For nearly 17 years, Jeff Javier, his wife Jina, and their two children have been at the heart of Father Joe’s Villages, San Diego’s largest homeless services provider, as dedicated volunteers. As the organization celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2025, its story embodies the compassion and commitm

If walls could talk, the ones at 2812 Kettner Boulevard could tell some gnarly tales. “I have pictures from Casbah owner [Tim Mays] with Kurt Cobain singing in that space; Alanis Morissette sang in that space,” explains Robert Richter.That space was the original location of San Diego’s iconic indie-

On a makeshift platform stage, San Diego rock band Silver Bullet stands poised before a packed crowd of 400 in a steamy backyard. Eager whispers ripple through the air—someone mentions that the leather-vested guitarist broke the stage at the band’s last show. Suddenly, a roar of instruments cuts thr

When Kerry Marsh turned 70 last July, his wife Corinne threw a party at their oceanview home in Del Mar. The laidback festivities made full use of its friendly, open spaces. While a favorite musician performed Willie Nelson’s “Always on my Mind,” the couple’s three grown children and a smattering of

There is a quiet bustling at the northern end of Balboa Park as a multi-year project nears its grand reveal. Groundskeepers, lighting techs, and botanists line the walkways as workers scale ladders to bring state-of-the-art lighting to a building that used to fall dark by dusk. A light mist travels

The worst wildfire in Los Angeles County’s history is still raging after three days of destruction. Nearly 30,000 acres have burned across Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst, reducing 2,000 structures–businesses, homes, schools–to rubble. Currently, 130,000 residents are under evacuation order and at least

The sun just set on January 2, 2025. I closed my laptop for the day. I don’t know what to do with myself. I’ve committed to Dry January and already allowed myself a mulligan for the New Year’s Day holiday to have a glass of wine at lunch—and dinner. Today is the day I truly begin my search for tempo

It’s the new year, and if the path up Cowles Mountain is any indication, people are eager to get out there and get hiking. Plus, it’s a beautiful way to take advantage of the San Diego region, get free exercise and spend time outside. I already do plenty of hiking, so this year I’m adding a family c

Some people look for diamonds; others seek golden fame. Me, I’m trying to find the world’s greatest massage.For years, I’ve been searching for a consciousness-altering, life-changing touch. A healing pain. The kind of muscular manipulation they outlawed centuries ago. I’ve explored high-dollar spas

New year, new fitness goals, right? Like many people, we’re starting the new year with a focus on health and staying active. No matter what your fitness objectives may be, there are plenty of activities around town prepared to help you achieve them. From more traditional gym settings to unique ways

Artist and athlete Ernie Barnes painted what he saw, and what he saw was America through a rare lens. Drawing from a childhood in the Jim Crow South and time on our nation’s biggest playing fields, Barnes displayed his own particular cultural vantage on his canvases. Once you encounter his paintings

This weekend’s slate of events offers many simple pleasures: a night at the theater to see Cinderella; a nostalgic concert from Philly R&B crooners The Stylistics; and a death-defying monster truck marathon at Snapdragon Stadium. For those who are looking to make their mark in 2025, the San Diego Re

Dan Nguyen is having trouble with the Viper Pit. Its iridescent curves threaten to slip from his hands, even with his assistant, Christian Ramirez, shouldering half its weight as they attempt to mount it on a few freestanding photo boards. The metallic teal of a blue morpho butterfly, the undulating

Filmmaker Aaron David Roberts’ lifelong dream has been to set up movie studios in his hometown of San Diego. Now, that dream seems to be ready for lights, camera, action.Roberts is known for producing TV series such as Chartered and The Cast Members, along with movies including The Last Deal and Thr

San Diego local Rachel* was beginning to feel like a lesbian car salesman—girls only called her for a test drive. “My friend Jo* would reach out and flirt whenever she felt ready to sleep with a woman, but when things got more real, she would ghost me,” she recalls. “It was hard to feel like people

New year, new San Diego sports. Not only does San Diego FC finally take the pitch this month, but also an innovative and interactive golf league with deep San Diego roots tees off. The changing of the calendar also brings some familiar events. The annual Farmers Insurance Open takes over Torrey Pine

Is dog-earing a magazine a thing? This year, you’re gonna want to fold the flap on these pages and keep them close so you can fill out your cultural calendar for the season to come. We’ve chronicled some of the city’s top arts events—both the classical and the avant-garde—to get you through the firs

When I reach Agustín “Augie” Pizá, his excitement is palpable. He quickly apologizes for his strained voice before jumping into a slew of topics including architecture, the Chargers, Picasso, philosophy, and, most of all, the future of golf—and the reason for today’s call. An award-winning golf cour

On January 7, some of golf’s biggest names—Tiger, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler, Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Aberg, and Wyndham Clark—will walk into a packed stadium designed specifically for this spectacle. A three-on-three match. Tee shots and longer approach shots will be hit into a massive 64-by-53-

Watershed Warriors: Alpine Library CleanupJanuary 4Help keep San Diego’s watersheds clean with I Love A Clean San Diego and the County of San Diego. This litter cleanup runs from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and helps prevent pollution from reaching the Pacific Ocean.Watershed Warriors: Fallbrook Library Cle