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Ocean Beach MainStreet Association Annual Awards Vote Now!

Submitted by obma on Thu, 12/19/2024 - 1:33pm

Ocean Beach MainStreet Association members and community members. It's that time of year again to recognize OBMA businesses that shined and exemplified the OB spirit in 2024. It's your chance to vote for the "People's Choice Award" in each category.

This survey will be open until January 5, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Please make sure to vote when you initially open it; once it is opened and closed, it can not be returned later.

If you have questions regarding the survey or the nomination process or would like to join one of our committees (which nominate these great businesses), contact the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association office at (619) 224-4906 or [email protected].

Vote Here

Happy Holidays!

Ocean Beach MainStreet Association Team

2nd Annual OBE Teachers are SOUPer

Submitted by obma on Mon, 12/16/2024 - 12:27pm

Let’s treat our Ocean Beach Elementary teachers to a nice hot lunch before winter break.

Please help us reach our goal of $700. We couldn’t do it without your help.

Your donation will help feed a well-deserving staff of 54 with comfort food from Mad Munch!

There will also be a special gift from the Ocean Beach Business Center (OBBC).

Thanks for your support!

Donate Here

Toy Drive - Our Biggest Ever

Submitted by obma on Fri, 12/13/2024 - 1:55pm

Share the Joy and Bring Happiness on December 17th!

Brought to you by The Peninsula Alliance

DROP OFF LOCATION: THE HARP IRISH PUB

DONATE NEW, UNWRAPPED TOYS ON 12/17 AND HELP MAKE THE HOLIDAYS SPECIAL FOR NEEDY CHILDREN.

4935 NEWPORT AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92107

For more info: (858) 869-9448

Are You a Retired Senior? Volunteer for Patrol with SDPD

Submitted by obma on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 2:42pm

The San Diego Police Department has several volunteer opportunities available for residents who want to assist in keeping San Diegans safe. Volunteers must pass a police background. No persons with felony or misdemeanor convictions will be accepted.

See what volunteer position might fit your skills, and join the team today!

Apply to be a Volunteer

Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (R.S.V.P.)

Hours: Vary; see below.
Locations: Vary
Minimum Age: 50
Court Referrals: No

R.S.V.P Brochure
R.S.V.P Video
R.S.V.P Pat Justice

Assist in providing an increased level of crime prevention programs within specific geographic areas, perform vacation house checks and You Are Not Alone welfare checks, and promote community awareness and acceptance of R.S.V.P. program.

Qualifications: 50 years of age or older, interest in working with law enforcement officers, effective oral and written communication skills, reliable and trustworthy with confidential information, in good health, valid California Driver's License. Previous law enforcement experience not required.

All applicants must complete a ride-along at the police station they would like work at AND an online application through the City's Volunteer Better Impact portal.

Upon the completion of a background and selection process, you will be required to participate in a TWO-WEEK Academy to prepare you for field duties.

Time Commitment: Three, 8-hour shifts per month

For more information, contact Volunteer Services at 619-446-1017 or email at [email protected].

Or, visit the San Diego Police Department website and read more: https://www.sandiego.gov/police/recruiting/volunteer

OB Pancake Breakfast

Submitted by obma on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 1:22pm

26^th Annual Near the Pier Pancake Breakfast

Saratoga Park

(at the west end of Saratoga Avenue)

All proceeds benefit the Ocean Beach Community Foundation (OBCF), which brings community events to OBecians, including Taste of OB, the Holiday Parade and Tree, the Holiday Auction and Party, and the Food & Toy Drive.

Buy Tickets

Volunteer

City of San Diego Releases Report Regarding Status of Ocean Beach Pier

Submitted by obma on Sun, 08/25/2024 - 9:40am

REPAIRS TO DAMAGED PIER NO LONGER FEASIBLE; FOCUS NOW TURNS TO LONG-TERM REPLACEMENT

SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego has determined the safest and most cost-effective option for the Ocean Beach Pier is to keep the structure closed to public access while the City moves forward with a long-term solution to replace the 58-year-old pier. The Ocean Beach Pier has been closed since it was damaged by high surf in October 2023. Additional, and more significant, damage occurred in December 2023 when a support bracket – or “pile” – broke off and fell into the ocean. Engineering teams have determined that any work to rehabilitate the pier is not feasible, especially given the likelihood of additional damage occurring during future winter storms.

