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Julian Autumn Jubilee
San Diego families looking for a memorable fall outing can celebrate the season at the Julian Autumn Jubilee, beginning September 26, 2026, at Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures. This seasonal festival brings classic autumn fun to life with pumpkin activities, hayrides, farm animals, crafts, games, and family adventure activities.
Visitors can enjoy hands-on experiences throughout the day, including cider pressing and a festive maze. Whether you are planning a family day trip, welcoming visiting friends, or looking for a fun community event, Fort Cross offers a relaxed setting filled with seasonal discoveries and old-fashioned charm.
General admission is $10, while activity packages start at $25. The Jubilee runs from September 26 through October 25, giving families multiple opportunities to enjoy the fall atmosphere in Julian. Be sure to review event details and plan your activities in advance.
Mark your calendar for September 26 and gather your crew for a day of pumpkins, hayrides, crafts, games, and cider. Learn more and prepare for your visit at https://www.fortcross.com/autumn-jubilee.
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Honoring the Significance of Indigenous Day | If You Think It’s Expensive To Hire A Professional; Wait Till You Hire An Amateur!
Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates, recognizes, and honors the beautiful traditions and cultures of the Indigenous People
We take a stand for and support the indigenous people on this day.
We should also offer our support to those who invest and uplift the indigenous communities. -
Proposition 37: 17% Second Mortgage | If You Think It’s Expensive To Hire A Professional; Wait Till You Hire An Amateur!
The measure would create a state-backed second mortgage for qualifying buyers of certain newly built California homes, with buyers contributing at least 3% upfront.
Assistance could cover up to 17% of the purchase price, combining with the buyer’s funds to reach 20%, while a primary mortgage covers the rest.
The state could issue up to $25B in revenue bonds, with participating homeowners’ loan payments intended to repay investors and cover program costs.
The down-payment barrier matters because many California families, especially Latino households facing higher housing-cost pressure, may afford monthly payments yet struggle to save upfront cash.
On November 3, 2026, California voters will decide whether this loan-based plan for qualifying new homes merits a statewide test at scale. -
Negotiation Power Shifts: More Homes Selling Above List
San Diego sellers saw a notable jump in homes selling above list price this summer. The share of homes closing above asking rose by 6.87 percentage points year-over-year, and the average sale-to-list ratio increased by 0.57 points. Sellers are benefiting from strong competition among buyers.
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San Diego Makes $15M Available for Affordable Homes | If You Think It’s Expensive To Hire A Professional; Wait Till You Hire An Amateur!
San Diego recently opened round eight, making $15M available to help affordable housing developments close funding gaps and move toward construction faster.
$10M is restricted to new housing, site improvements, and construction, while $5M can support construction, acquisition, or rehabilitation for very low income households.
The program has advanced ~3K affordable homes across 30 projects, with 676 completed so far, including 156 homes paired with supportive services.
Another 17 funded or approved projects represent ~1.6K homes, while 24 program sites used the permit track where avg. staff reviews took 9 days.
Qualified developers have until Oct. 19, 2026; proposals are judged on feasibility and community benefits, with bonus points for day care and emerging developer partnerships.
