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EASTER BUNNY JOINS MARDI GRAS PARADE TO BENEFIT ALPINE SCHOOLS MARCH 10
March 6, 2013 (Alpine) – The Alpine Education Foundation will present a Mardi Gras parade on March 10 from 1-4 p.m. at the Alpine Creek Town Center shopping center. The parade will feature floats and the Easter Bunny. Admission is free to the event, which also features a craft fair, face painting, food booths from local restaurants, West
‘THE ODYSSEY’ AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE MARCH 14-23
March 7, 2013 (La Mesa)–Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey, still stands as one of the most fantastical stories of all time. Odysseus, returning home from the battle of Troy, is waylaid by romance, Cyclopes, shipwreck, seduction, and supernatural forces. This modern adaptation of the timeless tale, vivid in imagery and rich in imagination, brings Odysseus’ twists and turns
COUNTY ANNOUNCES MARCH EVENTS IN EAST COUNTY PARKS
March 6, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) – The County of San Diego is hosting a variety of unique events at parks countywide, include several East County and inland area locations: Agua Caliente Regional Park in the Anza Borrego Desert, Lake Morena, Lakeside Community Center, Spring Valley Community Center, Sweetwater Summit Regional Park and Campground in Bonita, Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch
WINEMAKER DINNER AT TERRA AMERICAN BISTRO MARCH 11
March 4, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) – Talented farm-to-table chef Jeff Rossman of Terra American Bistro (7091 El Cajon Blvd.) will host a sumptuous San Pasqual Winemaker Dinner Monday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the restaurant. The five-course feast will be skillfully paired with sips by winemaker Linda McWilliams of San Pasqual Winery. The event costs $50 person
HOMES FOR OUR TROOPS SEEKS COMMUNITY HELP BUILDING HOMES FOR TWO DOUBLE AMPUTEE VETERANS IN EL CAJON
“We’re here for two of our American heroes.” — Supervisor Dianne Jacob By Miriam Raftery March 4, 2013 (El Cajon ) – Army Sergeant Odin Ayala and Marine Corporal Travis Greene each lost both legs serving in combat. But they were all smiles on February 23 at the groundbreakings of their new , specially adapted homes in El Cajon–
DINE WITH YOUR DOG AT CHEF MICHAEL’S® FOOD TRUCK FOR DOGS MARCH 14 IN POWAY
March 9, 2013 (Poway)–In today’s 24-7 world, it’s easier than ever to take your dog for granted. Chances are quality bonding time is now a simple bowl of food in the morning, a short walk around the block, and maybe, if they’re lucky, a quick scratch of the belly. “Where’s the love? Where’s the togetherness? It’s time to recreate the magic and make a dinner
TWO PERSPECTIVES FROM TWO GENERATIONS: ARTIST RECEPTION MARCH 10 AT MISSION TRAILS
Reflective Frog by Nancy Everds Two Perspectives From Two Generations Art Exhibit March 9-April 5 March 5, 2013 (San Diego’s East County)–The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation (MTRP) will present an exhibition featuring two award-winning photographers, Joan Everds and Nancy Everds. This exhibit will be on display in the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center Art Gallery March
FIREFIGHTERS HOLD “BOOT DRIVE” MARCH 13 TO HELP BURN VICTIMS
March 4, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) — Hundreds of firefighters across the County will take to the streets on March 12 for the annual “Fill the Boot for the Burn Institute” effort. Firefights will collect cash donations at major intersections during morning and afternoon commutes. The effort is organized by the San Diego-Imperial County fire Fighters Advisory Council,
WIZARD OF OZ ONSTAGE MARCH 8-10 AND MARCH 15-17 AT THE ENCORE! THEATRE
March 4, 2013 (Spring Valley) – Click your ruby slilppers and make a wish: Young Actors Theatre will present the Wizard of Oz on March 8-10 and March 15-17 at the Encore! Theater, 9620 Campo Road in Spring Valley. This childhood musical classic tells the tale of Dorothy, a Kansas farm girl who dreams of what lies over the
HELIX HIGH SCHOOL DANCE PROGRAM & VISIONARY DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS IN FIVE WORDS OR LESS MARCH 8, 9
“And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music” March 6, 2013 (La Mesa)–professional company members from Visionary Dance Theatre, under the direction of Spencer John Powell, will be presenting original works set on students from the Helix High School Dance Program. This is the first of many full
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EASTER BUNNY JOINS MARDI GRAS PARADE TO BENEFIT ALPINE SCHOOLS MARCH 10
March 6, 2013 (Alpine) – The Alpine Education Foundation will present a Mardi Gras parade on March 10 from 1-4 p.m. at the Alpine Creek Town Center shopping
‘THE ODYSSEY’ AT GROSSMONT COLLEGE MARCH 14-23
March 7, 2013 (La Mesa)–Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey, still stands as one of the most fantastical stories of all time. Odysseus, returning home from the battle of Troy,
COUNTY ANNOUNCES MARCH EVENTS IN EAST COUNTY PARKS
March 6, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) – The County of San Diego is hosting a variety of unique events at parks countywide, include several East County and inland area
WINEMAKER DINNER AT TERRA AMERICAN BISTRO MARCH 11
March 4, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) – Talented farm-to-table chef Jeff Rossman of Terra American Bistro (7091 El Cajon Blvd.) will host a sumptuous San Pasqual Winemaker Dinner Monday,
HOMES FOR OUR TROOPS SEEKS COMMUNITY HELP BUILDING HOMES FOR TWO DOUBLE AMPUTEE VETERANS IN EL CAJON
“We’re here for two of our American heroes.” — Supervisor Dianne Jacob By Miriam Raftery March 4, 2013 (El Cajon ) – Army Sergeant Odin Ayala and Marine Corporal
DINE WITH YOUR DOG AT CHEF MICHAEL’S® FOOD TRUCK FOR DOGS MARCH 14 IN POWAY
March 9, 2013 (Poway)–In today’s 24-7 world, it’s easier than ever to take your dog for granted. Chances are quality bonding time is now a simple bowl of food in the morning, a
TWO PERSPECTIVES FROM TWO GENERATIONS: ARTIST RECEPTION MARCH 10 AT MISSION TRAILS
Reflective Frog by Nancy Everds Two Perspectives From Two Generations Art Exhibit March 9-April 5 March 5, 2013 (San Diego’s East County)–The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation (MTRP)
FIREFIGHTERS HOLD “BOOT DRIVE” MARCH 13 TO HELP BURN VICTIMS
March 4, 2013 (San Diego’s East County) — Hundreds of firefighters across the County will take to the streets on March 12 for the annual “Fill the Boot for
WIZARD OF OZ ONSTAGE MARCH 8-10 AND MARCH 15-17 AT THE ENCORE! THEATRE
March 4, 2013 (Spring Valley) – Click your ruby slilppers and make a wish: Young Actors Theatre will present the Wizard of Oz on March 8-10 and March 15-17
HELIX HIGH SCHOOL DANCE PROGRAM & VISIONARY DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS IN FIVE WORDS OR LESS MARCH 8, 9
“And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music” March 6, 2013 (La Mesa)–professional company members from Visionary Dance
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