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SUMMARY:GMIA Succulent Swap and Share
DESCRIPTION:Begin your autumn with a visit to GMIA’s Succulent Swap and Share on October 7. For the third consecutive year\, Wendy and Ron Caragher have volunteered to host at their home. \nThis year\, the Succulent Swap and Share is a Members Only event\, free to all GMIA families. It’s an opportunity to discover new varieties\, learn more about GMIA\, and enjoy the Caraghers’ magnificent gardens. As a special treat\, Master Gardener Sharon Reeve\, a La Mesa resident\, will join us to share her expertise. \nCoffee\, water and light snacks will be provided. Whether you are swapping\, sharing or taking home samples for your own garden\, you will be welcome. And don’t forget to bring along a bag or box to transport your new plants home (No fire sticks please). New members are always welcome.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-succulent-swap-and-share/
LOCATION:Wendy and Ron Caragher’s\, 10805 Melva Road\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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SUMMARY:Supervisorial Candidate Public Forum
DESCRIPTION:The two finalists for the District 4 supervisorial seat will discuss issues of concern to East County residents at a public forum to be held Oct. 18 at Cuyamaca College. \nThe forum starts at 7 p.m.\, with a candidate meet and greet starting at 6:30 p.m. It will be held at the Samuel M. Ciccati Performing Arts Center at Cuyamaca College\, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway\, El Cajon. Parking and admission are free. \nMonica Montgomery Steppe and Amy Reichert were the two top vote-getters in the primary election for the District 4 supervisor’s seat vacated by Nathan Fletcher. The general election is being held Nov. 7. \nThe forum will be moderated by the League of Women Voters and will be conducted according to their guidelines. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions that could be selected for the candidates to answer. Questions can be submitted by emailing yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com. \nThe event is sponsored by the Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association and the Casa de Oro Alliance.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/supervisorial-candidate-public-forum/
LOCATION:Samuel M. Ciccati Performing Arts Center\, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92019\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association":MAILTO:yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240106T100000
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SUMMARY:GMIA Walk to the Top of Mt. Helix
DESCRIPTION:Start the New Year with 300 of your neighbors at the San Miguel Fire station at Vivera Dr. and Mt. Helix Blvd.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-walk-to-the-top-of-mt-helix/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association":MAILTO:yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T120000
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SUMMARY:2024 Art & Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for GMIA’s Art & Garden Tour on Sunday\, April 28. Five unique gardens will be open to tour. Spend an enjoyable afternoon gathering design ideas\, viewing original landscaping and learning which plants flourish in our region. Parents are welcome to bring their children\, but the gardens cannot accommodate strollers. No pets\, please. \nThree of the gardens will be accessible through a shuttle van. To board the van\, park your car in the lot by the fire station at 10105 Vivera Drive. The gardens are less busy later in the afternoon\, so consider starting your tour in mid-afternoon. You’ll find a map and a description of the gardens inside this newsletter. \nThis event is open to GMIA members only. Please check page 8 of this newsletter to ensure your membership is current. If it has expired\, you can renew online\, or you can mail your payment to GMIA\, P.O. Box 2751\, La Mesa\, CA 91943-2751. You can also join GMIA or renew your membership by paying the $20 annual fee on the day of the tour. \nIf you would like to help GMIA put on this event\, please contact us at gmiavolunteer@gmail.com. We need volunteers to check in people at the gardens\, assist with traffic\, and assist those visiting the gardens.