BIGGEST OKTOBERFEST WEST OF THE MISSISSIPPI: LA MESA OCT. 2-4
Printer-friendly version September 14, 2009 (La Mesa) — You’re invited to join a few friends–200,000 or so–in the biggest Oktoberfest celebration in the Western United States. Festivities extend through six blocks in the La Mesa Village area of downtown La Mesa, featuring three beer gardens and more than 300 vendors. Savor German foods, contests, and entertainment ranging from a bBavarian Beer Garden Band, San Diego Concert Band to the Gemutlichkeit Dancers. Other varieties of music ranging from classic rock to bagpipes will also be featured. For details, visit www.lmvma.com. Printer-friendly version
WANT TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY? JOIN EL CAJON’S TEEN COALITION
Printer-friendly version Applications Due By Sept. 28 September 11, 2009 (El Cajon)–To engage, educate and empower–these are goals for the City’s Teen Coalition, which is kicking off another year of leadership and community service. This special coalition, offered through the City’s Recreation Department, is an opportunity for teens to develop skills in leadership, discuss important teen issues, and become involved in community service. Applications for membership are due by September 28. Those selected will learn about sectors working within the community, explore problem solving strategies regarding youth issues, develop their leadership skills, and have opportunities to engage in community service. Outside of special events, the Teen Coalition will meet on the third Thursday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Renette Recreation Center, located at 935 S. Emerald Avenue. A kick-off teambuilding orientation event will be held at San Diego State University (SDSU). The Teen Coalition will create a community service project from May through July and will continue to sponsor the annual “Youth of the Year” award as it further helps put a spotlight on those youth who go above and beyond in serving their community. Candidates must be residents of El Cajon or attend a school within the City limits in grades six through 12 as of September 1, 2009, and be under the age of 19. Those interested in becoming coalition members may complete an application and return it to the Recreation Department at City Hall by September 28. Applications are actively circulating at El Cajon middle schools, high schools, and recreation centers; press releases and the applications are also available on the City’s website at www.ci.el-cajon.ca.us. For more information please call the City of El Cajon’s Recreation Department at (619) 441-1754. Printer-friendly version
VALLEY MUSIC SEEKS MUSICIANS FOR OPEN MIKE NIGHT
Printer-friendly version September 13, 2009 (El Cajon) If you’re a musician seeking an audience, Valley Music wants you. The El Cajon music store hopes to begin hosting an East County Open Microphone series beginning Saturday, September 26th. “We are interested in starting up an East County Open Microphone series and are looking for people who would like to participate,” Andrea Long said. “Open microphone forums for bluegrass, acoustic solo or duets and possibly a Songwriter’s networking workshop are all open for discussion.” Events would take place from 7 to 9 p.m. in the evenings; specific days are to be determined. Valley Music recently moved to a new location at 1611 North Magnolia, #310 (just behind the Jiffy Lube). Artists would be limited to 20 minute sets and are encouraged to bring and sell their own CDs To perform, attend and observe, or offer suggestions, call Valley Music at 619-444-3161 or e-mail Andrea Long at jcsent@att.net . Printer-friendly version