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ART PRODUCED DURING A PANDEMIC: ARTISTS GIVE BACK WITH ERASECOVID EFFORT
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson April 6, 2020 (San Diego) — El Cerrito artist Michael Buchmiller, creative director at El Cajon-based Graphic Business Solutions, Inc., created an artist-led effort to provide economic relief for artists and musicians during the world-wide coronavirus pandemic. The project is titled EraseCOVID, featuring works by local and well-known creative talents. (Artwork by Michael Buchmiller) But
LOCAL FARMS OFFER FRESH MEATS, EGGS, FRUITS, VEGGIES AND MORE DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR – OR PICKUP CURBSIDE
By Miriam Raftery Photos: Creative commons via Bing April 5, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – If you’re looking to avoid grocery store lines and support local farmers while enjoying fresh, locally grown foods, there are now dozens of local farms and ranches eager to meet your needs. The San Diego Sustainable Living Institute has a website listing dozens of
LA MESA FARMER’S MARKET IS BACK – WITH “ON THE GO” SERVICE
By Miriam Raftery April 4, 2020 (La Mesa) – La Mesa’s Certified Farmer’s Market has returned with an “On the Go” model to comply with county rules barring crowds. Now you can place your order online by 3 p.m. Thursday and choose a drive-through pick up time for Friday between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the Allison Avenue parking
VIRTUAL DESERT WILDFLOWERS TOUR
East County News Service April 4, 2020 (Borrego Springs) — The COVID-19 stay-home order and parking lot closures at all state parks has prevented many San Diegans from traveling to see desert wildflowers. Fortunately, the Anza-Borrego Foundation has put up a video tour of this year’s blossoms, with this note: “Since so many of you cannot visit Anza-Borrego right now,
LOCAL WINERIES JUICE UP MARKETING EFFORTS AMID COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
By Miriam Raftery April 3, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – The statewide COVID-19 order shutting down non-essential businesses has forced wineries to close their tasting rooms. But customers can still order wine to pick up at their favorite local winery, or have wine shipped to them. Many are offering specials, making this a good time to stock up your
BEAUTIFUL AMALFI, IN BETTER TIMES
East County News Service April 3, 2020 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Grove artist Jack Ofield’s painting of fabled Amalfi on the Italian Mediterranean coast recalls that ancient enclave in happier times, before the COVID-19 pandemic devastating Italy and much of the world. “It was January years ago when we stayed in a tiny B & B with a
WORKERS ON BORDER WALL AT TECATE NOT WEARING MASKS OR MAINTAINING SOCIAL DISTANCING
By Miriam Raftery April 3, 2020 (Tecate) – Along the California-Mexico border at Tecate in San Diego’s East County, construction of the border wall is being done by workers not maintaining social distancing or wearing masks—despite national, state and county emergency declarations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Construction is deemed an essential business under California’s emergency order and the
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: A MID-FLIGHT TRANSFER
East County News Service April 2, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – Debbie Merrill sent in these photos of a white-tailed kite bringing a vole (similar to a mouse) to his mate in a mid-air food exchange that is “typical behavior for these raptors,” according to Merrill. Printer-friendly version
EL CAJON PARKS AND RECREATION GOES VIRTUAL
East County News Service April 2, 2020 (El Cajon) — El Cajon’s Parks and Recreation site has set up a Virtual Recreation and Resource Center filled with fun, education and resources through these wild and turbulent times. Here are a few excerpts; the site is being updated regularly so check back for more ideas: Click Here For Online Rec Squad Videos Indoor Activities Here are
PIZZAS DELIVERED TO SHARP-GROSSMONT HOSPITAL BY TEACHER BOOST MORALE FOR MEDICAL PROVIDERS AND HELP LOCAL PIZZERIA
By Mimi Pollack April 1, 2020 (La Mesa) — So far, 2020 has proven to be a disturbing year, and everyone’s anxiety has been heightened. The majority of us are staying home and waiting. I have been teaching my class at Grossmont College online and struggling along. Inspired by stories of folks helping others in these trying times, I also
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ART PRODUCED DURING A PANDEMIC: ARTISTS GIVE BACK WITH ERASECOVID EFFORT
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson April 6, 2020 (San Diego) — El Cerrito artist Michael Buchmiller, creative director at El Cajon-based Graphic Business Solutions, Inc., created an artist-led effort to provide
LOCAL FARMS OFFER FRESH MEATS, EGGS, FRUITS, VEGGIES AND MORE DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR – OR PICKUP CURBSIDE
By Miriam Raftery Photos: Creative commons via Bing April 5, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – If you’re looking to avoid grocery store lines and support local farmers while enjoying
LA MESA FARMER’S MARKET IS BACK – WITH “ON THE GO” SERVICE
By Miriam Raftery April 4, 2020 (La Mesa) – La Mesa’s Certified Farmer’s Market has returned with an “On the Go” model to comply with county rules barring crowds. Now
VIRTUAL DESERT WILDFLOWERS TOUR
East County News Service April 4, 2020 (Borrego Springs) — The COVID-19 stay-home order and parking lot closures at all state parks has prevented many San Diegans from traveling to
LOCAL WINERIES JUICE UP MARKETING EFFORTS AMID COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
By Miriam Raftery April 3, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – The statewide COVID-19 order shutting down non-essential businesses has forced wineries to close their tasting rooms. But customers can
BEAUTIFUL AMALFI, IN BETTER TIMES
East County News Service April 3, 2020 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Grove artist Jack Ofield’s painting of fabled Amalfi on the Italian Mediterranean coast recalls that ancient enclave in
WORKERS ON BORDER WALL AT TECATE NOT WEARING MASKS OR MAINTAINING SOCIAL DISTANCING
By Miriam Raftery April 3, 2020 (Tecate) – Along the California-Mexico border at Tecate in San Diego’s East County, construction of the border wall is being done by workers
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: A MID-FLIGHT TRANSFER
East County News Service April 2, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) – Debbie Merrill sent in these photos of a white-tailed kite bringing a vole (similar to a mouse)
EL CAJON PARKS AND RECREATION GOES VIRTUAL
East County News Service April 2, 2020 (El Cajon) — El Cajon’s Parks and Recreation site has set up a Virtual Recreation and Resource Center filled with fun, education and resources through these
PIZZAS DELIVERED TO SHARP-GROSSMONT HOSPITAL BY TEACHER BOOST MORALE FOR MEDICAL PROVIDERS AND HELP LOCAL PIZZERIA
By Mimi Pollack April 1, 2020 (La Mesa) — So far, 2020 has proven to be a disturbing year, and everyone’s anxiety has been heightened. The majority of us are
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