Churches join together in thanks
ALPINE — The Churches of the greater Alpine area have met
together every year for Thanksgiving Day.
Wednesday, Nov.25, 7 p.m., at Alpine Elementary School
Auditorium (1850 Alpine Blvd.) we’ll have people and pastors
the Alpine coming to offer their thanks to God. The Alpine
Christian Ministerial Association organizes this annual
event. Pastors and leaders of area churches will be leading
prayer, area musicians will lead songs of thanks, and
together we will say “Thank you, God.”
Historical Society open
ALPINE — The Alpine Historical Society buildings will be
open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 28 and Sunday, Nov. 29
from 2 to 4 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to go back in time and learn
more about Historic Alpine from several knowledgeable
docents. The two historic buildings owned and operated by
the Alpine Historical Society are the Dr. Sophronia Nichol’s
House built in 1896 and the Capt. Adam Beaty house built in
1899. They are both located at 2116 Tavern Road. Just follow
the signs to the Museum.
For further information please call 445-2544.
ACC Winter tennis classes
ALPINE — “Stay fit all year round” is the mantra for the
winter tennis season at the Alpine Community Center.
Classes begin Dec. 2 offered to all age groups and player
ability levels. After school programs for youth players will
be available as well as morning and evening sessions for
adults.
Teaching Professional, Rene Toscano will schedule special
classes for high school student athletes who wish to prepare
for the upcoming Grossmont High School League season.
For registration and information, call Rene’ Toscano at
722-1669 or e-mail retoscano@yahoo.com.
Christmas potluck
DESCANSO — Descanso Town Hall Association hosts its Annual
Christmas potluck on Saturday, Dec. 5 at the town hall.
This opportunity to have dinner with your town begins with a
social hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Alan Sawyer will
deliver the blessing. The inimitable Peter Bradley will give
his rendition of “The Night Before Christmas,” followed by a
specially booked appearance of Santa himself.
Please bring your own dinner service and a dish to pass.
BYOB. The Christmas pot luck is Descanso’s time of
togetherness as we welcome a Joyous Holiday Season.
Alpine Christmas
ALPINE — The 14th Annual Alpine Village Christmas Parade of
Lights & Snow Festival will take place Friday, Dec. 11,
beginning at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join Santa in
the Parade of Lights. The only requirement is your entry be
decorated with lights.
Immediately following the parade, Santa and his helpers will
light the Alpine Community Christmas Tree and join in a
holiday sing-a-long. Free playing on snow for the young at
heart!
Call the Chamber for more information at 445-2722. To
register for the parade check online at
www.AlpineChamber.com. Deadline for parade entries is
Dec.10. |
Holiday trail ride
PINE VALLEY — Horse of the Sun will host a Holiday Trail
Ride to benefit rescue horses on Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. at 28271
Old Hwy. 80, Pine Valley.
The cost is $30 and will include trail ride and brunch
served after the ride, $15 for brunch only. Raffle tickets
will be sold for great prizes, and there will be a silent
auction full of wonderful items such as joint supplements,
equine artwork, restaurant gift certificates, wine, home
decor, tack, grooming products and so much more.
If you have items to donate for the event or would like more
information call Audrey Reynolds at 247-7237 or e-mail
Audreyd1@cox.net. www.savinghorsesinc.com.
AGSA sign-up
ALPINE — Alpine Girls recreational softball is having
registration sign-up on Dec. 5 and 6, at Boulder Oaks
Elementary School from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 6 years and under
are only $20, 8U through 14U are $105 ($125 after Dec. 6).
Any questions please contact Cathy Lindblad at (619)
659-9487.
LTB holiday party
ALPINE — On Saturday, Dec. 5, from 1-5 p.m., LTB’s annual
Holiday Shopping Extravaganza will showcase arts, crafts,
jewelry, clothing, kitchenware, wine tastings and food
offerings from San Diego merchants and home-crafters.
In addition, LTB is sponsoring a food drive to support the
San Diego Food Bank’s Holiday Food Drive and will be
collecting non-perishable and non-glass goods. Everyone who
brings a contribution will receive one free opportunity
drawing ticket to win a “Wild Nights” Camp-Over at LTB for
two people, a value of $400.
Lions Tigers & Bears is open to all its members and their
guests. Entry to the fair is $25 for adults and $15 for
children under 12, and for the first time ever, guests will
receive an annual membership with paid admission.
For tickets or more information, including a complete list
of vendors, visit www.lionstigersandbears.org or call
659-8078.
Holiday home tour
ALPINE — The Alpine Woman’s Club will hold its Fifth Annual
“Christmas in Alpine” on Sunday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m.
Visitors will have an opportunity to stroll through five
stunning country estates, plus three historic buildings,
including the Alpine Museum buildings and the Town Hall.
There will be a $500 opportunity drawing and other raffle
items.
Tickets for the tour are $25 per ticket. To order please
mail a check to the Alpine Woman’s Club P.O. Box 231,
Alpine, CA 91903. Tickets can also be purchased the day of
the event at the Woman’s Club 2156 Alpine Blvd. Proceeds
benefit the preservation of the historic Town Hall.
For further information please call Michelle Albee 722-1032.
Christmas Party
ALPINE — The Harbison Canyon Lions are hosting a free
Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 2-5 p.m. at Old
Ironside County Park, 326 Harbison Canyon Rd.
Santa will have gifts and pictures. Come enjoy Victorian
Musical Entertainment, Pot Luck desserts and beverages.
For more information contact Mary Manning at 445-5044. |
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