East County Magazine
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LUCK O’ THE IRISH: HOOLEYS NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL IRISH PUB
By Miriam Raftery March 17, 2014 (Rancho San Diego) – “To think that a little pub in Rancho Santa Fe could win this—it’s fabulous!” exclaims Craig MacDonald, owner of Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill in Rancho San Diego, hoisting a pint to celebrate his establishing being named best international Irish pub in the world. We caught up with MacDonald
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: “STREAMING” PHOTOS FROM CIBBETS FLAT
By Miriam Raftery; photos by Tom Lemon March 16, 2014 (Cibbets Flat) – Tom Lemon sent in these these idyllic photos with a subject line, “East County has a stream!” These images were taken at Cibbets Flat in the Kitchen Creek area. Lemon writes, “I drove to a favorite place this morning hoping the two or three days of
BENEFIT CONCERT MARCH 15 FOR BELLA NOBLE’S FAMILY
March 15, 2014 (El Cajon )—A benefit concert will be held today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in El Cajon to help the family of Bella Noble cover the costs of Life Flight, hospitalization and funeral services. Bella, 5, died after a tragic vehicle accident on October 17, 2013. The public is invited to join Eve Selis, Caliber, Lightning
ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER UNVEILS NEW VINEYARD
Sophie’s Vineyard will celebrate a special sneak-peek planting party on April 5 March 11, 2014 (El Cajon)– St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, the East County vocational day program for more than 400 adults with developmental disabilities, has announced the grand opening of Sophie’s Vineyard. As part of its expanding garden, the Center will install 290 vines in a unique double
IRISH MUSIC AND MORE AT HOOLEYFEST
March 13, 2014 (La Mesa)- Hooley’s Irish Pub in La Mesa will be hosting its annual Sant Patrick’s Day Hooley Fest on Monday, March 17. The festivities take place under tents in the parking lot at Grossmont Center outside the restaurant, starting at 5 p.m. This year’s entertainment includes Tony Cummins, Times nominee for the Irish Music Awards, the
“RUN EAST COUNTY” AND ST. PATRICK’S DAY BEER & WINE FESTIVAL MARCH 17 IN EL CAJON
By Miriam Raftery The second annual “Run East County” 5K Marathon will be held on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2014. You can walk or run three options of courses: a certified half marathon, the Main Street 5 K, or the Green Mile suited for children or adults with developmental disabilities. Participants compete for prizes including cash prizes for
SAVOR A TASTE OF THE OLD WEST AT PINNACLE PEAK IN SANTEE–AND SOON, LAKESIDE
By Miriam Raftery March 5, 2014 (Santee) – With its mesquite-grilled steaks and walls lined with neckties snipped from good-spirited patrons, Pinnacle Peak has long been a favorite dining spot in East County. Many of our readers savored prime rib from Pinnacle Peak at our holiday party and next up, will be enjoying a special
VOTE ON-LINE TO HELP WIN A TECHNOLOGY MAKEOVER FOR THE MISSION TRAILS RANGERS
March 11, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) – Through March 17, you can vote once every 24 hours to help the MTRP Foundation win up to $15,000 for a “Technology Makeover” for the 8 Rangers at MTRP. The MRC Company “Smart Technology Solutions” is the largest technology and services company in the San Diego area specializing in workflow solutions
LEMON GROVE RESIDENTS HONORED
By Helen Ofield Photos by Audrey Hamm March 10, 2014 (Lemon Grove)–On Mar. 6, the 50th anniversary of its annual conference on regional history, the Congress of History of San Diego and Imperial Counties (www.congressofhistory.org) gave important awards to five present and former Lemon Grove residents for enriching and advancing the history of the region. The Congress’s vice president Louise
BAYOU BROTHERS BRING ZYDECO, R&B AND BLUES MUSIC TO SANTEE WED. MARCH 12 AT MARDI GRAS
By Miriam Raftery March 10, 2014 (Santee)—“The musicianship is top notch and the music is infectious. I’m loving every minute of it!” says bass player Danny Perez of Santee, the newest member of the popular Bayou Brothers band. The Bayou Brothers will bring their rollicking, foot-stomping, musical gumbo style to Santee’s Pinnacle Peak restaurant on Wednesday, March 12
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LUCK O’ THE IRISH: HOOLEYS NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL IRISH PUB
By Miriam Raftery March 17, 2014 (Rancho San Diego) – “To think that a little pub in Rancho Santa Fe could win this—it’s fabulous!” exclaims Craig MacDonald, owner of
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: “STREAMING” PHOTOS FROM CIBBETS FLAT
By Miriam Raftery; photos by Tom Lemon March 16, 2014 (Cibbets Flat) – Tom Lemon sent in these these idyllic photos with a subject line, “East County has a
BENEFIT CONCERT MARCH 15 FOR BELLA NOBLE’S FAMILY
March 15, 2014 (El Cajon )—A benefit concert will be held today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in El Cajon to help the family of Bella Noble cover the
ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER UNVEILS NEW VINEYARD
Sophie’s Vineyard will celebrate a special sneak-peek planting party on April 5 March 11, 2014 (El Cajon)– St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, the East County vocational day program for more
IRISH MUSIC AND MORE AT HOOLEYFEST
March 13, 2014 (La Mesa)- Hooley’s Irish Pub in La Mesa will be hosting its annual Sant Patrick’s Day Hooley Fest on Monday, March 17. The festivities take place
“RUN EAST COUNTY” AND ST. PATRICK’S DAY BEER & WINE FESTIVAL MARCH 17 IN EL CAJON
By Miriam Raftery The second annual “Run East County” 5K Marathon will be held on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2014. You can walk or run three options of
SAVOR A TASTE OF THE OLD WEST AT PINNACLE PEAK IN SANTEE–AND SOON, LAKESIDE
By Miriam Raftery March 5, 2014 (Santee) – With its mesquite-grilled steaks and walls lined with neckties snipped from good-spirited patrons, Pinnacle Peak has long
VOTE ON-LINE TO HELP WIN A TECHNOLOGY MAKEOVER FOR THE MISSION TRAILS RANGERS
March 11, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) – Through March 17, you can vote once every 24 hours to help the MTRP Foundation win up to $15,000 for a
LEMON GROVE RESIDENTS HONORED
By Helen Ofield Photos by Audrey Hamm March 10, 2014 (Lemon Grove)–On Mar. 6, the 50th anniversary of its annual conference on regional history, the Congress of History of San
BAYOU BROTHERS BRING ZYDECO, R&B AND BLUES MUSIC TO SANTEE WED. MARCH 12 AT MARDI GRAS
By Miriam Raftery March 10, 2014 (Santee)—“The musicianship is top notch and the music is infectious. I’m loving every minute of it!” says bass player Danny Perez of
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