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Your Neighborhood Source - Serving local communities, kids, & causes throughout Southern California. PRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGELocalUmbrella.com PAID SAN DIEGO, CA SOUTH BARK DOG WASH: EDDM RETAIL JUST A BARK FROM THE PARK Local Postal Customer Vol. 26 No. 11 November, 2017 WHAT’S INSIDE… Small Business Saturday When you shop at locally owned, independent businesses more money is kept in the community because local businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers and farms. PG. 6 San Diego’s Largest Annual Older Adult Tech Fair On Nov 11 On November 11th, 2017 San Diego OASIS will host the largest annual Technology Fair for older adults 50 and over in San Diego. PG. 20Waylin receives his Blueberry Facial® Cool Stuff from Storage “Unshelved: Cool Stuff from Storage”Passionate about pets? Then stop by South Bark Dog Wash located at opens Nov.18 at the San Diego Natural2037 30th Street, just three blocks from Grape Street Dog Park. You could History Museum and features gor-call South Bark Dog Wash a friendly neighborhood spa for furry friends. geous natural history specimens neverIt’s become a landmark and a gathering place in South Park since it before on display. PG. 21opened in 2000. PAGE 2 CONTACT US EDITORIAL/LETTERS Jon Wesley Ewell [email protected] ADVERTISING Brad Weber [email protected] Lisa and Donna at doggie event * OFFER EXPIRES DEC. 31ST

2 | NOVEMBER 2017 SOUTH BARK DOG WASH: JUST A BARK FROM THE PARK Adams Ave News Their Motto: “Big or Small, You Have to Wash Them All” BY JEANNE RAWDIN Bay Park Connection College Area Connection Hillcrest News IB Connection Ken-Tal News Mission Hills News North Park News Serra Mesa Connection South Park News Local Umbrella Media - your neighborhood source - Group Publisher Blueberry facial love with Lucy, Lisa, and Easton (Courtesy Photo) Brad Weber Passionate about pets? Then stop by South Bark development of the product. It took a while. And as if that weren’t enough, both women [email protected] Dog Wash located at 2037 30th Street, just three First it came out only in a retail size, but then have other interests. Lisa teaches a Black and blocks from Grape Street Dog Park. groomers were interested in the product so we White Photography class at San Diego City Col- Associate Publisher developed gallons,” says Lisa. The Blueberry Facial lege, as well as a Photographic Portfolio Class. Kat Haney You could call South Bark Dog Wash a friendly became the first-ever dog and cat facial sold in She lives in Golden Hill with her wife, Allie, and neighborhood spa for furry friends. It’s become the pet industry nationwide. Now the couple has her son, Rockwell, who’s four years old. [email protected] a landmark and a gathering place in South Park a separate business called South Bark Professional since it opened in 2000. Pet Products that distributes their Blueberry Donna lives in North Park with her wife Lorna. Editor Products as well as other pet-grooming lines. She fills her life with literary, and creative interests. Jon Wesley Ewell Owned by Donna Walker and Lisa Vella, it all They also started obedience training for dogs “I am a Writer and I collect books, I am a genuine [email protected] started as a rescue mission. The two women had using a positive reinforcement approach. Nerd and attend Comic Con every year. In my been working together to rescue German Shep- world food = Love so cooking is another creative Art Director herds when they discovered the building on 30th Along with their passion to care for dogs and focus.” Chris Baker Street was for sale. Donna had just retired from cats and educate their owners, Donna and Lisa [email protected] the military and was ready for a new challenge. are also passionate about the community they In the 17 years Lisa and Donna have owned They both had a passion for dogs, cats, and all live in. Lisa is the Treasurer for the South Park South Bark Dog Wash, they’ve noticed a change Writers/Columnists animals, so they bought the building as a place Business Group and serves on its board. Donna on how pet owners treat their animals. Lisa Bart Mendoza to grow that passion. mediates the monthly meetings, and has served points out that “less people are having children, Delle Willett as Vice President for two terms in the past, and so for many people pets are more like their chil- Jen Coburn South Bark Dog Wash offers a self-service wash has also served on the board. They’re involved in dren. Consumers want to know more about the Sara Wacker for animals, and it also houses a pet market for the newly established South Park community manufacturers they are purchasing their pets’ Nina Ruud dog and cat products, a patio area that serves as clean-ups, and helped to start South Park Walk- food from, about nutrition. They have questions Beau Schmidt a hangout for owners and pets and a training abouts, a quarterly evening festival that showcases about ingredients and sourcing. So we as owners Leo Christopher area, plus special wash tubs. businesses within South Park. must remain aware and knowledgeable.” Shelby, Shelby's Gardens The place is known for its special Blueberry As Donna puts it, “We love our community. The couple puts on educational seminars to Lisa Howe Facial. The idea came out of a consistent obser- We are also very proud of the vibe and energy help pet owners learn more about topics from vation on Donna and Lisa’s part. “We noticed that is within our store. We want our people to skin and coat issues to nutrition and aromather- Photography that owners were not washing their pets’ faces,” feel welcomed.” apy. Manny Cruz says Donna. “So we decided to do it. Then we Sande Lollis started to call them facials. We tried many dif- And these women don’t leave their pet passion When asked what their secret to success is, they Jim Childers ferent scent combos, and blueberry was the clear at work. Lisa owns a rescued beagle named Lucy have it memorized. Number one on the list is winner.” and a rescued cat named King Dog Kitty. (Her their staff. After that, “We have the ability to Media Consultant son picked out the name.) Donna owns 4 rescue embrace change, the understanding that you can’t Tom Shess But what happened next was surprising to dogs named Maximus, Bumble Bee, Poppy, and do everything and the willingness to keep re- them both. Customers wanted to buy the blue- Puck plus a rescued cat named Hermie. inventing yourself.” Marketing/Advertising berry facial mixture. “We thought, how the heck Brad Weber do we do that? That started the ball rolling for [email protected] Kat Haney [email protected] Sales Associate Tina Canavan [email protected] Social Media & Web Design Tina Canavan [email protected] Chairman/CEO Bob Page [email protected] Associate Publisher Rebecca Page [email protected] Letters/Opinion PiecesLocal Umbrella Media encourage letters to theeditor and guest editorials. 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3NOVEMBER 2017 | NEW LISTING! 3235 MARLTON DRIVE IN SOUTH PARK. $1,199,000 3235 Marlton Drive San Diego 92104 South Park beauty! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath 2352 SF recently renovated home on spacious lot with double car garage and alley access. The home sits above the street with canyon frontage and views to Mt Helix.Lisa Vella with customer SOLD - $1,065,000 SOLD ABOVE LIST PRICE - $1,002,500 4653 E. Talmadge Drive 4076-4080 Iowa Street Kensington, San Diego North Park, San Diego 3BR, 2BA 3 Units with 2 Garages SOLD! SOLD - $1,100,000 830 21st Street 3701 Curtis Street Golden Hill Point Loma Sold above list price Listed at $1,095,000 for $767,500 Represented the Buyer Decades of Experience • Neighborhood Experts How may we assist you?Donna Walker and Lisa Vella, owners of South Bark Dog Wash Sally Schoeffel Elizabeth Callaway Oops! CalBRE# 00523223 CalBRE# 00984247 A printing error caused a few editions of the October North 619.884.0701 619.820.0151 Park News to have incorrect information. If you received one of these copies and would like a replacement please email us Sally and Elizabeth work with Buyers and Sellers throughout the County. Interest at [email protected]. Our apologies. rates are at historic lows and inventory is tight. NOW is a great time to consider selling. Please call for a complimentary market evaluation. 3188 C St. San Diego, CA 92102 • Office: 619.624.2052 • Fax: 619.624.2055 • Web: SallyandElizabeth.com ©MMVIII Sotheby’s InternaƟonal Realty Affiliates LLC. A Realogy Company. All Rights Reserved. Sotheby’s InternaƟonal Realty® is a registered trademark licensed to Sotheby’s InternaƟonal Realty Affiliates LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned & Operated. CalBRE #01767484

