East County Magazine
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ESCONDIDO RENAISSANCE FAIR RETURNS WITH MERRIMENT AND FANTASY: FUN CONTINUES NOV. 6-7
By Henri Migala November 2, 2021 (Escondido) — I can’t believe that I have lived in San Diego for over 20 years and have only now discovered the magic and fun of the Renaissance Fair in Escondido! I’m really sorry I never took my children there when they were little. I’m sure they would have loved at least as much
“PACK THE PANTRY” VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE LAUNCHES TO HELP FILL LOCAL COLLEGE PANTRIES
50% of area college students face food insecurity Source: Cal Coast Credit Union November 1, 2021 (San Diego) – Approximately 50% of local community college students grapple with food insecurity. As a result of not having reliable, consistent access to food, students are more likely to miss classes or drop out of school. The pandemic continues to severely impact students, and has increased
ACCORDION CONCERT NOV. 14 AT MISSION TRAILS CHURCH
By Daniel Steinman November 1, 2021 (San Diego) – Manzanita Concerts will present concert accordionist Henry Doktorski on Sunday, November 14 at 4 p.m. in the Mission Trails Church, 4880 Zion Avenue, San Diego. Henry Doktorski is one of the leading concert accordionists in the United States. He has delighted hundreds of thousands with his tasteful and sophisticated musical interpretations,
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: BOUNTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL FALL IN EAST COUNTY
By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: fall foliage along Highway 78 in Ramona Valley October 31, 2021 (San Diego’s East County) – A drive through Ramona and Santa Ysabel in rural East County this Halloween weekend revealed colorful autumn sights, as well as a favorite Halloween Haunt. Trees in our local mountains are beginning to show their fall
“DASHA ON THE TRAIL” CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHOR AT MISSION TRAILS NOV. 13
Source: Sunbelt Publications October 29, 2021 (San Diego) – You’re invited to meet Gwynne Margaret Bruck, author of the children’s book Dasha on the Trail, at Mission Trails Regional Park on November 13 at 10 a.m. She will read and sign copies of her book in the amphitheater next to the visitor center, where you can also enjoy sights and
LOCAL AGENCIES JOIN TOGETHER NOV. 13 TO DISCUSS WOMEN WHO PROTECT AND SERVE
Source: AAUW October 29, 2021 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa-El Cajon Branch of the American Association of University Women will hold a panel discussion about women in law enforcement, fire protection and who serve as dispatchers for local agencies. The meeting will take place on November 13, 2021 in King Hall at Foothills United Methodist Church beginning at 9:30
HALL-O-WINE FUN OCT. 30 AT WINE WORKS IN LA MESA
East County News Service October 29, 2021 (La Mesa) – Wine Works in La Mesa invites you to Hall-o-Ween on Saturday, October 30th. Come in costume for a 7 p.m. costume contest and get $2 off a glass of wine or $5 off bottles. You can also enjoy live music by Blame Betty and food from Birria Madrical. Wine Works
PARKWAY PLAZA HOSTS FALL FEST OCT. 30
East County News Service Photo courtesy of Parkway Plaza October 28, 2021 (El Cajon) – Parkway Plaza regional shopping mall in El Cajon invites you to bring the family to a free Fall Fest on Saturday, October 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event features “adventure throughout the plaza to say hi to your favorite live characters such
CHRISTMAS MARKET DECEMBER 4 AT JULIAN MINING COMPANY
East County News Service October 27, 2021 (Julian) – You’re invited to an old-fashioned Christmas Market at the Julian Mining Company (4444 Highway 78, Julian) on Saturday, December 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free and festive event features craft vendors, Christmas wreath making and candle dipping. Plus, you can enjoy Julian Mining Company activities such as gem
ENTER IF YOU DARE: HAUNTED FOREST AT BANNER RANCH IN JULIAN
East County News Service October 27, 2021 (Julian) – You’re invited to get into the Halloween spooky spirit Halloween weekend at Ghost Town Banner City’s haunted forest from 7 to 11 p.m. The Haunted Forest is located at historic Banner Ranch about seven miles from downtown Julian. Check in at the Banner Store and take the one-third mile stroll through
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ESCONDIDO RENAISSANCE FAIR RETURNS WITH MERRIMENT AND FANTASY: FUN CONTINUES NOV. 6-7
By Henri Migala November 2, 2021 (Escondido) — I can’t believe that I have lived in San Diego for over 20 years and have only now discovered the magic and
“PACK THE PANTRY” VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE LAUNCHES TO HELP FILL LOCAL COLLEGE PANTRIES
50% of area college students face food insecurity Source: Cal Coast Credit Union November 1, 2021 (San Diego) – Approximately 50% of local community college students grapple with food insecurity. As a
ACCORDION CONCERT NOV. 14 AT MISSION TRAILS CHURCH
By Daniel Steinman November 1, 2021 (San Diego) – Manzanita Concerts will present concert accordionist Henry Doktorski on Sunday, November 14 at 4 p.m. in the Mission Trails Church, 4880
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: BOUNTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL FALL IN EAST COUNTY
By Miriam Raftery Photo, left: fall foliage along Highway 78 in Ramona Valley October 31, 2021 (San Diego’s East County) – A drive through Ramona and Santa
“DASHA ON THE TRAIL” CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHOR AT MISSION TRAILS NOV. 13
Source: Sunbelt Publications October 29, 2021 (San Diego) – You’re invited to meet Gwynne Margaret Bruck, author of the children’s book Dasha on the Trail, at Mission Trails Regional Park
LOCAL AGENCIES JOIN TOGETHER NOV. 13 TO DISCUSS WOMEN WHO PROTECT AND SERVE
Source: AAUW October 29, 2021 (La Mesa) — The La Mesa-El Cajon Branch of the American Association of University Women will hold a panel discussion about women in law enforcement,
HALL-O-WINE FUN OCT. 30 AT WINE WORKS IN LA MESA
East County News Service October 29, 2021 (La Mesa) – Wine Works in La Mesa invites you to Hall-o-Ween on Saturday, October 30th. Come in costume for a 7 p.m.
PARKWAY PLAZA HOSTS FALL FEST OCT. 30
East County News Service Photo courtesy of Parkway Plaza October 28, 2021 (El Cajon) – Parkway Plaza regional shopping mall in El Cajon invites you to bring the family to
CHRISTMAS MARKET DECEMBER 4 AT JULIAN MINING COMPANY
East County News Service October 27, 2021 (Julian) – You’re invited to an old-fashioned Christmas Market at the Julian Mining Company (4444 Highway 78, Julian) on Saturday, December 4 from
ENTER IF YOU DARE: HAUNTED FOREST AT BANNER RANCH IN JULIAN
East County News Service October 27, 2021 (Julian) – You’re invited to get into the Halloween spooky spirit Halloween weekend at Ghost Town Banner City’s haunted forest from 7 to
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