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ETERNAMENTE: A DIA DE LOS MUERTOS SPECTACULAR SHOW OCT. 6 IN POWAY
East County News Service September 23, 2024 (Poway) — Poway OnStage invites you to Eternamente: Dia de los Muertos Spectacular on October 6 at 2:00 p.m. This celebration of life features lively music, dance, beautiful costumes, and a virtual altar to pay tribute to the departed. There will also be a meet and greet with the cast after the show in the lobby of
WYNONNA JUDD AT THE MAGNOLIA WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 2
By Jonathan Goetz Photo: Wynonna Judd with guitar, courtesy event organizers September 23, 2024 (El Cajon) — Wynonna Judd brings her “Back to Wy” tour to east county, Wednesday, October 2nd. Get ready for a a rare opportunity to see one of country music’s most iconic voices live in concert at The Magnolia San Diego with some tickets
WYNONNA JUDD AT THE MAGNOLIA WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 2
By Jonathan Goetz Photo: Wynonna Judd with guitar, courtesy event organizers September 23, 2024 (El Cajon) — Wynonna Judd brings her “Back to Wy” tour to east county, Wednesday, October 2nd. Get ready for a a rare opportunity to see one of country music’s most iconic voices live in concert at The Magnolia San Diego with some tickets
GOVERNOR NEWSOM SIGNS BILLS TO BAN DEEPFAKE POLITICAL VIDEO ADS
East County News Service Photos: Bing Copilot Designer powered by DALL-E 3 September 18, 2024 (Sacramento) – California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday signed two bills that constitute the nation’s toughest laws regulating deceptive AI videos targeting political candidates. AB 2839 makes it illegal to make or publish deepfake videos in political ads or election communications within 120 days before
GOVERNOR NEWSOM SIGNS BILLS TO BAN DEEPFAKE POLITICAL VIDEO ADS
East County News Service Photos: Bing Copilot Designer powered by DALL-E 3 September 18, 2024 (Sacramento) – California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday signed two bills that constitute the nation’s toughest laws regulating deceptive AI videos targeting political candidates. AB 2839 makes it illegal to make or publish deepfake videos in political ads or election communications within 120 days before
ARTIST CALVIN MANSON AT LEMON GROVE FARMER’S MARKET THIS THURSDAY;CRAFT MEET AND GREET ALSO PLANNED
East County News Service Lemon Grove Farmers Market announces that talented local artist Calvin Manson will be presenting his amazing artwork this Thursday, September 12, at the Farmers Market, located at Treganza Heritage Park, 3200 Main Street, Lemon Grove, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. A native of San Diego, Calvin Manson is a highly accomplished visual artist, award-winning writer, producer,
ARTIST CALVIN MANSON AT LEMON GROVE FARMER’S MARKET THIS THURSDAY;CRAFT MEET AND GREET ALSO PLANNED
East County News Service Lemon Grove Farmers Market announces that talented local artist Calvin Manson will be presenting his amazing artwork this Thursday, September 12, at the Farmers Market, located at Treganza Heritage Park, 3200 Main Street, Lemon Grove, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. A native of San Diego, Calvin Manson is a highly accomplished visual artist, award-winning writer, producer,
A BLEND OF WINE AND MUSIC: JAZZY BLUES AT SAN PASQUAL WINERY SEPT. 13
East County News Service September 10, 2024 (La Mesa) – San Pasqual Winery invites you to an evening of jazzy blues music performed by Floyd Armstrong and Fuzzy Rankins on Friday, Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the winery’s tasting room in La Mesa’s downtown village. This event is organized by Music Therapy for Veterans. For tickets,
A BLEND OF WINE AND MUSIC: JAZZY BLUES AT SAN PASQUAL WINERY SEPT. 13
East County News Service September 10, 2024 (La Mesa) – San Pasqual Winery invites you to an evening of jazzy blues music performed by Floyd Armstrong and Fuzzy Rankins on Friday, Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the winery’s tasting room in La Mesa’s downtown village. This event is organized by Music Therapy for Veterans. For tickets,
MAYOR BILL WELLS BAND AND SAN DIEGO RESCUE MISSION SHINE A LIGHT ON MENTAL HEALTH AT OCT. 12 CONCERT
Annual concert is free this year, focusing on mental health awareness with screenings and information to the public September 4, 2024 (El Cajon) — El Cajon Mayor Bill Wells and his 14-piece band are partnering with the San Diego Rescue Mission this year on his acclaimed annual concert. This year’s event, “Shine a Light on Mental Health” will be held
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OLAF WIEGHORST HISTORICAL HOME TO OPEN MARCH 19
Story and photos by Miriam Raftery Olaf Wieghorst historic home March 11, 2009 (El Cajon) — Recently designated a historic site by the City of El Cajon, the long-time home of famed western artist Olaf Wieghorst will open to the public on Thursday, March 19th at 4 p.m. In an exclusive interview with East County Magazine, the artist’s son,
EL CAJON’S ANNUAL DANCE RECITAL IS BACK: MARCH 22 EVENT AT ECPAC INVOLVES THE YOUNG & YOUNG AT HEART
March 12, 2009 (El Cajon)–The City of El Cajon Recreation Department will hold its much anticipated Annual Dance and Tumbling Recital at the East County Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 22, 2009, from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This event has been a highlight in the City for over 20 years. This year’s recital, "Dance And Tumble–Through The Decades!"
