East County Magazine
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IS LA MESA THE NEXT HIP NEIGHBORHOOD IN SAN DIEGO?
East County News Service February 8, 2016 (La Mesa) — La Mesa Conversations organizes informal mixers every other month, featuring short programs to catalyze the conversation among our attendees. On Thursday, February 18th, the theme will be “Is La Mesa the next hip neighborhood in San Diego?” The event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Feb.
SANTEE MAN WILL WALK ACROSS NATION TO BENEFIT ALS PATIENTS
By Miriam Raftery February 8, 2016 (Santee) – Carol Wahl died of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease on March 1st, 2010. To honor her memory and raise money to help other ALS patients have better lives, her son, Mark Solz, will embark from Petco Park in San Diego on March 1st for a
READERS AND WRITERS CALENDAR FEB. 11-21
February 7, 2016 (San Diego) — This month there are many exciting events for readers and writers, from author booksignings to a symposium by the sea. Scroll down for a complete list of events for readers and writers, courtesy of San Diego Write Way. Readers February 11th to March 3 — Classes at Osher Institute, SDSU. Osher, Kathi Diamant,
HISTORIC TALE: JOHN HARBISON, KING OF THE BEEKEPERS
By Brigitte Garcia and Miriam Raftery February 6, 2016 (Harbison Canyon) – Here’s a sweet fact from East County’s history: pioneer beekeeper John S. Harbison was once the largest producer of honey in the world. After settling with his family along the Sweetwater River in what later became known as Harbison Canyon, he led the way for San Diego
EAST COUNTY ST. PATRICK’S HALF MARATHON AND FUN RUN MARCH 12 TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES
East County News Service February 6, 2016 (El Cajon) – Registration is now open for East County’s St. Patrick’s Day Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk, Green Mile and Tribes & Clans competition on Saturday, March 12 (the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day). This event aims to involve the entire family in fun and fitness. The Green Mile Fun Run, an
DUKE: A BALLET PERFORMANCE BY VISIONARY YOUTH BALLET FEB. 6
East County News Service February 5, 2016 (San Diego’s East County) — You’re invited for an an evening of dance and celebration as Visionary School For The Performing Arts presents “An Evening With The Duke” on February 6th at 7 p.m. at the Visionary Performance Space (7202 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115). The performance honors the works of
VALENTINE IS SEASON OF LOVE AT OASIS CAMEL DAIRY
By Miriam Raftery February 5, 2016 (Ramona) –“Valentine’s Day will always be very special here at the dairy, as this was when our beloved Valentine was born in the snow,” writes Nancy Riegler, co-owner of Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona. The story of Valentine’s survival is remarkable. Born during a snowstorm in 2008 (a rarity for San Diego), Valentine’s
COUNTY PARKS HOSTS “SWEETHEART SELFIE CONTEST”: WIN A WEDDING AT FLINN SPRINGS
Source: County News Service February 5, 2016 (Flinn Springs) — Snap a selfie with your sweetheart at a San Diego County park for a chance to win a ceremony and reception at one of the County’s premier outdoor wedding destinations. Deadline to submit photos is Friday, February 12th. One lucky couple will receive: • Choice of Ceremony
LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT LA CASA DEL ZORRO RESORT
East County News Service February 4, 2016 (Borrego Springs)–From a romance-filled Valentine’s Day special dinner to an exceptionally beautiful wildflower season just around the corner, there are plenty of reasons to fall in love with La Casa del Zorro Resort in Borrego Springs this month. Valentine’s Special On Sunday, February 14, lovebirds are invited to The Butterfield Room
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: PARADISE IN DESCANSO
East County News Service February 5, 2016 (Descanso) — A waterfall is flowing in Descanso after the recent rains—a beautiful sight to behold. Alanna Carter sent in these photos of a mini-paradise right here in San Diego’s East County. Printer-friendly version
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IS LA MESA THE NEXT HIP NEIGHBORHOOD IN SAN DIEGO?
East County News Service February 8, 2016 (La Mesa) — La Mesa Conversations organizes informal mixers every other month, featuring short programs to catalyze the conversation among our attendees.
SANTEE MAN WILL WALK ACROSS NATION TO BENEFIT ALS PATIENTS
By Miriam Raftery February 8, 2016 (Santee) – Carol Wahl died of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease on March 1st, 2010. To honor
READERS AND WRITERS CALENDAR FEB. 11-21
February 7, 2016 (San Diego) — This month there are many exciting events for readers and writers, from author booksignings to a symposium by the sea. Scroll down for
HISTORIC TALE: JOHN HARBISON, KING OF THE BEEKEPERS
By Brigitte Garcia and Miriam Raftery February 6, 2016 (Harbison Canyon) – Here’s a sweet fact from East County’s history: pioneer beekeeper John S. Harbison was once the largest
EAST COUNTY ST. PATRICK’S HALF MARATHON AND FUN RUN MARCH 12 TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES
East County News Service February 6, 2016 (El Cajon) – Registration is now open for East County’s St. Patrick’s Day Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk, Green Mile and Tribes &
DUKE: A BALLET PERFORMANCE BY VISIONARY YOUTH BALLET FEB. 6
East County News Service February 5, 2016 (San Diego’s East County) — You’re invited for an an evening of dance and celebration as Visionary School For The Performing Arts presents
VALENTINE IS SEASON OF LOVE AT OASIS CAMEL DAIRY
By Miriam Raftery February 5, 2016 (Ramona) –“Valentine’s Day will always be very special here at the dairy, as this was when our beloved Valentine was born in the
COUNTY PARKS HOSTS “SWEETHEART SELFIE CONTEST”: WIN A WEDDING AT FLINN SPRINGS
Source: County News Service February 5, 2016 (Flinn Springs) — Snap a selfie with your sweetheart at a San Diego County park for a chance to win a
LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT LA CASA DEL ZORRO RESORT
East County News Service February 4, 2016 (Borrego Springs)–From a romance-filled Valentine’s Day special dinner to an exceptionally beautiful wildflower season just around the corner, there are plenty
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: PARADISE IN DESCANSO
East County News Service February 5, 2016 (Descanso) — A waterfall is flowing in Descanso after the recent rains—a beautiful sight to behold. Alanna Carter
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