East County Magazine
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
STARGAZING, POTTERY AND ANIMAL TRACKING CLASSES AMONG FALL OFFERINGS IN ANZA BORREGO
October 6, 2011 (Borrego) –If you plan to enjoy Anza-Borrego this fall, why not make your visit a learning adventure? Deepen your connection to nature, strengthen your understanding of the environment, and of course, have fun. The Anza-Borrego Foundation announces a variety of fall classes and tours in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. For the full list, visit their website
IS LA MESA READY FOR THE NEXT 100 YEARS? SUSTAIN LA MESA FESTIVAL OCT. 8 AIMS FOR IT
By Kristin Kjaero September 25, 2011 (La Mesa)–As the City of La Mesa prepares for its centennial in 2012, it is looking towards the future with the fourth annual “Sustain La Mesa” Environmental Festival as well as “Our Planet Our Home” K-12 Environmental Literacy and Art Contest, October 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harry Griffen Park. The largest festival
THANKSGIVING PIES FROM MAMA’S KITCHEN BENEFIT CRITICALLY ILL NEIGHBORS IN OUR REGION
October 5, 2011, (La Mesa) –Thanksgiving is coming and the people of the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) invite you to let Mama do the baking this year. Church members are helping Mama’s Kitchen raise money to provide nutritious meals for San Diego men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS and cancer. Mama’s Kitchen hopes to sell more
LIGHT BRIDGE HOSPICE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE WALK AT LIBERTY STATION
October 5, 2011 (San Diego)–The LightBridge Hospice Community Foundation, which funds hospice services and special programs for patients and their loved ones, hosted its third annual Remembrance Walk on Sunday, October 2 at Liberty Station, drawing participants from East County and countywide. The “Footsteps and Heartstrings” Remembrance Walk honors loved ones lost, as well as the family members, volunteers and corporate
PAINTING AT THE HYDE
October 4, 2011 (La Mesa) — The Grossmont College Hyde Art Gallery opens an exhibition of paintings by: Ben Aubert, Jennifer Bennett, Daphne Hill, Tom Lazzara, Bill Mosley, Anna Stump and Michael Wheelden. All of the participating artists have represented our Art Department over the years. This makes for a logical connection between Grossmont
MIRAMAR LAKE– IT’S NOT JUST A WATER RESERVOIR
Story and photos by Iolanda Scripca October 2, 2011 (San Diego) –As autumn falls upon us with its charm of a girl in an orange dress who just said “Goodbye!” to summer, I decided to venture to inland San Diego, away from my beloved Pacific. I did not know what to expect… networks of snakelike freeways and
PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD! GROSSMONT COLLEGE OFFERS MODERN AND SALSA DANCE CLASSES OCT. 15
October 1, 2011 (El Cajon)–The Grossmont College Dance Department will present two classes with master class instructors on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the college’s main dance studio, Building #24, Room #271. The public is invited to attend. A class on modern dance taught by John Malashock will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed
A JUICY STORY: APPLE DAYS CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL AT JULIAN OCT. 1-2
By Miriam Raftery September 30, 2011 (Julian)—Autumn means apple season in historic Julian, where you can sample fresh apple cider or bring the family and pick your own apples at roadside orchards. As part of Julian’s Apple Days Centennial Celebration, a two-day Apple Days Festival will be held October 1 and 2 at Menghini Winery featuring apple displays, music and dancing,
ALPINE AND VIEJAS FIRE DEPTS. RECEIVE PETA AWARD FOR RESCUING DOG STUCK IN BOULDER
September 30, 2011 (Alpine) — Last week, rescue crews were dispatched from the Alpine Fire Protection District in eastern San Diego County after a young dog who had been walking on top of a boulder fell 15 feet into a narrow crevasse and became stuck. Alpine Fire Engine 17 "B" Division responded to the scene, aided by the Viejas Fire Department.
“BIGGEST AND BEST EVER” OKTOBERFEST KICKS OFF FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY IN LA MESA
September 29, 2011 (La Mesa) –“This is the 38th annual Oktoberfest and we’re making plans to have it be the biggest and the best ever,” La Mesa Chamber of Commerce President Mary England told ECM. Festivities encompass 10 city blocks and run from 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, and fro 12-5 p.m.
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STARGAZING, POTTERY AND ANIMAL TRACKING CLASSES AMONG FALL OFFERINGS IN ANZA BORREGO
October 6, 2011 (Borrego) –If you plan to enjoy Anza-Borrego this fall, why not make your visit a learning adventure? Deepen your connection to nature, strengthen your understanding of
IS LA MESA READY FOR THE NEXT 100 YEARS? SUSTAIN LA MESA FESTIVAL OCT. 8 AIMS FOR IT
By Kristin Kjaero September 25, 2011 (La Mesa)–As the City of La Mesa prepares for its centennial in 2012, it is looking towards the future with the fourth annual “Sustain La Mesa”
THANKSGIVING PIES FROM MAMA’S KITCHEN BENEFIT CRITICALLY ILL NEIGHBORS IN OUR REGION
October 5, 2011, (La Mesa) –Thanksgiving is coming and the people of the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) invite you to let Mama do the baking this
LIGHT BRIDGE HOSPICE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE WALK AT LIBERTY STATION
October 5, 2011 (San Diego)–The LightBridge Hospice Community Foundation, which funds hospice services and special programs for patients and their loved ones, hosted its third annual Remembrance Walk on Sunday, October
PAINTING AT THE HYDE
October 4, 2011 (La Mesa) — The Grossmont College Hyde Art Gallery opens an exhibition of paintings by: Ben Aubert, Jennifer Bennett,
MIRAMAR LAKE– IT’S NOT JUST A WATER RESERVOIR
Story and photos by Iolanda Scripca October 2, 2011 (San Diego) –As autumn falls upon us with its charm of a girl in an orange dress
PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD! GROSSMONT COLLEGE OFFERS MODERN AND SALSA DANCE CLASSES OCT. 15
October 1, 2011 (El Cajon)–The Grossmont College Dance Department will present two classes with master class instructors on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the college’s main dance studio,
A JUICY STORY: APPLE DAYS CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL AT JULIAN OCT. 1-2
By Miriam Raftery September 30, 2011 (Julian)—Autumn means apple season in historic Julian, where you can sample fresh apple cider or bring the family and pick your own apples at roadside orchards.
ALPINE AND VIEJAS FIRE DEPTS. RECEIVE PETA AWARD FOR RESCUING DOG STUCK IN BOULDER
September 30, 2011 (Alpine) — Last week, rescue crews were dispatched from the Alpine Fire Protection District in eastern San Diego County after a young dog who had been walking on
“BIGGEST AND BEST EVER” OKTOBERFEST KICKS OFF FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY IN LA MESA
September 29, 2011 (La Mesa) –“This is the 38th annual Oktoberfest and we’re making plans to have it be the biggest and the best ever,” La Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
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