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Work on the first installation of the Ladies Who Paint Mural Walk.(Photo by Zuzana Volny) Girl power paints Downtown GI Film Fest returns VINCE MEEHAN | Downtown News Sept. 28, and wrap up on are in San Diego. The artists hail Saturday, Oct. 5. The inaugural from countries such as Brazil, Jennifer Hunt on her bike in BUSINESS P. 7 At the end of September, all-female mural walk will serve Canada, France, Australia and Downtown San Diego (Photo courtesy Downtown will be graced by as a showcase for women mural- New Zealand, as well as from Jennifer Hunt) a contingent of female artists ists who often do not get the same U.S. cities such as New York, from around the world who will opportunities or recognition as Dallas, Atlanta and even San KENDRA SITTON | Downtown News be painting large murals at key their male counterparts. This Diego. Attendees can expect to outdoor locations in East Village. event will also serve as a retreat see a wide range of mural types San Diegans may be noticing Dubbed the “Ladies Who Paint of sorts for the artists, who will and watch the creative process the changing landscape of the Mural Walk,” this free, seven-day be put up in a beach area Airbnb streets around them as the city, event will kick off on Saturday, and pampered for the week they SEE PAINT LADIES, Page 6 which for so long prioritized cars and fast commute times, is now transitioning to “complete streets” Union Bank’s new campaign — meaning buses, bikes, pedestri- San Diego Symphony’s dream comes true ans, and yes, cars, share the road. Already, J and Beech Streets have DINING P. 12 DELLE WILLETT | Downtown News debuted protected bike lanes. El Cajon Boulevard will soon get a On August 14, 2019, the San bus-only lane. More projects to Diego Symphony board of direc- improve transportation options tors unanimously voted to be- are on the way, with bikeways gin construction in September planned throughout the county on Bayside Performance Park, a so that there will someday be a highly anticipated, permanent, network of safe and convenient architecturally and acoustically bike routes that connect different innovative concert venue. areas, much like freeways func- Tea time at Westgate Said Martha Gilmer, San Diego tion for cars. Symphony CEO, “The San Diego San Diego legislatures have got- Symphony has dreamed of a ten behind these efforts to meet Index SEE SD SYMPHONY, Page 6 (Photo courtesy San Diego Symphony) SEE JENNIFER BIKES, Page 10 Puzzles 7 Fashion 10 Classifieds 14 Calendar 15 Contact us Editorial/Letters 858-270-3101 x136 [email protected] Advertising 619-961-1958 [email protected] sdnews.com San Diego Community Newspaper Group San Diego Downtown News 2 September 2019 sdnews.com San Diego Downtown News sdnews.com NEWS September 2019 3 Golden Hall continues to shelter homeless families

DAVE SCHWAB | Downtown News Downtown Golden Hall shelter much of a subsidy is going to be help people. But there are so ma- opened in May. provided. It’s very flexible.” ny people to help. It does get a little The special needs of families An unwed mother at age 16, Of Myra’s situation, Williams chaotic. It’s hard not to be emo- and single women are being Myra dropped out of high school said, “Our main priority was to tionally connected.“You see a lot addressed at a recently minted and has been struggling to take get her into housing and make of hardship, a lot of suffering,” shelter at Golden Hall downtown care of her family ever since. She sure she’s eventually able to exist continued Williams adding, “It’s operated by Father Joe’s Villages. talked about how she came to be on her own — and support her in cases like Myra that make it all That shelter, along with two at the Golden Hall shelter. every way possible.” worthwhile. You see they’re able other existing bridge shelters, re- “I had my job and two kids just Myra has now graduated from to graduate from school and get cently had its funding extended renting with a friend and we start- Golden Hall, is successfully living out of a shelter situation, moving for another year by San Diego City ed disagreeing and not getting Outside the Golden Hall Shelter in her own apartment, and has toward a more stable environ- Council.“This is all run by Father along,” said Myra, adding her sit- (Photo courtesy Father Joe’s Villages) gone back to school and gotten ment. It’s a good way to be.” Joe’s, staffed by us and funded by uation had become intolerable. “A her GED. Deacon Jim Vargas, Father the city,” said Garrett Williams, girl told me Father Joe’s helps you homeless. PATH is also the lead “I’m grateful they’re helping Joe’s president/CEO, noted the a Father Joe’s outreach worker out with child care and you don’t agency providing the services me and it’s good,” Myra said. “I city-owned Golden Hill shel- during a recent tour of the Golden have to pay rent (temporarily). and operations for Connections got closer to God. I know he has ter for women and families was Hall shelter. “There are 100 beds I’d been struggling for 10 years. I Housing.In San Diego, a variety something better for me.” opened after Father Joe’s Villages for families, 25 beds for single asked, ‘Where are you God? This of services for the homeless are Regarding his role in outreach, women. We provide three hot is too much.’ provided including employment, Williams said, “It feels good to SEE GOLDEN HALL, Page 9 meals a day. There are common “I wanted to move forward,” outreach, housing navigation, areas, laundry facilities, security concluded Myra, describing the interim housing, rapid rehous- guards. The facility is staffed 24/7.” Golden Hall shelter as “paradise” ing, and permanent supportive “The decision to keep the shel- compared to what it would be like housing. ter for families and single women to be homeless on the street. With the help of case work- at Golden Hall was unexpected,” Even so, Myra acknowledged, ers at Father Joe’s in the shelter, said Bill Bolstad, Father Joe’s chief “You can see a lot of hurt, how Myra’s situation has become more revenue officer. “We continue to frustrated people can get. They manageable. believe that greater proximity to don’t understand what’s going on.” “PATH helps people work the comprehensive services at Women like Myra are being through their problems and is- our main campus (1501 Imperial assisted at Golden Hall through sues until they leave when they Ave.) is in the best long-term in- the People Assisting The Homeless get permanent housing,” said terests of the families we serve. program. PATH is ending home- Williams of Father Joe’s. “PATH We remain committed to meeting lessness for individuals, families, connects people with housing, the needs of women and families and communities by building af- provides 24 months of case man- who are homeless as effectively fordable housing and providing agement. That’s sitting down with as possible in the current Golden supportive services. them on a regular basis, review- Hall location.” PATH San Diego’s Connections ing their budgeting, helping them Myra, 28, is one of many wom- Housing is a partnership that find a job.” en who’ve been given a chance brings a variety of agencies to- Added Williams, “PATH helps to get back on their feet and re- gether under one roof to meet the subsidize rent (for clients) with ceive social services since the many needs of the Downtown their budgets, determining how

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KENDRA SITTON | Uptown News These are two different conflicts stories and journeys that they and wars. They‘re all healing and wanted to highlight,” she said. The fifth iteration of the GI Film finding ways to do that, wheth- Marcolongo is passionate about Festival San Diego, which is tak- er it‘s through sculpture and art supporting veterans because of The finished art project.(Photo courtesy GI Film Festival) ing place from Sept. 24-29, does forms, whether it‘s through phys- her husband’s struggle with post not have a stated theme outside ical activity and things like that,” traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) “We‘re a couple and we were “Doctors who work with mil- the festival’s purpose: showcasing Marcolongo explained. “It‘s some- when he returned from combat documenting a couple. I real- itary said, ‘Wow, this is incredi- films created by, for and about thing that resonates with multi- in 2007. She needed the help ly became friends with Victoria bly insightful because it is all the military service members and ple generations and we need to be and support of San Diegans as throughout the film,” Bernstein people that we’ve treated, but it‘s veterans. Still, the selected feature there to help and support them. the family learned to manage his said. She believes since her and what happened before they walk films, documentaries and shorts San Diego has a great collabora- condition. co-director Jason Maris did the through our door.’ [They have] have a connected through-line. tive and coalition of service pro- “Our family is thriving because project together, they were able never even gotten to see that part “A lot of the films, and specif- viders and community members of those resources that reached to connect in a different way of the story. [They have] just [seen ically ‘Homemade’ and ‘Take that are here just to support them out to us and helped us,” she said. than if Maris executed the film- them] after they‘d come for treat- Me Home Huey,’ have to do with during that journey.” Of the films she viewed while ing alone. What resulted was an ment,” Maris explained. healing from war,” said Lisa She sees the divide between ci- making selections for this year’s intimate portrayal of the struggles Maris said, “It‘s been very ef- Marcolongo, a member of the vilian and military life as one of festival, Marcolongo particularly to readjust to civilian life after a fective in igniting the kind of Advisory Committee for the GI the barriers making it difficult for resonated with “Homemade,” as traumatic brain injury. dialogue that we want to have Film Festival San Diego. “We‘re veterans to return to their com- it showed another family dealing The Marine Corps is currently around these issues.” still at war and our active duty munities. Marcolongo believes with invisible wounds from war. in discussions with them to use To continue that discussion, and our veterans and their fam- the film fest is an important place For the filmmakers, giving the film as a possible training tool. they will be a part of a pan- ilies are still healing from war.” for veterans to meet people in the viewers a relatable perspective on- Bernstein believes civilian culture el, alongside stars Adam and “Homemade” is a documentary San Diego area willing to support screen was an intentional choice. can learn something from the mili- Victoria, after the screening of film following a combat veteran them since bases are largely inac- “We really wanted [the film] to tary as well and needs to better help “Homemade” at the festival. and his family for six years as he cessible to civilians. feel like you were on the inside and people find purpose in their lives. The local artist featured in the struggles to reintegrate to civil- “I understand that there are that you were a part of Adam and “I‘m a huge advocate for how do 2017 Emmy-award winning doc- ian life. Its world premiere is at the security protocols and safety Victoria and their family‘s life,” we make transition more stream- umentary “Take Me Home Huey” Museum of Photographic Arts on is number one, but at the same said director Danielle Bernstein. lined and more positive and easi- will also be speaking at the event. Sept. 25. “Take Me Home Huey” time, that kind of cut us off from The film itself is grounded in er to integrate to civilian culture, His mixed-media transformation opens the film fest on Sept. 24 creating more links and connec- empathy, with the directors be- and also how do civilians start to of the Huey was the original with its portrayal of a San Diego- tions between the military and the hind the cameras describing their look at ourselves and how we par- premise of the film, but it became based artist’s project to restore a community. That‘s just one more subjects as close friends. Each time ticipate in a culture that doesn‘t about helping Vietnam veter- Huey helicopter from the Vietnam reason why the GI Film Festival they visited Adam Sorenson as give us daily feeling of purpose ans who visited the 47-foot-long War and then reunite it with its is so important. It‘s not just about he navigated life after war, they and meaning,” she said. sculpture heal. former crew. watching those films that you‘re worried first about making sure According to Maris, doc- According to the U.S. “‘Homemade’ is about going to see in that theater; you‘re the family was going to make it tors who have attended private Department of Veterans Affairs, Afghanistan. ‘Take Me Home going to be able to meet active du- as Sorenson battled addiction and screenings of the film also learned it is estimated that approximately Huey’ is about Vietnam. These ty and veterans at the same time health issues, and second about how to better understand their 7.3 million Americans who served are two different generations. you‘re viewing some of those filming. patients. during the Vietnam War from 1964 and 1975 are alive today. However, many Vietnam War-era veterans do not share their stories or experiences, and are affected by PTSD. “In this case, the art became a Cox adds Prime Video app to Contour TV catalyst for conversation. It kick- started conversation and allowed “The Man in the High Castle.” perfect 1950s housewife with two these veterans to open up and talk kids whose life gets turned upside like they‘ve never talked before,” “There’s no need for a secondary down when her husband leaves her. Maloney said. device or input switch,” said Instead of falling to pieces, Midge Maloney decided to embark on Suzanne Schlundt, vice president surprises everyone she knows by the project after he turned an- of field marketing. “Similar to taking the stage and becoming one other helicopter into a sculpture. Contour’s other integrated apps of New York City’s most colorful including Netflix, YouTube and stand-up comics. SEE Page 5 iHeart Radio, all you have to do GI FILM FEST, is speak into your voice remote “Hanna” (1 Season) control and say things like ‘Prime SUDOKU & CROSSWORD Video’ or ‘Mrs. Maisel,’ and Cox Based on the 2011 film of the same PUZZLE ANSWERS Contour will take you to your Prime name, “Hanna” is a brooding thriller FROM PAGE 7 Wondering which TV show or movie Video programming.” about a young girl raised by her to watch when you have some time father in isolation in the woods to unwind? Cox Communications Prime Video can also be accessed and trained to be a lethal assassin. just made it even easier to find a in the “Apps” section of the Contour Thrust into the real world with no new favorite show with its recent guide. sense of social normalcy, Hanna launch of Prime Video on Cox skillfully dodges an off-book CIA Contour TV. “Contour has become one of agent while searching for the truth the most innovative platforms in about her identity. Prime Video joins Netflix, YouTube, cable,” said Schlundt. “By adding NPR One and others in the Contour the Prime Video app to Contour, “Jack Ryan” (1 Season) TV library of apps. Cox Contour Cox continues to make it incredibly video customers can use their easy for customers to access all This political action thriller follows voice remote control to easily and the programming they love in one CIA analyst Jack Ryan, a character quickly access their Prime Video place.” from Tom Clancy’s well-established subscription to watch critically “Ryanverse,” who is pulled from the acclaimed shows such as “The Popular Prime Video TV shows safety of his desk job to work in the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” directly on include: field. their televisions. “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (2 Other popular Originals include Seasons) “Hanna,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” This winner of eight Emmy Awards “Guava Island,” “Homecoming,” and tells the story of Midge Maisel, a San Diego Downtown News sdnews.com ARTS September 2019 5 GI Film Fest Review: ‘Dance Nation’ CONTINUED FROM Page 4 JEAN LOWERISON | Downtown News/Uptown News lone boy drowning in the sea of He wanted to do the same with a female hormones surrounding Huey to thank veterans who nev- I have always considered him.Moxie Theatre’s artistic er got properly welcomed home dance, like music, a civilizing director, Jennifer Eve Thorn, during the Vietnam War. force in the world. But Clare helms this crazy, unsettling, “The first thing that turned me Barron’s “Dance Nation” (a amusing tour through early onto thinking about this project 2019 Pulitzer Prize finalist) female adolescence, which plays was the fact that I learned that disabused me of that notion, at through Sept. 15. there was a 50th commemo- least when it comes to competi- Pat has choreographed a ration of the Vietnam War,” he tive dance. dance about Gandhi and re- said. “When I thought about Picture yourself somewhere sistance. So who will dance the Vietnam War, I thought, in small-town Ohio, where Gandhi? Several (probably all) wouldn‘t it be ideal if I could get dance teacher Pat (Daren Scott) of the girls want the role. But an old scrapped Huey helicopter is trying to ready the seven girls there is a talent hierarchy; (Photos by Daren Scott) and transform that to be a piece and one lone boy in his troupe the uncontested best dancer of art to thank those that never for a dance competition that is Amira (Wendy Maples). The being the best — at dance or The details got a welcome home.” could eventually lead to dance worst is Zuzu (Joy Yvonne anything else — is even a good He wanted the art to engage all nirvana for them — a trip to Jones), who looks most like a thing. “Dance Nation” plays through senses, which is why he originally Tampa for the national compe- dancer (and like a winner). But Amina speaks for teacher’s Sept. 15, 2019 at Moxie Theatre, contacted the filmmakers to have tition. But first they must win Connie (Farah Dinga) — who pets everywhere when she says, 6663 El Cajon Blvd., Suite N in a documentary accompany the three preliminary rounds. has the right look and demean- “Sometimes I think I want to the Rolando neighborhood. transformation. The project soon The conceit of the play de- or — gets the nod. Pat, who lose… Like I feel I hurt people Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; Friday went viral, with senators and oth- pends on the audience imagin- seems to like Zuzu despite her just by existing.” and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday er lawmakers hailing the work ing a cast of 20-to-60-year-old evident lack of talent, adds an- It’s a whirlwind of a play at 2 p.m. and a tour of the transformed he- dancers on the stage are all other character — the spirit of about confidence and its lack, Tickets: 858-598-7620 or licopter traveling across the U.S. It about 13, and that they are Gandhi — and gives that role to building a team, wondering www.moxietheatre.com currently resides in Palm Springs. as serious about winning as Zuzu. what’s going on in a teen girl’s “I‘ve always said this is the Pat is. Unlike singing (which “Dance Nation” is set in the body — and dancer moms, proudest thing I‘ve done — the many like me managed to do dance world, but it’s really three of whom (all played by in talking about her physical whole project. It‘s been incredi- non-competitively and quite about ambition, desire and Sarah Karpicus Violet) show up attributes. Ashlee (Andréa ble and it‘s taken off organically. happily at that age), these girls finding oneself in the often con- to “help.” Agosto) goes on a monologue It‘s grown by leaps and bounds. are so serious about winning fusing teen world. In between This West Coast premiere rampage about her “epic ass.” When I envisioned the project, that the fangs (literally) will rehearsals, injuries (Vanessa is boasts excellent acting all Sofia (Sandra Ruiz) is all ready I had no [idea] the reach that it come out, though at least they lost to injury in the first scene) around, and fine direction by until she freaks out at the sight would have,” Maloney said. don’t resort to tripping each and the excitement and terror Thorn. She’s helped by Reiko of her first period. There’s even A line from the resulting film other. of competition, these girls will Huffman’s movable, sectional a confidence-building