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Bankers Hill pilot sets off on world peace mission Sara Butler | Editor

‘Wicked’ good time at Civic Theatre

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New ramen house opens in Hillcrest

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Uptown resident Robert DeLaurentis will soon embark on a 90-day journey. (Photo courtesy of flyingthrulife.com)

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January 2019 will mark the beginning of a global adventure for Robert DeLaurentis. DeLaurentis, a Bankers Hill resident, has an extensive aviation resume under his seatbelt. Since receiving his pilot’s license seven years ago, he has completed 1,100 flight hours and visited more than 53 countries. One of his most notable trips was “Spirit of San Diego,” a 27 stop and 27,000 nautical mile flight around the world from May to August 2015. Now he will embark on his biggest expedition yet — traveling to the ends of the earth, from the South Pole to the North Pole. After his initial departure from San Diego, he will fly southeast through Texas, Central and South America to the South Pole, then up through Africa and Europe to the North Pole before turning back home. “It just seemed like the natural thing to do next,”

City approves Old Town Community Plan Update

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On Oct. 29, San Diego City Council voted to approve the Old Town Community Plan Update (CPU). The 180-page document provides a framework of land use and urban design policies to guide in the development of the community during the next 20 to 30 years. “As we rebuild our city for the future, we want to make sure that historic neighborhoods like Old Town retain their community character

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A conceptual drawing of what an updated Twiggs Street in Old Town would look like with better pedestrian amenities (Photo courtesy City of San Diego)

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DeLaurentis said, referring to his upcoming adventure. DeLaurentis named his expedition “Citizen of the World” after the Gulfstream Turbine Commander 900 plane he will pilot on the mission. It is a 90day journey, with a mission of connecting humanity from all over the globe. “The South Pole and the North Pole are the two places on the planet where peace exists, and the flight will connect the two — I like to say, ‘on a mission of global peace,’” he said, adding that the plane is “a global billboard for the causes we’re trying to promote.” For this trip, DeLaurentis has partnered with United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNAUSA), a nonprofit affiliated with the United Nations (UN). After meeting Joan Augsburger, the manager of the UN Building International Gift Shop in

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With the death of Stan Lee, the comic world mourns the loss of one of the most influential and insightful minds the industry has ever known. From humble beginnings at Marvel’s predecessor, Timely Comics, Lee made his writing debut with Captain America #3 in 1941, using the pen name “Lee” as opposed to his last name Lieber.

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MISSION HILLS

Gingerbreads on Goldfinch—a Holiday Spectacular

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Celebrate Small Business Saturday with local Mission Hills small businesses on November 24. Shops will be filled to the brim to kick off the holiday shopping season. Children are invited to decorate their very own gingerbread creations at the life-sized Craftsman Gingerbread Shop created by Food Network award winner and Mission Hills local Jennifer Duncan from CAKE. Don’t miss this especially sweet photo opportunity and crafting event at 4010 Goldfinch Street.

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STAN LEE He would go on to help create some of the most iconic heroes from the American silver age of comics. The artist was also known as a towering business magnate, leading the Marvel company through tough times as the industry faltered in the ’70s and ’80s, eventually becoming the face of Marvel Comics. His influence on American pop culture is as pervasive as it is colorful, and his cameo appearances in what has become the largest film franchise in history have become a mainstay with audiences.

Stan Lee (Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia Commons) Bob Koppy, the owner and purveyor of Empire Collectibles in City Heights, shared the appreciation of Lee’s knack for the business element of comics.

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“Stan Lee excelled at being a promoter and a face for Marvel Comics during the 1960s,” Koppy said. But as much as he did for promoting Marvel and its properties, Koppy noted Lee’s impact on the heroes and stories the company sold. “Lee was responsible for bringing the X-Men to Jack Kirby and for bringing a little more characterization to the Fantastic 4 so that everyone wasn’t just getting along as friends all the time,” he continued. —Jules Shane can be reached at jshaneap@gmail.com.

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Nov. 1 marked the official welcoming of a faux water tower to the North Park neighborhood. The structure, formally named the AT&T Boundary Street Project, actually serves as a cell phone tower for the company. It was modeled after the iconic neighborhood water tower that has become a wellloved landmark within the neighborhood. René Augustín Vidales, president of North Park Planning Committee (NPPC), attended the ribbon-cutting event alongside Assembly member Todd Gloria and Councilmember Chris Ward. Vidales, who was involved in the process with his NPPC role, took to the mic and spoke to the collaborative nature of the project. “I hear so often that either the community or the developer are being unreasonable or at least each thinks the other is the problem. But this faux water tower cell site project was different,” Vidales said, adding that the developer exceeded necessary requirements and that NPPC was willing to work with the developer for a mutually beneficial outcome to serve both AT&T and the neighborhood. “Just because something had not been done before in the city didn’t mean that meant

it couldn’t or shouldn’t be,” he continued. Ignacio De La Torre, assistant vice president of external affairs at AT&T, echoed Vidales remarks about the positive partnership established between the business and the Uptown neighborhood. “In 16 years of doing this kind of work, I have never seen a neighborhood come together with municipal staff, government and a corporation in such a productive and inclusive way, allowing us to create a design that celebrates North Park’s unique culture,” De La Torre stated in a press release. The tower is located on the corner of Meade Avenue and Boundary Street, visible to commuters on the Interstate-805 freeway as well as residents entering North Park from neighboring Normal Heights. It is painted in various, complementary shades of green with a silver nameplate in North Park’s signature style. “The water tower is not meant to be great art but something that represents the fun and ‘a little out there’ part of North Park, that we hope it makes you smile, ‘cause it does make me smile,” Vidales said. For previous coverage about the project, visit bit.ly/np-tower. Additional photos of the ribbon-cutting event can also be found on our website at bit.ly/np-tower-2.v

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OLD TOWN while also allowing for future growth that meets our housing needs and protects our environment,” stated Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer in a press release. “This updated plan is a big step in the right direction and I want to thank the many community leaders and residents for working collaboratively to get this across the finish line.” The Old Town CPU is the latest in a renewed effort to update community plans citywide through the Planning Department. Since 2014, San Diego has updated 10 community plans, with Old Town marking the 11th to be completed. In the previous decade, only one community plan was completed. Five more community plan updates are currently underway. The Old Town CPU is divided into several areas: historic preservation, land use, mobility, urban design, economic prosperity, public safety, recreation, conservation and noise. The plan, developed in collaboration with Old Town stakeholders and city staff, incorporates changes to meet the goals of the city’s Climate Action Plan. Some of the changes in the

proposed plan highlight Old Town as more of a residential community, improving pedestrian and bicycle connections to key community destinations, and looking for more opportunities for visitor-oriented parking. The updated Community Plan includes measures to increase use of transit, improve commuter walking and biking opportunities, and targets transit-oriented development within transit priority areas. “Old Town is unique to San Diego, serving as both a major historical destination and a residential community,” stated Councilmember Chris Ward in a press release. “I’m pleased that the updates included in this community plan will add much-needed density to our housing stock and strengthen walking and biking connections between this community, the adjacent Midway community, and San Diego River Park.” Old Town is a historic and cultural destination for visitors and contains several historically designated landmarks including Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Heritage County Park and Presidio Regional Park. The last community plan for Old Town was created in the late 1980s, making an update essential for San Diego’s projected growth.

