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Monica Garske

Senior National Content Editor

Monica is based in San Diego, California. She was previously a senior digital media producer and podcast host at NBC 7 San Diego + The Scene, and has been in the news biz since 2005. She loves hiking, the beach, and family days with her husband and two kids.

SD Miramar Kitchen & Bath kitchen design trends 2024
Real Estate
Hot Homes: 2024 kitchen design trends in San Diego
From spacious islands and pops of color, to warm metals — here’s what’s on the table when it comes to the latest kitchen design trends.
December 12, 2023
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Monica Garske
Seaport Village Santa Claus Garske SD
Culture
Where to take photos with Santa in San Diego
It’s time to get that face time in with jolly ol’ Saint Nick.
December 11, 2023
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Monica Garske
The Fleur de Flea Vintage Market in Louisville, KY, which includes rows of vintage items for sale.
Live
Shop, swap, sell, and save in Louisville
Here’s the deal — the vintage shopping scene is stellar in Derby City.
December 11, 2023
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Monica Garske
AubreyRose Tea Room La Mesa
Food
Places for afternoon tea in San Diego
Check out these spots around SD, perfect for a soothing sip.
December 11, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD New Scottish Rite Valley of San Diego Mission Valley
Mission Valley developments: New Scottish Rite Center rises, The Home Depot coming next
The shiny new Scottish Rite Center is now built on Camino del Rio S. — and construction on a new Home Depot store right next door is expected to begin in 2024.
December 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Queen Bee's Arts and Cultural Center North Park
Arts
Business Buzz: Queen Bee’s Art and Cultural Center in North Park celebrates 15th anniversary
The venue at 3925 Ohio St. hosts all kinds of art forms year-round — from live music and poetry to dance lessons and its beloved Beatles Fair.
December 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Topgolf East Harbor Island driving range rendering Port of San Diego
Development
Waterfront development fore-cast: Topgolf tees up to build driving range facility on San Diego Bay
Topgolf’s vision includes a three-story venue that would house 102 hitting bays — and the Port of San Diego wants to build an entertainment district around it.
December 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
Category6LED New San Diego neighborhood signs
Small Business
Gaslamp, Convoy, Old Town: Bright local business releases new replica community signs
Category6LED’s newest neon signs are inspired by three beloved neighborhoods in San Diego.
December 4, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Downtown San Diego Skyline
Live
Winter 2023-2024 weather trends in San Diego
Prepare for winter in San Diego, California, with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 4, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego Bay Parade of Lights SD
Culture
How to Watch the 2023 San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
The 53-year tradition returns to downtown SD’s waterfront on Sunday, Dec. 10 + Sunday, Dec. 17.
December 1, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Eli Lilly and Company Gateway Labs coming to San Diego
Startups
A boost for biotech: Lilly to open Gateway Labs in San Diego’s UTC area in 2024
The labs at 4796 Executive Dr. will be designed to serve as an accelerator space for local, early-stage biotech entrepreneurs and companies — of which San Diego has plenty.
November 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
Starlight Circle 2022 SD
Culture
Map: Where to see holiday lights in San Diego County in 2023
We’ve mapped out 14 jolly, local displays that truly dazzle.
November 29, 2023
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Monica Garske
Feeding San Diego volunteers
Play
45 volunteer opportunities in San Diego
This list includes everything from helping the hungry and mentoring local youth to helping animals and cleaning up local beaches.
November 27, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Mount Rushmore of San Diego celebrities
Culture
Mount Rushmore of San Diego celebrities: Winners
SDtoday readers voted on four familiar faces etched into San Diego’s collective memory.
November 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD December Nights San Diego Balboa Park
Festivals
Your guide to December Nights 2023 at Balboa Park
Balboa Park’s biggest event of the year returns Friday, Dec. 1, and Saturday, Dec. 2, with merrymaking opportunities aplenty.
November 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Smoking Gun Happy Hour Guide
Play
A neat guide to happy hour deals in San Diego
We’ve gathered 26 spots to grab a great deal.
November 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Graze by Sam
Food
Celebrity restaurants in San Diego, California
Gordon Ramsay, is that really you? 🔱
November 17, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Chicken Pie Shop
Small Business
Iconic, longtime businesses in San Diego
You really can’t have San Diego without these beloved local spots.
November 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
Videri Chocolate Factory
Work
Made in Raleigh: 18 things created in the City of Oaks
From mosquito repellent to bespoke denim, Raleigh’s business scene is truly inspired.
November 16, 2023
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Allie Remhof
Larry Raben as Grandpa Who, Bets Malone as Grandma Who, Katie Sapper as Mama Who, and Kevin Hafso Koppman as Papa Who in Dr. Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas, 2019. Photo by Jim Cox.
Events
Live plays and performances in San Diego for the 2023 holiday season
We’re giving you the gift of live entertainment — score tickets to plays, ballets, concerts, and more.
November 15, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Pacific Rim Walk Shelter Island
Culture
Pacific Rim Park Friendship Walk set to return to Shelter Island
The celebration of cultural diversity and community takes place this Sunday, Nov. 19, from Shoreline Park to Pearl of the Pacific Park.
November 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Monica Mike SDtoday 2 Years
Culture
Celebrating two years of SDtoday
We’re doubling down on the sweet, sweet memories today — it’s our party and we’ll cry if we want to.
November 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
NASH_Ranger Station 12South_Jessica Steddom.jpg
Work
Made in Nashville: 17 things created in Music City
From fashion brands to confections, Nashville’s business scene is truly inspired.
November 13, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
SD Copper Top Coffee and Donuts
Food
Copper Top Coffee & Donuts set to reopen in Pacific Beach
The made-to-order donut shop will open in a fresh new space at 4636 Mission Blvd. by the end of this month — here’s the hole story.
November 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Over the Top Lounge Hyatt San Diego
Food
Fa-la-la-libations: Holiday pop-up bars in San Diego
We’ve rounded up fun, festive places to drink and be merry.
November 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Made Holiday Market
Small Business
Preview: The return of San Diego Made Holiday Market
This year’s event features 120+ local makers uniting at Julep — just north of Little Italy — on Saturday, Nov. 18 + Sunday, Nov. 19.
November 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
Jungle Bells SD Zoo
Play
75+ festive, seasonal events happening in San Diego County in 2023
There’s a whole lot of jolly to be had — check out our guide to fun, festive events in San Diego this holiday and winter season.
November 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Skyline
City
San Diego-Tijuana World Design Capital 2024: What it is and how to get involved
Together, SD and Tijuana, Mexico, will be the first ever binational World Design Capital.
November 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD USS Theodore Roosevelt San Diego Bay
History
Fast facts about USS Theodore Roosevelt, homeported in San Diego
The aircraft carrier — yes, the one seen in “Top Gun: Maverick” — shifted its homeport back to America’s Finest City in March 2023.
November 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the 2023 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Oh, the 19th annual celebration — Monday, Nov. 6-Sunday, Nov. 12 — is going to be grand, alright.
November 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
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