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Monica Garske

Senior Content Strategist

Monica is based in San Diego, California. She was previously a senior digital media producer and podcast host at NBC 7 San Diego + The Scene, and has been in the news biz since 2005. She loves hiking, the beach, and family days with her husband and two kids.

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Dancers perform at the Latin Music Awards during National Hispanic Heritage Month
Events
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Derby City will be packed with celebrations, games, and awards for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
Sugar skulls
Events
Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 events in San Diego
From festivals and community programs to a themed weekend at Petco Park, here’s how to celebrate in San Diego.
September 13, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Popnology exhibit Comic-Con Museum October 2023
Entertainment
‘Popnology’ exhibit will headline Comic-Con Museum in Fall 2023
The new exhibit covers the influence between tech and pop culture and opens to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 4; the museum is closed through Tuesday, Oct. 3, for the installation.
September 11, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Skyline
City
What is 211 San Diego? A closer look at the resource in America’s Finest City
From health tips and food assistance to info on housing and Cool Zones — call 211.
September 11, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Distillers Festival
Festivals
That’s the Spirit: San Diego Distillers Guild Fest 2023 shaking things up at Liberty Station
Distill, my heart: The annual event goes down on Saturday, Sept. 23, showcasing nearly 20 of SD’s finest distilleries.
September 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Dole Fresh Fruit Company at Tenth Avenue Terminal Port of San Diego
Business
Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal on San Diego Bay is all ‘Doled’ up
On any given day, you can spot Dole’s cargo and container ships bustling about San Diego Bay.
September 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
The Canyoneers volunteer hiking group from The San Diego Natural History Museum
Travel and Outdoors
TheNat’s Canyoneers kick off their 2023-2024 hiking season in San Diego County
The group of volunteers from the San Diego Natural History Museum will lead 60 free, local hikes from September 2023 to June 2024 — their 51st annual hiking season.
September 1, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Spring 2020 red tide bioluminescence
Education
Scripps study highlights what fueled historic ‘red tide’ of spring 2020 in San Diego
The plankton that caused the ocean water to glow are described by scientists as the “Michael Phelps of the plankton world,” aka super swimmers.
August 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
Pacific Beach SD
Travel and Outdoors
The coast with the most: San Diego’s beautiful beaches
From Coronado and Pacific Beach to Encinitas and Oceanside, San Diego’s beaches are unmatched — it’s an abundance of riches, really.
August 29, 2023
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Monica Garske
A photo of San Diego Civic Theatre and the banners for Broadway San Diego's upcoming 46th season.
Curtains, up: The lineup for Broadway San Diego’s 46th season
My, my how can we resist you? The season kicks off at the San Diego Civic Theater with “The Book of Mormon” followed by hits like “Mamma Mia!”
August 28, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD ENVZN cross border art show
Arts
Cross-border art show planned for urban areas of Logan Heights
The ENVZN Urban Art Takeover on Saturday, Sept. 2, will feature 40+ artists from San Diego and Tijuana.
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Parana Empanadas
Food
7 places to eat empanadas in San Diego
The savory Latin American staple sure makes its mark around these parts. 🥟
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
Vendors at the La Mesa Village Farmers Market in east San Diego County
Events
Lettuce celebrate: La Mesa Village Farmers Market turns 30
The market takes over La Mesa Boulevard from 4th Street to Palm Avenue every Friday year-round.
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
Outdoor display of thrifted clothing and goods in front of the Treasure City Thrift store in Austin, Texas.
Play
Happy Hauling: swap meets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in Austin
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Capital City. Here are 21 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
August 24, 2023
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Laura Figi
SD 525 Olive luxury apartment complexes
Real Estate
Hot Homes: Luxury apartment complexes in San Diego
From downtown San Diego to Mission Valley, there’s some luxe living to be had at these buildings in America’s Finest City.
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Corridor Candle Co.
Small Business
Corridor Candle Co.: A San Diego-inspired small business that makes a lot of scents
The City Heights-based company specializes in candles inspired by beautiful places in SD — like Sunset Cliffs, Torrey Pines, and Anza-Borrego.
August 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD inaugural Taste of East Village 2023
Food
Order up: 35+ restaurants set to participate in first ever Taste of East Village in San Diego
The inaugural event is on Tuesday, Aug. 29, and Wednesday, Aug. 30, 4-8 p.m.
August 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD City of San Diego Hurricane Hilary presser
Weather
Tropical Storm Hilary’s impact: Emergency declarations, warnings, closures in San Diego
Hilary hit San Diego County on Sunday, Aug. 20, triggering California’s first ever tropical storm warning.
August 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
A portrait of trailblazing science fiction author Octavia E. Butler, the subject of a new exhibit coming in 2024 to San Diego.
Arts
Exhibit on trailblazing SoCal author Octavia E. Butler coming to New Children’s Museum
The exhibit — shaped by the community — is set to debut in 2024.
August 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Copley Symphony Hall renovation updates San Diego Symphony
Music
3 things to know: Updates on the $125 million renovation of Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego
The construction timeline for the large-scale project has shifted, and the hall’s anticipated reopening is now in early 2024.
August 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the star-studded Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
The brand-new, celeb-driven fest will highlight local culinary talent across 20+ events on Wednesday, Sept. 6-Monday, Sept. 11
August 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD OOLY Carlsbad
Small Business
Where to shop small and local for back-to-school supplies in San Diego
From art supplies to books, these small shops have you covered.
August 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Zoo Safari Park Elephant Valley rendering
Education
Have you herd? “Elephant Valley” coming to San Diego Zoo Safari Park in 2025
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance hopes the new savanna-like environment makes strides for conservation of the species.
August 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD GetMyBoat pink Barbie boat San Diego Bay
Travel and Outdoors
It’s giving Barbie vibes: Rent this pink party boat to cruise San Diego Bay
The all-pink electric boat will take your group of six cruising on San Diego Bay.
August 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Build NCC SANDAG San Elijo Activity Hub and Park and Ride
City
Grand opening: The San Elijo Activity Hub Park & Ride has arrived in Encinitas
The new facility near Interstate 5 features 166 parking spaces and info on access points to the San Elijo Lagoon and nearby hiking trails.
August 4, 2023
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Monica Garske
Colorful art pieces at Bazaar del Mundo in San Diego
Festivals
Authentic folk art, artists fill Bazaar del Mundo for Latin American Festival
The folk art showcase — Friday, Aug. 4-Sunday, Aug. 6 — will also boast a large display of authentic, intricate Mata Ortiz pottery.
August 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD ArtWalk Liberty Station
Festivals
ArtWalk Liberty Station 2023 returns with 175+ artists
The fine arts festival will also feature a new event this year — the first-ever VIP Preview pARTy presented by Ranch & Coast magazine.
July 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Special Election District 4 Ballot
City
What to know: District 4 special primary election in San Diego County
Election Day is on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023, for the Fourth Supervisorial District.
July 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD AleSmith Brewing Company Miramar
Small Business
Breweries in San Diego’s Miramar area — aka ‘Beeramar’
Many of San Diego’s most beloved craft breweries are making beer in the heart of Miramar.
July 25, 2023
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Monica Garske
The headquarters and offices of the San Diego Unified School District
Education
22 school districts in San Diego
From North County to the South Bay, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the school districts in San Diego County.
July 25, 2023
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Monica Garske
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