East County Magazine
HEARTLAND COIN CLUB HOSTS COIN SHOW IN SANTEE OCT. 26
Printer-friendly version By East County News Service October 16, 2024 (Santee) – At the Heartland Coin Club Coin Show, you and your family can immerse yourselves in the world of numismatics. Whether you are a budding collector or a seasoned enthusiast, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore a diverse range of U.S. and foreign coins, antique coins, and currency.
COUNTY OFFERS FREE PROGRAMS TO PREVENT FOOD WASTE, COMPOST WITH WORMS, AND COMPOST AT FARMS AND RANCHES
Printer-friendly version By East County News Service October 9, 2024 (San Diego) — The County of San Diego is offering free webinars in November to help live and grow sustainably, in partnership with Solana Center and the Water Conservation Garden. Food scraps produce harmful greenhouse gases in a landfill and little to none in a compost pile. Preventing
COUNTY OFFERS FREE PROGRAMS TO PREVENT FOOD WASTE, COMPOST WITH WORMS, AND COMPOST AT FARMS AND RANCHES
Printer-friendly version By East County News Service October 9, 2024 (San Diego) — The County of San Diego is offering free webinars in November to help live and grow sustainably, in partnership with Solana Center and the Water Conservation Garden. Food scraps produce harmful greenhouse gases in a landfill and little to none in a compost pile. Preventing
COUNTY OFFERS FREE PROGRAMS TO PREVENT FOOD WASTE, COMPOST WITH WORMS, AND COMPOST AT FARMS AND RANCHES
Printer-friendly version By East County News Service October 9, 2024 (San Diego) — The County of San Diego is offering free webinars in November to help live and grow sustainably, in partnership with Solana Center and the Water Conservation Garden. Food scraps produce harmful greenhouse gases in a landfill and little to none in a compost pile. Preventing
SPOOKEASY OCT. 26 TO BENEFIT ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER IN EL CAJON
Printer-friendly version By: East County News Service October 6, 2024 (El Cajon) – St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center in El Cajon invites you to flashback to the 80s at a Spookeasy event on Saturday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. This night of nostalgia and eerie delights includes a costume contest, dancing to live music by Betamaxx, an epic
SPOOKEASY OCT. 26 TO BENEFIT ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER IN EL CAJON
Printer-friendly version By: East County News Service October 6, 2024 (El Cajon) – St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center in El Cajon invites you to flashback to the 80s at a Spookeasy event on Saturday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. This night of nostalgia and eerie delights includes a costume contest, dancing to live music by Betamaxx, an epic
SPOOKEASY OCT. 26 TO BENEFIT ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE’S CENTER IN EL CAJON
Printer-friendly version By: East County News Service October 6, 2024 (El Cajon) – St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center in El Cajon invites you to flashback to the 80s at a Spookeasy event on Saturday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. This night of nostalgia and eerie delights includes a costume contest, dancing to live music by Betamaxx, an epic
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: HAUNTING OCTOBER OUTINGS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery October 1, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) — There are some outrageous October outings in East County this year, including Oktoberfests in La Mesa and El Cajon, an autumn jubilee in Wynola Hauntfest on Main and a Haunted Circus in El Cajon, a Haunted Forest at Banner Ranch near Julian, Rolling Pumpkins at Parkway
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: HAUNTING OCTOBER OUTINGS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery October 1, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) — There are some outrageous October outings in East County this year, including Oktoberfests in La Mesa and El Cajon, an autumn jubilee in Wynola Hauntfest on Main and a Haunted Circus in El Cajon, a Haunted Forest at Banner Ranch near Julian, Rolling Pumpkins at Parkway
PAELLA PARTY FEAST OCTOBER 20 BENEFITS EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE AND OUR WILDFIRE ALERTS
Printer-friendly version Reserve space now at early bird rates—seating is limited! You’re invited to a Spanish paella feast and fundraiser on Sunday evening, October 20 catered by Paella Valenciana at a private Mt. Helix home to benefit East County Magazine and our East County Wildfire & Emergency Alerts! RSVP by Oct. 5 for early bird rates for this fun
PAELLA PARTY FEAST OCTOBER 20 BENEFITS EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE AND OUR WILDFIRE ALERTS
Printer-friendly version Reserve space now at early bird rates—seating is limited! You’re invited to a Spanish paella feast and fundraiser on Sunday evening, October 20 catered by Paella Valenciana at a private Mt. Helix home to benefit East County Magazine and our East County Wildfire & Emergency Alerts! RSVP by Oct. 5 for early bird rates for this fun
