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One hour of debate is not much for fully differentiating the views of candidates opposing each other for election.

But District 4 San Diego County Board of Supervisors candidates Bonnie Dumanis and Nathan Fletcher hammered their areas of agreement and disagreement over 60 minutes while discussing Downtown issues at a debate on Oct. 11. Fletcher and Dumanis are vying for the District 4 seat, which County Supervisor Ron Roberts is vacating. The event, hosted by the East Village Residents Group and the East Village Association, was held in the Neil Morgan Auditorium alongside the Central Library on Park Boulevard. Lisa Halverstadt of “Voice of San Diego” served as moderator.

District 4 is the most compact of the five districts on county board map, covering central Downtown San Diego, along the central coastal regions and northward. The 4th District has substantial overlap with jurisdiction of the city of San Diego.

Dumanis and Fletcher agreed broadly on which three major issues have greatest impact on Downtown, citing homelessness, mental illness and housing. Asked to name the top concern within this trio, Fletcher and Dumanis agreed that mental illness ranks first.

Both agreed that the county has a primary responsibility locally for dealing with mentally ill persons. Of course, these issues all intertwine in regard to the outsized population of homeless persons inhabiting locations around Downtown San Diego. Mitigation of problems caused to Downtown residents by living in close proximity to homeless individuals was an important tangential subject during the debate.

The debaters differed over what to do in approach about the extent of San Diego County financial reserves. Fletcher criticized the county for holding

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The Museum of Man transformed into a haunted museum at the Sinners & Saints Halloween Extravaganza benefitting the Urban Street Angels on Oct. 26. (Photo by Albert H. Fulcher)

Sinners & Saints Halloween Extravaganza benefits Urban Street Angels Albert H. Fulcher | Editor A stunning transfiguration of the Museum of Man in Balboa Park turned a benefit for Urban Street Angels into a spectacular haunted museum on Oct. 26. With two floors open, the backdrop of the exhibits brought an astonishing blend of history and Halloween mania, with frightening moments waiting around every corner.

And all for a great cause.

Now in its third year, “Sinners & Saints: a Halloween Extravaganza,” raised much needed funds for Urban Street Angels, an

organization dedicated to helping a nearly forgotten demographic of homeless young adults.

Urban Street Angels Founder and Executive Director Eric Lovett said he was very excited about this year’s annual fundraiser and extremely happy with the large turnout of the supporters donned in everything Halloween, from horror to fantasy.

“Urban Street Angels works with the homeless population in San Diego,” Lovett said. “We cater to 18 to 25-year-olds, an

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Piazza della Famiglia becomes the “it” spot

By Vince Meehan It’s the golden hour at the Piazza della Famiglia in Little Italy, the hour before sunset where the low sun casts a rich golden hue over the neighborhood. The Piazza is filled with people sitting at umbrella-covered tables checking their social media or enjoying a drink. This pleases Marco Li Mandri, chief executive

administrator of the Little Italy Association of San Diego as he surveys the afternoon crowd.

“The real test of success for any public space is whether people use it or not,” Li Mandri said. “San Diego has some of the poorest public spaces around, so we wanted to create one that works. I’d call this a success.”

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Visitors relax in the Piazza della Famiglia (Photo by Vince Meehan)

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Downtown PR guru earns esteemed Press Club award Albert H. Fulcher | Editor Journalism and public relations in today’s media industry go hand in hand. With the ever-growing need for the integrity of news, these two professions merged, making an impact on community and national levels. At the 45th annual San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards on Oct. 30, a prominent local public relations professional earned one of the Press Club’s most prestigious awards for his life of dedication to the field of communications.

Jack Berkman, CEO and President of Berkman Strategic Communications, chosen by his peers, earned the Andy Mace Award for Outstanding Contribution to Public Relations. Berkman has earned more than 70 Bernays awards from the San Diego Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), plus the national PRSA Silver Anvil Award. Berkman is a long time Downtown resident.

Andy Mace, who passed away in 2009, is credited with the idea of starting the San Diego Press Club. He was a long-time PacBell communications director, whose ethics, integrity and trust was ever present in his professional conduct and unyielding support of the San Diego Press Club for more than 30 years.

His namesake award is given to a PR practitioner who, over the course of his or her career, has exemplified fairness and integrity, and has effectively disseminated the truth to concerned publics.

Gayle Falkenthal, Falcon Valley Group president, San Diego Press Club Board emeritus and previous Andy Mace Award recipient, nominated Berkman for the Andy Mace Award.

Falkenthal said that there is no one that she knows who represents the highest principles of the public relations profession better than Berkman.

“For 40 years, Jack has helped many journalists understand what principled public relations is all about with the

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PIAZZA DELLA FAMIGLIA

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Li Mandri noted that an additional goal of the piazza was to create a public space where people could sit down without being compelled to buy something. “Hopefully this will serve as a model for San Diego,” added Li Mandri The piazza is so successful that the association has ordered an additional 100 chairs for the locals, tourists and workers to enjoy. So what is there to do when you visit the Piazza della Famiglia? An apropos answer would be, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Or in this case … i piccoli italiani (the little Italians) Traditionally, Europeans are fond of hanging out in public squares to relax and people watch. The Piazza della Famiglia was designed to mimic those public squares, and like the European models, the piazza features an ornate fountain as a centerpiece. Piazza della Famiglia is Italian for “plaza of the family” and the threetiered fountain represents the families of Little Italy from the past, present and future. The circular fountain features a wide lip around the bottom tier that visitors can sit on as they enjoy the square. This creates an inclusive atmosphere that encourages the same interactivity that the European squares are famous for.

If you want to “do as the Romans do”, then some fresh roasted coffee is definitely a perfect complement to the Italian motif. And you won’t have to go far as the Frost Me Cafe is located on the south side of the piazza. Frost Me Cafe is the only place in San Diego that serves Ritual coffee from San Francisco. The cafe features a full bakery where you can order freshly made muffins, pastries and desserts.

Or if you wish to enjoy a glass of wine, beer, or an authentic Italian cocktail, you can visit the bar located in the

unrepresented demographic.

There are about 1,000 to 1,500 of these youth on the streets of San Diego on any given day.”

Urban Street Angels started in 2012 as a way to provide emergency supplies for homeless youth in the streets and has grown into a vibrant organization determined to end youth homelessness.

“We provide three things,” Lovett said. “Emergency shelter for those needing a place for the night or a place to take a shower. We provide transitional housing, which gets them off the streets, gives them jobs and jobs training. We try to be full-service in trying to get these young people off of the streets. It’s all about giving them hope for a better future.”

To address the immediate needs of the transitional-age homeless youth, the organization offers an emergency overnight shelter program every Tuesday evening at the Missiongathering Christian Church in North Park. Visitors receive a good meal, access to showers and laundry facilities, medical care, and a safe place for a full night’s sleep.

Lovett said providing hope and opportunity is Urban

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The fountain serves as a meeting point for visitors of the piazza (Photos by Vince Meehan)

Little Italy Food Hall. In an exclusive agreement with the city, patrons can order their drinks at the bar, then take them outside to enjoy in the piazza. This is a unique arrangement that reinforces the European ambiance of the square.

Katie Willis can usually be found working on her laptop at the back end of the Little Italy Food Hall Bar. Willis is the general manager of the hall, which anchors the piazza with its collection of six unique eateries as well as the bar.

National franchise food outlets were intentionally left out of the food hall in favor of locally owned businesses featuring a wide variety of culinary choices.

“We like to highlight the local theme of the food hall,” Willis said. “We’re going to host culinary events in the piazza including a monthly live cooking demo featuring our chefs.”

Ambrogio15 is the lone Italian eatery of the food hall and features Milano-style Italian cuisine. They cook thin crust pizza in an open-flame oven brought over from Milan and also feature a wide array of salads and sandwiches. Single Fin Kitchen serves a Japaneseinfluenced selection of locally caught fish and Wicked! Maine Lobster specializes in East Coast seafood. Not Not Tacos is co-owned by Sam “The Cooking Guy” Zien and offers unorthodox tacos filled with meatloaf, pastrami and even curried egg

The peachy Piazza Fizz is the most popular cocktail at the Little Italy Food Hall bar.

Dillian Endriss of Roast Meat & Sandwich shop shows off a giant chicharron. salad. Roast Meat & Sandwich Shop serves as a meat lover’s paradise while Mein St. specializes in Asian-inspired dishes.

The Piazza exudes a safe and secure ambiance, where visitors don’t feel the need to look up or over their shoulder as they sit. The Little Italy Association manages the piazza and has staff that monitors the piazza to keep it safe. This allows the patrons to work on their laptops in security as they enjoy live or piped-in music.

The piazza has quickly become the heart of Little Italy and will host special holiday events as well as culinary-themed parties.

Little Italy’s farmers market — known as The Mercato — now flows through the piazza and the Saturday event has been expanded to include Wednesdays as a way for local chefs to gather locally grown produce and spices.

The piazza features live music scattered throughout the week and a special drink cart is opened during peak hours where visitors can grab a quick beer or wine. The piazza is popular on Sundays with churchgoers stopping by after mass and tourists enjoying ice cream from Salt & Straw, which is directly across the street. All in all, the Piazza della Famiglia is the perfect place to chill while you are in Little Italy, and if the mood strikes you … do as the Italians do!

—Vince Meehan can be reached at vinniemeehan@ gmail.com.v

Creatures lurked in the nooks and crannies of the Museum of Man.

Urban Street Angels Founder and Executive Director Eric Lovett (Photos by Albert H. Fulcher)

Street Angels’ primary mission. One innovative program— 8 West — is a training program where homeless youth work to handcraft and market a premium line of shower, bath and spa products. Its purpose is to help them develop useful skills, and to give them a sense of responsibility, accountability and a strong work ethic. The end goal — giving them the tools to be employable and restoring them as viable citizens of the community.

Its independent-living facilities provides visitors not only with a home to stay in, with people in common to learn with, but also gives them guidance from experienced individuals in the organization and community to help them succeed. By getting them off the streets and providing them with a hands up experience, Urban Street Angels utilizes all of its programs and assets in giving this special demographic of homeless a chance to leave the streets behind and a new beginning.

To find out more information about Urban Street Angels, or how to donate, volunteer and support its mission, visit urbanstreetangels.org.

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Annual event brings awareness for victims of domestic violence

By Lucia Viti Nicole Sinkule lost her life to domestic violence. On Oct. 16, 2005, the beautiful, 25-year-old artist was bludgeoned to death while she slept in her own bed with a claw hammer. When police arrived, the hammer’s claw was still protruding from her neck.

Police arrested her boyfriend, Eric Nathaniel Marum, 25, within the hour. Marum, a methamphetamine user, was charged with first-degree murder. He pleaded not guilty. Two

years later, in exchange for a guilty plea, Marum received a reduced sentence — 16 years to life in prison.

The couple’s relationship ran rabid with the red flags of domestic violence. The year prior, coworkers rescued Sinkule as Marum tried to drag her from the restaurant where she worked as a waitress. Marum also vandalized Sinkule's apartment while high on meth. Pleading guilty to vandalism and felony possession of meth, he received a three-year, probationary

(center) Heather Finlay, San Diego YWCA CEO flanked by San Diego Police officers (Photos by Lucia Viti) sentence. Sinkule was granted an order of protection.

