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By Miriam Raftery
June 16, 2023 (San Diego's East County) -- A Juneteenth Jubilee, outdoor concerts, the Mt. Helix Food and Wine festival, a Taste of San Diego East, a Team on a Trek challenge, comedy, the musical Grease onstage, 4tth of July celebrations and fireworks are all coming up in San Diego’s East County in June and July.
Find full details on these and many more hot summertime happenings below.
SANTEE SUMMER CONCERTS JUNE 15-AUGUST 17
Santee officials say it’s music to their ears – with the start of the city’s Summer Concerts taking stage on June 15th and running through August 17th.
The concerts are held at Town Center Community Park East on Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (except for July 6th).
For a full list of live bands performing, visit cityofsanteeca.gov .
SOUNDS OF SUMMER JUNE 17 IN LA MESA
The California Note Catchers, a women's four-part harmony chorus, will be presenting "Sounds of Summer" on Saturday, June 17, at 2 p.m. The concert will be held at the La Mesa First United Methodist Church, 4690 Palm Ave., La Mesa.
The chorus will be singing classic and traditional songs. Also featured will be community guest ensembles. For more information, visit www.californianotecatchers.com.
LAUREL AND HARDY COMEDY JUNE 17
Saps at Sea, the San Diego chapter of the Sons of the Desert, the Laurel & Hardy appreciation society, will present their June meeting "Stan & Ollie in Cop Troubles" on June 17 at Trinity Presbytarian Church in Spring Valley.
There will also be cartoons and films featuring guest comedians, as well as Laurel & Hardy's first feature, Pardon Us. as well as the short film The Hoose-Gow.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7. For more information, visit the Saps at Sea Facebook page.
JUNETEENTH JUBILEE AND FRIENDS: JUNE 18 IN LA MESA
You’re invited to celebrate Black culture, history and life while honoring those who fought for freedom and rights. La Mesa’s Juneteenth Celebration will be held Sunday, June 19 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at MacArthur Park,4900 Memorial Drive in La Mesa.
This family oriented celebration features local businesses, educators, writers, churches, community leaders, elected officials, and performers,
Directed by President Abraham Lincoln, federal troops were sent to spread the word that enslaved black people were Americans under the law. On June 19, 1865, 2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation, they finally reached Texas and all Americans became free from slavery. Also known as Emancipation Day, Juneteenth is now a recognized federal holiday.
For more information, visit lamesajuneteenth.org/juneteenth-2023
YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN: JUNE 21-24 AT KROC THEATRE
C. Hook Theater will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” June 21-24 at the Ray & Joan Kroc Performing Arts Theatre (6611 University Ave., San Diego)
The musical is based on the beloved characters created by Charles Shultz in the comic strip “Peanuts.”
Shows are at 7 p.m. each evening, plus a Saturday matinee at 1 p.m.
Tickets are $17 online and $20 at the box office.
For tickets, visit https://www.chooktheater.com/tickets
TASTE OF SAN DIEGO EAST ON JUNE 26
The La Mesa Chamber of Commerce’s 14th annual popular “foodie” event, Taste of San Diego East, is set for Monday, June 26 from 4:30 to p.m. at the newly renovated Town & Country Hotel in Mission Valley. The popularity and crowd of this annual event has outgrown the La Mesa Community Center, where it was held for the first 10 years.
Guests are invited to taste, savor mingle in the ballroom and visit with business There will be food samples, prizes, a silent auction and raffles. For tickets and reservations, visit lamesachamber.net/taste.
LEMON GROVE CONCERTS IN THE PARK JUNE 29-AUGUST10
The City of Lemon Grove invites you to Concerts in the Park each Thursday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Berry Street Park (7071 Mt.Vernon St., Lemon Grove). The concerts run from June 29 through August 10.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair along with your own picnic or barbecue.
Alcohol is prohibited and the park is smoke-free. Pets must be on a leash.
GREASE ONSTAGE IN LA MESA JUNE 30-JULY 9
Visionary Youth Theatre presents Grease: School Version at the Visionary Performance Space (8674 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa) on June 30 – July 9.
The hit musical with a hip-shaking, rock ‘n’ roll score celebrates Rydell High’s class of 1959 in all their duck-tailed, bobby-socked, gum-snapping glory. The fun-loving spirit and immortal songs make Grease a favorite among rock ‘n’ roll fans of all ages.
For tickets, you can visit visionarydancetheatre.org/2023
MT. HELIX FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL AUGUST 19
You’re invited to don your cowboy boots and wrangle up the gang for the Mt. Helix Food and Wine Festival on the evening of August 19th.
This year’s event features a Wild West theme, food and wine tasting from local restaurants and beverage companies, as well as artists, live and silent auctions, live music, sunset views from atop Mt. Helix. and dancing under the stars.
For tickets, visit .mthelixpark.org/.
TEAM ON A TREK JULY 28 AT GROSSMONT CENTER
You’re invited to bring friends, form a team with a creative name and vie for prizes in fun challenges at stations across Grossmont Center in La Mesa on Friday, July 28th from 4 to 7 p.m.
It’s all part of “Team on a Trek,” an event to raise funds for the nonprofit San Diego Oasis Learning & Wellness Centers. The fun will also include music, entertainment and awards.
Think of it as an Amazing Race type of event, but for all ages and levels.
Teams are encouraged to show some spirit and “get silly,” organizers say There will be awards such as best costume/dress, best team name, and most spirited. Multi-generational teams are organized.
There is a fee for teams to enter. You can register for the Team on a Trek event at the San Diego Oasis website, which is San-Diego.OasisNet.org
SANTEE SALUTES JULY 4
The city of Santee will host its annual Santee Salutes celebration on Tuesday, July 4th from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Santee Town Center Community Park East (550 Park Center Drive, Santee)
You’re invited to celebrate our nation’s 247th birthday with fireworks at 9 p.m. that will also feature a soundtrack playing live on SanteeTV.
There will also be live bands, patriotic presentations, food trucks, and more.
Parking is limited, so carpooling and public transit are encouraged, or you can buy a parking permit at cityofsanteeca.gov.
EL CAJON FIREWORKS JULY 4
El Cajon will host its annual Independence Day celebration with fireworks in Kennedy Park (1675 East Madison Ave., El Cajon) on July 4th.
Arrive early and bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner. The family funs includes train rides from 2 to 7 p.m., arts and crafts plus family games from 3 to 7 p.m., live bands from 3 to 9 p.m. and of course, fireworks at 9 p.m.
For more information on the El Cajon 4th July Celebration you can go to elcajon.gov \
POWAY OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration will be held at Poway’s Midland Park (14123 Midland Road, Poway) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4th.
Celebrate our country's independence as it was done a century ago. This event will feature patriotic entertainment, free children's crafts, train displays, and old-fashioned games. Tasty treats and train rides will be available for a nominal fee.
Find more information at Poway.org/calendar
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