Culture

Two black and white photos of philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps; the left one shows her holding a book, while the right photo is a close-up of her in her younger years.
History
6 amazing women who helped shape the San Diego Natural History Museum
The Nat’s 150-year-old foundation is solid — thanks in part to these women.
March 01, 2024 06:53 PM
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Monica Garske
Scattered Purple Sand Verbena flowers bloom at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park agains the brown, earthy backdrop of the desert in east San Diego County. The mountains are in the background, against the blue sky sprinkled with clouds. There are a few yellow flowers peeking out of the purple patches, too.
Travel and Outdoors
Where the wildflowers are: The annual Desert Bloom at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
After a rainy winter, the Borrego Springs desert region east of San Diego is expected to bloom quite nicely with vibrant desert wildflowers in spring 2024.
February 29, 2024
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Monica Garske
San Diego skyline photo in black and white
Culture
Thank you for reading SDtoday
We’re thankful to everyone who supported us in bringing relevant local news to San Diego.
February 29, 2024
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Staff
A grassy green hill at Kate Sessions Park overlooking Mission Bay, with many people picnicking and sitting on the grass.
Culture
How to spend your 24 extra Leap Day hours in San Diego
Start your day off with good, local coffee, head to the beach, go on a hike, peruse the city’s marvelous murals — seize the Leap Day, SD.
February 28, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD Geisel Library UC San Diego
History
6 ways to see Dr. Seuss’ influence in San Diego
The iconic author lived in La Jolla from 1948 until his death in 1991 — but his local legacy lives on.
February 28, 2024
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Monica Garske
Glowing blue water at Torrey Pines Natural State Reserve washing onto the rocks from bioluminescence.
Travel and Outdoors
What is bioluminescence and how can you see it?
The naturally occurring phenomenon tends to produce a blue glow at night, but results from a sensation called “red tides.”
February 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Rudford's Restaurant San Diego
Food
6 cool retro diners in San Diego
Vintage never goes out of style, right?
February 26, 2024
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Monica Garske
Morning Glory San Diego
Play
55+ great brunch restaurants to try in San Diego
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in San Diego, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
February 26, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD Flower Fields Carlsbad
Travel and Outdoors
What to expect this season at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
The 2024 season of beautiful blooms begins Friday, March 1, and runs through Mother’s Day.
February 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
Players for the San Diego Mojo women's professional volleyball team are playing on a court. They're wearing navy blue uniforms, and some have their hands in the air.
Sports
It’s time: Women’s pro volleyball team San Diego Mojo makes home debut
The team is owned by Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings and features a 15-player roster with serious pro experience.
February 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
Bai Yun — a giant panda in the San Diego Zoo in 2019.
Culture
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance signs agreement that could bring back giant pandas
The new bears could arrive at the zoo as soon as late summer 2024 if all permits are approved.
February 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
SD San Diego Padres Petco Park
Play
Your guide to sports teams in San Diego
From the San Diego Padres to the San Diego Gulls, we’re sharing details of San Diego’s sports teams.
February 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
The grandstand stage at the San Diego County Fair with the ferris wheel and other rides in the background.
Music
San Diego County Fair unveils Grandstand Stage lineup for summer 2024
The fair — which returns June 12-July 7 — will boast headliners like Ludacris, Jay Leno, Pepe Aguilar, and TLC.
February 21, 2024
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Monica Garske
A group of Black entertainers pose in front of the Douglas Hotel in downtown San Diego in the 1930s wearing suits and headpieces.
History
San Diego history: The Douglas Hotel, also known as the ‘Harlem of the West’
The hotel was built in 1924 at 206 Market St. and offered quality accommodations and entertainment for Black visitors in San Diego during the segregation era.
February 20, 2024
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Monica Garske
A view of the San Diego Air and Space Museum with an airplane flying above in Balboa Park
Play
Live and learn: Museums in San Diego
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or science fan, these 28 museums in San Diego have it all.
February 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
The glasses of margaritas at Lionfish, including the Snake Eyes, Passion of the Marg, and Sweet Treat
Food
5 must-try margaritas for National Margarita Day
Explore these twists on margaritas, including sweet, spicy, and sans-alcohol options.
