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UHWWC Cooking Club Subgroup Builds Community Through Food
The UH Women’s Walk Club Cooking Club partnered with Timshel for a cookbook swap and fundraiser supporting nonprofit and mutual aid groups.
Jogathon: Run for the Green at Birney Elementary
Birney Elementary’s annual Jogathon raises money for enrichment programs like gardening, art, language, and wellness for students.
Pet of the Month: Toast
Toast is this month’s Pet of the Month, with a special salute to the neighbors who stepped up to care for her while her human recovered.
March 2026: Be the Upgrade to Someone’s Day
This month's community spotlight honors Bee from Plumeria who offers a warm energy to all her guests.
Diversionary Theatre Celebrates 40 Years in University Heights
Diversionary Theatre marks its 40th anniversary with a year of celebration, a fundraising gala, and continued support for LGBTQIA+ artists.
Changes in University Heights: March 2026 Development Updates
A roundup of new business openings, closures, and construction updates across University Heights, including Bahn Thai, Birney, and more.
UH Biodiversity Garden Featured in Upcoming Native Garden Tour
University Heights’ biodiversity garden will be featured on the California Native Plant Society’s 2026 garden tour, highlighting native plants and volunteer work.
Trash the Green Bags, Please
San Diego residents should not put compostable green bags in green bins. Here’s what belongs in each bin and why contamination matters.
Lincoln Slope: Let’s Make a New Pocket Park a Reality
Neighbors are working to preserve and beautify Lincoln Slope, with the long-term goal of turning the open space into a true community pocket park.
March 2026 Events at the UH Library
The University Heights Library shares March programs, including Will Eisner Week events, Birding 101, pajama storytime, and more.
February Update from the North Park Planning Committee
The North Park Planning Committee shares updates on street safety, transit improvements, the streetcar proposal, and upcoming board elections.
Making Connections in University Heights
Marc Johnson reflects on the everyday connections, local businesses, and shared communication channels that make University Heights feel close-knit.
Rare Society: A Distinguished Steakhouse in University Heights
Chef Brad Wise’s Rare Society brings a refined steakhouse experience to University Heights, with wood-fired cooking, strong hospitality, and standout dishes.
February Community Meeting Recap: Streetcar Revival and More
A recap of the February UHCA meeting, including updates on the Brucker site, library programs, transportation safety, and the streetcar revival proposal.
What’s Next for UH After the SDUSD Brucker Site Decision?
SDUSD has selected the Protea-Malick proposal for the Brucker site. Here’s what the decision means for University Heights and what comes next.
February is Presidents’ Month
In honor of Presidents’ Month, UHCA reflects on the volunteer leaders who have shaped University Heights since the association’s founding.
Brucker Ed Center Site: Final Proposal Presentations & Public Comment Ahead of Selection Vote
The San Diego Unified School District Board will hear from all four developers and public comment before voting on a path forward for redevelopment of the 4100 Normal Street Brucker Education Center.
Happy New Year, University Heights!
Friends of the UH Library kick off the new year with events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support the neighborhood library.
February at the UH Library
The University Heights Library shares February programs, events, and closures, including Museum Month and Black History Month activities.
Ensuring Affordable Housing in University Heights: A Call for Equitable and Collaborative Solutions
A perspective on the Brucker site redevelopment process, balancing the need for affordable housing with infrastructure, scale, and neighborhood character.