DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: WEEKEND OF APRIL 11-13

April 9, 2014 (San Diego’s East County)--This week’s Destination East County has some hot rods, hoofbeats, hoppin’ good fun with the Easter Bunny, and a Sweet 16 party! Click read more and scroll down for details.

The 16^th Annual Morning Glory Brunch will be served at St. Madeleine Sophie’s campus on East Madison Ave. in El Cajon on Saturday, April 12^th from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center is an East County vocational day program for more than 400 adults with developmental disabilities. The brunch features a springtime ambience at the center’s own organic garden, food and beverages from over 20 local restaurants, art work from St. Madeleine Sophie’s students and local artists, live music, cooking demonstrations, boutique shopping, silent and Chinese auctions, and the annual great frog race. Floral arrangements inspired by St. Madeleine’s student artwork will also be displayed.

Contact Neil Fullerton or Julie Rausch at (619) 442-5129 ext. 115 or send an email to nfullerton@stmsc.org. Address: St Madeleine Sophie’s Center, 2119 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon.

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On Saturday, April 12^th, a Wine and Cheese Trail Ride begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Camp Lockett Event & Equestrian Facility in Campo. Participants can experience a trail ride with a wine and cheese tasting at trail’s end. The trail ride includes a tour of Gloriosa Vineyard, heavy hors d’heuvres and wine tastings. Signups on site begin at 9:00 a.m. (with the ride starting at 10:00 a.m.).

Camp Lockett Event and Equestrian Facility is located at 799 Forrest Gate Road in Campo, CA 91906.  Camp Lockett is a former Army base that was once the last station of the famous Buffalo soldiers.

Call Susan Leeper at 619-478-2339 with questions. Sign up early and get more information at http://www.CampoCLEEF.org.

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Saturday, April 12^th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. is the day for the Jamul Kiwanis Hot Rod Show and Chili Cook-off with an All Class Car Show and Chili Cook-off with Raffle Prizes, Food, Live Band and DJ, and Children’s Play area at Pio Pico/ Thousand Trails on Otay Lakes Rd. in Jamul, CA 91935. Information on how and where to enter your chili, as well as antique vehicle registration, T shirt orders, and more can be found on the jamulkiwanis.com website and our East County Magazine calendar.

Proceeds for this event fund the Jamul Kiwanis Scholarship Program. If you are purchasing tickets through the mail, please make checks payable to Jamul Kiwanis and send to P.O. Box 267, Jamul, CA 91935  http://www.Jamulkiwanis.com.

Event address: Pio Pico/ Thousand Trails, 14615 Otay Lakes Rd., Jamul, CA 91935. Call 619-421-0104 for more information.

To register to enter your chili, fill out the form at the following web address and send to P.O. Box 267, Jamul, CA 91935: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/14489b025ee92277?projector=1

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The Easter Bunny will be available for the kids at The Outlets at Viejas on Saturday and Sunday, April 12th and 13^th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Outlets at Viejas are located at 5001 Willows Road in Alpine, CA, 91901. For more information, call 1-877-303-BOWL or go online at www.viejas.com.

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The “4th Annual College Area Taste” will be held on Sunday, April 13^th from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., and will be showcasing over 20 diverse dining destinations in the College Area. The Old Town Trolley will be there to assist tasters needing a lift from one area to the next.

Tickets to the 4th Annual College Area Taste are just $25.00 in advance and $30.00 on the day of the event. Proceeds from the College Area Taste benefit the College Area Business District. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.collegeareabid.com/#&panel1-3. Phone: 619.582.1093

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The German American Societies of El Cajon are having a special musical event on Saturday, April 12^th with special guest star ANDY, a well-known folk singer of music and television in Germany. There will be four hours of entertainment and dancing, along with a sausage dinner. The event will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the German American Society at 1017 South Mollison Avenue in El Cajon, CA 92020. Call (619) 442-6637 for more information.

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Now for a preview of some upcoming East County events, including some events for Easter:

The Cottonwood Golf Club is featuring a Champagne Easter Brunch in their pavilion and spring gardens with lake views on Sunday, April 20^th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The brunch includes meat carving stations, a waffle station, entrees, dessert offerings, and much more.

For more information, including the complete menu and to book reservations, contact the Cottonwood Golf Club at 619-442-9891 Ext. 22 or www.cottonwoodgolf.com. Cottonwood Golf Club is located at 3121 Willow Glen Drive in El Cajon, CA 92019.

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Saturday, April 19^th is the last day to ride the Bunny Train; a real train out at the Campo Depot and Pacific Southwest Railway Museum. The Bunny Train has lots of Easter eggs and fun craft activities for the kids. Trains depart Campo depot at 11:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. for a scenic one-hour round-trip journey through the mountains with the Easter Bunny. Advance reservations required for this event at www.psrm.org.

The Campo Depot is located at 750 Depot Street in Campo, CA 91906. They can be reached by phone on weekends at (619) 478-9937.

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The 60^th Annual Easter Pancake Breakfast will be held in Alpine on Easter Sunday, April 20^th from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Alpine Elementary School Auditorium at 1850 Alpine Boulevard in Alpine. For more information, contact the Alpine Chamber of Commerce at www.AlpineChamber.com.

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The 19^th Annual East County Garden Tour put on by the Friends of East County Arts, Inc. takes place on Saturday, April 26^th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All six gardens offer a variety of settings to learn from and enjoy.

Included in this year’s tour are:

•Recreated gardens of succulents and water-wise settings

•Gardens of colorful plants, nature habitats, peaceful respites, unique “corners” and beautiful views

•An African-themed explosion of colorful characters and drought-tolerant plants

•The 2 Acre St. Madeleine Sophie’s Organic Garden and nursery, which sells many wonderful plants

•“Applecrate” vendors offering delightful crafts and garden creations for purchase

Tickets for the 19th Annual Garden Tour are $15.00 in advance or $18.00 at any garden site the day of the tour. Contact Christy Klock at 619 442-8515 for advanced tickets or visit their website at www.friendsofecarts.org.

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A “Beekeeping for Fun and Health” workshop will be offered at the Alpine Branch of the San Diego County Library System on Thursday, April 17^th at 6:00 p.m. All ages are welcome. The address of the Alpine Library is 2130 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA, 91901. Call 619-445-4221 for info.

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