4 | NOVEMBER 2017Pairing Halloween Candy w/ San Diego Beers Words Alive and #GivingTuesday are a new way of link- ing individuals and causes to strengthen communities. Living the Gummy Bear flavors of raspberry (red), orange (orange), strawberry (green), pineapple As we drift slowly into fall, with the Words Alive programs in full swing inHOPPY (clear) and lemon (yellow) perfectly compli- over 130 classrooms across San Diego County, we begin to turn our atten- ment the tropical bitterness in the IPA. Also, tion to the holidays. America’s ability to shop and spend has given signifi-LIFE the dry finish of the IPA helps cut the jelly- cant attention to the “shopping” days immediately following Thanksgiving: like consistency of the Gummy Bears. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. We would like towith Beau Schmitt introduce you to one more day after the Thanksgiving holiday that helps our communities – #GivingTuesday.Skittles + Three Berry Beatitude Almond Joy + Cocomotive Coconut Porter Defined with social media’s ever present hash tag, #GivingTuesday is aMixed Fermentation Sour 8.3%, Thorn Street Brewery, North Park global giving movement that has been built by individuals, families, organi- zations, businesses, and communities in all 50 states and around the world.4.5%, Council Brewing Company, Kearny Mesa When the sweet coconut in Almond Joy com- This year, #GivingTuesday falls on November 28th and harnesses the bines with the rich chocolaty malts & toasted collective power of a unique blend of partners to transform how peopleThe sweet-then-sour flavor transformation is coconut in Cocomotive, it will take you on a think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season. It inspiresa mantra for many popular candies, but not magical, island-style journey. Then, Cocomo- people to take collective action to improve their communities, give back toSkittles. Original Skittles are simply sweet and tive’s dry coffee bitterness cuts the fat of the the charities and causes they believe in, and help create a better world.fruity. Three Berry Beatitude is a mixed fer- mouth-watering milk chocolate and almonds, #GivingTuesday demonstrates how every act of generosity counts, and thatmentation sour that is moderately sour, tart leaving you with a dry, clean finish. they mean even more when we give together.and refreshing. Follow a handful of Skittleswith a sip of Three Berry Beatitude and you’ll Words Alive works together with more than 500 volunteers, donors,create a whole new candy-like experience. teachers, administrators, and families, who know what collaborating andPucker up for this great pairing. coming together means to make reading matter for thousands of children and young people every day. It is in this spirit of collaboration that #Giv- Kit Kat Bar + Hello Darkness ingTuesday was born. #GivingTuesday is a new way of linking individuals Oatmeal Stout on Nitro and causes to strengthen communities. 6%, 32 North Brewing Company, Miramar Words Alive is close to completing its initial 1,000-day Read-for-Life Biting into Kit Kat’s sweet chocolate covered campaign, with a little more than $100,000 left to raise, and we’d like to do wafers only gets better when it’s followed a sip that by the end of the year. This fall, we encourage our community, in the of Hello Darkness. This creamy and chocolatey spirit of #GivingTuesday and the entire giving season, to consider joining stout has a medium body with a sweet, coffee together and make a contribution, to consider becoming a volunteer, to finish. It’s the beer version of a mocha. Blend- consider becoming a partner with Words Alive and ensure that every child ing Kit Kat’s wafer with Hello Darkness’s has the opportunity to live and thrive in a literacy-rich environment. chocolaty finish will leave your kid wondering where all his candy went. We hope you keep an eye out for the growing presence of #GivingTuesday and heed the call to action that will change the way we spend around the holidays. Let’s all take a moment to celebrate a time dedicated to giving back.Sour Patch Kids + Raspberry BlushBerliner Weisse4%, Mikkeller Brewing Company, MiramarSour Patch Kids, now with the little blue dude,provide a mouthful of juicy tartness. Theirstrong flavors of lime (green), lemon (yellow),orange (orange), raspberry (red) & blue rasp-berry (blue) require a strong beer counterpart.Mikkeller’s Berliner Weisse pairs perfectly. LikeSour Patch Kids, Raspberry Blush starts offsoft and light on the palate and ends with adry, sensationally tart finish. And RaspberryBlush has notes of coffee to finalize the sophis-tication of this pairing. Candy Corn + “Garbage Can” Pail Ale About Words Alive Under the Kitchen Sink, Your Place Founded in 1999, Words Alive is a nonprofit organization that helps under- served, low-income, at-risk children, teens and families discover how books and Candy Corn is gross. It doesn’t pair with any- reading can add meaning to their lives. Words Alive engages its program partici- thing. Please throw it all away in your garbage pants in developing a connection to reading with innovative programs and pail. initiatives with the goal of creating lifelong readers and learners. For more information about Words Alive, its programs, volunteer opportunities and Drink Local, sponsorship opportunities, visit www.wordsalive.org. Beau [email protected] Bears +Mission Accomplished IPA6.3%, Breakwater Brewing Company, OceansideMission Accomplished IPA has huge tropicaland citrus notes of pineapple and mango. The

