Featured Events
‘Community Helping Hands’ food drive
Through Saturday, April 23
Several businesses and organizations have signed up as drop-off locations for this food drive including local property management company FBS (6398 Del Cerro Blvd. #8). The drive will benefit the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
Items requested include: canned meats, canned or dried fruits, packaged nuts/seeds, canned vegetables, infant formula, powdered milk, peanut butter, canned soup, dried beans, dried pasta, cereal, rice, tissue, diapers, toilet paper, toothpaste and toothbrushes. Visit sandiegofoodbank.org/helpinghands and fbs-pm.com for more information.
‘Growing Perfect Tomatoes’ class
Saturday, March 19; Sunday, March 20; Saturday, April 2; and Sunday, April 3
For these free gardening classes, Armstrong Garden Centers will give information on growing juicy tomatoes. Armstrong has a wide selection of tomato plants, which are easy to grow and perfect for beginning gardeners. The Mission Valley/Grantville store is located at 10320 Friars Road; there are several other San Diego Armstrong locations. The Saturday sessions start at 9 a.m. and Sunday sessions start at 10 a.m. Visit ArmstrongGarden.com for more information.
20th annual Rolando Street Fair
Sunday, March 20
Rolando’s free street fair will be held from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. with over 5,000 attendees expected. Over 100 vendors will showcase their goods from crafts to local services. Plus, there will be diverse food options from booths and food trucks. The fair will also feature a kid’s zone with fair rides and more. Once again the Rolando Street Fair will present an eclectic lineup of live music including: Arise Roots, Paul Cannon, Sister Speak, Len Rainey & The Midnight Players and Juice Box. Visit facebook.com/RolandoCommunityCouncil for directions and more information.
‘Dress Crazy/Backwards Day’
Friday, April 1
College Avenue Center (6299 Capri Drive, Del Cerro) will celebrate April’s Fool with some fun festivities. Attendees are invited to dress backwards or mix crazy patterns – there will be prizes for the best outfits. There will be musical entertainment by Laura Flores at 12:30 p.m. Visit jfssd.org/cac for more information.
‘Prevent a Fractured Future: Exercise for Better Bones’
Friday, April 8
This talk will be led by a Sharp Grossmont physical therapist discussing osteoporosis and the benefits of maintaining good posture to improve your health. Attendees will also learn the benefits of bone specific exercises and how to incorporate fitness into daily life to improve bone health. This event will be held from 3:15 – 4:30 p.m. at the Grossmont Healthcare District Conference Center (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa). Registration is required. Call 800-827-4277 or register online at sharp.com.
‘Homegrown Vegetables and Herbs’ class
Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 10
For these free gardening classes, Armstrong Garden Centers will give growing tips and advice on everything from planting to harvesting vegetables and herbs. It is the perfect season for planting these items to enjoy “fresh-from-the-garden summer meals.” The Mission Valley/Grantville store is located at 10320 Friars Road; there are several other San Diego Armstrong locations. The Saturday session will start at 9 a.m. and the Sunday session will be at 10 a.m. Visit ArmstrongGarden.com for more information.
‘Life’s Transitions: Changing Health Care Needs Through the Years’
Thursday, April 14
This seminar at the La Mesa Community Center (4975 Memorial Drive, La Mesa) will focus on how people are living longer, but with illness and medications prevalent in their lives. It is designed to help those managing illness and promote healthy aging for seniors and their family members. Attendees will learn how to approach aging from a healthier perspective with an alert mind, vitality and a plan for the future. Experts will share valuable resources. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. The seminar will be held from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration is required. Call 800-827-4277 or register online at sharp.com.
