will tell you, Asset Management (TEAM), which ciated with that,” he says. “We have Walden Family Services receives “Their kindness is phenomenal.”through company partnerships Candland founded to assist with a bond with the community, and it in-kind support from local busi-their organizations —and others — asset management for kids born is nice to recognized as bringing that nesses as well. Pamplemousse Grille And Stivers encourages all busi-receive more than just money. with health or developmental issues. to the community.” and owner/chef Jeffrey Strauss nesses to get involved with the com- As Walden serves foster and adopted opens the restaurant throughout the munity.“No matter what a business’ The People Behind the Compa- children who are medically fragile, Voice of San Diego has found a year to Walden to host special core services or products are, thereny Candland’s understanding of special creative way to help its corporate events. At the organization’s annual is a San Diego nonprofit that could needs children makes his company partners promote the other non- Wine D’Vine fundraising gala, use their help,” she adds. When Teresa Stivers, the CEO of and his personal commitment to profit organizations those partners Strauss auctions off the opportunityWalden Family Services, based in Walden even more meaningful. support. Knowing it is difficult for to have him personally prepare anSan Diego, talks about her corporate non-profits to generate awareness in-home dinner.donors, she lights ups. In her nearly “Art is our chair, cheerleader, of their mission and the servicesseven years with Walden, which pro- advisor for fund development, a they provide, Voice of San Diego Scott Lewis of Voice of San Diego says it is a flattering as well as mutually beneficialvides services to foster and adoptive mentor to some of the youth we founded Partner Voices. experience when a corporate donor supports his organization.children and families, Stivers has serve and a motivator to our staff,”formed many corporate relation- says Stivers. As a part of Voice of San Diego’sships that have led to monetary con- website, Partner Voices provides atributions as well as in-kind dona- Candland’s financial support to platform for nonprofits to showcasetions. Many of these donors have Walden goes far beyond his personal who they are and what they do.employees who serve on Walden’s and company contributions. Under Voice of San Diego’s corporate part-two boards of directors, which is a his guidance, Walden broke the $1 ners often pay for the nonprofits’double bonus for her organization, million mark in fundraising in 2016. profiles. Partner Voices allows busi-as Walden receives support at the nesses to support their favorite orga-corporate level and from the volun- “Art is very generous himself and nizations, those organizations toteers. Not only do they have the he tells everyone about Walden, gain much needed visibility andcompany on their side, but the peo- even his dentist,” Stivers notes. Voice of San Diego to receive fund-ple behind the company as well. ing while helping others in the com- A Win-Win-Win munity – a true win-win-win. Art Candland serves as chair of For Scott Lewis, editor-in-chief atWalden’s Foundation board of Voice of San Diego, the first digital Being Kind through In-Kinddirectors, which oversees charitable nonprofit news organization to Voice of San Diego also receivesfundraising and constituent ser- serve a local community in the vital support through in-kind con-vices. Candland’s company, San country, it is a flattering as well as tributions from local firms. Mind-Diego-based AJW Facilities & Con- mutually beneficial experience when Touch Software has helped Voice of a corporate donor supports his San Diego with its robust website.

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20 | AUGUST 2017American Cancer Society and LocalVolunteers Save More Lives From Cancerthrough Annual Relay For Life Event On August 12th, over 900 local residents Funds raised help the American Cancerwill join together at the American Cancer Society provide free information and sup-Society Relay For Life of San Diego Down- port for people facing the disease today,town at Embarcadero Marina Park North and fund cancer research that will helpto raise funds and awareness for a world protect future generations. Thanks to thewithout cancer. The event starts at 9am. generosity of our donors, the Society has invested more than $4.6 billion in research Founded by Dr. Gordy Klatt in Wash- since 1946, and have funded more thanington in 1985, the Relay For Life move- 20,000 scientists at more than 1,000 insti-ment is the world’s largest fundraising tutions nationwide.event to save lives from cancer. Unitingcommunities across the globe, we cele- Take action this year and help makebrate people who have battled cancer, cancer a priority by participating or donat-remember loved ones lost, and take action ing to the Relay For Life of Carlsbad-for lifesaving change. During Relay For Encinitas. Visit RelayForLife.org/Life events, members of each team take sandiegodowntownca to learn more aboutturns walking or running around the track the event, or contact Kyle Wadstrom ator path. Teams participate in fundraising [email protected] 858-735-in the months leading up to the event. 0529.

