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New Program Recognizing UH Folks Who Make a Difference
A new community initiative highlights University Heights residents who go above and beyond to make a difference in the neighborhood.
University Heights Women’s Walk Subgroups & Events
The UH Women’s Walk Club continues to grow with new fall events that promote wellness, inclusion, and neighborly connection.
Meals on Wheels: Delivering Kindness in UH
Meals on Wheels San Diego County delivers more than food — it delivers connection and compassion. With over 3,500 volunteers serving 700,000 meals each year, the program helps seniors across the county, including right here in University Heights. Meet the local faces behind the mission and learn how you can get involved to deliver kindness, one doorstep at a time.
UHCA October 2025 Meeting Recap
The October UHCA meeting featured updates from elected officials on local projects and an important briefing on the future of the Brucker Education Center. Tyla Soylu also shared practical composting and recycling tips, inspiring residents to reduce waste and support a cleaner, greener University Heights.
What Future Do We Want for University Heights?
Kristin Harms examines UH’s housing history and current zoning challenges, calling for community input on sustainable development.
President’s Corner: Addressing UH’s Housing and Infrastructure Challenges
Marc Johnson shares insights on UH’s housing challenges, zoning changes, and community priorities for affordable housing and infrastructure.
UH Art Walk Showcases Local Artists and Community Connection
The UH Art Walk highlighted over 50 utility box art pieces, showcasing local artists’ creativity and the importance of community connection.
UH Neighbors Remove 40,000 Pounds of Debris from Buchanan Canyon
UH residents cleared over 40,000 pounds of vegetation and debris from Buchanan Canyon to reduce fire risks and restore native growth.
Pet of the Month: Hunter the Service Dog in Training
Hunter, a 5-month-old Labrador, is being trained as a mobility service dog by UH residents Mary and Andy Lange with Pawsitive Teams.
May I Pet Your Dog? Safety Tips for UH Residents
Lola Handzel offers guidance on safely interacting with dogs in UH, reminding residents to respect canine body language and boundaries.
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.