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🎓 Taking the campus to new heights

Developments helping UC San Diego’s La Jolla campus grow
Triton Center rendering with cylindrical glass building in the center.
A look at the Triton Center’s future. | Rendering via LMN Architects
UC San Diego has broken ground on the fall quarter, but that’s not the only thing underway. Students are sharing the La Jolla campus with many construction projects — a necessity as the population reaches new levels.

This year, enrollment hit a record high of 42,300, and that’s with the 24.7% freshman acceptance rate. By the start of the next decade, there could be 50,000 students attending the university, and these four developments will help the campus meet that demand.

Triton Center | Projected opening: Winter 2026
This summer, crews began construction on the redevelopment of this campus center, intended to be a hub for health and well-being services and academic success resources. It will also be the home of the Alumni and Welcome Center that will feature a 34,000-sqft tower wrapped in a transparent shade screen, boasting a 500-person event space.

Theatre District Living and Learning Neighborhood | Projected opening: Fall 2023 through spring 2024
Located on the southwestern edge of campus, this project will add 2,000 new beds when completed in addition to retail and dining space, offices, and the Eighth College building. The development’s phased opening fell behind schedule, but housing should be available for the spring 2024 quarter.

Pepper Canyon West Living and Learning Neighborhood rendering

Two towers, 22 and 23 stories, and 1,300 beds.

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Rending copyright of Perkins & Will Architects

Pepper Canyon West Living and Learning Neighborhood | Project opening: Fall 2024
At a combined 580,500 sqft, these two buildings soar 22 and 23 stories and will add 1,300 single-occupancy rooms. The residential complex will be adjacent to the Central Campus trolley station and will add retail and outdoor spaces.

Ridge Walk North Living and Learning Neighborhood | Projected opening: Phased, fall 2025-spring 2026
When this project is completed, it will add 2,400 beds for undergrads, new classrooms, and additional administrative spaces west of the Geisel Library.
 
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 3
  • The History and Hauntings of the Queen Mary | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 1 p.m. | Mission Valley Branch Library, 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego | Free | OASIS hosts a presentation by author and researcher Nicole Strickland who has been researching the RMS Queen Mary since 2005.
  • Trivia & Karaoke Night | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 6:30 p.m. | GoodBar, 1872 Rosecrans St., San Diego | Free | Test your knowledge at 6:30 p.m. or take the stage with karaoke at 8 p.m. — plus food and drink specials.
  • Ne-Yo: “Champagne and Roses Tour” | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, 2050 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista | $40+ | Come closer, and listen to the R&B star and guests Robin Thicke and Mario.
  • “Mean Girls” | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 8 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero, 1 Market Place, San Diego | $29 | “On Oct. 3, he asked me what day it was...” — it’s national “Mean Girls” day, so catch a screening of this fetch flick.
Wednesday, Oct. 4
  • SANDAG Clean Air Day 2023 | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | All day | San Diego | Free | Take the pledge for a clean commute and score free rides on public transit, electric vehicles, scooters, and more.
  • The Devil Makes Three | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $31 | The Santa Cruz-based band brings its blue grass, country, folk, jazz, and ragtime vibes to SD.
Thursday, Oct. 5
  • San Diego North County Business Expo | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 4-7 p.m. | California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. | $10-$25 | Network and learn about businesses based in Del Mar, Solana Beach, Oceanside, Fallbrook, Valley Center, and Poway.
  • “Dragon Mama” | Through Sunday, Oct. 15 | Times vary | Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd., San Diego | $20-$65 | This one-woman production written and performed by Sara Porkalob is filled with queer love in a barren land and a dope 1990s R&B soundtrack.
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News Notes
Weather
  • After the month started with cool temps, an “Octobake” with Santa Ana winds is on the way. The City of San Diego is expected to see temps in the high 70s and low 80s tomorrow through Saturday while inland communities like Escondido and El Cajon could hit the low 90s. (National Weather Service)
Civic
  • Locals whose business, nonprofit, or property was damaged by Tropical Storm Hilary may qualify for low-interest federal disaster loans. Two US Small Business Administration loan officers will be at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library through Friday, Oct. 13, to help with applications — check hours before visiting.
Sports
  • The Padres’ run at postseason baseball is over after the Miami Marlins secured their spot in the National League Wild Card series with their 83rd win of the season — a number the Friars couldn’t achieve. Manny Machado ended the season by saying, “We’re going to do this next year.” (MLB.com)
Concert
  • We’ve waited “Everlong.” The Foo Fighters will bring their “Everything Or Nothing At All” tour to Petco Park on Aug. 7, 2024, with guests The Hives and Alex G. Ticket presales start today and general public sales begin this Friday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m.
Outdoors
  • San Diego International Airport recorded 15.72 inches of rainfall in Water Year 2023 — which ended on Sept. 30, 2023. This made it the city’s 14th rainiest year on record, but it was Palomar Mountain’s wettest year ever with 69.24 inches of rain. (KPBS)
State
  • Locals may be getting some relief at the pumps after Gov. Gavin Newsom instructed regulators to speed production of winter-blended gasoline, which is typically 20-25 cents cheaper per gallon. Yesterday, the average cost of a gallon of regular, self-serve gas was $6.236 in San Diego County. (San Diego Union-Tribune + AAA)
Number
  • 8.3 million. That’s how many readers have visited the San Diego Central Library since it opened. On Sept. 30, the downtown building started a new chapter as it celebrated a decade of service to the community.
Today Is
  • Mr. Bill Brown Day, honoring the San Diego native who has kept the Balboa Park Carousel going ‘round for 51 years. Brown has been working at the iconic carousel since he was 16 and takes pride in watching generations of San Diegans enjoy the ride.
Wellness
  • Make this fall a season of personal growth and warmth. Nearly 5 million people get professional online therapy with BetterHelp — try it for 25% off today.*
Seasonal

👻 Halloween Spirit creeps back

San Diego County has 17 Spirit Halloween stores in 2023
Spirit Halloween SDtoday
This used to be a Tuesday Morning, but now this store is in the Halloween spirit. | Photo via Michael Beausoleil + SDtoday
Remember the Bed Bath and Beyond in Mission Valley, the Tuesday Morning in Pacific Beach, or the Macy’s at Parkway Plaza?

They’re all gone, but still here in spirit, because they’ve been transformed into Spirit Halloween stores. This year, the spooky shop has 17 seasonal locations in San Diego County.

Let’s pull the mask off and learn more. Spirit Halloween finds temporary leases and moves into retail spaces that would otherwise be vacant. This is why there are so many — to the point it’s become a meme — and they might be in different locations next year. Did you know? The chain is owned by the same company as Spencer Gifts, you know, that quirky novelty store from the mall.

Prefer to shop local? These stores have a scary selection of new and pre-owned costumes:
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The Wrap
 
Michael Beausoleil

Today’s edition by:
Michael
From the editor
Good morning, San Diego. Recently, I took a trip to South Park and stopped into the vintage shop Bad Madge & Co., which always makes me feel nostalgic — even though I wasn’t alive for many of the time periods displayed in the store. I discovered the staff has a podcast named “Vintage Picking,” where you can get inspiration and tips before shopping.
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