AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in La Mesa California. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:00:54 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The La Mesa Presbyterian Church is hosting a cardiovascular health screening on Nov 30 from 9 AM to 5 PM.  Know your risk. 80% of all strokes... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/health-screening-nov-30-234143 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/health-screening-nov-30-234143 Health and Fitness Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The Connection   Church was a whole lot simpler when all I did was fill a pew on Sunday mornings – fill a pew, enjoy the hymns,... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-by-mary-domb-mikkelson-11-09-230186 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-by-mary-domb-mikkelson-11-09-230186 Religion and Spirituality Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 “Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us, even as we hope in you” (Psalm 33:22, NRSV).   “By awesome deeds you answer us... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/from-one-servant-to-many-by-rev-f-lix-c-villanueva-nov-2009-230187 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/from-one-servant-to-many-by-rev-f-lix-c-villanueva-nov-2009-230187 Religion and Spirituality Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in California (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-san-diego-county-228241 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-san-diego-county-228241 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The stories – Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, Cain and Able, Noah’s Ark, the selling of Jacob into Egypt by his brothers – are familiar and... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/in-the-beginning-222349 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/in-the-beginning-222349 Religion and Spirituality Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Thanksgiving is coming and the people of the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) invite you to let Mama do the baking this year! ... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/it-s-pie-in-the-sky-time-buy-a-pie-support-the-work-of-mama-s-kitchen-223522 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/it-s-pie-in-the-sky-time-buy-a-pie-support-the-work-of-mama-s-kitchen-223522 Religion and Spirituality Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Musings in Gray   I took a “test” recently, a Facebook quiz entitled “How Old Do You Act?”  While I wasn’t sure I wanted... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-october-2009-222777 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-october-2009-222777 Religion and Spirituality Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500   “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace…” (Prayer of Saint Francis)   A few weeks ago, Linda Fellers (Fred and Ada... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/from-one-servant-to-many-by-rev-f-lix-c-villanueva-april-2009-222778 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/from-one-servant-to-many-by-rev-f-lix-c-villanueva-april-2009-222778 Religion and Spirituality Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the San Diego County, CA area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for San Diego... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/san-diego-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-san-diego-county-221203 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/san-diego-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-san-diego-county-221203 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the San Diego County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/san-diego-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-san-diego-county-221451 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/alpine/news/san-diego-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-san-diego-county-221451 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500   Tear Catching 101     ”In every insult, rift and war,   Where color, scorn or wealth... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-september-2009-213403 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/potholes-detours-and-tollbooths-stepping-stones-on-the-road-to-faith-september-2009-213403 Religion and Spirituality Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Get Ready!    The La Mesa Oktoberfest Happens October 2nd, October 3rd and October 4th  It is almost time to join thousands... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/2009-oktoberfest-210169 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/lamesa/news/2009-oktoberfest-210169 Arts and Entertainment Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-la-mesa-community-224742 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-la-mesa-community-224742 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Since Obama took office, have any new incentives been put in place for homeowners looking to increase energy efficiency and reduce... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I am considering upgrading some older appliances in my home. Where can I find information on which models are the most energy... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What would you recommend as a non-toxic/non-lethal way to keep squirrels, gophers and groundhogs away?   --... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600