Friday,
August 8,
2008
2008
— Hillcrest resident Andrew Towne
in this
week’s letters to the GLT editor
Thursday,
August 7,
2008
2008
Another great summer night on the roof
Thanks to Whole Foods Market, the Uptown Sunrise Rotary and the Hillcrest History Guild for sponsoring last night’s free movie under the Hillcrest stars. The market grilled for those who didn’t bring picnics, and free snacks/frozen fruit bars were handed out to the appreciative crowd who enjoyed a beautiful evening with an award-winning film.
Please let us
know your suggestions for the next title.
Wednesday,
August 6,
2008
2008
Summer movie tonight at Whole Foods
Get on the bus for this “Winning, hilarious and heartwarming” film...Little Miss Sunshine featuring Abigail Breslin will be shown this evening atop Whole Foods Market. Bring your folding chairs and blankets for a free night of fun under the Hillcrest stars from their rooftop parking lot.
The popular market first partnered with the Hillcrest History Guild last year to show March of the Penguins as part of the centennial celebration. This summer the Uptown Sunrise Rotary is renting the movie, and the HHG has purchased a new inflatable screen for tonight’s showing. Everyone is invited to enjoy this award-winning movie with your friends and family. Bring a picnic, the viewing area opens at 6pm. Pizza orders and BBQ fare will be available for purchase. The movie will begin about 8pm.
Tuesday,
August 5,
2008
2008
Another great freebie...
Keep those folding chairs and blankets ready as you grab a picnic for another free night of fun in University Heights this Friday for the final summer concert at Trolley Barn Park (Adams Avenue east of Park Blvd). Sue Palmer’s fabulous Motel Swing Orchestra will be playing from 6-8pm. Don’t miss it.
And mark your calendars for next Thursday’s Toast to Hillcrest!
Monday,
August 4,
2008
2008
Sign says closed ’til 8/14, city says more
The closure of Sixth Avenue between Upas and Pennsylvania was initially anticipated to occur between July 21-29 for a sewer project. However the contractor ran into difficulties, and the road will be closed for an additional month to complete the installation of a junction structure.
Last week, soil sloughing occurred during the drilling operation at elevation 1-12 feet in an area close to a gas line. As a result the excavated area may grow wider to take more than half of the road. Since the site condition has created some concern, the contractor is evaluating other options and has requested keeping the road closed until the junction structure is safely in place. Be patient.
Sunday,
August 3,
2008
2008
— Watchdog report, “After the
Fires” — the lead story in today’s Union-Tribune
Saturday,
August 2,
2008
2008
— C. A. Kozik in today’s letters
to the U-T editor
Friday,
August 1,
2008
2008
Get used to Sixth Avenue being closed
To some it’s a hassle, but many residents are enjoying having four lanes of empty asphalt as a gateway to and from Balboa Park. “It’s sooo much easier to ride a bike or jog,” said one happy Hillcrester. The city’s notice explained that on July 21 the street would be closed for eight days to relocate or replace several sewer manholes and the installation of over 1,000 feet of new sewer main.
Last week the “closed” date was moved forward to August 4, and yesterday it was again changed to August 14. So...who knows. Be patient. It will be closed for at least another two weeks. In the meantime, try to avoid Pennsylvania, especially during peak traveling times.