5NOVEMBER 2017 |WINNIE’S “Core Electric has been advertising with Local Umbrella Media Newspapers for over a year now. We are stillPICKS! amazed at the high volume of calls we receive weekly from our ad in their publications. We at Core Electric believe that by being accurate, authentic and well organized Local Umbrella Media has established a strong following with local readers. We are especially grateful to the staff at Local Umbrella for always making sure our ads go out on time and even offering intuitive suggestions on design. Their assistance with our advertising has exceeded our expectations and certainly beats our experience with the other advertisers we've used in the past. (On- line advertising specifically)TASHI AND THE MONK – 2014 documen- RANDOM HARVEST - (1942) I know that We at Core Electric aretary: Lobsang Phuntsok leaves the U.S. and I've mentioned this movie before, but maybe it's looking forward to advertis-returns to the roots of his training by His Holi- time to cry again. An injured WWI veteran falls ing with Local Umbrellaness the Dalai Lama. His purpose is to set up a in love with a dancehall girl. How was she to Media for years to come.school, Jhamstse Gatsai Children's Community, know that he had amnesia? They marry, have a Cheers !”in northeastern India. You will experience the child, and then one day he goes to the city. Thisrebuilding of hope within the lives of unwanted perfect life may soon crumble, and you will find – Craig E.children and especiall yourself talking to the TV. I did. Have the tissues Owner Core Electric next to you. You will need them. Yes, I did too. IfTHE VOICE OF THE MOON - (1990) Fed- you need a double-header of tears, you can also LOOK FOR US IN YOURerico Fellini's last film was released to mixed watch Imitation of Life. The one from 1959 made MAILBOX EACH MONTH!reviews. Now released in a restored form, the me cry more than the one from 1934.movie is worth a second look. It is an homage to Reaching over 50,000 homes in 16 Sansome of Fellini's great movies over his 50 year THE BIG SICK - (2017) Cultures clash as an Diego area communities – and growing!career as an Italian filmmaker. Roberto Benigni all-American girl marries a comedian from Pak- Low priced advertising options to reachis a former mental patient meeting an assortment istan. Her parents are not thrilled with her choice. your community – or our entire network!of odd characters and possibly his own true love. Are any parents ever pleased with the man who marries their princess? Anyway, something bad Local community informationTO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A. - (1985) My film happens that will bring all of them together. You SHOP / EAT / SPEND LOCAL!fans know that I love action films from Bronson may think you know how it's going to end. Maybeto Eastwood. I would be neglectful if I did not it does, but the journey their will bring a few tearsmention William Friedkin's movie about coun- and a warm fuzzy feeling to you. Enjoy this movie.terfeiters being pursued by the Secret Service.The pulsating film score was written and record- HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE - 2016)ed in only two weeks by Wang Chung. It is one In this quirky comedy directed by Taika Waitit, aof my favorites. I hope that you like it, as well. delinquent teen placed in a foster home escapes to the bush country with an odd foster uncle. ATHE DRIVER - (1978) Starring Ryan O'Neal - national manhunt begins to find the two. DuringNow that I'm in an action movie mood, I must their adventure, the mismatched duo scatter ashesrecommend one of my all-time Winnie's Picks, of a loved one, fight off a wild boar, and meetby director Walter Hill. If you like action movies, people even stranger than them. This is a greatcar chases, tricky women, and obsessed detec- movie that the whole family will love. It may eventives, then this is your movie. There's also a great remind you of some people that you know.storyline that will keep you wondering about theoutcome. Isabelle Adjani is the beautiful femme Winnie Hanford of Ken Video celebrated her 90thfatale that may be smarter than everyone. Birthday recently, and her love of good movies - and sharing her favorites with us - is as strong ever. LOW RATES CONTACT US For More INFO: [email protected]

6 | NOVEMBER 2017 Saturday, November 25, 2017 is Small Business Saturday® By Jon Wesley Ewell Every year after the craziness of the annual, no-holds-barred,Black Friday chaos there is something much better – Small Busi-ness Saturday. This is the day when lively consumers can (and should) focus onsupporting their local businesses. In reality, every day is for smallbusinesses. Local Umbrella Media’s primary mission is the sup-port of local communities and this includes supporting smallbusinesses whenever we spend money. We encourage you to start in your local neighborhood andcontinue throughout your local city and county. Hopefully we willall do this every day of the year, especially during the Holidays. THERE ARE OTHER THINGS WE CAN ALL DO TO HELP OUR COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL BUSINESSES BESIDES ONLY SHOPPING: 1. Make a commitment to refer other businesses and community services to your friends through word-of- mouth, and on social media. 2. Volunteer. There are many places that can always use volunteers. 3. Give to the needy. This is something else we should strive to do every day and not just when it’s a national holiday. Giving to people or animals in need is one of the best things we can do. Check with your local community for places accepting volunteers or donation. 4. Donate goods. Go through your storage space and “shop” for items that can be donated. Check local neigh- borhood sites like Nextdoor® for people and business owners who help others and accept donated items. 5. Consider local restaurants for dining in and also for delivery. If you don’t plan on cooking a holiday meal check with your favorite local restaurant for delivery or takeout specials. Many of them offer something and you could make a difference in them being able to provide for their families and friends. As much as we love the ease and convenience of shopping through Amazon and other e-commerce websites, there is almost always a local alternative. Let’s challenge ourselves to search for opportunities to spend locally in our com- munity Check out some Small Business Saturday® resources on our website at: www.localumbrellamedia.com/small-business-saturday/

7NOVEMBER 2017 |TEN REASONS TO SHOP LOCAL AND SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY1. Significantly More President, National Histor-Money Re-circulates In ic Preservation Trust,San Diego County. When “When people go on vaca-you shop at locally owned, tion they generally seek outindependent businesses destinations that offermore money is kept in the them the sense of beingcommunity because local someplace, not just any-businesses often purchase place.”from other local business-es, service providers and 4. Environmental Impact 7. Local Business Owners of small businesses is thefarms. Buying locally helps Is Reduced. Local busi- Invest In Our Communi- best way to ensure innova-grow other businesses as nesses make more local ty. Local businesses are tion and lower prices overwell as our region’s tax purchases requiring less owned by people who: Live the long-term.base. transportation and usually in this community; are less set up shop in town centers likely to leave; and are 10. A growing body of2. Non Profits Receive rather than on the fringe. more invested in the com- economic research showsGreater Support. This generally means con- munity’s future. that in an increasinglyNon-Profits often receive tributing less to sprawl, homogenized world,greater support from local congestion, habitat loss, 8. Put Your Taxes To entrepreneurs and skilledbusiness owners, some- resource depletion and Good Use. Local business- workers are more likelytimes as much as 350% pollution. es in city and town centers to invest and settle inmore money, than they do require comparatively little communities that pre-from non-locally owned 5. Most New Jobs Are infrastructure investments, serve their one-of-a-kindbusinesses. Provided By Local Busi- add more to our tax base businesses and distinctive nesses. Small local busi- and make more efficient character. Continued on next page >3. Unique Businesses Are nesses are the largest em- use of public services.An Integral Part Of Our ployers nationally. 9. Competition And Di- More about Shopping Local at:Distinctive Character. The versity Leads To More Localumbrellamedia.com/unique character of the 6. Customer Service Is Consumer Choices. A shop-localPioneer Valley is what Often Better. Local busi- marketplace of thousandsbrought us here and will nesses often hire peoplekeep us here. Our tourism with more specific productbusinesses also benefit, expertise and they invest inbecause our place doesn’t their employees for betterlook like everyplace. Ac- customer service.cording to Richard Moe,

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9NOVEMBER 2017 |By Bart Mendoza November 24 The Creation Factory Music News: Levi Dean & The Americats Late 1960’s inspired, Los Angeles based, psychedelic beat rockers, The Creation Formed in 2014, Levi Dean and The Americats have Factory play the Soda Bar on November 24, alongside Los Sweepers and the won- become a local club favorite with their own brand of Amer- derfully named group, The Allyrgic Reaction. This is keyboard driven garage rock icana, tinged with folk, blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll. The at its best, the sort you might hear in movies of the era during the obligatory band is currently hard at work on their second album, with “freak out” party scene. There is enough groove and thumping bass lines in the producer Andrew Nast at Audio Design Studios, tentatively bands beats, as heard in their new single, “You Got It,” to get even the most jaded set for spring 2018 release. Performing at the Holding Com- listener up and dancing. Fans of sixties rock will love every second of this band’s pany on November 29, The Americats started in October musical time warp. sodabarmusic.com 2014, shortly after frontman Levi Dean arrived in San Diego. “I grew up in Virginia, Dean explained.“I loved growing upThe Creation Facotry Photo by Leland Bobbe December 3 L.A.M.F. there, however I became restless as I got older and at age 20Walter Lure I followed the pull westward.” He arrived in California after While it didn’t make much of a splash when issued in 1977, there can be little doubt stops in Tennessee, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Ore- that the album, “L.A.M.F.,” by The Heartbreakers, has gone on to become one of gon. “I took a piece from everywhere I have been and each the most influential discs of that decade. Not to be confused with Tom Petty’s place has influenced my songwriting and musicianship,” he combo, The Johnny Thunders fronted quartet’s mix of punk and rock ‘n’ roll cool said. “At the same time, being so transient brought its own is timeless, inspiring legions of musicians in its wake. On December 3, The Belly challenges, but I was able to secure a permanent job in San Up Tavern will host a special concert in honor of “L.A.M.F.”’s 40th anniversary, fea- Diego in January 2014 as a Park Ranger and have been dig- turing an all-star band performing the album in its entirety. On hand will be original ging roots here ever since.” Heartbreaker Walter Lure with Mike Ness (Social Distortion), Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols) and Clem Burke (Blondie) plus special guests. For anyone who enjoys hard Deans Love of Americana stems from his childhood in the driving rock and roll this show is practically mandatory. bellyup.com South.“I was exposed to the deep roots of traditional Amer- ican folk music of the region,” he recalled. “My style is influ-Michael head & The Country Rockin Rebels December 13 Ocean Beach Farmer’s Market enced by a diverse group of musicians and songwriters includ- ing my family, Hank Williams Sr., Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Located at the intersection of Bacon and Newport,just a block from the beach, there The Band, Led Zeppelin, and David Grisman,” Dean said. is no doubt that the Ocean Beach Farmer’s Market is one of the area’s best places to “The first album I ever bought with my own money was catch sets from a cross section of San Diego’s music community. On December 13, Hank Williams Sr.'s ‘Greatest Hits’ album when I was fifteen. the market will prsent their annual Holiday Show, hosted by Michael Head of the At that point I had never heard someone who could accurately band Country Rockin’Rebels. The line-up was still being confirmed at press time, but portray his feeling through songs like he could. I was hooked past years have seen many of the area’s top performers stop by for a seasonal tune or when I heard the lyric about being heart broken and jumping two. More importantly, the event will also double as a drop off point for toys or in the river. His songs really spoke to me because, like most canned food items, which will be distributed to needy families in time for the holidays. teenagers, I was filled with emotional angst.” oceanbeachsandiego.com/attractions/annual-events/farmers-market-wednesdays At the Holding Company, the band plans to preview tunesThe Gargoyles December 15 The Gargoyles from their forthcoming disc, alongside covers by the likes of Hank Williams and Robert Johnson.“We are planning for a Ron Silva brings his latest band, The Gargoyles to The Manhattan Bar on December high energy show at the THC and we are certain you will 15, on a bill that also features acclaimed indie pop quartet, Mittens. Mixing covers want to hop out of your seat and dance,” Dean said. and originals, the quintet includes bassist Chris Davies (The Penetrators) and guitarist Eric Bacher (The Tell Tale Hearts), keyboardist Derick Hugunin and The music biz is tougher than ever – what motivates Dean drummer Richard 'T-Bone' Larson, with Silva’s gritty vocals at the forefront. Silva to keep going?“I feel compelled to live out my life's purpose,” is a legend, known for his work in such groups as The Crawdaddys and Nashville he said good naturedly. “Birthing a new song is the greatest Ramblers and his new combo keeps the quality just as high, turning in a terrific, feeling in the world, and to witness that song having a positive danceable mix of R&B, sixties garage and rock ‘n’ roll. manhattanbar91910.com impact on someone is pretty cool too.” December 15 Holiday Hangover Short Takes The tenth annual “Holiday Hangover” concert, celebrating the music of the 1980’s, Mod inspired indie rockers, The Bassics, will release their will take place at the House of Blues on December 15. The show will feature four debut album, Every Day Life, on January 20… meanwhile, tribute bands including Strangelove-The Depeche Mode Experience, the Cured, The Event, the acclaimed 1980’s mod quartet has reunited Smiths tribute group, Still Ill and David Bowie doppelgangers, Electric Duke. All to co-headline The Purple Weekend Music Festival in Leon, are great at what they do, but the night belongs to Strangelove, currently one of Spain on December 8. In addition to the reunion concert, the most popular tribute acts in the U.S., regularly filling venues of up to 8,000. Bickerton Records will be issuing a deluxe, 10” vinyl only, The reason for their popularity is easy to see: They are virtually an exact replica collection of vintage demos in early 2018… Celtic group, of their namesake British quartet. If you missed out on seeing Depeche Mode in Brogue Wave, featuring violinist Patric Petrie, will be per- Chula Vista last month, this concert is the next best thing. houseofblues.com forming alongside The Offspring and Buzzcocks, as part of the Flogging Molly hosted “Salty Dog Cruise,” sailing fromStrangelove Key West to the Bahamas, April 20 – 23… Beatlesfair 2018 will take place on March 31 at Queen Bee Arts Center. Guests December 19 Ariel Levine announced so far include Fab Four impersonators, Britain’s Finest, The Baja Bugs, Dave Humphries with Zak Nilsson On December 19, the Casbah will host the album release show for Ariel Levine’s (son of Harry) and author John Borack… singer Victoria excellent new album,“Let The Machine Get It”. Released on December 8, the album Roze is wrapping up studio work on her third album,“Bag- shows that Levine is a charismatic mix of Berlin era Bowie, Bryan Ferry and David gage Claim”, due out in January…KUSI-TV meteorologist Byrne, with songs that are adventurous, sometime quirky, but always melodic. A Dave Scott has released a new jazz album,“One Big Beautiful gifted producer and multi-instrumentalist, Levine’s songs, such as the album’s first World.”The acclaimed singer / trombonist is joined by guests single, \"Sunshine Part II: On My Color TV\" are radio ready, slotting well amongst including guitarist Peter Sprague, Hip Hop Artist Ayesha both todays hits, as well as the songs of his musical heroes. bellyup.com Scott and the Martin Luther King Community Choir of San Diego.Ariel levine