PAELLA PARTY FEAST OCTOBER 20 BENEFITS EAST COUNTY MAGAZINE AND OUR WILDFIRE ALERTS
Printer-friendly version Reserve space now at early bird rates—seating is limited! You’re invited to a Spanish paella feast and fundraiser on Sunday evening, October 20 catered by Paella Valenciana at a private Mt. Helix home to benefit East County Magazine and our East County Wildfire & Emergency Alerts! RSVP by Oct. 5 for early bird rates for this fun
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: FALL FESTIVALS AND OCTOBER OUTINGS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery September 19, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) — Fall brings festivities galore! There are some awesome autumn events coming up across East County in late September and October, including the new Taste of the College Area, Oktoberfests in La Mesa and El Cajon, Hauntfest on Main and a Haunted Circus in El Cajon, Rolling
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: FALL FESTIVALS AND OCTOBER OUTINGS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery September 19, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) — Fall brings festivities galore! There are some awesome autumn events coming up across East County in late September and October, including the new Taste of the College Area, Oktoberfests in La Mesa and El Cajon, Hauntfest on Main and a Haunted Circus in El Cajon, Rolling
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: FALL FESTIVALS AND OCTOBER OUTINGS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery September 19, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) — Fall brings festivities galore! There are some awesome autumn events coming up across East County in late September and October, including the new Taste of the College Area, Oktoberfests in La Mesa and El Cajon, Hauntfest on Main and a Haunted Circus in El Cajon, Rolling
STEP INTO THE PAST AT LA MESA HISTORIC HOMES TOUR NOV. 2
Printer-friendly version By Lindsay Elias September 27, 2024 (La Mesa) — On Saturday, November 2, the La Mesa History Center will hold its 18th annual Home Tour: “Peaks of Preservation”. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The tour will showcase homes in Grossmont/ Mt Helix. During the pre-sale, La Mesa History Center
STEP INTO THE PAST AT LA MESA HISTORIC HOMES TOUR NOV. 2
Printer-friendly version By Lindsay Elias September 27, 2024 (La Mesa) — On Saturday, November 2, the La Mesa History Center will hold its 18th annual Home Tour: “Peaks of Preservation”. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The tour will showcase homes in Grossmont/ Mt Helix. During the pre-sale, La Mesa History Center
STEP INTO THE PAST AT LA MESA HISTORIC HOMES TOUR NOV. 2
Printer-friendly version By Lindsay Elias September 27, 2024 (La Mesa) — On Saturday, November 2, the La Mesa History Center will hold its 18th annual Home Tour: “Peaks of Preservation”. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The tour will showcase homes in Grossmont/ Mt Helix. During the pre-sale, La Mesa History Center
JACUMBA ART HOSTS SHOWING OF LINDA CHURCHILL PAINTINGS OCT. 18
Printer-friendly version East County News Service September 30, 2024 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – Jacumba Art gallery at 44608 Old Highway 80 in Jacumba Hot Springs, will host an exhibit of new paintings by talented local artist Linda Churchill. You’re invited to view this special exhibit on Friday, October 18 at 3 p.m. Churchill, owner of Muralizing, specializes in landscapes and
JACUMBA ART HOSTS SHOWING OF LINDA CHURCHILL PAINTINGS OCT. 18
Printer-friendly version East County News Service September 30, 2024 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – Jacumba Art gallery at 44608 Old Highway 80 in Jacumba Hot Springs, will host an exhibit of new paintings by talented local artist Linda Churchill. You’re invited to view this special exhibit on Friday, October 18 at 3 p.m. Churchill, owner of Muralizing, specializes in landscapes and
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Lionel’s Legacy hosting sleepover party and more in Lakeside April 18-19
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service April 14, 2026 (Lakeside) — East County-based senior dog rescue group Lionel’s Legacy is holding a day of games, community and advocacy on Saturday, April 18 at the Rock House in Lakeside. The first-ever “Canine Carnival” is set for April 18 while a slumber party that starts that night will take visitors into more activities
Mountain Empire Art Show Debuts April 15 in Boulevard
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service April 14, 2026 (Boulevard) — The Backcountry Resource Center in Boulevard will be busy this Wednesday, April 15 hosting the first-ever Mountain Empire Art Show 2026, opening at 4 p.m. and the Boulevard-Jacumba Town Hall Event at 6:30 p.m. The first annual Mountain Empire Art Show is an act of advocacy for the vibrant and sometimes hidden
Cheers to the Valley Wine Festival April 18 in Ramona
East County News Service April 5, 2026 (Ramona) – The Ramona Chamber of Commerce is inviting the public to savor the 2026 Cheers to the…
