Join a Women’s Group in or Near La Mesa to Meet New People

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Sometimes, women want a group of female friends to laugh with or confide in. It's hard to find womens only spaces where women can make friends, but if you're a resident of Alterra Apartments and are looking for things to do in San Diego and La Mesa, there are  a few groups  specifically for women to make friends. The linked group above is a San … [Read more...]

La Mesa Park Appreciation Day is a Great Way to Give Back to the Community

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The parks in La Mesa are a great way to spend your afternoon playing a game of Ultimate Frisbee or just relaxing under a tree and reading a book. But the parks don't take care of themselves. There's only so much that La Mesa can afford in putting into its parks. Even if residents like those at Alterra Apartmentsdonate money to the parks, it takes a lot of … [Read more...]

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in San Diego with a Pub Crawl

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What do you have planned this weekend for Cinco de Mayo? If nothing comes to mind, you will definitely be able to celebrate in San Diego. Get ready for the official Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl of San Diego as it takes over the town this Saturday, May 5th. The pub crawl is being hosted by Pubcrawls.com and tickets are only $1. Cinco de Mayo is known to be one of … [Read more...]

Top 3 La Mesa Barber Hair Salons

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Looking for new hair salon in the La Mesa area? Well below are 3 of La Mesa's top rated hair salons according to Yelp.com. Let us know if you decide to check out one of the local hair salons on our Alterra Facebook page. Source: Yelp Name: Millicent & Company Location: 4695 Palm Ave La Mesa, CA 91941 Reviews: 33 Link: Read the Yelp.com … [Read more...]

Jump! Dog Show Leaps into La Mesa

Twists & turns of tails for the Jump! Dog Show!

They fetch, play dead, eat your scraps and jump through hoops if you give them enough ammunition. They are our lovable dog companions. Regardless of whether you've yet taught your dog to jump through loops, run a race or finish an obstacle course, you can watch as dogs across Orange County show you and your pet some new tricks. Jump!-The Ultimate Dog Show … [Read more...]

Three Cheers for The OC A-Fair!

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Twirling food, fun and summer entertainment into a whirl of carnival rides, free concerts and stunting stage performances, a round of applause goes to--The OC Fair! Many of us that have grown up on the event that got us through our first dates as kids and even through our nervousness of heights can expect the fair to be in town until the end of August. We … [Read more...]

Free Movies for Grabs at the Segerstrom Center for The Arts

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Who can possibly resist the realm of free entertainment? As we look to cheap and free ways to spend any summer break or vacation in La Mesa, we can finally delight in a series of free movies that can share with a few friends over several rounds of popcorn and coke. Segerstrom Center for the Arts is ringing in the sound effects and Blockbusters for the summer … [Read more...]

Orange County Police Issue “Slurpee” Tickets?

Sip slurpees for good children behavior in Orange County!

Getting pulled over by Orange County Police is usually a sign of reckless and/or suspicious driving that is likely to be paired with a ticket or some other type of fine. However, more-so these days, the chances for being pulled over is higher if you're riding in a car with well-behaved children. As reported by OC Weekly, Irving police have been … [Read more...]

Grab Your Fair Share of Food Truck Affairs

Indulge in the a food truck affair!

Summer is official and the season for grilling and delicious eats has also arrived. Why not feed your need for eats on the go? As there are a number of restaurants that we've made frequent favorites in Orange County, we can also leap for joy for the arrival of restaurant-style dishes we can enjoy on sidewalks and streets for Food Truck Fare. The Food … [Read more...]

Fish into Farmers Markets in La Mesa

Grab fresh produce & other green goodies in La Mesa Village!

Riding high in California, other than beach-bumming and cool waves,  has been the movement to eat organically & locally grown foods in the city. So, what exactly have you been stacking your fridge with lately? As the farmer's market has moved in to meet our dining needs, consider making a whole-food adventure this weekend. The La Mesa Village … [Read more...]