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Looking forward for UCSD Hillcrest By SDCNN Staff UC San Diego Campus Planning invites the public to learn about the Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) for the Hillcrest campus on Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. This LRDP is a comprehensive, official land plan that provides a blueprint for future growth and guides physical development required to accommodate the projected campus population through 2035. The current LRDP was approved in 1995. According to the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Scoping Meeting on March 21, preparing a new LRDP is necessary to: “replace hospital aging facilities; guide future development to respond to changing healthcare trends and needs; provide framework for improved site access and circulation; align plans with city and regional smart growth objectives, identify strategies

to achieve UC Sustainability Policy requirements; and demonstrate UCSD’s long-term commitment to Hillcrest’s campus.” It will consist of six phases of construction, according to the EIR draft, which include adding outpatient facilities, new parking, residential sections, and mixed-use spaces, as well as demolishing of the existing hospital and removing parking structures. (The full PowerPoint presentation of the EIR scoping meeting can be found at bit.ly/lrdp-ucsd-eir.) Previously, UC San Diego Campus Planning held open houses in June and September 2017. November’s open house will be held at First Unitarian Church of San Diego, located in Bard Hall at 4190 Front St. For more information about the open house, visit lrdp.ucsd.edu. San Diego Uptown News will provide additional coverage after the EIR is finalized and construction plans develop.v

Based on SANDAG forecast models, the projected growth in the CPU over the next 30 years could see Old Town’s population expand from 832 to 2,430 by adding 931 new housing units. Projected job growth on the other hand will be meager, only adding 230 jobs.

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Like most of the city’s new CPUs, Old Town will embrace adding mixed-use housing developments — except in sub-districts that are not deemed historic such as the Presidio, Historic Core and Heritage Park areas. For the four residential sub-districts — Jefferson, Linwood, Congress and Mason — the plan calls to maintain

San Diego Uptown News | Nov. 16 - 29, 2018 the “small-scale character” of the neighborhoods, allowing for only additional single-family homes or multi-family units on larger parcels. Under the new plan, the Hillside sub-district will also remain largely unchanged, with a mix of residential and hotel uses permitted. The plan does “strongly encourage the development of workforce, affordable, and senior housing in proximity to the Old Town Transit Center” — which is in line with the city’s overall plan to encourage transit use by residents. In the Hortensia sub-district at the southern gateway to Old Town, the plan allows for a mix of retail, office, hotel and residential uses. It also envisions

the Fremont/Ballard Parent Center site to be turned into mixed-use development. The Taylor sub-district at Old Town’s northern gateway could potentially add the most density. The plan encourages transit-oriented mixed-use developments and allows for up to 73 dwelling units per acre on the Navy Public Works property should the Navy ever relocate.

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Parking around Old Town could potentially change, especially around the historic areas and Presidio Park where the new plan calls for changes to some of the roads currently used by vehicles.

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OPINION

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How veterans changed the military and built the middle class Like labor unions before them, veterans and soldiers organized to win benefits millions now rely on. By Kevin Basl [Editor’s note: This op-ed comes courtesy of OtherWords.org.] We thank labor unions for the eighthour work day, pensions, the weekend and many other employment benefits Americans enjoy. Organized workers staged direct actions — strikes, sit-ins, boycotts, etc. — forcing bosses to the bargaining table. It’s a history most of us learn in high school. More overlooked is the history of how the modern military was shaped by veteran-led direct actions. For one thing, our military is famously all-volunteer. Civilians no longer fear being drafted. To get those volunteers, recruiters and guidance counselors tout the free college education, sign-on bonuses, food and housing allowances, and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits that come with military service. I was continually reminded of these things when I joined the Army in 2003. Look into the history of these developments and you’ll find sit-ins, marches, and many other forms of direct action. The G.I. Bill, passed in 1944, helped build the American middle class. It guaranteed millions of vets a college education, home loans and more after World War II. It still does today. Veterans of World War I, however, received no such benefit. So throughout the 1920s and early ’30s, they marched and demonstrated — demanding back-pay compensation (referred to as a “bonus”) to reasonably match what their civilian counterparts had earned on the home front.

The largest demonstration happened in 1932, when a 25,000-strong “Bonus Army” occupied Washington, D.C. for two months. The veterans vowed not to leave until Congress approved the bonus. Instead, General Douglas MacArthur removed them by force using cavalry troops and tear gas. But the veterans’ efforts eventually paid off. The bonus was paid in 1936. This incredible history is documented in “The Bonus Army” (2004) by Paul Dickson and Thomas B. Allen, and “The War Against the Vets” (2018) by Jerome Tuccille. These years of protests by World War I veterans gave veterans organizations, like the American Legion, significant leverage in advocating for the G.I. Bill. President Roosevelt and Congress understood that not passing such a bill could mean veteran-led civil unrest, or worse. Michael J. Bennett, historian of the G.I. Bill, wrote, “After World War I, virtually every [fighting] nation other than Britain and the United States had their government overthrown by their veterans.” It’s no stretch to say the G.I. Bill was passed, in part, to prevent revolution. Two decades later, in the late 1960s, a movement within the U.S. armed forces emerged in opposition to the Vietnam War. Soldiers refused orders, sabotaged equipment and spoke out at protests. In “Soldiers in Revolt: G.I. Resistance During the Vietnam War” (2005), David Cortright concludes that President Nixon ended the draft in 1973 in response to this alarming resistance. “The internal problems that gave

rise to changes in tactical deployment [to Vietnam] were also responsible for… the shift to an all-volunteer force,” he wrote. Of course, an all-volunteer force would need to offer better incentives to recruit people. This is where the improved living conditions, sign-on bonuses, and increased starting wages mentioned in every recruiter’s sales pitch came from. In the 1970s and ’80s (and beyond), the organization Vietnam Veterans Against the War made it a part of their mission to improve VA healthcare. They occupied VA offices, demonstrated, and even locked themselves inside the Statue of Liberty to amplify their message. They were key in getting the VA to recognize post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Agent Orange exposure and other illnesses afflicting veterans. But as these benefits were won, they can also be lost. Today, as more service members and veterans qualify for food stamps, the VA system remains on the verge of getting dismantled. Meanwhile, soldiers are receiving orders sending them into morally and legally questionable territory (such as Trump’s “Operation Faithful Patriot,” deploying thousands of troops to the border of Mexico to stop unarmed migrants). Against this, the history of veteran-led activism can provide inspiration and guidance. Direct action gets results. —Kevin Basl served in the U.S. Army, twice deploying to Iraq. He’s a member of About Face: Veterans Against the War and Veterans for Peace. Distributed by OtherWords.org.v

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Promenade on the Hillcrest horizon D3 Update Chris Ward Every neighborhood in San Diego is unique, with qualities that make them wonderful places to call home. Every neighborhood also has its issues — issues that my office has been working together with residents to solve. Uptown is no different. The combination of small business shops, family homes, and walkable neighborhoods that prioritize a welcoming atmosphere has made this community one that values inclusivity, acceptance and diversity.