Destination East County: Festive events in mid-April and May 2026
By Miriam Raftery April 5, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – As April continues, drifting into the merry month of May, there are many unique…
County hosts International Dark Sky Celebration April 18 at Santa Ysabel Nature Center
East County News Service April 3, 2026 (Santa Ysabel) – Reach for the stars at San Diego County’s International Dark Sky Week Celebration on Saturday,…
San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus brings “HERstory — Icons, Rebels and Trailblazers” to The Magnolia April 25-26
East County News Service April 3, 2026 (El Cajon) — The San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus will take center stage at The Magnolia later this…
Mild desert weather promised for hot weekend events in Jacumba Hot Springs – April 4, 5
By Rebecca Person April 3, 2026 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – Sunny, mild desert weather sets the stage April 4 and 5th, for a stellar weekend…
Jamul Casino Resort gets two film awards
“Water Sweet – The Story of Jamul” Earns Top Honors at AAF Reno ADDY Awards East County News Service April 1, 2026 (Jamul) – Jamul…
Ilan-Lael Foundation hosts docent-led tour April 9 in Santa Ysabel
By Philicia Tonangoye Karen Pearlman contributed to this story. April 1, 2026 (Santa Ysabel) — The nonprofit Ilan-Lael Foundation will host an immersive art and…
Fallbrook artist loses 50 years of work in studio fire
“This is nothing compared to what is taking place in the world” — Jerome Gastaldi, who lost 50 years of work in a fire at…
Magical Mystery Campout and Beatles Tribute Fair: festival April 4-5 in Jacumba
By Rebecca Person March 28, 2026 (Jacumba Hot Springs) — East County’s abuzz with a Beatles invasion. De Anza Springs Resort, a high desert retreat,…
Meet candidates in Lakeside on April 22
East County News Service March 27, 2026 (Lakeside) – Voters are invited to the “Candidates to Constituents Town Hall” series. The series is hosted by…
East County public transportation guide to Padres Opening Day March 26
Skip Interstate 8 and ‘ride the rails’ with the Padres-wrapped Trolley East County News Service March 25, 2026 (San Diego) — With the San Diego…
Karnival of the Arts coming to DeAnza Springs April 30 through May 3
East County News Service March 24, 2026 (Jacumba Hot Springs) — Performance art and music will collide and combine in concert in the high desert…
The Circle Players present ‘The Conundrum on the Crackerjack Cruise’ April 17, 18 and 19
East County News Service March 24, 2026 (El Cajon) — The First Presbyterian Church of El Cajon’s theater outreach program, The Circle Players, will navigate…
Mt. Miguel High School Foundation hosts “Spring Craft Fair” April 11 to support local students
East County News Service March 23, 2026 (Spring Valley) — The Mt. Miguel High School Foundation is inviting the community to its upcoming “Spring Craft…
Walden Family Services marks 50 years with golf tournament and ‘No Place Like Home’ gala
East County News Service March 22, 2026 (San Diego) — Nonprofit Walden Family Services , which has supported more than 100,000 foster children and families…
Sarah Foles: A Short Story Collection by Travis Lee provides rich social commentary
Reviewed by Pennell Paugh March 22, 2026 (San Diego) — San Diego author Travis Lee has released a collection of short stories currently displayed in…
Planning under way for 80th annual Crest 4th of July Parade and daylong festival
Vendors, food trucks and parade participants wanted By Paul Levikow March 21, 2026 (Crest) – The Crest Community Association is planning the 80th Annual Crest…
Destination East County: April festivities and Easter events
By Miriam Raftery March 20, 2026 (San Diego’s East County) – Upcoming events in our inland region include egg hunts, a bunny bash, and a…
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Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa’s arrival at Parkway Plaza on November 21
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service November 11, 2025 (El Cajon) — Parkway Plaza will light up the night with its beloved Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa’s Arrival to kick off the
Racing turkeys stampede at Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service November 9, 2025 (Ramona) – This is not a turkey trot. The Wild West Turkey Stampede returns November 15, 28, 29 and 30 at the
BalletCenter Studios bringing a twist on a holiday classic
Printer-friendly version“Clara & the Nutcracker Soldier” Comes to the Joan B. Kroc Theatre East County News Service Nov. 8, 2025 (San Diego) — A fresh take on the
Christmas with the wild animals at Lions Tigers & Bears
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Nov. 18, 2025 (Alpine) — Lions Tigers & Bears, San Diego County’s lone accredited animal sanctuary is getting ready for the winter holidays. The
Marinelli Brothers Circus brings big top shows to El Cajon Nov. 12 – Dec. 5
Printer-friendly version East County News Service November 6, 2025 (El Cajon) – A brand new circus is coming to San Diego’s East County. The Marinelli Brothers Circus brings its
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