East County Magazine
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VIEJAS CASINO & RESORT ACHIEVES PRESTIGIOUS FOUR DIAMOND STATUS
June 4, 2013 (Alpine) – Viejas Casino & Resort has been awarded the prestigious Four Diamond status from the American Automobile Association (AAA), officially designating the property as one of the nation’s premier resort destinations. Fewer than 5% of the nearly 31,000 properties approved by AAA achieve the highly-coveted Four Diamond distinction. “We are extremely proud to be acknowledged
NOW SHOWING: ANNUAL SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK AROUND THE COUNTY
June 2, 2013 (San Diego) — Back by popular demand, the 2013 Summer Movies in the Park is the largest free outdoor movie series in greater San Diego County. The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation has teamed up with cities all over the County to provide a fun night of free activities for the family. The
RUMMAGE SALE TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES
May 30, 2013 (Santee) – The Knights of Columbus of Guardian Angels Church, located at 9310 Dalehurst Rd., Santee, CA 92071, is having a large rummage sale on June 1 and 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon on Sunday. Some proceeds go to the Church pantry, which helps people in
WINGS OVER GILLESPIE AIR SHOW TO SOAR OVER EAST COUNTY JUNE 1-2
May 30, 2013 (El Cajon)—Wing walking, mock air battles and pyrotechnics are among the attractions at this year’s Wings Over Gillespie Air Show. The event will take place June 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Gillespie Field, 1960 Joe Crosson Drive in El Cajon. Tickets start at $8 for the event, which also features a
CAJON CLASSIC CRUISE NIGHTS REV UP CROWDS IN EL CAJON
By Sierra Robinson Photos by Sholeh Sisson and Miriam Raftery May 28, 2013 (El Cajon)–Every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., Downtown El Cajon Business Partners hosts a classic car show. Each week the theme changes, from last Wednesday’s “Topless Night” where all of the best convertibles could be seen on the Promenade, to this week’s Salute to
ALPINE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT PRESENTS “DESTRUCTIVE DECISIONS” MAY 30
Nationally Honored Local Hero to Speak at Community Service Event May 28, 2013 (Alpine)–The Alpine Fire Protection District will present a community event on May 30 from 6-8;30 p.m. at the Alpine Elementary School auditorium, 1850 Alpine Blvd. in Alpine. The event will feature Ennis Jackson, an award-winning speaker who has won the National Star of Life for his
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: WHAT’S MISSING?
May 27, 2013 (Ocotillo) — When Jim Pelley arose at sunrise and looked out over the desert from his home in Ocotillo, he noticed something missing. So he grabbed his camera to record the unusual sight. A Siemens wind turbine at Pattern Energy’s Ocotillo Express Wind Energy facility had hurled off a multi-ton blade onto a trail on
SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY LAUNCHES RELIEF DRIVE TO AID OKLAHOMA TORNADO SURVIVORS
May 27, 2013 (San Diego) – “Our school community was deeply saddened as we learned of the magnitude of the widespread devastation caused in the community of Moore, Oklahoma and surrounding areas. The absolute destruction has profoundly affected the lives of thousands of the residents in that area,” Chaim Heller, head of the San Diego Jewish Academy wrote in
WINE DINNER AT BISTRO SIXTY WITH FIELDS FAMILY WINES JUNE 7
May 27, 2013 (San Diego) – Fields Family Wines will be holding a Wine Dinner at Bistro Sixty, 5987 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego on June 7 at 6 p.m. The dinner includes 5 courses with pairings and costs $70 per person. The courses include: Course 1: Salad Chipotle BBQ Shrimp salad with Napa Cabbage Slaw, crumbled blue cheese, and
CELEBRATE ALPINE HISTORY DAY JUNE 1
May 27, 2013 (Alpine) – The Alpine Historical Society will host the thirteenth annual Alpine History Day on June 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Museum, 2116 Tavern Road, Alpine. Tour the two pioneer houses and Carriage House with new displays of Justin Gruelle’s paintings, the 107 year-old buggy, farming tools, equipment and more. The Ford Model
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VIEJAS CASINO & RESORT ACHIEVES PRESTIGIOUS FOUR DIAMOND STATUS
June 4, 2013 (Alpine) – Viejas Casino & Resort has been awarded the prestigious Four Diamond status from the American Automobile Association (AAA), officially designating the property as one
NOW SHOWING: ANNUAL SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK AROUND THE COUNTY
June 2, 2013 (San Diego) — Back by popular demand, the 2013 Summer Movies in the Park is the largest free outdoor movie series in greater San Diego County. The
RUMMAGE SALE TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES
May 30, 2013 (Santee) – The Knights of Columbus of Guardian Angels Church, located at 9310 Dalehurst Rd., Santee, CA 92071, is having a large rummage sale on June
WINGS OVER GILLESPIE AIR SHOW TO SOAR OVER EAST COUNTY JUNE 1-2
May 30, 2013 (El Cajon)—Wing walking, mock air battles and pyrotechnics are among the attractions at this year’s Wings Over Gillespie Air Show. The event will take place June
CAJON CLASSIC CRUISE NIGHTS REV UP CROWDS IN EL CAJON
By Sierra Robinson Photos by Sholeh Sisson and Miriam Raftery May 28, 2013 (El Cajon)–Every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., Downtown El Cajon Business Partners hosts a
ALPINE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT PRESENTS “DESTRUCTIVE DECISIONS” MAY 30
Nationally Honored Local Hero to Speak at Community Service Event May 28, 2013 (Alpine)–The Alpine Fire Protection District will present a community event on May 30 from 6-8;30 p.m.
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: WHAT’S MISSING?
May 27, 2013 (Ocotillo) — When Jim Pelley arose at sunrise and looked out over the desert from his home in Ocotillo, he noticed something missing. So he
SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY LAUNCHES RELIEF DRIVE TO AID OKLAHOMA TORNADO SURVIVORS
May 27, 2013 (San Diego) – “Our school community was deeply saddened as we learned of the magnitude of the widespread devastation caused in the community of Moore, Oklahoma
WINE DINNER AT BISTRO SIXTY WITH FIELDS FAMILY WINES JUNE 7
May 27, 2013 (San Diego) – Fields Family Wines will be holding a Wine Dinner at Bistro Sixty, 5987 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego on June 7 at 6 p.m.
CELEBRATE ALPINE HISTORY DAY JUNE 1
May 27, 2013 (Alpine) – The Alpine Historical Society will host the thirteenth annual Alpine History Day on June 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Museum, 2116
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