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How to vote: Your guide to casting a ballot in the November 8, 2022 midterm General Election
From UCCA’s president Diane Ahern: One way we can shape our future is to vote in the Tuesday, November 8, General Election. Due to redistricting and redrawn boundary maps, many voting districts have changed. At the City Council level, University City will vote in our new City Council District 6 with the communities of Mira Mesa, Sorrento Valley, MCAS Miramar, Kearney Mesa, and parts of Scripps Ranch.
Now Open! Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego
The Epstein Family Amphitheater is a state-of-the-art performance venue in the heart of UC San Diego located in the Pepper Canyon Neighborhood on the UC San Diego campus; next to the Blue Line Trolley, UCSD Central Campus Station. The first in a series of transformational developments designed to create a grand entrance to the campus, the amphitheater invites all San Diegans to experience the unique interdisciplinary integration of art and entertainment, research and education that embodies the campus culture. Designed with entertainers of the highest caliber in mind, the Epstein Family Amphitheater is a showcase for performing arts, featuring local and international talent in everything from large-scale rock concerts to classical quartets and theatrical dance.
Volunteers Needed as Wreaths Across America Returns to Miramar National Cemetery
On December 17, , 2022, Wreaths Across America (WAA) will be at Miramar National Cemetery to remember and honor veterans through the laying of remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each veteran aloud. WWA coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies...
Halloween 2022 – Ghoulishly Good Times with Halloween Events at San Diego Recreation Centers
From City of San Diego Communications: City of San Diego Offers a Ghoulishly Good Time with Halloween Events at Local Recreation Centers. It’s the “ghost” wonderful time of the year, and the City of San Diego is hosting a variety of fun and hair-raising Halloween activities at local recreation centers. There will be something for everyone, and residents are encouraged to bring family and friends for spooky fun this Halloween.
Sun Oct 23: UCSD presents Community Fest and Film Night at the Epstein Family Amphitheater
From UCSD: The University City community and neighbors are invited to the new Epstein Family Amphitheater for a free community fest and film night at UC San Diego. Please feel free to share this information with friends and your local networks. Taking place right off the Central Campus trolley station...
Planning Department releases recording of October 18 University City CPUS Zoom Meeting
The UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE SUBCOMMITTEE met on Tuesday, October 18th, 2022, via Zoom. The meeting recording is now available on YouTube; and by link at the end of this post. On the agenda:. Introduction to Iterative Process – City staff will provide context and graphical representation of Scenario 2...
Save the Date – UCPG Planning Group on Tue, Oct 11 6 PM via Zoom; UCCA in-person Meet-Up on Wed, Oct 12; CPUS on Tue, Oct 18; and Halloween too!
Save the Date for these three University City Events:. UCPG Planning Group on Tuesday, October 11, 6 PM, via Zoom. UCCA Community Association on Wednesday, October 12, in person Meet-up at the Library, 4155 Governor Drive. CPU Community Plan Update on Tuesday, Oct 18, at 6 PM. Halloween in University...
October 2022: Halloween Special Events in University City
Fri, Oct 14 – Halloween Movie and Costume Parade in the Park at Nobel Recreation Center, 8810 Judicial Drive, presents the movie Sing 2 (PG) on Friday, October 14, 2022. The event begins 5:00pm with Arts & Crafts, Photo Booth, and Lawn Games and a Costume Parade at 6:00pm. The Movie begins at Dusk or about 6:15-6:45pm. Please bring your own blanket or chairs. Nobel Recreation Center: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/nobel.
New! Planning Department offers subscribers Bi-Monthly Newsletter with status on Community Plan Updates
From SD Planning Department: Are you interested in keeping up with the Planning Department’s initiatives? Want to learn how to get involved with its ongoing work? Subscribe to the Department’s bi-monthly newsletter. Every two months the Planning Department will update you on the status of current initiatives and Community Plan Updates including Clairemont, Hillcrest, Mira Mesa, College Area, and University City.
