East County Magazine
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SUMMER SCENE: LOCAL MALLS OFFER EVENTS IN JULY
by Elena Peña July 7, 2011 (San Diego’s East County)–We go to the mall to watch a movie, to shop for new attire, or maybe just to walk around and spend some quality time window shopping. However, there are plenty of other things to do besides shop, if you go on the right day. Every month there are
OPEN CALL: AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR NEW MUSICAL PRODUCTION
July 7, 2011 (San Diego) — Community Actors’ Theater is seeking dancers, singers, and actors of all ethnicities for an original musical review, Vanilla, chocolate, and Caramel too #2. Auditions dates and times are as follows: Sunday, July 10 th 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 23 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. Audition location: Community Actor’s
FAMILY FUN AT SANTEE SALUTES 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Photos by Mark and Miriam Raftery July 6, 2011 (Santee) — The City of Santee hosted its annual "Santee Salutes" patriotic celebration on July 4th, drawing families from across East County for this major event. Scroll down to view photos of participants enjoying fun in the sun, followed by fireworks in the park after dark.
LEMON GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOLDS OPEN CASTING CALLS
July 5, 2011 (Lemon Grove) — The Lemon Grove Historical Society will hold open casting calls on July 10th and 11th from 6:00p.m. until 9p.m. in the H. Lee House Cultural Center, 3205 Olive, Lemon Grove. The play will be the amusing, 19th century melodrama, "He Ain’t Done Right by Nell." There will be cold readings
MISSED THE FIREWORKS? WATCH FINALE HERE FROM SANTEE SALUTES!
July 4, 2011 (Santee) – An estimated 7,000 people turned out for Santee Salutes, including families from throughout East County as well as local dignitaries including Assemblyman Brian Jones and Mayor Randy Voepel. Live music, patriotic presentations, carnival rides and a spectacular fireworks show were all part of the festivities. Printer-friendly version
CAMPO, THE FORGOTTON GUNFIGHT BRINGS EAST COUNTY’S COLORFUL PAST TO LIFE
Campo, the Forgotten Gunfight by Bryon Harrington (www.CampoGunfight.com, 2009 Campo, 372 pp.) Review by Miriam Raftery July 3, 2011 (Campo) –Few San Diegans are aware that a Wild West shoot-out deadlier than the famed O.K. Corral confrontation occurred in our own East County. A patron in a Tecate cantina overheard a notorious group of banditos boast of
ALL ABOARD! STEAM TRAIN RIDES, SQUARE DANCING & DIXIELAND JAZZ AT OLD POWAY PARK’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
July 4, 2011 (Poway) –Decked out with red and blue bunting on wooden railway bridges, water tower and gazebo/bandstand, Old Poway Park today looked like a scene straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. The Old West-themed park exemplifies the best of Americana this 4th of July, compete with rides on the Baldwin steam train (watch for train
MADE IN AMERICA: GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS U.S. ART POTTERY & PAINTINGS IN JULY
July 4, 2011 (La Mesa) – O’Dunn Fine Art gallery is celebrating our nation’s 236th birthday all month long by showcasing collector-grade American-made pottery as well as paintings. Besides savoring the fine art works displayed, guests can celebrate the gallery’s gift to buyers—no sales tax charged during July. Pottery includes early 20th century Rookwood, Van Briggle, Weller, and Roseville
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS ANNOUNCED IN EAST COUNTY & SAN DIEGO’S INLAND REGIONS
June 28, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) — Communities across San Diego’s inland regions will host a variety of events celebrating Independence Day on Monday, July 4th including festivals, parades, picnics, an ice cream social, Western-themed events, and of course, fireworks. Below are highlights of celebrations planned in numerous East County and inland San Diego areas: ALPINE: The 14th Annual Crown
65th ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY PARADE IN CREST
July 2, 2011 (Crest) — For the past 65 years, the small town of Crest has hosted a 4th of July parade that’s like a scene from a Norman Rockwell painting. Festivities include floats, decorated horses, wagons, and bikes. A young girl and young boy are the reigning royalty. Sometimes there are bands from schools. Often you’ll see the Lawnchair Brigade
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SUMMER SCENE: LOCAL MALLS OFFER EVENTS IN JULY
by Elena Peña July 7, 2011 (San Diego’s East County)–We go to the mall to watch a movie, to shop for new attire, or maybe just to walk around
OPEN CALL: AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR NEW MUSICAL PRODUCTION
July 7, 2011 (San Diego) — Community Actors’ Theater is seeking dancers, singers, and actors of all ethnicities for an original musical review, Vanilla, chocolate, and Caramel too #2. Auditions
FAMILY FUN AT SANTEE SALUTES 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Photos by Mark and Miriam Raftery July 6, 2011 (Santee) — The City of Santee hosted its annual "Santee Salutes" patriotic celebration on July 4th, drawing families from
LEMON GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOLDS OPEN CASTING CALLS
July 5, 2011 (Lemon Grove) — The Lemon Grove Historical Society will hold open casting calls on July 10th and 11th from 6:00p.m. until 9p.m. in the
MISSED THE FIREWORKS? WATCH FINALE HERE FROM SANTEE SALUTES!
July 4, 2011 (Santee) – An estimated 7,000 people turned out for Santee Salutes, including families from throughout East County as well as local dignitaries including Assemblyman Brian Jones and Mayor Randy Voepel.
CAMPO, THE FORGOTTON GUNFIGHT BRINGS EAST COUNTY’S COLORFUL PAST TO LIFE
Campo, the Forgotten Gunfight by Bryon Harrington (www.CampoGunfight.com, 2009 Campo, 372 pp.) Review by Miriam Raftery July 3, 2011 (Campo) –Few San Diegans are aware that a Wild
ALL ABOARD! STEAM TRAIN RIDES, SQUARE DANCING & DIXIELAND JAZZ AT OLD POWAY PARK’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
July 4, 2011 (Poway) –Decked out with red and blue bunting on wooden railway bridges, water tower and gazebo/bandstand, Old Poway Park today looked like a scene straight
MADE IN AMERICA: GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS U.S. ART POTTERY & PAINTINGS IN JULY
July 4, 2011 (La Mesa) – O’Dunn Fine Art gallery is celebrating our nation’s 236th birthday all month long by showcasing collector-grade American-made pottery as well as paintings. Besides
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS ANNOUNCED IN EAST COUNTY & SAN DIEGO’S INLAND REGIONS
June 28, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) — Communities across San Diego’s inland regions will host a variety of events celebrating Independence Day on Monday, July 4th including festivals, parades, picnics, an ice
65th ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY PARADE IN CREST
July 2, 2011 (Crest) — For the past 65 years, the small town of Crest has hosted a 4th of July parade that’s like a scene from a Norman Rockwell painting.
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