bit about has stuck with GI Film Fest orga- Pat is by turns snarky and have conversations about puz- set design, Kate Bishop’s cos- the “perfect” p-word that all the nizer Marcolongo. encouraging, but let’s face it: he zling issues like masturbation, tumes and fine lighting and girls claim. “It said, ‘As I walked through wants this team to win as much circumcision and having one’s sound design by Nate Parde and In a sudden time shift, Li- life, there‘s a pebble in my shoe. for himself as for them. first period, not to mention the Lily Voon. Anne Rowswell gives us a What has helped me the most is Luke (played by Eddie Yaroch) SATs and how to nail the math Each girl has a definite per- glimpse of the adult that Maeve helping a fellow veteran,’” she — is especially amusing as the section, and pondering whether sonality, and no shyness at all will become. said. “I think that resonates with “Dance Nation” has a lot of both of those films as they both vulgar and sexual language, so wanted to help other veterans and don’t bring the very young. But themselves through this healing if you were a child dancer — or process.” know someone who was or is The 34 films in this year’s film — this will either validate what fest will be shown over six days, she knows or give her a differ- primarily at the Museum of ent impression about the art of Photographic Arts and UltraStar competitive dance. Cenmas at Hazard Center. Tickets and the full schedule are available —Jean Lowerison is a at gifilmfestivalsd.org. long-standing member of the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle and —Kendra Sitton can be reached can be reached at infodame@ at [email protected] Adult actors pretend to be children in this play. gmail.com.v

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In addition, they are next to each other.” CONTINUED FROM Page 1 bringing 10 female artists from actively seeking sponsors for the Another key feature of the around the world and have event. Excess funds donated will mural walk is to localize it in the 1621 Grand Ave. Suite C in action. The event will end them each paint a large mural go to a local nonprofit that bene- East Village as a way to instigate San Diego, CA 92109 with a wrap party that is open in the East Village. And if all fits at-risk women in San Diego. an art revolution. This is some- 858-270-3103 sdnews.com the public. goes well, we’d love to have it be Current major sponsors in- thing that the women learned Facebook.com/sandiegodowntownnews This art festival will be hosted an annual thing.” clude Carleton Management, from bad examples of previous Twitter: @sddowntownnews by the local nonprofit organiza- A promotional mural was which is helping secure walls for mural walks that were scattered Instagram: @sd_downtownnews tion Ladies Who Paint, whose painted back in May on the Dog the murals, and the surf cloth- about their cities. There was a goal is to support women art- Days pet care building on the ing/sandal company Reef, which definite loss of continuity, which ists while improving the city of corner of F and 13th streets to is providing housing for the lessened the artistic impact on San Diego with art. Local artists promote the upcoming event. artists at a beach area Airbnb. the town. Roxy Prima and Phoebe Cornog, This also acted as a catalyst for While in San Diego, the artists Roxy believes that people tak- who co-own The Pandr Design a social media campaign, which will be treated to dinner events, ing photos of the murals will EDITOR COPY EDITOR Co, founded Ladies Who Paint. is instrumental in the success surf lessons and transportation inspire other Instagram users Kendra Sitton Dustin Lothspeich Their design agency specializes of the event. Being millenni- for the week they are here. from around the nation to vis- 858-270-3103 x136 in mural and letter design, and als, Prima and Cornog rely on “We wanted to create a spa- it San Diego. “The women that WEB / SOCIAL MEDIA [email protected] Jeff Clemetson has painted more than 100 mu- Instragram and Pinterest to not like experience for the girls while we have coming out have really rals both nationally and interna- only promote their own compa- they are here,” Cornog said. incredible portfolios, and really ADVERTISING tionally. Ladies Who Paint was ny, but the mural walk as well. “Smart & Final will be provid- diverse work so we’ll have differ- CONTRIBUTING CONSULTANTS Mike Rosensteel founded after Prima and Cornog Their idea is to feature the pro- ing groceries for the beach house ent types of art. We’ll have spray EDITORS (619) 961-1958 noticed that featured artists on motional mural on social media and Coronado Brewing will host paint, stencils, typography, re- Jeff Clemetson x130 [email protected] Instagram were predominantly and get the artists to interact a dinner. Also, Lululemon will alism, flowers, so it’s going to Tom Melville x131 Heather Fine, x107 male. Later, they participated in with their hashtag. This builds be providing massages because be fun to see all these bright, Emily Blackwood x 133 MARKETING DIRECTOR a mural painting event where the event’s profile, which helps it’s back-breaking work that different things pop up,” noted Dave Schwab x 132 Francisco Tamayo 40 artists were invited, but only increase publicity as well as these women will do; your neck Prima. “They all have great so- (619) 961-1958 a handful of them were women. fundraising. The founders also and shoulders are just wrecked cial media followings so it’ll be That’s when they decided to take used their social media prowess after these projects, so massages a wonderful thing when they’re CONTRIBUTING BUSINESS CONSULTANT WRITERS David Mannis action. to find artists from around the are key!” posting about this work they’re (619) 961-1951 Diana Cavagnaro “You don’t think this happens world. Inviting artists from around doing in San Diego and that goes [email protected] in the art industry, but it does. Ladies Who Paint also put to- the world insured that a wide back to Paris, it goes back to New Christopher Gomez So, we decided that we could gether a crowdsourcing effort range of styles would be repre- Zealand and places all over the Jean Lowerison ACCOUNTING Vince Meehan Heather Humble x120 start our own mural festival, through a GoFundMe campaign sented at the mural walk. “We world and hopefully gets us glob- [email protected] and do something fun in San to raise money for the event. wanted a diverse group, differ- al recognition.” Frank Sabatini Jr. Dave Schwab Diego,” Cornog said. “We also Their goal is to raise $60,000 ent areas represented, and also For more information, visit la- PUBLISHER feel that the weather here is to cover the event operational different cultures and different dieswhopaint.org | Instagram Sandee Wilhoit Julie Main x106 the best for painting, we have expenses, which include air- kinds of artwork,” Cornog noted. @ladieswhopaint, or email hel- Delle Willett [email protected] basically perfect weather year- fare for all the artists, housing “We didn’t want all spray paint [email protected]. round. There are other cities and all meals during the week. and we didn’t want all typogra- like Philadelphia and Boston, Also covered are equipment phy, so we’re going to curate it —Vince Meehan can be reached but they can only paint three costs that include lifts, ladders, to be like a gallery, having all at [email protected] OPINIONS/LETTERS: San Diego Downtown News en- courages letters to the editor and guest editorials. Please email either to [email protected] and include your phone number and address for verification. We reserve the right to edit letters for brevity and accuracy. Letters With a seating capacity of up acoustically engineered stage ground and begin construction and guest editorials do not necessarily reflect the views SD Symphony to 10,000, Bayside Performance features a concert shell designed now is possible because of ma- of the publisher or staff. 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Lead contributions For breaking news and investigative story ideas contact historic moment with the Port non-event hours, or 85% of the electronically enhanced acous- include a gift made possible by the editor by phone or email. of San Diego… We are elated to year. tics on stage for a wide variety Una Davis, and gifts from Joan DISTRIBUTION: San Diego Downtown News is distributed free on the first Friday of every month. bring this dream to reality and Through its flexible seating of events including orchestral and Irwin Jacobs and Ernest and Copyright 2019. All rights reserved. provide the San Diego Symphony plan, expanded performance performances, chamber music, Evelyn Rady. Orchestra, and the region, with opportunities, and improved Broadway musicals and popular Founded in 1910, the San the most iconic waterfront con- park facilities and access, it will artists. Diego Symphony is the oldest cert venue on the West Coast.” offer the community an unpar- The installation of a Meyer orchestra in California and one With the first concerts sched- alleled outdoor park and concert Constellation System (Meyer of the largest and most signifi- uled for summer 2020, Bayside experience. Sound Labs, Berkeley, Calif.) will cant cultural organizations in Performance Park will provide Port of San Diego’s Board of provide variable electronically San Diego. It performs for more San Diego with a world-class Port Commissioners Chairman enhanced acoustics on stage for than 250,000 people each sea- destination that serves year- Garry Bonelli said, “Bayfront a wide variety of events. son. For over 30 years, it has round as an event space and visitors will love the new and Burton Landscape provided comprehensive learn- landmark waterfront attraction. improved performance facility, Architecture Studio, of Cardiff, ing- and community-engage- Located in the Port of San not to mention the improved has plans to use improved and ment programs reaching more Diego’s Embarcadero Marina park and park amenities. It’ll environmentally sustainable than 65,000 students annually Park South on San Diego Bay, be a destination for people of all landscaping to create a con- and bringing innovative pro- the new upgraded park and ages and interests to enjoy and nected experience throughout gramming to San Diego’s