East County Magazine
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GREENING ALPINE BOULEVARD
East County News Service November 14, 2018 (Alpine) — Two years after construction of Sunrise Powerline left Alpine Boulevard bare though the heart of rural Alpine, a beautification project is taking root. The Alpine Mountain Em pire Chamber of Commerce, the Back Country Land Trust and the Certified Com munity Wildlife Habitat are organizing efforts to plant trees and other greenery. “The Chamber is proud to partner
NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR EL CAJON’S 2018 “CITIZEN OF THE YEAR”
Source: City of El Cajon November 14, 2018 (El Cajon) — Each year El Cajon’s civic, service, and fraternal organizations select the El Cajon “Citizen of the Year” from the many people in El Cajon who contribute to El Cajon through years of volunteer civic and community service. Active community groups, or individuals, can nominate a candidate for the
FORGET THE STORES; SPEND BLACK FRIDAY WITH LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS AT ANNUAL TURKEY BASH NOV. 23
Visit rescued big cats and exotic animals as they enjoy their own Thanksgiving feast Source: Lions, Tigers and Bears November 13, 2018 (Alpine) – Looking for something fun to do the Friday after Thanksgiving? Bring your family and friends to visit the rescued animals of Lions Tigers & Bears Big Cat and Exotic Animal Sanctuary for the annual Turkey Bash.
STARS TO SHINE AT MOTHER GOOSE PARADE NOV. 18
World War II paratrooper Tom Rice to serve as Grand Marshal By Miriam Raftery November 13, 2018 (El Cajon) – The Mother Goose Parade, El Cajon’s most cherished tradition for 72 years, will roll out on Sunday, November 18th starting at 1 p.m. in downtown EL Cajon. The theme this year is “The Sky’s The Limit!” The parade’s Grand
GLOBE FOR ALL: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM IN LEMON GROVE NOV. 14
East County News Service November 12, 2018 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Historical Society presents Globe for All, a free performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on Wednesday, November 14th. The production is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Alvarez Auditorium (next to the Lemon Grove Library), plus a free dinner will be offered at
LA MESA HEALTH CARE LIBRARY PRESENTS IMPRESSIONISTIC ART EXHIBIT
East County News Service November 12, 2018 (La Mesa) – The Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, a consumer health library at 9001 Wakarusa St. in La Mesa, is now presenting its Fall Art Exhibit titled “Personal Impressions.” The collaborative exhibit showcases 20 paintings, including eight paintings by La Mesa resident Maureen Parker and 12 paintings by Parker’s
ALL ABOARD! SANTA AND ELVES INVITE YOU TO RIDE THE NORTH POLE LIMITED TRAIN
East County News Service November 10, 2018 (Campo) — The famous North Pole Limited returns to celebrate the holiday season at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo. Aboard the historic 1920s train, Santa’s elves will sing Christmas carols, read a popular holiday story, passing out cookies and hot chocolate to all—then stop at Santa’s workshop to pick up Santa and Mrs. Claus. Advance tickets are recommended as this popular
SAN DIEGO’S WOMEN AUTHORS TO BE SALUTED AT SOROPTOMIST PRE-THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
East County News Service November 9, 2018 (La Mesa) – The public is invited to Soroptimist International of La Mesa’s 61th Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Community Breakfast, which will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Handlery Hotel & Resort, 950 Hotel Circle North in San Diego’s Mission Valley. Admission is $45 per person.
ALPINE’S CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE, SNOW FESTIVAL DEC. 7
East County News Service November 9, 2018 (Alpine) – The glowing 23rd Annual Alpine Village Christmas Parade of Lights & Snow Festival is going to be bigger and better than ever on Friday, Dec. 7 in Alpine. Shining holiday lights will decorate every entry in this hometown, award-winning parade that starts down Alpine Boulevard at West Victoria Drive at 6:30
THEY’VE DECKED THE HALLS! ALPINE HOLIIDAY HOMES TOUR DEC. 15
East County News Service November 8, 2018 (Alpine) – The Alpine Woman’s Club will present its 13th annual Christmas in Alpine Home Tour on Saturday, December 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s tour will showcase five beautiful homes decked out in holiday style. This event is open to those ages 13 and up and benefits Alpine Woman’s
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GREENING ALPINE BOULEVARD
East County News Service November 14, 2018 (Alpine) — Two years after construction of Sunrise Powerline left Alpine Boulevard bare though the heart of rural Alpine, a beautification project is taking
NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR EL CAJON’S 2018 “CITIZEN OF THE YEAR”
Source: City of El Cajon November 14, 2018 (El Cajon) — Each year El Cajon’s civic, service, and fraternal organizations select the El Cajon “Citizen of the Year” from
FORGET THE STORES; SPEND BLACK FRIDAY WITH LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS AT ANNUAL TURKEY BASH NOV. 23
Visit rescued big cats and exotic animals as they enjoy their own Thanksgiving feast Source: Lions, Tigers and Bears November 13, 2018 (Alpine) – Looking for something fun to
STARS TO SHINE AT MOTHER GOOSE PARADE NOV. 18
World War II paratrooper Tom Rice to serve as Grand Marshal By Miriam Raftery November 13, 2018 (El Cajon) – The Mother Goose Parade, El Cajon’s most cherished tradition for
GLOBE FOR ALL: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM IN LEMON GROVE NOV. 14
East County News Service November 12, 2018 (Lemon Grove) – The Lemon Grove Historical Society presents Globe for All, a free performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on
LA MESA HEALTH CARE LIBRARY PRESENTS IMPRESSIONISTIC ART EXHIBIT
East County News Service November 12, 2018 (La Mesa) – The Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, a consumer health library at 9001 Wakarusa St. in La Mesa,
ALL ABOARD! SANTA AND ELVES INVITE YOU TO RIDE THE NORTH POLE LIMITED TRAIN
East County News Service November 10, 2018 (Campo) — The famous North Pole Limited returns to celebrate the holiday season at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo. Aboard the historic 1920s train, Santa’s elves will sing
SAN DIEGO’S WOMEN AUTHORS TO BE SALUTED AT SOROPTOMIST PRE-THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
East County News Service November 9, 2018 (La Mesa) – The public is invited to Soroptimist International of La Mesa’s 61th Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Community Breakfast, which will be held from
ALPINE’S CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE, SNOW FESTIVAL DEC. 7
East County News Service November 9, 2018 (Alpine) – The glowing 23rd Annual Alpine Village Christmas Parade of Lights & Snow Festival is going to be bigger and better
THEY’VE DECKED THE HALLS! ALPINE HOLIIDAY HOMES TOUR DEC. 15
East County News Service November 8, 2018 (Alpine) – The Alpine Woman’s Club will present its 13th annual Christmas in Alpine Home Tour on Saturday, December 15 from 10 a.m.
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