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MASTERS OF THE FIDDLE: NOV. 6 IN POWAY

November 4, 2010

Printer-friendly version  November 4, 2010 (Poway) – Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, two of the world’s most celebrated Celtic fiddlers and the power couple of the Canadian fiddling world, return to Poway for a concert at 8 p.m. on Saturday, November 6th.   Known for her flamboyant style and trademark step-dancing, MacMaster is the sweetheart superstar of the Cape Breton

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A HEAPING HELPING OF THANKS: SHARING THANKSGIVING WITH A CANCER PATIENT OR SURVIVOR

November 4, 2010

Printer-friendly version November 4, 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — When it comes to giving thanks, cancer survivors and their loved ones usually have a full plate. For those who have battled cancer, simply having another sunrise…that’s a blessing to be savored and shared. Author Joni Aldrich lists five ways to share the blessings—along with the dressing—during this season of thanks.   For

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WOODWIND QUINTET PRESENTS AN EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC NOVEMBER 13

November 3, 2010

Printer-friendly version  November 3, 2010 (El Cajon)–Grossmont College Music Department will present the Grossmont College Symphony Woodwind Quintet’s performance of “An Evening of Chamber Music” starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Cuyamaca College Arts Center auditorium, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway, in El Cajon. The public is invited to attend.   Admission is $10 for adults and

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HOW PREPARED IS OUR REGION FOR FIRE? ASK CHIEF GHIO–NOV. 13 IN LA MESA

October 30, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 30, 2010 (La Mesa) — The East San Diego County League of Women Voters and the American Association of University Women are co-sponsoring a meeting with Augie Ghio, Fire Chief of San Miguel Fire Protection District.   The meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2010, at the Helix Water District Boardroom, 7811

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HAUNTED HALLOWEEN TRAIL HIKE AT DOS PICOS

October 29, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 29, 2010 (Ramona)–What could be spookier than a haunted hike in the woods?  Dos Picos CountyPark in Ramona is offering a haunted trail hike on Saturday, October 30th at 7:30 and 8 p.m.   The scary but kid-friendly trail hikes will include a moderate walk with some hills and uneven surfaces. Younger hikers must be accompanied by an

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FAMILY FUN & GIANT PUMPKINS AT BATES NUT FARM

October 28, 2010

Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery October 27, 2010 (Valley Center) – Bates Nut Farm in Valley Center is famed for its giant pumpkins—some topping the scales at over 100 pounds. You can also find Jack-o-lantern pumpkins, mini-pumpkins, and much more. In addition, the farm offers tractor hayrides, a straw maze, pony rides, petting corral, farm zoo, costume contest and scarecrow

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PANCAKES & POLITICS: EAST COUNTY CANDIDATES’ FORUM OCT. 29

October 28, 2010

Printer-friendly version October 28, 2010 (Rancho San Diego) – Rancho San Diego-Jamul Chamber of Commerce invites the public to a “Pancakes & Politics” breakfast on October 29th from 7:30-9 a.m. at Press Box Sport Lounge & Restaurant, 2990 Jamacha Road in the Rancho San Diego area of El Cajon.   Congressman Duncan Hunter and his opponent, Ray Lutz, are both confirmed.

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A SPIRITED ADVENTURE: GHOST TOURS IN THE ANZA-BORREGO DESERT

October 28, 2010

Printer-friendly version October 27, 2010 (Borrego) – California Overland Desert Excursions invites you to learn about the spirits who roam the desert in a unique, overnight ghost tour on Saturday, October 30th. Spend the night next to a haunted cemetery near a historic stagecoach stop, or opt for an evening-only rate. Historians will relate true tales of people who met

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“THRILLING” HALLOWEEN EVENTS ANNOUNCED AT WESTFIELD PARKWAY PLAZA

October 27, 2010

Printer-friendly version  Mall-wide trick- or-treating, “Scare Away Hunger” with San Diego Food Bank, and a dance performance of “Thriller” by St. Madeleine Sophie Center students   October 27, 2010 (El Cajon) Westfield Parkway is hosting a mall-wide trick or treat event on October 31st and has partnered with the San Diego Food Bank to “Scare Away Hunger.” Anyone can bring

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GHOULISH TIMES AHEAD AT THE RETURN OF BARONA’S PARTY PIT

October 27, 2010

Printer-friendly version Table Game Halloween-Themed Party on Oct. 30 to Feature Treats and Cash Giveaways   October 27, 2010 (Lakeside) – Barona Resort & Casino is getting in the Halloween spirit with the return of its popular Party Pit with a fun trick-or-treat theme. On Saturday, October 30 from 6 p.m. to midnight, table game players will have a chance

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BLACK HAWK HELICOPTER TO JOIN EL CAJON CAR SHOW & “TRUNK OR TREAT” WED. OCT. 27

October 27, 2010

Printer-friendly version Kamps Propane makes challenge donation to raise funds for veterans’ Wall of Honor October 26, 2010 (El Cajon) – Alpine Kiwanis joins Blackhawk Helicopters at tomorrow’s El Cajon Car Show and “Trunk or Treat” Halloween event tomorrow tonight, October 27, at Main and Magnolia in downtown El Cajon from 5-8 p.m.   Visitors can have photos taken with

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“SPOOKTACULAR” HALLOWEEN FUN AT COUNTY PARKS

October 26, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 17 2010 (San Diego’s East County) — Several San Diego County Parks and Community Centers are offering fun and family-friendly activities this Halloween season. Lakeside, Spring Valley and Fallbrook Community Centers will be hosting Halloween Festivals on Sunday, October 31. Activities include costume contests, games, videos, astro jumps, face painting, balloons, tricks and treats.  On October 30, Valley Center’s Hellhole

