(Mission Times Courier, San Diego, CA) - The Pala Band of Mission Indians will open its $100 million expansion at Pala Casino Spa and Resort, which includes major improvements to its dining and gaming areas and a new parking garage, in May 2009. Pala Casino is one of the few Southern California casinos undergoing a significant development this year.

(Mission Times Courier, San Diego, Ca) - CCT Musical Theater will hold open auditions for its third annual Senior Follies February 13 - 14 at the CCT rehearsal warehouse located at 1545 Pioneer Way in El Cajon. To audition for Touring the U.S.A., singers, dancers and actors who will be at least 55 years of age by June 19, 2009 should call     &nbs p;    &nbs p;    (619 ) 588-0206  &nb sp;     or    &nb sp;    &nb sp;    &nb sp;(800) 696-1929 &n bsp;    &n bsp; for an audition appointment.

(Mission Times Courier, San Diego, CA) - Little Italy’s beloved art festival returns on April 25 & 26, 2009 to mark significant milestone for annual event.  

Art enthusiasts, visitors and locals are invited to experience the region’s largest open-air gallery and meet the artists who create everything from photography and painting, to sculpture and music!

(Mission Times Courier, San Diego, CA) - Such N’ Such Productions presents Meredith Willson’s heart-warming The Music Man playing November 7-16, 2008. In the cast are award-winning local actors Frank Remiatte as Harold Hill, Sandra Kopitzke as Marion and Kate Hewitt as Mrs. Paroo. Also joining the cast are Lewis Middle Schools' Dr. Louis Regas and local music/choir teacher Cheryl Slavik along with several area students.

(Mission Times Courier, San Diego, CA) - The Drowsy Chaperone, a totally original new musical within a comedy, is swooping into town with tons of laughs and the most 2006 Tony Awards® of any musical on Broadway!