Week in Review

Imperial Beach said a sad goodbye to , a local icon and owner of , who passed away on April 16. She set her own standards, giving people a place to relax in a tranquil setting, while listening to the popular and up and coming jazz artists she loved. No memorial services have been planned, but information on a memorial party for Mickie will be released in the coming weeks.

SCHOOLS

Study: to San Diego County schools. The study shows that $68.2 million would go directly to classrooms and $23.8 million would go to healthy lunch and physical exercise programs.

The South Bay School District Education Foundation will on May 14 to help close gaps in education. The foundation’s inaugural event will not only honor community members, educators, parents and volunteers who have contributed to the foundation’s mission, but also help raise money for the school district.

The Mar Vista junior varsity baseball team trumped Southwest 24-9 on Wednesday. Check out the . 

The JV baseball team also to an overflow crowd at the . Proceeds may go toward retrofitting the MVHS bullpen, making it impenetrable to burrowing squirrels.

remains undefeated in league play with an overall record of 17-5-0.

FAMILIES

, South Bay mom Dana Tomlinson discussed creating family unity amid demanding family schedules. Dads, grandparents, expecting parents, and even people with no kids are encouraged to comment on .

Melissa Phy finds deals from local businesses and shares them on Patch. Check back every week for last-chance deals and new discounts.

: The adventures of IB surf families during their Spring Break surf trips south of the border.

GOVERNMENT

The Imperial Beach City Council will consider a on June 1. The city of San Diego, who took similar actions earlier this month, may have to defend their law in court.

: The report conducted by SANDAG shows a methamphetamine abuser can cost the region about $24,000 per year.

: Few tryout dates are left for Imperial Beach Junior Lifeguard hopefuls.

LIFESTYLE

, a traditional Maldivian breakfast. IB resident and Patch contributor Graig Graziosi shares an island recipe from the country where he teaches English abroad.

The animal shelter Wee Companions has ready for new homes.

Local IB artists may experience a bit of regional fame when the film IB Creative is shown throughout San Diego County. The film chronicles the creativity of the most southwesterly city in the continental United States will air on San Diego County Television Network through the end of May.  

The West Coast Cafe hosted a high tea and hat extravaganza in honor of Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton on Friday. .

IB Eyes visited some of the.