East County Magazine
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EL CAJON HEARS VIEWS ON ECPAC PARTNERSHIP WITH ROCK CHURCH
Council also adopts fees for second-hand shops By Janis Russell September 10, 2014 (El Cajon)- At yesterday’s El Cajon City Council meeting, many people expressed their views once again on the city’s proposed long-term lease of East County Performing Arts Center to Rock Church—with the majority present opposed to the deal. During public comment, Bonnie Price, a resident of
ALPINE KIWANIS HOLD CAR SHOW & CHILI COOK-OFF SEPT. 20
September 11, 2014 (Alpine) – Hot cars and spicy chili are all part of the Alpine Kiwanis 2-14 annual car show and chili cook-off event, which also features a pancake breakfast. The festivities take place on Saturday, September 20. Breakfast is served from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., followed by a chili cook-off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
BEST HAPPY HOURS IN EAST COUNTY
Part II in a series By the East County Eaters Week 2: Alpine Beer Company Pub (Alpine) and Vine Cottage (La Mesa) September 11, 2014 (San Diego’s East County)–Last week, we opened our Best Happy Hours in East County series by focusing on some premier locations for cocktails. This week, our eager team of eaters and drinkers hit
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION SEPT. 20 IN LEMON GROVE
September 9, 2014 (Lemon Grove)–The Lemon Grove Historical Society and the Lemon Grove Oral History Project will celebrate local Hispanic heritage on Sept. 20 from 1 – 4 p.m. in the Rosemary Putnam Community Room of the Lemon Grove Library, 3001 School Lane. The festive event will feature music, food, photo display, a short history video on the 1931
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: IT’S GRAPE STOMPING SEASON!
September 9, 2014 (Ramona) – Kristin Kjaero shot these photos of fun-loving folks jumping in feet first to enjoy harvest season at Hacienda de las Rosas Winery in East County. Grape stomps have become annual fall traditions at many of our local wineries, though health regulations in California prohibit consumption of wine from grapes crushed underfoot, so nowadays it’s
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY
September 10, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) – This week’s Destination East County has some wild events—from the “We Like it Wild” benefit for Project Wildlife to a wildlife tracking event, a storytelling session, and an effort to break a world record with a spectacular fireworks display. Plus we’ll have previews of future attractions, from a free kids care
JULIAN BACKCOUNTRY QUILT TRAIL TO COMMENCE SEPT. 25TH
September 9, 2014 (Julian)–Quilt trails highlight the unique culture of communities, display historical art forms and encourage tourism. Over 130 quilt trails exist across the U.S.—and soon, the Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail will become the first in Southern California. A quilt trail is a driving route along which property owners have installed wooden quilt blocks. The Julian Woman’s Club
ASYLUM BILL INTRODUCED FOR IRAQI RELIGIOUS MINORITIES
By Miriam Raftery “We are confident that with the continued support of the citizens of San Diego, we will not only be able to give a hope to the hopeless, but a state to the stateless.” — MarkArabo September 9, 2014 (San Diego) – Congressman Juan Vargas is introducing a new bill that would grant asylum for religious minorities displaced
BORREGO DAYS FESTIVAL OCT. 24 – 26 FEATURES STARDANCE THEME
September 8, 2014 (Borrego Springs) – The 49th annual Borrego Days Desert Festival will take place October 24-26. Admission is free to this one-of-a-kind event, which welcomes snowbirds to the desert warmth at the start of the fall season. Activities include a parade complete with floats, bands, dancers and equestrians; flyover, live entertainment on the Main Stage, and a
2014 KIDS CARE FEST SEPT. 20 IN LA MESA: FREE HEALTH CARE SCREENINGS FOR 1,000 CHILDREN
September 9, 2014 (La Mesa)–The date has been announced for the 2014 Kids Care Fest, a free, family-oriented event open to the public featuring free health care screenings. This year’s Kids Care Fest will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 at Briercrest Park, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa. The event runs from 9 a.m.
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EL CAJON HEARS VIEWS ON ECPAC PARTNERSHIP WITH ROCK CHURCH
Council also adopts fees for second-hand shops By Janis Russell September 10, 2014 (El Cajon)- At yesterday’s El Cajon City Council meeting, many people expressed their views once again
ALPINE KIWANIS HOLD CAR SHOW & CHILI COOK-OFF SEPT. 20
September 11, 2014 (Alpine) – Hot cars and spicy chili are all part of the Alpine Kiwanis 2-14 annual car show and chili cook-off event, which also features a
BEST HAPPY HOURS IN EAST COUNTY
Part II in a series By the East County Eaters Week 2: Alpine Beer Company Pub (Alpine) and Vine Cottage (La Mesa) September 11, 2014 (San Diego’s East
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION SEPT. 20 IN LEMON GROVE
September 9, 2014 (Lemon Grove)–The Lemon Grove Historical Society and the Lemon Grove Oral History Project will celebrate local Hispanic heritage on Sept. 20 from 1 – 4 p.m.
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: IT’S GRAPE STOMPING SEASON!
September 9, 2014 (Ramona) – Kristin Kjaero shot these photos of fun-loving folks jumping in feet first to enjoy harvest season at Hacienda de las Rosas Winery in East
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY
September 10, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) – This week’s Destination East County has some wild events—from the “We Like it Wild” benefit for Project Wildlife to a wildlife
JULIAN BACKCOUNTRY QUILT TRAIL TO COMMENCE SEPT. 25TH
September 9, 2014 (Julian)–Quilt trails highlight the unique culture of communities, display historical art forms and encourage tourism. Over 130 quilt trails exist across the U.S.—and soon, the Julian
ASYLUM BILL INTRODUCED FOR IRAQI RELIGIOUS MINORITIES
By Miriam Raftery “We are confident that with the continued support of the citizens of San Diego, we will not only be able to give a hope to the hopeless,
BORREGO DAYS FESTIVAL OCT. 24 – 26 FEATURES STARDANCE THEME
September 8, 2014 (Borrego Springs) – The 49th annual Borrego Days Desert Festival will take place October 24-26. Admission is free to this one-of-a-kind event, which welcomes snowbirds to
2014 KIDS CARE FEST SEPT. 20 IN LA MESA: FREE HEALTH CARE SCREENINGS FOR 1,000 CHILDREN
September 9, 2014 (La Mesa)–The date has been announced for the 2014 Kids Care Fest, a free, family-oriented event open to the public featuring
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
Our Guide to Live Entertainment venues