How To Spread Cheer In La Mesa: Toys For Tots Needs Your Help

Each year, the Walt Disney Company collects toys for children whose families may not be able to afford holiday gifts.

Where To Buy A Christmas Tree Near La Mesa-Mount Helix

Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.

Cooking A Turkey: How To Avoid Foodborne Illness In La Mesa

Officials offered tips to help avoid foodborne illness this turkey day at your La Mesa or Mount Helix feast.

La Mesa-Mount Helix's Favorite Thanksgiving Pie: 2021 Poll

What is your favorite pie to eat on Thanksgiving? Share your answer in this incredibly unscientific Patch poll.

National Espresso Day: Get Your Fix For Free Near La Mesa

Tuesday's cup of joe will taste better than usual. Dunkin' will be offering free espresso drink rewards across California.

How To Cook An Affordable Thanksgiving Dinner In La Mesa

As food costs skyrocket across the United States, consider these ways to save money on 2021’s Thanksgiving dinner.

As Holidays Near, How To Help Hungry Families In La Mesa

For some families in La Mesa and other U.S. cities, an extravagant holiday meal isn't on the table this Thanksgiving or Christmas.

La Mesa-Mount Helix Area Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

Get ready for Halloween family fun in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area by visiting these nearby pumpkin patches in 2021.

How To Recycle Pumpkins For Birds And Wildlife In La Mesa

If the decomposing jack-o'-lantern is creeping you out, share the fall bounty from La Mesa-Mount Helix area pumpkin patches with critters.

La Mesa Area Pumpkin Field Visits: Origin Of Jack-O'-Lanterns

After finding the best pumpkin in a La Mesa-Mount Helix area field or patch, learn about the history of jack-o'-lanterns before carving.

Pumpkin Seeds: La Mesa Area Fields Hold The Best Fall Treat

When carving the Halloween jack-o'-lantern from the La Mesa area pumpkin fields, save the seeds. Roasting them is a piece of cake.

Carving Jack-O'-Lanterns From La Mesa Area Pumpkin Patch: Tips

Now that you've picked the best pumpkin in the patch in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area, follow these tips for the best fall carvings.

La Mesa-Mount Helix Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

Late-October is a great time to pick up the best pumpkin possible at La Mesa-Mount Helix area pumpkin patches.

2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines In La Mesa-Mount Helix

More people are still shopping online due to the pandemic. Before you send those gifts, know the 2021 shipping deadlines in La Mesa.

Where To Find The Best Pumpkin Patches Near La Mesa-Mount Helix

There's only a couple of weeks left to get the best pumpkin for Halloween in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area.

Pumpkin Farms Around La Mesa-Mount Helix

Halloween is right around the corner, and you don't have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area.

How To Store Pumpkins After Fall Trips To La Mesa Area Patches

Not all pumpkins in San Diego County patches are meant to be jack-o'-lanterns. Here's how to harvest, cure and store the best of them.

Where To Find The Best Pumpkin Patches Near La Mesa-Mount Helix

Halloween and fun are right around the corner, and you don't have to travel far to find the best pumpkins in the La Mesa area in 2021.

La Mesa Area Pumpkin Patches May Inspire Best Halloween Costumes

Fall visits to San Diego County pumpkin fields help you score the best jack-o'-lanterns, but they may also inspire DIY costumes.

White Pumpkins: What To Know Before Visiting La Mesa Area Patches

For a ghostly jack-o'-lantern, search for a white pumpkin in the fields and patches around La Mesa-Mount Helix this fall.

La Mesa, Here's How To Make A Jack-O-Lantern Last Longer

You picked the best pumpkin from La Mesa area patches and fields this fall. Here's how to make your Halloween jack-o-lantern last longer.

La Mesa-Mount Helix Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

Early October is a great time to visit a pumpkin field in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area.

What Can A Pumpkin Patch Visit Teach La Mesa-Mount Helix Kids?

Kids visit pumpkin patches and fields every fall to pick out the best jack-o-lanterns and to connect with nature.

Pumpkin Availability Near La Mesa-Mount Helix For 2021

California is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.

La Mesa-Mount Helix Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

There are a number of pumpkin patches in the La Mesa-Mount Helix area.

Best Pumpkin Patches Near La Mesa-Mount Helix

Find a pumpkin patch and other fall activities near La Mesa-Mount Helix.

What To Know As Rosh Hashanah 2021 Starts In La Mesa-Mount Helix

The Jewish New Year begins Sept. 6 at sundown and concludes on Sept. 8. Here’s what you should know about this important holiday.

Labor Day 2021: Grocery Stores Open In And Near La Mesa

See which grocery stores in and near La Mesa will keep or alter their hours for the upcoming Monday holiday.

Labor Day 2021: Retail Stores Open In And Near La Mesa

Kohl's, Marshalls and Target will be among the major chains open for business on the worker holiday.

Fear, Anxiety A Reality For La Mesa Veterans On 4th Of July

Nearly 30 percent of combat veterans and first responders suffer from symptoms of PTSD. Here’s how you can consider them this 4th of July.

Traveling This 4th Of July? Check Gas Prices In La Mesa

Gas prices are at a seven-year high this Independence Day. Before you travel, see how much you can expect to pay at the pump.

4th Of July Pool Safety: Tips To Prevent Drowning In La Mesa

Swimming pool dangers persist, especially for children, in La Mesa.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On La Mesa-Mount Helix Patch

Publish a photo of pops on Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Flag Etiquette: How To Fly The Flag On Memorial Day In La Mesa

Flying an American flag on Memorial Day in La Mesa honors people who have died while in the military, but there's a specific way to do it.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Favorite Photo On La Mesa-Mount Helix Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on Patch.

Christmas Grocery Store Hours For La Mesa, Mount Helix In 2020

Find out where you can pick up those AAA batteries and last-minute Christmas dinner ingredients on Christmas Day in San Diego County.

USPS Operation Santa: How To Mail A Letter In La Mesa

Some kids could go without gifts this Christmas. The Postal Service's Operation Santa program wants your help keeping Santa's magic alive.

Christmas Tree Farms Near La Mesa-Mount Helix: Your 2020 Guide

Many local Christmas tree farms are taking precautions amid the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure you and yours have a happy holiday.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines Are Approaching In La Mesa-Mount Helix

Here are the deadlines in La Mesa and Mount Helix to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.

How To Do Thanksgiving Dinner On A Budget In La Mesa-Mount Helix

As millions of U.S. families face hunger amid the pandemic, skip the whole turkey and consider these ways to save money this Thanksgiving.