Several months later, Sinkule and Marum’s lawyer requested to reverse the order, arguing that Marum, no longer using meth, was rehabilitated.

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The couple had reconciled and wished to live together. The judge approved the request.

Police were called to Sinkule’s apartment earlier that fateful day. Assured that the incident was not physically violent, they left. Three hours later, Sinkule was dead.

“And that’s why we walk,” said Glenn and Claudia Sinkule, Nicole’s parents.

The Sinkules were among the hundreds present for YWCA’s Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, held on Oct. 13 at Downtown’s Martin Luther King Promenade. Men, women and children walked a mile in heels – although heels were optional – to raise awareness for domestic violence and to support the programs of the YWCA and YWCA’s Becky’s House.

“We keep Nicole’s memory alive by helping others,” said Claudia Sinkule. “We walk to help spread the word about a topic few are willing to talk about.”

“Domestic violence is a non-issue to many until it touches them; until they become victims,” continued Glenn Sinkule. “Walk A Mile In Her Shoes is a light-hearted day that brings exposure to the victims ashamed by their abuse.”

The Sinkules admit that they, the “poster children” for a club they never wanted to belong to, will walk every year until the cycle of domestic violence ends. Awareness and education remain key in aiding those too frightened to ask for help.

“Walk A Mile In Her Shoes is an event designed to engage men, and women, into discussing the issue of domestic violence,” said Heather Finlay, YWCA’s CEO. “Men walk a mile in heels in Downtown San Diego to raise money and bring awareness to the services that we provide while we strive to educate the community.”

According to Finlay, domestic violence is “pervasive.” One in 4 women and 1 in 7 men, experience violence, usually at the hands of a spouse or partner.

“Domestic violence knows no boundaries,” Finlay continued.

“Domestic violence affects everyone regardless of race, gender, age, creed, income or where you live.”

“The public stigma associated with domestic violence says that it affects only lower income or depressed, high-crime areas,” added Larry West, walker, volunteer, and former board member and president of the board of directors for the YWCA. “Rancho Santa Fe victims – women from the wealthiest neighborhood in the county, some with advanced degrees – run parallel to victims from a lower, socio-economic status. Statistics even include men,” West continued.

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Founded in 1908, YWCA “empowers individuals and families to break the cycle of domestic violence and homelessness and achieve self-sufficiency.” Almost 10,000 people receive aid yearly through a full spectrum of programs, including a 24-hour crisis hotline; emergency and short-term shelter; longer-term housing; comprehensive housing solutions; and integrated services.

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West spoke of his 10-year tenure with Walk A Mile In Her Shoes as “one of the most masculine things a man can do.”

“Domestic violence shouldn’t be a taboo subject,” West said.

“Pull the veil, step up and speak out. Men play a critical

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IN HER SHOES role by being aware and having the conversation. If we don’t get involved, if there is no investment, the cycle continues.

Imagine being afraid of living in your own home. Imagine living in fear 24/7.”

West considers learning about the issues surrounding domestic violence and educating others as a “blessing.”

“Along with an education, I’ve gained perspective and empathy,” he said. “I’ve gained more than I’ve given. I’ve created relationships with like-minded people that have enriched my life. What I thought would be a labor empowers me. I’ll always be involved. I have a passion, an affection and a friendship for everyone at YWCA.” Donning smiles and heels, West admitted that fundraising is challenging.

“It’s easy to buy a toy and be done with it while fundraising for organizations like the YWCA and Becky’s House is tough,” West said. “But it’s important to connect and communicate with the community. Today, federal, state and local governments give less and less. So, organizations like the YWCA and Becky’s House rely on the public, corporations and their communities to survive and thrive.”

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Finlay plans to “grow the event and engage the community to understand the issues surrounding domestic violence.”

“We will continue to work to reach those who need help to let them know that they’re not alone,” Finlay said. “YWCA is dedicated to helping victims and families secure safety, recover from trauma, improve their economic status, obtain permanent housing and achieve lasting independence.”

Post-walk activities included fresh Mediterranean fare provided by Luna Grill, a silent auction, the incredible music of the trio Mo Jo Jackson, a GIF photo booth, face painting and family-friendly games.

“Everyone was so fantastic,” concluded Finlay. “The sponsors, volunteers and my entire team at YWCA were integral to the success of this event. Mo Jo Jackson are just fabulous musicians. And Luna Grill truly understands that a strong community is a community that’s supported by its businesses.”

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Prop. 10 isn’t a viable solution to our housing problems

By Barbara Bry [Editor’s note: This editorial first appeared in the Voice of San Diego on Oct. 1.

View the original article at bit.ly/vosd-bry.]

In the last few weeks, I have been asked several times how I’m voting on Proposition 10, which would repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act. CostaHawkins prevents cities and counties from applying rent control to apartments built after 1995 or to single-family rental units and condos.

To those many California families who are struggling to find an affordable place to live, this repeal may appear to be the answer. Sadly, history and an enormous volume of research into this problem have shown that rent control does not create more housing — and creating housing is the primary solution to the pain that so many Californians are feeling.

I am empathetic to the feelings. The feelings are real and visceral, and I get it. But as a leader, I need to act in a way that looks for solutions, more viable long-term solutions that truly create more places to live. The issue is a simple one. However, the solution is enormously complex. The goal is more places for people to live. When the supply increases, competition increases and rational market forces stabilize rents and prevent landlords from simply raising rents.

Now let’s tell each other the truth. We need to build more housing, and the private sector alone can’t

San Diego homes (Photo credit © Can Stock Photo / cmcderm1) build enough, and when it can build, it can’t do it fast enough. This is an issue where government has an important role to play in providing financing and making publicly owned land available. It needs to streamline the permit process and more importantly, it needs to act with both incentives as well as limitations that together move the needle. Government has a role to play in providing tenant protections and adequate enforcement. It is carrot and stick, as well as playing referee. And there is no silver bullet.

If we repeal CostaHawkins, new housing construction could decline.

More importantly, local jurisdictions will behave in their own interests, not in a coherent statewide effort.

There will be local battles, and we need to consider what is always lurking — unintended consequences.

Repealed at the state level, the issue will consume local

politics with time, money and litigation. No winners.

And this distraction will cause us to lose our focus on building more housing — particularly on the need for density along transit corridors. In addition, rent control would set up a new government bureaucracy at a time when local governments don’t have enough resources as it is.

Real leadership is about taking a stand on controversial issues and then working together to find real solutions. I oppose Proposition 10.

I am committed to partnering with my Council members and mayor, as well as our other local, state and federal legislators, housing experts and housing advocates. Let’s work together to identify solutions and implement them.

—Barbara Bry is a member of the San Diego City Council, representing District 1.v

Voting to save the planet

Let’s forget about partisan political bickering for a moment and instead help save your health, my health, and indeed all life on earth by believing in the impact of human activities resulting in calamitous climate change. I suspect we have all personally noticed it … contaminated food supplies, ever increasing numbers of displaced and desperate refugees worldwide, unusually hot summers along with record-breaking fires here in California and elsewhere, severe draughts, “record-breaking” storms with devastating flooding, along with disturbing reports of growing species extinctions worldwide! Clearly these consequences are related to man's contributions to worldwide climate change. Meanwhile this administration aggressively censors scientific evidence and climate research, allows toxins in our air and water, promotes “clean” coal and other environmental pollutants in our food supplies, the air we breathe, and water we drink. Most of these mindless governmental policies are driven by the needs for corporate “health” in favored industries not for the health of our citizens. Our government and our future should not be for sale for the benefit of corporate cronies! We all must recognize the consequences of ignoring climate changes throughout the world and act before it’s too late.

This is not the time to be ignorant, silent or “too busy” to act when our very lives are in peril. We all need to fully understand the environmental convictions of every candidate running for election this November instead of assuming “the best.” Speak loudly with your vote this November for the sake of our planet and your health too!

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Protecting our local environment City Attorney news Mara W. Elliott Clear coastal waters, breathtaking beaches, and rugged desert trails are just a few of the natural features that define San Diego and draw people here from all over the world. As City Attorney, I work to protect our environment by fighting for tough laws and holding violators accountable. I count you as a partner in this effort.

As you read these highlights of the work my office does, remember: We need you to speak up when you see potential environmental violations. I’ve included reporting information below: Water pollution. Our office is suing Monsanto, the chemical manufacturing behemoth, for the polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in San Diego Bay and the waterways leading to it.

Monsanto manufactured PCBs for years despite overwhelming evidence of their public health risk. In August, a judge allowed our claim to move forward, bringing us one step closer to ensuring the company pays to clean up our watershed and bay.

Lead paint. Our office is part of statewide coalition of prosecutors that won a long-running case against paint manufacturers that knowingly sold toxic lead paint to California families. Lead, when ingested by children, can damage the central nervous system and cause lifelong learning disabilities. The companies tried to appeal this decision to the United States Supreme Court, but the court wouldn’t take the case. The companies must now pay into a $409 million fund to remove toxic lead paint from affected homes, including many in San Diego.

Illegal dumping. Lead paint can also contaminate our rivers and ocean. A citizen complaint led our office to successfully prosecute a Riverside Countybased painting company that power-washed painted curbs in Del Cerro, allowing toxic paint chips to flow into the street and storm drains. Two employees and the CEO were ordered to pay more than $12,000 in fines and restitution, and perform community work service.

Hazardous waste. The unlawful handling of hazardous waste puts us all at risk.

That’s why my office joined 21 other prosecuting agencies in a successful lawsuit against Whole Foods, which was illegally disposing of hazardous waste in our landfills. With inadequate safety protocols to protect customers, employees, or the public, Whole Foods improperly disposed of ignitable liquids, cleaning agents, aerosol products, and other flammable, reactive, toxic, and corrosive materials, at its California facilities. Stores in Hillcrest and UTC were implicated in the complaint. San Diego will receive more than $110,000 in civil penalties, including funds to support the work of the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health.

Wildlife poaching. Our office also targets individuals who harm the environment. Within the past two years, we have prosecuted more than 15 marine wildlife poachers, many of them repeat offenders poaching lobster and abalone in protected areas. Citizens reported them to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and we brought them to justice. A portion of the damages we collect go toward critical preservation efforts.

You can help. To strengthen our ability to enforce environmental regulations, I recently created the Nuisance Abatement Unit to oversee cases related to illegal dumping, hazardous waste, fish and wildlife, illegal grading, lead paint, and the destruction of environmentally sensitive lands.

You can report environmental violations to our Nuisance Abatement Unit by contacting us at 619-5335500, cityattorney@sandiego.gov, or https://www.sandiego.gov/cityattorney/ divisions/communityjustice/nau.

Whether we are taking on powerful interests accustomed to operating above the law, or prosecuting individuals who threaten our precious ocean ecology, my office is committed to protecting the environment for the safety and enjoyment of all.

—Mara W. Elliott was elected City Attorney of San Diego in 2016 after serving as the chief deputy attorney for the Office’s Public Services Section and legal adviser to the city’s Independent Audit Committee and Environment Committee. Mara and the lawyers in her section held polluters accountable, reformed city contracting, cut administrative red tape, and strengthened the city’s Living Wage and Non-Discrimination in Contracting ordinances.v

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Love shouldn’t hurt

District Attorney News 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.

I always tell people, “Love shouldn’t hurt.”

