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Monday, April 30, 2007	Official San Diego LGBT Pride Souvenir Program 2007’s Pride parade/festival will be held July 21-22nd, one week earlier than previous years...and the official program will hit the streets June 18th packed with information & goodies. Circulation on the full color, glossy program will double to 40,000 copies, but retain last year’s rates. (deadline is Monday, May 14). Ad Ink Advertising Agency, the home of HillQuest is coordinating ad sales. “We are excited to work with Pride again this year,” said Nancy Moors. “2007 will double the distribution, but keep 2006 ad rates. This is a great value for businesses wanting to outreach to the LGBT community.” Distribution will include 16,000 copies delivered throughout San Diego and the festival; 8,000 in Long Beach; 10,000 in Los Angeles; 5,000 in Palm Springs; and 500 copies in Las Vegas and Phoenix. Businesses and organizations are also reminded that unlike any other local Pride program, the net proceeds from this book are returned to the community in the form of contributions and grants. To be a part of this win-win publication call Nancy Moors at (619) 260-1929.
Sunday, April 29, 2007	“I think people do not appreciate it when someone tries to hold them to their word, unless you’ve got big-ass bucks you’re spending with said person. The industry is filled with flakes and hooligans and sharks. It all comes down to what Dear Mr. Penishead said — ‘This industry isn’t about music, it has nothing to do with music. It has to do with money.’” — Danielle LoPresti in this week’s feature story in the SD Reader
Saturday, April 28, 2007	ArtWalk is his weekend, April 28-29 from noon-6pm in Little Italy Head to Little Italy on Saturday/Sunday for ArtWalk which will showcase more than 350 artists at the region’s largest outdoor art festival with an audience of over 90,000. The free visual and performing art celebration is set along the side streets of India Street in Little Italy’s charming neighborhood. The team that produces the event is extremely excited about the caliber of art that will be featured this year. Visitors will have an opportunity to visit with hundreds of artists, enjoy their work and learn what inspired them. The festival features San Diego’s top musical performers and dance companies, interactive art activities for children, food and fun!
Friday, April 27, 2007	Gallon of Gas Rises Another 4¢ in Hillcrest The 76 ConocoPhillips gas station at the corner of Sixth and Robinson upped their prices again yesterday morning. How are the high prices affecting you (besides making a bigger dent in your wallet)? Are you walking or using a bike more? Car pooling? Has anyone started taking public transportation? How much does a gallon of gas need to reach before you’ll change your habits? To get around on surface streets HillQuest has two NEVs (neighborhood electric vehicles with over 5,000 miles on their combined odometers). We love our little GEMcars.
Thursday, April 26, 2007	Eat Up, Dine Out and Make a Difference Mayor Jerry Sanders (right) held a mid-day press conference at the Crest Cafe yesterday to promote Dining Out for Life, an international campaign involving some of San Diego’s finest restaurants in collaboration with The Center. City Councilmembers Kevin Faulconer, Toni Atkins and Center chair Todd Gloria thanked the Crest Cafe’s Cecelia Moreno for her participation and urged the city to support this worthly fundraiser. Today (Thursday, April 26) dozens of local eateries have pledged 25% of their day’s food and liquor sales to benefit The Center’s HIV/AIDS prevention programs for Youth & Latinos and direct services for those living with HIV/AIDS.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007	From a volunteer... “Whenever Hillcrest has a cleanup I look forward to being there. For me, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday morning, being outdoors, with like-minded friendly people cleaning the streets that I walk and call home. Last Sunday, many people stopped to thank our team, and it was a good feeling to know that what we were doing was making a difference, and they noticed and appreciated our effort. This is the best volunteer group I have been with. Ben Cartright makes a good team leader. I enjoyed working with him, but kudos to everyone for all your hard work! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your TEAM.” — Hillcrest resident Ina Chu
Tuesday, April 24, 2007	“City Attorney Michael Aguirre is nobody’s lapdog. As the elected City Attorney, he fearlessly protects the interests of San Diegans, at times to the consternation of elected officials or their staff. It is fair to say that during his tenure his efforts to resolve the thorny issues facing the City of San Diego have ruffled more than a few feathers.” — Deputy City Attorney Steven Hansen re: the dismissal request from Sunroad defense lawyers
Monday, April 23, 2007	Yesterday’s 18th annual Earthfair had something of interest for everyone, and the weather was beautiful. Here’s a slideshow of the neighborhood (below) and a few shots from the fun and informative Earthfair in Balboa Park.

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