However, there is one issue that every community is having to deal with — the inconvenience and cost of living in a city that is in dire need of addressing its inadequate infrastructure. My staff and I are committed to tackling that issue. We are working round-the-clock to ensure that long-awaited community projects are moved forward efficiently and on budget. One upcoming project that I’m particularly excited for is the Normal Street Promenade. At my insistence, the city has signed onto creating a new public space, in collaboration with SANDAG, as part of the Phase 3 Uptown Bikeways Project. This will be part of the new

protected bike lane planned for Normal Street. The city will close the west side traffic lanes to accommodate the new bike lanes as well as create a public promenade and pedestrian thoroughfare for the community — becoming the first transit-oriented pedestrian promenade in San Diego. The Normal Street Promenade is a community-driven concept derived from early ideas from both the Uptown Planners and the Hillcrest Business Association, as well as early visioning completed by local landscape architects KTU+A to turn underutilized public right-of-way on Normal Street into public gathering space.

Why the U.S. census matters Notes from Toni Toni G. Atkins After Election Day, the clock will start ticking on another hugely important matter of public policy: the 2020 U.S. census. Most Americans don’t realize just how important the census is to effective governing. It paints a picture of America — who we are, what we look like, and what our needs are — and that picture is a key factor in determining the distribution

of political power and resources in our country. Not only does the census shape our local, state and congressional representation; it also decides California’s share of approximately $600 billion in funds to state and local governments for education, Medicaid, and other health programs, highways, housing, law enforcement and much more. If we want an accurate picture — one that truly reflects who we are as a nation and gives each of us a voice in our democracy — we need a complete count of every person who calls America home.

For most of American history, the census has been a relatively ordinary, nonpartisan exercise. The Constitution calls for a periodic count of every person in America, and the census has been conducted every decade since 1790, mostly without controversy. But this time, things are different. The federal government wants to add a citizenship question for every American household for the first time in nearly 70 years. On the surface, that sounds straightforward enough. But if you read between the lines, it is clear this decision could have devastating

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The Normal Street Promenade will accommodate the weekly Hillcrest Farmers Market as well as other treasured events, such as Pride. There will be opportunity for new community events such as movies or concerts in the promenade, art events, and additional space for street fairs. This will be a collaboration between the city and SANDAG, with support from Uptown Planners, Uptown Community Parking District and Hillcrest Business Association. The Uptown Community Parking District has allocated $1.8 million to fund improvements to the right-of-way for additional parking and mobility. The promenade, which will span Normal Street from University to Lincoln avenues, also includes a proposal for

more than 70 additional parking space realignments on Normal Street from Lincoln Avenue to Washington Street. Community outreach for this project will begin in early 2019 with expected construction to start in 2020. If you have any questions related to this upcoming project — or any city-related issues for that matter — please reach out to my community liaison for Uptown, Brittany Bailey. Reach her at 619-236-6633 or BNBailey@sandiego.gov.

consequences. In this national political climate, marked by fear and disdain for immigrants reminiscent of some of the darkest chapters in American history, adding a citizenship question would undoubtedly result in lower response rates for immigrant communities, undocumented or otherwise. This cynical effort is being challenged in federal court. But no matter the end result of those lawsuits, we need to start preparing now to ensure all Californians are counted, our voice in Congress is protected, and we don’t lose out on billions of dollars in federal funding vital for our communities.

California stands to lose more than any other state if we don’t have a thorough census. We have more “hard to count” communities than any other state, including people of color, immigrants and families in rural communities. Kids are especially vulnerable; about 4.5 million young children live in neighborhoods with a high risk of an undercount. Records show the last U.S. census failed to count almost 1 million children younger than age 5. In order to give our kids the support they need in our schools, health care systems and countless other areas, we need to make sure they are counted.

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November Zoo News ‘Africa Rocks’ receives award

The Association for Zoos and Aquariums has recognized San Diego Zoo’s work designing and marketing its new Africa Rocks exhibit, awarding it top honors. Africa Rocks aims to educate visitors on the diversity of the African continent in both flora and fauna. The zoo’s marketing department was recognized for its ability to represent the

entirety of the exhibit in a single image or 30-second video. “Creating any marketing initiative without the ability to use imagery from the actual product is very challenging,” Ted Molter, chief marketing officer at SDZG, said in a press release. “Working with our agency of record, M&C Saatchi, we were able to create a fun, playful approach for the campaign using a variety of rock music genres, as well as illustration and animation styles, to effectively highlight the six habitats at Africa Rocks and their amazing animals.” The SDZG team was also awarded honors for the design

of the exhibit. which occupies over 8 acres and replaced an older section of the zoo. The nearly $72 million rework offers modern animal enclosures, garden spaces with a variety of exotic and endangered plant species, and dozens of native African animal species curated specially for the exhibition. Animals housed within include African penguins, vervet monkeys, leopards, ibex, five species of lemur, and more. “We are thrilled to share Conrad Prebys Africa Rocks with our zoo members and guests. Not only is Africa Rocks an incredible exhibit, allowing us to connect people

The zoo’s new exhibit ‘Africa Rocks’ was recently honored for its design and marketing. (Photos courtesy of San Diego Zoo Global) to fascinating African wildlife, but it adds another dimension to San Diego Zoo Global’s efforts to save endangered species, such as the featured African penguins and lemurs,” Douglas G. Myers, SDZG president/CEO, said in a press release.

Panda returns to homeland

The San Diego Zoo bid farewell to its 28-year-old male giant panda, Gao Gao, on Oct. 30. A father of five cubs with the zoo’s panda matriarch Bai Yun, Gao Gao’s return to China marks the next step in the zoo’s research loan agreement with the country. Partnering with the Chinese Center for Research and Conservation for the Giant Panda (CCRCGP) for the move, San Diego Zoo Global (SDZG) plans to work jointly with local researchers and handlers to acclimate the patriarch to his new habitat. “Preparations to move any animal internationally takes a great deal of planning, where the needs of the animal are considered in all preparations,” senior zoo keeper Kathy Hawk said in a press release. “For Gao Gao, it was important that we acclimate him to travel accommodations, adjust his diet and monitor him carefully, to provide him a seamless transition for repatriation to his homeland.” Gao Gao’s return comes at a time when members of SDZG and the CCRCGP are working to redefine the current understanding of panda conservation, as well as the programs that support the cause. After more than 25 years of work and research, keepers and animal scientists have learned a great deal about panda behavior, gestation, birth and life cycles. Today, the global population of giant pandas living in the wild is estimated around 2,000, and the species has been downgraded by the International Union of Conservation of Nature’s red list from endangered to vulnerable — a positive milestone for conservation efforts the world over. While threats to panda populations still exist due to loss of native habitat and food sources, the zoo hopes that with continued efforts on the parts of conservationists, these animals will be around for generations to come. Zoo patrons can still visit the zoo’s two pandas — Bai Yun, and her son with Gao Gao, Xiao Liwu — in their Panda Canyon exhibit.

Wild Night Out at the Zoo

On the evening of Dec. 13, the San Diego Zoo will remain open after hours for adult guests who want to get into the holiday spirit, animal style. This 21-and-up event invites visitors to preview the zoo’s Jungle Bells holiday celebration and includes talks with zoo keepers and staff, up-close encounters with animal ambassadors, and a voucher for a complementary beverage within the event. The zoo will remain open until 9 p.m. for the event. Food and beverages are available for purchase and will be served throughout the park. Tickets to the event are $40 and can be purchased at purchased online.

