Life + Culture

A Community Built on Trust and Treats

High-quality care for your furry family members, offered by your friendly neighborhood pet sitters Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by Fuzzy Buddies Friendly dogs, cuddly cats, bashful bunnies and beckoning birds all around Chula Vista are being loved not only by their owners, but by the caring and professional pet sitters of Fuzzy Buddies Pet Sitting.  If you’re like us, you consider pets as part of the family. You know that when you leave home for a vacation, work trip, or...

Local Services

Where Future Leaders Begin

Scouting America's impact on Chula Vista Youth Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Scout Troops 1194 and 2001 Few experiences are as rewarding as watching a shy eleven-year-old grow into a confident young leader. For Scouting America volunteers, it's one of the many reasons they continue to be a part of the impactful organization. Scouting has a rich history in San Diego, with some of the first ever scout troops formed right here in the early 1900’s. In the 1920's, Camp Balboa opened...

Professional Services

Protecting What Matters Most

Local law firm representing families now, for a safer future tomorrow Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by Nahama Law When it comes to child safety, it’s everyone’s responsibility to ensure we’re doing all we can to keep them protected. An unfortunate incident impacting the wellbeing of a child is most people’s worst nightmare. Sometimes, though, no matter how much we prepare, the unimaginable happens. When it does, an experienced personal injury attorney can help your family...

Local Services

Finding Forever:

Chula Vista’s Haven for Homeless Pets Article by Andrea Malave | Photography by Joaquin Suarez The Chula Vista Animal Care Facility(CVACF) is true heartbeat of South Bay pet advocacy. Located at 130 Beyer Way, this essential facility serves as a compassionate haven dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing local dogs, cats, bunnies, and more. Far more than a standard shelter, the center works tirelessly to keep our neighborhood pets safe and healthy. They provide vital community...

Food + Beverage

A PROTEIN-PACKED BREAKFAST OR LUNCHBOX FAVORITE

SOMETHING THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN ENJOY Article and Photography by Ceren Ercanturk These mini egg muffins are one of our favorite ways to serve vegetables to children in a simple, approachable way. Made with eggs, asparagus, and mozzarella cheese, they can be prepared ahead of time and enjoyed throughout the week. PREP TIME 10 Min COOK TIME 18 - 20 Min SERVINGS 6 Muffins KID APPROVED Yes ♥ Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1 cup asparagus, finely chopped 1⁄2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 1 tbsp...

Health + Wellness

A Journey Into The Past

In a world that looks at dementia through a bleak lens, George G. Glenner Alzheimer Family Centers Town Square® makes it just a little bit brighter. Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Joaquin Suarez For many with loved ones suffering from dementia, things can feel exceptionally gloomy. Isolation, confusion, and exhaustion mark their days as they care for a friend or family member with increasing cognitive decline. At Glenner Centers Town Square® in Chula Vista, both people with dementia...

Life + Culture

Outdoor Musts This July

Adventures That Await You Article by Adrian Estrada EXPERIENCES: North Island Credit Union Amphitheater The amphitheater is a great place to be this month if you’re interested in high-energy and groovy music. North Island Credit Union Amphitheater is hosting a country artist, Chris Stapleton, from July 10th to 11th. Then the metal/rock group Evanescence on July 17th. If you’re looking for great music, go visit North Island Credit Union Amphitheater. Sun Outdoor San Diego Bay Imagine...

Travel

Coastal Cool Meets Hero-Worthy Adventure

at Gaylord Pacific Resort on our Chula Vista Bayfront Article by Kara Witherow | Photography by Gaylord Pacific Resort Just seven miles from downtown San Diego, an extraordinary new destination has redefined the California getaway. Nestled along the scenic Chula Vista Bayfront, Gaylord Pacific Resort blends dramatic ocean, bay, and mountain views with unforgettable experiences designed for every type of traveler, and this summer will be legendary. Super Hero Summer featuring DC Can you...

Travel

Your Gateway to Adventure

The binational bridge that’s changing the face of travel in the Cali-Baja region Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by CBX In 2015, a wildly innovative idea came to fruition. Connecting two vibrant communities—San Diego and Tijuana—the Cross Border Xpress, or CBX, became a literal bridge between the two nations, offering travelers an easily accessible means of travel between California and Baja California, MX The idea stemmed from the desire to solve an obvious problem: the...

Education

Sowing the Seeds of Education

The ripple effect of supporting families in their earliest years Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by CDA For more than 50 years, Child Development Associates (CDA) has made a lasting impact on the lives of working families, creating positive change in the local community by supporting children, families, and childcare providers. Beginning right here in Chula Vista as a family business, the organization has grown from a small one-room preschool in Otay Mesa to serving tens of...