10 | NOVEMBER 2017Food, drinks, blankets and a sweet finish BY MINDY FLANARY AND JOYELL NEVINS You know a place is worth its salt tinct niches. (He has also worked on dinner plate options, if you eat after cased the blueberry, but missed on actually served as our waiter) andwhen…patrons would rather freeze such noteworthy properties such as 5 p.m., and communal appetizers. the lavender. Joyell didn’t get a hint bakes the desserts daily?while they eat than go someplace the sensational mid-century modern The names alone piqued our inter- of her peach and basil in the Peachelse. Pearl Hotel and eclectic urban est: Fried Biddy, Anchovy Toast, and Basil Sangria until the very end of You can try mouthwatering botanical lounge Vin De Syrah. – Shrimp & Bread, for example. the glass. options such as baklava, carrot cake This is what we figured out when ED) and walnut cinnamon bundt cake.we saw the stack of blankets provid- The drink menu is its own work Don’t want to drink? No problem! For a smaller dessert, choose theed as a courtesy to its customers at How do you like your meat? of art. Several beers on tap, many of DNP has several creative non-alco- kourabiede (toasted almond butterDunedin North Park, known as them local, and a Boochcraft Kom- holic options, like hand shaken cookies).DNP. Since the majority of seating What does “burger” mean to you? bucha on tap as well. The cocktails lemonades and porch sun tea, Birdis outdoors, and DNP is open late, Just meat between a bun, or ham- and sangrias mix their alcohol with Rock Coffee, Mexicoke and Bund- But what stole our heart was thestaff responded to the cool San burger that actually is ground beef? additions like lavender, cinnamon, aburg Ginger Beer. cheesecake. It came fresh out of theDiego nights by making blankets Turns out Mindy and Joyell have dif- agave nectar and fresh fruits. oven, and almost melted in ouravailable. fering opinions as to what a “burger” We also want to mention DNP’s mouths. It was full-flavored with a entails. What they don’t disagree on A word of caution though: while variety of special offers. Mondays are hint of lemon. We didn’t even need Dunedin is named after a city in is DNP offers several different selec- the additions make your drink look Industry Nights, where people in the toppings! This Greek restaurantNew Zealand, the fourth in the San tions of meats in a bun. beautiful, they don’t always show up industry get 25% off of their bill. showed us why Greece was the orig-Diego restaurant group featuring in the taste. Mindy’s Lavender Blue- Tuesdays are Slider Nights, where cer- ination of the decadent dessert –that country (Queenstown, Bare- You can get elk, swordfish, flank berry Champagne Cocktail show- tain “burgers” are $3 each. Wine New York ain’t got nothin’ onback Grill and Raglan Public steak, bratwurst, wild boar and duck Wednesday, of course, with $10 off Donna’s cake.House). The New Zealand theme confit, all as a burger…or is it? bottles and $6 select glasses. Thurs-shows up in its cuisine and architec- (Joyell still says it’s just a sandwich). day is the Stein Night - $8 for a full Olympic Café is at 2310 Univer-ture. stein of certain drafts. Finally, Sunday Under “NZ Faves,” we highly rec- is $1 mimosas from 9 a.m. to noon. sity Ave. Visit their website at We enjoyed our corner table on ommend their fish and chips. Theseone of the three outdoor seating people know how to fry fish right – Dunedin’s is located at 3501 olympiccafesd.com.areas. If you want a jungle feel, grab thick crispy breading, grease, anda table on the lower tier covered flaky fish. It’s served with malt vine- 30th Street. Visit their website Longtime North Park residentpatio – it is surrounded by wooden gar and several dipping sauces for Mindy Flanary is a government con-posts and tropical greenery. If you the chips. at dnp-sd.com or follow them on tractor supporting the Navy, whichhave a large party, one of the tables allows her to travel the world.has space for at least 12. That table Another unusual but tasty Fave is Instagram @dunedinsd with the Mindy’s dream dinner would includeeven has its own funky hanging the Bare Lamb Burger. It has a mint character Daenerys Targaryen andlanterns. jelly relish, heavy on the sweet, light hashtag #eatdnp. mathematician Fibonacci. Joyell on the mint; bleu cheese; and if Nevins is a writer whose passion is At our table, on the upper tier, you’re feeling daring, a fried egg A Sweet Finish to tell stories, both of the people intechnically there was no roof above addition. On the other side of North Park, San Diego and her Ohio hometown.our heads. However, between the Her dream dinner table guests wouldgreenery to one side and the These burgers come a la carte, but Donna’s Desserts is worth a trip.You be Jesus Christ and Elvis Presley.thatched awning above the bar on you can add on sweet potato, skinny may know of Olympic Café, but didthe other side, we felt like we were or fatty fries. No contest – sweet you know that Donna is the wife inin the jungle, too. potato all the way. They were just the family-run restaurant (her son the right size, hot out of the fryer, Inside, which is the smallest seat- and came with a sea salt and bleuing area, take in the coral-like struc- cheese garnish. Also on the menu istures hanging from the roof, natural portabella fries with a rosemary dip-wood tables, and cork-top stools. ping sauce.Check out the lava rock encasing oneof the walls, and the wood paneling If you want your meat on a beddraft list on another. We were of green, the Salmon & Kale andimpressed at the efficient use of Shrimp & Pineapple salads soundedspace – DNP is not a large restau- interesting to us. Other salad optionsrant, but designer Michael Soriano offered assorted beets or fried greenand company have made several dis- tomatoes. The menu is rounded out with

11NOVEMBER 2017 |The Studio Door HOLIDAY ART MARKET III 2017 Its that time of year that our gallery transforms into a market- place. Holiday Art Market is our annual tradition of showing our gratitude. We open up the gallery to all of the local artists who have par- ticipated in The Studio Door over the past year without charge and bring to the public affordable, small works of art. On the Saturday after Thanksgiving, we will spill out into the sidewalk with our annual sidewalk sale that will include specials from our studio artists. Make sure to mark your calendar as a reminder to come by as you shop your way through the holidays. North Park Main Street expands the weekly Farmer’s Market with Hipster Santa, pop-up holiday stores and much more. Stop by Mistletoe Market on November 30th. Unlike our typical exhibitions, this show is hung salon style and when you purchase the work, you can take it immediately with you. This is the ultimate art marketplace! SHOP SMALL. SUPPORT LOCAL ARTS. thestudiodoor.com facebook.com/thestudiodoor

