East County Magazine
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STAR PARTY AT SANTA YSABEL NATURE CENTER APRIL 15
East County News Service April 11, 2023 (Santa Ysabel) – You’re invited to discover the night at a galaxy season star party at the Santa Ysabel Nature Center on Saturday, April 15 at 6 p.m. In addition, a proclamation will be presented from County Supervisors to commemorate International Dark Sky Week April 15-22. Visitors can check out an exhibition the
DESCANSO DAY PARADE AND FAIR JUNE 3 CONTINUES TOWN’S TRADITION
By Miriam Raftery April 11, 2023 (Descanso) – Descanso’s first community fair was held in 1899 under a tent near the creek. The tradition has grown through the years to include a parade and community fair, which this year will be held on June 3. The festivities take place at the historic Descanso Town Hall, 24536 Viejas Grade Road in
DINNER AND A CONCERT SERIES OPENS MAY 5 WITH TWISTED GYPSY, FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE BAND
East County News Service April 11, 2023 (El Cajon) – El Cajon’s Dinner and a Concert series opens May 5 and will continue every Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. from May through September. Opening night will feature Twisted Gypsy, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute band taking you back to the early days of ‘70s rock and roll. The concerts
EARTH DAY BOULDER FAIR AT DESERT VIEW TOWER APRIL 22
East County News Service April 12, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – For its annual Earth Day celebration, the Desert View Tower and Boulder Park will host a Boulder Fair on Saturday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festivities will include live music by Sage, Victor Bosc, and Sunrise Highway as well as arts and crats, gifts, jewelry,
FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE RETURN TO SANTEE MAY 19-JUNE 9
East County News Service April 10, 2023 (Santee) – The City of Santee will host its Friday Nights Live entertainment series at the Santee Trolley Square, kicking off summer with free family fun an entertainment. The events will be held each Friday from May 19 through June 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The line-up is: May 19th
SUNRISE EASTER SERVICE ATOP MOUNT HELIX SUNDAY
East County News Service April 8, 2023 (Mount Helix) – The 106th consecutive Sunrise Easter Service atop Mt. Helix will be held tomorrow at 6:30 a.m. Free shuttle services begin at 5 a.m. from Grossmont High School, since there is no parking at the amphitheater. The event is the second longest running Sunrise Easter Service in America, according to the
BERKLEY HART TO PERFORM AT JULIAN TOWN HALL APRIL 22
East County News Service April 7, 2023 (Julian) — San Diego Music Hall of Fame curator Java Joe Flammini brings the music of Berkley Hart to the iconic Julian Town Hall, a historic, intimate setting that comfortably seats 200. The well-known musicians will perform their Americana original songs in a concert as American as Julian apple pie on April 22
FANS INVITED TO CELEBRATE AZTECS SATURDAY AT SNAPDRAGON STADIUM
East County News Service April 7, 2023 (San Diego) – A celebration to honor San Diego State University’s men’s basketball team after its historic run to the NCAA championship will be held Saturday night at Snapdragon Stadium in Mission Valley. The team made the final four for the first time in the university’s history. Parking and tickets are free, though
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: MOUNTAIN LION VS. DEER
View video ful frame: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rLMqpVuZGbo April 5, 2023 (Alpine) — Buddy Wilkerson shot this video of a deer in a life-or-death struggle with a mountain lion. It was taken earlier this month along Tavern Road in Alpine, near Dehesa Road in San Diego’s East County. It’s rare to spot a mountain lion in broad daylight, let alone hunting along
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF RECREATION AND PARKS IN LA MESA
Source: City of La Mesa April 5, 2023 (La Mesa) – The City of La Mesa is developing a Recreation and Parks Master Plan (Plan). The Plan will be a comprehensive effort dedicated to improving parks, recreation programs, and services for La Mesa residents. This year-long effort will help set the framework for future planning, maintenance, development and rehabilitation of City
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STAR PARTY AT SANTA YSABEL NATURE CENTER APRIL 15
East County News Service April 11, 2023 (Santa Ysabel) – You’re invited to discover the night at a galaxy season star party at the Santa Ysabel Nature Center on Saturday,
DESCANSO DAY PARADE AND FAIR JUNE 3 CONTINUES TOWN’S TRADITION
By Miriam Raftery April 11, 2023 (Descanso) – Descanso’s first community fair was held in 1899 under a tent near the creek. The tradition has grown through the years to
DINNER AND A CONCERT SERIES OPENS MAY 5 WITH TWISTED GYPSY, FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE BAND
East County News Service April 11, 2023 (El Cajon) – El Cajon’s Dinner and a Concert series opens May 5 and will continue every Friday night from 6 to 8
EARTH DAY BOULDER FAIR AT DESERT VIEW TOWER APRIL 22
East County News Service April 12, 2023 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – For its annual Earth Day celebration, the Desert View Tower and Boulder Park will host a Boulder Fair on
FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE RETURN TO SANTEE MAY 19-JUNE 9
East County News Service April 10, 2023 (Santee) – The City of Santee will host its Friday Nights Live entertainment series at the Santee Trolley Square, kicking off summer with
SUNRISE EASTER SERVICE ATOP MOUNT HELIX SUNDAY
East County News Service April 8, 2023 (Mount Helix) – The 106th consecutive Sunrise Easter Service atop Mt. Helix will be held tomorrow at 6:30 a.m. Free shuttle services begin
BERKLEY HART TO PERFORM AT JULIAN TOWN HALL APRIL 22
East County News Service April 7, 2023 (Julian) — San Diego Music Hall of Fame curator Java Joe Flammini brings the music of Berkley Hart to the iconic Julian Town
FANS INVITED TO CELEBRATE AZTECS SATURDAY AT SNAPDRAGON STADIUM
East County News Service April 7, 2023 (San Diego) – A celebration to honor San Diego State University’s men’s basketball team after its historic run to the NCAA championship will
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: MOUNTAIN LION VS. DEER
View video ful frame: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rLMqpVuZGbo April 5, 2023 (Alpine) — Buddy Wilkerson shot this video of a deer in a life-or-death struggle with a mountain lion. It was taken
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF RECREATION AND PARKS IN LA MESA
Source: City of La Mesa April 5, 2023 (La Mesa) – The City of La Mesa is developing a Recreation and Parks Master Plan (Plan). The Plan will be a comprehensive
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
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