Return of Jungle Bells

The zoo’s annual holiday celebration, Jungle Bells, returns this season from Dec. 14 through Jan. 6. Visit the zoo as it’s transformed into a winter wonderland with unique decorations, animal exhibits, zoo characters, and live entertainment. It is rumored that even the big elf himself will be there to enjoy the festivities. Patrons are invited to holiday shopping at their retail locations and can enjoy special dining offers from the zoo’s restaurants and food stands. Discounted drinks and appetizers will be available from 3–5 p.m. each day of Jungle Bells. The zoo will be open 9 a.m.–8 p.m. during the event, except on Dec. 24, when the zoo closes at 5 p.m. To learn more about AZA’s honors and awards, visit aza.org/honors-awards. —Jules Shane is the editorial intern at San Diego Community News Network, parent company of San Diego Uptown News. Reach him at jshaneap@gmail.com.v

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FLY GUY Balboa Park, DeLaurentis was connected to the executive director of UNA-USA’s San Diego chapter, Bettina Hausmann. DeLaurentis will make various stops to meet with people at UNA regional offices around the world, coordinated by Hausmann. He plans to conduct interviews with these individuals about what it means to them to be a “Citizen of the World.” “One people. One planet. One plane,” is the overarching concept driving the trip. DeLaurentis noted that he first encountered the philosophy of “oneness” when completing his graduate studies in Spiritual Psychology, a threeyear study from University of Santa Monica. Once he became a pilot and began his global travels, he encountered many diverse individuals and the concept of “oneness” stuck with him. “In this world in this day in age, the world is divided. Mostly with politics, it seems, but there’s color of people, their race, their socioeconomic class,” he said. “But what I found on my first trip is that there are more similarities than differences amongst people. Everybody basically wanted peace, safety, health for their family, financial security, and the pursuit of joy and happiness.” In addition to his work with UNA, he is also sup-

“Citizen of the World,” the Gulfstream Turbine Commander 900 plane that will complete the mission (Photos courtesy of flyingthrulife.com) “Taking a plane to its absolute limits — and yourself — and going after some records is fun,” DeLaurentis said. Lack of navigation information, the threat of single pilot fatigue, and flying in some of the worst weather in the world are also difficulties DeLaurentis has had to prepare for. Most recently, he visited Connecticut to complete an open ocean survival training in case of a water crash. Despite his preparation and faith, DeLaurentis is not facing this journey without nerves or anxieties. But rather than run from the fear, he chooses to “lean into it.” In fact, one of the defining moments of his aviation career so far was rooted in fear — his brush with death due to an engine failure in a single-engine plane over the Strait of Malacca, which occurred during his “Spirit of San Diego” trip around the globe back in 2015. To survive the incident, he had to fly with a broken engine and com-

DeLaurentis, also known as the “Zen Pilot,” in the cockpit of his plane porting efforts of UC Santa Barbara (UCSB) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). DeLaurentis will have the Wafer Scale spacecraft experiment onboard, designed by scientists at UCSB and funded by NASA, which is a small circuit board approximately the size of a hand. It consists of several small “spacecraft” that are prototypes for the NASA Starlight program. Fitted with sensors, they automatically record data, take pictures and measure elements such as altitude and speed. “Each spacecraft will have a GPS, optical communications devices to interact with each other, ultra-low power radio (optional), inertial navigation, temperature and optical imaging sensors,” according to a statement from UCSB scientists, which can be found on DeLaurentis’ website. The ambitious journey has a high price tag of approximately $600,000 to $1 million — funded with the help more than 70 sponsors — due to the extensive airplane modifications that he and his team have had to make in order to ensure the plane can travel the distance.

plete an emergency landing. “At first it was tragic and scary and kind of primal, but it really changed my life,” DeLaurentis said. “Now [with] that experience I learned so much. At first, I thought ‘Hey, this plane is about to take my life,’ but then I came to realize the plane saved my life. “Even though that on the surface it would appear to be a tragic moment, it really set my life in motion in a lot of ways — about giving back, trying to improve the safety and technology of flying, sharing the passion and inspiring people to go after the things that may have thought were impossible,” he continued. This persistence to fly is what keeps him propelling forward — even in the wake of numerous threats and obstacles. Though the “Citizen of the World” is a solo trip, DeLaurentis has a nine-person team helping him with preparations, and a few co-pilots who will join him on legs of the trip. During the year-and-ahalf-long preparation process, DeLaurentis encountered many individuals who lent a hand, asking little to nothing from him. A fellow pilot gifted him

navigation charts for free; many mechanics offered services pro bono; and an artist insisted to illustrate a children’s book named “The Little Plane That Could” without pay, telling DeLaurentis he was “doing this for the world.” “It’s really remarkable. The funny thing is it’s not really wealthy people [donating], these are just regular people who are giving,” DeLaurentis said. DeLaurentis hopes that in return, he can help connect humanity around the globe and inspire them to do good — for themselves and for others. “Pilots and people can be ambassadors to whatever causes they support … I think everybody has an opportunity to do something positive,” he said. “You don’t have to be rich — you can just want to do good and help out in some minor way, but it could be the missing piece that matters.” In addition to his pilot title, DeLaurentis wears many other hats including speaker, businessman, blogger and author. He has written two books — “Flying through Life” and “Spirit of San Diego” — and hopes to turn this next flying expedition into a third. He may also release a documentary film using footage he will record up in the air and during the U.N. interviews. Though he is a “Citizen of the World,” DeLaurentis still values his connection to Uptown and his nearly three-decade residency, previously living in Golden Hill and South Park. He noted that his inspiration often sparks from morning walks through Balboa Park. It’s also no surprise that local aviation icon Charles Lindberg has influenced his path, as DeLaurentis lives in the same Bankers Hill neighborhood and even named his “Spirit of San Diego” plane after Lindberg’s “Spirit of St. Louis.” And if things go according to plan, Lindberg’s great grandson Eric may accompany DeLaurentis on the last leg of the journey home to San Diego. Through this trip — which has been completed by a very short list of pilots — DeLaurentis hopes he can break records as well as inspire others to follow their dreams. “I’d like for the people who don’t think they can’t do something to go out and at least try,” he said. “Some of the sponsors said [to me], ‘Well what happens if you crash? Our name is on the side of your plane.’ And my response to that is, ‘Well, at least I tried.’ And that’s better than not doing anything.” To learn more about DeLaurentis and his mission, visit flyingthrulife.com. —Reach Sara Butler at sara@sdcnn.com.v

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ast month, Broadway San Diego brought “Wicked” to the stage — just in time for Halloween. Broadway sensation “Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz” is a prelude to the classic film “Wizard of Oz” and offers a glimpse into the Land of Oz before Dorothy’s arrival. Based on the 1995 Gregory Maguire novel, the story follows Elphaba (Jackie Burns) and Glinda (Kara Lindsay) — roommates at Shiz University who couldn’t be more opposite. Elphaba is an outsider with green skin who is the top of her class. Clad in black clothing, she spends most of her time studying and taking care of her paraplegic sister Nessarose (Mili Diaz). Glinda is a popular blonde, a bit of a ditz and a lover of pink. She focuses on socializing with friends and her new romantic relationship with Fiyeri (Jon Robert Hall), an attractive prince new to the school. Initially, the two women butt heads at every opportunity. Yet through a series of events, they become unlikely friends. After Elphaba does a favor for her roommate, Glinda decides to give Elphaba a makeover,

prompting the well-known number “Popular.” Lindsay’s high-energy performance was a hoot, filled with Glinda’s staples of winks, hair flips and ballerina leaps. With the help of teacher and mentor Madame Morrible (Jody Gelb), the two begin practicing sorcery. They become allies that take on the story’s twists and turns together — from meeting the Wizard of Oz (Jason Graae) to running from a rioting town, fueled by rumors. When dealing with these obstacles, one of the pinnacle moments was the performance of “Gravity,” an iconic song known by many, even if they haven’t seen the show. Burns’ rendition lived up to expectations and did the song justice, sending the audience into a roaring applause as the curtains fell on the first act. Though the first half — closing with Burns’ emotional performance — was a tough act to follow, the production of the second half did not falter; it kept up the energy, emotion and awe until the final note. Every actor presented an exemplary performance but Burns and Lindsay stole the show. In addition to their individual acting talent and impressive voices, the platonic chemistry between the women

