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Monday, December 24, 2007	How about a little Christ in your Christmas? Father Tony Noble, the rector at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, sends his blessings to each and every one of you during this holy season. All Saints’, located at the corner of Sixth & Pennsylvania, is presenting a host of choices for one and all. At 6pm on Christmas Eve (tonight) Father Tony and his flock will be having a Creche service especially for families. Join the congregation to set up of the Christmas Creche and a solemn mass. The evening continues at 10:30 with Christmas carols sung by the choir and the congregation followed by a Christmas Eve Midnight Mass. On Christmas Day a low mass (at 8am) and high mass (at 10am) will take place at Hillcrest’s oldest church. All are welcome.
Sunday, December 23, 2007	“I really don’t understand it. I would have thought that more people would have thought that was improper. But I don’t know if that’s the way things have been done around here for a long time.” — Mayor Jerry Sanders at the intersection of Public Integrity & Public Safety re: his employees cheating
Saturday, December 22, 2007	“It does not surprise me that the people who are in support of this hugely out of place project are either non-residents, business owners, developers or architects. What disappoints me the most is that our local Planning Committee and the City Council have taken a stance so pro-business that they’ve forgotten the people they serve – the residents.” — Kensington resident Sherry Hopwood in today’s letters to the U-T editor
Friday, December 21, 2007	“This complex has been a part of the Hillcrest community almost as long as the community has existed. While it was originally built as a hotel, it was converted to apartments about 50 years ago. Today, it is a prime location within walking distance of all the trendy shops and restaurants. Our goal is to participate in the area’s urban rejuvenation and make this a luxuriously stylish building for not only the residents, but the community as well.” — StarPoint Properties president re: their recent acquisition of the Casa Grande apartment house
Thursday, December 20, 2007	Santa Claus at Bow Wow Beauty Shoppe The big guy in the red suit kicked back at Bow Wow Beauty Shoppe (1735 University Avenue) tonight to pose with pets for holiday photos. Owner Leel Michelle led tours of her six new individually themed pet suites and outside runs just perfect for doggy day care. Stop by her salon just west of Park Boulevard, and check it out....and while you’re there stop next door to the former location of Crepes de Paris and welcome Hillcrest’s newest restaurant, Babbo Grande (aka Big Daddy), to the neighborhood. Michael, Carmen and Mike are now serving comfort cuisine...yum! Are you dreaming of a White Christmas?
Wednesday, December 19, 2007	A gift to preserve our history The Hillcrest History Guild, the nonprofit group that celebrated our community’s centennial throughout 2007, remains focused on remembering our past while linking to the future...and they could use your support. Until the end of the year individuals may become charter members of The Guild for only $10. Business may also consider gifting the 501-c3 with a tax deductible donation. In the new year the organization will begin walking tours to share our history. Interesting in being a docent? Give a call to (619) 260-1929. Other volunteer opportunities are also available. Become involved in our neighborhood’s history!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007	“Any corrections of the 163 overpasses on University and Richmond should be funded as a serious public safety issue. As it is, the height of the railing is way too low to offer protection to pedestrians or bicyclists. Travelers on the 163 also are at risk.” — Rafael sharing his thoughts re: Pedestrian experiences around Hillcrest in the HillQuest forum
Monday, December 17, 2007	Holiday parties abound Local realtor Celeste Dunn threw a festive open house in her charming University Heights Spanish casita yesterday afternoon. Neighbors, friends and realtors shared a lovely Sunday connecting with old friends and meeting new ones. At right Celeste greets fellow Coldwell Banker realtor Ginny Ollis where else...in the kitchen. You may reach Celeste at (619) 459-0782 for all your real estate needs. Ho ho ho

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