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ALPINE COMMUNITY CENTER CONCERTS IN THE PARK ARE BACK
June 23, 2012 (Alpine) – The Alpine Community Center Summer Concerts in the Park begin on July 1 with the Marine Corps Band. The free concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. at Alpine Community Center Park, 1830 Alpine Blvd., Alpine. Food is available at the concerts. The rest of the lineup includes: July 8 – Swamp Critters July 22 – Pine
WEDNESDAY IS MOVIE NIGHT AT VIEJAS THROUGH AUGUST 29
June 23, 2012 (Alpine) – Viejas Outlets is hosting free movies in the Show Court every Wednesday through August 29. The movies begin at 8:00 p.m. It is recommended to arrive early and bring a blanket. The movie lineup follows: June 27 – Kung Fu Panda July 11 – Spy Kids 4 July 18 – Footloose July 25 – Puss
SAVOR A “TASTE OF LITTLE SAIGON” JUNE 23
June 21, 2012 (San Diego)–The Taste of Little Saigon was created to showcase the many businesses in the newly established Little Saigon District, specifically the wide array of restaurants offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine. This event, held Saturday June 23 from 1-5 p.m. on El Cajon Boulevard will also include performances from local singers and live painting by San
RAMONA VALLEY WINE REGION MAGAZINE GIVES LOCAL WINE AFICIONADOS PLENTY TO SAVOR
By Serena Scaglione June 20, 2012 (Ramona)—There are more than 60 wineries and vineyards (and counting!) within the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association. What better way to showcase Ramona—which was designated as an American Viticulture Area in 2006—as an up and coming wine region than through a new magazine designed to educate readers about award-winning wines and the people behind the
AN OPENING RECEPTION FOR “NOWHERE” AT BIZ CENTER ART ON JUNE 23
June 21, 2012 (La Mesa) – Biz Center Art, the gallery in residence at the La Mesa Biz Center, 7317 El Cajon Blvd., La Mesa, is holding an opening reception for Nowhere on June 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The reception will feature the artists and their art. “Nowhere” is a small image show featuring works of art
WHAT’S NEW AT CELEBRITY-CHEF BRIAN MALARKY’S GINGHAM RESTAURANT
June 21, 2012 (La Mesa) — Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey is serving up some summer specials Gingham restaurant in La Mesa. Dubbed the first “urban cowboy diner”, Gingham features weekly themed events and specials, fun for couples, friends and families including movies and dining deals. Also, in conjunction with the La Mesa Car Show, Gingham will be offering some to-go
2012 HEALTH FAIR IN HONOR OF WORLD REFUGEE DAY: SATURDAY IN CITY HEIGHTS
June 21, 2012 (City Heights – Somali Family Service of San Diego, in partnership with the East African Collaborative, will host its fourth annual Health Fair in Honor of World Refugee Day on June 23 from 1- 6 p.m. at the City Heights Community Park, south of the City Heights Weingart Branch Library at 3795 Fairmount Ave., San Diego.
ECPAC FOUNDATION TO SUBMIT PLAN TODAY TO SAVE EAST COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (ECPAC)
Public urged to attend and support call to save the theater; plan will reopen venue before City’s Centennial celebration this fall and calls for phased renovation June 21, 2012 (El Cajon) – After objecting to a proposal by the City of El Cajon to demolish East County Performing Arts Center (ECPAC) and build a hotel on the site, community
JETS’ TIM TEBOW DELIVERS WINNING MESSAGE: FINISH STRONG
By Rebecca J. Williamson June 20, 2012 (San Diego) — East County’s Shadow Mountain Community Church hosted Tim Tebow New York Jet’s backup quarterback, to speak at a Fathers’ Day service held last weekend at Qualcomm Stadium. ESPN, NFL TV and other media were in attendance. So were fans Jose Luis Duenas and his wife, Carmalina, who
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: HORNED DESERT LIZARD
June 20, 2012 (Ocotillo) — Photographer Jim Pelley snapped this image of a horned desert lizard, whose camouflaged appearance blends right in with its desert surroundings. Pelley spotted the reclusive reptile on the site of the Ocotillo Express wind energy facility, which is now under construction. Printer-friendly version
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ALPINE COMMUNITY CENTER CONCERTS IN THE PARK ARE BACK
June 23, 2012 (Alpine) – The Alpine Community Center Summer Concerts in the Park begin on July 1 with the Marine Corps Band. The free concerts begin at 6:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY IS MOVIE NIGHT AT VIEJAS THROUGH AUGUST 29
June 23, 2012 (Alpine) – Viejas Outlets is hosting free movies in the Show Court every Wednesday through August 29. The movies begin at 8:00 p.m. It is recommended to
SAVOR A “TASTE OF LITTLE SAIGON” JUNE 23
June 21, 2012 (San Diego)–The Taste of Little Saigon was created to showcase the many businesses in the newly established Little Saigon District, specifically the wide array of restaurants
RAMONA VALLEY WINE REGION MAGAZINE GIVES LOCAL WINE AFICIONADOS PLENTY TO SAVOR
By Serena Scaglione June 20, 2012 (Ramona)—There are more than 60 wineries and vineyards (and counting!) within the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association. What better way to showcase Ramona—which was designated
AN OPENING RECEPTION FOR “NOWHERE” AT BIZ CENTER ART ON JUNE 23
June 21, 2012 (La Mesa) – Biz Center Art, the gallery in residence at the La Mesa Biz Center, 7317 El Cajon Blvd., La Mesa, is holding an opening reception
WHAT’S NEW AT CELEBRITY-CHEF BRIAN MALARKY’S GINGHAM RESTAURANT
June 21, 2012 (La Mesa) — Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey is serving up some summer specials Gingham restaurant in La Mesa. Dubbed the first “urban cowboy diner”, Gingham features weekly
2012 HEALTH FAIR IN HONOR OF WORLD REFUGEE DAY: SATURDAY IN CITY HEIGHTS
June 21, 2012 (City Heights – Somali Family Service of San Diego, in partnership with the East African Collaborative, will host its fourth annual Health Fair in Honor of
ECPAC FOUNDATION TO SUBMIT PLAN TODAY TO SAVE EAST COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (ECPAC)
Public urged to attend and support call to save the theater; plan will reopen venue before City’s Centennial celebration this fall and calls for phased renovation June 21, 2012
JETS’ TIM TEBOW DELIVERS WINNING MESSAGE: FINISH STRONG
By Rebecca J. Williamson June 20, 2012 (San Diego) — East County’s Shadow Mountain Community Church hosted Tim Tebow New York Jet’s backup quarterback, to speak at a
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: HORNED DESERT LIZARD
June 20, 2012 (Ocotillo) — Photographer Jim Pelley snapped this image of a horned desert lizard, whose camouflaged appearance blends right in with its desert surroundings. Pelley spotted the
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