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without being gaudy. Similarly, the attire (including Elphaba’s cloak, Glinda’s gowns and the munchkins’ uniforms) matched each character’s personality and story arch without distracting from the overall plot. Arguably the highlight of the night was the lighting (Kenneth Posner), which conveyed the ever-changing emotional shifts in the dramatic

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(l to r) Glinda (Kara Lindsay) and Elphaba (Jacke Burns) face off at the scene of the death of Elphaba’s sister plot — especially in the final numbers. “Wicked,” which opened on Oct. 31, runs through Nov. 25 at the Civic Theater, 1100 Third Ave. Production dates and times vary. For tickets or more information, visit bit.ly/WickedSD. —Reach Sara Butler at sara@sdcnn.com.v

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An alluring melancholy Theater Review Jean Lowerison

ou can count on playwright Sarah Ruhl to overturn convention, pick a fight with tradition and eschew the expected. We know her primarily for her plays about clean houses, cell phones and vibrators.

But before all those, she examined melancholia — an emotional state most of us have been carefully taught to avoid or escape — in 2002’s “ Melancholy Play,” a quirky and delightful InnerMission production now playing through Nov. 24 at Diversionary Theatre’s Black Box. Tilly (Hannah Logan) is melancholy. She enjoys it (“I suffer so well, and so often”),

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but she visits psychiatrist Lorenzo (Scott Striegel) for help because the bank where she works does not prize melancholy employees. Oddly enough, other people think differently. Lorenzo, aka Lorenzo the Unfeeling (with a heavy Italian accent), is only one of several characters who will find himself falling in love with Tilly. That’s because in Ruhl’s world, there’s something appealing, even sexy about melancholy. Tilly decides to get a haircut from former physicist Frances (Cristyn Chandler), and asks if she ever feels melancholy in the afternoon while sweeping up the hair that’s no longer on anyone’s head. Frances also finds Tilly’s melancholia sexy. “She throws herself onto couches,” she tells housemate and Joan ( Vanessa Dinning), a British nurse who may be romantically connected to Frances, though this is not made clear. Joan — possibly jealous — suspiciously suggests that Frances invite Tilly for tea. When Tilly falls for Frank ( Patrick Mayuyu), an accountant turned tailor who will hem a pair of pants for her, the best — and the worst — happens. I’ll leave you to find out what that is. These five characters whirl around in short scenes, accompanied from time to time by Joan on rather melancholy cello (would you expect anything else?). Dinning, a fine actress, is also is a talented cellist. And, by the way, Joan will find Tilly rather fascinating as well. Then the play jumps off a cliff and veers into absurdism, when Frances suddenly turns into an almond. Yes. You read it right. I’m not sure why Ms. Ruhl thought that necessary, or even desirable, given that the show was ( by my lights) burbling along quite nicely. But it’s possible to appreciate it for what

(l to r) Patrick Mayuyu as Frank, Hannah Logan as Tilly and Cristyn Chandler as Frances (Photos by Jim Carmody)

‘Melancholy Play’ runs through Nov. 24 at Diversionary’s Black Box Theater. it is, which is silly and amusing. Bravo to InnerMission for another fine production, and to Carla Nell for her tuned-in direction of this fascinating, peculiar piece. She’s found the right cast (Logan is a standout as the embodiment of melancholy) and given them what they need to give us a wild and woolly ride. InnerMission and Sarah Ruhl have done it again. — Jean Lowerison is a long-standing member of the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle and can be reached at infodame@ cox.net.v

‘Melancholy Play’ Through Nov. 24 Diversionary’s Black Box Theater 4545 Park Blvd. (University Heights) Thursday–Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 4 p.m. Tickets: innermissionproductions.org

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Tahona, a mezcal bar and tasting room perched alongside Old Town’s historic Cemetery of El Campo Santo, held its grand opening on Nov. 13. The official launch, which coincides with Tahona’s first taco Tuesday, will feature specials on drinks and south-of-the-border fare from 5 p.m. to midnight. In addition, the establishment will donate $1 from every taco sold to Corazon de Vida, a nonprofit that supports orphanages throughout Baja. (The San Diego chapter was founded by Tahona’s owner, Hamar Harrag.) 2414 San Diego Ave., tahonabar.com.

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Oysters with uni butter are part of an upcoming meal at Trust in Hillcrest. (Photo courtesy of Chemistry PR)

As chef Brad Wise of Trust and Hundred Proof (both located on Park Boulevard) prepares for a January opening of a third venture called Fort Oak in Mission Hills, he is recreating the “sunny San Diego” dinner he presented in October to a soldout dining room at the James Beard House in New York City. In conjunction with his pastry chef, Jeremy Harville, the multi-course meal will be served from 6 to 9 p.m., Nov. 13 at Trust. Dishes include

house-cured country ham; charred Pacific oysters with uni butter; barbecue quail; striped bass with ponzu and chilies; and a gourmet take on Cracker Jacks using a corn cake. The dinner is meant to showcase produce and other ingredients from San Diego and Baja. Each course will be paired with wines from global regions. The price is $160, which includes tax and gratuity. 3752 Park Blvd., 619-795-6901, trustrestaurantsd.com.

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North Park saw the recent arrival of La Catrina Tapas & Cantina, a modern-casual bistro that replaced Tostadas. The concept, says co-owner Roger Canez, brings to San Diego the flavors of Mexico, including those from the culinary culture of Baja’s Valle de Guadalupe wine region. A vibrant, festive design sets the stage for a menu spotlighting fresh seafood, grilled meats and unique specialty dishes such as rib-eye on a Himalayan salt block, and surf-and-turf featuring octopus and carnitas with wild mushrooms. Mexican

Hillcrest makes way for another ramen house. (Yelp) Replacing the short-lived Espettos Brazilian Skewers in Hillcrest is HiroNori Craft Ramen, a popular Japanese restaurant with locations in Long Beach and Irvine. Due to open within the next two months, the ramen adheres to traditional techniques by using house-made noodles and

barrel-aged sauces. The broths are softly boiled for 24 hours, and include a vegan option. Other menu options include pork buns, crispy chicken, and rice bowls with a choice of proteins. A complete remodel to the space is set to begin soon. 3803 Fifth Ave., hironoricraftramen.com.