SDSU STUDENTS ORGANIZE ART RELIEF EVENT MARCH 14 TO BENEFIT KATRINA VICTIMS; PLAN TRIP TO NEW ORLEANS MARCH 28-APRIL 4.
By Matt Schauer March 8, 2009 (San Diego) — An Art Relief Auction on March 14th will raise funds to benefit College Students for New Orleans, a non-profit organization intent on rebuilding homes in New Orleans and restoring lives of people affected by Hurricane Ike and Hurricane Katrina. We travel to Louisiana four times a year with groups as small
NEW ORLEANS JUST MIGHT BE THE PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT
By Maia Neubig Maia Neubig is an SDSU senior who traveled to New Orleans on two separate occasions as part of the Art Relief effort. The best part about the trips are the people down there, they are some of the nicest, most caring people I have ever met in my life. They truly love and appreciate every one of
RELIGIOUS ART FESTIVAL WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT St. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Resurerction Flower,award-winning photo by mkona Schlesinger of Poway March 4, 2009 (San Diego)—Many East County residents were accepeted into the 46th annual all-media Religious Art Festival of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church by juror Hiroshi Miyazaki. In the poetry division Elaine Parker, Rancho San Diego won second place and Eldon (Mike) Meyer of Lemon Grove received two Honorable Mention Awards.
SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE: MUSIC U CAN LIVE 2
By Dennis Moore March 1, 2009 (San Diego’s East County) — Just like Hip Hop artist "R" Kelly did in my hometown of Chicago, East County Gospel singer Nicolas SK Shivers seems to be taking a similar path to stardom and fame, by initially selling and promoting his music on the streets of San Diego. I ran into Nicolas "SK"
GOSPEL FESTIVAL FRIDAY FEB. 27 AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE
As part of its Black History Month celebration, Grossmont College will present a free Gospel Festival, featuring five local gospel choirs and one dance troupe, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, in Room #220 on the college campus. The public is invited to attend. Parking is free. Performing artists will include the House of Metamorphosis Choir, Martin Luther
FAMED STARGAZER & NIGHT SKY PHOTOGRAPHER DENNIS MAMMANA OF ANZA-BORREGO SHARES SECRETS OF SUCCESS– AND ANNOUNCES UPCOMING TRIPS TO VIEW CELESTIAL WONDERS IN THE NIGHT SKY
By Miriam Raftery Northern lights images from Anza Borrego desert February 22, 2009 (Anza Borrego) — In celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, we thought it fitting to share with our readers the beauty and grandeur of the night sky as depicted by Dennis Mammana, world-famous night sky photographer and East County resident. His dazzling photos include rare shots
MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL)
Review By Kathy Carpenter Now Playing: Feb. 20–27 at 8 p.m., Feb..28 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m,, and March 1 at 2p.m. Experimental Theatre SDSU: Tickets $18-$20; ticket info:(619) 594-6884 or theatre.sdsu.edu Musical of Musicals, with music by Eric Rockwell and lyrics by Joanne Bogart, is a delight for all fans of musical theatre. This Musical, or I should
TV M*A*S*H DOCTOR OFFERS HEALING WORDS FOR HUMANITY IN NEW BOOK; VISIT TO BONITA LIBRARY DRAWS FULL HOUSE
By Miriam Raftery Mike Farrell with officers of Eastlake-Bonita Democratic Club. February 17, 2009 (Bonita) — Mike Farrell and his co-stars on the popular M*A*S*H TV show raised public awareness about the human costs of war. But what many fans don’t realize is that in his private life, Farrell has much in common with the character he portrayed, Dr. B.J.
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Lemon Grove film premiere Oct. 17 and 18 shines light on community spirit and history
East County News Service October 16, 2025 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Town Films proudly presents the hometown premiere of Welcome Home to Lemon Grove, California, a new documentary by local
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