Oktoberfest Save The Date – Saturday, October 8, 2022
On Saturday, October 8, 2022, EdUCate!, the University City Foundation for Public Schools, will host its 13th Annual Oktoberfest at Standley Park at 3585 Governor Drive in University City. There will be games, food, beverages, music, booths and a beer & wine garden. Each year Oktoberfest attracts thousands of San Diego parents, educators, and community members to this fun-filled afternoon that raises money to improve the quality of education in University City public schools.
20 years ago, Your Safe Place brought Domestic Violence services together under One Roof
Your Safe Place provides free services to adults, seniors, children, and teens who have or are experiencing domestic violence, family violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, or sex trafficking regardless of age, gender, income, and immigration status. From City Attorney Mara W. Elliott: Domestic violence rips at the fabric of our...
The October 2022 University City News print newsletter PDF is now online; home delivery begins this weekend
The October 2022 newsletter (PDF version) is now online and available to read, print, and share with family and friends. The print version of the newsletter will be available for distribution this weekend. While you wait for your print copy, you can view, share, and download the PDF version: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
Save the Date: Here’s the October / November 2022 Short List For University City – What We Know about Events and Meetings
October is here and there’s a lot going on in University City. Check out the October newsletter; it’s available online today in PDF form at https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/ and will be delivered to our Libraries and Recreation Centers over the weekend. Please note: UCCA will host an In-Person Community Chat...
Thu, Sep 29: “Item 3” Planning Commission to Review and Provide Early Input on Community Plan Update for University City
From Development Services: The PLANNING COMMISSION releases the AGENDA for the September 29, 2022 at 9:00 A.M. meeting at Council Chamber, 12th Floor, City Administration Building, 202 C Street, San Diego, California 92101. The Planning Commission “Item 3” workshop is for the Planning Commission to review and provide early input on the update to the University Community Plan. No action is required on the part of the Planning Commission at this time.
Sep 20 2022: Register now for the University Community Plan Update meeting
From project manager Nancy Graham: REGISTER FOR THE SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING. Please join the City of San Diego Planning Department for a virtual meeting of the University Community Plan Update Subcommittee on Tuesday, September 20th at 6:00 p.m. We will be sharing the latest information on the community plan update and approach to smart growth.
Wed Sep 21: Getting Ready for the Miramar Air Show 2022 – visiting aircraft & performers are expected to arrive on Wednesday
The commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Col. Thomas M. Bedell, and the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Maj. Gen. Bradford J. Gering, invite the San Diego community and aviation enthusiasts to the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show. The theme of this year’s Air Show...
When the Date Meets the ZIP in University City: it’s happening at the 92122 Post Office on Wed Sep 21, 2022
USPS Commemorates ‘Date Meets ZIP’ Distinction in University City on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, with Special Envelopes and a Postmark, to Highlight the Once-a-Century Alignment. From information provided by the USPS: The alignment of calendar dates with ZIP Codes occurs only once a century and in relatively few...
University City celebrates on Wed Sep 21: When the Date Meets the ZIP in University City
The Valerie Upham Team will be providing after school treats for students at the end of Wednesday early dismissal. Support local businesses on this special day; some of our local restaurants are providing special discount offers to patrons. After work, head over to Standley Park for live music from the...
Wed, Sep 14, 6 PM: UCCA Community Association meets at 6 PM via Zoom; issues preliminary agenda
The University City Community Association (UCCA) will meet on Wednesday, September 14 at 6 PM via Zoom. This meeting will be recorded. UCCA’s focus this month is community updates including a presentation at 6:15 PM about the Pure Water Pipelines and Tunnels construction in University City and a presentation at 6:30 PM about Organic Waste Recycling; public safety, planning group reform, community plan update timeline, EdUCate!, Spreckels Elementary, the Garden Club, and the Rotary Club.
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