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SANGRIA CONTEST: SAVORING THE START OF A “SUMMER OF WINE” IN RAMONA
By Miriam Raftery Photo: Jacques Sapier serves up a glass of peach and cherry sangria May 28, 2017 (Ramona) – What better way to start off summertime than sipping sangrias on a stone patio in the noontime sun? At Vineyard Grant James, a sangria contest began Friday and continues through Monday for Memorial Day reason. Savor three
SUPERSTARS ON-STAGE JULY 7-8 AT SYCUAN: TRIBUTES TO TINA TURNER, ROD STEWART, WHITNEY HOUSTON AND ELVIS
East County News Service May 27, 2017 (Sycuan) – Superstars On Stage will be performing at Sycuan’s Live & Up Close theatre on July 7 and 8.”Incredible costumes, choreography and the best tribute artists in the world recreate the magical, on-stage performances of some of the biggest stars to ever grace the stage,” a press release from Sycuan states.
LAMPLIGHTERS 80TH ANNIVERSARY GALA JUNE 11
East County News Service May 26, 2017 (La Mesa) – Lamplighters has been entertaining La Mesa and its surrounding communities since 1937. On Sunday, June 11, they’re inviting you to celebrate their 80th anniversary with a gala from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the La Mesa Women’s Club. Tickets are $10 and are available until June 6. Come
EL CAJON CRISIS HOUSE TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE FOR HOMELESS CITIZENS ON JUNE 2 AT ROCK CHURCH
Volunteers needed to assist at event to help the homeless By Paul Kruze May 26, 2017 (El Cajon) –As the sun sets in the west behind surrounding mountains, some 700 people get ready to bed down every night on the asphalt streets of El Cajon. The roof over their heads is the night sky glowing with pillars of street lights
HOT, HOT, HOT! MARDI GRAS CAFE AND MARKET IN SPRING VALLEY
By Jordan Damond May 25, 2017 (Spring Valley) — Mardi Gras, a small cafe and market located in Spring Valley, is named for the famed carnival held in New Orleans. Following this theme, the cafe sells ample New Orleans specialties for lunch, dinner or to outfit an entire party. As
SANTEE STREET FAIR MAY 27 HAS FUN FOR ALL
East County News Service May 25, 2017 (Santee) – You’re invited to join over 30,000 visitors at the Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival this Saturday, May 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Town Center Parkway and Riverview Parkway in Santee. Celebrating its 9th year, the Street Fair will host its fourth annual beer festival featuring local breweries.
137 OUTDOOR MOVIES IN 22 COUNTY PARKS: SEASON STARTS THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
East County News Service May 24, 2017 (San Diego) — Pack some popcorn and gather up family and friends for Summer Movies in the Park. The fun, family-friendly – and free! – series officially kicks off this season with “Moana” at Waterfront Park on Friday, May 26. Many showings coming up are at parks in East County, starting with
SAVE A LIFE: CPR AND AED CETIFICATION CLASS JUNE 10 IN ALPINE
East County News Service May 24, 2017 (Alpine) — Would you know how to respond if your child stopped breathing or someone you love had a heart attack? The Alpine Woman’s Club is hosting CPR & AED Certification Class on Saturday June 10th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Town Hall , 2156 Alpine Blvd. The class
WINERIES TO KICK OFF RAMONA VALLEY WINE COUNTRY SUMMER OF WINE
East County News Service May 23, 2017 (Ramona) — Winery members of the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) will kick off the Ramona Valley Wine Country Summer of Wine with extended tasting days and/or unique experiences and tasting opportunities over the Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-29, 2017. As part of the summer kick-off, participating wineries will offer tastes of
CHICK-FIL-A IN SANTEE GIVING AWAY FREE CHICKEN SANDWICHES TO MILITARY FAMILIES ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 24TH
East County News Service May 23, 2017 (Santee) – The 10 Chick-fil-A restaurants in San Diego County, including the Chick-fil-A restaurant at 9418 Mission Gorge Road, Santee, are preparing to give away thousands of free Chick-fil-A entrées on Wednesday, May 24, as part of their annual Military Appreciation Night. Between 4 and 7 p.m., any active duty member of the
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SANGRIA CONTEST: SAVORING THE START OF A “SUMMER OF WINE” IN RAMONA
By Miriam Raftery Photo: Jacques Sapier serves up a glass of peach and cherry sangria May 28, 2017 (Ramona) – What better way to start off summertime
SUPERSTARS ON-STAGE JULY 7-8 AT SYCUAN: TRIBUTES TO TINA TURNER, ROD STEWART, WHITNEY HOUSTON AND ELVIS
East County News Service May 27, 2017 (Sycuan) – Superstars On Stage will be performing at Sycuan’s Live & Up Close theatre on July 7 and 8.”Incredible costumes, choreography
LAMPLIGHTERS 80TH ANNIVERSARY GALA JUNE 11
East County News Service May 26, 2017 (La Mesa) – Lamplighters has been entertaining La Mesa and its surrounding communities since 1937. On Sunday, June 11, they’re inviting you
EL CAJON CRISIS HOUSE TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE FOR HOMELESS CITIZENS ON JUNE 2 AT ROCK CHURCH
Volunteers needed to assist at event to help the homeless By Paul Kruze May 26, 2017 (El Cajon) –As the sun sets in the west behind surrounding mountains, some 700
HOT, HOT, HOT! MARDI GRAS CAFE AND MARKET IN SPRING VALLEY
By Jordan Damond May 25, 2017 (Spring Valley) — Mardi Gras, a small cafe and market located in Spring Valley,
SANTEE STREET FAIR MAY 27 HAS FUN FOR ALL
East County News Service May 25, 2017 (Santee) – You’re invited to join over 30,000 visitors at the Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival this Saturday, May 27
137 OUTDOOR MOVIES IN 22 COUNTY PARKS: SEASON STARTS THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
East County News Service May 24, 2017 (San Diego) — Pack some popcorn and gather up family and friends for Summer Movies in the Park. The fun, family-friendly –
SAVE A LIFE: CPR AND AED CETIFICATION CLASS JUNE 10 IN ALPINE
East County News Service May 24, 2017 (Alpine) — Would you know how to respond if your child stopped breathing or someone you love had a heart attack? The
WINERIES TO KICK OFF RAMONA VALLEY WINE COUNTRY SUMMER OF WINE
East County News Service May 23, 2017 (Ramona) — Winery members of the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) will kick off the Ramona Valley Wine Country Summer of Wine
CHICK-FIL-A IN SANTEE GIVING AWAY FREE CHICKEN SANDWICHES TO MILITARY FAMILIES ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 24TH
East County News Service May 23, 2017 (Santee) – The 10 Chick-fil-A restaurants in San Diego County, including the Chick-fil-A restaurant at 9418 Mission Gorge Road, Santee, are preparing
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