February 19, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of people gather with drinks and food in hand, smiling and toasting to Taste of Third in Chula Vista.
Food
Food for Thought: A guide to ‘Taste of’ food events in San Diego County
From Little Italy and the Gaslamp Quarter to North Park and East Village, “Taste of” gatherings are alive and well in San Diego.
February 16, 2024
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Monica Garske
Rendering of Freedom Park with an aerial view that shows green space and the USS Midway Museum
Development
Freedom Park receives approval to start construction
The project will demolish the three-story headhouse on Navy Pier and create a 10-acre park and memorial
February 15, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The big, white Barcelona apartment building in Bankers Hill, with palm trees and cars parked out front.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: The history and $2 million renovation of The Barcelona in Bankers Hill
The 100-year-old apartment community at 326 Juniper St. is considered a “hallmark” of its era — and a “real estate jewel” of present-day San Diego.
February 14, 2024
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Monica Garske
Eclipse Chocolate in San Diego
Food
So sweet: 11 chocolate shops in San Diego
Take a sweet tour of stores that sell chocolates and other treats.
February 14, 2024
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Monica Garske
San Diego's skyline with map points coming from different locations.
Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
Thanks for sharing your sweet stories, SD.
February 12, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Drapes and construction signs cover the new Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center in Liberty Station; signs wrapped around the site show renderings of the vision for the venue.
Development
It’s showtime: New performing arts center coming to Arts District Liberty Station in 2025
The landmark’s historic Naval Building 178 will become the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center — the future permanent home of Cygnet Theatre.
February 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
All four Padres jerseys with the PS hearts on them
Sports
The San Diego Padres to honor Peter Seidler on their 2024 jerseys
The team will also host a celebration of life ceremony to honor the late chairman and founder before the start of the 2024 season.
February 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Roosevelt SDtoday
History
5 times presidents visited San Diego
From Harrison to Bush, many US presidents visited America’s Finest City while holding the position.
February 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group arranging colorful flowers inside pots and planters at Ana Galena Floral Studio in San Diego.
Entertainment
Try This: Fun, unique Valentine’s Day activities in San Diego
From a dance party to a cider pairing, you’re going to love these ideas.
February 8, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD UCSD Sojourner Truth statue
History
Honoring Black history in San Diego
From murals and public artworks to museums and cultural centers, local Black history is all around us.
February 6, 2024
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Monica Garske
Lion dancers at the San Diego Tet Festival celebrate the Vietnamese Lunar New Year.
Events
Lunar New Year celebrations in San Diego
From downtown San Diego and Balboa Park to City Heights and Mira Mesa — there are many fun community celebrations of the Lunar New Year in 2024.
February 2, 2024
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Monica Garske
A rendering of the new Torrey View by Breakthrough life sciences campus coming to Del Mar in summer 2024, which will feature two new restaurants.
Restaurants
New restaurants coming to Del Mar’s Torrey View life sciences campus
The Kitchen opens in late February 2024 and The Clubhouse in March 2024 — each featuring dishes by Executive Chef Ryan Bullock.
January 31, 2024
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Monica Garske
A dark room at the WNDR Museum San Diego displays the "INSIDEOUT" exhibition featuring structure surrounded by glowing lights.
Arts
San Diego Museum Month returns — here’s what’s new
The 35th annual celebration of SD’s arts and culture scene will offer half-off admission at 70+ participating cultural attractions Feb. 1-Feb. 29, 2024.
January 29, 2024
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Monica Garske
Photo of the San Diego skyline at sunset with San Diego Bay in front.
Real Estate
2024 San Diego real estate market predictions
Hannah Jones, Senior Economic Research Analyst for Realtor.com, helps us understand why the local housing market remains so hot.
January 26, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Graphics from SDtoday featuring a photo of Erik Fowler, executive director of San Diego Brewers Guild.
Small Business
Capital of Craft: 11 questions with Erik Fowler, executive director of the San Diego Brewers Guild
We tap into how SD’s craft brewing scene has grown — and where it’s headed as the mature, experienced, and renowned beer mecca.
January 25, 2024
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Monica Garske
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