21AUGUST 2017 |COP LOG Your police department’s report to the community Hello Mid- driving under the influence, and Staff of the Multi-Cultural Community Relations Organization. It seems there is never a low in City Commu- graffiti or other acts of vandalism activity at Mid-City Division. Dur- nity Members, in progress. Here are a few examples Office. The MCCRO mission the Service Area Lieutenant for the ing the past two months, the “Calls of non-emergencies crimes: bur- expanded, covering the Middle East, 820’s Service Area and her Commu- For Service” for our communities It’s always an glaries where the suspect has left the Arab, and Islamic Communities. nity Relations Officer is Officer have kept us busy. The following exciting time scene, stolen checks or credit cards, Additionally, the MCCRO is located Terry Hoskins; and Lieutenant data was obtained from our Crime serving the stolen identification, loud parties, at 5348 University Avenue, San Romeo De Los Reyes is the Service Analysis Unit. During May 2017, great commu- runaway juveniles, past instances of Diego, California (619-531-1599). Area Lieutenant for the 830’s Service there were a combined 7,253 CFS nities within graffiti or other vandalism, and The MCCRO diverse staff of ten Area and his Community Relations for the entire Mid-City Area. To fur-OFFICER TERRY HOSKINS the Mid-City minors violating curfew. Addition- speak Hmong, Laotian, Vietnamese, Officer is Officer Danny Medina. ther expound on these numbers: Division juris- ally, here are a few other numbers Arabic, and Somali. 2,216 CFS were in the 810’s Servicediction. t has been several months, that may prove to be useful: gang The following communities, Area; 2,708 CFS were in the 820’ssince we first contributed to the related activity (619)531-2847, vio- We published our command staff belong to the respective service Service Area; and 2,329 CFS were inLocal Umbrella Media and it is our lation of traffic laws (858)495-7800, several months ago, and thought we areas: 810 Service Area communities the 830’s Service Area. During Juneintent to provide our communities abatement of abandoned vehicles would publish it again for those are Normal Heights, Burlingame, 2017, there were a combined 7,234with information that may not be (858)495-7856, or prostitution who may have missed it. The Mid- North Park, and Adams North; the CFS for the entire Mid-City Area.well known. This is especially true activity (619)531-2452. City Commanding Officer is Cap- 820 Service Area communities are To further expound on these num-with reporting crimes and suspi- tain Thomas Underwood. There are Rolando, El Cerrito, Redwood Vil- bers: 2,066 CFS were in the 810’scious activities. In June 1987, an Indochinese three service areas, which make up lage, Talmadge, Kensington, Colina Service Area; 2,708 CFS were in the A great source of information can Storefront was established by the the Mid-City Division jurisdiction Park, Chollas Creek, Fox Canyon, 820’s Service Area; and 2,450 CFSbe found at the SDPD website at San Diego Police Department. The and each have their own Lieutenant Islenair, and Rolando Park; and the were in the 830’s Service Area.www.sandiego.gov/police/services/p Storefront was launched, in order and Community Relations Officer: 830 Service Area communities arerevention/community. to better serve the growing South- Lieutenant Benjamin Kelso is Ser- Teralta East, Teralta West, Fair- Please feel free to contact your Crimes and suspicious activities east Asian refugee community arriv- vice Area Lieutenant for the 810’s mount Village, Castle, Azalea/Hol- respective Community Relationsare reported as either emergencies ing to San Diego from the Vietnam Service Area and his Community lywood Park, Swan Canyon, Fair- Officer by email or phone, if youor non-emergencies. Emergencies War. The Department hired Relations Officer is Officer Jenny mount Park, Corridor, and have Police related questions or con-are situations that demand imme- Indochinese Service Officers, who Hall; Lieutenant Laura McLean is Cherokee Point. cerns pertaining to your communi-diate attention and should be were refugees themselves to act as ties: Officer Jenny Hall, (619) 516-reported by calling 911. Non-emer- liaisons. In the late 1990’s and early 3009 or [email protected];gencies and suspicious activities 2000’s, an increase of East African Officer Terry Hoskins, (760) 807-should be reported by calling (619) refugees arrived in San Diego due 9957 or [email protected] diego.gov;531-2000 or (858) 484-3154. If you to conflicts in East African coun- Officer Danny Medina, (619) 516-wish to remain anonymous, you tries. In 2001, the Department hired 3003 or [email protected] request to do so. its first Somali descent African Ser- Here are a few examples of crime vice Officer. Shortly afterwards, in Thank you!emergencies: fights, sexual assaults, an attempt to reach more commu- Terry Hoskinsburglaries or robberies in progress, nity groups, the Storefront wasdomestic violence, flashlight beam appropriately renamed the Multi-in business or home, hit and run, Cultural Community Relations