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SPOOKY CAMP-OUT WITH BIG CATS OCT. 29-30 AT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS

October 25, 2010

Printer-friendly version October 9, 2010 (Alpine) – Lions, Tigers and Bears invites you to come spend a “wild and ghoulish night in the country” with Raja, Bakari, Conga and other wild creatures at this big cat rescue facility in Alpine October 29-30. Camp-outs sell out quickly, so call to reserve space at (619)659-8078.   Pitch a tent and set-up camp

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BOO BASH & HARVEST FAIR OCT. 30 AT KROC CENTER

October 24, 2010

Printer-friendly version Family-Friendly, Safe Halloween Party and Craft Fair   October 9, 2010 (San Diego ) — Local children are invited to celebrate Halloween in a safe, family-friendly environment at Salvation Army Kroc Center’s annual BOO BASH and Harvest Fair on Saturday, October 30th at 5 p.m.   The hauntless jaunt promises hours of festive fun including cookie decorating, pumpkin

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DIRTY DASHING: SAN DIEGO “MUD RUN” KICKS OFF OCT. 31

October 24, 2010

Printer-friendly version Halloween event includes prizes for runners with best costumes October 21, 2010 (El Cajon) – Up to 3,000 participants are expected to take part in a 5K “Mud Run” on October 31st. The charity fundraiser  takes off at Skyline Church, 11330 in La Mesa, raising money to benefit children’s programs with Sonshinehaven.org, programs offered by Skyline Sports, and

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HOWL-O-WEEN COSTUME CONTEST & OCTOBER YAPPY HOUR OCT. 28

October 24, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 23, 2010 (El Cajon) – Camp Bow-Wow invites you and your dog to celebrate Halloween early at “Yappy Hour” on Thursday, October 28 from 6-8 p.m. at the Downtown Café. “Bring your pup or pups in costume and win some great prizes,” a press release for the event states. “We will be judging most creative, funniest and

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VIEJAS OUTLET CENTER OFFERS A SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO TRICK-OR-TREAT ON THE STREET THIS HALLOWEEN

October 22, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 21, 2010 (Alpine) – Viejas Outlet Center is once again offering a safe alternative to traditional trick-or-treating.  Stores will welcome little ghosts, goblins and parents to participate in this free family event, which runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 31. “More and more parents seem to be looking for a safer Halloween experience

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MUSIC TO THEIR EARS: VALLEY MUSIC’S OPEN MIKE NIGHT OCT. 30

October 22, 2010

Printer-friendly version By Anne Spencer and Hub Thompson   October 21, 2010 (El Cajon) — Valley Music Store hosts its next open mike nights  from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sasturday, October 30th. For many years now, the 58-year-old music store has had a reputation for drawing some of the best musical talent around at its open mike nights. These events

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BOO! PARADE TO HAUNT COLLEGE AREA ON SATURDAY, OCT. 23

October 18, 2010

Printer-friendly version October 22, 2010 (San Diego)–The Boulevard BOO! Parade travels through the College Area near San Diego State University starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 23, 2010.  Guests are invited to watch the parade of floats, costumed coeds and community members.  Visitors  can also enjoy carnival rides, vendors, and new this year–a haunted pumpkin patch.    Beginning at 59th

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ASID KITCHEN TOUR SERVES UP 9 SAVORY REMODELS OCT. 23

October 18, 2010

Printer-friendly version  October 20, 2010 (San Diego) — The American Society of Interior Designers’ self-guided Kitchen Tour, set for Saturday, Oct. 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., will showcase nine  remodeled kitchens in San Diego County designed by some of the top designers in the region.   Tour sites include three in San Diego’s inland regions (La Mesa, Rancho Bernardo and Poway), as

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East County Chamber honors leaders, organizations at 114th annual soiree

March 3, 2026

Printer-friendly versionSycuan Casino Resort hosted the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce’s 114th annual East County Honors Awards Gala over the weekend. Photos and story by Karen Pearlman March 2, 2026 (El Cajon) — More than 400 business and nonprofit leaders, community advocates and public officials gathered at Sycuan Casino Resort last Saturday for the 114th Annual East County

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San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce hosts 114th annual East County Honors Awards gala

February 27, 2026

Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service February 27, 2026 (El Cajon) — On Saturday, February 28, the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the 114th anniversary of its annual East County Honors event at Sycuan Casino Resort at 5 p.m. Since 1912, the Chamber has held the tradition of swearing in the new Chamber Board of Directors and recognizing

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Poway Symphony concert March 22 features Mendelssohn Classics

February 26, 2026

Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 26, 2026 (Poway) — The Poway Symphony Orchestra  will perform a “Mendelssohn Classics” concert that starts at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 22, at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. Poway Symphony Orchestra, a 65-member ensemble, will perform under the baton of Conductor and Music Director John LoPiccolo. Ensemble leadership said that the afternoon will showcase

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Galloping into the Year of the Fire Horse in East County

February 18, 2026

Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 18, 2026 (San Diego County) — The thunder of hooves isn’t just coming from local farms and ranches this week; it’s the sound of the Year of the Fire Horse. Lunar New Year festivities — some of which will last all year long — are trotting through the region. The 2026 celebrations carry a

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Treasure hunters wanted at Parkway Collectibles event

February 12, 2026

Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Feb. 12, 2026 (El Cajon) — Whether you are hunting for a rare holographic Pokémon Charizard or looking to add the latest vaulted Funko Pop to your shelf, Parkway Plaza is the place to be later this month. Parkway Collectibles, the monthly pop-up event hosted by The Coin Toss, is set to return from 11 a.m. to 7

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