Valley News - Jan. 16, 2026: Open for Breakfast on Martin Luther King Day | Happy Hour Beer | A Joyful Start to 2026 Recreation | Landscape Update | First Annual Poker Run

Volume 41 - No. - 03 - Jan. 16, 2026

Connecting our Community

Community Calendar

Start the week with the Pro Football Playoffs and Martin Luther King Day with The Oaks Grille open for breakfast. Enjoy a full week of events with live music, golf, and food specials.

View the calendar

Watch the Football Divison Playoffs this Sunday in the Par.

A Joyful Start to 2026 at Recreation

As we welcome 2026, the Recreation Department is excited to bring neighbors together through beloved community events while creating a safe, positive environment for our children to grow, connect, and thrive.

Honoring Our Native Landscape: Fire Safety, Sustainability, and Thoughtful Replanting

Through strategic fire fuel reduction and intentional replanting with native, fire-resistant species, SDCEA is restoring the natural landscape while enhancing safety, sustainability, and visual appeal across the community.

Capturing the Wild Heart of Ramona: A Look at Photographer Roy Toft

Renowned local wildlife photographer, Roy Toft, will lend one of his stunning photographs from his latest beautiful coffee-table book, “Wild Ramona”, to the next mural for the Ramona H.E.A.R.T. Mural Project.

Ramona Rodeo Foundation Poker Run

Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

Time: 8 am Check-in, 9 am: Ride Start

IEC Infield Pavilion

Saddle up for the 1st Annual Ramona Rodeo Foundation Poker Run, a fun-filled community event benefiting the Ramona Rodeo Foundation. Participants may ride horses, bikes, or hike the course while collecting poker cards along the way, with prizes awarded for the best hands. Proceeds support local rodeo programs and youth involvement.

How to Sign Up:

View flyer details.

Republican Women of California – Intermountain

Wednesday, January 21

Meet and Greet: 11 a.m. · Meeting/Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.

San Vicente Resort – Banquet Room

Join the Republican Women of California–Intermountain for their January luncheon featuring the installation of officers and guest speaker Andrew Hayes, San Diego County public official and District Director for State Senator Brian Jones.

Cost is $30. Reservations are advised. Call Nancy at 760-315-3291

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SDCEA Volunteer Opportunities

Community Relations Committee – Volunteer Opportunity

Would you enjoy serving alongside fellow homeowners?

SDCEA is seeking one homeowner volunteer to serve on the Community Relations Committee (CRC).

If you are interested in this position, please respond by Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

Environmental Control Committee – Volunteer Opportunity

Are you interested in making a positive impact in your community?

SDCEA is seeking one volunteer to serve on the Environmental Control Committee (ECC).

If you are interested in this position, please respond by Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

Employment Opportunities with

San Diego Country Estates

We have open positions:

Full-Time Equestrian Maintenance
Full-Time & Part-Time Cooks
Hourly Snack Bar Attendant