With a strong cult following in place, the East Coast-founded Duck Donuts recently opened in Encinitas and could branch into metro San Diego, according to Laura Aughinbaugh, who is a franchisee with her husband, Brad. The couple plans on opening two additional locations in North County in the near future, although Aughinbaugh says, “We’ll step up to the plate if the company wants more in San Diego. They are seeing first how these West Coast

locations will go.” Duck Donuts originated in Duck, North Carolina in 2006, and has since expanded to 73 outlets throughout the country, although there are only a few in California. The company is known for its made-to-order donuts, all of which have vanilla-cake bases. Customers choose from a variety of drizzles and toppings. Signature creations and donut sundaes are also available. 1452 Encinitas Blvd., 760-452-6849, duckdonuts.com.

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An old-time meat company opens a large, new outlet in Escondido. (Photo courtesy of Katherine by the Sea)

Butcher shops in San Diego County are scarce. So when a long-established shop expands, it deserves a shout out. Up in Escondido, the

cherished Kennedy’s Meat Company moved next door into new 5,000-square-foot digs featuring a restaurant, a market, and a spacious food-prep area to

University Ave., 619-436-0060, lacatrinacantinasd.com. accommodate catering orders. Founded in 1972 by Jesus Soto in Heber, California, the original store served as a convenient stop for basic staples as well as Soto’s famous carne asada. The Escondido shop marks the company’s third location. The others are located in Imperial Beach and El Centro. They’re co-operated by Soto’s grandson, Mark. The butcher counter sells specialty meats such as Angus prime, wagyu and Kobe beef, pollo asado, and the legendary carne asada. The dine-in and takeout sections offer tacos, burritos, bowls, fries and more. 1766 East Valley Parkway, 760-746-4622, kennedysmeatcompany.com. —Frank Sabatini Jr. can be reached at fsabatini@san.rr.com.v

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Chinese favorites on the draw Restaurant Review Frank Sabatini Jr.

orner Cafe is the only fast-casual Chinese eatery in Hillcrest that makes dishes to order. But it isn’t on a corner. And it has too big of a menu to qualify as a “cafe.” Located between Hash House a Go Go and The Loft, owner Tony Chan took over the former Poke Go last month to provide people on the run classic, Americanized takes on chow mein, orange chicken, broccoli beef and the like. He admits the food hardly reflects that of his native Hong Kong, but adds with a chuckle, “We cook it better than Panda Express.” For better or worse, the dishes I tried escaped the cloying glazes you’ll find in such cafeteria-style concepts, where chicken shellacked in palm sugar can taste like donut holes, or beef drowning in hoisin sauce can resemble candied figs. The oil levels seemed tamer in comparison as well. An order of house-made pork egg rolls could have passed as oven-baked. But they’re actually deep-fried and then finished off in the wok. Packed densely with tasty mulched pork, they were remarkably free of grease and fatty bits, ranking as some of the most satisfying crispy rolls I’ve had in a long time. Chan also co-owns Facing East in Kearny Mesa, a full-service restaurant specializing in Asian-fusion cuisine. Though for his Hillcrest venture, he wanted something “fast and easy” despite offering upwards of 85 dishes. Specialty tea and milk drinks, and

flavored “snows” are also on the menu. The interior features sparse décor and about six tables. The only menus for customers to wrap their eyes around are those taped to the order counter and front window. (Printed menus to pass out would benefit the business greatly.) Tempted by the “ultimate wings” choices — sweet and sour, honey-garlic, Korean BBQ and more — I zeroed in on a few lunch entrees that provided me instant gratification onsite before taking most of the food home for dinner with my spouse later. Black pepper pork was my favorite. The combination of soy sauce, sugar and coarse black pepper is usually reserved for beef in Chinese kitchens. Though as I suspected, it worked beautifully with thin, tender strips of pork, which are stir-fried with onions and bell peppers. A few squirts of Sriracha sauce added the ideal zip. A dish called “garlic veggies chicken” featured hearty measures of veggies, including baby corn, and medallions of chicken breast. But the garlic factor was somewhat restrained. I vote for adding an extra clove or two per dish. Abundant pieces of chicken breast appeared again in a generous order of chow mein strewn with cabbage and shredded carrots — exactly like it’s been served in ChineseAmerican restaurants for decades. No surprises or twists. Just fresh-tasting wheat noodles that added a soft greaseless backdrop to the poultry and veggies. Nowhere on the menu did I see stars listed alongside dishes to indicate they’re spicy. Nary a red chili pepper surfaced in my

Corner Cafe 3614 Fifth Ave. (Hillcrest) 619-542-9942 Prices: Soups, wings and appetizers: $3.99 to $12.99 Chow mein and fried rice dishes: $9.99 to $13.99 Entrees: $10.99 to $14.99 Lunch specials: $6.99 to $8.99 (daily until 2:30 p.m.) entrees either. But Chan assured that dishes can be made spicy upon request, which I would certainly prefer for items like the kung pao chicken or garlic-pepper shrimp. Other choices on the lengthy menu — which neighborhood residents will surely welcome as they continue to discover the place — include beef fried rice, barbecue pork chow mein, cashew chicken, honey-walnut shrimp and teriyaki eel. There are also starters — some common and some not — ranging from cream cheese wontons and hot and sour soup to onion pancakes and fried squid balls. Whatever your preference, few will protest the arrival of Corner Cafe in a city that has seen a sharp decline in Chinese restaurants over the past 10 years. —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. Reach him at fsabatini@san.rr.com.v

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The “garlic veggies chicken” entree

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The fast-casual Chinese eatery opened quietly in October (Photos by Frank Sabatini Jr.)

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Happy ‘hour’ in a candlelight setting Come On Get Happy!

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f a first date you’ve had at some coffeehouse or cafe ends blissfully, Bleu Bohéme in Kensington is the ideal place to test whether that rapture will evolve into a white-hot flame. The romantic atmosphere — dimly lit with stick candles — carries elements of a European castle, though on a much cozier scale. Better yet, go during daily happy hour. You’ll lessen the blow for whoever pays for those inevitable Champagne cocktails, moules frites and other French indulgences that are never cheap no matter where you go. The daily deals save you about 20 percent on select dishes and drinks, but only for a fast hour (between 5 and 6 p.m.), which gives you just enough time to determine if your interlude will seamlessly roll into the evening, perhaps over a bottle of Cote du Rhone blanc and a plate of duck leg confit from Blue Bohéme’s regular menus. Such a scenario unfolded in my recent visit during happy

619-255-4167 bleuboheme.com Daily happy hour: 5-6 p.m. hour. It was moments after sunset, just as customers’ faces took on radiant glows from candlelight, that a couple seated alongside me on a cushy banquette in the bar area began inquiring about each other’s travel histories. Always one to eavesdrop, they continued sharing personal info that went above and beyond that in their “profiles,” which they referenced a few times but without revealing the actual dating service. I sensed pure compatibility and felt shamelessly entertained as they reveled in a quarter-liter “pichet” of red wine ($9.95 to $11.95) and a fluted glass of French Champagne ($7.95). I ordered the “Kensington Kaleo” martini ($10.95), named after a neighborhood resident and esteemed customer who happened to be sitting outside

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The happy-hour options feature elegant cocktails, fine wines by the “pichet” and nearly 10 craft beers.

Food:

In a rare blip, the crab croquettes were too salty. But bargains also exist on escargot, duck frites, fivecheese pasta, and various preparations of mussels with French fries, all of which have proven reliable in the past.

Value:

This isn’t a happy hour in which $10 will score you a drink and a bite. But the extra money you spend compared to other places buys you an overall highquality experience.

