ESCONDIDO–The Escondido Charitable Foundation, an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, has released its 2011 Grant Guidelines. The focus for this fifth grant cycle for The Foundation is Health & Human Services in Workforce Development. “We would very much like to support nonprofit organizations or government agencies with strong programs that support the development of […]
Pizzeria invites community to join in on March Madness
SAN DIEGO– Just as basketball fans rally for March Madness, pizza aficionados can now come together to take a shot at creating their very own namesake pie. Flippin’ Pizza, the North County community staple known for authentic New York pies & slices and giving back to the community, launched its Create-A-Pie March Madness contest on March […]
Heritage Senior Care hiring
SAN DIEGO–Heritage Senior Care will be hiring caregivers at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 17 at the South Metro Career Center, 4389 Imperial Avenue in San Diego. Bring an updated copy of resume and list of professional references. For more information, call (619) 266-4200, or visit www.metrocareercenters.org.
Broadway Heights pancake breakfast
SAN DIEGO–The Broadway Heights community organization will hold a pancake breakfast from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 at the Mountain View Recreation Center, 641 South Boundary Street in San Diego. Suggested ticket donation is $5. For more information: (619) 582-8147 .
Escondido Charitable Foundation releases grant guidelines
ESCONDIDO–The Escondido Charitable Foundation, an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, has released its 2011 Grant Guidelines. The focus for this fifth grant cycle for The Foundation is Health & Human Services in Workforce Development. “We would very much like to support nonprofit organizations or government agencies with strong programs that support the development of […]
Video: 9th Intergenerational games
Older adults teamed up with kids to participate in the Intergenerational Games at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista. It was an opportunity for everyone to get some exercise and learn a little about nutrition.
County to offer microchipping this Sunday
SAN DIEGO–Pet owners are encouraged to have their animals microchipped, vaccinated and licensed this Sunday, March 13 at the County Department of Animal Service’s San Diego shelter, 5480 Gaines Street. The event runs from noon to 2 p.m., and pet owners who take advantage of the services will receive a variety of free pet gifts. […]
Times higher education ranks UC San Diego 30th best university in the world
By Christine Clark LA JOLLA–The University of California, San Diego was ranked 30th in the World Reputation Rankings, a new ranking from the London-based Times Higher Education. The reputation rankings are a subsidiary of the publication’s annual World University Rankings released in September 2010, where UC San Diego’s overall world ranking was 32nd for its […]
New study shows beer industry contributes $33.2 billion annually to CA economy
WASHINGTON–(USNewswire)–A new economic impact study shows America’s beer industry, made up of brewers, beer importers, beer distributors, brewer suppliers and retailers, directly and indirectly contributes $33.2 billion annually to California’s economy. Commissioned by the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and the Beer Institute, the study shows that the industry generates nearly 229,746 jobs in California […]
Video: Charlie Sheen’s life a cartoon
Troubled star Charlie Sheen’s “winning” ways gets animated in a new half-hour special. Get the Apple iPhone 4 16GB Black (Refurb Cosmetic Blemish) for $79.99* at AT&T. *2 year agreement and restrictions apply.