Alpine Club readies for Independence Day fest

The Alpine Club will hold its annual Fourth of July Festival in the Park on Friday, July 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....

Where to watch the July 4 pyrotechnics

Big Bay Boom (San Diego Bay) Time: 9 p.m. Location: Fireworks launched simultaneously from four barges on San Diego Bay. Best Viewing Locations:...

Women’s Club gives seniors financial boost

Five local high school seniors were recognized this year by the Alpine Woman’s Club for their academic accomplishments and community involvement, receiving scholarships to...

Reading challenge arrives at county libraries

Everybody knows summer is a great time to catch up on some reading. And it’s even better when you can earn prizes by doing it! Well,...

Free summertime movie series now playing throughout summer

Families are invited to enjoy a free evening of entertainment at the “Movies in the Park” series throughout summer. East County showings include: June 13 “City...

County’s Cool Zones open in advance of hot weather needs

With summer just around the corner, the County of San Diego opened its annual Cool Zones program June 1, giving people free, cool, air-conditioned...

Backcountry bulletin: Student milestones approach

A June 11 webinar is scheduled for parents interested in enrolling their children in full-day pre-school for the 2025-26 school year. Hours are from 8...

No June gloom with library’s hot events

Summer is heating up with exciting events at the library for all ages! On Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., celebrate Worldwide Knit...

Where dinosaurs roamed

Want to feel like you’ve stepped into Jurassic Park or Bedrock, home of the Flintstones and Rubbles? Just east of San Diego, in Alpine,...

Graduation ceremonies set

Graduation ceremonies are planned for graduates of county’s community colleges, including Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges. Grossmont College: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, at San Diego...