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The waitstaff keeps a watchful eye on customers without being intrusive — exactly what you expect from a fine French restaurant.

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A romantic, Medievallike atmosphere pervades throughout the bar lounge and dining room, both of which are exquisitely lit by candles after sunset. on the heated patio, as my waiter pointed out. He invented the drink, which calls for a couple ounces of vodka, a shot of Aperol, a teaspoon of sugar, and splashes of orange and lemon juices. It’s a refreshingly bitter concoction designed for sipping. Yet as with all martinis that come into this clumsy grip, a portion

of it sloshed out the glass and onto the table. Thanks to an astute wait staff, the embarrassing puddle was promptly cleaned up, and with no attention drawn to the mishap. My noshes for the hour were crusty bread with butter (complimentary) and a pair of crab croquettes ($12.95) accented with daubs of saffron aioli. Unfortunately, the shredded crab in the croquettes was overtaken by salt and excessive

breadcrumbs. For the same price, I should have chosen instead the duck frites, the mushroom ravioli, or the onion-bacon Reblochon tart — reliable standbys I’ve savored in past visits. Nonetheless, I left on a favorable note given Bleu Bohéme’s top-notch service, upscale menu choices and captivating atmosphere — all of which prompted the spied-upon couple to indeed ask for a full dinner menu.v

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Letting in the light on Ray Street

he view has brightened on the northwest corner of Ray Street and North Park Way. Salvage Salon has moved into the former chiropractic office at 3800 Ray St. and let in the light of the original historic building. “This salon and everyone who dwells within these walls are what lights us up. We feel humbled to be a part of this neighborhood and we do not take it for granted,” Salvage Salon owners Mike and Jessica Anderson said on their website. They also note they “love old chippy things,” which is obvious

from their careful restoration of the building and installation of unique furnishings. Their warm community attitude and pride in their business continue the more than 90-year commitment to excellence by various companies in this location. The corner building, with the original address of 3804 Ray St., was constructed by prolific North Park builder Charles M. Williams in 1926. It first housed a grocery store that was owned and operated by George Wittman. He was president of Ideal Grocers, Inc., a cooperative wholesale grocery firm organized in 1925. By 1927, the organization counted nearly 60 independent grocery stores as its members and touted the group’s buying power

Antique mirrors hung on aged doors reflect the street scene through the expansive windows of Salvage Salon at 3800 Ray St. (Photos by Katherine Hon)

Light floods the interior of the new salon after Mike and Jessica Anderson uncovered the original transom windows.

that enabled each store to offer important grocery items at very low prices. Ideal Grocers, Inc. also emphasized community roots wherever its stores were located. A full-page advertisement in the Evening Tribune’s Sept. 2, 1927 issue announced: “When you buy an article in an Ideal Grocery Store, you are assured of courteous attention and the personal interest of the man who OWNS the store. Your Ideal Grocer and his family are a part of your community, and they are vitally interested in seeing that you are absolutely satisfied with each and every purchase.” Additionally, in 1931 — during the Great Depression — Ideal Grocers, Inc. helped support their community by donating food to the needy. The Wittman family lived next door to their store at 3812 Ray St. When George Wittman died in 1947, his sons Huber and Harold Wittman continued to operate the store for a few years. Abramson’s Furniture and Carpet Company later moved into the space in 1950. Abraham Abramson was a native of Hungary who came to the U.S. as a young child with his family in 1907. He moved to San Diego in 1945 and worked as a salesman at Charles Rowbens & Co. Furniture, Rugs and Appliances on El Cajon Boulevard before opening his own store in North Park. In July 1950, Abramson’s Furniture and Carpet Company switched their focus to carpet only and held a massive clearance sale of furniture. Imagine buying a “High Grade 3-Piece Sectional in raspberry frieze” for only $169.50, as advertised in the San Diego Union’s July 23, 1950 issue. The carpet store anchored the corner for 20 years. Abraham Abramson died in 1970, and the business was sold to Sid’s Carpet Barn of National City. The new owner, Sidney Rubin, intended to operate the North Park carpet store on Ray Street but announced in the San Diego Union’s Aug. 15, 1971 issue that conditions had changed and “We Quit This Location.” Another long-term business that occupied 3804 Ray St. was Parliament Builders, which moved to North Park in 1975.

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drawings illustrate that transom windows above the awning had been covered up and stone veneer added to the exterior facade after Abramson’s Carpet left. Fans of North Park’s authentic architecture welcome the restoration accomplished by Salvage Salon. With great care, the Andersons uncovered the original transom windows and replaced broken pieces of glass. They painted the false stonework on the facade to blend with the exterior walls, opened up the interior and removed the dropped ceiling. The overall effect is bright, light and more historically accurate. —Katherine Hon is the secretary of the North Park Historical Society. Reach her at info@northparkhistory.org or 619-294-8990.v

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Red Door Comedy Join the improv group that was named Best of the Fest at the 2018 San Diego Improv Festival. One of LA’s top improv groups will be at Finest City Improv for one night. $12. Doors open at 8 p.m. 4250 Louisiana St. Visit bit.ly/2FcmuvH. ‘Mesmerica: A Visual Music Journey’ Experience the magic of a 360-degree immersive art and music cinema experience at the Fleet Science Center Planetarium. Mesmerica is a visual music journey that brings the mesmerizing music of Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist, James Hood, together with visually hypnotic, 3-D animated art curated from artists around the world. The show creates an experience designed to transcend time, relax, soothe, and also stimulate your mind and senses. Also held on Nov. 23 and Nov. 30. $12-$39. Two shows per night, 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m., at 1875 El Prado in Balboa Park. Visit bit.ly/mesmerica.

world of lit, led by store staff. Discuss new and popular titles, old favorites, or staff recommendations. Enjoy complimentary coffee from Communal Coffee, as well as a 20 percent discount off all books discussed for all in attendance. Free. 11:30 a.m. at 3010-B Juniper St. Visit thebookcatapult.com.

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Cannalaw Connections Cannalaw Connections, an LA-based law firm specializing in marijuana manufacturing, hosts its monthly meeting for residents and industry leaders to connect and learn about the state’s cannabis regulations. Dinner is included with cost of admission, followed by a roundtable discussion focusing on how to prepare commercial cannabis applications for submission. Tickets are $10 in advance or $20 at the door. 6:308 p.m. in the Comerica Bank building, 600 B St. Visit bit.ly/2qBqrQv.

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Harry Potter Beer Fest Join local brewers for an even i ng of H a r r y Pot ter-inspired brews as the historic Irenic in North Park is transformed into to the Wizarding World of Ha r r y Potter — complete with Hogwarts Great Hall, Diagon A lley, and the Leaky Cauldron. The event will host a beer tasting of more than 20 winter, pumpkin, and holiday ales including Snape’s Lair of Secret Cider Potions and Adult Butter Beer. There will also be plenty of characters, food from Mac Shackk, and live music. $35. 21-and-up. 6:30-10:30 p.m. at 3090 Polk Ave. Visit bit.ly/2qJfah7.