diverse venue will feature a permanent, appreciate.” the Embarcadero Marina Park neighborhoods and schools. highly innovative, architectur- Bayside Performance Park is South. “We focused the site In early 2018, the symphony ally striking and acoustically the creation of an international, design not only on the perfor- announced the appointment of superior 13,000-square-foot award-winning team. mance venue but also on an Rafael Payare as its music direc- outdoor stage that will allow Design of the park was devel- ethos of continuous public ac- tor; his first concerts as music the symphony to present a wider oped by Tucker Sadler Architects cess and engagement with the director will occur in October variety of musical presentations of San Diego and will be con- rest of the park space,” said 2019. Payare leads the orches- and enrich the patron experi- structed by general contractor Matthew McLeod, partner at tra’s 82 full-time musicians, ence with improved sightlines, Rudolph and Sletten, headquar- Burton Studio. “Upon comple- graduates of the finest and most expanded concession area and tered in San Carlos. tion, this new outdoor perfor- celebrated music schools in the permanent bathrooms. The conceptual design of mance venue will truly be San U.S. and abroad. LA JOLLA As the only outdoor perfor- the performance stage is by Diego’s answer to the Sydney For more information, visit mance space and actively used Soundforms of the U.K., with Opera House: cultural icon and sandiegosymphony.org. parkland on the West Coast, construction by Fabrictecture testament to our city’s commit- Bayside Performance Park of Australia. ment to the arts.” —Delle Willett has been a mar- will provide San Diego with a With acoustic design by The Bayside Performance keting and public relations profes- world-class destination that Charles Salter Acoustics of San Park project is being made sional for over 30 years, with an serves year-round as an event Francisco together with sound possible solely through private emphasis on conservation of the space and landmark waterfront designer and consultant Shawn philanthropy. While fundraising environment. She can be reached attraction. Murphy, of Los Angeles, the continues, the ability to break at [email protected] San Diego Downtown News sdnews.com BUSINESS / PUZZLES September 2019 7 ANSWERS ON Union Bank rebrands as classic bank PUZZLES PAGE 4 KENDRA SITTON | Downtown News San Diego may al- SUDOKU ready be used to the Fill in the blank cells using numbers 1 to 9. Each number can appear only Union Bank welcomed local automated banking once in each row, column and 3x3 block. Use logic and process elimination to business owners who use their experience, which solve the puzzle. services to their flagship location has 80% of the capa- in Downtown San Diego on Fifth bilities of a teller and Avenue to tout their updated in- many more features branch experience and relaunch than a typical ATM. their brand. Among the business San Diego is a test clients was Priscilla Webb, the market for the bank 92-year-old co-owner of Julian because it has more All of the Union Bank employees from the downtown Hard Cider; the San Diego-based branches located branch in their new apparel with a campaign sign S&P 500 medical device compa- here than anywhere behind them. (Photo courtesy Union Bank) ny ResMed; and Hodad’s co-owner else. The kiosks have Shane Hardin. been at the Fifth Avenue location because it creates a positive, long- The campaign will include tele- long enough for local customers to term relationship between the vision, radio, outdoor and digital appreciate the new, streamlined bank and customers. Milton said ads featuring the signature line experience. banks do not actually make mon- “Your Details Matter” to em- Milton explained that earlier ey from these fees, so getting rid of phasize the bank’s personalized this year, the bank rolled out a them helps build trust so people experience. new product and three months will invest or get their mortgage Brian Milton, head of Deposits later, when business clients said through Union Bank. and Business Strategy for Union it was too complex, they quickly For Milton, moving away from Bank, shared some of the products pulled it. In all, the process took nickel and diming customers the bank is promoting in its new the course of a few months instead makes him feel a lot better about marketing campaign. He said the of what would typically be a year being in the industry. Customers, bank focuses on rolling out new of planning and then offering a too, have positive feedback — the services customers are actually newer version of an already dis- Bank Freely account has become asking for, rather than chasing liked product. wildly popular since rolling out the next shiny object. For in- In a more welcomed move, the this spring and now business stance, Union Bank does not have bank is now offering a Bank Freely clients are asking for their own CROSSWORD an Alexa app allowing people to personal checking account, which version. voice-bank using their Amazon does not have monthly service Milton described this as a re- Echo. The reason? Milton said that charges, no minimum balance, turn to more classic banking, as is not what the 15-year-old bank’s no overdraft fees for overdrawn counterintuitive as that seems. In customers asked for. Instead, they balances less than $5, and free response to the changes, Kiplinger pushed for a faster branch experi- ATM use. Milton said when peo- named Union Bank as the best re- ence and less fees. To that end, the ple hear about the account, their gional bank for the West in 2019. event showcased Express Banking first question is what’s the catch? kiosks, which will be used in all However, the executive said —Kendra Sitton can be reached of the bank’s locations. However, the change actually makes sense at [email protected]

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DOWN 15 Card game 47 French Jesuit theolo- 1 Split apart 25 Feeling of discom- gian 2 Equally fort 49 Dissuades 3 Mountain passes 26 Get free of 51 Eastern European 4 Another name for Thor 27 Unit of measurement peoples 5 Chinese chess piece 29 A person who enjoys 53 Abnormal rattling 6 Helpless good food and drink sound 7 US army designation 31 Violin maker 54 Air-breathing land (abbr.) 33 Noted psychothera- snail genus 8 Micturated pist 55 Turfs 9 One to respect 36 Complete 58 Farewells 10 Small Greek island 38 Ballplayers’ tool 60 __ mater: one’s 11 In a thinly dispersed 39 Afternoon illumina- school way tion 64 They __ 12 Put two together 41 Points a finger at 65 Baby’s eating acces- 13 Of the supernatural 42 Moved quickly sory 14 Type of structure in 43 ‘__ death do us part 68 Priestess of Hera organic chemistry 46 Blue jeans 69 Type of railroad San Diego Downtown News 8 September 2019 DINING sdnews.com Downtown’s acclaimed Lola 55 will hold a first-anniversary fiesta at HUB at the Idea1 build- ing (1290 F St.) from 5 to 9 p.m., Sept. 9. A gaggle of well-known local chefs will jump into the cel- ebration by preparing dishes for attendees, who will enjoy all-you- can-eat tacos covered by the $15 admission price. The fast-casual Mexican restaurant, which garnered Bib Gourmand distinction from The debut of Layover on California’s Michelin Guide, is Sept. 7 on the fourth-floor deck lauded for its unique tacos made of the InterContinental San with high-quality and uncon- Diego hotel gives way to a ventional ingredients. Lola’s head 15-seat all-white bar, a lounge chef, Drew Bent, has received nu- area furnished with Adirondack merous accolades over the past chairs, and views of three air- year by food critics and fellow fields that are located at North chefs for developing the menu. Island Naval Air Station, the He will be joined at the event USS Midway, and San Diego by Brad Wise of the Trust International Airport. Lounging over cocktails at the new Restaurant Group; Davin Waite The food menu is headed by Layover (The Brandman Agency) of Wrench & Rodent, Whet executive chef Amy DiBiase Noodle and The Plot; Willy Eck and includes items such as duck Visitors will also find a diverse of Mission Avenue Bar & Grill; steamed buns and local flounder selection of beer and wine. and others. Tickets can be pur- ceviche. Brisk drinks are in the Layover is from 11 a.m. to 8 chased through eventbrite.com offing, such as slushy versions of p.m. daily. 901 Bayfront Court, under “Lola 55 first anniversary classic cocktails and a variety of 619-501-9400, intercontinental- fiesta.” 1290 F St., 619-542-9155, trendy concoctions sold in cans. sandiego.com. lola55.com.

As part of its ongoing chef-collaboration se- A rooftop beehive at the ries that benefits No Kid Hungry, Dog Haus Marriott Marquis San Biergarten in the East Village is shining the spot- Diego provides the honey light on “Bubu’s hot chicken grilled cheese” sand- for the new Honey Barrel wich throughout the month of September. It was Whiskey served at the ho- created by chef and TV personality Eric Greenspan tel’s Marina Kitchen of the Los Angeles-based Bubu’s Birds and Burgers. Restaurant & Bar. The construct features a fried chicken breast The hotel launched an dunked in chili oil and sprinkled with “angry urban beekeeping program dust.” It’s topped with American cheese, plus in 2015 and has since been cheese sauce, coleslaw, and pickles — and tucked exploring ways to use the in four conjoined King’s Hawaiian buns. Priced honey in food and beverage Honey from a rooftop at $10.99, Dog offerings. The whiskey ap- beehive goes into this Haus will give pears to be a winner. local whiskey. (Fast Forward PR) $1 from every It was crafted in partner- NEW MUSICAL purchase of ship with local San Diego the sandwich distillery, Malahat Spirits. It involved coating the COMEDY to the effort of inside of bourbon barrels with the honey, and then ending child- allowing the whiskey to age in them for six months. “HILARIOUS!” hood hunger. The tasting notes list hints of vanilla, caramel and – Theater Dogs A decadent chicken sandwich from 969 Ninth Ave., honey. Served only in Marina Kitchen, supplies are a celebrity chef is available this 619-501-6668, limited, so order it while you can. 333 W. Harbor “The music is month at Dog Haus. (Courtesy photo) doghaus.com. Drive, 619-234-1500, marriott.com/hotel-restaurants.