Unfortunately, not everyone agrees with that since there are about 17,000 domestic violence incidents reported to police every year in San Diego County. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is every October, I would like to spend some time on this topic.

This year, we are focusing on an outreach campaign called “Now is the Time,” which goes beyond raising awareness. It also gives tools to victims, witnesses and offenders to take action, to get help and to make a difference.

Together with the San Diego Domestic Violence Council, the DA’s Office is working to provide the community with a better understanding of how to recognize domestic violence and what to do about it. Around

San Diego County, you’ll see billboards directed at domestic violence victims, offenders, and those who see something happening in their community or with their loved ones.

The message is: Get support: Tell a trusted friend or loved one about the abuse.

Help a friend: Ask, “Are you OK?” and tell them, “You deserve to feel comfortable in your relationship, let’s help you safely get out.”

Recognize the signs: withdrawal, physical injuries, controlling behavior, neglect, and isolation from friends and family.

Take action: Call a hotline to get connected with help and resources 1-800-799-7233.

We want victims to know that help is available to get them out of an abusive relationship and provide protection. We also want friends, families and co-workers to know there is a way they can support someone who is experiencing abuse, and offenders need to know it is possible to stop the cycle of violence.

Last year, our office received 6,859 domestic violence cases for review.

A bright spot in the figures show that domestic violence homicide is down. Last year, seven people were killed by their

intimate partner, down from 12 the year before and 16 in 2015 – a 50 percent drop in a two-year period.

But, even though deaths are down, one person killed is too many.

My office has a Family Protection Division dedicated to prosecuting family violence cases from intimate partner homicide to child abuse and elder abuse.

Prosecutors and investigators in this unit work closely with countywide law enforcement and community groups to stop the violence, to make victims safer, and to hold abusers accountable.

Remember, domestic violence tears families apart and is the single greatest cause of injury to women in the United States.

If you or someone you know is being abused, call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).

—District Attorney Summer Stephan has dedicated more than 28 years to serving justice and victims of crime as prosecutor. She is a national leader in fighting sex crimes and human trafficking and in creating smart and fair criminal justice solutions and restorative justice practices that treat the underlying causes of addiction and mental illness and that keep young people from being incarcerated.v

6 SMART HOME ESSENTIALS With so many devices and home automation available these days, turning your house into a smart home is easier than you might think. But, there are some things to keep in mind when deciding which devices are essential – and what kind of internet service you’ll need to maximize your smart home experience.

• Smart Search entertainment. There are many options to watch TV and stream content online, and Cox’s Contour TV service brings smart search options, Netflix integration, a voice-controlled remote, and cool apps together into one service that is easy to navigate. Speak into the remote to find the programming you want to watch – use a famous movie quote, the title of a show, a genre, or the name of an actor. You can even say “free movies,” and available titles in the On Demand library will pop up.

Just as important as the devices you select is the internet service you choose.

• A home speaker that doubles as a virtual assistant. Current models can answer questions, turn on lights, play video, access virtual assistants like Siri or Alexa, share weather and news updates, act as a timer, and play music on demand. Some models even help you shop online.

• Home cameras. The latest in home monitoring such as Cox Homelife allows for remote live video viewing from your smartphone, video recording and customizable notifications.

• Smart lights. Replace existing light bulbs with energy efficient bulbs that can be controlled remotely with a few taps on your smartphone or tablet. Cox Homelife has an automation feature to control indoor and outdoor lights, bringing you (and your pet) peace of mind while you’re away from home, as well as saving energy and money.

• Smart locks. Remotely control doors in your home. Features can include voice commands, customized chimes, activity logs, integration with other smart devices, and special codes for friends, dog walkers, and deliveries.

• Smart thermostats. Programmable thermostats allow you to remotely turn the air and heat in your home up and down, and on and off. Save money and energy, and arrive to a warm or cool home.

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In San Diego, Cox Communications recently doubled internet download speeds automatically for the majority of its customers at no additional charge. Preferred, the company’s most popular tier of service, is now up to 100 Mbps, while Essential and Starter, which are ideal for lighter users with one to five devices connected to the home network, doubled to 30 Mbps and 10 Mbps, respectively.

For households with multiple family members who want to connect dozens of devices simultaneously, are heavy gamers or have the need for the fastest speeds around, Cox’s Gigablast service offers download speeds of 1 gigabit (1,000 Mbps).

Take a short quiz on the speed advisor at www.cox.com to determine which speed is right for your household.

Cox is also improving the in-home internet experience with Panoramic WiFi, which provides “wall-to-wall” WiFi coverage so you have a connection wherever you may roam in your smart home.

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Orchids & Onions

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JACK BERKMAN

Downtown projects garner bouquet of orchids from San Diego Architectural Foundation

By B. J. Coleman Downtown San Diego received cascades of recognition and praise for recent development projects at the San Diego Architectural Foundation’s (SDAF) 42nd annual Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony on Oct. 4. Assembly member Todd Gloria served as emcee during the evening ceremony, sharing award announcements with SDAF presenters handing out 20 awards. The event was held at the U.S. Grant Hotel, which once earned an Orchid award for its historical renovations and restoration.

This program educates and encourages discussion about the built environment in San

The new Superior Court of California, in the heart of Downtown, received an Orchid award for architecture recognizing designer/architect Javier Arizmendi. (Courtesy of Bruce Damonte)

Diego County, with a special emphasis on engaging members of the public outside the design and architecture industries.

The festive, convivial gathering kicked off with mingling, sampling small-bite appetizers from the Grant Hotel kitchen, and imbibing beverages that included the event’s signature vodka-based cocktail garnished with an orchid. The pre-ceremony business mixer also featured a building-hat contest.

A total of 118 nominations were under consideration by this year’s SDAF panel of nine jurors, who judged the nominated projects. The juror panelists, mostly drawn from architecture and design professions, were: Jennifer Ayala, Roxanna Kreisler, Jorge Gracia, Andrew Malick, Amelia Capron, JT Barr, Mary Michaelsen, James E. Watts, and Jason Anderson.

Architect Laura Warner was chairing the Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony for the first time.

“I am very excited to be chairing this event,” Warner said. “This is about recognizing inspiring design, committing ourselves to the craft, and pushing the information and discussion out to the public.

Organizing this event takes a lot of work from many volunteers, but this is definitely worth it to put the effort in.”

Sixteen nominees earned Orchids as winners for outstanding design and construction. Four of the awards were Onions, defined as “missed

Five of the nine jurors who selected winners and losers for the San Diego Architectural Foundation’s 42nd annual Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony, held at the U.S. Grant Hotel on Oct. 4. (Photo by B. J. Coleman)

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Pacific Gate statue and surrounding plaza received an Orchid award for public art, for its airy structure and multicultural references. (Courtesy of Ian Patzke Photography)

opportunities” for what might have been superior project implementation.

Downtown San Diego architecture and art garnered fully half, eight of the Orchids. The prized recognition as an Orchid award-winner went to projects the juror panelists found notable for a sense of place relevant to San Diego 2018, “place making” within the existing context, innovations, and benefits to individuals, the community and civic pride.

Juror Mary Michaelsen, a senior interior designer, described some of the criteria for judging among the nominated projects.

“I examine my personal feeling as I approach the space and experience a connection to the space,” Michaelsen said.

“And as visiting jurors we have dialogue about what everyone is feeling.”

In the entryway to Downtown, the Pacific Gate statue and surrounding plaza received an Orchid for public art, for its airy structure and multicultural references.

The new Superior Court of California, in the heart of Downtown, received an Orchid for architecture recognizing designer/architect Javier Arizmendi. The IDEA 1 Mixed Use Project on Park Boulevard took an Orchid for urban design, acknowledging designer/ architect Ben Dalton.

San Diego International Airport’s Terminal 2 Parking Plaza was another Orchid winner for public art, for the outstanding use of the building’s exterior by artist Mark Reigelman. Africa Rocks! at the San Diego Zoo won for landscape architecture, with nods to Quince Farm Studio and ELM Environments.

Projects in Little Italy took home three Orchids. The newly developed Bayside Fire Station #2, from designer/architect Rob Wellington Quigley, won for architecture. Two new restaurants received Orchids for interior design. Those winners were Nolita Hall (from architect/designer Tecture) and Born and Raised Restaurant (by architect/designer Paul Basile/ BASILE Studio).

The Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony is one of four big events staged by the San Diego Architectural Foundation each year.

—B. J. Coleman is a local freelance journalist and editor/staff reporter with 22nd District Legionnaire. B.J. can be reached at bjcjournalist@ gmail.com.v

Fellow in the Society, which is the highest honor received in this organization.

“Along the way I have been very involved in many non-profit boards,” Berkman said. “I’ve had the great satisfaction of working in this community with so many great organizations.”

upmost respect for truth and transparency,” Falkenthal said.

Along with the many awards and accolades that Berkman has received throughout his career, Falkenthal said that Berkman’s greatest asset is his generosity, and that the Press Club is one of the many recipients of that generosity.

“Jack immediately joined the Press Club upon his arrival to San Diego in 1973,” Falkenthal said. “Jack served as this organization’s first non-journalist president, which means he was elected by the journalists in this club. He’s given time over the years since as master of ceremonies, auctioneer and he has attended and Jack Berkman, CEO and President of participated in too maBerkman Strategic Communications ny programs to count.” received the prestigious Andy Mace Award With the PRSA and for Outstanding Contribution to Public the PRSA San Diego and Imperial Counties, Relations at the 45th Annual San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards Falkenthal said that on Oct. 30. (Courtesy of Jack Berkman) Berkman has year after year, participated as a presentation analyst, a In the early ’80s, Berkman program mentor and he has recognized the importance of always been a “cheerleader for working with the journalism inspiring PR pros.” community. He worked with “Let’s face it. There are the press in television, radio, many journalists that asand especially print. pire to become one of us,” “I became very involved Falkenthal said. “Jack will in the Press Club in many take every single call he gets ways because it was importfrom a journalist for advice. ant to all of us, and it felt He hired and trained more PR good,” Berkman said. “And people in San Diego, including Andy [Mace] was a pillar in transitioning journalists than the Press Club. We worked anyone else I can remember. together for a long time. I had He never sees you [journalsuch a high regard for Andy. ists] as competition. He alI think one of the reasons I ways knows there is room for respected Andy so much was good work, no matter what. his extraordinary demeanor.

He is a savvy modern commu- He was always a gentleman, nicator in every way. He is ala rather low-key guy and he so a very human being. I can helped create a good underthink of no one who is a better standing in the relationship representative of the public between public relations and relations profession, and Jack, its community and the workwe have been very fortunate ing press. And so much for to have you as a leader for the who he stood for as a person Press Club throughout the with integrity, trust, a man current modern era.” of his word and he had a Berkman is a national commitment in making the multi-award-winning PR/ Press Club as good of an orgacommunications and brandnization as it could be. When ing firm representing some of he passed on it was not only the most prestigious clients a loss for the Press Club but in their respective fields, refor the entire public relations gionally and nationally. He community and all those that started his own small public he touched during his life.” relations agency in the late Berkman said he loves ’70s and later partnered with what he does and strives to do Dick Daniels. They specialit at the highest level. He said ized in the real estate indushe has no plans on stopping try. He later moved out on his his passion for public relations own again, starting Berkman until the day comes when he Strategic Communications. just cannot do it anymore.

