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Mardi Gras Sunday at UCCLM: "When the Saints Go Marching In!"from:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Tradition holds that a Mardi Gras party usher in the more somber season of Lent. At the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) we’ll be honoring that tradition on... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real LivesaverAriana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping-Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Continuing the Conversation “God called us into being with a word and chose to continue the conversation.” ... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Spring Valley, California with AmericanTowns Spring Valley Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over San Diego County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Spring Valley organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Spring Valley is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around Spring ValleyGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Spring Valley areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Spring Valley in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in California is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent... Read more...An Invitation to our Spring Valley Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Spring Valley, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...
I Was Just Thinking... by Rev. Bill Petersonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)The Advent of Peace How will peace come, ending violence begetting violence? ... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Worship...Does Close Count? Thanks, Rev. Bill…I think. That “homework assignment” you handed out at Bible study has... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in CaliforniaPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a California Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...
Spring Valley Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Spring Valley Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Spring Valley elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all... Read more...
Charley Brown Children’s Center Participates in USDA Food Programfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)The Charley Brown Children’s Center, a community outreach of the United Church of Christ of La Mesa, is pleased to announce its continued participation in the United States... Read more...San Diego County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - San Diego CountyLocal 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 air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for California CACalifornia Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in California. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... 1 comment Read more...
Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Spring Valley and across the country. With... Read more...Find California Corn Mazes - Get lost in a California haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... 1 comment Read more...
I Was Just Thinking... by Rev. Bill Petersonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)A look back at and update of a December, 2010 story. Parable of the Lime, Revisited In our back yard in Whittier is a... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Celebrating the Blessed Metaphor Bigger than life - or legend, Neptune, the Roman god of the seas, dominated the suburban living room with his fierce... Read more...
Modesto Celebrated in New BookNew from Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series is Modesto. In over 200 vintage photographs and postcards, repeat author Carl P. Baggese shares the history of the... Read more...3rd Annual Cougar 5K/10K Fun RunWelcome to our Third Annual Cougar 5K/10K Fun Run/Walk!This will be a challenging race behind the hills of Steele Canyon High School. Also a post race Health Fair with lots... Read more...
Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for California CAWe have the best California apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of California. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)What’s it all about, Alfie? Talk about breaking all the rules! In Luke 10:38-42 Mary and Martha give Jesus a run for his... Read more...Back to School for La Mesa - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, La Mesa! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping-Stones on the Road to Faith ...a monthly column of poetry, prose and personal perspective by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)The Bullfrog’s Song “I’m not through with today yet!” Thus spake Zarathustra. Oops, sorry, make that Dolly of Family... Read more...
I Was Just Thinking... by Rev. Bill Petersonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)We'll See… There is a Taoist story of an old farmer who had worked his crops for many years. One day his horse ran... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping-Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Of Word and World The Law O Lord…We have not yet... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths:from:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Putting on the Feedbag: 2nd Questions, Cod Tongues and Jellied Eels Potholes…detours…tollbooths…stepping stones… Years... Read more...
I Was Just Thinking by Rev. Bill Petersonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Reflections not Recorded in the Gospels Samaritan Woman’s Justice He was... Read more...
An Altar in the World - New Book Study at UCCLMfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Walking…working…paying attention…encountering others…In An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith, Barbara Brown Taylor introduces readers to the sacred in daily... Read more...Make a difference in Spring Valley! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunityYou want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Spring Valley area and... Read more...
Exploring the Bible, UCCLM Stylefrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Got questions about the Bible? Explore them with others desiring to delve into historical, cultural, linguistic and theological aspects of “The Good Book.” Examine... Read more...
I Was Just Thinking... by Rev. Bill Petersonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)Hell Froze Over Hell froze over today. The cows came home. A thousand books were finished, ... Read more...
Potholes, Detours and Tollbooths: Stepping-Stones on the Road to Faith by Mary Domb Mikkelsonfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)The “UCC Prophet” “Long, long ago…in a galaxy far away” (or so it seems in retrospect), I learned the names of all the books of the Bible. ... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to GrowBev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns HomeOn April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the... Read more...
The Miracle of Mindfulness: New Book Study at UCCLMfrom:United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM)In The Miracle of Mindfulness, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh introduces readers to the skills of mindfulness – of being awake and fully aware, reminding readers that each moment... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership SkillsReilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land MinesKristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially... Read more...July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in San Diego County, CASpring Valley Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in San Diego County, CA. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! ... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to CaringFor some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing SchoolsDr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on... Read more...
AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for PatientsLeslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery PlansThe dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning VolunteerOver the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored... Read more... |
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