12 | NOVEMBER 201754th Annual North Park Toyland Parade & Festival54th Annual North Park Toyland Parade & FestivalA Family Holiday TraditionSaturday December 2, 2017Parade 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Unwrap some magic this holiday season and partake in the festivefun, at the 54th Annual North Park Toyland Parade & Festival. OnSaturday, December 2nd, the historic neighborhood of North Parkwill warmly welcome friends and family to bundle-up and delight inSan Diego’s most joyful parade. Gliding down University Avenuebetween Utah and Iowa Streets, this cheerful Parade will feel like aWinter Wonderland, as melodious marching bands, upbeat dancegroups, cool vintage cars, beauty queens, city officials and more,warm your spirits. Santa Claus will be riding atop his merry red fireengine and bells will be ringing as loved ones snuggle up in the bright,frosty air.‘Tis the season to celebrate the continued rejuvenation andgrowth of North Park! Hang your stockings and then mark your cal-endar for this year’s 54nd Annual North Park Toyland Parade & Fes-tival. As this winter’s most beloved holiday event, adults and babesalike will never want to leave Toyland. All day parking will be available at the North Park Parking Garagefor $1.Info: www.toylandparade.comPresented by Victoria House Corporationwww.vhcorp.org

13NOVEMBER 2017 |North Park Main Street Hosts Mistletoe Market, Nov. 30Holiday event features real snow, Hipster Santa, Christmas trees, live music, food, cocktails, wreath auction & more ’Tis the season to gather friends Thursday, Nov. 30 from 3-9 p.m. This tails being served throughout the place! When:and celebrate the holidays. That’s why huge holiday party will feature real event. Not to mention, North Park ’Tis the season to shop, drink and Thursday, November 30,North Park Main Street is hosting a snow, pictures with Hipster Santa, live Thursday Market, Art Elexia, and 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.winter wonderland in the heart of the music, a Christmas tree market, food over a dozen businesses will be par- mingle! There is no better way to Where:neighborhood! and drink vendors and activity area ticipating in creating unique wreaths kickoff the season than with a holiday Observatory North Park for kids. There will also be some mag- that will be auctioned off in a silent event that embodies it! For more 2891 University Avenue, Head to North Park Way behind ical fun for the adults with locally auction. You can get your holiday information, visit northparkmain- San Diego, 92104the Observatory and celebrate the brewed craft beers and specialty cock- decoration shopping done, all in one street.com.community’s Mistletoe Market on

14 | NOVEMBER 2017ROCKLaw School of Kath Rogers, lead vocalist, and recent law on the EP, “Gotta’ Get Outta Here,” EmeraldBY JENNIFER COBURN When this group of school graduate.“We get energized when peo- Eyes” and “Highways” are being premiered by ple start dancing and are actively listening to the international music blogs Velvety, Joe’s law school professors our music, and in turn, we ramp up our energy Groovy Time, and Concert Crap. Additionally, on stage.” music from Attractive Nuisance aired on Sohoand attorneys get together, it’s not for a trial Radio’s Mono Loco. The EP was released at a Their self-described style is“90s Ska churned private event last month at The Merrow inor deposition. It’s not even to discuss a new with vintage Alfa Romeos and some terracotta” Hillcrest, and is available via Spotify, Apple and“Springsteen live, early ’74 but with a dash Music, and other streaming services. Physicallegal ruling. They’re actually a rock band, aptly of Spector – pre-Joey, post Ronnie at their media and downloads are available on a “pay core.” Of its two lead singers, the band website what you want” model through the indiecalled The Innocent Bystanders. Most live in says, “You’re thinking Balin and Slick, maybe music site Bandcamp. If you want to catch the Buckingham-Nicks? You wouldn’t be wrong, band live, stop by the Kensington-Talmadgethe Mid-City community; three teach at but hold the psychedelics and the syrup.” sing-along on December 17 or book them for your next event!Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and two are “Over time, we got better than we thought we would and branched out to do more cover MEET THE BANDrecent graduates of the local school. Only sax- songs,” explains Semeraro. “At some point we realized that some of the band members had Steve Berenson - Mission Hillsophone player, a museum fundraiser, Jessica songs they’d written for former bands literally drummer – professor of family law decades ago, and we decided to give those aLaFave of Tierrasanta is not in the legal pro- try.” Steve Berenson, drummer, and family law Ben Nieberg - South Park professor, adds, “We’ve all had that somewhat lead vocalist and acoustic guitar –fession, though she jokes that“it’s always handy annoying experience of getting a pop song education lawyer with great hooks stuck in our head, and thento know a bunch of lawyers, just in case I want being unable to get it out for sometimes days Steve Semeraro – Kensington – at a time. When I started getting some of our electric guitar – professor of property lawto get into trouble.” original songs stuck in my head like that, I knew we were onto something.” Kaimi Wenger – Hillcrest –The band originally formed in 2013 when keyboard – professor of estate planning “We were getting a lot a great feedback on and corporate lawfive Thomas Jefferson law professors discov- our original songs, especially when we played them at private parties next to the cover songs Jessica LaFave – Tierrasanta –ered they shared a passion for music, explains that everybody knew,” says Semeraro. That’s museum fundraiser what led the group to a recent recording ses-founding member, electric guitar player, and sion at Singing Serpents Studio on Adams Kath Rogers – Hillcrest – Avenue. This little-known local gem is a com- lead vocalist – homeless advocate.property professor Steve Semeraro. Their first mercial jingle company that also offers its recording studio to local musicians. The Inno- Donny Samporna - Mission Valley – bassgig was at his Memorial Day party at the Kens- cent Bystanders, with the help of Ben Moore, guitarist - patent lawyer the record man at the studio, recorded fourington home Semeraro shares with his wife, original songs for its EP entitled “Attractive Nuisance,” a legal term for a dangerous condi-who is also an attorney. The group covered tion attractive to children. Three of the songssongs with legal themes, like “Jailhouse Rock”and “I Fought the Law (and the Law Won),”and planned to play a few events at the lawschool and call it a wrap. But they soon foundthemselves fielding requests to perform at par-ties and special events, sometimes squeezingin as many as three gigs a month, no easy featfor full-time lawyers. They began performingat the Kensington Club, The Merrow, Pal Joeys,and numerous other venues around San DiegoCounty.“There is this really fun feedback loopbetween the band and the audience,” explains