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How Much Money Will You 23AUGUST 2017Need In Retirement? Have youunderestimated? CityFest 2017 Returns On Sunday, August 13th! What is enough? If you’re considering retiring in the near future, you’ve probably Hillcrest’s annual CityFest takes place in the heart DJ Line Up:heard or read that you need about 70% of your end salary to live comfortably in of Hillcrest and is a huge celebration of communityretirement. This estimate is frequently repeated … but that doesn’t mean it is true spirit through music, arts, crafts, and food and Grand Stagefor everyone. It may not be true for you. Consider the following factors: attracts 150,000+ attendees each year. CityFest 2017 DJ K-Swift 8-9:30pm will be on Sunday, August 13, 2017, from noon – 11 DJ Taj 9:30-11pm Health. Most of us will face a major health problem at some point in our lives. pm.Think, for a moment, about the costs of prescription medicines, and recurring Pavilion Stage:treatment for chronic ailments. These costs can really take a bite out of retirement Hillcrest CityFest is largest single-day street fair Sponsored by Technicheincome, even with a great health care plan. in San Diego. There will be a grand stage with live Techno / House w/ Myxzlplix & John Vilotti music and headliner bands all day long. Stay past Heredity. If you come from a family where people frequently live into their 80s sundown and dance the night away with Hillcrest’s Pavilion Buskers:and 90s, you may live as long or longer. Imagine retiring at 55 and living to 95 or best DJ’s under the Hillcrest sign during CityFest at Cheer San Diego100. You would need 40-45 years of steady retirement income. Night! Ms Twisty Balloon Artist Rad Hatte Portfolio. Many people retire with investment portfolios they haven’t reviewed A massive spirits garden with cocktails, beer andin years, with asset allocations that may no longer be appropriate. New retirees fun games will keep you hydrated, and entertained! Gigantic Food Courtssometimes carry too much risk in their portfolios, with the result being that the Boasting more than 25 food vendors, the foodretirement income from their investments fluctuates wildly with the vagaries of Artist Village & Alleysthe market. Other retirees are super-conservative investors: their portfolios are so court will offer plenty of variety for hungry CityFestrisk-averse that they can’t earn enough to keep up with even moderate inflation, Over 250 vendors will give you plenty of shopping attendees. Food vendors can be found in our foodand over time, they find they have less and less purchasing power. opportunities, and Hillcrest’s quaint shops and courts along Robinson Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue restaurants along; 5th, Robinson, and University will and on Fifth Avenue between Pennsylvania and Spending habits. Do you only spend 70% of your salary? Probably not. If you’re give you a place to dive into and explore! CityFest’s Brooks avenues.like many Americans, you probably spend 90% or 95% of it. Will your spending Artist Alley offers one of the largest arts and craftshabits change drastically once you retire? Again, probably not. areas of any comparable street fair. It is the place to Kid's Pavilion find one-of-a-kind specialty items and gifts. Booths CityFest welcomes youngsters of all ages. The Will you have enough? When it comes to retirement income, a casual assumption lining Fifth Avenue (from University to Pennsylvaniamay prove to be woefully inaccurate.You won’t learn how much retirement income avenues) will offer plenty to peruse, buy and explore. Pavilion returns to CityFest with the Rad Hatter,you’ll need by reading this article. Consider meeting with a qualified financial pro- The Artist Alley will be open from noon to 8 p.m. Kids Garden, Petting Zoo, Carnival Rides, Gamesfessional who can help estimate your lifestyle needs and short-term and long-term and the Buskers