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62º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:52 a.m. | Sunset 4:59 p.m. | High tides 6:25 a.m. and 8:27 p.m. | Low tide 1:53 p.m.

 

🌊 The coast with the most

The coast with the most: San Diego’s beautiful beaches

Pacific Beach SD
Life in SD is just beachy. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
Tomorrow is National Beach Day but let’s be real — in San Diego, every day is beach day.

With 17 miles of city-proper coastline and even 70 miles of superb shorelines spanning our county, local life is just beachy. Let’s explore our sandy hotspots — it’s a true abundance of riches.

Pacific Beach

A hub for swimming, surfing, and fishing, PB is beloved by both locals and tourists. Don’t miss the sunset off Crystal Pier or the small businesses that call this beach town home.

Torrey Pines State Beach

Torrey Pines State Beach, as seen from Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve.

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Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

Torrey Pines State Beach

We like to pack flip-flops and hiking boots for this one. The beach stretches 4.5 miles from Del Mar to Torrey Pines Mesa and is great for surfing, swimming, and fishing. The red-hued bluffs take the spotlight during low tide and the beach connects by trail to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve — one of our favorite places for hiking.

Moonlight State Beach

An Encinitas staple, this stunning shoreline features volleyball and tennis courts, plus equipment rentals for watersports and a full-blown gourmet concessions stand just steps from the ocean. Did you know? According to the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the “moonlight” part of this beach’s name is a nod to when locals used the area for midnight picnics in the early 1900s.

Strand Beach Oceanside

Breakwater Way Beach in Oceanside, with the pier peeking.

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Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

Breakwater Way Beach

Oceanside is home to 3 miles of coastline perfect for surfing and whale watching. An awesome spot to relax is Breakwater Way Beach, to the right of Oceanside Pier. This family-friendly beach is great for building sandcastles — and don’t even get us started on the sunsets.