15NOVEMBER 2017 |Veterans Serving Our Country – and CommunityFoster Care agency says 25% of foster families are active duty military and veterans As our nation recognizes the brave service which is often the case with foster care. “We Borkowski Familyof veterans of the armed forces, Angels Foster love these children while they are in ourFamily Network is adding to the list of con- homes and we don’t know when we have totributions of our military this Veterans Day. say goodbye, but we feel excited to serve inThe nonprofit organization, which supports this way, for our country and for these chil-families who open their homes to infants and dren.”toddlers who need stable, loving care, says thatone of every four families who fosters with Active duty military are actively fosteringAngels is either active duty or veterans of the at Angels Foster Family Network as well.U.S. armed forces. Megan and Travis Borkowski live on Miramar Marine Corps Base where he is a Gunnery “We value all foster parents, but when I see Sergeant and she is a stay-at-home mother offamilies with members who are active duty four children: two biological children, oneor veterans, I know they already have training they adopted after fostering, and an infantin being adaptable and resourceful,” said Jeff they are fostering through Angels. They sayWiemann, Executive Director of Angels, and service became part of what motivated them,a veteran of the U.S. Navy. “They are usually but initially they explored fostering simply asextremely successful because of their flexibility a way to grow their family. “We wanted toand their deeply rooted sense of service.” adopt, but it was tough on a military income,” says Megan.“I started reading blogs about fos- Take Andrew Hedman and Sandra Hazzard. tering,” which addressed the concerns thatThe couple first met as Marines serving in both she and her husband had. “There was aAfghanistan, and say they regularly had to real stigma around fostering,” says Travis. “I“adapt and overcome” whatever challenges always thought it was a horrible system, butpresented themselves overseas. “It was all when I went to the Angels information ses-about flexibility and being able to change sion, I saw that these are good people tryingcourse fast in order to do what you had to to do the right thing for these children.”do,” says Sandra.“A lot like fostering,” she adds.Like many parents, the couple wondered how Angels Foster Family Network is unique infostering infants and toddlers would affect that it places only infants and toddlers undertheir biological children, but were pleased to five years old, and limits the number of fostersee that their children were just as adaptable children that can live with a family. “Part ofas they were. “We explained to the children our mission is to ensure that young childrenthat (our foster son’s) family can’t take care have a stable environment so we ask fosterof him right now so he’s going to stay with parents to commit to a single child or siblingus, and we’re going to treat him like family set for the duration of their stay in foster care,”until he’s ready to go back to his parents or explains Wiemann.“This way, they receive therelatives,” says Andrew with a bit of a shrug. individual attention they need and deserve.”“And yeah, it is really hard to say goodbye, but The organization head doesn’t just talk thewe can make such a huge impact on a child’s talk. His family has also fostered an infant andlife so that makes it worth doing.” say it was one of the most rewarding experi- ences they have had as a family.“Saying good- Rebekah and Chris Pawlowski also see sim- bye was difficult, but we have maintained ailarities between fostering and military service. great relationship with the biological familyChris was a Chief in the Navy while Rebekah and still remain an active part of (their fosteris a nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit son’s) life,” he says.at Rady Children’s Hospital. They have threeyoung biological children and are fostering Megan Borkowski recalls that when theiran infant. “In the military, there are a lot of first Angels placement was reunified with herthings we don’t have control over like when biological family, she was heartbroken. It wasand where to move, and when things move her six-year-old son, who propped her up andthey move quickly,” says Rebekah. “That urged her continue fostering. “He said theredirectly relates to foster care where there are are so many other babies who need us,” sheso many other players, like biological family says with a smile. Travis adds, “We’ve turnedand social workers, and you have to be flexible this into a really good team.”and adapt.” She says when her family was sta-tioned overseas, they would often have to say To find out more about how to become fos-goodbye to loved ones on very short notice, ter parents – or support children – please visit www.angelsfoster.orgAndrew Hedman and Sandra Hazzard Pawlowski Family

16 | NOVEMBER 2017 A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats: The Power of Sportsmanship, Sponsorship, and Mentorship By Alison Lily Aragon, Grants & Communications Specialist at Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego.I t isn’t an anomaly to be a girl Gaby a PGA Junior League team. PGA playing golf these days. Recent Junior League teams transform the headlines indicate there is still individual sport of golf into some- awe at a girl’s ability to play to thing much more team-focused, aswin alongside boys on the course, it will be when members go on tobut a field packed with girls ready to compete in high school, college or atcompete is nothing new here at Pro professional levels.Kids | The First Tee of San Diego. In2017, our membership was 58 per- This is not a student’s only pathcent female, with a special afternoon to professional success; Pro Kidscarved out specifically for girl’s golf intertwined in the City Heights andlessons and a strong Girl’s Mentor- Oceanside community ecosystems,ing Committee at both City Heights provides introductions to local busi-and Oceanside locations. These are ness leaders, from Gabriel Carinijust a few of the activities and events owner of Carini Heating and Air, tofocused on academic growth, as well Callaway Golf, who joined togetheras providing experiences for young with TaylorMade in 2012 to createwomen that are enriching, fun, andthey range from tea time, practicing ContinuedPilates, hiking, to providing scholar-ships for our older girls as they headon to college (This past year, 29 ofour 48 scholars were Women, andsome of our most dedicated femalescholars play golf for CSU San Mar-cos, Stanford, and Northwestern). Pro Kids uses golf as a gateway to Girls mentoring with Girls, Inc. in Oceanside Gabriel Carini, President, Carini Heating and Airlearning many valuable life skillsthat kids carry into successful adult-hood, to actively shape their ownfuture on and off the course. Kidsexperience golf in a different kind ofatmosphere here, with group classesthat have incentivized levels forgrowth, friendly monthly scrambles,and the opportunity for our middle-school aged youth to compete onPro Kids members at end of the month Halloween tournament

17NOVEMBER 2017 |the beautiful Pro Kids Academy. have access to out on the course. 2016). Having corporate volunteers at Pro Kids, taking place DecemberThe Academy is a special learn- But friendships are only one reason like Microsoft out on the course has 3rd, the Carini Team has committeding and golf facility where over 70 sports like golf empower girls for life lasting impact beyond a few hours; countless hours to the organizationkids attend more than three times and leadership—“golf is the perfect the act of showing up informs our and strategy of the tournament, asa week during the school year to platform for girls to build character, kids that their community is valu- well as their own contacts and re-keep their reading, math, and overall leadership skills and core values like able to San Diego at large, and offers sources who have really stepped-upacademics strong - while learning perseverance, confidence and judg- them a space to start talking to adults this year to support our girls.new golf techniques through the ment.” (The First Tee, 2017). These about career opportunities they mayunique SMASH lab programming skills are paramount to setting goals have never known about otherwise. We all face ups and downs un-that teaches golf and STEM concepts for the future, and staying focused knowingly throughout life, butat the same time. These leaders in during the overwhelming middle In this fast-paced virtual world, having people to call on for guidanceservice and entrepreneurial spirit act and high school years. Research by showing up in person is more than and support is not promised for all.as more than just sponsors of Pro Michigan State University’s Insti- half the battle. We value partners Whether they know it or not; spon-Kids programs—they are also men- tute for the Study of Youth Sports, who stand beside our kids, learn- sors, donors, staff, and volunteers aretors for kids so they may understand estimates, “approximately 70% of ing with them on and off the course. all vital support systems in our proall the opportunities available out in children in the U.S. are dropping out Carini Heating and Air was recently kids’ lives. We do the best we can tothe world. of organized sports before the age recognized as the 2017 Community teach our members how to navigate of 13, which is particularly alarm- Partner of the Year by Pro Kids for on the course of life, where bunkers Sponsors play a particularly ing for women because studies have their dedication on service in the and water hazards are more unex-unique role at the Carini Women’s shown that girls who play sports are community and focus on giving back pected than they are on the links.Golf Tournament. The inviting more likely to graduate from college, to youth, particularly the girls here at Claire Shipman, television journalistatmosphere encourages an afternoon find a job, and be employed in male- Pro Kids. As the title sponsor for the and co-author of The Confidenceof sisterhood women don’t always dominated industries” (Fortune, Carini Women’s Golf Tournament Code summaries the lasting lessons of golf best; “something happens when girls play sports — they em- body the experience of not just of winning, but the critical experience of losing. It’s that process of carrying on and clearing hurdles that really builds confidence. It’s an incredibly useful proving ground for business and leadership.” Kalena, Level 4 If you are considering a way for your business to give back atJennifer, Sade, Pro Kids member the end of 2017, or want to ac- tivate your individual or family giving through service, men- torship, or sponsorship, please consider joining Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego for our Carini Women’s Golf Tourna- ment Sunday, December 3rd, 2017. We have completely sold out of foursomes for the event, but we do have $25 brunch-only tickets available if you would like to join in on the fun. We have sponsorships avail- able for our brunch and happy hour portions of the day, please email Alison at aaragon@ prokidsonline.org or call 619- 582-7884 if you are interested in getting involved. Your atten- dance, time, and commitment to our girls provides them with the opportunity to mentors and experiences that will shape their future. Funds raised from the Women’s Tournament go di- rectly to the Pro Kids Academy, young women and girl’s involve- ment in the Pro Kids Golf & Life Skills Program, and Girl’s Mentoring Committee.

