East County Magazine
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LOCAL PUBLISHER TURNS 25, THROWS EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DEC. 3
December 2, 2009 (El Cajon)– San Diego’s own book publisher, Sunbelt Publications, whose latest local-interest book is San Diego’s Finest Athletes: Five Exceptional Lives, turns twenty–five years old in December with a wide array of new books for all ages, and a big holiday party. On December 3, 2009, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, Sunbelt will host their annual Holiday
HOLIDAY MIXER & GRAND OPENING OF SD EAST VISITORS BUREAU: DEC. 3 AT VIEJAS
December 1, 2009 (Alpine) — The San Diego East Visitors Bureau & San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce invite the public to a holiday mixer and open house/grand opening of the San Diego East Visitors Bureau. Guests are asked to bring an unwrapped gift for Stoney’s Kids East County Toy Drive while joining in an evening of
YOU’VE BEEN FLOCKED!
Fundraising prank takes wing By Kristin Kjaero December 1, 2009 – – If you’ve wondered what’s up with those pink flamingo flocks you’ve been seeing around East County, wonder no more. In a clever response to charity fundraising in a down economy, San Diego La Hermanas is stealth-flocking people’s yards. The group sneaks into people’s yards
LAST STANDUP COMIC DOUG WILLIAMS TO PERFORM IN LEMON GROVE DEC. 12
November 30, 2009 (Lemon Grove) – If laughter is the best medicine, this may be the cure for those mid-winter blues. Doug Williams, dubbed one of America’s most popular actors/comedians by Starz.com, will be performing at Sews and Shows in Lemon Grove on Saturday, December 12th. Williams is host of “Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand Up.” Filmed
ON THEIR TOES: ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS OPENS STUDIOS IN LA MESA
By Gina McGalliard November 30, 2009 (La Mesa) –The Academy of Performing Arts, San Diego’s acclaimed dance studio which has sent numerous students on to professional ranks, has just relocated to La Mesa. The new four-studio home is located at 5120 Baltimore Drive in the same shopping center with a Discount Dance Supply Store. “There’s so many [of
CAROLING ATOP MT. HELIX DEC. 13
December 13, 2009 (Mt. Helix) – One of East County’s unique holiday traditions is the annual caroling party atop Mt. Helix, where hot cocoa, coffee and baked goods await community members who join the free holiday caroling event in the Mt. Helix ampitheater. Shuttles will begin running at 6:15 p.m. from Vivera and Mt. Helix Drive in La Mesa (near the San
HOLIDAY PARTY TO BENEFIT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS DEC. 5
November 29, 2009 (Alpine) – How would you like to complete your Christmas shopping and help rescued big cats at the same time? On Saturday, December 5th from 1 to 5 p.m., a holiday party will be held at 24402 Martin Way in Alpine featuring food, wine, beer, a silent auction, and holiday shopping with over a dozen local
RANCHO SAN DIEGO-JAMUL CHAMBER HOSTS ANNUAL HOLIDAY BREAKFAST & TOY DRIVE DEC. 11
November 28, 2009 (Rancho San Diego) – Rusty Nails, a.k. “The Executive Imposter” will entertain guests at the Rancho San Diego-Jamul Chamber of Commerce annual holiday breakfast. Festivities take place on Friday, December 11 at Peter Piper Pizza, 2983 Jamacha Road in El Cajon from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. This is the happiest and funniest event of the year,”
JULIAN’S LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE TO SPARKLE IN SATURDAY TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY
November 25, 2009 (Julian) — Julian celebrates the holiday season by lighting up the town’s living Christmas tree at Pioneer Park on Saturday, Nov. 28. The historic gold rush town will also paysl homage to individuals who contribute time, skills, and energy to making Julian what some townspeople consider the best small town in Southern California. The event marks the beginning
SANTA’S COMING TO BATES NUT FARM
November 26, 2009 (Valley Center) – Ho, ho! Santa arrives November 27 and 28 at Bates Nut Farm in Valley Center. The visits comes amid a weekend-long arts and crafts fair with over 100 artisans selling hand-crafted wares. Santa will be visiting with children and the young at heart at 1 p.m. both days. Other activities include face painting,
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LOCAL PUBLISHER TURNS 25, THROWS EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DEC. 3
December 2, 2009 (El Cajon)– San Diego’s own book publisher, Sunbelt Publications, whose latest local-interest book is San Diego’s Finest Athletes: Five Exceptional Lives, turns twenty–five years old in December
HOLIDAY MIXER & GRAND OPENING OF SD EAST VISITORS BUREAU: DEC. 3 AT VIEJAS
December 1, 2009 (Alpine) — The San Diego East Visitors Bureau & San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce invite the public to a holiday mixer and open
YOU’VE BEEN FLOCKED!
Fundraising prank takes wing By Kristin Kjaero December 1, 2009 – – If you’ve wondered what’s up with those pink flamingo flocks you’ve been seeing around East
LAST STANDUP COMIC DOUG WILLIAMS TO PERFORM IN LEMON GROVE DEC. 12
November 30, 2009 (Lemon Grove) – If laughter is the best medicine, this may be the cure for those mid-winter blues. Doug Williams, dubbed one of America’s most popular
ON THEIR TOES: ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS OPENS STUDIOS IN LA MESA
By Gina McGalliard November 30, 2009 (La Mesa) –The Academy of Performing Arts, San Diego’s acclaimed dance studio which has sent numerous students on to professional ranks, has
CAROLING ATOP MT. HELIX DEC. 13
December 13, 2009 (Mt. Helix) – One of East County’s unique holiday traditions is the annual caroling party atop Mt. Helix, where hot cocoa, coffee and baked goods await community members
HOLIDAY PARTY TO BENEFIT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS DEC. 5
November 29, 2009 (Alpine) – How would you like to complete your Christmas shopping and help rescued big cats at the same time? On Saturday, December 5th from 1
RANCHO SAN DIEGO-JAMUL CHAMBER HOSTS ANNUAL HOLIDAY BREAKFAST & TOY DRIVE DEC. 11
November 28, 2009 (Rancho San Diego) – Rusty Nails, a.k. “The Executive Imposter” will entertain guests at the Rancho San Diego-Jamul Chamber of Commerce annual holiday breakfast. Festivities take
JULIAN’S LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE TO SPARKLE IN SATURDAY TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY
November 25, 2009 (Julian) — Julian celebrates the holiday season by lighting up the town’s living Christmas tree at Pioneer Park on Saturday, Nov. 28. The historic gold rush town will
SANTA’S COMING TO BATES NUT FARM
November 26, 2009 (Valley Center) – Ho, ho! Santa arrives November 27 and 28 at Bates Nut Farm in Valley Center. The visits comes amid a weekend-long arts and crafts
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