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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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Whaley House SD
Travel and Outdoors
‘Locals Month’: San Diego residents get free admission to Whaley House, Old Town Trolley Tours
The locals-only deal runs through Tuesday, Jan. 31
January 4, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Padres Goose
Culture
Unforgettable San Diego moments from 2022
The Padres rally goose. Stunning shorelines. Big cats. Dinosaurs. We sure unlocked some core memories in SD this year.
December 21, 2022
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Monica Garske
Pacific Beach SD
Culture
SDtoday’s most-clicked stories and Instagram posts of 2022
Restaurants. Beaches. Comic-Con. Charitable Causes. Dang, you’re dynamic, San Diego.
December 19, 2022
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Monica Garske
Snapdragon Stadium Red Hot Chili Peppers SD
Culture
Concerts and events coming to Snapdragon Stadium in 2023 — so far
The Red Hot Chili Peppers and P!nk will light up the venue in Mission Valley in the next year.
December 16, 2022
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Monica Garske
Johnston's restaurant and bar SD
Food
New restaurant — with familiar façade — will open at former site of Small Bar in University Heights
Johnston’s will open at 4628 Park Blvd., with a sign dating back to 1924.
December 15, 2022
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Monica Garske
Por Vida Cafe SD
Food
30 San Diego coffee shops we loved in 2022
We spanned the county searching for java gems — and boy, did the local coffee shops shine. ☕
December 15, 2022
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Monica Garske
Carruth Cellars Liberty Station SD
Food
Let’s wine down: 5 urban wineries in San Diego
A toast to grape discoveries — from Little Italy to Liberty Station.
December 13, 2022
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Monica Garske
David Spitzfaden SD
Arts
North County native featured on Lizzo’s ‘Someday at Christmas’ cover
Mission Vista High School grad David Spitzfaden plays guitar on the pop star’s song.
December 13, 2022
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Monica Garske
Bird Rock coffee roasters mugs
Culture
San Diego gift ideas from SDtoday’s editors
10 things Monica and Michael can’t live without.
December 12, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
A photo of a little girl in a green dress taken by artist Lisa Ross for an art exhibition in San Diego.
Arts
What’s on at the San Diego Museum of Art?
These three exhibitions span contemporary photo and visual arts — and mark some firsts for the artists.
December 9, 2022
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Monica Garske
Mission Trails Regional Park in San Diego in the winter.
Travel and Outdoors
Winter 2022-2023 weather trends for San Diego
Prepare for winter weather in our city with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 9, 2022
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Monica Garske
Hollywood Grauman's Chinese Theatre SD
Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Hollywood, CA
It’s showtime. 🎬
December 6, 2022
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Monica Garske
Aubrey Rose Tea Room holiday tea SD
Food
3 places for holiday-themed afternoon tea in San Diego
Tea time, with a festive twist.
December 5, 2022
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Monica Garske
The Cottage La Jolla
Food
Sweet celebration: The Cottage restaurant in La Jolla turns 30
The eatery will roll back its prices to the original 1992 menu at both of its locations and raise money for a good cause.
December 1, 2022
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Monica Garske
December Nights SD
Culture
December Nights returns to full glory: What to know
Balboa Park’s biggest event of the year is back in its original form on Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturday, Dec. 3
November 29, 2022
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Monica Garske
North Park Nursery
Culture
Small Business Saturday 2022 in San Diego
Here are a few ways to shop small and local on Saturday, Nov. 26.
November 23, 2022
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Monica Garske
We tip our hats to those who move their feet before feasting on Thanksgiving Day. | Photo via ThanksgivingRun.org
Travel and Outdoors
Turkey Trots happening on Thanksgiving Day 2022 in San Diego
Get ready to run into this holiday season.
November 22, 2022
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Monica Garske
NOVO Brazil Otay Ranch SD
Sports
Where to watch FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 in San Diego
Many local pubs and restaurants will air the matches between now and mid-December.
November 21, 2022
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Monica Garske
Lightscape SD 2022
Arts
Lightscape 2022 debuts at San Diego Botanic Garden
One million lights line a 1-mile trail, twinkling to holiday tunes along the way.
November 17, 2022
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Monica Garske
Little Blue Penguins traveling SD
Culture
5 Little Blue Penguins from Birch Aquarium move to Cincinnati Zoo
The trek is part of a program that works to maintain the genetic diversity of species in zoos and aquariums.
November 15, 2022
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Monica Garske
Monica and Mike SDtoday
Culture
SDtoday celebrates its first birthday
Thank you for one year of fun.
November 14, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
Kobeys Swap Meet San Diego
Culture
Stellar swap meets in San Diego
From Kobey’s to some East County gems, there are lots of opportunities for bargain hunting in San Diego County.
November 11, 2022
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Monica Garske
Helen Woodward Fall Camp SD
Culture
Thanksgiving Break camps for the kids
These daytime outings on Monday, Nov. 21-Wednesday, Nov. 23, will keep your little critters busy while they’re out of school.
November 11, 2022
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Monica Garske
SD Veterans Park Poway
Culture
Veterans Day 2022 ceremonies and freebies in San Diego
Many local businesses are offering deals on Friday, Nov. 11, to military service members
November 9, 2022
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Monica Garske
SD Election Day
City
2022 Statewide General Election Day in San Diego
The local polls are open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
November 7, 2022
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Monica Garske
SD Bay Wine and Food Festival
Food
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival returns with delicious culinary events
The celebration runs from Tuesday, Nov. 8-Sunday, Nov. 13, highlighting 60+ winemakers, chefs, spirits brands, and more.
November 7, 2022
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Monica Garske
Del Mar Racing SD
Culture
And away they go: Bing Crosby Season gallops into Del Mar
The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s fall horse racing season starts Friday, Nov. 11.
November 3, 2022
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Monica Garske
Old Town SD Dia de los Muertos
Culture
Old Town San Diego celebrates Día de los Muertos 2022
A candlelight procession through the landmark begins at dusk on Wed., Nov. 2.
November 1, 2022
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Monica Garske
SD Beer Week
Food
The return of San Diego Beer Week and 2022 Guild Fest
The 10-day celebration of the local craft beer scene runs Fri., Nov. 4-Sun., Nov. 13.
November 1, 2022
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Monica Garske
Nightmare on Normal San Diego
Culture
Nightmare on Normal Street returns to Hillcrest
The Halloween dance party takes over the Pride Flag Plaza on Sat., Oct. 29.
October 26, 2022
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Monica Garske
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