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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS DEC. 6-JAN. 7
By Miriam Raftery December 5, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) — This week’s Destination East County includes the North Pole Limited train rides in Campo, the Ramona Holiday Wine Trail, a Christmas Cabaret in La Mesa, reindeer at Grossmont Center, and a Toy Parade in El Cajon, a performance of Handel’s Messiah in the College area, Plus, we’ll have
EAST COUNTY RESIDENTS HONORED WITH “GOLDEN GEAR” AWARDS AT DEC. 7 HOLIDAY JOY RIDE
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) – You’re invited to join cyclists spreading holiday cheer at the San Diego County Bike Coalition’s 7th Annual Holiday Joy Ride. In honor of the Bike Coalition’s 1987 inception and 30 years as San Diego’s only countywide bike advocacy organization, a parade of two-wheeled travelers will combine fake mullets
LA MESA HEALTH CARE LIBRARY PRESENTS WATERCOLOR ART EXHIBIT
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (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 showcasing 20 watercolor paintings by Ruth Benjamin, a San Carlos resident. The exhibit, ending Dec. 30, features paintings
AMERICAN-POLISH CHRISTMAS PARTY DECEMBER 9
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (La Mesa) – The American Polish Cooperation Society will host an American-Polish Christmas Party on December 9 at 6 p.m. at the home of Renata and George Juchum, 4518 Mayapan Drive in La Mesa. This year’s event is dedicated to two heroes, General Merian Caldwell Cooper and Richard Carpenter. Special guests and
SANTA – AND SNOW – ARRIVE AT SANTEE LAKES DEC. 10
East County News Service December 3, 2017 (Santee) — Santa comes to Santee Lakes on Sunday, December 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children can also delight in meeting favorite characters from Star Wars and Disney movies on Storybook Island, sliding down Snow Hill, crafts, face painting, carnival rides and rides on ponies, tractors and a train. There
PHOTO OF THE MONTH: DECEMBER 2017 SUPER MOON
By Robert Gehr December 3, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) – A super moon, also known as the “cold moon” was shining very bright early last evening on the 2nd of December, and I was lucky enough to get some photos before the fog obscured it from view. A super moon occurs when a full moon coincides with the
A FIDDLING AND CLOGGING CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT PARKWAY PLAZA
East County News Service December 3, 2017 (El Cajon) — Clap and dance with Celia Lawler, back by popular demand. The fiddling and clogging singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist will be performing holiday concerts at Parkway Plaza shopping mall in El Cajon on two Saturdays, December 16 and 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Macy’s Court. For more
FIRE TRUCK TOY PARADE BRINGS TOYS AND FOOD DONATIONS DEC. 9
East County News Service December 2, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’ve kicked off the season with the Mother Goose Parade. Now it’s time for another El Cajon tradition: the Salvation Army Fire Truck Toy Parade. The Salvation Army partners with the Fire Department, KOGO 600 News Radio, Stoney’s Kids Legacy and Target on Saturday, December 9. The festivities start
“HOLIDAY IN THE COUNTRY…FOLLOW THE RAMONA WINE TRAIL” 3 WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association December 2, 2017 (Ramona) — Participating wineries from the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) are featuring a “Holiday in the Country” when you “Follow the Ramona Wine Trail” in the heart of San Diego Wine Country during the first three weekends of December: 2/3, 9/10, and 16/17. Wine fans can visit 14 wineries
TOYS FOR JOY SERVES THOUSANDS OF SAN DIEGO FAMILIES WITH TOYS, FOOD & CLOTHING
More than 25,000 expected to attend East County News Service December 2, 2017 (San Diego’s East County — On Saturday, Dec. 9, 25,000 people are expected to attend the 21st annual Toys for Joy event sponsored by the Rock Church at from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event has grown over the years and expanded to four locations,
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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS DEC. 6-JAN. 7
By Miriam Raftery December 5, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) — This week’s Destination East County includes the North Pole Limited train rides in Campo, the Ramona Holiday Wine
EAST COUNTY RESIDENTS HONORED WITH “GOLDEN GEAR” AWARDS AT DEC. 7 HOLIDAY JOY RIDE
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) – You’re invited to join cyclists spreading holiday cheer at the San Diego County Bike Coalition’s 7th Annual Holiday
LA MESA HEALTH CARE LIBRARY PRESENTS WATERCOLOR ART EXHIBIT
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (La Mesa) — The Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health Care Library, a consumer health library at 9001 Wakarusa St.
AMERICAN-POLISH CHRISTMAS PARTY DECEMBER 9
East County News Service December 4, 2017 (La Mesa) – The American Polish Cooperation Society will host an American-Polish Christmas Party on December 9 at 6 p.m. at the
SANTA – AND SNOW – ARRIVE AT SANTEE LAKES DEC. 10
East County News Service December 3, 2017 (Santee) — Santa comes to Santee Lakes on Sunday, December 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children can also delight in
PHOTO OF THE MONTH: DECEMBER 2017 SUPER MOON
By Robert Gehr December 3, 2017 (San Diego’s East County) – A super moon, also known as the “cold moon” was shining very bright early last evening on the
A FIDDLING AND CLOGGING CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT PARKWAY PLAZA
East County News Service December 3, 2017 (El Cajon) — Clap and dance with Celia Lawler, back by popular demand. The fiddling and clogging singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist will
FIRE TRUCK TOY PARADE BRINGS TOYS AND FOOD DONATIONS DEC. 9
East County News Service December 2, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’ve kicked off the season with the Mother Goose Parade. Now it’s time for another El Cajon tradition: the
“HOLIDAY IN THE COUNTRY…FOLLOW THE RAMONA WINE TRAIL” 3 WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association December 2, 2017 (Ramona) — Participating wineries from the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) are featuring a “Holiday in the Country” when you
TOYS FOR JOY SERVES THOUSANDS OF SAN DIEGO FAMILIES WITH TOYS, FOOD & CLOTHING
More than 25,000 expected to attend East County News Service December 2, 2017 (San Diego’s East County — On Saturday, Dec. 9, 25,000 people are expected to attend the
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