Jessica Lerner shares miracles with world
Joe Llorin, Staff Writer
November 3, 2011
With so many young artists surfacing in the music business these days, being successful is harder than ever before – just ask Jessica Lerner, whose hard work and tenacity has helped her become a success in the local music scene. Lerner is a singer and songwriter from San Diego who made her performing... Read more »
Ben Ross shines in the spotlight
Joe Llorin, Staff Writer
October 28, 2011
Open your eyes, San Diego: there’s a rising star in the local music scene and he’s looking to paint the town a new coat with his musical swagger. Born and raised in his hometown of Fort Lauderdale, Ben Ross grew up with the dream to be a famous musician. However, because he “felt out of place”... Read more »
Locally Sourced Meals: Graffiti eggplant adds artistic aspect to pizza
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 25, 2011
As the peak season comes to a close, stands at the farmers markets in San Diego are full to the brim with eggplants in all varieties, colors and sizes. Originally found as a wild crop in India, eggplants were first cultivated in China before being brought over to Europe during the Middle Ages, according... Read more »
Alchemy creates golden fare from international favorites
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 6, 2011
Many restaurants have failed in their attempts to fuse multiple cuisines, but Alchemy has truly succeeded in churning out an international menu that is pure gold, located in South Park at 1503 30th St. Part speakeasy, part art gallery and part irreplaceable dining experience, Alchemy has been a great... Read more »
Cupcake craze will cause you to crawl through town
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
September 27, 2011
The popularity of the hit shows Cupcake Wars and DC Cupcakes, along with the coast-to-coast bakery chain Sprinkles have created a cupcake craze around the country. There is no better way to celebrate than to crawl through San Diego from shop to shop. This new sect of dessert pop culture has been the... Read more »
Mesa Dance Co. enchants ‘State of Mind’
Joe Vilayrath
July 18, 2011
Many students and families were treated to a phenomenal show produced by the Mesa Dance Company titled “State of Mind” which was held at the Garfield Theatre at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center from April 28-30. The Mesa Dance Company showcased performances containing many forms... Read more »
Designers, models prepare for 30th annual Golden Scissors fashion show
Lauren J. Mapp
July 18, 2011
The fashion department at San Diego Mesa College is preparing for the 30th Golden Scissors Fashion Show and Awards Gala, to be held on Friday May 13. This prestigious annual production will take place at the Sheraton Hotel and Marina on Harbor Island and will feature the works of student designers from... Read more »
Insidious
Justin Wells
April 14, 2011
“Insidious,” from the creators of “Saw” and “Paranormal Activity,” keeps its audience on the edge of their seat and with their faces covered throughout its entirety, but it still does not meet expectations. The film has the usual haunted house story but with a bit... Read more »
Movie Review: Hop to movie theaters for a new holiday classic
Lauren J. Mapp
April 14, 2011
Santa has always been the one seasonal character to hold the monopoly on holiday-themed movies in Hollywood, but the release of the Easter themed “Hop” shows that chocolate bunnies, colored eggs and fuzzy, yellow chicks have a place on the silver screen as well. “Hop”, directed... Read more »
‘Angles’ great addition to ‘The Strokes’ repertoire
Antonio De La O
April 14, 2011
Fans of The Strokes and alternative rock can expect a violent orgasm on a completed listen of “Angles,” for this is their best album since their debut almost 10 years ago. It has been about five years since The Strokes last album release and their return results in an amazing album. To fans... Read more »
