East County Magazine
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CLEAN SWEEP” IN LEMON GROVE NOV. 19
November 8, 2011 (Lemon Grove)–A crew of 300 eager volunteers are expected to join with representatives from the Sheriff’s Lemon Grove substation on Saturday, November 19 to clean up the community for the holiday season. "We’re going to make our downtown sparkle,” said Jim Wiebolt, crime prevention specialist. Volunteers wishing to lend a hand should meet at Fireman’s Park at 7
CHRISTMAS 2011 — NEW AMERICAN TRADITION FROM THE INTERNET
anonymous November 8, 2011, (East County) — As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high ear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other
NATIVE AMERICA FLUTE PERFORMERS AND DANCERS PERFORM NOV. 13 DURING NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
By Millicent Arko November 8, 2011 (San Diego) The San Diego Native American Flute Circle will perform a two-hour concert in the Mission Trails Amphitheater, Saturday, November 13, beginning at 1:00 p.m. In addition the Soaring Eagles Native American Dance Troop will exhibit its artistry at the event, which is free and open to the public.
FREE THANKSGIVING MEALS DELIVERED TO SENIORS IN ALPINE NOV. 24
November 8, 2011 (Alpine) – Sue Roff, director of the Alpine Community Center, will once again be cooking up a Thanksgiving meal for seniors who are alone or can’t travel to be with family for the holidays. Volunteers will deliver the meals to home-bound seniors, along with gift bags filled with items donated by local merchants. These free Thanksgiving meals
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION OPENS IN GROSSMONT COLLEGE HYDE ART GALLERY NOV. 14-DEC.15
November 8, 2011 (La Mesa) – The Grossmont College Hyde Art Gallery upcoming exhibition is “First Person Plural” a photography exhibition by 16 present and past professors from the photography department. The exhibition dates are November 14 through December 15. An opening event (artist opening) will be on Tuesday, November 15, from 7-9 p.m. This exhibition represents selected work
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: BUTTERFLY BEAUTY
By Miriam Raftery November 8, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) — ECM editor Miriam Raftery snapped this colorful image of a monarch butterfly on a lantana plant at the backyard of a home near San Diego State University on last weekend’s Sustainable Homes Tour. Printer-friendly version
CHEERS! BEER WEEK ON TAP THIS WEEK IN EAST COUNTY
November 7, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – The San Diego Brewers Guild hosts its third annual San Diego Beer Week now through November 13. Our region has emerged as a nationally recognized hub for craft beer making, with over 40 breweries. San Diego’s brewers won more medals at the 2010 World Beer Cup than the traditional beer bastions of Germany,
BREAKFAST NOV. 8 TO BENEFIT EAST COUNTY TOY & FOOD DRIVE
November 7, 2011 (El Cajon) – The East County Toy and Food Drive needs community support to brighten the holidays for the many children in need this season. Tomorrow morning from 7-9 a.m., a hearty breakfast will be served up at Hometown Buffet, 390 West Main Street in El Cajon. Cost is just $10 and includes pancakes, scrambled eggs,
WILDE OAKS FARM HOLIDAY SALES IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
November 7, 2011 (East County) — Looking for some unique holiday gifts? Wilde Oaks Farm is hosting a holiday sale on three weekends: November 12-13, November 19- 20, and December 10-11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hand thrown pottery: pitchers, mugs, butter crocks, salad bowls, tumblers, etc.; hand-dipped beeswax candles, artisan crafted jewelry, and home-made wooden ornaments, seasonal
THE SKY’S THE LIMIT: ON THE ROAD WITH THE EAST COUNTY BUS TOUR
By Miriam Raftery November 6, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) –“This is a historic time for East County,” Jo Marie Diamond, president and chief executive officer of the East Count Economic Development Council (ECEDC) told guests at last week’s “Sky’s the limit” bus tour of East County. Three busloads of business leaders rolled
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CLEAN SWEEP” IN LEMON GROVE NOV. 19
November 8, 2011 (Lemon Grove)–A crew of 300 eager volunteers are expected to join with representatives from the Sheriff’s Lemon Grove substation on Saturday, November 19 to clean up the community
CHRISTMAS 2011 — NEW AMERICAN TRADITION FROM THE INTERNET
anonymous November 8, 2011, (East County) — As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high ear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods
NATIVE AMERICA FLUTE PERFORMERS AND DANCERS PERFORM NOV. 13 DURING NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
By Millicent Arko November 8, 2011 (San Diego) The San Diego Native American Flute Circle will perform a two-hour concert in the Mission Trails Amphitheater, Saturday, November 13, beginning
FREE THANKSGIVING MEALS DELIVERED TO SENIORS IN ALPINE NOV. 24
November 8, 2011 (Alpine) – Sue Roff, director of the Alpine Community Center, will once again be cooking up a Thanksgiving meal for seniors who are alone or can’t travel
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION OPENS IN GROSSMONT COLLEGE HYDE ART GALLERY NOV. 14-DEC.15
November 8, 2011 (La Mesa) – The Grossmont College Hyde Art Gallery upcoming exhibition is “First Person Plural” a photography exhibition by 16 present and past professors from the photography
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: BUTTERFLY BEAUTY
By Miriam Raftery November 8, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) — ECM editor Miriam Raftery snapped this colorful image of a monarch butterfly on a lantana plant at the backyard of a home near San Diego
CHEERS! BEER WEEK ON TAP THIS WEEK IN EAST COUNTY
November 7, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – The San Diego Brewers Guild hosts its third annual San Diego Beer Week now through November 13. Our region has emerged as
BREAKFAST NOV. 8 TO BENEFIT EAST COUNTY TOY & FOOD DRIVE
November 7, 2011 (El Cajon) – The East County Toy and Food Drive needs community support to brighten the holidays for the many children in need this season. Tomorrow
WILDE OAKS FARM HOLIDAY SALES IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
November 7, 2011 (East County) — Looking for some unique holiday gifts? Wilde Oaks Farm is hosting a holiday sale on three weekends: November 12-13, November 19- 20, and December
THE SKY’S THE LIMIT: ON THE ROAD WITH THE EAST COUNTY BUS TOUR
By Miriam Raftery November 6, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) –“This is a historic time for East County,” Jo Marie Diamond, president and
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
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