The San Diego Traveler

May 27th, 2008

Are You Ready to QUASH?

What is QUASH? It’s the Quest to Unravel Alzheimer’s Scavenger Hunt. One part physical, one part mental, all for a good cause, QUASH is an unforgettable adventure through city landmarks and hidden hotspots. As they say:
“Soak in the sights and sounds of San Diego! Register to QUASH on June 14, 2008 and remember why […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 5 comments

April 18th, 2008

Walk for MS

This weekend marks the first of two San Diego walks to raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). MS is a disease with no known cause or cure. It is a chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system, characterized by mild symptoms such as numbness in the limbs, or severe symptoms that can include […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 3 comments

April 14th, 2008

Welcome to Spa Week!

What’s so special about Spa Week? Full service spa treatments, normally costing from $100 to $200 dollars, for just $50 dollars each!
Why not try something delicious, like the White Sugar Honey Body Polish at Bella Tosca Day Spa & Salon, the Ice Cream Pedicure at The Catamaran Spa, or the Mango Enzyme Exfoliating Facial at […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

April 2nd, 2008

Few Beaches Welcome Smokers

Encinitas recently joined the slew of San Diego cities banning smoking on their beaches. These now include:

Chula Vista
Coronado
Del Mar
El Cajon
Encinitas
Imperial Beach
La Mesa
National City
Oceanside
Poway
San Diego
Solana Beach

These smoking bans are due not only to concern for the effect of second-hand smoke, but the awful litter left by smokers.
I don’t know if it’s just me, but it seems […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments

March 31st, 2008

Healthcare Workers Wanted

Doubletree Hotel San Diego-Mission Valley will host a Healthcare Job Fair on Tuesday, April 8.
Recruiters from dozens of local companies will be there, ready to hire qualified professionals.
Some of the hiring companies include:

Accent Care
Alvarado Hospital
Alvarado Parkway Institute
CliniComp
Continental Rehabilitation Hospital
Family Health Centers of San Diego
Genoptix
Kaiser Permanente
Kindred Hospital
LightBridge Hospice
Palomar Pomerado Health
Paradise Valley Hospital
PIMA Medical Institute
Promise […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 3 comments

March 9th, 2008

Champagne Wishes and Chocolate Dreams

The one and only Robin Leach is coming to Point Loma to celebrate Creations in Chocolate on Thursday, March 13, at the McMillin Event Center.
Some of the city’s top dessertiers and Master Pastry Chefs will share an evening of extraordinary chocolate creations, as well as some smooth jazz music, a light dinner, champagne and […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

March 7th, 2008

Clash at Clairemont

On Saturday (March 8), PacSun and the Mission Valley YMCA will present the 2nd Annual Clash at Clairemont, with demonstrations from over 20 of the top professional skateboarders and BMX bike riders, including:

Skate

Andy MacDonald
Kelly Belmar

Tony Hawk
Pat Ngoho

Bucky Lasek
Steve Olson

Pierre Luc Gagnon
Cara Beth Burnside

Lincoln Ueda
Mimiknoop

Buster Halterman

BMX

Adam Taylor
Jamie Bestwick

Karen Jones
Kevin Robinson

Zac Miller
Mat Hoffman

Patrick Ryan
Dennis McCoy

Come watch […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

February 17th, 2008

Bridal Gown Sale to Benefit Those with Breast Cancer

Are you looking for your wedding gown? If you won’t be wearing your mother’s hand-me-down wedding dress for your nuptials, this event is probably the best deal that you’re going to find in San Diego.
The Brides Against Breast Cancer wedding gown sale is the biggest fundraising event for the Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 1 comment

January 28th, 2008

Fight Against Breast Cancer in San Diego

Have you seen the Breast Cancer 3-Day commercials on TV lately? You may be wondering when San Diego will be participating. Well, our turn comes very late in the year - November 21-23 this year, but it’s not too early to register and begin your fundraising efforts.

What is the Breast Cancer 3-Day?

Thousands of women […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 1 comment

January 23rd, 2008

Love Your Body, Heal Your Self

On Friday evening (January 25 from 5-9pm), join the WorldBeat Center for an alternative happy hour. Non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails will be served, along with acupuncture, massage, energy healing, yoga and meditation, and Sene Africa will provide the music.
This event is free, and open to all ages, but anyone under 18 must be accompanied […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments