Hey Neighbor!
I missed sending the newsletter out on April Fool’s Day, so I didn’t get to play any practical jokes on you. A fellow newsletter operator sent his newsletter to subscribers yesterday, featuring an elaborate plan for a casino in his town—complete with blueprints. It was all a joke, but he ended up with people from the city calling to ask what was going on.
I considered—only for a brief second—sending something along the lines of a new, massive ADU project, but decided I didn’t want to give anyone a heart attack. So consider yourself spared!
Last week’s polling indicated y’all were terrible at guessing the home price (😂)—70% got it wrong. But 86% of you said you’re excited about the Explorer Exclusive deals. Yay!
Let’s dig into this week’s news.
~Tanja
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San Diego musician Adam Jones has deep ties to the neighborhood. He grew up in Bay Park, performed at the old Linda Vista SOMA as a teenager, and honed his skills performing at the Blarney Stone Pub in Clairemont for many years.
He lives outside our neighborhood now, but he comes back to perform regularly at Fast Times Bar & Grill on the first Wednesday of each month. And the memories of the neighborhood are never far from his heart.
San Diego Musician Adam Jones Plays Fast Times, Reflects on Bay Park Roots
🏆 Clairemont Ranked as One of San Diego’s Most Desirable Neighborhoods
Not to brag or anything, but Clairemont is apparently kind of a big deal. The real estate website Houzeo just ranked Clairemont among the county’s top four most desirable neighborhoods. Ranking factors included median home price, rent prices, and livability.
Comings & Goings
💪🏼 The Challenge Center recently opened in Kearny Mesa. It offers physical therapy, adaptive fitness and wellness programs, and senior-specific fitness and wellness programs. The Challenge Center is located at 9596 Chesapeake Drive.
📫 The Mail Bank postal store, located in the Madison Place shopping center on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, is closing at the end of May. Madison Place was recently purchased by new owners. It’s the same strip mall that houses STP Bar-N- Grill, Victory MMA & Fitness, and the Golf Bar.
🥳 If you’ve been missing Party City, it’s back. Kind of. You can now find Party City sharing space inside Staples, located at 4240 Kearny Mesa Road.
🏞️ Serra Mesan Hoping to Change Name of Park to Honor His Mom
Murray Ridge Park in Serra Mesa only became a park because of the tenacity of one Serra Mesa resident, Peggy Lacy. She gathered signatures and petitioned the City to turn a former landfill into the park it is today. Now, her son, Greg Scott, is petitioning to have the park named in her honor. Councilmember Raul Campillo is pushing to make this happen, and you can contact him to show your support.
🗳️ The City Wants to Hear From You (or at least they say they do)
The City is looking for input from residents in a 2027 budget survey. It’s a quick five minutes if you feel so inclined.
This custom home at 3590 Chasewood Drive, 92111, in Clairemont was entirely rebuilt in 2022. It features 3BR, 2.5BA in 2,335 sq ft of living space. Vaulted ceilings and folding doors to the saltwater pool and jacuzzi create an indoor/outdoor living experience. Owned solar and EV charging make for optimal energy efficiency. California living at its finest!
Don’t forget to take advantage of our amazing Explorer Exclusives offers from local merchants!
- Your neighborhood one-stop for all things beauty — hair, brows, lashes, facials, massage, and more. It’s a women-run collective on Clairemont Drive where you get real one-on-one attention. Appointment only, the way it should be. Grab the Explorer Exclusive deal: 20% off any service from Unique Impressions Collective, a full-service boutique salon in Clairemont
- A Serra Mesa mechanic who comes to your driveway or your office. Brakes, batteries, diagnostics, and maintenance without the shop hassle. Neighbors are already raving about Evan on Nextdoor. Get the Explorer Exclusive deal here: 15% off labor from Evan’s Mobile Auto
- A yoga studio and wine bar on Balboa—take a class, stay for a glass. Patrick and Victoria are Clairemont neighbors who built Vinya from scratch, and it’s genuinely one of the coolest things in the neighborhood. Grab the Explorer Exclusive deal here: 10% off a meal and/or a free yoga class at Vinya: vino+vinyasa
- Renate is a Clairemont neighbor who bakes authentic German breads and pastries from scratch. You order ahead online and pick up from her home on Fridays. Everything sells out fast! Get the Explorer Exclusive deal while it lasts: 15% off your first order of baked goods from Little Backstube microbakery
Meet Rita
She’s an oldie, but a goodie. Clocking in at nearly 12 years old, Rita should be living her best life resting in someone’s lap, not at the shelter. She’s shy and gentle, and would make a purr-fect companion to someone who matches her calm demeanor. She’s waiting for you at the San Diego Humane Society.
