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ILAN-LAEL HOSTS ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY OPEN HOUSE ON HUBBELL HILL JUNE 19
Iconic San Diego artist James Hubbell to open property to the public, raise funds for Ilan-Lael Foundation and reveal near-completed Ilan-Lael Center Photo: new Ilan-Lael Center in construction May 22, 2016 (San Diego) – Renowned San Diego artist and humanitarian, James Hubbell, is opening his hand-built, artistic mountain retreat home to the public for the annual Father’s Day Tour
SANDERS VISITS U.S. – MEXICAN BORDER IN SAN DIEGO
East County News Service Photo: Sanders Twitter feed May 21, 2016 (San Diego) — U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders today toured Friendship Park, a meeting place for separated families between San Diego and Tijuana. “All of this tells us why we need comprehensive immigration reform,” Sanders said after hearing the stories of families who can only see their loved ones
READERS & WRITERS CALENDAR: MAY 22 – JUNE 5
By Sam Warren, San Diego Write Way May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – The next two weeks include many events for readers and writers, from appearances by award-winning authors to workshops and classes across our region. Readers THEATER REVIEWS www.sdTheatreReviews.com and www.sdtheatrescene.com * * * * May 22 (Sunday, 12:00 pm) — As part of our ongoing Weekend with
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS MAY 19 – JUNE 24
Listen to Destination East County, also aired on KNSJ, by clicking the audio link. We thank the County of San Diego for a Community Enhancement Grant supporting Destination East County. East County News Service May 16, 2016 (San Diego’s East County) – This week’s Destination East County includes a rodeo and parade, America on Main Street, those lively
CATHOLIC GROUP IN SAN DIEGO SUPPORTS POPE’S MOVE TOWARD INCLUSION OF WOMEN
Hear our radio interview with Nancy Corran and Jane Via by clicking the orange arrow above. By Miriam Raftery May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – You may be surprised to learn that although the Catholic Church officially refuses to allow ordination of women as priests, a reform movement within the church called Roman Catholic Women Priests includes 200 women
HOWDY AND ALOHA! WESTERN LUAU JUNE 11 IN DESCANSO
East County News Service May 21, 2016 (Descanso) – You’re invited to a Western luau blending traditions of Hawaii and the Old West on Saturday, June 11 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at Chapel of the Hills Community Church, 25153 Viejas Blvd. in Descanso. This festive event features a pit BBQ pork dinner and live music by the Kukui
FOX SERIES “PITCH” COMING TO SAN DIEGO THIS FALL
By Liz Alper Photo: Youtube screenshot May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – FOX’s new show, “Pitch,” a fictional story about the first female major league baseball player, will be coming to San Diego in the fall. The show utilizes Petco Park as its main filming location (since the lead character plays for the San Diego Padres), but it also
NEW FILM EXPOSES SHELL OIL SPILL WORKERS AT SERIOUS RISK FOR CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
Image: Aerial over Shell Spill Monday, May 16, 2016. Miles of sheen before even a single skimmer boat is seen. Photo courtesy Dr. Ian MacDonald / Bonny Schumaker East County News Service May 21, 2016 (San Diego) — Mark Manning, director of The Road to Fallujah, has been covering the BP Oil Spill for six years. Being immersed in
LA MESA OFFFERS OUTDOOR CONCERTS AT SIX JUNE 12 – JULY 24
East County News Service May 21, 2016 (La Mesa) – The City of La Mesa’s free family fun “Concerts at Six” series will be held once again in Harry Griffen Park (8550 Milden Street) each Sunday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. The season opens June 12 and runs through July 24. For the season opener, the San Diego
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN EL CAJON
By Monica Zech, City of El Cajon May 20, 2016 (El Cajon) — “America on Main Street” is Saturday in Downtown El Cajon – Don’t Miss It! Below is a full list of events, recreation news, general information and safety tips from the City of El Cajon. Events: 3rd Annual America On Main Street Is May 21 Is This Saturday!
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ILAN-LAEL HOSTS ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY OPEN HOUSE ON HUBBELL HILL JUNE 19
Iconic San Diego artist James Hubbell to open property to the public, raise funds for Ilan-Lael Foundation and reveal near-completed Ilan-Lael Center Photo: new Ilan-Lael Center in construction May
SANDERS VISITS U.S. – MEXICAN BORDER IN SAN DIEGO
East County News Service Photo: Sanders Twitter feed May 21, 2016 (San Diego) — U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders today toured Friendship Park, a meeting place for separated families between
READERS & WRITERS CALENDAR: MAY 22 – JUNE 5
By Sam Warren, San Diego Write Way May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – The next two weeks include many events for readers and writers, from appearances by award-winning authors
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS MAY 19 – JUNE 24
Listen to Destination East County, also aired on KNSJ, by clicking the audio link. We thank the County of San Diego for a Community Enhancement Grant supporting Destination
CATHOLIC GROUP IN SAN DIEGO SUPPORTS POPE’S MOVE TOWARD INCLUSION OF WOMEN
Hear our radio interview with Nancy Corran and Jane Via by clicking the orange arrow above. By Miriam Raftery May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – You may be surprised
HOWDY AND ALOHA! WESTERN LUAU JUNE 11 IN DESCANSO
East County News Service May 21, 2016 (Descanso) – You’re invited to a Western luau blending traditions of Hawaii and the Old West on Saturday, June 11 from 4:30
FOX SERIES “PITCH” COMING TO SAN DIEGO THIS FALL
By Liz Alper Photo: Youtube screenshot May 21, 2016 (San Diego) – FOX’s new show, “Pitch,” a fictional story about the first female major league baseball player, will be
NEW FILM EXPOSES SHELL OIL SPILL WORKERS AT SERIOUS RISK FOR CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
Image: Aerial over Shell Spill Monday, May 16, 2016. Miles of sheen before even a single skimmer boat is seen. Photo courtesy Dr. Ian MacDonald / Bonny Schumaker East
LA MESA OFFFERS OUTDOOR CONCERTS AT SIX JUNE 12 – JULY 24
East County News Service May 21, 2016 (La Mesa) – The City of La Mesa’s free family fun “Concerts at Six” series will be held once again in Harry
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN EL CAJON
By Monica Zech, City of El Cajon May 20, 2016 (El Cajon) — “America on Main Street” is Saturday in Downtown El Cajon – Don’t Miss It! Below is
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
Our Guide to Live Entertainment venues