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North Park Planning Committee: October Updates for UH Residents
UH representatives share updates from the North Park Planning Committee, including infrastructure priorities and street safety improvements.
Meet Mary Anne Stevens and Anastasia Brewer: UH Real Estate Experts
UH realtors Mary Anne Stevens and Anastasia Brewer bring decades of experience and a passion for the neighborhood’s historic homes.
Halloween On Maryland St. 2025
Maryland Street transforms into a whimsical Halloween celebration with themed houses, animatronics, and over a thousand trick-or-treaters each year.
Unlocking the Value of Your Home with Reverse Mortgages
Reverse mortgages help seniors unlock home equity to support retirement, offering flexibility through FHA-backed HECM loans.
Why Tropical Milkweed Harms Monarch Butterflies
UH residents are warned against planting tropical milkweed, which can spread pathogens harmful to monarch butterflies, and encouraged to use native varieties.
The Great University Heights Bake Off & Movie Night
UH neighbors gathered for a movie night at Trolley Barn Park featuring Hocus Pocus, along with the first-ever Great UH Bake Off competition.
Enviouskin Day Spa and Boutique: 16 Years in UH
Enviouskin Day Spa, founded by Kim Hellmund, continues to thrive in UH, offering high-quality skincare treatments and a welcoming atmosphere.
Celebrating Literacy, Local Spirit, and Library Love in UH
The Friends of the UH Library share fall events and invite neighbors to join in supporting literacy, library programs, and community connection.
The Birney Beekeeper Alliance: Supporting UH’s IB Elementary School
The Birney Beekeeper Alliance funds IB teachers, field trips, and programs, ensuring Alice Birney Elementary remains a standout school in UH.
Going Electric Safely: Lithium-Ion Battery Precautions
Judith Annicchiarico highlights fire risks of lithium-ion batteries and offers safety tips for using, storing, and disposing of them properly.
The Best Chicken Soup Recipe for Fall
Jeffrey Taylor shares his hearty chicken soup recipe, perfect for cooler autumn evenings and for sharing with friends and family.
Autumn Programs at the UH Branch Library
The UH Branch Library hosts fall programs including author talks, banned books trivia, and Filipino American History Month poetry readings.
Finding Strength Through Running with Deanna Schallau
UH resident Deanna Schallau shares how running has empowered her and how she now coaches others to find strength and joy in the sport.
Roosevelt Middle School’s After School Education Program
Roosevelt Middle School’s ASE program provides free after-school classes in arts, STEM, and music, enriching students’ learning and families’ schedules.
UHCA September 2025 Meeting Recap
The September UHCA meeting covered community updates, library news, and city announcements on parking, recreation, and local projects.
UH Residents Rally for Smarter Development and Affordable Housing
More than 45 residents rallied at 1526 Meade Ave. to oppose demolition of a historic home for a new five-story project with limited affordable housing units.
Plumeria: UH’s Beloved Vegan and Vegetarian Thai Restaurant
Plumeria continues to thrive as a local vegan and vegetarian staple, known for its flavorful Thai dishes, mocktails, and welcoming atmosphere.
Developers Line Up for San Diego Unified School District Projects
The San Diego Unified School District received 15 proposals from developers for affordable housing projects, including plans for the Brucker Education Center site in University Heights.
UH Women’s Walk Club Expands Subgroups and Events
The UH Women’s Walk Club grows with new subgroups and inclusive events, offering connection, wellness, and community for local women.
Tips for Handling Reactive Dogs
Dog trainer Lola Handzel offers advice for UH pet owners on understanding and managing reactive dog behavior during walks.