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READERS AND WRITERS CALENDAR JAN. 27 – FEB.10, 2019
By Sam Warren, Copyright 2019 http://Bookwarren.com “A good editor understands what you’re talking and writing about and doesn’t meddle too much.” — Irwin Shaw January 24, 2019 (San Diego) – Books and bingo, a writer’s conference, author appearances, book discussion groups and writer’s classes are among the literary happenings on the horizon locally. CLICK TO SCROLL DOWN FOR A LIST
LA MESA COUNCIL HOSTS TOWN HALL MEETING FOR COMMUNITY JAN. 29
East County News Service January 24, 2019 (La Mesa) — The city of La Mesa will host a town hall meeting with city councilmembers and the community to discuss La Mesa and its future. The special meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium at La Mesa Dale Elementary School,
BACKCOUNTRY HIDDEN PLEASURES IN SAN DIEGO’S INLAND REGION
Our guide to unique lodging and adventures in San Diego’s beautiful backcountry By Bobbi Zane and Miriam Raftery, East County Magazine San Diego’s backcountry is home to mountains with hiking trails, miles and miles of pine and oak forests, wine regions, deserts, historic highways and rural areas — known as the playground for San Diegans who want a
BARONA CASINO AND RESORT WELCOMES “YEAR OF THE PIG” WITH LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEB. 5-19
East County News Service January 24, 2019 (Lakeside) — Barona Resort & Casino invites you to welcome the Lunar New Year beginning Tuesday, February 5 through Tuesday, February 19 with traditional performances, lion and dragon dancers, lucky Hong Bao, all-you-can-eat lobster, and lobster specials, Party People games, Dragon Alley bonuses as well as over $518,888 in cash giveaways. Visit www.barona.com for entertainment times, restaurant specials
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: EAST COUNTY’S NATIVE AMERICANS HAD PROMINENT ROLES IN WOMEN’S MARCH
East County News Service Photo credits: San Diego Women’s March January 22, 2019 (San Diego) — Kumeyaay women were among the groups participating in the 2019 San Diego Women’s March and program at Waterfront Park. Virginia Christman, Kumeyaay elder and cultural educator from Viejas, offered a traditional blessing and bird song at the start of the program. Christman
RAINS BRING EARLY DESERT WILDFLOWER BLOOMS: BOOKMARK THESE RESOURCES
East County News Service January 22, 2019 (Borrego) — Thanks to the rain, wildflowers are blooming early this year in the Anza-Borrego desert, according to Sunbelt Publications. If you’re planning to visit the Anza Borrego Desert State Park, these sites will provide updates on where and when to view those beautiful blooms: The Anza-Borrego Foundation Wildflower Page Anza-Borrego
PAINT YOUR SWEETHEART FOR VALENTINE’S DAY: ART CLASSES IN FEB. AT NAINSOOK IN LA MESA
East County News Service January 21, 2019 (La Mesa) – Get creative! Nainsook Framing + Art in La Mesa is offering a variety of art classes in February. Enjoy an evening of wine, art and friendship while learning how to create mosaics, watercolor paintings, pendant jewelry and more. Special for Valentine’s Day, on Feb. 7 you can
FULL 2019 SCHEDULE RELEASED FOR “SECOND SUNDAY” MISSION TRAILS CONCERTS AT NEW LOCATION
East County News Service January 20, 2019 (San Diego) – A full schedule of all 12 “Second Sunday” community concerts is now available, showcasing talented local performers. The concerts, formerly held at Mission Trails Regional Park, have moved to a new home at Mission Trails Church, 4880 Zion Ave. SD 92120. They are held the second Sunday of each
JULIAN FIREFIGHTERS HOST SPAGHETTI DINNER TO FILL “BLESSING BOX”
By Miriam Raftery January 19, 2019 (Julian) – The community is invited to a spaghetti dinner hosted by the Julian Cuyamaca Firefighters Association on Sunday, January 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring a non-perishable food item to share for the Julian Blessing Box, a free food pantry that helps people in need. The dinner will be
MISSING LAKESIDE SENIOR FOUND SAFE IN OCOTLLO WELLS
By Miriam Raftery January 18, 2019 (Lakeside) – Kathryn Anne Kennedy, 70, was found in Ocotillo Wells shortly after 11 a.m. this morning, Lt. David Perkins with the San Diego Sheriff’s Department has confirmed to ECM. “A concerned citizen saw her sitting on the steps of the market at a campground in Ocotillo Wells and called for a welfare check
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READERS AND WRITERS CALENDAR JAN. 27 – FEB.10, 2019
By Sam Warren, Copyright 2019 http://Bookwarren.com “A good editor understands what you’re talking and writing about and doesn’t meddle too much.” — Irwin Shaw January 24, 2019 (San Diego) –
LA MESA COUNCIL HOSTS TOWN HALL MEETING FOR COMMUNITY JAN. 29
East County News Service January 24, 2019 (La Mesa) — The city of La Mesa will host a town hall meeting with city councilmembers and the community
BACKCOUNTRY HIDDEN PLEASURES IN SAN DIEGO’S INLAND REGION
Our guide to unique lodging and adventures in San Diego’s beautiful backcountry By Bobbi Zane and Miriam Raftery, East County Magazine San Diego’s backcountry is home to mountains
BARONA CASINO AND RESORT WELCOMES “YEAR OF THE PIG” WITH LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEB. 5-19
East County News Service January 24, 2019 (Lakeside) — Barona Resort & Casino invites you to welcome the Lunar New Year beginning Tuesday, February 5 through Tuesday, February 19 with
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: EAST COUNTY’S NATIVE AMERICANS HAD PROMINENT ROLES IN WOMEN’S MARCH
East County News Service Photo credits: San Diego Women’s March January 22, 2019 (San Diego) — Kumeyaay women were among the groups participating in the 2019 San Diego
RAINS BRING EARLY DESERT WILDFLOWER BLOOMS: BOOKMARK THESE RESOURCES
East County News Service January 22, 2019 (Borrego) — Thanks to the rain, wildflowers are blooming early this year in the Anza-Borrego desert, according to Sunbelt Publications. If
PAINT YOUR SWEETHEART FOR VALENTINE’S DAY: ART CLASSES IN FEB. AT NAINSOOK IN LA MESA
East County News Service January 21, 2019 (La Mesa) – Get creative! Nainsook Framing + Art in La Mesa is offering a variety of art classes in
FULL 2019 SCHEDULE RELEASED FOR “SECOND SUNDAY” MISSION TRAILS CONCERTS AT NEW LOCATION
East County News Service January 20, 2019 (San Diego) – A full schedule of all 12 “Second Sunday” community concerts is now available, showcasing talented local performers. The
JULIAN FIREFIGHTERS HOST SPAGHETTI DINNER TO FILL “BLESSING BOX”
By Miriam Raftery January 19, 2019 (Julian) – The community is invited to a spaghetti dinner hosted by the Julian Cuyamaca Firefighters Association on Sunday, January 20 from
MISSING LAKESIDE SENIOR FOUND SAFE IN OCOTLLO WELLS
By Miriam Raftery January 18, 2019 (Lakeside) – Kathryn Anne Kennedy, 70, was found in Ocotillo Wells shortly after 11 a.m. this morning, Lt. David Perkins with the San Diego
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