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Here’s what’s happening in the neighborhood this week! For the full events calendar and for any recurring events, like trivia nights, hit the button below.
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Thursday, April 2
🎸 Live Music | Laurel Canyon Revival | Tio Leo’s | 7 pm
🤣 Comedy | Dry Clean Only | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm
🤣 Comedy | Ray Lau | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm
👧🏽👦🏻 Kids | Creative Crafters | Linda Vista Rec Center | 6:30 pm (weekly through April 23)
🕺Dance | Senior Line Dancing | Cathy Hopper Friendship Center | 10:30 am (weekly Tue/Thur through April 30)
Friday, April 3
🎸 Live Music | Brick by Brick | Aesthetic Pefection, Priese, & Julien-K | 7:30 pm
🎸 Live Music | Rooted Bloom: Gloria Muriel | Vinya | 6 pm
🎸 Live Music | 3 Car Garage | Tio Leo’s | 7 pm
🤣 Comedy | Tony Rock | Mic Drop Comedy | 7 pm
🎸 Live Music | Serious Guise | Fast Times | 7 pm
🎸 Live Music | Shakedown String Band | The Gärten | 7 pm
🤣 Comedy | Tema Sall | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm
⚽️ Sports | South Clairemont Soccer Club (kids) | South Clairemont Rec Center | 3:45 pm (weekly through April 24)
Saturday, April 4
🎸 Live Music | Sponge | Brick by Brick | 7:30 pm
🍫 Class | Chocolate Making | Sweet Petite Confections
🎸 Live Music | Agents of Apollo | The Gärten | 7 pm
🐣 Kids & Family | Trisha’s Easter Egg Hunt | Mount Etna Park | 10:30 am
🎸 Live Music | Full Strength Funk Band | Tio Leo’s | 7 pm
🎸 Live Music | Rewind | Fast Times | 7 pm
🐣 Kids & Family | Spring Egg Hunt | Austin Machitar Park | 9:30 am
👧🏽👦🏻 Kids | Kids Night Out | SD Trick & Flip | 5:30 pm
🤣 Comedy | Tony Rock | Mic Drop Comedy | 7 pm
👧🏽👦🏻 Kids | Spring Garden Party | North Clairemont Library | 11 am
🤣 Comedy | Carlos Rodriguez | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm
👧🏽👦🏻 Sports | Youth Pickleball Class | Linda Vista Rec Center | 10:30 am (weekly through May 2)
Sunday, April 5
🎸 Live Music | Saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi | Dizzy’s | 7:30 pm
🎸 Live Music | Mango Band | The Cordova Bar | 6 pm
🎸 Live Music | San Diego Jazz All Stars | The Gärten | 5:30 pm
🍽️ Food & Drink | Easter Brunch with Egg Hunt | La Gran Terraza | 9:30, 11:30, 1:30
🐣 Kids & Family | Easter Egg Hunt | Indya | 11 am
🐣 Kids & Family | Serra Mesa Easter Egg Pluck | 1:30 pm
Monday, April 6
🎭 Theater | Merrily We Roll Along | San Diego Musical Theatre | 7 pm
⛹️♀️ Sports | Girls Basketball Class (12-14) | North Clairemont Rec Center | 6 pm (weekly through May 11)
Tuesday, April 7
🎭 Theater | Merrily We Roll Along | San Diego Musical Theatre | 7 pm
👧🏽👦🏻 Kids | Science Club: Little Neurons | Linda Vista Rec Center | 6 pm (weekly through May 26)
⛹🏽♂️ Sports | Boys Basketball Class (6-8)| Tecolote Canyon Park & Rec Center | 4 pm (weekly through April 28)
Wednesday, April 8
🤣 Comedy | Brian Hooks | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm
Fast Times is 100% free and independently owned and operated (heck, it’s just me). Your contributions help keep it going so we can have more fun and continue to build a stronger community. I appreciate any and all support.