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Grand Re-Soapening Earthwell Refill has reopened in Kensington and will hold a grand reopening celebration. They’ll have popcorn, bubbles, smoothies from Buluh Straws, live music, a children's workshop and more. Customers are encouraged to bring in their own containers to refill with soaps ranging from skincare and shampoo to household detergents. 3:30-6:30 p.m. at 4114 Adams Ave. Visit earthwellrefill.com. Open Mic at Communal Coffee Do you love to sing? Have a great voice and want to share it with the community? Join Communal Coffee’s South Park location for a community open mic night. Arrive early to sign up. Free. 7-9 p.m. at 2221 Fern St. Visit communalcoffee.com. Mission Hills Library Book Sale The Friends of the Mission Hills Library will hold a book sale. 9 a.m.-noon at Mission Hills Library, 925 W. Washington St. Visit bit.ly/LibraryMH.

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Robin Henkel at the House of Blues Four-time winner of “Best Blues” at the San Diego Music Awards, Robin Henkel performs country blues with an intensity rarely seen in Southern California. Henkel has built his own blues-style drawing from the influences of Robert Johnson, Fred McDowell, Muddy Waters, Skip James and others. Enjoy his talented blues performance while you dine in. Free; reservations required. All ages. 7-10 p.m. at House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave. Visit bit.ly/2qAq5td.

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SATURDAY

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Ian Sweet at Soda Bar Pop-punk solo act Ian Sweet will stop by Uptown, touring her new album “Crush Crusher.” Young Jesus opens. $12$14. 21-and-up. Doors 8:30; show 9 p.m. at Soda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd. Visit sodabarmusic.com.

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Nov.

San Diego Jazz Fest The 39th annual San Diego Jazz Festival will be hosted at the Town & Country Hotel through Nov. 25. Jazz Fest offers large concert rooms and dance halls as well as small, intimate listening rooms. Bands represent a wide variety of traditional jazz, Dixieland, ragtime, swing and rockabilly styles. The festival offers something for every taste in classic jazz. $125 for all five days. Various times at 500 Hotel Circle North. Visit bit.ly/SDJazzFest.

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‘Rococo Rivals and Revival’ Through Dec. 30 The Timken Museum of Art has announced its upcoming exhibition, “Rococo Rivals and Revivals,” which explores the distinctive style that flourished in the 18th century. The exhibition includes loans from the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., the Wallraf-Richartz Musuem, University of San Diego’s Print Collection, and several private individuals, as well as objects from the Timken’s own permanent collection. Free. 1500 El Prado, The Timken Museum. Visit timkenmuseum.org. ‘Dr. Otic’s Miraculous Old Town Showdown’ Through February 2019 Dr. Otic's Miraculous & Audience-Powered Old Town Showdown — Similar to "Who's Line is it Anyway?" — is a fun and interactive show based entirely on audience suggestions. Showdown performances are every Friday and Saturday night, but each show is a unique experience created on the spot by our talented ensemble of improvisors. Reservations recommended. $14–$17. All ages; family-friendly. 7–9 p.m. at Old Town Improv Co., 2415 San Diego Ave. #103. Visit bit.ly/dr-otic.

SUNDAY

Patrick Coleman at Book Catapult Local author and poet Patrick Pocket Hole at Soda Bar Coleman will stop by South Rolling rock band from San Park to discuss and sign his Diego will perform with open- new collection of prose poems, ers Shindigs and Beverage. “Fire Season.” Free. 7:30 p.m. $6. 21-and-up. Doors 8 p.m.; at The Book Catapult, 3010-B show 9 p.m. at Soda Bar, 3615 Juniper St.

Nov.

‘Wicked’ Through Nov. 25 The Broadway musical sensation is coming to town. From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, “Wicked” — the untold story of the witches of Oz — transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers as “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry, and think.” Tickets start at $39. Times vary at Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. Visit bit.ly/SDWicked.

Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll Ring in the holiday season at the 4th annual Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll, hosted on this year’s Small Business Saturday. Sample holiday-themed cocktails curated by 12 of Adams Avenue’s most talented bartenders Stand-up at Whistle Stop from the area’s popular restaurants and bars. Be- Comedy night returns to the tween cocktails, indulge with Whistle Stop Bar in South treats from several sweet- Park. Megan Gailey from stop pop-up shops added to “Conan” and “Comedy Central ‘Stories of Struggles Triumphs’ this year’s event. Guest can Stand-Up” headlines. Eddie Through January 2020 sip and eat while shopping at Della Siepe from the “Bare- The San Diego History Cen21 Adams Avenue retail loca- ly Friending” podcast is also ter, in partnership with the tions. $20. 2-5 p.m. at 3441 featured. Additional comics Lambda Archives of San DiAdams Ave. include Allie Amrien, Robert ego, brings the first-ever exBronson, Myles Magallanes, hibition in Balboa Park foVisit bit.ly/2qCGM7g. Beau Hufford and Daniel Del- cused on the history of San gado. $5 at the door. 8 p.m. at Diego’s LGBTQ+ community. Gingerbreads on Goldfinch Celebrate Small Business 2236 Fern St. Visitors will experience and Saturday with Mission Hills Visit bit.ly/riffcitynov28. learn about the community’s small businesses. Shops will struggles to overcome persebe filled to the brim to kick cution, the battle with AIDS, WEDNESDAY off the holiday shopping seabullying and intolerance, the son. Children are invited to power of the community, and the tremendous strides taken decorate their very own gingerbread creations at the in the fight for equal rights. The exhibit curator is noted life-sized Craftsman GinNov. author and historian Lillian gerbread Shop, created by Food Network award-winner Faderman. Times vary. 1649 and local resident Jennifer El Prado, Suite #3. Duncan from Cake Bakery. Visit bit.ly/struggles-triumphs. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at 4010 Goldfinch St. Visit MissionHillsBID.com.

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RECURRING EVENTS Mondays Lestat’s West Open Mic Weekly open mic event hosted by Robby Robertson every Monday. 6:30–11 p.m. at Lestat’s, 3343 Adams Ave. Visit bit.ly/LestatsWest.

Tuesdays Trivia Night at Brew Project Here’s Johnny! Answer five to seven rounds of questions and participate in team challenges for raffles and prizes. Weekly event hosted by Johnny Grant. 7 p.m. The Brew Project, 3683 Fifth Ave., Hillcrest. Visit bit.ly/BrewTrivia.

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. Visit bit.ly/ThursMarket Thursdays at The Ken San Diego’s late-night jazz jam convenes every Thursday night. Hosted by musicians Ian Buss, Robert Dove and Hugo Suarez. $5. 10 p.m.– 1:30 a.m. at The Kensington Club, 4079 Adams Ave. Visit bit.ly/ThursKen.

Fridays Free Friend Fridays Looking for a co-working space with value-aligned social entrepreneurs, artists, nonprofit professionals and local startups? Collective Impact Center offers a complimentary day pass to use shared desks and office space. Bring your laptop and check in on social media with hashtag #cicfreefriendfriday for free Wi-Fi. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at Collective Impact Center, 3295 Meade Ave. Visit bit.ly/free-Fridays.

Saturdays 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. Visit bit.ly/GHMarket. 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. Visit bit.ly/OTMarket.

Sundays Hillcrest Farmers Market About 175 vendors offer a variety of locally grown fruit, produce, gifts, arts and crafts, flowers, and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. on Normal Street between University and Lincoln avenues. Visit bit.ly/HillcrestMarket. To view a comprehensive calendar of events happening throughout San Diego, visit our online calendar at bit.ly/UTNCal. —Compiled by Jules Shane and Sara Butler. Email calendar item requests to sara@sdcnn.com.v

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