East County Magazine
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BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS CAPS FESTIVALS OF THE BELLS AT SAN DIEGO MISSION
July 15, 2012 (San Diego) – The 40th annual Festival of the Bells continues today, with the annual Blessing of the Animals at 3 p.m. The Festival celebrates the anniversary on which Mission San Diego de Alcala, the first of San Diego’s 21 missions, was founded by Father Junipero Serra in 1769. The Mission is located at 10818
KENSINGTON COMMUNITY CHURCH TO HOST ‘THE SHOWER OF STOLES’ JULY 22
Open House Highlights the Role of LGBT People of Faith July 14, 2012 (San Diego) — To draw attention to the role of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people of faith around the country, Kensington Community Church in San Diego will host an exhibit of liturgical stoles called “The Shower of Stoles” at a community-wide open house on
GAME3R-CON OFFERS MORE TO COMIC-CON ATTENDEES
By Nadin Abbott Photos by Tom Abbott and Nadin Abbott July 13, 2012 (San Diego)–If you are going to attend Comic-Con this year, you should know there are many side events outside the Convention Center. One of them is Gam3r-Con, located on the 10th Ave Theater, which is on 930th, Ten Avenue. So what is different or interesting about
POWAY LIBRARY HOSTS WOODY GUTHRIE’S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION JULY 14
July 13, 2012 (Poway)–Woody Guthrie lived through the most significant events of the twentieth century, forging his talents as a prolific writer who, through his songs, prose and poetry, told the story of everyman. San Diego County Library joins people around the world in celebrating Guthrie’s life and influence. Woody Guthrie’s 100th Birthday Celebration will be held at the
DESCANSO DAYS: PARADE AND FAIR JULY 14
July 12, 2012 (Descanso) – Help fund preservation of Descanso’s historic town hall, built in 1899, by joining in this vintage Americana celebration in East County. Descanso Days fun begins with the “Proud to be an American” parade on Saturday, July 14 at 10 a.m. The parade route starts at Viejas Grade Road in Descanso and ends at the town’s
ART IN THE PARK: MISSION TRAILS JULY 14
July 12, 2012 (Mission Trails) — The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation and the California Art Club will present Treasures of the Mission Trails Regional Park Art Exhibit and Benefit on July 14 from 6-8:30 p.m. Renowned Native American Flute Player Tim Romero will be performing and George Cowles, East County resident circa 1873-1883, will return in character. The event
FREE FRANK SINATRA TRIBUTE AT VIEJAS JULY 13
July 12, 2012 (Alpine)—Old blue eyes is back—at least in spirit. Frank Sinatra impersonator Monty Aidem will perform a free tribute concert on Friday, July 13 from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight in the V Lounge at Viejas Casino. Aidem has performed at top casinos in Las Vegas and other major venues. View clips of Aidem’s past performances at
CONFERENCE CELEBRATES WORLD INNOVATION OCT. 11-21
July 12, 2012 (Tijuana) — The world’s leading innovators will gather this October at an international conference on San Diego’s doorstep. Nobel laureates Rajendra K. Pachauri, the United Nations’ point man on climate change, and Ada Yonath, winner of the Chemistry Prize, will join global thought leaders, technology entrepreneurs and pioneering philanthropists at the event, called Tijuana Innovadora 2012.
A NEW PATH (PARENTS FOR ADDICTION TREATMENT & HEALING) RECEIVES A MISSION SUPPORT GRANT FROM ALLIANCE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
July 12, 2012 (San Diego) -– A New PATH, a non-profit organization that works to reduce the stigma associated with addictive illness, has received a grant from the Alliance Healthcare Foundation for $63,158 for core support of their mission and projects. Through education and advocacy, PATH promotes therapeutic rather than punitive drug policies. “One in four families is dealing
TAYLOR GUITARS AND WESTFIELD CENTERS ANNOUNCE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES JULY 12 – AUGUST 23
Free acoustic performances to showcase local talent July 11, 2012 (San Diego) — This summer, Taylor Guitars and Westfield Centers are bringing live, acoustic music to shopping malls around San Diego County. Beginning July 12, visitors to Westfield Horton Plaza and Westfield North County will be treated to free performances by local Taylor Guitars artists, including Americana
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BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS CAPS FESTIVALS OF THE BELLS AT SAN DIEGO MISSION
July 15, 2012 (San Diego) – The 40th annual Festival of the Bells continues today, with the annual Blessing of the Animals at 3 p.m. The Festival celebrates the
KENSINGTON COMMUNITY CHURCH TO HOST ‘THE SHOWER OF STOLES’ JULY 22
Open House Highlights the Role of LGBT People of Faith July 14, 2012 (San Diego) — To draw attention to the role of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT)
GAME3R-CON OFFERS MORE TO COMIC-CON ATTENDEES
By Nadin Abbott Photos by Tom Abbott and Nadin Abbott July 13, 2012 (San Diego)–If you are going to attend Comic-Con this year, you should know there are many
POWAY LIBRARY HOSTS WOODY GUTHRIE’S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION JULY 14
July 13, 2012 (Poway)–Woody Guthrie lived through the most significant events of the twentieth century, forging his talents as a prolific writer who, through his songs, prose and poetry,
DESCANSO DAYS: PARADE AND FAIR JULY 14
July 12, 2012 (Descanso) – Help fund preservation of Descanso’s historic town hall, built in 1899, by joining in this vintage Americana celebration in East County. Descanso Days fun begins
ART IN THE PARK: MISSION TRAILS JULY 14
July 12, 2012 (Mission Trails) — The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation and the California Art Club will present Treasures of the Mission Trails Regional Park Art Exhibit and Benefit
FREE FRANK SINATRA TRIBUTE AT VIEJAS JULY 13
July 12, 2012 (Alpine)—Old blue eyes is back—at least in spirit. Frank Sinatra impersonator Monty Aidem will perform a free tribute concert on Friday, July 13 from 8 p.m.
CONFERENCE CELEBRATES WORLD INNOVATION OCT. 11-21
July 12, 2012 (Tijuana) — The world’s leading innovators will gather this October at an international conference on San Diego’s doorstep. Nobel laureates Rajendra K. Pachauri, the United Nations’
A NEW PATH (PARENTS FOR ADDICTION TREATMENT & HEALING) RECEIVES A MISSION SUPPORT GRANT FROM ALLIANCE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
July 12, 2012 (San Diego) -– A New PATH, a non-profit organization that works to reduce the stigma associated with addictive illness, has received a grant from the Alliance Healthcare
TAYLOR GUITARS AND WESTFIELD CENTERS ANNOUNCE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES JULY 12 – AUGUST 23
Free acoustic performances to showcase local talent July 11, 2012 (San Diego) — This summer, Taylor Guitars and Westfield Centers are bringing live, acoustic music to shopping malls
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