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La Mesa City Calendar 2006

January

This entry sign on Baltimore Drive has welcomed visitors to the "Jewel of the Hills" for 20 years.

February
The La Mesa Soap Box Derby fuels young dreams of racing.
March

Beautiful gardens - such as this one on Maple Avenue - enhance many La Mesa residences
April

The 1913 Rosebrock House, a well-preserved example of a craftsman-style residence, is part of the Date Avenue Historic District.

May
Families enjoy Kids Care Fest activities amid the meandering pathways, peaceful gardens and picturesque bridges at
the new Briercrest Park
June

The Flag Day Parade draws patriotic visitors and a colorful array of entries to downtown La Mesa.
July
Murals in the downtown village Walkway of the Stars focus on the theme "People Helping People."
August

The Harry Griffen Park amphitheater is home to the popular "Sundays at Six" summer concert series.
September

The new 70th Street Trolley Station design echoes an environmental theme that features recycled materials and native, drought tolerant plants.
October
Oktoberfest has drawn thousands of visitors to downtown La Mesa for more than 30 years.
November
Sports enthusiasts of all ages enjoy the new Junior Seau Sports Complex.
December
A striking sunset silhouettes
the stately palm trees that have graced Date Avenue for 100 years.
Farmer's Market
Locally grown tomatoes are just one of the many tasty treats to be found at La Mesa's Farmer's Market, held Friday's from
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Canine Corners

Canine Corners has nearly an acre of freedom for your favorite friend to roam free and interact with other dogs and people.

Garden Rose
Native plants have a natural resistance to fire, aren't prone to pests or diseases,
require little water, fertilization or pesticides ... and look great.