“Berkman and Daniels be“For me, this is a singular came a household word in PR honor. I am extraordinarily and advertising world, repreproud that this organization, senting 20 development comwhich I have supported and panies in Southern California believed in for many years and grew it into the largest has chosen me for an award firm in San Diego,” Berkman that stand for what Andy said.

Mace stood for. That, to me, Thriving through four reis a feeling that is hard to decessions, and many changes, scribe in terms of gratitude,” Berkman passed his accrediBerkman said. tation for the Public Relations Society of America in 1975 —Albert can be reached at and in 2012 was inducted as a albert@sdcnn.com.v

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‘I will live’

Downtown resident chosen as honorary breast cancer survivor for the 2018 Komen San Diego Race Race for the Cure Honorary Breast Cancer Survivor. This Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray has year’s 22nd annual Race for advice for women about breast the Cure will be held in Balboa cancer: “Information is key.”

Park on Sunday, Nov. 4.

She counsels that women Vanvieldt-Gray was tapped should assess their risk factors, to be Honorary Survivor in especially through investigatApril, with duties that include ing family history of cancer representing the Komen San diagnoses. She further advises Diego organization in media that women practice monthly appearances and addressing self-examinations and schedule women with information about annual mammograms. breast cancer treatments, inVanvieldt-Gray knows what cluding how to manage and she speaks about. She was disurvive the disease. agnosed with breast cancer in Doing self-exams regularly July 2017. Today, she is serving since she turned 33, she began as the 2018 Komen San Diego having an annual mammogram every year after her 40th birthday.

After a couple of false positives for breast cancer, she thought little of another report of “suspicious” tissue detected in mid-2017, with a subsequent biopsy recommended.

She experienced no symptoms and had no pain, but she did have breast cancer. (l to r) Shaina Gross, president and CEO of Susan One in 8 womG. Komen San Diego, with Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray, the en overall will be 2018 Komen San Diego Race for the Cure Honorary diagnosed with Breast Cancer Survivor, wearing pink, the color of breast cancer. One the day acknowledging efforts to fight breast cancer. out of 100 men will

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have the disease. Statistics for African-American women are both better and worse — 1 in 9 develop breast cancer; however, the disease survival rate is substantially lower.

“This is no longer a death sentence,” Vanvieldt-Gray said.

“I want women to not be afraid.

You can beat this.”

She particularly wants women to be unafraid of mammograms. Early detection of breast cancer increases survival rates and lessens the difficulties of treatment and cure.

She noted that, prior to her diagnosis, she was ignorant about her own significant risk factors for developing breast cancer. For one thing, Vanvieldt-Gray has dense breasts, which increases probable development of the disease.

She thought that because her mother had never experienced breast cancer, her own chances were low, too, but her aunt had ovarian and breast cancer during the 1960s and her grandfather, uncle, father and brother all developed prostate cancer. As it turns out, Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray carries the BRCA II gene, which greatly increases cancer risk, and her family’s history of cancer suggested the likelihood of genetic factors. The mutation increases risk of breast cancer by 45 to 65 percent “This disease absolutely shakes you down to the core,” Vanvieldt-Gray said. “This rocks you. You wonder, how much time do I have? And I wanted immediate intervention, to get started on getting rid of the disease.”

Oncology caregiver support staffers explained that this response is common and normal, although there are protocols to be followed for the best treatment of breast cancer.

Vanvieldt-Gray went through a course of chemotherapy, followed by a double mastectomy six months later.

Adriamycin and Taxol were the drugs that helped shrink her tumor. She lost her hair, her nails turned black, and she suffered neuropathy. She completed radiation sessions on June 8.

Vanvieldt-Gray attended last year’s Komen San Diego walk, which she described as the second-best day of her life, after the day she married her husband.

The subsequent news is good for Vanvieldt-Gray. She stated that she is adjusting to a “new normal” in her life.

“This is a horrible illness, which I’d like to see erased in the next 10 years,” she said.

“This has a terrible impact on people’s lives. It affects the whole family.” Vanvieldt-Gray observed that the solution would come in the form of several cures. “There is no single cure.”

Shaina Gross, president and CEO of Susan G. Komen San Diego, added perspective.

She said she expected around 8,500 people to attend the 2018 Race for the Cure on Nov. 4.

Most of the money raised will stay within San Diego. The funds pay for free mammogram screenings and support activities for women in financial need while undergoing breast cancer treatment and recovery. Gross said the statistic that 41,000

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Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray, the 2018 Komen San Diego Race for the Cure Honorary Breast Cancer Survivor.

The 22nd annual Race for the Cure will be held Sunday, Nov. 4, in Balboa Park. (Photos by B. J. Coleman) individuals die each year from breast cancer is unacceptable.

Gross said that four keys are essential in fighting breast cancer: “Know your risks, get screening, know what is normal for you, and maintain a healthy way of living.”

Vanvieldt-Gray is sponsoring this year’s Survivor Tent at the event.

“This is encouraging, empowering, positive and uplifting,” she said. “This is about celebrating life.”

“Come celebrate with us,” Gross said.

Vanvieldt-Gray and her husband, Douglas Gray, are longtime residents of Downtown San Diego.

—B. J. Coleman is a local freelance journalist and editor/ staff reporter with 22nd District Legionnaire. B.J. can be reached at bjcjournalist@gmail.com.v

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East Village Biz News Anne Marbarger More than 2,000 passionate community members are registered for the sixth annual Padres Pedal the Cause coming up on Saturday, Nov. 17, at Petco Park. Join the one-of-akind experience on center field and help make a difference fighting cancer in our community. Padres Pedal offers fun for the whole family, beginning with four cycling routes that cross the Coronado Bay Bridge (25, 55, 88 and 100 miles), stationary spin classes live on the third base line, a superhero-themed kids challenge, and a family-friendly 5K along the

Embarcadero. Participants can choose their favorite way of taking action in the fight for a world without cancer.

All roads lead to Petco Park where participants cross the finish line on center field and enjoy a host of complimentary post-event activities, including massage, physical therapy, a shower in the San Diego Padres locker room, live music, kids games and best of all, unlimited food and beverages. Padres Pedal the Cause is proud to partner with the East Village Association in hosting a Taste of East Village during the event, which will feature our community’s finest food and beverage partners. Enjoy tastes of Beshock Ramen, Social Tap Eatery, Amplified Ale Works, Bub’s, Tavern and Bowl, and

Padres Pedal offers fun for the whole family, beginning with four cycling routes that cross the Coronado Bay Bridge (Photos courtesy of Padres Pedal the Cause)

other San Diego favorites as you sip on local beers and spirits from Ballast Point, Pizza Port, Cosa Salvaje Tequila, Malahat Spirits and others.

Why Pedal? The purpose behind this exceptional event is to raise money to fund cancer research taking place right here in San Diego. Every participant who rides, runs, spins, or dines at the event generates funding that’s donated 100 percent to four San Diego

powerhouse institutions: Rady Children’s Hospital, Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health, Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute. Over the past five years, Padres Pedal has donated $7.1 million to support research at these institutions, with $2.4 million coming from last year’s event alone.

Each year, the organization awards the funding to projects

that team basic scientists with clinical care providers through a collaborative approach aimed at accelerating cures from bench to bedside. Padres Pedal has a goal of raising $3 million this year and is on track to have its biggest year yet to fund even more lifesaving cancer research in our community.

We all know someone who is touched by cancer and Padres Pedal the Cause provides an opportunity to support local organizations that are changing the course of cancer. Everyone can join the festivities on Nov. 17: register, donate, purchase meal tickets, and learn more at gopedal.org.

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SDCNN wins six San Diego Press Club awards

On Tuesday, Oct. 30 nearly 500 members of the press gathered at the Joe & Vi Jacobs Center at Market Creek for the 45th Annual San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards.

More than 400 awards were given out to local magazines, non-daily newspapers, online and daily newspapers, trade publications, podcasts, radio stations, television channels and their writers, reporters, editors, broadcasters, and photographers.

The San Diego Community News Network (SDCNN) earned six awards in total under Non-daily newspapers categories.

Albert Fulcher, editor of Gay San Diego and the San Diego Downtown News, earned two awards. The first was for

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Art of landscaping

Art on the land Delle Willett Growing up in Colorado, Marcie Harris loved art, drawing, gardening, hiking, biking and just being outdoors. And when searching for a career, she asked her aunt, “If you could do anything, what would it be?” Her aunt replied, “a landscape architect.”

“I happened to be at the right school, Colorado State University (CSU), where they had a great program and the more I learned about it, the more I realized it was a perfect match for what I wanted to dedicate myself to,” Harris said.

Not widely recognized in our society, landscape architecture is a very rewarding career. Depending on a person’s interests, there are many different directions to take such as urban design, city planning, small or large development and more.

“I think landscape architecture is going to become more important as we respond to climate change. Hopefully our profession can lead teams towards creative solutions to preserve our planet and change the way we develop,” Harris said.

After graduating from CSU in 1998, Harris moved to Laguna Beach to work at SWA Group, an international landscape architecture planning and urban design firm, as a

The Quad, a state-of-the-art student housing complex adjacent to California State University San Marcos (Photo courtesy of Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture)

Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture renovated the Baca residence landscaping including a pool, spa, dining/lounge space with a firepit and water features. (Photo courtesy of Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture)

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Downtown should look to its past to give parks a new identity

Landscape architect seeks creative solutions to change the look of development project designer. During those two years, she fell in love with the ocean and Southern California. From there, she moved to San Diego to work at Spurlock Poirier Landscape Architects for four years.

Next, she took some time off to travel and live in Mexico City, studying the language and culture. On her return, friends started asking if she wanted to work on projects, so she decided to start her own firm, Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture in 2004. “It happened organically,” she said.

What Harris likes most about being a landscape architect is seeing things get built, working on teams and coming up with creative solutions.

She has had the pleasure of working with Yuko Sugiyama since 2007 and they are a great team.

“Yuko is smart, detailed, the most positive person I know and has endless energy,” Harris said. “I like designing with her, our energy and the efficiency of our office.”

Harris enjoys designing projects in a variety of scales and collaborating with architects and builders. “I think I’m a good listener and try and make each project meaningful. I love planting design and enjoy when a client or project pushes us to do something new,” Harris said.

Harris’ vision is that people have a heightened experience and spend more time living outdoors on their projects.

“The biggest compliment you can get is people really using and enjoying the space you designed,” she continued.

To achieve that, they design spaces very pragmatically, paying close attention to the architecture and the larger context, “but we intuitively have an artistic approach.”

Harris believes their work can be subtle and isn’t over-designed.

“We like to design spaces to be timeless, not trendy,’ she said. “We pay close attention to the scale and feel of the space and try to complement the surroundings. We are always considering the longevity, maintenance and sustainability of our design but strive to keep the design fresh and fun.”

Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture has a varied

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Marcie Harris, Marcie Harris Landscape Architecture founder (Photo by Tuananh Nguyen)

portfolio that includes residential and public spaces.

A favorite is the Baca residence, where her firm renovated the landscape including a pool, spa, dining/lounge space with a firepit and water features.

Harris worked closely with the owner, a flower distributor, who has a great appreciation for plants. Each planting combination was carefully considered to make it interesting, cohesive and drought tolerant.

The firm achieved creating distinctive plant vignettes that complement the space, context, and enhance one’s experience throughout the site.

