Cynthia Hedgecock, Mission Beach resident and amateur photographer, won $1,000 for her photograph “Storm Wave at Sunset,” winning “Best of Nature” in a recent contest held at the San Diego Natural History Museum. The photo, alongside the 70 other finalists, will be on display at the museum through January. Save the date of Thursday, Dec. 16, 5 to 9 p.m., to get out to shop in Pacific Beach. Local businesses will stay open late to give shoppers an evening of local holiday shopping. For more information visit www.pacificbeach.org. The Mission Bay High School Music Department won a $14,500 grant from the Las Patronas Organization, which the department will use to purchase acoustic shells to improve the sound quality of performances. Jane Fyer spoke on Nov. 29 at the Mission Bay Rotary meeting held at the Catamaran Hotel. Fyer is considered to be a mental health expert and spoke on the topic of mental health recovery. To find out about future speakers, visit www.rotaryclubmissionbay.org. San Diego Habitat for Humanity has named Cindy Kitrosser of Pacific Beach to its board of directors. Kitrosser has her own CPA firm in La Jolla. EnVus Salon can host your bridal party, baby shower or your Thursday night ladies’ night in its full-service event room. Its full-service group spa room is open. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.envussalonandspa.com, (858) 483-7772. Chronic Smoothies Blazin’ Grill always sold smoothies, but it also has a blazin’ grill now with a full menu of burgers, BBQ, pizza and more. Find it at 865 Turquoise St. or call (858) 488-2529, www.theblazingrill.com. Bahia Don Bravo serves up Mexican fare and it offers delivery with a $15 purchase. To view the menu or order food, visit www.bahiadonbravo.net or call (858) 581-0670.