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PADRE JOHNSON DONATES “GLOBAL FAMILY” PORTRAITS TO HERITAGE OF THE AMERICAS MUSEUM: SPECIAL PRESENTATION AND RECEPTION OCT. 6
By Miriam Raftery September 18, 2017 (Rancho San Diego) – Heritage of the Americas Museum invites the public to a special presentation and reception, “Padre Johnson and his Gift of the Global Human Family” on Friday, October 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. Meet the artist, Ray “Padre” Johnson” and view the 25 paintings from his “Faces of the
LA MESA CONVERSATIONS MIXER SEPT. 27 AT WINE WORKS
East County News Service September 17, 2017 (La Mesa) – You’re invited to join La Mesa Conversations at their next mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 27th at La Mesa Wine Works. The mixer topic will be an update to La Mesa’s Climate Action Plan. Join your neighbors to hear brief remarks from representatives from SanDiego350
GIARDINO NEIGHBORHOOD CUCINA TO BRING ITALIAN-INSPIRED EATS TO LEMON GROVE
Classical menu brings on flavor, nostalgia and a bit of surprise East County News Service September 15, 2017 (Lemon Grove) — With a fast approaching debut next month, the neighborhood eatery, Giardino, has finalized its menu and looks forward to opening its doors to the Lemon Grove community. Featuring Italian inspired cuisine in a welcoming and casual setting, the
THEY’VE GOT RHYTHM: SYCUAN POWWOW 2017
By Miriam Raftery September 15, 2017 (El Cajon) – The 28th annual Sycuan Powwow was held last weekend at the Sycuan reservation, drawing tribal members from across the U.S. The grand procession and ensuing Native American dance competitions provided a panoramic vista of swirling colors and patterns, as participants clad in full regalia performed timeless steps to the accompaniment
TIJUANA, SAN DIEGO’S SISTER CITY
HAVING FUN IN TIJUANA: A Day Tripper’s Guide, by Sam Warren (Bookwarren Publishing, San Diego, California, 2017, 14 pages.) Book Review by Dennis Moore September 15, 2017 (Tijuana) – Sam Warren, the founder of SDWriteway, an online magazine in San Diego that has partnered with the East County Magazine, has written the indispensable guide to navigating through Tijuana,
PASSAGES: LA TORTA RESTAURANT OWNER MIGUEL ANGEL ROJAS
East County News Service September 15, 2017 (La Mesa) – Miguel Angel Rojas, 54, owner of the La Torta restaurant in La Mesa, died on September 10th. “ A husband, father, brother and friend, Miguel, was beloved by many,” states a GoFundMe page set up by Rojas’ stepdaughter to help his wife, Felicia, and daughters. “Many people came to know
A MILLION PUNCHES FROM THE HEART: PUNCHING OUT RACISM, GANG VIOLENCE AND MISTRUST OF POLICE SEPT. 16 IN EL CAJON
By Valerie Watts September 11, 2017 (El Cajon) – Imagine a fire station hung with heavy punching bags, filled with youth, community members, police and firefighters all furiously punching away for 60 seconds at a time. On Saturday, September 16 from 8 a.m. until noon, the public is invited to help firefighters and police officers “punch out racism, gang
RAMONA RANCH VINEYARD AND WINERY FIRST IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY TO BECOME CERTIFIED CALIFORNIA SUSTAINABLE WINEGROWING
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association Photo: winemaker Micole Moore and co-owner Teri Kerns in the vineyard with ponies Thelma and Louise. September 14, 2017 (Ramona) — Ramona Ranch Vineyard and Winery is the first in San Diego County to be designated Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE) as a result of meeting a comprehensive set of standards for “environmental
TAKE A STROLL AT THE ALLEY CAT ART WALK SEPT. 15 IN EL CAJON FOR ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND MORE
By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’re invited to bring the family and stroll through downtown El Cajon’s “art alley” on Rea Street at the 2017 Alley Cat Art Walk on Friday, September 15 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy over 20 outdoor art and craft vendor booths three live music stages, plus select galleries and
SUPREME COURT REINSTATES TRAVEL BAN ON SOME REFUGEES UNTIL HIGH COURT HEARS CASE
By Miriam Raftery September 12, 2017 (Washington D.C.) – The U.S. Supreme Court today blocked an Appeals Court order that would have allowed refugees who already have contractual agreements from resettlement agencies to enter the U.S. The ban could be temporary, put in place until the justices issue a final ruling after deliberations on the case begin in mid-October.
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PADRE JOHNSON DONATES “GLOBAL FAMILY” PORTRAITS TO HERITAGE OF THE AMERICAS MUSEUM: SPECIAL PRESENTATION AND RECEPTION OCT. 6
By Miriam Raftery September 18, 2017 (Rancho San Diego) – Heritage of the Americas Museum invites the public to a special presentation and reception, “Padre Johnson and his Gift
LA MESA CONVERSATIONS MIXER SEPT. 27 AT WINE WORKS
East County News Service September 17, 2017 (La Mesa) – You’re invited to join La Mesa Conversations at their next mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September
GIARDINO NEIGHBORHOOD CUCINA TO BRING ITALIAN-INSPIRED EATS TO LEMON GROVE
Classical menu brings on flavor, nostalgia and a bit of surprise East County News Service September 15, 2017 (Lemon Grove) — With a fast approaching debut next month, the
THEY’VE GOT RHYTHM: SYCUAN POWWOW 2017
By Miriam Raftery September 15, 2017 (El Cajon) – The 28th annual Sycuan Powwow was held last weekend at the Sycuan reservation, drawing tribal members from across the U.S.
TIJUANA, SAN DIEGO’S SISTER CITY
HAVING FUN IN TIJUANA: A Day Tripper’s Guide, by Sam Warren (Bookwarren Publishing, San Diego, California, 2017, 14 pages.) Book Review by Dennis Moore September 15, 2017 (Tijuana)
PASSAGES: LA TORTA RESTAURANT OWNER MIGUEL ANGEL ROJAS
East County News Service September 15, 2017 (La Mesa) – Miguel Angel Rojas, 54, owner of the La Torta restaurant in La Mesa, died on September 10th. “ A husband,
A MILLION PUNCHES FROM THE HEART: PUNCHING OUT RACISM, GANG VIOLENCE AND MISTRUST OF POLICE SEPT. 16 IN EL CAJON
By Valerie Watts September 11, 2017 (El Cajon) – Imagine a fire station hung with heavy punching bags, filled with youth, community members, police and firefighters all furiously punching
RAMONA RANCH VINEYARD AND WINERY FIRST IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY TO BECOME CERTIFIED CALIFORNIA SUSTAINABLE WINEGROWING
Source: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association Photo: winemaker Micole Moore and co-owner Teri Kerns in the vineyard with ponies Thelma and Louise. September 14, 2017 (Ramona) — Ramona Ranch Vineyard
TAKE A STROLL AT THE ALLEY CAT ART WALK SEPT. 15 IN EL CAJON FOR ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND MORE
By Miriam Raftery September 10, 2017 (El Cajon) – You’re invited to bring the family and stroll through downtown El Cajon’s “art alley” on Rea Street at the 2017
SUPREME COURT REINSTATES TRAVEL BAN ON SOME REFUGEES UNTIL HIGH COURT HEARS CASE
By Miriam Raftery September 12, 2017 (Washington D.C.) – The U.S. Supreme Court today blocked an Appeals Court order that would have allowed refugees who already have contractual agreements
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