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“IMAGES OF SUMMER” CELEBRATES SUMMER SOLSTICE JUNE 22 AT O’DUNN FINE ART
Printer-friendly version June 17, 2011 (La Mesa)–What is your image of summer? Being on the water, a back country visit, ripe grapes in the sun? We all have nostalgic and joyful memories of summers past, and hopes for relaxation, recreation and friendship in the months ahead. "Images of Summer" at O’Dunn Fine Art in La Mesa will present–in the vernacular of painting–sunny
FOOD, MUSIC AND TRAINS: FATHER’S DAY GALA JUNE 19TH
Printer-friendly version June 16, 2011 (Campo) — The public is invited to the annual Fathers’ Day gala at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum living-history & train-operation center, Campo, on Sunday June 19th from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event will feature a complete barbeque lunch prepared onsite from 12:30 to 2:15 p.m., live folk music, and vintage
TRACKING DOGS INSPIRE KIDS TO “READ FOR A REASON”
Printer-friendly version June 16, 2011 (Poway) –To kick off the County Library’s Summer Reading Club, a team of search and rescue beagles visited children at the Poway Library today. Some kids even read their favorite books aloud to the friendly animals. It was a fitting meeting: This summer, kids and adults can “Read for a Reason,” to benefit
CITY OF EL CAJON 4TH OF JULY PICNIC & FIREWORKS
Printer-friendly version June 16, 2011 (El Cajon) — The fun begins Monday at 12 noon with the annual 4th of July Picnic at Kennedy Park, followed by a spectacular fireworks show at 9:00 p.m. Kennedy Park, a “smoke and alcohol free” park, is located at 1675 East Madison Avenue in El Cajon. Once again Waste Management has generously partnered
BENEFIT PERFORMANCE OF GAM3RS FOR JAPAN RELIEF FRIDAY, JUNE 17
Printer-friendly version All ticket and raffle sales from the event will assist Japan in rebuilding after earthquake, tsunami San Diego, CA, June 13, 2011 – GAM3RS, the hysterical one-man play about role-playing games, work, life and elves, returns to San Diego for a special benefit performance Friday, June 17 at 7 p.m. at the Ansir Innovation Center. Created by San
ART LOVERS DELIGHT: 6 GALLERIES, 1 SHOW JUNE 17 IN DOWNTOWN EL CAJON
Printer-friendly version June 15, 2011 (El Cajon) — Art lovers are invited to stroll through "6 Galleries-1 Evening" in a "Downtown Gallery Walk" on June 17 from 5-8 p.m. All six galleries are now located within a half-block in the heart of downtown El Cajon. In addition to savoring art by local artists, visitors can also sip champagne and wine, enjoy
NILE SISTERS WORLD REFUGEE MONTH OPEN HOUSE
Printer-friendly version June 14, 2011 (San Diego) — On Saturday, June 18 the Nile Sisters will be holding an open house from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. in recognition of World Refugee Month. The Nile Sisters help refugee women in the San Diego area with the needs they have to get settled. The cost is free, but donations are appreciated.
KEYS CREEK LAVENDER HIGH TEA
Printer-friendly version June 14, 2011, The Keys Creek Lavender Farm will be holding high tea parties on three days in June on the 23rd, 24th, and the 25th. This very popular event sells out very quickly. The three June dates above have been added to accomodate requests already made.
BAREFOOT BLISS: ORFILA GRAPE STOMP SET FOR AUGUST 27
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery June 6, 2011 (San Pasqual) –Doff your shoes, kick up your heels and dive into a barrel of ripe grapes at Orfila Vineyards annual Grape Stomp on Saturday, August 27th. This popular event sells out early each year and includes a wine-tasting reception with hors-d’oeuvres, dinner buffet, live performance by Java Sounds featuring saxophonist
FATHER’S DAY AT LIONS TIGERS AND BEARS
Printer-friendly version June 11, 2011 (Alpine) Lions tigers and Bears is a big cat and exotic animal rescue service. It will be celebrating Father’s Day with a Tacos and Beer celebration. There will be a taco cart with a server on the premises making fresh tacos. The tacos and beer will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
LA MESA IS READING IN THE PARK JUNE 18
Printer-friendly version June 11, 2011 (La Mesa) — The City of La Mesa, in partnership with the La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation, San Diego County La Mesa Branch Library, Readers Inc., and Friends of the La Mesa Library, will co-host Reading in the Park on Sat., June 18 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon at CollierPark, 4401 Palm Avenue, La Mesa.