– DOPE!”The Mercury News A vegan cafe The Tokyo tradition of with limited hours dipping noodles into soups (for now) has and broths has splashed opened in the East into a Downtown address Village to the tune that previously housed a of sweet and savory few different ramen houses. waffle sandwiches Enter the recently opened and a variety of Artisan Noodle Tatsuki, “waffle dogs” in- Behold the vegan which specializes in thick SEPT 3 – OCT 13 volving different waffle dog. dipping noodles (tsuke- Get your tsukemen-style ramen types of meatless (Courtesy photo) men) and ultra-rich broths fix at a new noodle house on sausages swaddled made on site. The intimate Broadway. (Facebook) in waffles and served on handy sticks. restaurant is the first solo “We’re the only 100% plant-based project for chef Daiki Tanaka, who trained at the acclaimed option in Downtown San Diego,” said Tsujita ramen shop in Los Angeles. Todd Anderson, who launched Spoiled Vegans Cafe in late August with his girlfriend, Samantha Aaron. The busi- What promises to be a The business was con- ness operates as a pop-up from inside “playful approach to Italian ceived by the team behind the Red Hat Coffee Tap Room. cuisine” is due to materialize Ambrosia15, which also KISS MY AZTEC! courtesyBerne/Berkeley Repertory Photo Theatre of Kevin Zachary and Angelica Beliard. Infante (Front) “About 30 to 40% of our customers in a couple of months with has a stall in the food hall. BOOK BY John Leguizamo and Tony Taccone MUSIC BY Benjamin Velez so far have been non-vegans and we’ve the arrival of Semola to the It replaces Roast Meat &

LYRICS BY David Kamp, Benjamin Velez, and John Leguizamo seen a lot of them return,” he added. Little Italy Food Hall. Sandwich Shop. 550 W. BASED ON A SCREENPLAY WRITTEN BY John Leguizamo and Stephen Chbosky Spoiled Vegans is open from 8 a.m. The artisan express-pas- Date St., 619-269-7187, grain- CHOREOGRAPHY BY Maija García DIRECTED BY Tony Taccone to 2 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. ta concept will pair various andgritcollective.com. In Association with Berkeley Repertory Theatre Anderson hopes to start serving cus- cuts of scratch-made noodles tomers daily by the end of the month. to different sauces, ragus and —Frank Sabatini Jr. can 440 16th St., 760-972-7342, spoiledveg- pestos. Most of the dishes will be reached at fsabatini@san. BUY TODAY! LaJollaPlayhouse.org anscafe.com. be priced at $10 or less. rr.com.v San Diego Downtown News sdnews.com NEWS September 2019 9 Golden Hall CONTINUED FROM Page 3 abandoned its temporary bridge shelter at 14th and Commercial in April, to begin construction on 400-plus affordable housing units at that site. “We moved people to Golden Hall with the intention of their be- ing there three to four months, and that the city would go ahead with reconstruction of the tent shelter on 17th Street,” Vargas said add- ing, “we know there are still hun- dreds of people on the streets.” yes, The homeless task force’s Point- In-Time Count annual survey put San Diego County’s homeless to- tal in 2019 at 8,102, down from both last year’s observed total of 8,576 and the 2017 total of 9,116. Vargas said that could be THE BEST OF SAN DIEGO AT YOUR DOOR? misleading. please. “Every single person out there has not been captured in this count,” he said. “We know that last year, through our system, about 28,000 people who were homeless were served, in one capacity or another, through various entities. At Father Joe’s Villages alone, we saw 15,000 unique individuals last year.” Vargas pointed out San Diego has the fourth largest population in the country, behind only New York, Los Angeles and Seattle. “New York has about 80,000 homeless, Los Angeles about 55,000 and Seattle has 12,000 to 15,000,” he said adding that San Diego, “needs the infrastructure to really address the size of the population.” Vargas noted San Diego’s on- going affordable housing short- age and rising rents are causing people to “hang on by their fin- gernails, lose their places and fall onto the streets.” And families, children espe- cially, are hard hit by the housing crunch and the homeless crisis. “These kids typically are develop- mentally delayed and have social and emotional problems,” Vargas said. “The goal is to be able to work with them to get them up to the level of their peers.” Pointing out homeless chil- dren are at higher risk to become school dropouts and homeless themselves later on, Vargas none- theless is encouraged because, “They’re very resilient. 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DRE# 02012517 [email protected] San Diego Downtown News 10 September 2019 FASHION / FEATURE sdnews.com and “play” and participants ‘RAW Artist: Arise’ wear costumes and fashion Upcoming Events accessories to represent a September 15, 2019-Fall Fashion Files One of the favorites was the specific character. Designer Bridal Bazaar with fashion Pina Nina Jewelry made from Damion Ryura studied at shows presented by Gretchen bottle caps. Boss Lady Bling the Art Institute of New Productions at the San Diego Convention Center. Three shows By DIANA CAVAGNARO Blingy Jewelry was custom-made York and recently moved presented throughout the day. For and drew an audience. Marenn to San Diego. “Blazblue” (a more info: 760-334-5500 RAW Natural Born Artists was Espiritu showed incredible art- video game franchise), Pride presented on July 30 at the House work and the crowd was espe- Bushido (a form of mixed September 21, 2019-15th annual of Blues Downtown. This organi- cially drawn to a picture of a tiger. martial arts) and the shapes Caroline Hernandez is in the middle flanked “Strut for Sobriety!” boutique, luncheon, awards ceremony and zation is an international com- Musical acts performed onstage of the armor of the samurai by her models wearing Veteran Couture (Photo by Diana Cavagnaro) fashion show to be held by A munity made up of independent along with performing artists warrior inspired Ryura’s New PATH at the Sheraton Harbor artists from the visual arts, film, such as dance troupes. The stage latest series. Ryura’s designs Island Marina Tower. The event fashion, music, and performance also highlighted fashion design- showed off bold colors of black and Navy Reserves and designing for celebrates recovery from drug arts. It began in 2009 and now ers showing off their collections. red with princess and straight her business Veteran Couture. addiction. Fashion show produced the show has grown so large that Stacy Powers Pinup was one of the lines. The fabulous makeup on the Hernandez picked the American by Gretchen Productions. For info: it is produced in 70-plus cities and designers. Models came out two at models finished the cosplay look flag as her inspiration for the 619-670-1184 showcases up-and-coming local a time dancing on the stage and and definitely stood out in a crowd. collection that she presented. talent. The theme for the evening entertaining everyone with their The audience went wild! Models came down the runway was “Arise” and talented RAW rockabilly fashion. This new line The finale for the evening was in all different combinations of tuned for the next RAW Artist artists emerged to present their of clothing is custom-made for Veteran Couture, who came red, white, and blue. Some of the event, visit: www.rawartists.com work. The evening began with any age and is made just for the down from Hollywood, California. fabrics were solids but others were time to grab a cocktail and mix edgy rockabilly/pinup gal. Designer Carolina Hernandez stripes, some even featured polka —Diana Cavagnaro is an inter- and mingle while networking House of Ryura Designs is a style joined the U.S. Navy in 2005. She dots. Jena Masero, one of the mod- nationally renowned couture mil- and visiting all the artist booths. inspired by cosplay, which comes went on to fashion school and els, is Continental Miss World and liner based in the historic Gaslamp There was fabulous photography, from video games and anime/ graduated from the Art Institute Reina Hispanoamericana 2019. Quarter. Learn more about our hat artwork, graffiti art, and accesso- martial arts. Cosplay is a port- of California-San Diego in 2014. The models rocked the runway designer, teacher and blogger at ry designers on-hand. manteau of the words “costume” She currently juggles both the U.S. to an enthusiastic crowd. To stay www.DianaCavagnaro.com.v

2025. This, as the U.S. is suffer- One of the people ensuring the during an interview at the coali- Becoming an advocacy coordi- Jennifer bikes ing from more pedestrians being voice of cyclists is heard at City tion’s airy Downtown office. “It nator was a major career change CONTINUED FROM Page 1 killed even while cars get safer for Council meetings and community really takes a lot of the advocacy for her, as she originally worked in drivers (but not the people they planning groups as they consider groups to come together and re- real estate selling housing. After two promises: the Climate Action run into). any street or bike-related project ally fight for a better San Diego three years, she decided she want- Plan and Vision Zero. The Climate Holding city officials account- is Jennifer Hunt, the advocacy co- because we all have our different ed to give back to her community Action Plan, or CAP, calls for the able to their promises to build safe ordinator for San Diego County focuses.” in a bigger way. She described city number of bike rides in SD to dou- streets for all and combat climate Bicycle Coalition. She began interning with the planning as looking at the whole ble by 2020 to 6% and rise to 18% change are several activist organi- “If we can‘t go to a certain nonprofit a year and a half ago forest instead of a single tree. of all commutes by 2035 in order zations, including Climate Action meeting, we will make sure that while studying city planning at Hunt grew up in San Diego al- to cut down on vehicle miles trav- Campaign, Bike SD, Circulate San somebody who‘s representing cy- San Diego State University. She ways riding her bike. Later, she eled. Meanwhile, Vision Zero is a Diego, and San Diego County clists will be at that meeting, so enjoyed the work and eventually often rode at Mission Bay or on plan to end all traffic deaths by Bicycle Coalition. we do work together,” Hunt said joined the five-person team that the boardwalk. More recently, makes up the organization’s full- she began riding in urban set- time staff. tings, but usually chooses to ride “I interned here and I loved it so on side streets with less air pollu- much. I‘ve always been a big pro- tion and noise. Now she relies on ponent for active transportation J and Beech streets, which were and having a healthy lifestyle, her first experiences riding in fully so using bikes is a part of that protected bike lanes. and just really being able to get “It‘s awesome to be able to get around quickly. It‘s quicker than to the other side of Downtown so walking and sometimes it‘s quick- quickly,” Hunt said. “It‘s great to er than taking transit. So it just have that protection and that des- makes sense to have San Diego be- ignated area where you know to come more of a bike-friendly city,” ride and you don‘t have to worry Hunt explained. She herself uses a about cars behind me, honking at variety of transportation options me because I‘m in my own right of to get from her Downtown apart- way. I love it and it‘s easy to use.” ment to the office on 15th Street. According to Hunt, drivers who On most days, she chooses be- do not understand that bikes have tween biking and walking, while a right to use the road even when on the day we met she took a car bike facilities are not there is a because she had a meeting in Chula Vista to attend afterward. SEE JENNIFER BIKES, Page 13

