The March 2024 University City News (PDF version) is now online and available to read, print, and share with family and friends. Click on the Newsletter Cover image to read and download the PDF version. The print version of the University City News will be available to pick up at the Libraries and Recreation Centers this weekend; delivery begins (weather permitting) this weekend also.
UCCA’s University City News print newsletter is unique. It is the only source of hyperlocal news in University City. You will find news and features here that you won’t find anywhere else. UCCA thanks all the UCCA dues-paying members, contributors, the County Board of Supervisors, and newsletter advertisers who help to keep us in print. View and download 21+ years of University City history at: universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
Unlike many community town councils and community associations, UCCA publishes a print newsletter. Our volunteers are confident that you, our readers, value the University City News as much as UCCA does. We thank you for your support and donations that help keep our newsletter in print. We appreciate your support. If you haven’t done so already, you can make a donation and/or update your membership UCCA for 2024 at: Join UCCA Today!
Thursday, February 29, University City News print newsletter (PDF) available to download and read and share; Weather permitting, delivery begins this weekend. View and read online at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
March 2024, register to vote and check your voter registration for the March 5 primary election: https://www.sdvote.com/
Sunday, March 3, UCUC hosts Food Drive to benefit Community Christian Service Association (CCSA). For schedule and more information, visit: https://www.ucuc.org/
Sunday, March 3, 4 to 5:30, Power San Diego; sponsored by Change Begins with ME. Register at: bit.ly/CBWM_PSD
Saturday, March 9, San Diego Bloodmobile at UC MarketPlace on Governor Drive, from 8am to 1:30pm. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.mysdbb.org/donor/schedules/zip
Sunday, March 10, Daylight Saving Time starts at 2 a.m. local time.Set clock ahead one hour.
Sunday, March 10, People for a Clean UC. Contact Vince at: vfreardon@gmail.com
Wednesday, March 13, University City Community Association (UCCA).Meets in person this month at the Community Library 4155 Governor Drive. Networking begins at 5:15 pm; meeting from 5:30 to 7:30. When available, the agenda will be posted at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/ucca-meeting/
Saturday, March 16, Jemma (UCCA president) at Starbucks, 9 to 11; stop by the Starbucks on Governor Drive to share your suggestions and a cup of coffee.
Saturday March 16, Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center, 8810 Judicial Drive: Activities begin at 10:00 a.m. with Arts & Crafts bags, Community Resources, Food Vendor, and Photos with The Bunny. Egg Hunt Times: 10:30 am 0-2 yrs. w/Parent; 11:00 am 3-5 yrs.; 11:30 am 6-8 yrs.; 12:00 pm 9-12 yrs. Children should bring their own basket for collecting eggs and return them for a Goodie Bag. Parents should bring their camera for photos with the bunny! Prizes, craft bags, and goodie bags are available while supplies last.
Tuesday, March 19, Community Plan Update Subcommittee. Please note, date is tentative. For updated information, visit: https://www.planuniversity.org/
Wednesday, March 20, 6pm, UC Celebration Planning Committee. In person at Standley Recreation Center. To get on the emailing list, contact Randall at: randalltonini@icloud.com
Saturday, March 23, Spring Egg Hunt at Standley Recreation Center, 3585 Governor Drive: The annual SPRING EGG HUNT takes place on Saturday, March 23. Activities occur from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Egg Hunt Schedule: 0 – 2 years 10:00 am; 3 – 5 years 10:15 am; 6 – 8 years 10:30 am; 9 – 10 years 10:45 am. Children should bring their own basket for collecting eggs. Parents should bring their camera for photos with the bunny. Activities include Arts & Crafts, Spin art, and more!
Saturday, March 23, University City Fire Safe Council.In person at the University Community Library at 4155 Governor Drive, 1 pm. Sign in sheet for smoke detector giveaway opens at 12:45 pm.
Thursday, March 28, Standley Community Recreation Group. For information, call Recreation Center: 858.552.1651
April Save-the-Date:
Monday, April 22, One-on-One with CM Kent Lee. In person at 6 pm at the Library on Governor Drive. UCCA and community members will meet One-on-One with Councilmember Kent Lee and his staff.
March Schedules at our Libraries, Parks, and Pools:
Libraries – University Community and North University – program schedules:
There’s a lot going on in University City and we have a lot to chat about. Let’s get out there! This month, the University City community is host to many events with opportunities to meet up with elected officials, community leaders, neighbors and friends. I hope to see you out and about in University City.
Save-the-Date compiled by Diane Ahern, Corresponding Secretary / Past President, University City Community Association
UCCA Voice Mail: 858-412-0786
UCCA Email: UniversityCityNews@gmail.com
Please note: Sometimes things change. Please check the UCCA website and your event organizer for the latest information. Stay safe; stay healthy. Thanks for keeping in touch and helping to make University City more than just a neighborhood.
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March 2024 Save-the-Date: Join UCCA Today! : universitycitynews.org/join-ucca-today/
Sunday, March 10, Daylight Saving Time starts at 2 a.m. local time. Set clock ahead one hour.
Wednesday, March 20, 6pm, UC Celebration Planning Committee. In person at Standley Recreation Center. To get on the emailing list, contact Randall at: randalltonini@icloud.com
Saturday, March 23, University City Fire Safe Council. In person at the University Community Library at 4155 Governor Drive, 1 pm. Sign in sheet for smoke detector giveaway opens at 12:45 pm.