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/2024-art-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association":MAILTO:yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:2024 GMIA Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The GMIA Annual Dinner will be held June 22 at the Cuyamaca College Student Center. The dinner this year has a western theme\, so you’re invited to show up in your cowboy gear. We’ll be providing bandanas as part of the fun. \nOur new county supervisor\, Monica Montgomery Steppe\, will be the keynote speaker. If you would like to submit a question to her\, send it to yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com. \nThe social hour begins at 4:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. We’ll be offering a barbecue meal of smoked chicken in barbecue sauce with buns\, beans\, corn and potato-mac salad. \nIf you’d like to learn more about Cuyamaca College\, be sure to sign up for a tour beginning at 4 p.m. \nA raffle will be held with items that include a two-night stay at Santee Lakes\, $100 gift card to Ruth Chris steak house\, Swarovski jewelry\, original artist-created pottery and other items. \nThe cost of the dinner is $30 until June 15\, and $35 after that date.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:Cuyamaca College Student Center\, 900 Rancho San Diego Pkwy\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92019\, United States
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SUMMARY:Succulent Swap & Share
DESCRIPTION:GMIA’s annual Succulent Swap & Share is being held on Saturday\, October 5 from 10 a.m. to noon at the home of Ron and Wendy Caragher at 10805 Melva Road. \nTrim your yard and bring your succulent cuttings (no fire sticks please) and check out the variety of succulents being offered to swap. Have a cup of Gladly Coffee with your green-thumbed neighbors and learn more about GMIA. \nShop the Swap is a new feature being offered this year. It’s a pottery pop-up featuring unique planters by local artist PK Pottery. Planters will range from $5 to $20\, and PK Pottery is donating a portion of their sales to GMIA. After selecting a handmade container\, head over to the new potting station and create your own mini succulent garden. \nThe Succulent Swap & Share is a free event for members only. Memberships are available for $20 per household.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/succulent-swap-share-2/
LOCATION:Wendy and Ron Caragher’s\, 10805 Melva Road\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association":MAILTO:yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:17 th Annual Walk to the Top of Mt. Helix 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Walk!\nAs the holiday season approaches\, it’s time to indulge a little—go ahead and treat yourself to those festive feasts and sweet treats! But fear not\, because we have the perfect way to kickstart a healthy New Year: the 17th annual Walk to the Top of Mt. Helix on Saturday\, January 4. \nOur popular community event promises to be a fantastic way to welcome 2025. Grab your friends\, family\, and your pups for a 3/4-mile stroll that takes you up to the stunning views of our beautiful area. \nWhat You Need to Know\nWhen: January 4th at 10 AM\nParticipants will be led by the sounds of the Grossmont High School Marching Band as we set off together. \nWhere: San Miguel Fire Station 21\, 10105 Vivera Drive \nCommunity Connections\nIn addition to breathtaking views\, fresh air and complimentary refreshments\, you’ll have the chance to connect with local organizations committed to our community\, including: \n\nCasa de Oro Alliance\nLa Mesa Historical Society\nSenior Gleaners\nSDG&E Vegetation Management\nThe Water Conservation Garden\nHelix Water District\n\nGive Back While You Walk\nWe’re holding a dog food can drive to benefit The Animal Pad\, our local shelter. Bring a can or two to donate and help support our furry friends. Many of their adoptable pups will be joining the walk! \nA Special Invitation\nBefore we hit the pavement\, don’t miss the open house at Fire Station 21! Take a tour of the apparatus and chat with our local heroes. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the vital services they provide. \nA special shout-out goes to the Mt. Helix Park Foundation for their unwavering support in making this event happen year after year. \nMark your calendars\, lace up those sneakers\, and prepare for an unforgettable New Year’s tradition. Let’s start 2025 with a step in the right direction—together!