18 | NOVEMBER 2017KIDS’ KORNER: THANKSGIVING TURKEY CONTESTSend us your best Turkey and beentered to win $25 from Ike'sPlace! We have some great win-ners from last month's PumpkinCarving Contest, this month it'syour chance to WIN!!!It can be a drawing. It can bepainted. It can be craftedtogether. Have FUN and it is upto you!Submit entries [email protected]

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21NOVEMBER 2017 | Gorgeous birds from The Nat’s Birds and Mammals collection. (Photo by Pablo Mason)Cool Stuff to the museum. The entry is dominated by a amassed a collection of more than 8 million the root of scientific discovery Museum col-From Storage giant sperm whale jaw that demonstrates the specimens. Although the institution focuses its lections help inform present and future scien- sheer size of this remarkable mammal.Visitors research efforts primarily on Southern Cali- tists, students, and museum visitors about evo- will also see an impressive display of specimens fornia and Baja California, through its history, lution, implications of climate change, and howNatural History Museum’s from all over the world: brilliant gems and it has acquired specimens from all over the to protect the unique biodiversity and natural minerals, an emperor penguin, massive bats, a world. resources in the region. In addition to theirstorage spaces take center 20- foot long anaconda skin, pinned bugs and The specimens in the museum’s holdings, tremendous scientific value, specimens are also insects, a wall of skulls, and a variety of vintage which are meticulously preserved and cata- displayed in exhibitions, such as Unshelved,stage in new exhibition taxidermied birds. The specimens chosen for logued, are curated by several departments that and are used by the Education Department to this exhibition demonstrate the museum’s long comprise the Biodiversity Research Center of more clearly and definitively illustrate lessons history of collecting and the magnificent diver- the Californias (BRCC). Research departments being taught at the Museum Unshelved is“Unshelved: Cool Stuff from Storage”opens sity of life on Planet Earth. and collections include Birds and Mammals, located on Level 2 of the museum and isNov. 18 at the San Diego Natural History “Most visitors don’t get to see our treasure Botany, Entomology, Herpetology, Marine included with general admission.Museum and features gorgeous natural history trove — rows upon rows of shelves, drawers, Invertebrates, Mineralogy, Paleontology, and To help celebrate the grand opening ofspecimens never before on display. and crates holding millions of plant and animal the Research Library. Unshelved, The Nat has planned the followingThe building looks bigger from the outside specimens collected over the past 143 years,” “The Nat has been building a collection of public programs:than inside because it holds 8 million speci- said Judy Gradwohl, president and CEO of the natural history specimens for more than 140mens in storage areas underground and behind San Diego Natural History Museum. “A look years,” said Dr. Michael Wall, vice president of • Unshelved Family Daygallery walls. The museum is giving visitors a behind the scenes in our storage areas is like a science and conservation at the Natural History Saturday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.rare peek behind the scenes when they open cross-section of the diversity of nature itself. It Museum.“It’s high time we create an exhibition (included with paid admission)the exhibit, which is included with paid admis- is beautiful, strange, and fascinating, and we’re that is solely dedicated to telling that story. Unshelved brings the back of house to the • NATtalk: What’s In Our Drawerssion and will remain on view for two years. giving visitors a glimpse into that world.”As visitors enter Unshelved, they will feel as The Nat was established by a small group of front. Its quirkiness is sure to dazzle our visitors Tuesday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m.though they have been given an all-access pass citizen scientists in 1874, and since then has and prompt them to ask questions, which is at (extra ticket required).A drawer of beetles from The Nat’s Entomology Department shows the beauty of bio- Owls in the museum’s holdings lined up for inclusion in Unshelved. Curator of Birds and Mammals Phil Unitt holds one ofdiversity. (Photo by Pablo Mason) (Photo by Michael Field, San Diego Natural History Museum) the 50,000 bird specimens in one of The Nat’s many research collection rooms. (Photo by John Talbott, San Diego Natural History Museum)

22 | NOVEMBER 2017 YOUR AD HERE! ONLY $29/WEEKSmall Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt!Forget Black Friday - it's all about Small Business Saturday! Celebrate local shops in NorthPark by participating in our annualSmall Business Scavenger Hunt!Running from 11/18 - 11/25 all par-ticipating contestants will have thechance to win $300 cash simply byshopping small! What's the catch? You won't knowwhere you'll be shopping until youpick up one of our scavenger huntclue cards (FREE) - and even thenyou better put on your detective hat!The clue cards describe 10 localNorth Park shops and attractionswhere you'll pick up a free trinketbeginning Saturday 11/18. There's one more catch though!While there may be 10 spots to figureout and visit, your clue card will onlylist the first 9 clues - we will be reveal-ing the final clue on Small BusinessSaturday during a TBD time rangeon all of social media platforms(Facebook, Instragram, and Twitter). The first person to figure out andvisit all 10 spots and bring the cor-responding trinkets to the NorthPark Main Street booth set up at RayStreet and University on 11/25(11am-3pm) will win $300! Of course because we love encour-aging to shop locally in North Parkso much we thought we'd includemore prizes for contestants!1st Place = $300 Cash2nd Place = $50 Gift Card3rd Place = $50 Gift CardAll remaining participants willreceive a special gift just for partici-pating!WHERE TO PICK UP CLUECARDS FOR FREE:100 TICKETS AVAILABLE-North Park Thursday Market(North Park Main Street booth)11/2, 11/9 and 11/16CARDS AVAILABLE AT THESEPARTICIPATING LOCATIONS:• Tostadas• City Tacos• Verbatim Books• Stubborn Goat Bike Shop• Simply Local

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