Fresh from the farm + local discounts

Hey Neighbors!

The days are slowly (or is it quickly?) getting shorter, but that doesn’t mean we are short on fun things to do in the neighborhood.

Why not check out the Linda Vista Farmers Market today? It runs from 2 pm to 7 pm every Thursday, and it’s a great way to support local.

I’m a vegetarian, so I didn’t sample the meat at Heavy’s Smokehouse, one of the vendors, but the elote corn cup was . And my dog Ruthie gave the brisket two paws up.

~Tanja 

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT

Farm Fresh

The Linda Vista Farmers Market has been around for more than a decade (minus the COVID years), but many locals outside of Linda Vista may not be aware of it. This small but mighty market is community-run, with an emphasis on making fruits and vegetables accessible to low-income families in a neighborhood without a grocery store.

Additionally, they offer a variety of other goodies, including Michelin Star-inspired barbecue, vegan churros, Filipino lumpia, crafty goods, and Hawaiian jewelry.

Many of the vendors live in the community themselves, which allows them to further integrate themselves into Linda Vista’s multicultural fabric.

Read the full story about this unique farmers’ market here.

LOCAL NEWS

The $20 Card That Pays Dividends–And Supports Local Students

Get discounts at Bear Buns Bakery, Islands, Oggis, Subway, Casa Machado, and more with the Taft Middle School Neighborhood Discount Card. A total of 14 businesses are offering smokin’ deals, so grab yours today. Plus, it’s a great cause. Email taftmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com to get your card.

Feel Good Story of the Week

Fourth-grade Linda Vista Elementary student Eddie Garcia suffers from Muscular Dystrophy, making physical activity challenging. His teacher and her husband hatched a plan to change that, building Eddie a Formula One-style racetrack. Now, Eddie uses his adaptive wheelchair to race his friends around the track at recess, Jimmie Johnson-style.

Need a Hand?

The team at Bendellini Real Estate is offering something pretty cool. If you need some extra help around the house, reach out to John and Brett for a bit of muscle. This is the kind of stuff that makes you love our neighborhood even more.

Local Layoffs

Kearny Mesa-based interstate carrier, Epic Lightning Fast Service, is shutting down its services later this month, leaving 116 of its workers unemployed. Epic Lightning was an Amazon delivery partner.

Got a Kid? Get Free Stuff in October

It’s Kids Free October in San Diego, with tons of businesses offering free and discounted rates if you lug along a kid or two. It’s about time they hook you up with goodies, don’t you think?

USD Ranks Among the Best in Nation

USD was recognized for being one of the top programs to earn your online Master of Education degree by U.S. News & World Report. USD took the 77th spot in the nation. Go Toreros!

REAL ESTATE ROUNDUP

Here are this week’s real estate statistics for the neighborhoods. Click image for in-depth, customized results for your neighborhood.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Firefly

Little Miss Firefly is a staff favorite at the San Diego Humane Society. This cute kitty is packed with personality and oh-so-sweet. She’s 2 1/2 years old, vaxxed, chipped, and spayed. Won’t you take her home with you today?

LOCAL EVENTS

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Upcoming Events

Here’s what’s coming up for events this weekend. For recurring events, such as weekly trivia, and the full events calendar, click the Full Events Calendar button below. If you’d like to add your event to our calendar (it’s free), start here.

October 9

Live Music: Fear Factory | Brick by Brick | 7:30 pm

Theatre: Jekyll & Hyde | San Diego Musical Theatre | 7 pm

Comedy: Masculine Str8 Men | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm

October 10

Theatre: The Addams Family Musical | IFCT | 7 pm

Live Music: The Siers Brothers | Tio Leo’s | 7 pm

Comedy: Taylor Grate | Mic Drop Comedy | 9 pm

Live Music: In The Corner Jazz | Vinya | 6 pm

Live Music: Carnival of Death Tour | Brick by Brick | 7 pm

Live Music: Japanese trumpeter Shunzo Ohono | Dizzy’s | 8 pm

Comedy: Kevin Mac | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm

Dancing: Beginner Friendly Social Salsa + Bachata | Melómano | 8:30 pm

Theatre: Jekyll & Hyde | San Diego Musical Theatre | 7 pm

October 11

Instruction: Photography 101 | George’s Camera | 11 am

Live Music: Linda Berry Band | The Gärten | 7 pm

Conference: Growing Garden Educators Conference | Whitman Elementary | 8 am

Instruction: Chocolate Making Class | Sweet Petite Confections | 12:30 pm

Live Music: FogBanc | Fast Times | 7 pm

Live Music: Detroit Underground | Tio Leo’s | 7 pm

Comedy: Courtney Bee | Mic Drop Comedy | 7:30 pm

Pets: Woofs & Wags Adoption Event | Societe Brewing | 12 pm

Dancing: Latin Dance Night | Tropical Star | 9 pm

Live Music: Indigo Swing | Vinya | 6 pm

Live Music: Blindfolded and Led to the Woods | Brick by Brick | 7:30 pm

Lecture: Harold Dutra Dias | Francis Parker | 5:30 pm

Theatre: Jekyll & Hyde | San Diego Musical Theatre | 2 pm and 7 pm

Theatre: The Addams Family Musical | IFCT | 2 pm and 7 pm