East County Magazine
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: HAPPY BIRTHDAY SANTEE
East County News Service December 4, 2020 (Santee) – Rebecca Jefferis Williamson snapped this photo of a keepsake Christmas ornament commemorating Santee’s 40th birthday on December 1st. The city hosted dual fireworks displays, as well as treats passed out through local merchants. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted a broader celebration originally planned. Printer-friendly version
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: DEER IN DESCANSO
December 4, 2020 (Descanso) – Ana and Al Ruvalcaba of Descanso sent in this video of a mule deer buck and doe in their yard. “In the video you’ll see him and his companion eating berries off of a Toyon brush tree while I’m recording from inside my house,” Ana says. “They have been coming by since Nov.
KAREN DEVOS, SPRING VALLEY KNITTER EXTRAORDINAIRE, HELPS HOMELESS STAY WARM IN WINTER
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson (Photo of Karen DeVos courtesy of Nancy Rinard) Dec. 3, 2020 (Spring Valley) — Covenant Living at Mount Miguel, located in Spring Valley, has a resident devoted to helping others via her knitting needles. That resident is Karen DeVos, a retired teacher and librarian. Her brand of inspiration is knitting beanies, sweaters, and even personalized Christmas
MASS APPEAL REVIEW: PRODUCTION TAKES US TO CHURCH
By Kathy Carpenter December 2, 2020 (Point Loma) – If you are Catholic, you will identify. If not, you will identify with the perception of how people perceive Catholics.The authenticity of Bill C. Davis’s production of Mass Appeal was done quite well with some creative licensing. Since I watched on Sunday, I actually felt like I was attending Mass before
SAN DIEGO POTTERY TOUR GOES VIRTUAL
East County News Service December 1, 2020 (San Diego) – The 13th annual San Diego Pottery tour starts today. But instead of inviting visitors into artists’ studios, due to the pandemic this year you can view and purchase potters’ works online. Many potters are putting work online every day or two, so check back often. Click the
HOLIDAY COOKING DISASTERS TO AVOID
By Miriam Raftery December 1, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – With many families avoiding holiday gatherings due to the pandemic and restaurants closed for indoor dining, some people not accustomed to preparing a Thanksgiving feast opted to attempt cooking at home. The rush to fix multiple dishes can lead to mistakes even by experienced chefs – and inexperience
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: MOONRISE OVER EAST COUNTY
Photo credit: Dawn Hough Sebaugh Photography November 30, 2020 (Casa De Oro) – Dawn Hough Sebaugh sent in this photo taken from the deck of her Mt. Helix home, looking eastward as a golden-hued moon rose over East County’s mountains. View more of her photographs and artwork at https://www.facebook.com/DHSartstudios. Printer-friendly version
SANTA AT THE LAKES DEC. 6 IN SANTEE
East County News Service November 30, 2020 (Santee) — Santa is coming to town on Sunday, December 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Santee Lakes (Lake 1 Gazebo). A physically distanced meeting and photo opportunity will be available with Santa. A reservation to visit Santa is encouraged, however walk-up visits will be available throughout the day based on
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: LAKE CUYAMACA WILDLIFE TRAIL
East County News Service November 28, 2020 (Cuyamaca) – Scott Lagace sent in a stunning collection of photos, along with this description. “There is a trail out by Cuyamaca Lake called the Marty Minshall Trail or as I call it, the wildlife trail because of all the deer, turkeys, birds and even a Bald Eagle
LEMON GROVE BONFIRE DEC. 4 TO BE DRIVE-UP DUE TO COVID
East County News Service November 27, 2020 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Grove will warm up the holiday season with its 23rd annual bonfire on Friday, December 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. But this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it will be a drive-through event with festive lights, goody bags, special characters and a photo opportunity. Drive-through in your
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: HAPPY BIRTHDAY SANTEE
East County News Service December 4, 2020 (Santee) – Rebecca Jefferis Williamson snapped this photo of a keepsake Christmas ornament commemorating Santee’s 40th birthday on December 1st. The city hosted dual
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: DEER IN DESCANSO
December 4, 2020 (Descanso) – Ana and Al Ruvalcaba of Descanso sent in this video of a mule deer buck and doe in their yard. “In the video
KAREN DEVOS, SPRING VALLEY KNITTER EXTRAORDINAIRE, HELPS HOMELESS STAY WARM IN WINTER
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson (Photo of Karen DeVos courtesy of Nancy Rinard) Dec. 3, 2020 (Spring Valley) — Covenant Living at Mount Miguel, located in Spring Valley, has a resident
MASS APPEAL REVIEW: PRODUCTION TAKES US TO CHURCH
By Kathy Carpenter December 2, 2020 (Point Loma) – If you are Catholic, you will identify. If not, you will identify with the perception of how people perceive Catholics.The authenticity
SAN DIEGO POTTERY TOUR GOES VIRTUAL
East County News Service December 1, 2020 (San Diego) – The 13th annual San Diego Pottery tour starts today. But instead of inviting visitors into artists’ studios, due to
HOLIDAY COOKING DISASTERS TO AVOID
By Miriam Raftery December 1, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – With many families avoiding holiday gatherings due to the pandemic and restaurants closed for indoor dining, some people
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: MOONRISE OVER EAST COUNTY
Photo credit: Dawn Hough Sebaugh Photography November 30, 2020 (Casa De Oro) – Dawn Hough Sebaugh sent in this photo taken from the deck of her Mt. Helix home, looking
SANTA AT THE LAKES DEC. 6 IN SANTEE
East County News Service November 30, 2020 (Santee) — Santa is coming to town on Sunday, December 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Santee Lakes (Lake 1 Gazebo).
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: LAKE CUYAMACA WILDLIFE TRAIL
East County News Service November 28, 2020 (Cuyamaca) – Scott Lagace sent in a stunning collection of photos, along with this description. “There is a
LEMON GROVE BONFIRE DEC. 4 TO BE DRIVE-UP DUE TO COVID
East County News Service November 27, 2020 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Grove will warm up the holiday season with its 23rd annual bonfire on Friday, December 4, from 5:30 to
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