Another favorite is the Quad, a state-of-the-art student housing complex adjacent to California State University San Marcos.

Harris worked with Safdie Rabines Architects, a frequent collaborator. The courtyard is graphic and visually interesting to look down on and invites students to spend time outside. Colorful succulents, native plants and shade trees soften the site and create respite. Shared common spaces include a central lawn, pool terrace, outdoor BBQ area, long seat walls and numerous café tables for gathering and studying.

Life is busy with business, her husband (Edd, a marketing professional), and her two young boys (2 and 5) but she tries to make time for herself each day. The early morning is a precious time for her, walking in her North Park neighborhood or practicing yoga.

“This is a contemplative time and an important part of my design process; having some down time allows good ideas to flow,” Harris said.

“I’m also always looking closely at the landscape on my walks. Seeing how plants grow in a garden setting definitely influences how I approach planting design.”

Not sure where she will be in 10 years, for the moment she is focused on the present.

“But I’m sure I will be practicing, I love what I do,” Harris concluded.

To see Marcie’s portfolio, visit marcieharris.com.

—Delle Willett has been a marketing and public relations professional for over 30 years, with an emphasis on conservation of the environment. She can be reached at dellewillett@ gmail.com.v

Downtown San Diego is obsessed with new. A recent building boom in East Village and the Columbia District has dotted the skyline with modern residential high rises, attracting thousands of new residents. This, in turn, has ushered in the latest wave of food, beverage, and entertainment options, some of which have already come and gone.

Yet, what is new eventually becomes old, as we have seen with Horton Plaza. Thirty years ago, Horton Plaza opened to large crowds and rave reviews of its cutting-edge urban design. Now, it is a ghost town that is scheduled to be redeveloped by Stockdale Capital Partners into a state-of-the-art office and retail complex.

This emphasis on the new obscures the fact that Downtown San Diego is the true historic heart of the region. Sure, the Spanish were the first to establish a settlement along the river that later became a U.S. military outpost, but there were never more than a few hundred people living in Old Town. It was the vision of Alonzo Horton to create a “new town” along the harbor that gave birth to the San Diego of today.

In our modern metropolis, we have only a few places to connect to history. Potential destinations for Downtown San Diego are our parks and public spaces. Though often overlooked, Pantoja Park, Amici Park, and Gaslamp Quarter Park hold a significant place in our local history. Did you know that Pantoja Park predates Horton’s founding of San Diego (it was the town square of William Heath Davis’ failed development)? That the corner of Date and State streets, the present location of Amici Park, was the social and cultural center of Little Italy? Or that, in his old age, Horton used to sit in a wagon at the foot of Fifth Avenue (what is now Gaslamp Quarter Park) and welcome visitors to “his” town?

Visiting these locations, there is little to remind us of this rich history. In our embrace of the new, we have too often lost sight of what has come before. Substantive change to our public spaces is needed for us to reclaim our shared history. Merely adding a plaque or a statue is not

enough; we must transform the design of our Downtown parks.

Interactive water features have been a hit at the county Waterfront Park and should be incorporated into Pantoja Park, with a historic twist to reference the efforts of women in the 1880s who carried water in tin buckets to nurture the trees that grace the park today.

Removing some of the barriers within Amici Park and integrating the different elements would allow children, dog owners, and older residents to connect with one another, just as they did in the days when the Washington Street School, Our Lady of the Rosary, and Bayside Social Center were the focal points of the community.

Even the simple addition of patio tables and chairs would greatly enhance the friendliness of Gaslamp Quarter Park.

It is unlikely that change will happen without initiative from residents. As part of its Parks Master Plan update, the city of San Diego is gathering input in person and online to explore the needs and priorities of park users. Downtown residents can call attention to the need for upgrades to Pantoja, Amici, and Gaslamp Quarter parks, as well as participate in upcoming workshops, to envision the long-term future of their parks.

Another option is to adopt a conservancy model to manage Downtown parks and raise money for their improvements. While this is commonly done for larger parks, including our own Balboa Park, strong management is needed for all parks, especially given the particular challenges Downtown parks face.

Horton Plaza may point the way forward. While the mall awaits a new makeover, the adjacent park blends the old and the new by honoring Irving Gill’s historic fountain, as well as creating an updated common for residents and visitors to Downtown. Though more still needs to be done to elevate Horton Plaza Park to its earlier prominence, the park evokes a sense of history that is missing from many of our public spaces.

—Tim Briggs is pursuing a master’s in city planning from San Diego State University. He was a graduate fellow at the Downtown San Diego Partnership, where he researched and analyzed public spaces in Downtown San Diego.v

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Little Italy neighborhood kicks off the holiday season Little Italy News Christopher Gomez The holiday season calls for sweet treats, cozy sweaters, quality time with loved ones and family-friendly holiday events! This season, celebrate the holidays with the Little Italy Association of San Diego (LIA). The LIA has no shortage of events that will put attendees in the holiday spirit!

Little Italy is kicking off the festivities with Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 24 and the Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village on Saturday, Dec. 1. The San Diego community is invited to jumpstart their holiday shopping early in one of city’s most popular neighborhoods.

During Small Business Saturday, shoppers can grab a Shop Local, Shop Small passport listing out all participating businesses. Little Italy’s favorite gift shops, chic boutiques, and vintage stores will extend their hours and offer great deals and discounts.

Visitors can peruse the unique boutiques offering vintage furniture, home décor, handmade jewelry and clothing for your loved ones — making finding a unique Christmas gift for your loved ones a breeze while also supporting local businesses!

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Santa travels through Little Italy in a horse-drawn carriage. (Photos by Little Italy Association of San Diego)

The seasonal celebrations continue with the 20th anniversary of the Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village on Saturday, Dec. 1, transforming the neighborhood into a winter wonderland filled with delightful décor and holiday cheer. The Little Italy streets will feature twinkling lights, 10-foot-tall nutcrackers on street corners, Christmas carolers, live entertainment, horsedrawn carriages, photo ops with Santa, arts and crafts for kids and much more, creating a magical Christmas evening for friends and families to enjoy.

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towering 25-foot-tall tree decorated with more than 1,100 beautiful poinsettias, located in the center of the Piazza Basilone and a permanent 20-foot-tall live tree in the Piazza della Famiglia that will be lit up at 6:30 p.m. The poinsettia tree is sourced from local farmers and the LIA invites the community to sponsor poinsettia plants to build the tree.

In addition to the spectacular decorations and beautiful displays, the Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village is yet another chance for locals and visitors to pick up the perfect holiday gifts. The community can walk through the Christmas Village and grab seasonal items like holiday treats and one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers from select Little Italy Mercato vendors and seasonal vendors.

There are also plenty of holiday activities for the kids happening throughout the Christmas Village. At “Santa’s Living Room,” the little ones can read their wish lists and snap a photo with Santa until 6 p.m. After chatting with Santa, kids head next door to participate in a variety of fun arts and craft activities!

From finding unique treasures on Small Business Saturday to walking through a winter wonderland in San Diego at the Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village, attendees can anticipate a thrilling festive season in Little Italy!

To stay connected with Little Italy, check out what’s going on in the neighborhood by following the community on Instagram and Twitter: @LittleItalySD and Facebook: LittleItalySD. To learn more things happening in the neighborhood, visit LittleItalySD.com.

—Christopher Gomez has been Little Italy’s district manager since 2000. Reach him at chris@littleitalysd.com.v

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Little Italy Heritage Tom Cesarini Today’s Little Italy has become a neighborhood with mass appeal through its myriad food establishments and cultural offerings.

To add to the region’s cultural and artistic fare, Little Italy will soon be featuring a concert series. Convivio will produce Stellar Sounds Outdoor Concerts and bring an array of musical talent to Amici Park.

We are proud to present our first concert next May featuring “Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA.” For nearly 25 years, Arrival From Sweden has captivated audiences and sold out arenas worldwide. Pre-sale tickets for this performance will be available later this month.

Stellar Sounds Outdoor Concerts will run May through October and will include a new outdoor performance venue at Amici Park and located in the heart of the Italian quarter's cultural scene (including the new Piazza della Famiglia and Amici House Cultural and Visitor Center).

The venue will feature different types of seating and experiences including VIP lounge seating and VIP table seating (along with dinner by RoVino), bistro table-style seating, and regular seating. Hotel packages will also be available through our

sponsors, Doubletree Hilton and Porto Vista, to create a special evening of music and hospitality.

Our objectives are to bring quality musical talent to Little Italy to include all genres of music (while also featuring Italian and Italian American artists) to appeal to a wide audience and expose San Diego residents and visitors to music, arts, and culture under the stars.

Our goals are to contribute to and enhance our city's cultural landscape through a large-scale concert series, and to raise funds to benefit Convivio arts, culture, and education programs and also benefit our partner, Washington Elementary School Foundation (for the school's homeless children — 25 percent of the school population).

To complement the concert — as part of our Films al Fresco series of outdoor movies also held at Amici Park — we will be screening “Mamma Mia!” and its sequel in the months leading up to the concert to get everyone ready for the spectacular show!

For more information and to get pre-sale tickets later this month, go to conviviosociety.org.

Get social. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @conviviosociety.

—Tom Cesarini is the executive director of Convivio.

Reach him at tom@conviviosociety.org.v

Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA coming Cinco de Mayo to Amici Park. A Swedish band, a Mexican celebration, and only in Little Italy.

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San Diego’s style guy Fashion Files Diana Cavagnaro Leonard Simpson’s name is synonymous with fashion in San Diego and has been a prominent fashion expert here and throughout the nation for over two decades. His expertise is legendary in film, television, theater, and the fashion industry. It all began when he was 15 years old, dreaming of working in theater and fashion production. He went on to study design, lighting, and theater in New York, graduating with a degree in fashion and theater production. He interned with professionals in the field and attended as many shows as possible to learn the craft.

Simpson began his business in jewelry just by accident.

One day he was driving to Los Angeles and stopped in a store that was going out of business in Laguna Beach. They had buttons from France, which he thought would be great for earrings, so he bought everything in the store for $600. He developed a line and brought them to Saks Fifth Avenue to sell.

Its fashion director, Barbara Zobell, took them to the buyer who bought them and filled the jewelry cases in New York and here in San Diego. He was also able to sell them to boutiques throughout the U.S. starting with Capriccio’s in La Jolla.

Burl Stiff wrote an article after seeing supermodel Travis Vardell modeling Simpson’s jewelry. Stiff was so impressed that he wrote a full-page article in the arts section of the Union Tribune. At the same time, Bob Mackie saw the earrings at Saks and asked Simpson to design jewelry to match his gowns. The next exciting

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More of Leonard Simpson’s LGS Couture Jewelry moment in his career was when Diana Ross wore his earrings, along with Bob Mackie’s gowns, for her concerts.

This was around the time that Simpson started Fashion Forward, which is a full theatrical production company designed for runways. Pat O’Connor, who was CEO of Fashion Career College (FCC), gave him his first opportunity to produce a fashion show in San Diego. He developed this show and called it the “Golden Hanger’s” for FCC. He now had three jobs: designing earrings, a personal stylist and a fashion show producer. Locally, he began doing “Style Spots” on NBC, CBS, and ABC before he was referred to KUSI to start doing weekly TV segments.

He became known as the “San Diego Style Guy” producing weekly segments for the next 10 years working with Sandra Mass. KUSI is a generous supporter of local charities and boutiques in San Diego.