URL:https://gmia.net/event/17-th-annual-walk-to-the-top-of-mt-helix/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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SUMMARY:GMIA 56th Annual Art & Garden Tour 2025
DESCRIPTION:Four beautiful gardens will be available for viewing. Artists and musicians will be stationed at the properties. \nThis year\, you can drive yourself to each home or take a shuttle and ride in comfort from garden to garden. \nDetails and descriptions of the gardens can be found in the Spring Viewpoints.   Map of garden locations is shown below.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-56th-annual-art-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T160000
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SUMMARY:2025 GMIA Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Grab your tie-dye shirts and peace symbols for the GMIA Annual Dinner\, June 21\, 2025. We will be celebrating in 60s style at the Cuyamaca College Student Center\, beginning with happy hour at 4:30. At 5:30\, enjoy a roast chicken dinner with mashed potatoes\, vegetables\, and pineapple upside-down cake for dessert. Vegetarian dinners also available. Beginning at 4 pm. you can get a tour of Cuyamaca College with a student ambassador.  Hear from Andy Lawler\, chief of the San Miguel Fire District\, and the keynote presentation from Historian Jim Newland\, who will talk about the fascinating history of Mt. Helix\, and the men and women who settled the area. There will be a silent auction and a slide show of the GMIA activities since last summer. Your picture may be in it! Tickets are $30/each until June 11\, when they go up to $35. \nThanks to the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community Community College District and Edco Disposal Co. for their sponsorships of the dinner. Thanks also to Helix Brewing Co. and San Pasqual Winery for supplying beverages for the event.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-annual-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Cuyamaca College Student Center\, 900 Rancho San Diego Pkwy\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92019\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association":MAILTO:yourgmianeighbor@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:GMIA Succulent Swap: A Fall Celebration Rooted in Community
DESCRIPTION:Forget the pumpkin spice—GMIA is kicking off fall with sun\, succulents\, and socializing! Join us for the annual Succulent Swap\, a vibrant morning of gardening and connection in the heart of our community. \n\nSaturday\, September 27\nThe Caraghers’ Garden\, 10805 Melva Road\n10–11 AM: GMIA Members-Only Hour \n11 AM–12 PM: Open to the Public\nFree to all \n\nWhether you’re a seasoned succulent collector or just plant-curious\, this event has something for everyone: \n\nSucculent Swap: Bring your best cuttings (no fire sticks\, please!) and trade with fellow plant lovers.\nPK Pottery Pop-Up: Shop handcrafted planters with flair.\nPotting Station: Create your own mini garden masterpiece.\nSip & Socialize: Enjoy Gladly Coffee\, sweet treats\, and neighborly chats.\n\nIt’s more than a plant swap—it’s a celebration of community\, creativity\, and connection. Come for the clippings\, stay for the camaraderie. \nMark your calendars\, prep your cuttings\, and don’t forget—members first hour and then the fun blooms for everyone at 11 AM!
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmia-succulent-swap-a-fall-celebration-rooted-in-community/
LOCATION:Wendy and Ron Caragher’s\, 10805 Melva Road\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T100000
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SUMMARY:Start the New Year with Walk to Top of Mt. Helix!
DESCRIPTION:Go ahead and indulge all you want in the next two months\, but then step out in healthy fashion Saturday\, Jan 3\, 2026! Join your friends and neighbors\,10 am\, at the San Miguel Fire Station on Vivera Dr. You will be led up the hill (less than one mile) by the Grossmont High School Marching Band. At the top\, you will find free coffee (donated by Gladly Coffee in Casa de Oro) tea\, hot chocolate and snacks\, including doggie treats\, and one of the most beautiful views in our county. Some of your friends will be there talking with people from local organizations who make our community better\, like the Senior Gleaners\, Water Conservation Garden\, La Mesa Historical Society\, Casa de Oro Alliance\, SDG&E Vegetation Management\, and the Helix Water District.
URL:https://gmia.net/event/start-the-new-year-with-walk-to-top-of-mt-helix/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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SUMMARY:GMIA’s Annual Art & Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Five beautiful gardens in the Mt. Helix area will be open to tour on Sunday\, May 3 in GMIA’s annual Art & Garden Tour. This is a great opportunity to obtain great landscaping and planting ideas\, meet your neighbors and enjoy some local art. Each of the unique gardens will inspire you and it’s always fun to view the hard work of our garden owners.  \nThe gardens range from beautifully terraced yards with landscaping\, cozy hidden areas\, to villas made for entertaining\, an estate that transports you to a fairy tale\, and an example of low water and conservation at its best.  Each garden will showcase a local artist\, some using recycled materials.   \nThis year\, three of the gardens will only be accessible via shuttle and two are driveable.  Choose your route and start or end with the shuttle. Parking is available in the lot by the fire station at 10105 Vivera Drive. Four shuttles will be operating continuously throughout the afternoon. The shuttle buses were made possible by a grant from County Supervisor Monica Montgomery-Steppe.  \nThis event is open to GMIA members only. Please check your membership status. You can join or renew your membership on the GMIA website\, or you can sign up on the day of the event.  \nParents can bring their children\, but the gardens cannot accommodate strollers. No pets\, please. 
URL:https://gmia.net/event/gmias-annual-art-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Fire station parking lot\, 10105 Vivera Dr\, La Mesa\, CA\, 91941\, United States
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