Talking with Takei
Albert Fulcher | Editor
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The California Senate voted in support of SB 822 on Aug. 30, signaling a victory for those favoring a return to net neutrality protections. In a wide margin, the state Assembly voted 61-18 in favor of advancing the bill and sent it to Gov. Jerry Brown’s desk for review. Brown signed the bill on Sept. 30, which then drew a quick response from the United States Department of Justice in the form of a lawsuit to stop the new law guaranteeing equal and full access to the internet. Read More
‘HIR’
Cygnet Theatre presents “HIR,” running through Oct. 28. Somewhere in the suburbs, Isaac has returned from the wars to help take care of his ailing father, only to discover a revolt. The insurgent? His mom. Liberated from an oppressive marriage, with Isaac’s newly out transgender sibling as her ally, she’s on a crusade to dismantle the patriarchy. But in Tyler Mac’s sly, subversive comedy, annihilating the past doesn’t always free you from it. $30. 4040 Twiggs St.
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Albert Fulcher | Editor
Takei opens up San Diego GI Film Festival Read More
On Sept. 20, the Little Italy Association of San Diego (LIA) unveiled a brand new 500-square-foot public piazza at the corner of India and West Cedar streets. Little Italy’s newest addition to the neighborhood, Piazza Giannini was introduced to the Little Italy community with a monumental ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the piazza with leaders, sponsors and community members. Read More
By Nate Bazydlo Setanta
San Diego Gaelic Football and Surf Club wins North American Championship for second year in a row Read More
Downtown San Diego is known for its vibrant neighborhoods, with their mixture of conference attendees, tourists, locals and residents, all sharing together in the culture, food, music and nonstop entertainment found there. Read More
San Diego’s esteemed Cuban restaurant, Havana 1920, will celebrate its one-year anniversary with a festive bang. Things kick off with a free VIP party at 7 p.m., Oct. 11. It will feature live music, salsa dancing lessons, a cigar-rolling station, mojito drink specials and more. Guests must register online in advance at havanayear1.nightout.com. Read More
By Dave Schwab
Instructing young children who would otherwise be out on the streets comes naturally for social worker-turned-teacher Ingrid Valentini of San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM). Read More
By Diana Cavagnaro | Fashion Files
Marston House presented “Hats Off To Marston’s” on Sept. 23 in Balboa Park. Guests were treated to mimosas and refreshments on this picture-perfect day. All of the hats in this vintage hat fashion show were from the Marston’s Department Store, founded in 1878 and was “the place” to shop for more than 100 years. Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
Carbs are given a good name by a couple from Naples
In the four months since Monzu Fresh Pasta has been open, the chic-casual restaurant has attracted regular customers obsessed with certain dishes, says Serena Romano, who runs the business with her husband, Aldo de Dominicis Rotondi. Read More
By Paul Downey | Guest Editorial
It’s that time of the year when you start hearing about the flu shot or seeing signs to “Get Your Flu Vaccine Here!” And in fact, there is no better time than now to get vaccinated. Read More
By District Attorney | Summer Stephan
As your District Attorney, I’m committed to increasing communication and accessibility between the DA’s Office and you, the community. One way I have been doing that is through this monthly column, where I provide consumer tips on public safety matters. Read More
By Tom Cesarini | Little Italy Culture & Heritage
San Diego’s Little Italy has fast become a neighborhood bathed in an urban chic sensibility and one with its own mythos. But before the contemporary convergence of myriad restaurants and retailers, the neighborhood had modest beginnings with its history going back hundreds of years. It is a collective tale of immigration and assimilation — and an overarching theme focused on the individuals and families that helped to shape a neighborhood, a waterfront, and a city. The preservation of San Diego’s Italian historical narrative is a core component of the Convivio mission and vision. Read More
By Dora McCann Guerreiro | East Village Biz News Read More
By Toni G. Atkins | Notes from Toni
During the past several years, California has been hit especially hard by extreme weather events, from our historic five-year drought, to floods, record heat, and, most recently, devastating wildfires. Last year’s fires were among the deadliest on record, and this year we saw the largest fire in state history, the Mendocino-Complex. Thousands of firefighters are still battling more than a dozen blazes across the state. Read More
By B. J. Coleman
Offering Downtown movie lovers a variety of classics and recent releases
Dinner and a movie are main features of a couple’s classic date night. One Downtown San Diego venue offers a one-stop, new-and-greatly-improved version of that night-out experience for adults on the town. Read More
[Editor’s note: This editorial first appeared in the Voice of San Diego on Aug. 31. View the original article at bit.ly/vosd-valenti.]
