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IT’S A DOG’S LIFE: “SPRING INTO HEALTH” EXPO AT CAMP BOW WOW
Sat. April 24 at Camp Bow-Wow in El Cajon April 23, 2010 (El Cajon)– From pet messages to “doga yoga”, you’ll find plenty of free ways to pamper your pet at Camp Bow Wow’s “Spring into Health” Expo. Also find tips on topics from nail-trimming to neutering—plus info on disaster preparedness for your pet. The Expo will be
JAMUL HAVEN: FEEL A WORLD AWAY IN 30 MINUTES
A”Staycation” in East County By Rachel Ford April 2010 (Jamul) — Jamul Haven is an 1890 Victorian mansion that has been lovingly transformed into a luxury bed and breakfast. Situated within 30 minutes of downtown San Diego, this European style bed and breakfast is nestled in a picturesque valley and is well worth a visit. Pulling onto the
2010 FRIENDS OF EAST COUNTY ARTS 15th ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR
April 21, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — The Friends of East County fifteenth annual Garden Tour this year features six spectacular gardens in El Cajon, Lakeside and Alpine. Gardens featured include a ranch with horses, as well as bird house, Africa, his-and-hers, and enchantment themes, and a life sized playable checker board. Ten crafters will be selling their wares,
SD YOUNG ARTISTS SYMPHONY CONCERT MAY 15
April 21, 2010 (El Cajon) — The San Diego Young Artists Symphony will present a spring concert featuring works by Bach, Brahms and Tchaikovsky. The event will be held on May 15th at 7:30 p.m. at the Cuyamaca College Theater, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway in El Cajon. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $10 for students, seniors or military.
LA MESA ATTORNEY LEADS RELIEF TRIP TO HELP MEXICO QUAKE VICTIMS
April 21, 2010 (La Mesa) –Clayton Anderson, senior partner at Anderson & Kriger, a La Mesa law firm, is organizing volunteers to bring relief supplies to earthquake victims and help clear rubble in Mexico this Saturday. Thousands have been left homeless in Baja, Mexico from the earthquake and flooding that it has caused. “My goal is to punch south of
CONSERVATION IN BLOOM AT THE 17TH ANNUAL SPRING GARDEN FESTIVAL
San Diegans are invited to celebrate spring with a bloom of activities at the Water Conservation Garden at Cuyamaca College on Saturday, April 24, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The College’s Nursery, run by Ornamental Horticulture students, will feature a large selection of ornamental plants, including drought tolerant varieties and the iconic Matilija poppy, or “fried egg plant”. Horticultural demonstrations
SPRING FESTIVAL AT CRESTRIDGE ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
April 19, 2010 (Crest CA) — The Earth Discovery Institute at Crestridge Ecological Reserve is hosting a Spring Festival celebrating Art and Kids on April 24, 2010 from 9 to 12:00 a.m. Festivities will include: • Native Plant & Backyard Habitat Sale • Kids Activities. • Art for Sale • Science Demonstrations • Native American Dances and Storytellers •
RESCUE TASK FORCE JOINS MEXICO QUAKE RELIEF EFFORT
Sand volcanoes pose new hazards for quake survivors; thousands left homeless Photos: Joe Espinoza April 20, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Rescue Task Force (RTF), a nonprofit international relief organization founded in El Cajon and now headquartered in Carlsbad, seeks donations of tents, supplies and money to help quake survivors in Baja, Mexico including the hard-hit Cucapah Indians. “RTF is
RECIPE: FIESTA GREEN CHILE AND CHEESE BREAD PUDDING
Recipe courtesy of www.RealCaliforniaMilk.com April 20, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Arriba! Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Bright colors, spirited music and flavorful foods are the very essence of Cinco de Mayo (May 5) celebrations throughout the U.S. and Mexico. The date honors Mexican patriotism and commemorates the Mexican army’s triump over French forces in Puebla,
MICHELLE OBAMA VISITS FARM; MOST FARMERS NOT INVITED
By Chris Morrow, freelance journalist/CNN iReporter April 14, 2010 (City Heights) –Residents of City Heights who spend hours daily tending the garden Michelle Obama visited today wished they had been part of the moment. Hundreds of guests attended to meet the First Lady as she toured the New Roots Community Farm, but only three of the community growers were invited
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IT’S A DOG’S LIFE: “SPRING INTO HEALTH” EXPO AT CAMP BOW WOW
Sat. April 24 at Camp Bow-Wow in El Cajon April 23, 2010 (El Cajon)– From pet messages to “doga yoga”, you’ll find plenty of free ways to pamper
JAMUL HAVEN: FEEL A WORLD AWAY IN 30 MINUTES
A”Staycation” in East County By Rachel Ford April 2010 (Jamul) — Jamul Haven is an 1890 Victorian mansion that has been lovingly transformed into a luxury bed and
2010 FRIENDS OF EAST COUNTY ARTS 15th ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR
April 21, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — The Friends of East County fifteenth annual Garden Tour this year features six spectacular gardens in El Cajon, Lakeside and Alpine. Gardens
SD YOUNG ARTISTS SYMPHONY CONCERT MAY 15
April 21, 2010 (El Cajon) — The San Diego Young Artists Symphony will present a spring concert featuring works by Bach, Brahms and Tchaikovsky. The event will be held on May
LA MESA ATTORNEY LEADS RELIEF TRIP TO HELP MEXICO QUAKE VICTIMS
April 21, 2010 (La Mesa) –Clayton Anderson, senior partner at Anderson & Kriger, a La Mesa law firm, is organizing volunteers to bring relief supplies to earthquake victims and help
CONSERVATION IN BLOOM AT THE 17TH ANNUAL SPRING GARDEN FESTIVAL
San Diegans are invited to celebrate spring with a bloom of activities at the Water Conservation Garden at Cuyamaca College on Saturday, April 24, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The
SPRING FESTIVAL AT CRESTRIDGE ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
April 19, 2010 (Crest CA) — The Earth Discovery Institute at Crestridge Ecological Reserve is hosting a Spring Festival celebrating Art and Kids on April 24, 2010 from 9 to
RESCUE TASK FORCE JOINS MEXICO QUAKE RELIEF EFFORT
Sand volcanoes pose new hazards for quake survivors; thousands left homeless Photos: Joe Espinoza April 20, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Rescue Task Force (RTF), a nonprofit international relief organization
RECIPE: FIESTA GREEN CHILE AND CHEESE BREAD PUDDING
Recipe courtesy of www.RealCaliforniaMilk.com April 20, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – Arriba! Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Bright colors, spirited music and flavorful foods are the
MICHELLE OBAMA VISITS FARM; MOST FARMERS NOT INVITED
By Chris Morrow, freelance journalist/CNN iReporter April 14, 2010 (City Heights) –Residents of City Heights who spend hours daily tending the garden Michelle Obama visited today wished they had been
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