Kimberly Hunt (ABC 10) was responsible for getting him to do “Oscar Live on the Red Carpet” for many years. Then TV writer Ester Paul asked him to host the San Diego Emmy’s and produce entertainment during the show. The three events he is most proud of are: producing a fashion show at Hollywood Hyland Center; the opening of the Kodak Theater (home of the Academy Awards); and producing a three-hour musical fashion show in New York named “Follow the Dream.”

After being blessed to work with charities over the past decades in San Diego and the U.S., Simpson began the “10 Best Dressed Awards” honoring San Diegans for their philanthropy. Alberta Davidson gave him the opportunity to produce 300 fashion shows in fashion centers and malls throughout the country owned by Trizec Properties and The Hahn Company, which included the

Mirna Bonilla models LGS Couture Jewelry, inspired by baroque architecture. opening of the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. This opportunity led to Simpson becoming fashion director for South Coast Plaza for two years.

In addition to all of these accomplishments, Simpson was the star in a 2002 movie named “Fashionable LA.” His character was Peter Hugo, who was what else … a fashion director! Fast forward to today and Simpson has developed a new line of jewelry with his initials: LGS Couture Jewelry.

The inspiration is baroque architecture from beautiful cities in the U.S. and Europe. The line includes earrings, cuffs, headbands or chokers, and specialty evening handbags. The latest trend is for headbands, especially for adults. The color trends are deep royal gems such as ruby and emeralds along with navy and a splash of gray and brushed silver.

Fabrication is velvets, brocades, and silks. To see it, order it, and have it visit: facebook. com/fashionforward or email at: Leonardsimpsonfashion@ gmail.com

Upcoming Events

● Nov. 3 – SoCal Etsy Guild Market San Diego from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. in Westfield Mission Valley with handmade vendors, local designers, and live art.

This outdoor event happens the first Saturday of every month. ● Nov. 17 – The Glow Up fashion Show presented by Cold Peace. Located at Encore Event Center at 8253 Ronson Road.

The attire is all white (casual) but you are free to wear a pop of color. Tickets are $10-$25.

To purchase tickets: eventbrite. com/event/50705225695.

—Diana Cavagnaro is an internationally renowned Couture Milliner based in the Historic Gaslamp Quarter.

Learn more about our hat designer, teacher & blogger at www.DianaCavagnaro.com.v

LGS cuffs for the holiday season (Photos by Diana Cavagnaro)

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Restaurant Review Frank Sabatini Jr. The culinary world is loaded with geographic glamorization.

Tease up the French aspect of a restaurant, for example, or a specific region such as Issan in Thailand’s northeast, and enlightened consumers are instantly sold. The same magic occurs when promoting American domains: The “low country” cuisine of South Carolina; barbecue of east Texas; Bronxstyle pizza; etc.

you’d find in reputable Napa restaurants like Solbar, Market, and Celadon, where seasonal produce and artisan ingredients dominate the plates. Though if you’re expecting Route 29 to measure up to Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry (the crème de la crème of Napa dining), you’re asking too much because in all fairness, nothing in San Diego compares to it.

Ubiquitous design elements such as Edison bulbs and reclaimed wood abound.

Yet there’s something slightly original about the look, due maybe to the strong presence of wine glasses on the tables and pane windows looking into the kitchen.

Somehow the forced-farmhouse theme is avoided.

Meals begin with a basket of outstanding house-made bread that comes with a moment of tableside activity. A dish of olive oil is provided as your server snips fresh herbs into it from a bouquet of parsley, rosemary, thyme and sage.

But it’s the bread’s crispy crusts

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The tequila-based “Golden Gate” cocktail contains turmeric and carrot juice.

and soft air pockets that ultimately lead to an overdose.

A round of “Golden Gate” cocktails served in gilded, coupe-shaped stemware also kicked things off. The drink is made with organic versions of tequila, turmeric and carrot juice, as well as passion fruit puree and lime. It’s a harmonious admixture capped elegantly Local sea bass with beet yogurt with frothy egg whites. If you normally eschew cocktails bePrior to this summer’s opencause they’re too sweet or sour, ing of Route 29 in the Gaslamp this one’s for you.

Quarter, I had never seen an From jars and small bites establishment tout the gustato main dishes and sides, we tory virtues of Napa Valley, at ordered five items between least not this far outside of the the two of us. Only one disaparea. pointed — the California Named after the sea bass, an entree state highway that featuring cauliflowconnects many of er, haricot vert Napa’s wineries, mousse and beet you can bet the yogurt. Listed place flaunts also in the an impressive set is raisin wine list, vinaigrette, which includes which went una glass program detected. It was offering more desperately needthan 30 choices. ed to hydrate the And indeed, meals well-done, under-seaare executed with soned fish. Overall, the Papparedelle pasta with short rib and mushrooms the same panache dish was pretty on the eyes but flat on the taste buds.

In keeping with Napa’s pastoral-style cuisine, duck pate served in a jar is crowned with shredded duck confit and small cubes of mushroom gelee that melt on the tongue.

Accompanied by charred fingers of the house bread, you’re suddenly transported to some white-linen picnic set within a rolling vineyard.

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An inviting atmosphere with familiar design elements (Photos by Frank Sabatini Jr.)

Green Sriracha shrimp delivers a satisfying punch from chilies in the company of butter, garlic and a spice we couldn’t nail down, but very much liked. The pond of flavorful juice at the bottom of the bowl demanded more bread intake.

The unquestionable star of the dinner was house-made papparedelle pasta intertwined with porcini mushrooms and generous chunks of beef short rib slow-roasted to orgasmic tenderness. Similar to bolognese, this is more enchanting because of Tahitian vanilla oil and black truffle “essence” lurking in the background.

It’s the most impressive noodle dish I’ve had all year.

From a list of a la carte sidekicks, we passed over such options as butternut squash, organic broccolini, and mashed potatoes with goat cheese in lieu of grilled baby artichokes dressed in lemongrass-garlic butter. My friend applauded their heavy brine, which was slightly offset by sweet, caramelized onions. I would’ve preferred the chokes uncured.

Route 29’s menu allows you to craft meals around an abundance of small plates or from substantial-sized entrees that include braised lamb shank with saffron risotto; a Montana pork chop set atop apple-cabbage sauerkraut; prime filet of beef accomFresh herbs are cut tableside over olive oil used for panied by a blue bread dipping. cheese fritter; and

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644 Fifth Ave. (Gaslamp Quarter) 619-235-8144 route29restaurant.com Prices: Salads, jars and small bites: $13 to $22 Entrees: $22 to $52

Shrimp in green-chili Sriracha sauce pan-seared scallops with apple bacon and orange reduction.

For vegetarians and vegans, the choices are limited. There’s baba ghanoush with house yogurt in a jar; a “farmer’s” salad with fig dressing; ratatouille with spinach fettuccine, and a few other items.

Metered parking had us sprinting out the door before we could ask for a dessert menu.

Looking at the options online afterwards, I sadly missed out on saffron-poached pears complemented by lemon custard and zinfandel reduction, a concoction that would have put a fine autumn finale on our vicarious trek through wine country.

—Frank Sabatini Jr. is the author of “Secret San Diego” (ECW Press) and began his local writing career more than two decades ago as a staffer for the former San Diego Tribune. You can reach him at fsabatini@san.rr.com.v

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One of Downtown’s more unique preparations of nachos can be found at El Chingon, and for half-price on Nov. 6.

In honor of National Nachos Day, and the dish will sell for only $5.50 per order. It features a tower of freshly fried

tortilla chips topped with a blend of cheeses, citrus cream, candied jalapenos, guacamole and pico de gallo. Protein choices include al pastor, grilled shrimp, pollo asada and more. 560 Fifth Ave., 619501-1919, elchingon.com.

Gourmet nachos on the cheap for National Nachos Day (Courtesy of Wicked Creative)

As a departure from its usual wine dinners, the bayfront Top of the Market restaurant is swapping out vino for bourbon to complement a seasonal four-course meal crafted by executive chef Jeremy Loomis. The various bourbons will be supplied by Angel’s Envy, a Kentuckybased distillery known for

its small-batch productions.

Scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m., Nov. 11, courses include everything from country ham with buttermilk biscuits to cheddar-stuffed dates, seared scallops and duck leg confit.

The cost is $99 per person and includes the bourbon pairings.

750 N. Harbor Drive, 619-2323474, thefishmarket.com.

Our city’s largest epicurean event returns with the 15th annual San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival, to be held Nov. 11–18 at more than 40 venues citywide. The festival offers a packed schedule of cooking classes, chef dinners and wine events throughout town during the period.

Most of them culminate with the Grand Tasting, which runs from noon to 3 p.m., Nov. 17,

The Texas-based Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group opened its first West Coast location of Double Eagle Steakhouse on Nov. 3 along Downtown’s waterfront, near the intersection of Broadway and Pacific Highway. The two-story luxury restaurant is located within the new InterContinental Hotel and greets with a modern mid-century design.

The menu offers prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic side dishes with gourmet spins. Known also for its ambitious wine program, the restaurant will serve dinner-only on Nov. 3 and 4, and then lunch and dinner starting at 11 a.m. every day thereafter. 901 Bayfront Court, 619-272-5060, delfriscos.com.

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The double-bone dry-aged rib eye at a swanky new steakhouse near the waterfront (Courtesy of Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group)

In honor of a speakeasy that operated nearly a century ago inside The US Grant hotel is Rendezvous, a new handsomely furnished lounge that seats about 100 guests and features a stand-alone bar and cocktail cart.

Accessible from Broadway through its own entrance, the drink offerings span from Frenchinspired cocktails to wines, ales and ciders. On hand is an innovative ice-cutSip on a femme fatale inside The US Grant’s ting machine used latest cocktail lounge. (Courtesy of Rendezvous) for customizing the shapes of ice cubes to certain drinks, many of which are served in period stemware. Small plates and cheese platters are also available.

326 Broadway, 619-232-3121, rendezvoussd.com.

on the spacious lawns of Embarcadero Marina Park North. (400 Kettner Blvd.) Visitors can sample foods from more than 60 restaurants and companies while sipping beer, wine and spirits from nearly 100 purveyors. General admission to the tasting is $135. VIP tickets, which includes 1 a.m. admission, are $225.

For a complete schedule of festival events, visit sandiegowineclassic.com.

The upcoming San Diego Wine + Food festival traditionally features lots of assorted noshes. (Photo by Frank Sabatini Jr.)

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What can be called “anti-taco Tuesdays” has kicked off at Lola 55, where the newly introduced event spotlights high-end tacos priced at $16 apiece. Potential fi llings include duck breast, seared foie gras, fig mole, quail egg and more.

Though on one Tuesday every month (check the web site for specific dates), it will take the event outdoors to its neighboring HUB space. On those Tuesdays, guests can score two tacos for $15, which also includes rice, beans and agua fresca. 1290 F St., 619-5429155, lola55catering.com.

—Frank Sabatini Jr can be reached at fsabatini@san. rr.com.v

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PRESS CLUB AWARDS

Annual Dining out for the Cure raises critical funds

“Beating the odds” — a feature story for Gay San Diego about Marine Corps veteran Liz Carmouche, the first openly gay lesbian Mixed-Martial Arts (MMA) fighter. “Beatings the odds” won second place in the Non-daily newspapers, Military category. To read the story, visit bit.ly/Caramouche.