By Matt Valenti | Guest Editorial
The sky is falling.
Or so it would seem, if you believe the claims the vacation rental industry is making.
They’re upset about the compromise ordinance passed by San Diego’s City Council. Brainchild of Councilwoman Barbara Bry, the ordinance is the final result of years of back and forth between the two sides of the issue.
The mayor and many others have praised the compromise. Housing advocates have breathed a sigh of relief. We can’t make headway on the housing crisis when we’re currently losing two housing units to vacation rentals for each three new ones we build.
But Airbnb and the vacation rental industry aren’t happy. Read More
[Ref: SDRC advertisement]
I was expecting the legalization of marijuana to have an effect in Downtown San Diego. On my trip to federal jury duty, I could not help but notice the billboard for marijuana along 9th Avenue. What really disappointed me was to see your paper have a front and center advertising space for a local dispensary. Your paper is free and accessible to anyone who may decide to pick it up. This includes minors such as me. I was days before my 20th birthday. Seeing this adds to the normalization and usage of marijuana to our local community. It is seen as fine to buy and acceptable. I wonder why we chastise cigarette advertising but go ahead with promoting marijuana. Is smoking another “natural” plant really going to benefit our lungs or our heart health? I hope that you will consider the negative consequences that marijuana consumption will have on our community and remove the marijuana advertising. Read More
By B. J. Coleman
Chinese Historical museum celebrates young musical prodigies
For the first time in its history, the Bravo! International Music Academy (BIMA) brought a collaborative concert of talented young Asian and Asian-American musicians to Downtown’s San Diego Chinese Historical Museum (SDCHM) on Aug. 11. Staging of classical string performances filled the SDCHM’s Dr. Chuang Archive & Learning Center with attendees eager to hear beautiful music during the concert titled “A Bridge to Connect.” Read More
By Frank Sabatini Jr. | Restaurant Review
Worldly foods and beers create an international delight
Step slightly outside the Gaslamp Quarter and into Broadway Circle and you’ll encounter Tapas & Beers, a casual yet stylish restaurant specializing in Spanish, French and American dishes. The cuisine is represented by flags of those countries looming from an interior front wall. Read More
By SDCNN staff
Against breast cancer
What’s a special way to show your support for those afflicted with a life-threatening disease or condition? One creative method is getting dunked in a water tank in front of hundreds of co-workers. Read More
By Jean Lowerison
‘Much Ado’ tosses many classic tunes
Ah, Will, you gave us so many wonderful — and awful — stories and characters. Sometimes even in the same play.
The Old Globe’s summer festival brings us what Globe artistic director Barry Edelstein calls “the first English-language romantic comedy” in a sprightly production of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.”
Primarily known for the two central characters Beatrice and Benedick — who spend most of the play denying their mutual attraction until their friends trick them into admitting the truth — the play also gets serious when a bad actor named Don John tries to scotch the wedding plans of two other important characters, soldier Claudio and pretty young thing Hero. Read More
By Tom Cesarini | Little Italy Heritage
What’s in a name? Everything
The Convivio Now and Again Series comprises oral histories from Italian-community members. In this excerpt from an interview with Louis Palestini, the treasurer of the Little Italy Association, Louis discusses the new neighborhood piazza and his sentiment about heritage preservation in the community.
By Christopher Gomez | Little Italy News
This year, San Diegans and visitors can experience a one-of-a-kind, Tuscan-inspired evening at the Little Italy Association of San Diego’s (LIA) brand new, premier event, Solo Italiano: Dinner in Rosso (Dinner in Red) presented by PenFed Credit Union. The event will transform the recently opened Piazza della Famiglia into a magical evening on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 5-10 p.m. The flagship event features a curated and immersive dining experience that encourages guests to dress in their best red attire. Solo Italiano: Dinner in Rosso will help raise funds for the LIA to continue its efforts to enhance and preserve the rich history and charm of the community, while creating a truly authentic Italian experience for guests. Read More
By District Attorney | Summer Stephan
As your District Attorney, I’m committed to increasing communication and accessibility between the DA’s Office and you, the community. One way I have been doing that is through this monthly column, where I provide consumer tips on public safety matters. Read More