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PET ADOPTION FEES WAIVED FOR CLEAR THE SHELTER MONTH
By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office August 1, 2023 (San Diego) – Make a difference in a homeless pet’s life by giving them a home, family, and love in August for Clear the Shelters, a monthlong national effort to find caring homes for animals in shelters. The San Diego County Department of Animal Services will be waiving
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: HOT AUGUST NIGHTS AND STAR-STUDDED SEPTEMBER EVENTS
July 31, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — August and September events coming up in San Diego’s East County will give you plenty to howl about – including tours at the California Wolf Center, National Night Out with local law enforcement agencies, Julian’s star fest, outdoor concerts in several communities, classic cruises, the Mt. Helix Food and Wine Festival, an
SHERIFF HOSTS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AUGUST 1 AT THESE LOCATIONS
July 31, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — Join the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1. Sheriff’s Stations and Substations across the county will be hosting family-friendly community events to take a stand against crime. Find details on each station’s event below. National Night Out is an annual event that promotes law enforcement-community partnership and
X-FEST COMES TO SANTEE AUGUST 26
East County News Service July 30, 2023 (Santee) — Summer is almost over and to close out the fun, East County is hosting its first-ever X-Fest full of extreme-sport events, local vendors, superstar athletes, music, guest speakers, testimonies, entertainment and tons of free giveaways. It’s hosted by Pathways Community Church (9626 Carlton Hills Blvd.) in Santee on Saturday, August 26 from
PINE VALLEY DAYS: A SMALL TOWN SHOWS ITS BIG HEART
By Shiloh Ireland July 30, 2023 (Pine Valley) – The 52nd annual Pine Valley Days Parade was held on July 29, a fun event in a small town with a big heart. Pine Valley’s annual event was filled with families lining the main street and children darting for candy scattered by the participants. From equestrians, big rigs and
INTRIGUING DRAMA ON TRIAL: WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION AT POWPAC THROUGH AUGUST 13
By Kathy Carpenter July 25, 2023 (Poway) – In the hallowed halls of the Old Bailey, a tale of murder, lies, and the enigmatic “Witness for the Prosecution” begins to unfold, presented by PowPac Theatre in Poway. The audience is drawn into the case of Leonard Vole’s story and his subsequent arrest for murder. “Witness for the Prosecution” is a
COMIC-CON 2023: KUMEYAAY TRIBE INTROS COMIC BOOK PLANS, A FORMER SAN DIEGO CHARGER APPEARS, PLUS COMICS AND COSTUMES GALORE
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson Photo, left: Comic Con attendees dressed up as ghosts ready to go to the Haunted Mansion. July 27, 2023 (San Diego) — San Diego Comic-Con returned to its roots – comics – after strikes by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federal of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and Writers Guild of America (WGA) brought celebrity-stacked panels and
KALI’S GARDEN CAFÉ & JUICE BAR: HEALTHY, TASTY VEGAN CUISINE IN JULIAN
An East County Eater review for East County Magazine By Henri Migala Photos by Miriam Raftery July 25, 2023 (Julian) – If you live in San Diego, you have probably taken a leisurely country drive to enjoy the historic mountain town of Julian. But now there’s another exciting reason to visit Julian – Kali’s Garden Café &Juice Bar. Open just
LA MESA VILLAGE FARMER’S MARKET CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Source: La Mesa Village Association July 24, 2023 (La Mesa) – The La Mesa Village Association (LMVA) announces that September marks the 30th Anniversary of the La Mesa Village Farmers Market (LMVFM) in downtown La Mesa, and we are inviting the community to help us celebrate. To celebrate 30 years, the La Mesa Village Farmers Market will host weekly giveaways starting
MT. HELIX FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL AUGUST 19 HAS WESTERN THEME WITH LIVE MUSIC, A SALOON, TASTINGS AND DANCING UNDER THE STARS
East County News Service July 24, 2023 (Mt. Helix) – The Mt. Helix Food and Wine Festival returns on August 19 to benefit the Mt. Helix Park. The event takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. at the historic and inspiring Mt. Helix amphitheater and 7-acre nature preserve atop one of our region’s tallest peaks, with 360-degree views. This year’s
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PET ADOPTION FEES WAIVED FOR CLEAR THE SHELTER MONTH
By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office August 1, 2023 (San Diego) – Make a difference in a homeless pet’s life by giving them a home, family, and
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: HOT AUGUST NIGHTS AND STAR-STUDDED SEPTEMBER EVENTS
July 31, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — August and September events coming up in San Diego’s East County will give you plenty to howl about – including tours at
SHERIFF HOSTS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AUGUST 1 AT THESE LOCATIONS
July 31, 2023 (San Diego’s East County) — Join the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1. Sheriff’s Stations and Substations across the county will
X-FEST COMES TO SANTEE AUGUST 26
East County News Service July 30, 2023 (Santee) — Summer is almost over and to close out the fun, East County is hosting its first-ever X-Fest full of extreme-sport events,
PINE VALLEY DAYS: A SMALL TOWN SHOWS ITS BIG HEART
By Shiloh Ireland July 30, 2023 (Pine Valley) – The 52nd annual Pine Valley Days Parade was held on July 29, a fun event in a small town
INTRIGUING DRAMA ON TRIAL: WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION AT POWPAC THROUGH AUGUST 13
By Kathy Carpenter July 25, 2023 (Poway) – In the hallowed halls of the Old Bailey, a tale of murder, lies, and the enigmatic “Witness for the Prosecution” begins to
COMIC-CON 2023: KUMEYAAY TRIBE INTROS COMIC BOOK PLANS, A FORMER SAN DIEGO CHARGER APPEARS, PLUS COMICS AND COSTUMES GALORE
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson Photo, left: Comic Con attendees dressed up as ghosts ready to go to the Haunted Mansion. July 27, 2023 (San Diego) — San Diego Comic-Con returned
KALI’S GARDEN CAFÉ & JUICE BAR: HEALTHY, TASTY VEGAN CUISINE IN JULIAN
An East County Eater review for East County Magazine By Henri Migala Photos by Miriam Raftery July 25, 2023 (Julian) – If you live in San Diego, you have probably
LA MESA VILLAGE FARMER’S MARKET CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Source: La Mesa Village Association July 24, 2023 (La Mesa) – The La Mesa Village Association (LMVA) announces that September marks the 30th Anniversary of the La Mesa Village Farmers Market (LMVFM)
MT. HELIX FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL AUGUST 19 HAS WESTERN THEME WITH LIVE MUSIC, A SALOON, TASTINGS AND DANCING UNDER THE STARS
East County News Service July 24, 2023 (Mt. Helix) – The Mt. Helix Food and Wine Festival returns on August 19 to benefit the Mt. Helix Park. The event takes
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