Fulcher was also awarded first place in the Non-daily newspapers, Reviews: Live Performance category for “Empowerment through music,” published in Gay San Diego. “Empowerment through music” reviewed the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus’ ‘Movie Night’ held this past April. To read the award-winning review, visit bit.ly/ EmpowermentThroughMusic.

Jeff Clemetson, editor of the Mission Times Courier, earned first place in the Nondaily newspapers, Series category for “Remembering Pearl Harbor” and its partner “A Fortunate Encounter.”

The series began with a story about Allied Gardens resident Arthur Roemmich, a 100-yearold veteran who served on the USS Northampton — a ship that was saved from being bombed in Pearl Harbor. After reading the article, San Carlos resident Felicia Hamwey realized her father, Lloyd Smith, was also aboard the USS Northampton. Hamwey then organized a reunion for the two WWII shipmates which was featured in the second part of the series. To read the series and the letter to the editor from Hamwey, visit bit.ly/ RememberingPearlHarbor.

Sara Butler, editor of the San Diego Uptown News, was presented with two awards.

She won second place in the Non-daily newspapers, Breaking news category for “Turning down the Music,” in the Uptown News. The story broke the news that Lestat’s West would be closing its doors; Butler was the only local journalist to meet with its co-owner about the rumors.

To read the award-winning breaking news story, visit bit. ly/TurningDowntheMusic.

Butler also placed second in in the Non-daily newspapers, Public Service/ Consumer Advocacy category for “Dockless bike craze.” The Uptown News story featured a comprehensive explanation of the different types of dockless bikes in the Uptown area and highlighted how locals felt about their sudden appearance.

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Albert H. Fulcher | Editor Susan G. Komen San Diego (Komen San Diego), the largest nonprofit funder of breast cancer research outside of the U.S. government, held its sixth annual Dine Out for the Cure on Oct. 18. This annual event has raised more than $90,000 over the past five years. With approximately 50 restaurants from all over San Diego County participating for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Shaina Gross — president and CEO Susan G. Komen San Diego — said that she is pretty sure that they will hit, if not exceed, this goal.

“Dine Out for the Cure [is] one of the ways we raise money throughout the year to provide services back to the community of women, men and families facing breast cancer,” Gross said. “We are encouraging people to spoil themselves for all three meals of this day. It’s for a good cause, so calories don’t count. Restaurants are donating between 10 and 25 percent of proceeds for the day.”

Gross said that money raised provides local services in the county for people that cannot afford a mammogram, and outreach for the importance of mammogram screenings.

“If you are diagnosed with something or the mammogram shows some finding and you need additional care like a biopsy or ultrasound, Komen San Diego will help pay for those services,” Gross said.

“We’ll help pay the deductible, or co-pay. We know that many times the costs of care and

(center) Hob Nob Hill owner and president Tania Warchol with her employees, participating in Dining Out for the Cure on Oct. 18.

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treatment keep people from getting the care that they need.”

Komen San Diego provides programs that help people with all of the little things that help in completing their treatment that insurance doesn’t cover such as transportation back and forth from the doctor, and child care.

“Many people going through treatment are too sick to work, so we help out with rent, paying the mortgage, and utilities,” Gross said. “That is where Komen steps in.

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quality treatment. Komen wants to make sure that everybody has the option for those two things.”

Tania Warchol, owner and president of Hob Nob Hill said it is the restaurant’s second year participating in Dine Out for the Cure. Warchol said prior to this, she has sponsored one of her customers who participates in the walk each year, and she also provides gift certificates for another friend of hers who does fundraising for Komen San Diego.

“It was really nice to do the Dine Out for the Cure because I can help out in a larger way,” Warchol said.

“This is our second year in participating in Dine Out for the Cure and it all happened because a group of ladies of Komen San Diego used to come in every Thursday morning and one of my waitresses was diagnosed with breast cancer,” she continued. “Those women went right to her side and helped her all the way through the process, getting her into doctors. And it really touched our hearts, because she has been working here for 18 years. It devastated all of us as a family. Everyone in my family has passed away from cancer. It is just a horrible, horrible disease. You never know. I’ve had scares with biopsies. It’s really a tough disease. It’s terrifying.”

Along with 15 other restaurants in the county, The Broken Yolk Cafe celebrated its fifth year in participating in Dining Out for the Cure; all of its restaurant locations participated. The Broken Yolk Cafe Director of Marketing

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Lisa Erickson said to date, it has raised $50,000 for this annual event, adding another $10,000 this year.

The Broken Yolk was approached by Komen San Diego and at that time Erickson said the only thing that they were participating in was its yearly event with Rady Children’s Hospital. The restaurant decided they wanted to do more for the community and hopped on board.

“It has escalated to this, where our locations are excited to participate, employees dress up, balloons, lots of pink,” Erickson said. “Everyone has literally been touched by this disease somehow, whether it’s an aunt, a mom, grandma. We have so many employees and everyone has been touched by this at least once, with someone in their family. So we rally around them.”

Erickson said she met a breast cancer survivor at the Mission Valley location and that this experience almost caused her to break out in tears to be participating in such a wonderful event.

“And you can see it in the employees’ faces, that they are just as happy in participating,” Erickson said. “It means something to them that we are doing something that is giving back. I love having all the employees involved. I came back to the Pacific Beach location that day and our regular customers were there, coming back every year to support this wonderful event. If you are deeply involved with the cause or have a family member, it really means something to you.

If you can’t participate in the walk, or go the other events, why not come just have a meal and support?”

Next up for Komen San Diego is its 22nd annual Race for the Cure in Balboa Park on Nov. 4. The race is its largest fundraiser of the year. The vendor expo opens at 6:30 a.m. along Balboa Drive and the race begins at 8 a.m.

“With the unwavering support from our community, dedicated partners in the local breast health industry, sponsors, staff and volunteers, we continue to move toward our goal to put an end to breast cancer,” Gross said. “Every day we see bold, fearless women and men who continue to overcome their breast cancer battles. We encourage more members of the community to lend their support, time and voice to these warriors that are in the fight for their lives.”

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COMMUNITY AND ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR RECURRING EVENTS Thursdays

North Park Thursday Market Shop more than 90 tents of locally grown produce, artisan grocery items, prepared foods and hand-crafted goods.

3–7:30 p.m. at 3000 North Park Way, stretching from 31st Street to Utah Street, North Park.

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Golden Hill Farmers Market Stop by the open community space to pick up California certified organic produce from local farmers. 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at B Street between 27th and 28th streets, Golden Hill.

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Old Town Saturday Market The street market features work from local artists including paintings, jewelry, photography and more. Every Saturday and Sunday. 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at Harney Street and San Diego Avenue, Old Town.

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World premiere of ‘Brazos de niebla’

On Nov. 2 and 4, the San Diego Symphony will host the world premiere of a unique commissioned work – “Brazos de niebla” – that brings together Mexican composer Javier Alvarez and genre-crossing United States poet laureate Juan Felipe Herrera. Alvarez’s piece – that is set to an original poem by Herrera (a San Diego native) – depicts the thoughts and feelings of a young immigrant child lost in the circumstances surrounding him.

This work, commissioned by the San Diego Symphony, will provide a snapshot of today’s climate, start conversation and connect people through a moving musical narrative.

Copley Symphony Hall. 8 p.m. $31-$80. 750 B St. bit.ly/2q9uEdH

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San Diego’s favorite holiday tradition returns to the Old Globe Theatre for its 21st year with the wonderful, whimsical production of “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Family-favorite songs feature “This Time of FRIDAY Year,” “Santa for a Day,” and “Fah Who Doraze.” Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre’s Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage is transNov. formed into the snow-covered Whoville, right down to the San Diego Beer Week last can of Who-hash. Runs San Diego is now regarded through Dec. 29. $24-$79. for its award-winning brew- 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa ing community and has right- Park. fully earned the nickname, bit.ly/2Jc60C7 Capital of Craft. This year, the San Diego Brewers Guild Noche de Gala will bring back its 10-day cel- Corazon de Vida’s Annual ebration of all things craft Noche de Gala tackles the isbeer from Nov. 2-11, with a sue of neglect and abandonwhole host of events including ment for hundreds of Baja’s the 2018 Guild Fest on Nov. orphans. We support feeding, 3 at the Embarcadero Mari- clothing, sheltering and eduna Park South, and The Beer cating children in more than Garden closing pairing festi- 10 orphanages and we need val on Nov. 11 at the Lodge your help! Corazon de Viat Torrey Pines. Ticket prices da Foundation (CDV) is celvary per event. ebrating 24 years of saving sdbeer.com lives from the heart during our annual Noche de Gala ‘It’s Electric’ 2018 event to be held at the The newest addition to the Bay Front Coronado Island Fleet Science Center’s perma- Marriott Hotel in San Diego. nent collection that brings the Since 1994, the CDV has science and history of electric- garnered national and local ity to life through interactive attention because of its simactivities. Fundamental prin- ple mission: to raise contriciples such as magnetic fields, butions in the form of money, electric charges and battery materials and volunteer work technology are explored. This to support and empower the exhibit offers hands-on learn- children of Baja. CDV funds ing for the whole family with orphanages that serve hun16 interactive stations in both dreds of children in the northEnglish and Spanish. This ern part of Baja. CDV’s highexhibit is funded by The Ki- er education program boasts wanis Club of San Diego and over 40 students in local unithe San Diego Kiwanis Club versities and trade schools.

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Punch Bowl Social, San Diego’s newest restaurant, bar and entertainment destination, will throw a knockout, gigantic party benefiting the ABC Youth Foundation. The nonprofit organization, created by World Boxing Champion Archie Moore, supports San Diego’s inner-city youth. Join San Diego’s Chief of Police David Nisleit, Billy Moore (Archie’s son) and members of the SDPD. Promising to be the “heavyweight” party of the year, the event will make a visual statement for San Diego’s inner-city youth, as the community hits a heavy punching bag for 60 seconds, dedicating their blows to the “1,000,000 Punches from the Heart” campaign.

The campaign’s mission – to “punch out” racism, gang violence and police mistrust – creates awareness and supports inner-city youth with after-school boxing, in-house educational tutoring and a “Bridge the Gap” school break program that teaches youth to take on life with courage and dignity instead of fear or cowardice. Ticket proceeds benefit the ABC Youth Foundation, and includes chef-select appetizer buffet items, two drink tickets and free games. $20. 2-6 p.m. 1485 E St. bit.ly/2yFf7av

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Considering a job in law enforcement as an officer or support staff? Join The California Law Enforcement Hiring Expos, the largest law enforcement hiring event in the area. For questions contact info@relianthiring.com or call 800-572-9041. 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

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Join the USS Midway Museum for a fun-filled day celebrating service men and women on Veterans Day! The lineup of events for the day

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is annually kicked off by a Veterans Day Parade along Harbor Drive, featuring live music, community groups, schools, and patriotic groups.

Following this, the fun continues onboard the flight deck with the NBC7 & Telemundo 20 Salute to Service Festival.

Stick around for live entertainment, a kid’s zone, giveaways and more. Don’t forget to stop by the blood drive on Navy Pier benefiting the San Diego Blood Bank. Free admission for military, veterans and family on Nov. 10-11. bit.ly/2S9kLcZ

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Sasser with Black, based on an idea by Sasser and Black, music supervision and music direction by Matt Hinkley, and directed by Kent Nicholson, “Looking for Christmas” will run Nov. 11 – Dec. 16, 2018 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Previews run Nov. 11–19. Opening night is Tuesday, Nov. 20 at 8:00 p.m.