SANTEE SUMMER CONCERTS SERIES MOVES TO NEW VENUE
Printer-friendly version June 10, 2011 (Santee) — The Santee Summer Concert Series, now in its 28th year begins June 16 and features a live band from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. every Thursday through August 18 (Except July 7). The series features the return of four bands that last year were crowd favorites, plus six other bands that range
LA MESA’S “SUNDAYS AT SIX” CONCERTS IN THE PARK BEGIN THIS WEEKEND
Printer-friendly version June 10, 2011 (La Mesa) –The Chipotle “Sundays At Six” Summer Concerts Series at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa continues for its tenth season beginning on Sunday, June 12, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The concerts are held at the outdoor amphitheatre at Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden Street, La Mesa. Admission is free.
JULIAN WOMEN’S CLUB HOSTS APPLE BLOSSOM TEAM JUNE 10
Printer-friendly version Tea, Cakes and Frivolity Planned June 10, 2011 (Julian)–Residents throughout San Diego County are invited to attend the Julian Woman’s Club Apple Blossom Tea today. The annual event, attended by people of all ages, offers a formal English tea serving with sandwiches and sweet pastries. The event also includes opportunities to win themed gift baskets. Attendees
FREE SUMMER HEALTHCARE FAIR SAT. JUNE 11 AT GROSSMONT CENTER
Printer-friendly version June 8, 2011 (La Mesa)–East County’s largest annual free health fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 11, at the Grossmont Center mall in La Mesa, near the movie theaters. The San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce, organizer of the event, expects over 75 exhibit booths will feature health screenings for
LAVENDER DAY BLOSSOMS AT SUMMERS PAST FARMS JUNE 18
Printer-friendly version June 6, 2011 (Flinn Springs) – The South of France is famed for its lavender fields. Yet many local residents don’t realize that lavender is grown right here in East County. Summers Past Farms invites you to celebrate the fragrance and beauty of lavender on “Lavender Day”, Saturday June 18th. Jim Earp will provide live music while guests
BACK TO THE 50’S CAR SHOW –TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME …..
Printer-friendly version Every Thursday night 5-8 p.m. during the months of June, July and August June 5, 2011 (La Mesa) –Starting Thursday June 2, 2011, The La Mesa Car Show starts a thirteen week run. Thousands of spectators attend the weekly car show. In addition to the show crafters and street vendors display their products. The show
WILDLIFE ART BY GLORIA CHADWICK AT EL CAJON LIBRARY IN JUNE
Printer-friendly version June 5, 2011 (El Cajon) – Thirty oil and acrylic paintings featuring wildlife from Africa, North America and Asia are on exhibit in a solo show by artist Gloria Chadwick during June at the El Cajon Library. Located at 201 East Douglas in El Cajon, the library is open seven days a week. The artist has traveled to
FREE FAMILY FUN IN LA MESA: OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERTS & MOVIES
Printer-friendly version June 4, 2011 (La Mesa) — This summer the City of La Mesa is offering fun, safe, and FREE outdoor family activities including the Chipotle “Sundays at Six” Summer Concert Series each Sunday in June and July at Harry Griffith Park. In addition, the city hosts a popular outdoor movie night July 29 at La Mesita Park plus a special "dive-in" showing
WINGS OVER GILLESPIE AIR SHOW JUNE 3-5 PROMISES A “HOWLING GOOD TIME” FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Printer-friendly version 16th annual air show commemorates historic Battle of Midway June 3, 2011 (El Cajon) — The 16th Annual Wings Over Gillespie air show will feature the howl of airplane engines such as the B-17 Flying Fortress and B-25 Mitchell bombers, Northrop N9M Flying Wing, F4F Wildcat, the TBF Avenger, the A6M Zero, the SBD Dauntless, and
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Jamul Casino Resort gets two film awards
Printer-friendly version Water Sweet – The Story of Jamul” Earns Top Honors at AAF Reno ADDY Awards East County News Service April 1, 2026 (Jamul) – Jamul Casino Resort has been recognized with two prestigious ADDY Awards from AAF Reno, earning a Gold ADDY and Best of Show in the Corporate Social Responsibility category for “Water Sweet – The Story
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…
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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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