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Cecilia Vargas of Cecilia's Fine Jewelry Earns UH Upgrade Honor
Dr. Jeremy Gaynier honors Cecilia Vargas of Cecilia's Fine Jewelry for her warm welcome, kindness, and steady support of UH neighbors.
UHCA President's Corner: New Volunteer Roles and a Stronger Year Ahead
UHCA President Marc Johnson celebrates record growth and recruits volunteers for distribution, blockwalking, membership, and Uptown planning roles.
Volunteer to Grow UH's Biodiversity Garden Along Meade Avenue
UHCA's Native Plants Team meets monthly along Meade Avenue and seeks donations to fund more drought-tolerant plants for the neighborhood.
Native Poppy and SDMA Wrap UH Sign in Petals for Art Alive Preview
San Diego Museum of Art and Native Poppy wrapped the UH sign pillars in flowers as a preview of Art Alive 2026.
Plume: Andy's Plumbing Owner Blaine Grosse Earns UHCA's Praise
Andy Lange awards a Plume to Blaine Grosse of Andy's Plumbing, recognizing his honest service, professionalism, and longtime advertising support.
How San Diego Air Pollution Affects University Heights Health
Tijuana River fumes, freeway emissions, and industrial pollution often degrade the air around University Heights and threaten resident health.
UH Library May 2026 Events: Maker Monday, Emily Dickinson, and More
Peggy Goings previews May programs at the UH Library, including Maker Monday, Emily Dickinson tribute night, ArtQuest, and Bike Anywhere Day.
NPPC Election Recap and Push for Crosswalks at Three UH Intersections
UH reps to North Park Planning recap a record election turnout and request crosswalks and pedestrian safety upgrades near area schools.
Bill Ellig Steps Down From UCPG; Matt Driver Named New Chair
Bill Ellig leaves UHCA and the Uptown Community Planning Group; Matt Driver becomes new UCPG Chair while two seats remain open.
New Utility Box Murals by Nicholas Danger Brighten University Heights
Local artists keep transforming UH utility boxes into bright public art, with two new murals by Nicholas Danger in the neighborhood.
Canyon Safety Update: Pushing City and Caltrans on Encampments
City officials and UHCA push to clear encampments and resolve Caltrans jurisdiction issues affecting University Heights canyons.
Apartment Living with Dogs: Tips from Your UH Neighbors
From noise complaints to elevator etiquette and off-leash rules, UH neighbors share tips for responsible dog ownership in apartment living.
Party on Park 2026 Is On: Save the Date for May 9
UHCA’s Party on Park returns on May 9, bringing music, food, drinks, shopping, and neighborhood fun to Park Boulevard.
Passport to Adventure: Birney Elementary Hosts a Global Cultural Fair
Alice Birney Elementary hosts Passport to Adventure on April 25 — a free cultural fair with food, games, dance, and booths representing countries worldwide.
Welcome Whit at Home
UH’s newest business opened their doors in March, Whit at Home. An interior design company with a storefront that will host workshops, design clubs, and more. Welcome to UH!
2025 By the Numbers
2025 was a banner year for UHCA, and your support is what fueled it! Check out our 2025 “by the numbers” and also link to our 2024-2025 fiscal year annual report, part of our commitment to be transparent about how your organization operates.
The Palette: Where Community Meets Color
A new regular feature talking about the vibrant arts scene in UH by our own Kelsey Diaz!
A Tribute to Ernie Bonn: 1930-2026
Tributes from the community on the recent loss of longtime neighborhood advocate, leader, and friend Ernie Bonn.
Happenings at Roosevelt: Library Fundraising, Student-Led Conferences, and IB Fest
Roosevelt Middle School highlights include a library fundraising campaign raising over $5,700, student-led conferences, and the upcoming IB Fest on April 16.
April at the University Heights Library: Science, Poetry, Birding, and More
The UH Library's April lineup includes Fleet Science demos, a Birding 101 workshop, San Diego Poet Laureate reading, and weekly kids' storytimes.