PRIDELY - San Diego 2023

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Original 40 Brewing Company

Explore our 24 taps that feature a mix of beers designed to pair with our food menu!

3117 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104

Phone: (619) 255-7380 | Web: original40brewing.com

Ironside Fish & Oyster

Seafood fare & cocktails offered in a renovated warehouse with quirky, nautical design accents.

1654 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: (619) 269-3033 | Web: ironsidefishandoyster.com

Born and Raised

Spacious, modern destination for high-end steak & cocktails with glitzy decor & a rooftop patio.

1909 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: (619) 202-4577 | Web: bornandraisedsteak.com

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Water Grill San Diego

Sophisticated seafood restaurant with extensive raw-bar options & a menu updated daily.

615 J St, San Diego, CA

Kettner Exchange

Eatery for handcrafted cocktails & a creative menu of American dishes with some global flare.

2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Callie

Sophisticated kitchen & bar fixing up Mediterranean plates, set in a classy, contemporary venue.

1195 Island Ave, San Diego, CA

Juniper & Ivy

Spacious, modern restaurant serving imaginative New American fare & drinks in woody, arty surrounds.

2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Hodad’s Downtown

Kitschy local favorite for giant burgers with an array of toppings, plus shakes, onion rings & more.

945 Broadway, San Diego, CA

CUCINA urbana

Reclaimed wood lines this stylish, contemporary Italian restaurant & wine shop with craft cocktails.

505 Laurel St, San Diego, CA

Herb & Wood

Sprawling, upscale locale serving rustic, wood-fired dishes & oldschool cocktails.

2210 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Trust

Inviting, well-appointed space for seasonally driven New American fare, cocktails & wine.

3752 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA

The Lion’s Share

Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.

629 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA

Animae

Fashionable restaurant showcasing high-end steak & Asian fusion dishes in a luxurious atmosphere.

969 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA

MAY 20

Fiesta del Sol in Solana Beach

Fiesta del Sol in Solana Beach features live music, an arts & crafts fair, children’s activities, an international food court, and a beer & wine garden. Learn more at fiestadelsol.net.

May 21

Kex Fest

An all-inclusive culinary exploration through cuisine, spirits, wine, beer, and good company. We invite you to Kettner Exchange for our 5th annual food and spirits festival. Through fresh ingredients and inventive libations, we welcome you to travel the world and engage your palate. Tickets and details at venno.com.

JUN 7

2023 San Diego County Fair

San Diego’s annual county fair is the largest fair in California, offering a variety of food, entertainment, exhibits, rides & games throughout the beautiful and historical Del Mar Fairgrounds in the oceanfront village of Del Mar. Learn more at sandiego.org.

Jun 10

San Diego Brew Festival

The 12th annual San Diego Brew Festival finally returns! The event will feature over 70 breweries, 200 beers, 10 of San Diego’s best food trucks as well as cover bands and lawn games. The 2023 SD Brew Fest will take place at NTC Park from noon to 4pm. For details, visit www. sandiegobeerfest.com.

JUL 15

San Diego Pride Festival

The Pride Festival is San Diego’s largest 2-day event highlighting the best in LGBTQ entertainment, interactive exhibits, cultural presentations, and community resources. Learn more at sdpride.org.

AUG 13

Hillcrest CityFest

Our annual celebration of community spirit will feature live bands, electric dance music DJs, arts, crafts, and food that attracts over 150,000+ visitors from San Diego and Southern California! This is San Diego’s LARGEST and BEST art and music festival-- stretching nearly half a mile in size on over 9 city blocks! Learn more at fabuloushillcrest.com.

Aug 26

In The Air Tonight: A Symphony Celebration of Genesis

Phil Collins’s one-of-a-kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. With the mega-band Genesis and his numerous solo hits, Phil Collins—along with bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford—penned unforgettable hits that changed the landscape of rock and pop music.

This symphonic tribute features two vocalists and the set list includes hits such as “Follow You Follow Me,” “Abacab,” “I Missed Again,” “Turn It on Again,” “Sussudio,” “One More Night,” “Take Me Home,” “Two Hearts,” and the iconic “In the Air Tonight.” Stuart Chafetz conducts. Details at dosd.com. Please note: neither Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel nor any past member of Genesis will be appearing at this concert.

SEP 15

Casino di Piazza

In partnership with Vici Luxury Rentals, the evening will feature craft cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres, live music, Blackjack, Craps and Roulette under the stars. Dress to impress in your very best cocktail or black tie attire as you enjoy every detail carefully curated to give guests the most authentic Italian garden casino experience. Visit littleitalysd.com.

OCT 7

Mira Mesa Street Fair

Enjoy a fun filled festival atmosphere that is the perfect mix of

entertainment, food and exhibitors. Displays include Arts & Crafts vendors, local businesses and civic groups. Learn more at miramesatowncouncil.org.

NOV 8

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival

Welcome to the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, where sailboats and sandy beaches serve as the backdrop to one of the country’s most talked about weeks in food. Featuring dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally acclaimed chefs. Learn more at sandiegowineclassic.com.

DEC 3

La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival

Marching bands, floats, equestrians, vintage automobiles and more parade down the streets of La Jolla. The parade ends with a holiday festival featuring craft booths, carnival rides, food, entertainment and a tree lighting ceremony. Learn more at ljparade.com.

MAR 17

San Diego St. Paddy’s Day Music + Beer Festival

Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego turns green as the Shamrock party takes to the streets with dozens of musical acts on multiple stages. Beer gardens, food vendors and fun are in store at this ticketed event. Learn more at seecalifornia.com.

Apr 2024 TBD

Color Fun Fest - San Diego

Less about your 10-minute-mile and more about having the time of your life, The Color Run is a five-kilometer, un-timed event in which thousands of participants, or “Color Runners”, are doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer.’ The world’s first COLOR 5K™ and COLOR DASH event. Tickets and details at sandiego.org.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

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EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control

weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

SAN DIEGO PRIDE

Here at San Diego Pride, we believe that our community is stronger we work together. Throughout our Pride celebrations and all year round, we coordinate with diverse nonprofit organizations and groups to ensure LGBTQ people have access to capacity-building resources and culturally competent civic spaces. Web: sdpride.org

THE SAN DIEGO LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER

One of the largest and most vibrant LGBTQ community centers in the nation. The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Web: www.thecentersd.org

PFLAG SAN DIEGO

We offer Support, Education, and Advocacy to LGBTQ+ persons, their families, friends, and allies. PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. Web: pflag.com

211 SAN DIEGO

We’re committed to serving our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning/ Queer+ (LGBTQ+) community, whom we acknowledge often face large-and smallscale marginalization, discrimination, hate, and many other hardships. We are here to help LGBTQ+ individuals working through homelessness, hunger, unemployment, and mental illness access supportive services and get them the information they need for a happier, healthier life. Web: 211sandiego.org.

TRANSFAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES

They provide family coaching, assistance with healthcare and insurance issues, help navigating the legal system, and support at schools. All services are provided free. Web: transfamilysos.org