Amid the commotion of the holidays, Staff Sergeant Mike Randolf returns from Afghanistan and home to his family. But before Mike can open his heart to the joy and spirit of the season, he must make peace with the past and let go of the ghosts of the battlefield.

This heartwarming musical is sure to become an enduring holiday classic. $39 - $84.

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‘Clint Black’s Looking for Christmas’

The Old Globe will expand San Diego’s celebration of the holidays with a world premiere American musical about family, faith, and the magic of Christmas. The Globe is delighted to announce, “Looking for Christmas,” the new Clint Black Christmas musical, inspired by the country music legend’s 1995 chart-topping holiday album. With music and lyrics by Clint Black, book by James D.

Golden state cheese + wine adventure

Celebrity author and national cheese ambassador Laura Werlin joins Gina Freize, founder and owner of Venissimo Cheese, for a trip down California’s Cheese Trail at the Studio Kitchen by Specialty Produce.

Taste a variety of artisanal cheeses accompanied by Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs from Cuvaison Winery. 1929 Hankcock St. $50. bit.ly/2PRgXeE

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Hornblower Cruises & Events honors the U.S. military and invites all veterans and active duty military to explore San Diego Bay for the one or two-hour harbor cruise. Hornblower’s harbor cruise is free for all veterans and active duty military (must provide military ID, Veterans Card or a DD214 ID to redeem at the ticket booth location). Regular price for the one-hour tour is $27 per adult; $13.50 per child (4-12) and $32 per adult; $16 per child for the two-hour tour. Prices are not inclusive of tax, service charge, and landing fee. Discounts available for seniors. Boarding times: 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4:15 p.m. Reservations are required. Purchase tickets at 619-686-8715 or online.

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Each year, small business band together to promote the importance of shedding the big box stores and supporting locally owned small businesses the day following Black Friday. This shopping holiday has created a large following across the nations and is estimated to bringing in more than $15 billion dollars to local economies. bit.ly/2PkPVzk

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Walk for breast cancer

Determined to find a cure for breast cancer with every step while radiating hope, Susan G. Komen Atlanta 3-Day participants will walk 60 miles next month, Nov. 16-18. The Komen 3-Day is a three-day, 60-mile walk for those who want to end breast cancer forever. These amazing men and women raise a minimum of $2,300 and walk an average of 20 miles a day, all while educating tens of thousands of people about breast health with every step.

Since 2005, the San Diego 3-Day has raised more than $120 million in the fight to end breast cancer. Open ceremony, 7 a.m. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar. Closing ceremony, 4:30 p.m. Water Front Park, Civic Green #1, 1600 Pacific Hwy. (Corner of Ash Street and Harbor Drive) bit.ly/2JfdtAb

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‘A Christmas Carol’

Cygnet’s holiday smash hit is back for its fifth season! Bring the family back to enjoy the holiday classic adapted from Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption. This re-imagined, fully staged production features original new music, creative stagecraft and puppetry, and live sound effects. Step into a Victorian Christmas card for a unique storytelling experience that is sure to delight the entire family! $35. 4040 Twiggs St. bit.ly/2EGvUiL

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San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival

The 15th Annual San Diego Ba Wine + Food Festival introduces a selection of hands on classes and culinary experiences led by some of the country’s top authors, experts and chefs, including celebrity authors Laura Werlin and Michael Ruhlman. Pate + Charcuterie at Born and Raised, Michael Ruhlman joins this year’s festival to guide you through the craft of pate and charcuterie featuring Groth Vineyards & Winery amid a backdrop of the Born

Professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist, Kerri Walsh Jennings’ event series, p1440 announces Waterfront Park as the location for its p1440 San Diego stop on its inaugural 2018/19 season.

P1440 San Diego is taking place for three days through Dec. 2. The event will feature a professional volleyball tournament showcasing the best volleyball players from around the globe, personal development experiences, live music performances and a health & wellness village.

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WCKD Village creeps into Downtown for Halloween

By Jules Shane East Village magically transformed into a macabre festival as the neighborhood welcomed several thousand visitors wandering the streets at this year’s WCKD Village Halloween event on Oct. 27. San Diego’s largest Halloween and music festival was known in its previous 19 years as Monster Bash. The reworked block party filled six blocks between Market and J streets and was presented by managing and marketing service Five Group.

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candidates expressed differences based on their career backgrounds. Fletcher spoke as a military veteran about the stigma associated with combat-related psychological conditions in contrast with physical disabilities. When veterans interview for a job, he asked, who is going to get hired — the veteran amputee or the veteran with post-traumatic stress? “We all know,” Fletcher said. Fletcher also compared depression with diabetes, as medical conditions that should be on equal footing but generally are not. He further stated that trauma should be dealt with early, whether early in life for youth or early after adults experience a traumatic event. Incarceration and homelessness can result if an individual’s trauma is not dealt with properly, Fletcher continued.

Dumanis responded about mental illness from her work in law enforcement and prosecution. She focused first on juvenile offenders, as in need of mental health interventions and remedial foster care. “We need a system,” Dumanis said.

She noted that shutdown of state facilities for the mentally ill led to significant problems.

Law enforcement and jails replaced mental illness intervention facilities, she went on. Her preference is for outsourcing mental health care to hospitals, which can bill state and other funding mechanisms. Dumanis further described how young abuse sufferers often turn into abusers themselves and the need to intervene early in this cycle. She mentioned too that a serious imperative is monitoring mentally ill persons to ensure they stay on the medications that alleviate their psychological dysfunctions.

When the debate topic turned back to the housing crisis, moderator Halverstadt inquired about the candidates’ recommendations for immediate steps to fix this. Dumanis

DEBATE onto reserve-fund dollars instead of drawing that money down during economic downturns. Noting her oversight of a thousand employees and a big budget, Dumanis stated she would emphasize right-sizing county reserves.

The pair sparred over political partisanship and their differing political resumes.

Dumanis said she would like to change the county’s partisanship, although she is a registered Republican who would join fellow Republicans, and she believes she is the best one of the two to serve on the county board. Fletcher responded that with four Republicans already sitting on the board, a Democrat like himself is needed to sit on the board for some modest restoration of partisan balance. Dumanis jabbed back that Fletcher has a somewhat peripatetic history of partisanship, having registered with the GOP, as an independent, and now settled in as a Democrat.

Dumanis later followed up on Fletcher’s remarks about his experience as an Assemblyman in Sacramento and the relationships he could build on from there, between the county and the state. Dumanis observed that her political relationships are local within San Diego County, while Fletcher’s political relationships are with state representatives in Sacramento.

Fletcher and Dumanis each made specific, vigorous statements of their opposition to President Donald Trump and the conservative populism he represents. This was another area of their significant agreement on current politics.

In expanding on mental illness as of foremost concern and county responsibility among Downtown issues, the

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ghoulish extravaganza hosted an impressive line-up of entertainers, including DJ’s Cheat Codes, Michael Calfan, Young Bombs, Sinden.

replied with a business-friendly approach of streamlining the process for permitting affordable housing projects, cutting red tape, and also saying that compliance with regulations takes up as much as 40 percent of costs for building projects.

Dumanis stated that a larger budgetary contribution should go toward county-involved affordable housing projects.

Fletcher responded with a government-responsibility approach of making sure that projects built are actual housing. He cited the figure of 15 to 20 percent of built affordable condos being foreign investment properties that are left vacant, asking that people check to verify how many lights are on in large buildings. Fletcher said that Vancouver implemented a vacancy fee as a solution to guarantee that affordable housing projects are in real use as housing for residents now rather than uninhabited investments to pay off later. Fletcher continued, speaking of the urgency to drive the local bureaucracy to meet specific goals, through such programs as property-owner loans in exchange for guaranteed five-year affordable housing in granny flats and external units for low income at-risk and formerly homeless persons.

Questions from audience attendees concluded the debate. First up was a query about city-county mishandling of the hepatitis outbreak in Downtown. Fletcher said that the city has done most of the response, and that the county has to do more to help. He said that he would rely on his relationships with people in Sacramento to gain more assistance from state government.

“We need to get people together on the same page. These are critical issues we need to move forward. We should all work together,” Fletcher said.

Dumanis rejoined that the county has to change. “There

People get wicked at this East Village’s WCKD Village Halloween on Oct. 27.

Four self-contained sections, each with a different devilish theme, led patrons through a night of eerie fun complete with dancers, performers, stilt-walkers and plenty of monstrous clowns. People embraced the spirit of Halloween dressing in creative and extravagant costumes as they traveled through The Demented Circus, The Mad House, The Village Crypt and the Deck of Fate VIP Lounge — some with hopes of taking home the more than $5,000 in prizes for best costumes at the Madhouse stage.

Food venders and pop-up bars lined the streets as guests walked, shambled, and danced

their way from one stage to the next. The VIP area lay behind a closed entrance where a fourth stage, guest lounges, and special entertainment awaited them.

“It’s a Halloween music festival where whether you’re 21 or you’re 50 there’s something for you here. Just come out and have a great time!” said Angelique Vanko, the marketing coordinator for the event.

Beware, and be on the lookout for WCKD Village’s return in 2019.

—Jules Shane can be reached at jshaneap@gmail. com.v

(l to r) San Diego County Supervisor candidates Bonnie Dumanis and Nathan Fletcher (Courtesy photos) has been tension between the city and the county as long as I can remember,” Dumanis said.

She stated that she believes she can bring that necessary change about.

The following topic was about East Village bearing the brunt of homelessness problems in Downtown. Dumanis said that East Village has been doing more than the community’s fair share. “I’ll take the lead on setting up services in all areas of the county,” Dumanis said, making the related point that services homeless persons rely on are all located in Downtown, attracting the homeless to stay in Downtown to be nearby.

Fletcher differed, saying that a first assessment should be made about the size and scope of the problem, to determine where we are and where we need to be. Fletcher recounted the case of Poway resistance to affordable housing especially tailored for military veterans.

“This is a regional issue,” Fletcher said. He offered the wryly humorous analogy, that people are blame-shifting by saying to Downtown the equivalent of there’s a leak on your side of the boat. “Have you ever been in a boat?” Fletcher inquired. Fletcher concluded that reversing that view will take leadership and drive to make the necessary change happen.

Dumanis followed up that services can surely be moved, as she has assisted in moving services away from Downtown.

Fletcher replied that additional services should be added outside Downtown, as determined to be needed elsewhere.

The last question of the hour-long evening debate was about the $2 million allocated per county supervisor for district programs and projects, and invited remarks about whether this amounts to a “slush fund” for each county board member. Dumanis said that she would choose to increase services, focusing on help to smaller organizations, and possibly relying on a “blind trust” with an advisory panel selecting recipients of the money. Fletcher stated that he would go out into the community and seek organizations that partner love and compassion with economic growth objectives. He further offered that he would encourage the other four supervisors to agree on pooling the money into a $10 million fund for greater impact throughout the county.

—B. J. Coleman is a local freelance journalist and editor/staff reporter with 22nd District Legionnaire. B.J. can be reached at bjcjournalist@ gmail.com.v

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