East County Magazine
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EL CAJON POLICE DEPT. OPENS STOREFRONT AT PARKWAY PLAZA
December 19, 2014 (El Cajon)–For the 8th consecutive year, the El Cajon Police Department Holiday Storefront returns to Parkway Plaza in El Cajon during the month of December! This unique police storefront has been a popular place to visit during a hectic day of shopping. There’s nothing to buy, but much to see and learn about holiday and year-round
SAN DIEGO POTTERY TOUR SHOWCASES CLAY CREATIONS
By Miriam Raftery December 19, 2014 (San Diego) – A delightful array of pottery by local artisans was on display during the San Diego Pottery Tour. This year’s event showcased works by more than 30 local potters at nine studios, including several in East County. Pieces ranged from primitive to sophisticated, from the practical to the whimsical. There were
CONCERT JANUARY 25 CELEBRATES RESTORED PIPE ORGAN IN LA MESA
East County News Service December 20, 2014 (La Mesa) – A 90-year-old pipe organ has been restored at La Mesa’s Central Congregational Church, which will host a concert at 3 p.m.on January 25th to celebrate completion of the restoration. The church is located at 8360 Lemon Avenue. The concert will feature classical and sacred works by Bach, Mendelssohn, Franck
MMMM! NEW YORK BAKERY IS BACK!
The New York Bakery is back! You can print this coupon and savor a fresh mini-Danish with your next cup of coffee when you stop by New York Bakery in downtown El Cajon. We thank New York Bakery for providing all the delicious desserts for our holiday party this year, too! Printer-friendly version
SANTEE COMMUNITY CHORUS IN CONCERT JAN. 18 AT MISSION TRAILS
December 20, 2014 (Santee) — The Santee Community Chorus returns to the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitors Center Auditorium on Sunday, Jan 18, 2015 at 3 p.m. The chorus is a volunteer, non-religious chorus that is open to all. For more information visit Mission Trails website at www.mtrp.org. Printer-friendly version
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: BEAUTIFUL BACKCOUNTRY
December 19, 2014 (Lake Morena) – Photographer Kurt Scherbaum shared this beautiful image taken at Lake Morena in East County. You can view more of Kurt’s work at www.thelensmanphotography.com Printer-friendly version
FBI ISSUES STATEMENT CONFIRMING NORTH KOREA LAUNCHED CYBER ATTACKS ON SONY
East County News Service December 19, 2014 (San Diego)–Sony Pictures Entertainment has cancelled its Christmas day debut of the comedy film “The Interview” at theaters nationwide following cyberattacks that released personal data of Sony employees, followed by threats from the hackers of 9-11 style attacks on theaters. The film depicted journalists recruited by the CIA to assassinate
JOIN US IN FEASTING AND MERRYMAKING WITH EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE DEC. 21!
Our holiday festival is getting better and better — feast your eyes on the latest updates! December 10, 2014 (Mt. Helix) — Joy to the world! It’s time for our annual eve of feasting and merrymaking with East County Magazine’s readers, staff, loyal volunteers, and our team of elves working hard to make this event festive and fun for
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: OPTICAL ILLUSION IN OCOTILLO
December 18, 2014 (Ocotillo) —Photographer Daren Sefcik sent in this intriguing image. He states, “On just the right day and wind conditions one could believe that the wind turbines cross the road. Of course this is not true but on a certain part of the highway it can look that way.” Printer-friendly version
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: DEC. 20-JAN 11
Photo: Winter solstice sunrise on Cowles Mountain December 18, 2014 (San Diego’s East County)–This week’s Destination East County has some wonderful events, from winter solstice walks to performances of holiday classics including the Nutcracker Ballet and Handel’s Messiah. Plus we’ll have a preview of coming attractions…from the Aztecs playing in the Poinsettia Bowl to the Trout Reopener at Santee
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EL CAJON POLICE DEPT. OPENS STOREFRONT AT PARKWAY PLAZA
December 19, 2014 (El Cajon)–For the 8th consecutive year, the El Cajon Police Department Holiday Storefront returns to Parkway Plaza in El Cajon during the month of December! This
SAN DIEGO POTTERY TOUR SHOWCASES CLAY CREATIONS
By Miriam Raftery December 19, 2014 (San Diego) – A delightful array of pottery by local artisans was on display during the San Diego Pottery Tour. This year’s event
CONCERT JANUARY 25 CELEBRATES RESTORED PIPE ORGAN IN LA MESA
East County News Service December 20, 2014 (La Mesa) – A 90-year-old pipe organ has been restored at La Mesa’s Central Congregational Church, which will host a concert at
MMMM! NEW YORK BAKERY IS BACK!
The New York Bakery is back! You can print this coupon and savor a fresh mini-Danish with your next cup of coffee when you stop by New York
SANTEE COMMUNITY CHORUS IN CONCERT JAN. 18 AT MISSION TRAILS
December 20, 2014 (Santee) — The Santee Community Chorus returns to the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitors Center Auditorium on Sunday, Jan 18, 2015 at 3 p.m. The chorus
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: BEAUTIFUL BACKCOUNTRY
December 19, 2014 (Lake Morena) – Photographer Kurt Scherbaum shared this beautiful image taken at Lake Morena in East County. You can view more of Kurt’s work at www.thelensmanphotography.com
FBI ISSUES STATEMENT CONFIRMING NORTH KOREA LAUNCHED CYBER ATTACKS ON SONY
East County News Service December 19, 2014 (San Diego)–Sony Pictures Entertainment has cancelled its Christmas day debut of the comedy film “The Interview” at theaters nationwide following
JOIN US IN FEASTING AND MERRYMAKING WITH EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE DEC. 21!
Our holiday festival is getting better and better — feast your eyes on the latest updates! December 10, 2014 (Mt. Helix) — Joy to the world! It’s time for
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: OPTICAL ILLUSION IN OCOTILLO
December 18, 2014 (Ocotillo) —Photographer Daren Sefcik sent in this intriguing image. He states, “On just the right day and wind conditions one could believe that the wind turbines
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: DEC. 20-JAN 11
Photo: Winter solstice sunrise on Cowles Mountain December 18, 2014 (San Diego’s East County)–This week’s Destination East County has some wonderful events, from winter solstice walks to performances of
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