December 15,
2009
Another Free Tuesday in Balboa Park
December 14,
2009
Getting ready for the holidays
Rain clouds cleared for a sunny and crisp Sunday morning at the Hillcrest Farmers Market with a special Hillcrest Business Association (HBA) event held throughout the day where everyone was encouraged to make holiday ornaments at the HBA information booth. Stop by any time to find out what is happening in Hillcrest and/or pick up a free copy of HillQuest.
Above, Tiara proudly displays her gingerbreadman-in-progress, as mom and brother Jonathan work on their own creations.
Hillcrest Farmers Market is open 9am- 2pm every Sunday rain or shine...except on Christmas and New Years Day.
December 13,
2009
December 12,
2009
Todd Gloria meets with constituents
Councilmember Todd Gloria held his final community coffee of 2009 at Balboa Park’s Hall of Champions this morning. Constituents from City Heights, North Park, Hillcrest and Fairmont Park attended. Gloria opened the gathering by discussing this past Wednesday’s council vote which approved the cuts in Mayor Sanders’ 18-month budget and encouraged everyone to come to City Hall on Monday to express support for individual programs, services and departments for the final vote. Todd said he continues to hope that a planner’s position in Developmental Services that specifically works with historic designation will be spared. San Diego activist Mel Shapiro led off the Q&A session by asking why CCDC’s redevelopment agency was not subject to the same cuts that were made to the general fund. Gloria explained that these funds are regulated separately. Other residents expressed concerns about quality of life issues in their neighborhoods.
December 11,
2009
Early bird rates through the end of December
Do you have an interest in promoting your business for as little as $1 a day? Advertisers may purchase a space in the 2010-11 edition of HillQuest’s Urban Guide before the end of this month at 2009 prices. It’s a well-known fact: HillQuest is San Diego’s best advertising value.
One ad will keep your message front and center in the community (and beyond) for over 12 months (and beyond) — such a deal! For as little as $350 you’ll receive a year’s worth of exposure throughout Hillcrest, one of America’s top ten great neighborhoods. As a bonus, you’ll have a FREE listing on Hillcrest’s most popular website. Next year’s HillQuest, an Urban Guide to 92103+ (out June 2010) will include our usual goodies — history, dining, services, pioneers, community, shopping, lodging & other surprises. HQ8 will also feature Kensington as the next “Neighbors” chapter. Early bird rates are available through December 31st. Call (619) 260-1929 for details.
December 10,
2009
Hillcrest Taste ’N’ Tinis
Fabulous weather was on the menu Thursday evening as the Hillcrest Business Association (HBA) hosted a new event paring tasty cuisine & martinis along with with seasonal shopping and free gift wrap.
Hillcrest bustled with wandering tasters filled with holiday spirits. Cathedral Candles, Bath & Home shop owner Amy Capano commented that many first-time customers stopped by her store that was decorated beautifully for the business association event. Tasters Terry and Danielle (at left) gave Cathedral’s chocolate martinis two thumbs up! Over 300 participants enjoyed the HBA’s inaugural Hillcrest Taste ’N’ Tinis at over 40 restaurants and retail stores throughout the neighborhood.
December 9,
2009
