LEADERS IN TRAINING
The El Cajon Parks and Recreation Department’s mission is to develop youth, support families, and provide safe places to gather. Teens ages 14-17 are a critical part of those efforts. The Department offers volunteer opportunities for teens to be a Leader in Training (LIT) for dance, tumbling, gymnastics, art, camps, special events, and more. LIT volunteers will develop skills such as effective communication, leadership, responsibility, and problem-solving, all while getting a chance to build their resume, get involved in the community, make friends, and have fun. Many have even gone on to become Parks and Recreation staff. If you are interested in this opportunity, please call 619-441-1516 or email Heather Carter, Recreation Services Supervisor, at hcarter@elcajon.gov for an application.
URBAN ROOTS | FUNDS TO START YOUR GARDEN
Through the Urban Roots Gardening Initiative, the City of El Cajon assists those who want to grow their own fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs. With this program, City residents can request supplies such as planter beds or containers, fruit trees, soil, seeds, and more, to jump-start their urban garden. Individual households may request supplies up to $300 in value to start their own garden. Alternatively, apartment complex owners can partner with three tenants to request up to $1000 in supplies to create an apartment community garden. Program availability is limited, so submit your order as soon as possible. To learn more and to apply for the program, visit www.elcajon.gov/urbanroots today!
SUPER FOODIE | Jesus Velazquez
As an El Cajon resident and employee, I love to eat locally. The City of El Cajon has over 200 eateries, from family-owned and operated to some well-known franchises. I was asked to start a column for My El Cajon featuring my favorite places to eat in our City—an impossible task given how many delicious and varied choices there are here. If you are looking for delicious Vietnamese or Asian fusion cuisine, look no further than Grandpa Tao Kitchen at 1190 North 2nd Street. This restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, including some vegan options. Whether you are in the mood for Phoở when it’s cold outside, a hearty Bahn Mi or some of the best egg rolls around, this is the place. The food is not only delicious, but the restaurant is beautiful, and the service is exceptional.
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MY EL CAJON • SPRING ISSUE 2023
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