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6TH ANNUAL ONCE IN A BLUE MOON GALA DINNER & AUCTION SEPTEMBER 29
September 8, 2012 (Lakeside) – Lakeside River Park Conservancy is holding its 6th Annual Once in a Blue Moon Gala Dinner & Auction on September 29. The event will begin with a stroll along the path at Lakeside River Park at dusk, followed by dining under the stars. The event will take you on a “San Diego River Journey” and
2012 NILE SISTERS ANNUAL BRUNCH AND AUCTION SEPTEMBER 22
September 8, 2012 (San Diego) – Nile Sisters is hosting its Annual Brunch and Auction on September 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 7715 Draper Avenue in La Jolla. A sumptuous catered buffet brunch will be served. The brunch is free but there will be opportunity drawings and auction items including: · Stay at a lavish
STANFORD RESEARCH CONFIRMS HEALTH BENEFITS DRIVING CONSUMERS TO ORGANIC
Organic foods have lower pesticide residues, lower chance for antibiotic-resistant bacteria September 8, 2012 (Washington, D.C.)—A review article published September in the Annals of Internal Medicine confirms that consuming organic foods reduces consumers’ exposure to pesticide residues and to bacteria resistant to antibiotics, the Organic Trade Association (OTA) notes. These are among the top reasons consumers cite for choosing to buy organic
HEALTHY EATING ON A TIGHT BUDGET
September 8, 2012 (Washington, D.C.) — Food is expensive, but preparing your own meals can be healthier and less expensive than eating out. Get ideas on how to eat healthy meals on a budget, including: Sample 7-Day Menu Smart Shopping for Veggies and Fruits (PDF download Adobe Reader) 10 Tips for Eating Better on a Budget (PDF download Adobe Reader) Families with limited resources may
CHASING COLORS BY KAYAK
Autumn in California’s Eastern Sierras By Mary Robinson September 5, 2012 (Sierra Nevadas) — It begins as a prayer. Zen-like in its simplicity. Your paddle glides soundlessly into the chilly mix of Sierra snow melt where the tiniest of insects alight on the water amid bursts of orange and red leaves. Just you, a lake and the mountains’ reflection. This
OKTOBERFEST KICKOFF PARTY SEPT. 12 IN LA MESA
September 6, 2012 (La Mesa)—La Mesa Chamber of Commerce invites you to join in kicking off the biggest community event in the region – 2012 Oktoberfest. The three-day Oktoberfest annually brings in over 200,000 people to La Mesa. The Chamber’s preview kick-off will be held September 12 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Continental Catering, 8238 Parkway Drive, La
STAR GAZING AT MISSION TRAILS SEPT. 14
September 7, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) – The stars shine brightly at Mission Trails Regional Park! Join members of the San Diego Astronomy Association (weather permitting) on Friday, September 14 and on the 2nd Friday of each month, from sunset to 10 p.m. Telescopes will be available for you to view the stars and planets. Meet at the Kumeyaay
MISSION TRAILS ANNOUNCES ART SHOWS
September 7, 2012 (San Diego) — The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation will present “Sumi-e Journey,” an art exhibit featuring Asian Brush paintings by Iris Lowe-Reiss and Joan Rasp. The exhibit will be on display in the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center Art Gallery from September 8 through 28, 2012. The public is cordially invited to a reception for
CHRIS BURNS OF MANY STRINGS PERFORMS MUSICAL HISTORY AT MISSION TRAILS SEPT. 8
September 6, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) — On Saturday, September 8, 2:00 p.m., join Chris Burns, of Many-Strings, at the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center’s outdoor amphitheater for an interactive musical journey through San Diego’s history! Chris Burns has over thirty years of experience teaching World, American and California history through music, dance and drama. He has led
2012 KIDS CARE FEST SEPT. 22: FREE HEALTH CARE SCREENINGS FOR 1,000 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 12 IN LA MESA
September 1, 2012 (La Mesa)–The Grossmont Healthcare District and the City of La Mesa have jointly announced that Saturday, Sept. 22 will be the date for the 2012 Kids Care Fest, a free, family-oriented event featuring free health care screenings at Briercrest Park, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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6TH ANNUAL ONCE IN A BLUE MOON GALA DINNER & AUCTION SEPTEMBER 29
September 8, 2012 (Lakeside) – Lakeside River Park Conservancy is holding its 6th Annual Once in a Blue Moon Gala Dinner & Auction on September 29. The event will begin
2012 NILE SISTERS ANNUAL BRUNCH AND AUCTION SEPTEMBER 22
September 8, 2012 (San Diego) – Nile Sisters is hosting its Annual Brunch and Auction on September 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 7715 Draper Avenue in
STANFORD RESEARCH CONFIRMS HEALTH BENEFITS DRIVING CONSUMERS TO ORGANIC
Organic foods have lower pesticide residues, lower chance for antibiotic-resistant bacteria September 8, 2012 (Washington, D.C.)—A review article published September in the Annals of Internal Medicine confirms that consuming organic foods reduces
HEALTHY EATING ON A TIGHT BUDGET
September 8, 2012 (Washington, D.C.) — Food is expensive, but preparing your own meals can be healthier and less expensive than eating out. Get ideas on how to eat healthy meals
CHASING COLORS BY KAYAK
Autumn in California’s Eastern Sierras By Mary Robinson September 5, 2012 (Sierra Nevadas) — It begins as a prayer. Zen-like in its simplicity. Your paddle glides soundlessly into the chilly
OKTOBERFEST KICKOFF PARTY SEPT. 12 IN LA MESA
September 6, 2012 (La Mesa)—La Mesa Chamber of Commerce invites you to join in kicking off the biggest community event in the region – 2012 Oktoberfest. The three-day Oktoberfest annually
STAR GAZING AT MISSION TRAILS SEPT. 14
September 7, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) – The stars shine brightly at Mission Trails Regional Park! Join members of the San Diego Astronomy Association (weather permitting) on Friday, September
MISSION TRAILS ANNOUNCES ART SHOWS
September 7, 2012 (San Diego) — The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation will present “Sumi-e Journey,” an art exhibit featuring Asian Brush paintings by Iris Lowe-Reiss and Joan Rasp. The
CHRIS BURNS OF MANY STRINGS PERFORMS MUSICAL HISTORY AT MISSION TRAILS SEPT. 8
September 6, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) — On Saturday, September 8, 2:00 p.m., join Chris Burns, of Many-Strings, at the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center’s outdoor amphitheater for
2012 KIDS CARE FEST SEPT. 22: FREE HEALTH CARE SCREENINGS FOR 1,000 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 12 IN LA MESA
September 1, 2012 (La Mesa)–The Grossmont Healthcare District and the City of La Mesa have jointly announced that Saturday, Sept. 22 will be the date for the 2012 Kids
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