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Since his debut release of “Crazy Life” in 1973, Gino Vannelli has remained one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. His voice is as memorable as his hair, as he has been dubbed, “The Canadian Last year’s State of Little Italy (Photo courtesy office of Chris Gomez) singer-songwriter with a lion’s mane.” Vannelli’s evolving mu- sic has kept his fan base growing The Little Italy Association holds for over 40 years. From rock to jazz to soul and even classical, this singer/songwriter/pro- annual State of the Neighborhood ducer has left no musical stone (Photo courtesy Gino Vannelli) unturned, with an amazing on Thursday, Sept. 26 19 albums under his belt, most musical skills as composer, poet, and cutting edge. The concert hitting the Billboard charts. His producer, arranger, and band- series spotlights an eclectic line- Little Italy News VIP ticket pricing soon and they “Live in LA,” a concert shot at the leader — keep his career rising up of classic and contemporary will be available for purchase on Saban Theater in Beverly Hills, to greater heights. artists known for their enduring StateOfLittleItalySD.com. California, hit the No. 1 spot on Some highlights of Vannelli’s musicality, captivating narra- By CHRISTOPHER GOMEZ The special night in the historic, Amazon. illustrious career include the fol- tives, and audience connections. urban neighborhood will be filled Vannelli is a living legend, and lowing: 20 million records sold Set against the enchanting back- Visit San Diego’s Little Italy on with great company, delicious his live shows should be seen to worldwide; first Caucasian artist drop of Amici Park — an urban Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6:30 food and a presentation directly be believed. Some things get to perform on “Soul Train”; per- oasis just steps away from Little to 8:30 p.m. to take part in the from the Little Italy Association. better with age, and Vannelli forming with Stevie Wonder; and Italy’s bustling business corridor neighborhood’s annual State of This annual community event is is a living embodiment of that performing for Pope John Paul. — Stellar Sounds represents the the Neighborhood event! On this the perfect opportunity to learn sentiment. Whether perform- Today Vannelli continues to per- unique convergence of culture, special evening, the communi- about all of San Diego’s Little Italy ing piano-voice concerts in the- form worldwide — Mexico, South causes, and community that in- ty will gather in the stunning happenings. aters, singing before symphony America, Asia, South Africa, and spires Convivio’s mission. 10,000-square-foot Piazza della Don’t miss your chance to spend orchestras in concert halls, ac- Europe are some of the areas to Proceeds from Stellar Sounds Famiglia to hear chief executive an evening in this top San Diego companied by big bands or a pop which he brings his musical tal- benefit Convivio education, arts, administrator of the Little Italy community and celebrate the tre- ensemble — and all to throngs ents and artistry. and culture programs as well as Association, Marco Li Mandri’s mendous growth and revitaliza- of enthusiastic fans — Vannelli benefit Convivio’s partner, the presentation on the past, present tion Little Italy has experienced remains impassioned and true to ABOUT STELLAR SOUNDS Washington Elementary School and future of San Diego’s Little over nearly two decades! his art as ever. His standing as OPEN-AIR CONCERTS Foundation, for the school’s pro- Italy! Mix and mingle with fellow To stay connected with Little a powerful and innovative live Stellar Sounds strikes the per- grams and its homeless and at- neighbors, community members, Italy, check out what’s going on performer — and his well-hewn fect balance between nostalgic risk youth (30% of the school’s business owners, residents and in the neighborhood by following population). visitors in the heart of the neigh- the community on Instagram Stellar Sounds Open-Air Concerts Presents Gino Vannelli borhood while learning about the and Twitter: @LittleItalySD —Convivio cultivates communi- Friday, Oct. 11 / 8 p.m. / Amici Park in Little Italy latest happenings. and Facebook: LittleItalySD. ty and fellowship, advances Italian Hosted by the Little Italy To learn more things happen- VIP table seating (individual seating — four chairs to a table) cultural identity, and fosters multi- Association, the annual State of ing in the neighborhood, visit $140/guest: cultural awareness in the arts and the Neighborhood will keep at- LittleItalySD.com. Includes individual seating at VIP table, early entrance to venue (6 p.m.), humanities through education and tendees up-to-date on the neigh- dinner provided by award-winning RoVino in Little Italy, drink service at research, social enrichment, and borhood’s news, rich history, —Christopher Gomez has been tables, discounted parking at Washington Elementary School lots. innovative programming. upcoming projects and exciting Little Italy’s district manager since General seating: $70/guest: Visit: conviviosociety.org initiatives! Guests are encour- 2000. Reach him at chris@littleit- Individual seating (folding chair); enjoy food truck cuisine on site. Follow along: @conviviosociety aged to arrive at 6:30 p.m. as the alysd.com.v (Facebook / Instagram / Twitter)v presentation begins promptly at 7:15 a.m. and seating is on a first- come, first-served bases unless you purchase a VIP ticket. All are welcomed to pick up din- ner, snacks and beverages from Little Italy’s top eateries and bring it to the Piazza della Famiglia to enjoy during the informative pre- sentation. In addition to the large selection of restaurants, brewer- ies and cafes in Little Italy, guests can also grab beer or wine from the Little Italy Food Hall’s full bar, located in the public space, to enjoy in the Piazza during the presentation. The innovative, so- cial dining concept has six food stations to choose from includ- ing Ambrogio15, Bobboi Natural Gelato, Mein St. Asian Station, Not Not Tacos and Wicked Maine Lobster. Attendees can also enjoy coffee and pastries from Frost Me Bakery and Café before or after the event. New to this year’s event will be an exclusive VIP ticket option, which will include select food and a beverage from the Little Italy Food Hall and reserved seating for the presentation. The Little Italy Association will announce San Diego Downtown News 12 September 2019 DINING sdnews.com High frills at The Westgate Hotel’s afternoon tea Restaurant Review Known otherwise as “low tea,” strangely appealing with its the fancy affair of drinking teas fruity tobacco-like essence. from bone china while noshing After gliding my nose over By FRANK SABATINI JR. on crust-less finger sandwiches several others, a black tea ac- dates back to the early 1800s in cented with peaches and gin- The stage was set for the for- England. They were the social ger stole the show. I wondered mal British ritual many of us gatherings of blue bloods and initially if the peach element mistakenly call “high tea.” aristocratic wannabes. In many might taste artificial. It didn’t. Crystal chandeliers twinkled respects, they still are. And I pretty much polished off overhead. Buttoned-up servers “High tea,” on the other hand, the entire pot sans any sugar stood attentively on the side- is a term born from England’s in- cubes, yet opting for splashes of lines. And a harpist perched dustrial class, indicating the hot milk along the way. (Brits prefer yards away strummed angelic beverage is consumed around milk over cream in their teas, melodies as I sunk into a roy- dinnertime, sometimes on high and The Westgate adheres to the al-blue couch fronted by a coffee pub tables, and usually without custom.) table bearing scrolled feet and pretense. Three courses of food are in- A Champagne starter (Photos by Frank fresh flowers. If you’ve ever been to after- cluded, with each served on dou- Sabatini Jr.) Finger sandwiches The plush furnishings and noon tea at The Savoy in London ble-tiered silver trays. stately wall mouldings dominat- — an experience I’ll always Round one featured a mini of choice if laying bricks or trim- A streusel tart, macaroon, and ing the room put me squarely in cherish after partaking in it once white-cheddar muffin; an ming trees all day? Definitely tea-bread muffin each offered the lobby of The Westgate Hotel, — The Westgate’s charming equally diminutive shrimp tart not. But the variety of items do bursts of fresh berries to varying which tries in earnest to capture version is the closest thing you’ll with cilantro cream; and three add up, even if they look a little degrees. the courtly elan of Versailles find to it locally. different finger sandwiches — lonely on their trays at times. With my pinky finger now Palace. Priced at $39 per person, a smoked salmon with watercress, My second course could have retracted and the comfy couch It is here where afternoon tea glass of crisp, dry Champagne chicken-egg salad, and prosciut- passed for dessert — and ap- seemingly demanding I take is served beginning at 2:30 p.m. is a worthwhile starter that to with cucumber. The latter peared scant. It featured only a a horizontal position, I had Friday through Sunday. costs $3 extra. It will carry was an obliging substitute for small glassful of mixed berries consumed plenty. It was a fine Docker shorts and tennis you through the fun process a goat cheese and honey sand- crowned with whipped cream, afternoon tea that lived up to shoes will leave you feeling out of choosing from a dozen teas, wich due to my aversion to goat plus a scone that was terrifically Victorian standards in terms of of place. Smart business attire all of which you’re encouraged anything. moist inside and crusty on the quality and service, and one that and feathered hats won’t. to sniff from small containers Every item tasted luxurious. outside. A best friend to tea of is undoubtedly far removed from brought to your table in a nif- The ingredients were so fresh any kind, it was flanked by thick the breezy, informal culture of ty box. and refined that I wanted five Devonshire cream and house- San Diego. The Westgate Hotel I was torn. The “ambrosia” more bites of each. Which leads made peach jelly. 