East County Magazine
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: SUPER MOON CLOSE-UP
May 10, 2012 (East County) — If you thought the moon looked larger than usual Saturday night, you’re right! The “super moon” occurs once a year, when the moon’s orbit past brings it closest to the Earth. Bill Ortiz took this photo of the “super moon” shining brightly over East County. Printer-friendly version
“…A LOT OF SINGIN’ TO DO” – PACIFIC MEN’S CHORALE IN CONCERT MAY 18 IN LA MESA
“There’s music to play,(You know it, you know it!) Places to go, people to see! Everything (Yeah!) For you and me! . . . “Got a lot of livin’ to do!” (from Bye, Bye Birdie) May 10, 2012 (La Mesa) — Make that “a lot of singin’ to do” and you have the celebrated songsters of the Pacific Men’s Chorale in concert at
WILD IN THE COUNTRY: MAY 12 AT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS
By Miriam Raftery May 9, 2012 (Alpine) — Looking for a wild time this weekend? Lions Tigers & Bears, San Diego’s only exotic animal rescue facility, will be holding its annual fundraiser May 12 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. with a VIP reception from 1:00 to 2 p.m. Festivities include silent and live auctions, ranch animal encounters, , food,
JACUMBA’S FIRST “BLUES FEST” OFFERS FREE FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN MAY 12
May 1, 2012 (Jacumba)– The Jacumba community will be “jammin and wailin” on Saturday May 12th as the Jacumba Arts Council presents their first “Spring Blues Fest” at the Highland Center on old Highway 80. “People have been very enthusiastic about the event,” says Celia Sigmon, President of Jacumba Arts Council. “There have been some wonderful changes happening in Jacumba
PATRIOTIC BANNERS TO HONOR SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN FROM ESCONDIDO, SPONSORS SOUGHT
May 9, 2012 (Escondido) — Sponsors are being sought for patriotic banners honoring men and women from Escondido that have served in our Armed Forces. Up to one hundred, eight-foot-tall banners will be displayed on light poles throughout Downtown Escondido by the middle of June through Independence Day, each one honoring a specific Escondido service person. Each banner will include
GROSSMONT COLLEGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND MASTER CHORALE PERFORM MUSIC OF MORTEN LAURIDESEN MAY 11, 12
May 8, 2012 (El Cajon)–The Grossmont College Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale will present two performances of “Resonantes Musica,” featuring the works of choral music composer Morten Lauridsen, at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 11, at All Saints Episcopal Church, 625 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, and at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church,
KIFM / 98.1 SMOOTH FM TO HOST “AMERICAN IDOL VIEWING PARTY”
May 8, 2012 (Eastlake) – KIFM / 98.1 Smooth FM is set to host an “American Idol Viewing Party” this Wednesday night (May 9) at The Brewhouse at Eastlake and cheer on hometown “idol” contestant Jessica Sanchez of Chula Vista. 98.1 Smooth FM morning-drive DJ Lenny B. and mid-day DJ Mike V. are set to host with prizes to give
TRÈS BIEN! RAMONA COMES OUT ON TOP IN INERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION AGAINST THE FRENCH
By Serena Scaglione Photos by Dave Billick, courtesy of Ramona Valley Vintners Assoc. May 7, 2012 (San Diego)—The Ramona Valley Wine Region has proved to be a tough contender amongst some of the world’s best wines. Last month, an estimated 180 people witnessed three Ramona wines defeat the French in the French American Wine Challenge, a blind-tasting held at
SPONSORS NEEDED FOR LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE JUNE 2
May 7, 2012 (La Mesa) – The committee for La Mesa’s Flag Day Parade is raising funds for this year’s annual parade on June 2. Its financial goal is $15,000 which will be used to offset operational expenses, including transportation costs for school marching bands, public address equipment and traffic control set up. There are different levels of sponsorship available
“SUNDAYS AT SIX” SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BEGINS JUNE 10
May 7, 2012 (La Mesa) – The “Sundays at Six” summer concert series will be held in the amphitheater at Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden Street in La Mesa on Sundays, at 6:00 p.m. during June, July and August. In honor of the City’s centennial celebration each concert will celebrate the music of the ten decades from 1912 to 2012.
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: SUPER MOON CLOSE-UP
May 10, 2012 (East County) — If you thought the moon looked larger than usual Saturday night, you’re right! The “super moon” occurs once a year, when the moon’s
“…A LOT OF SINGIN’ TO DO” – PACIFIC MEN’S CHORALE IN CONCERT MAY 18 IN LA MESA
“There’s music to play,(You know it, you know it!) Places to go, people to see! Everything (Yeah!) For you and me! . . . “Got a lot of livin’ to do!” (from Bye, Bye
WILD IN THE COUNTRY: MAY 12 AT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS
By Miriam Raftery May 9, 2012 (Alpine) — Looking for a wild time this weekend? Lions Tigers & Bears, San Diego’s only exotic animal rescue facility, will be holding its
JACUMBA’S FIRST “BLUES FEST” OFFERS FREE FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN MAY 12
May 1, 2012 (Jacumba)– The Jacumba community will be “jammin and wailin” on Saturday May 12th as the Jacumba Arts Council presents their first “Spring Blues Fest” at the
PATRIOTIC BANNERS TO HONOR SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN FROM ESCONDIDO, SPONSORS SOUGHT
May 9, 2012 (Escondido) — Sponsors are being sought for patriotic banners honoring men and women from Escondido that have served in our Armed Forces. Up to one hundred, eight-foot-tall
GROSSMONT COLLEGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND MASTER CHORALE PERFORM MUSIC OF MORTEN LAURIDESEN MAY 11, 12
May 8, 2012 (El Cajon)–The Grossmont College Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale will present two performances of “Resonantes Musica,” featuring the works of choral music composer Morten Lauridsen, at 8
KIFM / 98.1 SMOOTH FM TO HOST “AMERICAN IDOL VIEWING PARTY”
May 8, 2012 (Eastlake) – KIFM / 98.1 Smooth FM is set to host an “American Idol Viewing Party” this Wednesday night (May 9) at The Brewhouse at Eastlake and
TRÈS BIEN! RAMONA COMES OUT ON TOP IN INERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION AGAINST THE FRENCH
By Serena Scaglione Photos by Dave Billick, courtesy of Ramona Valley Vintners Assoc. May 7, 2012 (San Diego)—The Ramona Valley Wine Region has proved to be a tough contender
SPONSORS NEEDED FOR LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE JUNE 2
May 7, 2012 (La Mesa) – The committee for La Mesa’s Flag Day Parade is raising funds for this year’s annual parade on June 2. Its financial goal is $15,000
“SUNDAYS AT SIX” SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BEGINS JUNE 10
May 7, 2012 (La Mesa) – The “Sundays at Six” summer concert series will be held in the amphitheater at Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden Street in La Mesa on
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
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