I want to thank everyone who has been looking in on the blog while I have been otherwise occupied. Recently I had to sell my house in Santee, and so the past few weeks I have been packing up, cleaning up, storing, and moving. I am now at the point of unpacking, but I will have a bit more time for writing and I hope to catch up on events that have been going on in Santee. These include the Nutrition Zone grand opening, a fundraiser at Philippi’s Pizza Grotto, and the monthly mixer at Cookies by Design. I do have pictures from the fundraiser up on my Facebook page, if you want to check out the fun.
November 13, 2009
Aloha Pet Grooming Grand Opening
If you like to pamper your pup or coddle your kitty, there is a new place to take your pet for grooming. Aloha Pet Grooming had its Grand Opening on Wednesday, November 4, at 4:44 pm (yes, it was planned that way). This was one of the best attended individual business grand openings I’ve been to, which I think bodes well for Aloha.
Melinda Tritsch and Freckles
Owner Melinda Tritsch has had a love affair with animals since childhood, and is completely in her element here. During the Grand Opening several of her clients dropped by to help celebrate. Her business neighbors also joined in on the festivities: Fox’s Pizza Den provided pizza for the celebration – including Hawaiian pizza to go with the Aloha theme – as well as putting up flags to help draw attention. Melinda explained that she came up with the name for her shop because she wanted something that gave a feeling of relaxation, and she couldn’t think of any place more relaxing than Hawaii. From what I could see, the pets who come to Aloha are in for some serious pampering.
Inside Aloha Pet Grooming
Bathing Facilities
Cutting the Ribbon
Goodies from Fox’s Pizza Den
Miss Santee Teen, Nicole Ehlke, and Chamber Executive Director, Warren Savage, enjoy, appropriately, Hawaiian pizza
Chamber of Commerce members join Melinda Tritsch, Freckles, Blake Ennis (holding Freckles’ leash), and Melinda’s parents Kathy and Bob Tritsch (right of center)
November 8, 2009
Fund Raiser at Filippi’s
This Tuesday, November 10, Filippi’s Pizza Grotto is holding a fund raiser to help a young lady who was seriously injured in an auto accident. Local on-air personality Clint August will host the evening and Simply Spa’s Thomas Hootman will back him up. The event runs from 6:00-9:00 pm, and a portion of the buffet dinner will be donated to Jordan and her family to help cover the cost of her treatment. Filippi’s is located at 10767 Woodside Ave., just east of N. Magnolia Ave.
October 31, 2009
Time Again for Annual Santee Pancake Breakfast
Once again the Santee Firefighters and the San Diego Sheriff’s Department are sponsoring the annual Santee Pancake Breakfast to benefit needy local families. This coming Friday and Saturday, November 6 & 7, you can join our local safety providers and community members at Fire Station 4, at 8950 Cottonwood Ave. For just $4 ($3 for anyone 10 and under or 65 and over) you can enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, and juice between 7:00 and 10:30 am and help those people less fortunate.
For more details: 11th Annual Santee Pancake Breakfast
October 31, 2009
Upcoming Grand Openings – November 2009
Two new businesses will be celebrating Grand Openings in the first week of November. This just shows that even in the shakey economic times we’re having, there are entrepreneurs who are willing to take the big step and go for it.
The first Grand Opening celebration is Wednesday, November 4, at 4:30 pm when Aloha Pet Grooming cuts the green ribbon. Aloha Pet Grooming is located 8011 Mission Gorge Rd., Suite G, near Fox Pizza on the west side of Sante. The second is Saturday, November 7, when Nutrition Zone has its Grand Opening festivities beginning at 9:00 am with ribbon cutting at 10:00 am. Nutrition Zone is located at 9625 Mission Gorge Rd., in the Vons Center.
October 29, 2009
Santee City Council Approves Cable Ski Project
According to news reports, the Santee City Council approved the proposed building of a Cable Ski course on Lake 1 of the Santee Lakes during their Wednesday, October 28, meeting. There has been a great deal of controversy surrounding this project, but as of now it is a go. However, the Council will revisit the project question in the future, so the last word has probably not been heard.
San Diego Union Tribune: Cable ski park gets the go-ahead from city
October 26, 2009
Stampede for Boys and Girls Club
This Friday, October 30, the Boys and Girls Clubs of East County will hold its annual fund raiser at the Barona Resort & Casino. The event, dubbed Auction Stampede 2009, celebrates the memory of longtime community leader and supporter of children’s activities and events, Harold Hilliker. In keeping with the Wild West theme, the night’s festivities begin at 6:30 pm with a “Saloon” reception and opening for the Silent Auction. The Silent Auction ends at 8:00 pm and Grub is served at 8:15 pm, when the Live Auction also begins. Cost is $75 for admission and dinner.
For more information or to register, go the Boys and Girls Clubs of East County website.
October 22, 2009
Shop for a Cure at Grossmont Center
This Saturday, October 24, Grossmont Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital present Power Shop for a Cure to support the hospital’s Breast Health Navigator Program. The day kicks off at 7:30 am with registration and a free breakfast at Panera Bread. At 9:00 am there is a Pre-Shop Stretch, followed by a 1 mile Wake Up & Walk with TV personality Carol LaBeau. The day continues with special one-day offers at many of the Center shops and eateries. For a $20 donation you get a T-shirt, tote bag, a wristband that gives you all of the specials, and the knowledge that you are helping support breast cancer patients.
Find out more at Grossmont Center Events.
October 20, 2009
Santee Chamber Presents “Business Partnerships for Progress”
This Thursday morning, October 22, the Santee Chamber of Commerce and the East County Regional Chamber of Commerce will present a free (everyone’s favorite word) information session entitled “Business Partnerships for Progress.” This event brings together representatives from some of the member companies in the two Chambers to share ideas and information on dealing with business during these difficult economic times. Learn just how the Chambers can help your business not only survive but stay strong during the recession, and sit in on discussions on ongoing business concerns, emerging issues, and collaborative solutions.
The event takes place at Santee City Hall, Building #8, at 10601 N. Magnolia Ave. in Santee, beginning at 7:30 am and going until 9:30 am. Again, the cost is free and a continental breakfast will be available. Congratulations and thanks go out to the organizers: Warren Savage of the Santee Chamber, Mike Cully of the East County Regional Chamber, and Rose Avila, PhD, of RMA Consulting.
For more information, call the Santee Chamber of Commerce at 619-449-6572.
October 20, 2009
CYT East Presents “Bridge to Terebithia”
Ashley Fishman plays Leslie Burke and Dallas Perry is Jesse Aarons in the CYT East production of ‘Bridge to Terebithia”
This weekend Christian Youth Theater, East County, presents the musical version of “Bridge to Terebithia” at the East County Performing Arts Center (ECPAC). This is a heartwarming story of friendship, discovery, and loss with a backing of great songs including “Ain’t No Mountain,” “You Didn’t Have to Be so Nice,” and “Rhythm of the Rain.” The production features 20 Santee youth among the over 60 young people in the cast and crew.
Because the El Cajon City Council has decided to close ECPAC for “renovations,” this will be the last CYT production there. In addition, the run has had to be cut from the usual two weekends to just one. To partially make up for that, there will be a special discount ”Preview Night” on Thursday in addition to the regular Friday/Saturday night and Saturday/Sunday afternoon performances. This is a show you will enjoy and remember for a long time, and is a great family activity. Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for children and can be purchased at the door.
Performances: Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:00 pm; Saturday, Sunday at 2:00 pm.
For more information: CYT Presents “Bridge to Terebithia”
ECPAC: Map