1055 Second Ave. white tea titillated with tropical me to address a common con- The final set of trays were bet- —Frank Sabatini Jr. is the au- 619-238-1818, www. essences of coconut and pineap- cern most have when delving ter inhabited. They contained thor of ‘Secret San Diego’ (ECW westgatehotel.com ple. 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SANDEE WILHOIT | Downtown News Luce was the County Judge from 1875 until 1880 and was a Most everybody knows where founder and the first commander the Downtown Starbucks is, but of the San Diego Grand Army of not many know what it was. This the Republic General Heintzelan well-known corner lot was sold by Post (fraternal order of Civil Alonzo Horton to A. Bowie and War veterans). Additionally, he A. Amirous for $200 in 1869. It served as president of the Board changed hands several times and, of Trustees of the First Unitarian in 1891, it was acquired by Moses Church, drafted San Diego’s first A. Luce, an early San Diego pio- city charter and was on the board neer and prominent attorney and of several railroad and mining businessman. companies. Shortly after he pur- Luce had been a sergeant in the chased the Fourth Avenue lot, he Union Army and had received a mortgaged it to Alice Van Verson. The Frey Block (Photo courtesy Medal of Honor for his heroism in As Luce, obviously, had bigger Archives of Gaslamp Quarter Historical) The Frey Block present day (Photo by Tim Trevaskis) the American Civil War. At im- things to attend to, he allowed the minent peril to himself and in the property to go to Mrs. Van Verson two wire glass lightwells (sky- was located at the location. The gallery and frame shop and the face of enemy fire, he assisted and by default. She then sold the prop- lights) and large stained-glass Crossroads, a mecca for live jazz Bayou Bar and Grill. Currently, then carried to safety a wounded erty, which included four wooden windows on the Fourth Avenue music, and credited for preserv- they have been replaced by the comrade. After the war, he attend- buildings, to Leon Frey. All four street level. ing the genre, was forced to close very popular Starbucks, where ed college at Hillsdale College and buildings were frame structures The upper floor of the Frey Block in 1984, because of noise com- you can enjoy your morning cof- law school at Albany Law School with shingle roofs. has always been used as a hotel plaints. Many great local jazz fee, while admiring Victorian-era in Michigan, before heading In the largest of the original or rooming house. The first hotel artists played at the Crossroads, stained-glass windows, and the westward to San Diego. In 1873, buildings, Frey and his brothers, was the Hamano from 1912-13, including Walter Fuller and Royal India restaurant. he founded the law firm of Luce, Antoine and Joseph, started a which was then replaced by the Fro Brigham. Additionally, the Forward, Hamilton and Scripps, junk business. They also served as Empire. For the first 10 years, part Playbill, a steakhouse, was also —Sandee Wilhoit is the historian which became one of the largest expressmen, transporting trunks, of the upstairs was also the Frey housed adjacent to the Crossroads. for the Gaslamp Quarter Historical law firms in the United States in boxes and other large items rapid- House, managed by Antoine’s Some late-20th-century inhab- Foundation. She can be reached at terms of revenue. By the early 21st ly. The brothers, natives of France, wife, Jeanne. itants included J. Dewers, an art [email protected] century, the firm employed more were very successful in their The street level has housed a than 200 attorneys and had a enterprises. myriad of commercial establish- worth of over $110 million. After Consequently, in 1910, the Frey ments including a billiards par- COLEMAN 139 years, the firm dissolved in brothers contracted William F. lor, a second-hand store, a cafe, a MOVING SYSTEMS INC. 2012. Campbell to build a new structure confectionary store and a saloon. Office/Residentia | Free Wardrobes on their property. The architect During Prohibition, enacted in S F SS was S.G. Kennedy. The new “mod- 1920, the cafe was reputed to be F S 199 The Frey Block ern” edifice, which was divided a speakeasy. The confectionary 19222255 (1911) into several separate businesses, store became the Peking Cafe and was a frame building lined with then the Hong Nam Cafe. 435 Fourth Ave.; SW corner of BBB MEMBER | INSURED | LIC#CAL T-189466 Fourth and Market brick and tile with a composition In 1970, the Frey Block was roof. It featured a parapet above rehabilitated to its present state. Architect: S.G. Kennedy the roof and two large windows Early on, one of the most sig- Architectural Style: Modern on the Fourth Avenue side. nificant cultural and historical Additionally, the building had landmarks, the Crossroads Bar, CRITIC’S“Masterful…Extraordinary CHOICE! acting… one female cyclist for every three them save for college or start a Often drop-dead funny… Jennifer bikes male cyclists. retirement fund. RARE GEM of a theatre piece.” CONTINUED FROM Page 10 Of course, advocates believe this “If they were to make the transi- – San Diego Union-Tribune gap could be improved with pro- tion from using their car to using common experience. She said she tected bike lanes. their bike, they can save maybe has also received more comments “There‘s a lot that can deter $800 a month, which would give (read: harassment) from passing you, I think for women in par- you $800 more that you didn‘t cars than she guesses male bicy- ticular,” Hunt said. “Having a have if you were driving,” she clists do. protected facility can really help explained. “Owning a car is very Her experiences also demon- alleviate that because you‘re sepa- expensive. If you were to have the strate why so many women may rated from being right next to the option to save that money and use stay away from biking. car or having them being able to your bike without having the dan- According to the U.S. pull up right next to you or honk gers of being hit by a car, I think Department of Transportation in at you or comment or whatever.” it would definitely increase equity 2010, 24% of bicycle trips were Still, some women may opt in general.” taken by women while 76% were for cars to ensure their safety. Hunt acknowledges that many taken by men. The gender gap However, Hunt reiterated that people do not agree with her stance, Now Playing – Sept 15 in bicycling does not exist in the cars cannot be women’s only and emphasizes the importance of Netherlands and Germany, where source of protection and safety. reaching out to them. She believes half of riders are women. She even believes that bikes can sharing data with them and having “For people who don‘t really sometimes even be safer than that conversation repeatedly will want to put themselves in that driving and parking in front of a eventually change city policies, and vulnerable position, I mean, you residence because cyclists can ba- individual behavior, that have en- really can get very injured,” Hunt sically ride up to their front doors. shrined single-occupancy vehicles said. “When I‘m on a bike I feel se- as San Diego’s main form of trans- Research has shown that cure, knowing I can pedal faster portation for so long. women’s fears about safety while and get away from any kind of “It‘s important to speak your BY Keith Bunin DIRECTED BY Tyne Rafaeli bicycling are not unfounded. A danger as quick as possible,” she mind and to voice your opinions 2017 study from the University of said. and to have conversations with Minnesota found that while only In addition to making streets people even if you don‘t agree with “FIRST-RATE WORLD PREMIERE” 1% of drivers encroached on cy- safer for female cyclists and pe- them… It‘s not a one-time conver- – Talkin’ Broadway clists, meaning they passed at a destrians alike, Hunt sees people sation. It‘s over and over,” Hunt distance of fewer than three feet being able to bike safely without said. “Changing behavior and mandated by Minnesota law, 3 fear of being hit by a car as an changing the way people operate out of 4 dangerous passing ma- equity issue. Many people who is not gonna happen overnight.” BUY TODAY! LaJollaPlayhouse.org neuvers involved female cyclists. already depend on their bikes to L-R: Camila Canó-Flaviá, Nate Mann in The Coast Starlight; photo by Jim Carmody. Their right of way and safety was commute cannot afford a car. For —Kendra Sitton can be reached infringed on even as there is only others, saving money could help at [email protected] San Diego Downtown News 14 September 2019 BUSINESS & SERVICES / CLASSIFIEDS sdnews.com

