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Movies by the Lake and heArt of Mt. Helix This Weekend

You made it to the weekend, now what? Patch found your East County weekend events happening Aug. 16-18.

School is right around the corner and there is still time to have some summer fun!

Catch a movie under the stars, learn more about the world of birds and more.

Click on the links for more info.  

BAYOU BROTHERS PLAYS SUNSET CONCERT

  • What's Up: Every Friday evening in August catch live music at the Macy's Courtyard. This week will feature the Bayou Brothers. 
  • When: 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16.
  • Where: Grossmont Center, 5500 Grossmont Center Dr., La Mesa.
  • Price: Free. 
MOVIES BY THE LAKE
  • What's Up: The film Rise of the Guardians will be shown on a big screen for kids and families to enjoy.
  • When: 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16. 
  • Where: Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy., Santee.
  • Price: Free. Parking $8. 
SIXTH ANNUAL HEART OF MT. HELIX
  • What's Up: heART of Mt. Helix will feature music, food, auctions, dancing, art and more. Proceeds will benefit the preservation and enhancement of Mt. Helix Park.
  • When: 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.
  • Where: Mt. Helix Park, 4905 Mt Helix Dr., La Mesa.
  • Price: $60-$125.
CAPRICE STRINGS TRIO CONCERT
  • What's Up: The MTRP Foundation Concert Series will host the Caprice Strings Trio and dance artist Veronica Martinelli.
  • When: 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. 
  • Where: Mission Trails Regional Park, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego. 
  • Price: Free. 
SANTEE LAKES BIRD WALK
  • What's Up: Learn all about the birds that live at Santee Lakes. The Palomar Audubon Society will host an educational bird walk.
  • When: 8 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.
  • Where: Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy., Santee.


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