East County Magazine
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WATER-SMART GARDENING FESTIVAL NOV. 13
Water-wise, fire-wise and cool-season gardening resources available November 12, 2010 (El Cajon) — In many parts of the U.S., people would scoff at the notion that fall and winter can be prime gardening months. But not in San Diego, with its Mediterranean climate characterized by mild to cool, wet winters and warm to hot, dry summers. The Water Smart
THANKSGIVING POTLUCK FEAST AT SACRED ROCKS RESERVE
By Miriam Raftery Savor stargazing, a nature scavenger hunt, community bonfire and the bounties of nature—or cozy up to watch football in the clubhouse November 11, 2010 (Boulevard, California) — Sacred Rocks Reserve owners Dimitri and Sharon Courmousis invite you to celebrate at their annual Thanksgiving Family Potluck Feast. “Thanksgiving is all about family and being grateful for the simple, good
FOOD FOR LIFE: FREE RAW FOODS WORKSHOP NOV. 13 IN ALPINE
by Cindy Douglas Cindy Douglas, a certified raw foods educator from Whole Raw Food Now (www.wholerawfoodnow.com), will host a free workshop on raw foods November 13 from 1-3 p.m. in Alpine. The even will feature cooking tips, the latest science, and free smoothie samples. November 10, 2010 (Alpine)–So much of our focus on food is guided by products that are
CHAMBER MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA: NOV. 13 IN ALPINE
November 9, 2010 (Alpine) Artists perform in period costumes and even guests are invited to attend in historical fashions at the Chamber Music Extravaganza on November 13 at 4 p.m. at Christ the King Episcopal Church, 1460 Midway Drive in Alpine. Enjoy the music of Mozart, Brahams, & Schumann directed by Sylvia Lorraine Hartman,featuring the Alpine Chamber Players Piano Quartet with
VIEJAS KICKS OFF HOLIDAY SEASON WITH TREE-LIGHTING FRIDAY–& SKATING AT LARGEST OUTDOOR ICE RINK IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Viejas Outlets Center transforms into a winter wonderland with ice skating, Midnight Madness shopping, holiday tree lighting and more SAN DIEGO – November 10, 2010 – The Viejas Outlets Center officially kicks off the holiday season this weekend with a holiday tree lighting ceremony on Friday at 6 p.m. in the park area, followed by premiere of the Legend
THE DOG BLOG: HOLIDAY NUTRITION TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG
By Dawn Celapino November 11, 2010 (San Diego’s East County)–‘Tis the season for cakes, cookies, pies and a lot of food! The average person gains between 7 – 10 pounds from now until the end of the year. Along with the parties, dinners and social events comes the end of daylight savings time. People tend to get more sedate and
HOLIDAY TOY & FOOD DRIVE
Does your family need help? Register Nov. 20th November 8, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – The 35th annual East County Toy and Food Drive is now underway. Scroll down for a complete list of events and see how you can help brighten the holidays for those in need. If your family needs help this holiday season, submit your application
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT SUMMERS PAST HERB FARM NOV. 11
November 8, 2010 (Flinn Springs) – Summers Past Herb Farm invites you to a holiday open house on Thursday, November 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. “Enjoy your evening and get inspired for the holidays,” a press release issued by the owners states. “The Barn and Soap Shoppe will be filled with the glow and scents of Christmas. We will
LOCAL IRAQI CHRISTIANS MOURN LOSS OF THOSE KILLED IN MASSACRE AT BAGHDAD CHURCH
MONDAY PROTEST DOWNTOWN JOINS GLOBAL EFFORT TO HALT GENOCIDE OF CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ AMID ESCALATING VIOLENCE “We will keep our church open ‘til our last drop of blood is shed.” – Father Waseem Petrus, shortly before he was beheaded on the altar of his church in Baghdad on Oct. 31 “Enough bloodshed by the Christians. Our rights have been violated. This is not ony for the Christians in Iraq; this should be
WARM HAVARTI AND TURKEY SANDWICH: A TASTY WAY TO USE UP THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS
Recipe courtesy of Home Made Simple (See our review of Home Made Simple in our San Diego Bookshelf section—and scroll down for this scrumptious recipe!) November 6, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – One of the first things we associate comfort with is warm, homemade food. Nothing feels better than making meals your family will love. This Thanksgiving season,
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WATER-SMART GARDENING FESTIVAL NOV. 13
Water-wise, fire-wise and cool-season gardening resources available November 12, 2010 (El Cajon) — In many parts of the U.S., people would scoff at the notion that fall and winter
THANKSGIVING POTLUCK FEAST AT SACRED ROCKS RESERVE
By Miriam Raftery Savor stargazing, a nature scavenger hunt, community bonfire and the bounties of nature—or cozy up to watch football in the clubhouse November 11, 2010 (Boulevard, California)
FOOD FOR LIFE: FREE RAW FOODS WORKSHOP NOV. 13 IN ALPINE
by Cindy Douglas Cindy Douglas, a certified raw foods educator from Whole Raw Food Now (www.wholerawfoodnow.com), will host a free workshop on raw foods November 13 from 1-3 p.m.
CHAMBER MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA: NOV. 13 IN ALPINE
November 9, 2010 (Alpine) Artists perform in period costumes and even guests are invited to attend in historical fashions at the Chamber Music Extravaganza on November 13 at 4 p.m. at Christ
VIEJAS KICKS OFF HOLIDAY SEASON WITH TREE-LIGHTING FRIDAY–& SKATING AT LARGEST OUTDOOR ICE RINK IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Viejas Outlets Center transforms into a winter wonderland with ice skating, Midnight Madness shopping, holiday tree lighting and more SAN DIEGO – November 10, 2010 – The Viejas Outlets
THE DOG BLOG: HOLIDAY NUTRITION TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG
By Dawn Celapino November 11, 2010 (San Diego’s East County)–‘Tis the season for cakes, cookies, pies and a lot of food! The average person gains between 7 – 10 pounds
HOLIDAY TOY & FOOD DRIVE
Does your family need help? Register Nov. 20th November 8, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) – The 35th annual East County Toy and Food Drive is now underway. Scroll down
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT SUMMERS PAST HERB FARM NOV. 11
November 8, 2010 (Flinn Springs) – Summers Past Herb Farm invites you to a holiday open house on Thursday, November 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. “Enjoy your evening and
LOCAL IRAQI CHRISTIANS MOURN LOSS OF THOSE KILLED IN MASSACRE AT BAGHDAD CHURCH
MONDAY PROTEST DOWNTOWN JOINS GLOBAL EFFORT TO HALT GENOCIDE OF CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ AMID ESCALATING VIOLENCE “We will keep our church open ‘til our last drop of blood is shed.” – Father Waseem Petrus, shortly before he was beheaded on the altar
WARM HAVARTI AND TURKEY SANDWICH: A TASTY WAY TO USE UP THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS
Recipe courtesy of Home Made Simple (See our review of Home Made Simple in our San Diego Bookshelf section—and scroll down for this scrumptious recipe!) November 6, 2010 (San
Thanks to the Prebys Foundation for their generous support.
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