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SNOW DAY AT LINDO LAKES DECEMBER 6
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery November 20, 2024 (Lakeside) — Even sunny San Diego can get snow with the assistance of modern technology. You’re invited to Snow Day at

LAKESIDE ARTIST WINS BEST OF THEME AWARD
Printer-friendly versionSource: San Diego Watercolor Society Photo: “Got My Eye On You” by Dottie Thompson. Watercolor, 18 x 24”. Image courtesy of San Diego Watercolor Society November 19, 2024 (Lakeside) – Dottie

LEMON GROVE TOASTS TO HOLIDAYS WITH BONFIRE DECEMBER 6
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service November 13, 2024 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Grove invites you to the city’s annual community bonfire on Friday, December 6 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

PRISON DOCUMENTARY COULD SWEEP SAN DIEGO FESTIVAL CIRCUIT
Printer-friendly versionBy Michael Howard Photo: Dr. Paul and Lori Sutton at the San Diego Film Awards. Photo courtesy of Paul Sutton November 11, 2024 (San Diego) – A retired

WATER CONSERVATION GARDEN CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY WITH FREE CELEBRATION NOV. 9
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery November 7, 2024 (Rancho San Diego, CA) – The Water Conservation Garden is hosting a free 25th anniversary celebration this Saturday, November 9, from

FIND THE PERFECT GIFT AT MISSION TRAILS HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE NOV. 9
Printer-friendly versionSource: Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation November 5, 2024 (San Diego) – It’s that time of year again: time to find the perfect gift for that special someone. You

FIND THE PERFECT GIFT AT MISSION TRAILS HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE NOV. 9
Printer-friendly versionSource: Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation November 5, 2024 (San Diego) – It’s that time of year again: time to find the perfect gift for that special someone. You

SAN DIEGO REGIONAL EAST COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 113TH ANNUAL EAST COUNTY HONORS AWARDS GALA NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Printer-friendly versionSource: East County Chamber of Commerce November 1, 2024 (El Cajon) – The San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2024 East County

SAN DIEGO REGIONAL EAST COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 113TH ANNUAL EAST COUNTY HONORS AWARDS GALA NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Printer-friendly versionSource: East County Chamber of Commerce November 1, 2024 (El Cajon) – The San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2024 East County

BORREGO SPRINGS FILM INSTITUTE PRESENTS CASABLANCA AND MORE FREE SCREENINGS
Printer-friendly version East County News Service October 27, 2024 (Borrego Springs) – The Borrego Springs Film Institute is offering a series of free film showings at the Borrego Springs Performing
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Events planned to support family of La Mesa Police officer killed in car crash
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 23, 2025 (La Mesa) — At least three events are planned to honor fallen La Mesa Police officer Lauren Craven, one tomorrow night

Full Moon Walk in Anza Borrego’s South Palm Wash Nov. 5
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service October 21, 2025 (Anza Borrego)—You’re invited to walk by the light of a full moon in Anza Borrego Desert State Park’s South Palm Canyon Wash

Destination East County: Notable November Events
Printer-friendly version October 18, 2025 (San Diego’s East County) – November brings numerous noteworthy events to East County, including the Ramona Art and Wine Festival, an Antique and Craft Fair

Looking for Tank Man by Ha Jin
Printer-friendly versionReviewed by Pennell Paugh October 18, 2025 (San Diego) – National award-winning author Ha Jin, who became a U.S. citizen after the Tiananmen Square uprising. explores themes of rebellion

El Presidio de San Diego: Excavating Southern California’s Lost City by Richard Carrico
Printer-friendly versionReviewed by Pennell Paugh October 19, 2025 (San Diego) – History buffs will love Richard Carrico’s new book, El Presidio de San Diego: Excavating Southern California’s Lost City. The

No Kings rallies across San Diego County and nation Oct. 18
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service October 16, 2025 (San Diego) – Organizers are predicting that this Saturday’s “No Kings” demonstration against the “authoritarianism of the Trump regime” may be the

Lemon Grove film premiere Oct. 17 and 18 shines light on community spirit and history
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service October 16, 2025 (Lemon Grove) – Lemon Town Films proudly presents the hometown premiere of Welcome Home to Lemon Grove, California, a new documentary by

Olaf Weighorst Museum announces 1st annual fashion show fundraiser: ”Boots and Belles: Fashion at the Wieggy”
Printer-friendly version East County News Service October 16, 2025 (El Cajon) – Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center will host its first annual Fashion Show Fundraiser – “Boots and Belles:

13th annual Ramona Art, Wine & Music Festival set for Nov. 1
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Oct. 15, 2025 (Ramona) — The 13th annual Ramona Art, Wine & Music Festival is heading to the Begent Ranch in Ramona on Saturday,

Hear our interview: Santee filmmaker Natalie Camou de Zavaleta talks about #1Bad Dad, her short comedy airing at the San Diego Film Festival
Printer-friendly version By Heidi Hope October 8, 2025 (Santee) – Natalie Camou de Zavaleta is a Santee resident and award-winning filmmaker whose short comedy, #1 Bad Dad, will be showing