Stage! Balloon artist Ms Twisty,expenses. Grand Stage Cheer San Diego, and other buskers and street per- formers will be staged throughout the pavilion and Elisabeth Dawson of Copia Wealth Management & Insurance Services The Grand Stage is located at the heart of Hillcrest along the entire festival. CA License #0C72164, and will be hosted by community legend – Laura Corp License #0G81294 Jane Willcock. The Grand Stage will host multiple Beer & Cocktail Garden 2333 Camino del Rio South, Suite 240, local and regional musical acts throughout CityFest Sponsored by Cutwater Spirits- a block of Uni- San Diego, CA 92108 from noon until 8pm, followed by local and regional Phone: 619.640.2622 DJ’s from 8pm until 11pm. versity Avenue will be dedicated to the over-21 beer Fax: 619.640.2600 garden that will feature drink stations, a dunk tank – with proceeds benefitting Hillcrest Town CouncilInvestment advice offered through Copia Wealth Management Advisors, – and a great view of the Grand Stage.Inc. COPIA Wealth Management Advisors, Inc. is a registered investmentadviser. Dunk-a-Queen You will have the opportunity to benefit the Hill- Grand Stage line up: Imagery Machine crest Town Council by dunking a drag queen, friend, The Whiskey Circle frenemy, or other prominent members of the com- 12 - 12:40 p.m. The Strawberry Moons munity. As a volunteer-driven, non-profit organi- 1 - 1:40 p.m. Chugboat zation, the Hillcrest Town Council provides a voice 2 - 2:40 p.m. A J Froman for the residents of Hillcrest. Show your support 3 - 3:40 p.m. The Montell Jordans for the cause by visiting the Beer & Cocktail Garden 4 - 4:40 p.m. The Schizophonics and taking your best shot to Dunk-a- Queen! 5 - 5:40 p.m. The Tighten Ups 6 - 6:40 p.m. 7 - 7:50 p.m.Hillcrest Classic Car Show Revs Up In UptownWHAT: Fabulous Hillcrest, and WHERE: Normal Street, between it the oldest business association in Autos members. They have also CAR SHOWS ARE FAMILY!Great Autos of Yesteryear, present University and Harvey Milk. The San Diego. The Hillcrest Business raised many thousands of dollarsthe Hillcrest Classic Car Show. southbound lane of Normal Street Improvement District was created for worthy causes at their spectacu- The Great Autos LGBT (and will be closed to vehicular traffic. in 1984. The HBA represents over lar annual Concours charity car straight, too!) family members Great Autos of Yesteryear is the 1,300 businesses acting as a liaison show. ranges in age from 18 to over 80,largest LGBT car club on the West WHO: Great Autos of Yesteryear is between the business community with most makes, models and yearsCoast, with almost 1,000 members. the largest gay and lesbian car club and the city, and encourages eco- The Hillcrest Classic Car Show of cars represented in their ranks.On Saturday August 19th, the Hill- on the West Coast with almost 1,000 nomic development for the Hillcrest will allow the Hillcrest community While members are mostly increst Classic Car Show will take members, owning over 2,600 cars. area through events and promo- to become more involved through Southern California, Great Autosplace at Pride Plaza on Normal This diverse organization was tions. The Business Association also their up-close and personal car members hail from across the USA,Street. formed in 1983 by veteran car col- employs private security patrols in shows. as well as Canada and Europe. lectors Ted Davidson and Herb the core of our neighborhood, Sponsored by MO’s Universe, car Rothman who, though active in maintains cleanliness on the streetsenthusiasts can join at least 20 car other clubs, felt the gay community and keeps the Hillcrest Sign shiningcollectors for a “tire-kicking” good should have a club all its own—a bright.time – allowing members to share club that could serve as both a socialtheir love of cars with the public and gathering place and means of bring- WHY: Great Autos actively sup-other members. And when it’s time ing together gay and lesbian indi- ports the LGBT community into dine, enjoy one of the many viduals who share a unique enthu- many ways with involvement inrestaurants and bars in Fabulous siasm for the automobile and its Pride festivals and parades. WhenHillcrest! preservation. you’ve seen dignitaries riding in stunning, chrome-laden convert-WHEN: August 19th , 2pm until The Hillcrest Business Associa- ibles, chances are those vintage vehi-6pm. The Hillcrest Classic Car tion was established in 1921, making cles have been provided by GreatShow will be held the third Saturdayof the month beginning in August.