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The legendary eve- The Old Mission Beach Athletic pha Project and other homeless and feast on mouth-watering ning to “Rock Out for Cancer National Public Lands Day Club (OMBAC) will be hosting its services. At this all-ages, all-lev- Mexican cuisine for sale at the Research” takes place at the A major volunteer effort is 10th annual four-on-four Volley- els event, request your “at-bat” otherwise free event, 10 a.m. to Music Box, 1337 India St., in planned for Saturday, Sept. 28, ball Beachfest and Tournament song, step up to the plate at his- 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and San Diego. Sponsorship and beginning at 9 a.m., to restore on Sept. 7. The free event will toric Lane Field Park and wind 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For tickets are on sale now. Individ- one of the last remaining coast- take place at Mariner’s Point, up for a whiffle ball — the far- more information, visit bazaar- ual tickets are priced at $500, al dunes and wetland habitats in Mission Bay. Divisions include ther you hit it, the more the hotel delmundo.com. with VIP options available. California. The San Diego Riv- Orchids & Onions Awards Men’s Open, Women’s Open, will donate on your behalf! Then, er Park Foundation and proj- Ceremony and Co-ed from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. batter up for a ballpark-style Saturday, Sept. 21 ect partners need at least 100 The San Diego Architectural This event is exclusively for lunch, ice cold brews in the people of all ages and abilities Foundation (SDAF) will cele- adults 21 years of age and older. “outfield,” raffle and silent auc- to pitch in at San Diego Riv- brate San Diego’s inspired de- tion prizes, fun and games for er Mouth near Dog Beach in sign with its 43rd Orchids & Sunday, Sept. 9 kids, and more. In attendance Ocean Beach. Volunteers will Onions Awards Ceremony at will also be the San Diego Pa- spend the morning removing the historic US Grant Hotel, Bubbly & Brunch at JRDN dre’s official Pad Squad and invasive plants, watering and a previous Orchid winner, on Upgrade your brunch experi- Swingin’ Friar, the official Pa- ‘BREAKTHROUGH: caring for recent plantings, re- Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. ence by adding sunshine and dres mascot. Pricing is $20 for The Nineties’ furbishing trails, and working on The Orchids & Onions program sparkles at San Diego’s favor- adults, $15 for kids — includes Charity Yoga Event Are you ready to bust out your a garden art project. The event brings San Diegans together to ite oceanfront setting. On Sun- one “at bat” and run around bas- One Love Movement a nonprofit flannel shirts, acid washed is part of the 26th annual Na- decide which parts of the built day, Sept. 8, Executive Chef Da- es, ballpark-style lunch, and $10 centered around raising aware- jeans, and spandex? Get ready tional Public Lands Day (NPLD), environment make our city a vid Warner will create a three- (adults) or $5 (kids) donation to ness and support to advance for a throwback as Vanguard the nation’s largest single-day better place to live. The awards course brunch with expertly the Alpha Project. Lunch in- social justice, will host its eighth Culture presents the third of four volunteer effort for America’s ceremony will be a thought-pro- paired sparkling wine from Ro- cludes hot dog or hamburger, annual Charity Yoga Event on installments of its Breakthrough public lands. Volunteers are re- voking night of commentary and ederer Estate & Champagne chips, cracker jack and soda Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m.- Series, a quarterly spoken-word quired to register in advance. To discussion about the new crop Roederer. The three-course or water. Additional “at bats” 12:30 p.m. at Waterfront Park in series themed around catalyt- sign up or learn more, send an of projects, spaces and places brunch with wine pairings costs can be purchased for $5 with Downtown San Diego. The event ic moments in the history of art, email to volunteer@sandiegoriv- in San Diego that will be recog- $59 per person and includes tax all proceeds going to the Alpha features a yoga class along with science, fashion, music, pop cul- er.org or call 619-297-7380. nized as 2019 Orchids and On- and gratuity. Seating is limited Project. a guided meditation, a live con- ture, and more. Each event in- ions. Assembly member Todd so reserve your ticket by calling cert and talk with singer-song- cludes delicious food, craft cock- 30th annual AIDS Gloria will be the emcee for the 858-270-2323. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 writer and guitarist Trevor Hall, tails, live music and dance, spo- Walk & Run San Diego evening and will award the 2019 at JRDN Restaurant, 723 Fel- a kids corner and the first-ever ken word, and visual arts – all AIDS Walk & Run San Diego is Orchids & Onions. The fun-filled spar St. Horton Plaza Park Final wellness garden. Guests will be themed around specific histori- the largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser event will kick off with the VIP Public Workshop able to enjoy food and bever- cal eras. Celebrate The Nineties in San Diego County and is coor- pre-reception from 6:30-7:30 Friday, Sept. 13 The final chance for the com- age vendors, as well as mas- from 7-10 p.m. at IDEA1 at 899 dinated by The San Diego LGBT p.m., followed by the general re- munity to give input on the de- sages. All proceeds will benefit Park Blvd. Tickets start at $25. Community Center. For more in- ception from 7:30-8:30 p.m. and ‘Urban Campout: sign and programming of Hor- local San Diego nonprofit Voic- formation on the event, including the ceremony beginning at 8:30 All That Glitters is Gold’ ton Plaza Park. 5:30-7:30 p.m. es for Children, that transforms San Diego Zoo opportunities to donate, volun- p.m. Tickets are on sale now. Friends of Girl Scouts San Di- at 59 Horton Plaza, the store- the lives of abused or neglected Food & Wine Brew teer, sponsor, or register, please ego are invited to come together front to the right of Macy’s entry children by providing them with San Diego’s wildest tasting visit www.aidswalksd.org. You under the stars on Friday, Sept. on Broadway Circle. trained volunteer advocates, as event, that will feature glob- can also contact Ian Johnson 13, for “Urban Campout: All That well as the San Diego Rapid Re- ally-inspired food, wine and at [email protected] or Glitters is Gold.” The event will Friday, Sept. 20 sponse Network, that aids immi- brews with more than 160 of So- 619-692-2077, ext. 247. be held from 6-11 p.m. at Girl grant families in the San Diego Cal’s best vendors, is set in the Scouts’ campus in Balboa Park, border region, and the One Love world-famous SD Zoo. Fine-ca- ‘The Secret Morgue: located at 1231 Upas St. In ad- Shelter in India, home to 17 boys sual concept Bibigo Kitchen Alien Autopsy’ dition to a wine walk (modeled in Bangalore, India. Tickets start brings its modern Korean menu Kick off the Halloween season Accion celebrates after a cake walk) and classic at $35. to the 3,000 guests. Benefits will with the return of The Secret 25 years camp activities like archery go to San Diego Zoo Wildlife Morgue to the future home of Established in 1994, Accion and s‘mores, the event will pro- Wing Wars Conservancy. 6:30-10:30 p.m. the Comic-Con Museum. Pre- supports hundreds of small vide entertainment based on Come to enjoy all you can han- Tickets start at $125. For more sented by Film Geeks SD, this businesses annually and has its theme. Urban campers will dle of the best chicken wings information, contact Rachel year‘s marathon of offerings will provided more than 4,400 loans “pan for gold” and compete for Santa Fe Marketplace from selected Downtown San Schrichte at rschrichte@sandie- be “Alien Autopsy” themed. Not totaling nearly $40 million in its a chance to score a “golden Celebrating the colorful cul- Diego Venues and you are gozoo.org or call 619-744-3362. all films will be about aliens, but 25-year history. The nonprofit ticket.” The gilded evening will tures of Native Americans and the judge — the chicken wing they will share the sci-fi theme. microlender will formally cele- also feature auctions, gourmet the American Southwest, Ba- battle for glory! Event will be a Wednesday, Sept. 25 Just like last year, titles will not brate its impact on Thursday, cuisine, adult beverages, and zaar del Mundo’s annual Santa wing-lovers paradise! Come and be announced in advance, but Oct. 3, with its 25th Accion-iver- dancing to the music of The Fe Marketplace returns to Old judge for yourself and help vote San Diego Downtown we guarantee at least six films sary event held at the Sempra Mighty Untouchables. The pub- Town, Friday through Sunday, for the best to win the trophy Democratic Club will be shown, including fan fa- Energy building in Downtown lic is welcome at Urban Cam- Sept. 20-22. Bazaar del Mun- and title for 2019 Best Wings in We will be holding a candidate vorites, as well as some that are San Diego from 5:30 to 8 p.m. pout. For details on attending or do (located at 4133 Taylor St. Downtown San Diego. Yes, all- forum with the Democratic pri- rarely screened, and hopefully This event will gather more than volunteering for the event, visit in Old Town) will overflow with you-can-eat competition wings mary candidates for City Coun- some you have ever seen! Tick- 200 community supporters, sdgirlscouts.org/uc or call 619- exquisite collections of authen- while they last! 1-5 p.m. at Jolt cil District 3 which includes ets are $30, includes a survival Accion clients, staff and board 610-0807. Tickets start at $300. tic Native American jewelry, art, N Joes, 379 4th Ave. Tickets downtown. We meet at the pack, lunch and dinner snacks. members to a reception-style celebration. This client-centric event will feature a marketplace of client vendors, where attend- ees will get the chance to shop Advertise your local event in our and visit Accion entrepreneurs from throughout the years. Ev- digital, citywide calendar! eryone who attends the event will receive a $5 voucher to spend on any of the numerous Visit bit.ly/DTNCal for more info. vendors who have been sup- ported by Accion.v San Diego Downtown News 16 September 2019 sdnews.com

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