“The Ocean Beach Pier is an iconic landmark of San Diego, but it was built nearly six decades ago and no longer can withstand the impacts of rising sea levels and storm surge along our coast,” said Elif Cetin, Assistant Director of the Engineering and Capital Projects Department. “The decision on how to proceed factors in the likelihood that future storms will cause additional damage to the pier in coming years – and whether it makes sense to pour resources into a structure that will continue to need extensive repairs or to instead invest in the long-term pier- replacement project.”

A report released today outlines several immediate measures that could be taken to address the recent damage to the pier; however, due to the overall cost, timeline, feasibility and environmental permitting that would be required for those options, the City has decided to leave the pier as is. Those immediate measures would not allow for the reopening of the pier. Additional repairs or rehabilitation would be required to reopen the pier, which would include extensive construction, heavy machinery and the need to build a new structure to support the equipment and construction personnel.

While the pier does not pose an immediate threat to public safety, additional signage has been posted along the pier reminding visitors to be cautious when visiting the area. It references the San Diego Municipal Code which states it is against the law for anyone to swim, wade, surf or skin dive within 75 feet of any fishing pier owned or operated by the City (SDMC §63.20.16).

A 2018 study determined that the pier was beyond its useful life, recommending pursuing its replacement. At the time, minimal repairs would have cost approximately $8 million, and rehabilitation would have cost approximately $30 million to $50 million. Since that 2018 study was conducted, the pier damage and construction industry repair costs have both significantly increased, further bolstering the case for replacement. The City continues to make progress on the Ocean Beach Pier Renewal project. There have been four community workshops since April 2023 to gather input from the community about what they would like to see in a new pier. That input was used to develop the preferred design concept for a potential replacement pier which incorporates iconic elements of the existing 58-year-old Ocean Beach Pier and aesthetic elements that offer something modern and new for future generations to enjoy. City consultants are currently making minor updates to the design concept based on the most recent feedback received from the community regarding specific pier amenities like lighting and shade options. This updated design concept is expected to be released this fall.

City staff are working to acquire the proper environmental permits for the project under the California Environmental Quality Act and engage with the appropriate stakeholders to get feedback during the Environmental Impact Report process, as well as acquire proper funding. The current estimated cost range for the Ocean Beach Pier Renewal project is $170 million to $190 million. This number is the estimated total project cost and includes everything completed so far for the community engagement process all the way through the end of construction. Currently, $8.4 million in state funding is designated for the project.

If the project receives the proper environmental permitting and secures the necessary funding, demolition of the existing pier and construction of the new pier will take place concurrently. The new pier will be constructed over approximately the same footprint as the existing pier but with a higher deck elevation to minimize the potential for wave damage and account for future sea level rise. Work would likely start from the base of the pier, where it connects with the land, and work toward the west.

The timeline for the start and end of construction for this project is yet to be determined but will be provided once the environmental permitting process and funding acquisition process are complete. A current project timeline is available on the project webpage. The timeline and other information regarding the Ocean Beach Pier Renewal project can be found at OBPierRenewal.com.

Intrepid Network and San Diego Automotive Museum collaborate on Marketing Campaign

Submitted by obma on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 4:47pm

Power of Porsche: Evolution of a Supercar

Intrepid Network Inc. completes Marketing Campaign with emphasis on social media, accompanied by traditional print collateral such as posters, rack cards, event calendar submissions, and local news station coverage by ABC Channel 10 news for the San Diego Automotive Museum located in Balboa Park.

Brought on to design and develop a marketing campaign with photography, video footage, audio narration, and custom music for promotional content used across YouTube, website, email, TV, print, online publication, and social media channels Intrepid Network was firing on all cylinders.

The campaign included promotional content focusing on five very rare Porsche’s worth over 10 million dollars from a single owner and around seven other locally owned Porsche’s including one previously owned by Paul Walker from the Fast & Furious franchise.

The marketing campaign started two weeks before the exhibition launch party on June 18^th with a preview during Father’s Day.

To view the five videos produced by Intrepid Network please visit the San Diego Automotive Museum YouTube channel.

View the playlist here

For assistance with promoting your next event please contact:

Josh Utley
Intrepid Network Inc. | Multimedia Services & Business Solutions
(805) 990-4538 | [email protected] | www.intrepidnetworkinc.com

The Power of Porsche: Evolution of a Supercar

June 15, 2024 to August 4, 2024

From the lightweight and top-performing 1973 Carrera RS, born of homologation requirements in racing, to the ultra-high tech 2019 935, The Power of Porsche: Evolution of a Supercar chronicles the Porsche obsession with shattering its own records at the Nürburgring, fueling the evolution of the marque’s timeless and superlative vehicles and influencing the development of all supercars. The exhibit will feature a 1973 Carrera RS Touring, 1988 959 Komfort, 2004 Carrera GT, 2015 918 Spyder Weissach, and 2019 935- a truly remarkable collection of Porsche supercars from a single stable.

The Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart to SoCal

June 15, 2024 to November 24, 2024

Though a relatively small automotive marque, Porsche has emerged as a defining influence on the automotive aspirations of the Western world in the postwar era. Over its 70-year history, Porsche has achieved an iconic status, instantly recognizable to even non-enthusiasts. Southern California plays a significant role in the Porsche legacy, with collectors and club members in this region contributing to the brand's vibrant worldwide community and exemplifying the enduring allure of Porsche. The Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart to SoCal will feature 6-8 of these locally owned machines from various eras, showcasing their singular design, engineering, and outsize cultural influence.

Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart to SoCal

Tickets can be purchased in advance starting Tuesday, June 11, at https://sdautomuseum.org/products/admission or the door, and include admission to the entire museum.

The San Diego Automotive Museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 pm, with the last entry at 4:30 pm Closed on Mondays. Admission (adults ages 18-plus) is $15:50; children (ages 4-15) are $10.25; seniors (65-plus), students (with ID), and military are $11.75. Children 5 and below are free.

The San Diego Automotive Museum is proud to be a Blue Star Museum. All Active, Reserve, Coast Guard, and National Guard plus 5 dependents get in for free with military ID. Service members need not be present.

https://sdautomuseum.org/pages/explore

For additional details about the exhibit please contact:

Brandi Wilson
Phone: 619-398-0303
[email protected]

Welcome Valkyrie Yoga to Ocean Beach

Submitted by obma on Tue, 06/25/2024 - 2:37pm

Valkyrie Yoga is a new business in Ocean Beach that is focused on all-around wellness. The classes offered daily are breathwork, sound healing, and yoga. The yoga classes are a variety from active to relaxing and restorative in order to support everyone’s needs. The founder, Agnete, has been exploring the healing arts for well over a decade and wanted to create a space that offers true healing, support, and community. Valkyrie also hosts monthly events to cultivate community and support the arts, from open mic and poetry nights to ecstatic dance and cacao ceremonies!

Address: 4876 Santa Monica Ave, San Diego, CA 92107

Phone: (619) 488-9971

Agnete is certified in yoga, somatic therapy, and a variety of other healing modalities. For over a decade she has been exploring various types of breathwork all over the world. Because of her own personal experience with the healing benefits of breathwork, Agnete’s passion is to offer this healing in an affordable and accessible way. She believes that everyone should have access to the healing that can be found through the variety of modalities offered at Valkyrie. To invest in your health in this way is true and sustainable healthcare. Consistent breathwork helps with inflammation, fatigue, depression, anxiety, circulation, vitality, and maintaining youthful energy and appearance and the list goes on and on! The breathwork offered at Valkyrie is for everyone. As Agnete says, “All you have to do is show up and breathe and it’s so worth it.” The breathwork offered at Valkyrie is more of a breath journey that incorporates the healing benefits of sound with all of the crystal sound bowls, gongs, and other amazing instruments. You will start feeling it right away! You will feel better and better as you continue to tend to your health from the inside out! There are classes on the schedule to support everyone depending on what you are looking for. All of the teachers and facilitators at Valkyrie teach from the heart and come from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience.

The studio is absolutely beautiful and has a relaxing energy. The floors are natural bamboo and the starlights offer a soft and soothing glow. There is an abundance of healthy and happy plants to support the ambiance and air quality in the studio and the overall look and feel is very cozy. The studio is open and spacious and there is even a tranquil garden in the back for fresh air. The founder is Norwegian-American and she was inspired to design the studio in a way that has that cozy Scandinavian summer-cabin vibe. The name Valkyrie symbolizes strength in all of us. The many forms of strength needed to navigate life. Valkyrie offers a new student special for locals, $33 for an unlimited week of breathwork, sound healing, and yoga. This way you can try out the classes to see if it’s the right fit for you and your needs. Valkyrie is open every day and offers breathwork and sound healing every day. You can sign up and check out the daily schedule online at valkyrieyoga.com and everyone is welcome!

Valkyrie Yoga Studio in Ocean Beach San Diego