Chaldean Culture & Traditions celebration
Monday, Aug. 28
Leaders of the local Chaldean community will be on hand for a special Chaldean Culture & Traditions celebration. Highlights include an abundance of Chaldean food, music and dance. 2–3 p.m. on the Grand Lawn at Cuyamaca College, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway. Visit bit.ly/2wwaVdr or contact Anne Krueger at [email protected].
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesdays; Aug. 30, Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20
Caregivers are welcome to this inclusive support group that offers relevant information and resources. Free parking. Ring the bell upon arrival. 10 a.m. at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Braun Library, 6600 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Carlos. Contact Sandy McCauley at 858-442-8412.
La Mesa Classic Car Show
Thursday, Aug. 31
La Mesa Village Association presents their last La Mesa Classic Car Show on Aug. 31. The event features pre-1974 vehicles, live music and shopping. 5–8 p.m. on La Mesa Boulevard. Visit bit.ly/2qTTeiy.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Saturday, Sept. 9
Join the fight for Alzheimer’s first survivor. The route length is 5K. 8:30 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m. ceremony; 10 a.m. walk. The walk takes place at Crown Point Park, Mission Bay. Contact Edward Jones at 858-551-9811 or visit bit.ly/2w7W490.
San Diego Costume Guild annual sale
Saturday, Sept. 9
San Diego Costume Guild and San Diego Steampunk are hosting their annual costume sale. Over 20 vendors will be featured. Free entry. Cash sales only. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 8118 University Ave. Contact Lisa Root at 619-553-5252.
‘Twilight Tasting at the Trails’
Saturday, Sept. 9
Members of the Kiwanis Clubs of Lake Murray, La Mesa and Fletcher Hills invite you to their sponsorship fundraiser. The event will feature local craft beers, wines and food. Tickets are $40. 6–9 p.m. at Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail. Call 619-212-9132 for reservations or contact Bob Battenfield at 619-465-8305 for more information.
Afternoon Tea at Noah Homes
Saturday, Sept. 9
La Mesa Sunshine Rotary Club will host afternoon tea at Noah Homes. Mingle with friends and neighbors while eating finger sandwiches and cakes. $50 per person. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to four local organizations honored at the event. 1–4 p.m. at Noah Homes, 12526 Campo Road in Rancho San Diego. Contact Christine Evans at 858-967-9531 or visit bit.ly/2wweDDM.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Saturday, Sept. 16
Drop off your household hazardous waste including batteries, electronics, paints, propane and more. Free for La Mesa residents. Appointment required via email. 9 a.m. at La Mesa EDCO Station, 8184 Commercial St. Call 619-287-5696 ext. 4270 or visit bit.ly/2ww3fbk.
Golden Acorn Casino Trip
Wednesday, Sept. 20
Hop on the bus and head to the casino with city of La Mesa’s Adult Enrichment Center for their monthly trip. $7 for members and $9 for nonmembers. Receive $20 in free play upon arrival. The bus leaves at 8:30 p.m. sharp from the Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd. RSVP at 619-667-1322.
Small Business Expo
Thursday, Sept. 21
Network with thousands of business owners and entrepreneurs at America’s biggest business-to-business trade show. Free. RSVP required. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. in Hall H at San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive. Visit TheSmallBusinessExpo.com.