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Beyond Walks: How Books Are Uniting UH Women's Walk Club Members
The UH Women's Walk Club Book Club has grown to 200 members and 23 books read, creating community through shared reading and lively monthly discussions.
UH St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl Draws Over 300 Neighbors
Over 300 neighbors joined the 4th annual UH St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl, hitting Cheers, Gilly's, Lancers, Kairoa, Park & Rec, Tap Room, and more.
How Many Species Can You Find in the UH Biodiversity Garden?
The UH Biodiversity Gardens on Meade Ave and Birney field are in full bloom. Grab an ID app and see how many native species you can spot.
Plant Now or Pay Later: Why University Heights Needs More Trees
With Zone Zero rules and development reducing UH's tree canopy, planting mature trees now is critical for shade, air quality, and wildlife habitat.
Be the Upgrade of Someone's Day: Spotlight on Roger at Cheers
This month's community spotlight honors Roger, the bartender at Cheers whose warm welcome and positive energy make the bar a true neighborhood favorite.
March 2026 Community Meeting Recap
Hear about zone zero during the March 2026 Community Board Meeting.
Volunteer Corner: Spring Events Need Your Help
UHCA needs volunteers for the April 26 Bike Tune-Up Clinic and May 9 Party on Park, plus blockwalkers and newspaper bundlers. Email volunteer@uhsd.org.
Curb Your Enthusiasm: Restoring Pride of Arrival in University Heights
Ricky Follis explains the idea behind Curb, a local service focused on cleaning and restoring the front entry spaces that welcome people home.
Fake Service Dogs Cause Real Harm
Part III of Lola Handzel’s service dog series explains why falsely presenting a pet as a service dog harms disabled people and legitimate teams.
Happenings at Roosevelt: March 2026 Updates
Roosevelt Middle School shares updates on the averted strike, a new commute survey, thrift store volunteers, and IB student awards.
Women’s Pro Volleyball: Meet the San Diego Mojo
The San Diego Mojo bring major league volleyball to Viejas Arena, offering high-energy matches and affordable fun for local families.
Award-Winning Key Lime Cookies Recipe
This Great UH Bake Off favorite combines graham cracker cookies with creamy key lime filling for a crowd-pleasing dessert recipe.
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.