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Award-winning nonprofit media in the public interest, serving San Diego's inland region

Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.

1,000 LIGHTS BRINGS WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL TO SANTEE LAKES MARCH 23

    East County News Service   March 3, 2019 (Santee) — 1000 Lights, a water lantern festival company specializing in events for families, will host a festival at Santee Lakes on March 23 from 4 to 8 p.m.  Thousands of attendees will launch their lanterns at 7 p.m., just after dusk, to enjoy an incredible view of the water.

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EL CAJON NOW ACCEPTING YOUTH OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS

    Photo: Creative commons image via S.A. March 2, 2019 (El Cajon) — The City of El Cajon Teen Coalition is now accepting applications for the “Youth of the Year” Award, recognizing outstanding youth who go above and beyond serving their community!  This annual award is given to one middle school and one high school student, honoring them for

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ST. PATRICK’S 5K AND HALF MARATHON MARCH 3 IN EL CAJON

  Photo by Robert Gehr March 1, 2019 (El Cajon) — A St. Patrick’s Day 5K run and half marathon will be held a wee bit early, on March 3rd in downtown El Cajon starting at the El Cajon arch. Funds raised will benefit East County charities. There’s also a beer garden and more at the annual event hosted by

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LAKESIDE SHERIFF HOSTS COFFEE WITH COMMUNITY MARCH 12

    East County News Service February 28, 2019 (Lakeside) — Lakeside Sheriff’s substation will hold a Coffee with the Community event on Tuesday, March 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Lakeside Community Center, 9841 Vine St., Lakeside. “Community outreach is a top priority of the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.  Members of the community should feel

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EAST COUNTY SOLAR EXPERIENCE MARCH 2 IN LA MESA

  By Miriam Raftery February 28, 2019 (La Mesa) – You’re invited to an East County Solar Experience on Saturday, March 2 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Salvation Army KROC Center community center room, 6845 University Ave. in La Mesa.  Hear from nationally accredited energy professionals and nonprofit climate champions to learn about the evolving solar power

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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS IN MARCH, 2019

    By Miriam Raftery Photos: CC by SA February 27, 2019 (San Diego’s East County) — Destination East County highlights March events including an Off Broadway Live production in Santee, a wildlife tracking walk at Mission Trails, a Borrego historical tour and living history presentation, Tomatomania at the Water Conservation Garden, and Quartet Luminosos at Mission Trails Church. Plu,

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FIRST FRIDAY ART SHOW MARCH 1 IN RAMONA

    East County News Service February 26, 2019 (Ramona) – The Gallery at 438 Main St. in Ramona invites you to a “First Friday” Art Party and Open House on March 1st from 6 to 8 p.m. The free event will feature free refreshments, art by local artists, and 20 percent discounts off purchases.   Exhibits include a “Dark vs.

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EAST COUNTY CHURCH HOSTS `BLESSED WITH A DRESS,’ FREE FORMAL DRESSES FOR YOUNG LADIES

    East County News Service  February 25, 2019 (El Cajon) – Foothills Christian Church at 365 West Bradley Ave. in El Cajon will host “Blessed with a Dress,” a free event for young women needing high-quality, fashionable formal wear for school dances and other special occasions. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, girls can visit the church campus and select

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County Grant video proposal

Our video presentation for our proposed “East County Adventures, Activities and Attractions” project can now be viewed by clicking here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1739WHnGNxQ&feature=youtu.be   Printer-friendly version

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Our Guide to Live Entertainment venues

County Grant video proposal

Our video presentation for our proposed “East County Adventures, Activities and Attractions” project can now be viewed by clicking here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1739WHnGNxQ&feature=youtu.be   Printer-friendly version

Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.

Our Guide to Live Entertainment venues