Have You Checked Out La Mesa’s Public Stairways?

See the neighborhoods of La Mesa using the La Mesa public stairs!

One of the best kept secrets in town, and a great place to get some exercise is La Mesa's Public Stairways. Built to allow better access into the neighborhoods of Mt. Nebo and Windsor Hills, the public stairs are a great reminder of days gone by and an excellent place to work on that cardio! Take the main stairs at the intersection of Windsor and … [Read more...]

Flea Market Decorating: Decorate Your Apartment with Flea Market Finds

Give you Alterra apartment a makeover with flea market finds

Apartment decorating can be an expensive business, but flea markets abound with all sorts of interesting items and you can often find real bargains. Some tips on flea market shopping: Decide before you go how much you are prepared to spend. Take small bills so that you can remove only what you need each time you pay. Have an idea of what you want … [Read more...]

Three Cheers for The OC A-Fair!

oc fair year

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...]

Summer Movies In La Mesa

pink-inflatable-pool-chair

Cool off and enjoy fantastic cinema with your friends and neighbors around La Mesa. You can catch FREE Summer Movies around town at the Dive-In Movie and Movie Under the Stars. Dive-In Movie combines the hot-weather fun at the La Mesa Municipal Pool with a great flick for the whole family. On Friday, July 15, head to the pool at 7:30pm and watch “Toy … [Read more...]

Reading in the Park

Boy and girl reading in park under a tree.

I remember the first time I’d open the book “The Golden Compass.” Maybe a decade before the movie was released I had fallen in love with the whimsical characters, the fantastic setting, and the intense drama and action on each page. A few years later, my friend gave me the second book, “The Subtle Knife” as a gift. I read it eagerly in 5 days! … [Read more...]

Calories for a Cause, Part 2

Pancakes of white plate.

I'm sure I left your mouth watering from part 1 of the tasty fundraisers segments, so I hope you took the time to get more information and marked you calendars for a night out to dine. Another great reason to both wake up early and clean your plate is the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser organized by the La Mesa Firefighters Local 4759. Breakfast is the most … [Read more...]

Review the Rules and Safety of Pool Season in La Mesa

White pool lifesaver hanging on green wall.

Alterra Apartments is excited to see more and more residents at the pool. The team just wants to remind everyone to review the swimming pool rules for everyone's safety. Water safety is especially important as children get out of school and want to visit more often. Children under a specific age must be accompanied by an adult in the pool area, but … [Read more...]

Building Strength Through Breaking the Ice

Instructor breaking 10 sheets of ice blocks.

Talk about an ice-breaker, Ka’imi Kuoha is a La Mesa resident and business owner who is always urging women to be confident, strong, and prepared! Owner of Kwai Sun Studios, this self-defense teacher knows how to mark and grand opening. Breaking though 10 ice blocks weighing 1500 pounds, she’s also a women’s world record breaker. Kuoha is a … [Read more...]

Spring Clean Up 2011 For La Mesa

A lot of toys and garage junk in a garage.

Welcome to spring! We all know what that means--SPRING CLEAN UP 2011! Time to make your home fresh and ready for spring by saying out with the old and in with the new! That might mean finally saying ta-ta to that worn out sofa, that worn mattress, maybe an old BBQ grill that you've always wanted to upgrade, and anything else that might be getting in the way … [Read more...]

Do The Potty Dance at San Diego Zoo

toddler girl in green dress dancing in grass

All right, this was too cute not to share! Hopefully you won't think I have my mind in the potty,but once you get into this month's holiday spirit, you'll be dancing from excitement too! ...Let me explain. March 5 was Potty Dance Day (yes, it's a documented holiday), and even though it came and went without many knowing, the proprietor of this special day … [Read more...]