Albertson’s Rummage Sale
ALPINE — A community rummage sale and car wash will be held
on Saturday May 23 at 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Albertson’s
parking lot.
Get two spaces for $10: One to park and the other to display
your items. There is limited space so please see Customer
Service to reserve your spot.
There are three ways to participate, 1) drop off small items
at the Relay for Life area before 8 a.m., 2) Reserve a space
and keep all the money you raise, 3) Reserve a space on the
Relay for Life side and donate all the money to Alpine’s
Relay for Life.
Please bring your own tables and chairs. All monies raised
for space rentals will benefit The American Cancer Society’s
Relay for Life.
VFW honors veterans
ALPINE — The Alpine VFW Bert Fuller Post #9578 will hold
services at Alpine Queen of Angels Cemetery at 11 a.m. on
Monday, May 25.
This service is to remember all veterans alive and to honor
those who are no longer with us today. The public is invited
to attend this ceremony.
Relay for Life contest
ALPINE — Enter the “Show us your hope, Alpine” contest and
display your entry during the week of May 25 to 30.
Everyone is encouraged to participate. We are asking that
everyone place a purple ribbon on their mail box, around a
tree in their yard, or on their car. Wear purple to school
or work. If your display of Hope is voted the best, you
could win free dinner for two at the
Winner will be selected by Alpine’s cancer survivors,
caregivers, and families at the relay for Life of Alpine
Survivor Luncheon on May 30. Relay For Life of Alpine on
June 27-28.
If you or someone you know is a cancer survivor, please
contact Dolores Hamilton at deeserena@cox.net to receive an
invitation to the luncheon. To enter your display just fill
an application form at Postal Annex+ in the Alpine Creek
Center, 1347 Tavern Road entry fee is $10 donation to the
relay for life of Alpine and benefits the American cancer
society. All entries must be submitted before close of
business on Friday, May 29.
Conservation day
EL CAJON — The Blossom valley water task force announces
energy & water conservation day on Saturday, May 30 from 1-4
p.m., at 15853 Broad Oaks Road, El Cajon.
The event will feature information on the upcoming water
delivery cuts and the level 2 drought alert condition. Padre
Dam representatives will be on hand to review individual
accounts and answer questions. There will be demonstrations
of water conservation measures, products, xeriscape plants
and alternatives. The event will be held in blossom valley
at the home of Jim Callaghan and is free to the public.
Fore more information e-mail theblossomvalleynetwork@cox.net.
Open House
ALPINE — The Alpine Historical Society Museum will be open
to the public on Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31 from 2 to
4 p.m.
Both historic houses are owned by the Alpine Historical
Society. They are the Dr. Sophronia Nichol’s House built in
1896 and the Capt Adam Beaty house built in 1899. They are
located at 2116 Tavern Road. Just follow the signs to the
Museum.
For further information please call Carol Morrison 445-2544.
Woman’s Club
scholarship
ALPINE — Each year, the Alpine Woman’s Club gives away
scholarships to deserving Alpine seniors. This year they
will give three $1,000 scholarships to deserving students.
Scholarships are awarded to students who reside in the
Alpine community; have a well-developed sense of community
participation and/or have been diligently applying
themselves in the employment area; have shown scholastic
achievement; and they must demonstrate a need for financial
assistance.
Applications for scholarships must be received by May 31.
You may obtain a Word document to facilitate completion of
the application by e-mailing info@alpinewomansclub.org.
Should you have questions or concerns, please feel free to
contact the Foundation at 445-5247 or Margaret Smith
659-0050. |
Sunset the Sunrise Powerlink
LAKESIDE — The East County Community Action Coalition (ECCAC)
will host a call to action fundraiser on Saturday, May 30
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hazy Meadows Ranch, 15466 El Monte
Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040.
The event to raise awareness and money to fight San Diego
Gas & Electric’s proposed Sunrise Powerlink project will
feature live music, raffles, silent auctions, games,
activities and food.
Tickets are $5 person. For more information contact 442-5354
or check online at www eastcountyaction.org.
Meeting with Reps
CAMPO — In light of the severe economic problems facing our
nation and state, H.O.P.E. of the Mountain Empire is hosting
a meet and greet with Senator Ducheny (Sen. Budget
Committee) and Assemblywoman Mary Salas on Saturday, May 30.
The informal meeting will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at 31310
Hwy 94, Campo (Star Ranch main house).
Come meet and talk with your State Representatives and hear
what they have to say about issues that affect our local
communities. Locally grown Gloriosa wine and cheese will be
served.
Please RSVP to Randy Lenac 478-5403.
Dedication ceremony
ALPINE — The Alpine Kiwanis Club will host a dedication
ceremony on May 30 to honor members Reverend Frank Pannitti
and Don Cockayne, whose names will be added to The Memorial
of Distinguished Kiwanians from Alpine who have passed away.
The ceremony, at the Kiwanis Memorial Gazebo, located at the
Alpine Woman’s Club at 9 a.m. The Reverend Chuck Carder who
is a member of The Alpine Kiwanis Club will offer the
benediction and say a few words.
Book signing
ALPINE — Did you know there was an airport in Alpine? Who is
Joan Mac Queen and why was the Middle School named after
her? Local author, Carlette Anderson, has discovered some
fascinating data while doing research for her new book “My
Alpine.”
Ms. Anderson will be doing a book signing at Albertson’s on
Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
NRA Family Day
ALPINE — Lemon Grove Rod and Gun Club will host a NRA Day
Family Shooting Sports Camp at their facility on May 30 from
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Alpine. This free event is open to the
public for people over the age of six.
The goal of this event is to introduce families to a variety
of shooting sports and outdoor activities in a safe,
supervised, and enjoyable environment. Each participant will
receive a comprehensive gun safety lesson, gun safety
brochure, and free lunch.
For more information on NRA Day, contact Amanda Millward,
Shooting Sports Camp Coordinator at (703) 267-1591 or visit
www.nrahq.org/education/shootingcamp.asp.
Concerts in the Park
ALPINE — The Alpine Community Center’s annual Concerts in
the Park series is set to begin on Sunday, May 31, with the
classic rock and blues/country sounds of the Pine Creek
Posse. These free community concerts begin at 5 p.m. each
Sunday evening.
This year’s schedule is as follows: May 31 — Pine Creek
Posse (classic rock, blues and country); June 7 — Marine
Corps Band (military marching band); June 14 — Swamp
Critters (danceable good time Louisiana style music); June
21 — Midilin Brother’s Band (Classic rock from the last 50
years), June 28 — The Legends (rock and roll, Motown, and
Doo-wop revue); July 5 — Good Mojo (high energy dance rock).
On June 7, when the center hosts the Marine Corps Band there
will be a special gathering on the balcony of the ACC. The
cost is $10 per person unless you are active duty or a
veteran of any branch of the service. Non- hosted bar and
light buffet included. Seating is limited, so please RSVP
(445-7330 X16) sponsor a table for $150, which includes
seating for 10 and a memorial/business acknowledgement on
your table. Sponsored by Larry Curtis and wife, Lynn
Shipman. |
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