South Carlsbad State Beach

This North County gem is great for surfing, fishing, and picnicking. It also features an ocean view campground on the bluffs that’s popular year-round. Make those reservations early.
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Events
Tuesday, Aug. 29
  • Coronado Farmers Market | Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 2:30-6 p.m. | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St. | Free | Shop local where the farm meets that beachy island life.
  • First Annual Taste of East Village | Tuesday, Aug. 29 + Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 4-8 p.m. | East Village, 845 15th St., #405, San Diego | $40 | Stroll your way through downtown’s East Village while sampling appetizers, entrees, desserts, and beverages from 35+ restaurants.
  • 7FIRESIDE & DJ Brizion | Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 8 p.m. | The Holding Company, 5046 Newport Ave., San Diego | Free | The LA-based reggae act performs with a DJ to keep the vibe alive.
Wednesday, Aug. 30
  • Maybe I’m Amazed: Tribute to Paul McCartney | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 8 p.m. | The Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $15 | This rock ‘n’ roll tribute to the one and only Macca feature’s solo hits, tunes from Wings, and — of course — music of The Beatles.
  • “42nd Street” | Wednesday, Aug. 30-Sunday, Sept. 2 | 8 p.m. | Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista | $14-$58 | This musical celebrates the glitz and glam of Broadway and Times Square during the Great Depression.
  • Family-Friendly Happy Hours at Birch Aquarium | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Birch Aquarium, 2300 Expedition Way, San Diego | $20-$25 | It’s summer’s final installment of the event that includes music, outdoor games, and ocean views from the aquarium’s “Blue Beach” area.
Thursday, Aug. 31
  • Wine Regions of France | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 1-2 p.m. | San Diego Oasis Rancho Bernardo, 17170 Bernardo Center Dr., San Diego | $15 | Learn why certain regions of France are known for their wine and how to choose among French wines — ooh, la, la.
  • Bourbon and Blues at ARLO | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | ARLO, 500 Hotel Circle N., San Diego | $120 | Enjoy curated tapas expertly paired with sips of bourbon, plus live music.
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News Notes
Weather
  • The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 p.m. for San Diego County valleys where temperatures could reach 95°-104°. The heat wave is attributed to strong high pressure over the Southwest US; the NWS says it should start cooling down by tomorrow. (National Weather Service)
Civic
  • The Alpine Family Apartments — a 38-unit affordable housing complex funded by the county — have opened at 1460 Marshall Rd. in Alpine. The $4.28 million project features single and multi-room apartments for low-income locals.
Development
  • The Midway Rising development team will host a community forum on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6-7:30 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn Mission Valley. RSVP and head to the Pacific Ballroom to learn more about the vision for the buzzy plan to redevelop 48.5 acres in the Sports Arena community.
Coming Soon
  • A modern-era Chuck E. Cheese will debut soon at 275 Town Center Parkway in Santee — the former site of the long-shuttered Hometown Buffet. Construction is ongoing but we spotted signs on the building’s exterior — and the website for the location is up and running.
Announced
  • “Saturday Night Live” comic and actor Pete Davidson will headline The Magnolia in El Cajon on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. Pre-sale tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. with the code TRACK; general tickets hit the market tomorrow at 10 a.m.
Edu
  • Know an amazing local teacher? San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) and the San Diego County Office of Education have opened nominations for their SDCCU Classroom Heroes campaign honoring educators. Three San Diego County teachers will be recognized quarterly, each earning a $250 Visa gift card.
Sports
  • Suffering from elbow inflammation, Padres pitcher Yu Darvish has been placed on the 15-day injured list. The Pads are also down Joe Musgrove — the road is looking rough. The team is No. 4 in the National League West standings, sitting far behind the LA Dodgers. It’s OK to cry. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Plan Ahead
  • Liberty Public Market will bring back its annual Craftoberfest Friday, Sept. 22-Sunday, Oct. 1. The seasonal event will include a German beer tap takeover, live music, special dishes created by vendors, and Beerlympics — brew-themed games, with prizes to boot. The market is open daily, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Correction
  • Yesterday, we reported the SDSU Aztecs defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes at their football season home opener. That was an error, the Aztecs defeated the Ohio University Bobcats. We apologize.
Finance
  • How many cards are in your wallet? Make your answer “one.” Earn a $200 sign-up bonus simply by spending $500 in your first three months with this card. Pair that with 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for your first 15 months — oh, and unlimited cash back.*
Theater

🎭 It’s showtime

Curtains, up: The lineup for Broadway San Diego’s 46th season

A photo of San Diego Civic Theatre and the banners for Broadway San Diego's upcoming 46th season.
In the limelight: Broadway San Diego’s 46th season runs September 2023-August 2024. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
Broadway San Diego recently wrapped its 45th season but the show must go on — the 46th season is coming soon, packed with big musicals headlining the San Diego Civic Theatre.

My, my how can we resist this lineup? Here’s what’s coming to the stage:
  • “The Book of Mormon” | Tuesday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 24
  • “Les Misérables” | Tuesday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 15
  • “Mamma Mia!” | Tuesday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 12
  • “The Wiz” | Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024-Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024
  • “Chicago” | Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024-Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024
  • “MJ: The Musical” | Tuesday, March 5, 2024-Sunday, March 10, 2024
  • “Disney’s Aladdin” | Wednesday, April 3, 2024-Sunday, April 7, 2024
  • “Mrs. Doubtfire” | Tuesday, June 4, 2024-Sunday, June 9, 2024
  • “Peter Pan” | Tuesday, July 30-Sunday, Aug. 4
Single tickets are available for productions, or splurge for season tickets that include several shows.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
San Diego County is home to great places for empanadas, including The Empanada Spot in Chula Vista. The family-run eatery specializes in fried empanadasboth savory and sweet.

Don’t miss The O.G. (marinated steak, potatoes, black olives, and a traditional family recipe red sauce). For dessert, we spotted flavors like Apple Pie, Churro Cheesecake, and seasonal Pumpkin Pie. Visit — 1223 Third Ave., Ste. C.
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