Michael Mercil’s mural, Art is Good for You at 7777 Girard Ave., entreats the embrace of the arts, both in its creation and consumption. Painted directly on-site, this lively imperative reminds the viewer of the importance of art as a crucial and ubiquitous aspect of daily life. Taking inspiration f

As a San Diego local, I’m here to let you in on one of our best-kept secrets. Julian, California, might be renowned for its delectable apple pies, but there’s something else here that captures the essence of adventure and conservation—it’s the California Wolf Center. If your heart beats for wildlife

I love bookstores and my husband already knows that I can never walk passed one. There’s something special about searching through the shelves of an independent bookstore to discover gems you didn’t even know existed. I could spend hours searching the shelves and simply soaking up the atmosphere. Sa