Ramona Sentinel Things to Do

Children and teens can learn to dance Ballet Folklorico at 4 p.m. Wednesdays at Ramona Community Library. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

June 5, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

Week of June 5

FFA member Kelsey Weller plans to show this goat named Bonnie in this year’s Ramona Junior Fair with her other goat named Clyde. (Courtesy Kelsey Weller)

Kids in ag programs set the stage for Ramona Junior Fair

By Julie Gallant

June 4, 2025 at 9:04 a.m.

4-H, FFA and Grange are prepping their animals and organizing activities.

At the 2024 Julian Town Square Music Festival, Chloe Lou and the Liddells performed. This year’s event will be held June 7. (Photo courtesy
Tyler Stamets)

Music Festival on June 7 to raise funds for renovation of Julian Town Square

By Regina Elling

June 4, 2025 at 9:02 a.m.

Organizers plan to make the area at 2712 Washington St. a permanent community park and...

Paul Beach, Peggy Watson and David Beldock from the group Watson, Beldock and Beach will be among those at the Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival on June 7 in Old Poway Park. (Courtesy of Peggy Watson)

Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival returns Saturday to Old Poway Park

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

June 3, 2025 at 11:41 a.m.

From bluegrass to Americana music and storytelling, there will be something for everyone at the...

Craig Fischer’s band, Farm Truck, will be among the groups performing Saturday from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Haybarn Dance at Red, Whites & Blues. (John Hancock)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

May 29, 2025 at 10:34 a.m.

Week of May 29

Donations for the May 31 Ramona Junior Fair Pie Auction and BBQ will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. the day of the event at the Home Economics building of the Ramona Junior Fair, 431 Aqua Lane. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Junior Fair Pie Auction and BBQ is set for May 31

By Julie Gallant

May 27, 2025 at 11:21 a.m.

Event includes a barbecue dinner and Truck & Tractor Show

Ramona Art, Wine and Music Festival organizers are accepting applications from artisans, wineries and sponsors for the Nov. 1 event. (Michelle Sund)

Ramona Art, Wine and Music Festival organizers accepting applications

By Julie Gallant

May 22, 2025 at 11:42 a.m.

13th annual event publicizes Ramona as an art, wine and music community

Ramona Veterans of Foreign Wars Marla and Bill Smith have celebrated Memorial Day at a past VFW community picnic. (Courtesy Sharon Parker)

Ramona VFW to host Memorial Day events and community picnic

By Julie Gallant

May 20, 2025 at 11:12 a.m.

Ceremonies will be held at Nuevo Memory Gardens, WWII Memorial and Vietnam War Memorial.

Dance all day in Ramona at Kiwanis Music Fest and Haybarn Dance

By Regina Elling

May 21, 2025 at 2:02 p.m.

The events are planned for Saturday, May 31

Ramona Community Library is planning to host a variety of free programs this summer for kids, tweens and teens. The activities are funded by a $4,500 grant from the Ramona Food & Clothes Closet. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona library offers summer programs for kids, tweens and teens

By Julie Gallant

May 20, 2025 at 11:02 a.m.

Teen/tween section has new furniture and children’s section expecting new furniture in 2025

Barrel racing is one of the competitions Saturday at the Way Out West event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fred Grand Arena. The event also takes place Sunday. In the photo, Jamie Harris of Ramona is barrel racing at a Ramona Rodeo event. Mark Blakely

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

May 19, 2025 at 10:44 a.m.

Week of May 15

Greg Rubin, whose garden was featured on a recent San Diego spring garden tour, will speak to the Ramona Garden Club Wednessay at noon about his nook on landscaping with native plants. (Angela Benson)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

May 10, 2025 at 9:01 a.m.

Week of May 8

Performers in “Broadway’s Next Hit Musical: The Phony Awards.” (Courtesy of BNHM)

Poway OnStage’s improv show will require audience interaction

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

May 6, 2025 at 11:39 a.m.

An unscripted, audience-inspired, family-friendly improv show is coming to the Poway Center for the Performing...

Kit Fox Outfitters owner Colin Macdonald and his wife, Stephanie, will serve three types of freeze-dried meals at this year's Taste of Ramona. (Julie Gallant)

Taste of Ramona to offer snacks, samples and sweets on walkable food tour

By Julie Gallant

May 6, 2025 at 11:21 a.m.

Annual fundraiser hosted by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce invites visitors to local venues

Musician Cathryn Beeks had a variety of unique and vintage clothing for sale at her booth at a recent Music Makers Market. (Stephanie Ogilvie)

Music Makers Market to feature shopping, music and wine

By Regina Elling

April 29, 2025 at 12:12 p.m.

Ramona event will be held May 3 at Pamo Valley Winery patio

The Ramona Garden Club will host a Plant and Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3 at Ramona Oaks Park, 25341 Pappas Road in San Diego Country Estates. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Garden Club set for spring fling at Plant and Craft Sale

By Julie Gallant

April 24, 2025 at 8:15 a.m.

A variety of plants and crafts to be available May 3 at Ramona Oaks Park.

The Ramona Chess Club meets at 10 a.m. Monday at the Ramona Senior Center. Keith Birmingham

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

April 23, 2025 at 3:39 p.m.

Week of April 24

Singer/songwriter Jeff Berkley. (Thom Vollenweider)

Friends Jeff Berkley and John Katchur reunite for Poway concert on May 2

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

April 22, 2025 at 12:07 p.m.

Longtime friends Berkley and Katchur will perform new and old-fashioned favorites at San Diego Folk...

Milarose, Briel and Aria Villaverde are excited to see the Easter Bunny at a past Eggstravaganza at Dos Picos County Park in Ramona. This year’s event is Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the park. (Michael Baldauf) saturday Thisyear’

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

April 17, 2025 at 1:21 p.m.

Week of April 17

Sustainable Ramona will be hosting the fourth annual Ramona Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 26 at Begent Ranch in Ramona. (Michelle Sund)

Sustainable Ramona hosts its fourth annual Earth Day Festival

By Julie Gallant

April 15, 2025 at 3:24 p.m.

April 26 event to feature video, speakers, exhibitors and environmentally-friendly information

Ramona Food & Clothes Closet’s Home Store opened Thursday, April 10 at 751 Main St. (Vesna Curry)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

April 12, 2025 at 1:00 a.m.

Week of April 10

of the Regular Cut-ups Scroll Saw Woodworking club will teach children and adults how to make birdhouses such as the ones shown above on Saturday, April 12 at St. Mary’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church in Ramona. (Courtesy Michael Voorhes)

Woodworking club to host a free birdhouse class in Ramona

By Julie Gallant

April 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

The free Woodworking 101 Class is at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 12 at St. Mary’s-in-the-Valley...

Angelina Reynolds, of Dana Point, happened to stop at the Music Maker’s Market on her way to check out a wedding venue in Ramona. (Stephanie Ogilvie)

Here’s a sampling of weekend happenings in Ramona

By Regina Elling

April 3, 2025 at 7:57 a.m.

Wine, music, shopping and hiking are just a few of the events that take place...

First Friday Open House: is held from t to 7 p.m. at 2Create Gallery, 438 Main St. File photo

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

April 3, 2025 at 7:48 a.m.

Week of April 3

Ramona residents Jerry and Kristi Keller are shown driving their yellow Dodge down Main Street. The couple have been regular cruisers on the Thursday night Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Nights. (Rodney Smith)

American Graffiti cruise nights are gearing up for new season in Ramona

By Julie Gallant

April 1, 2025 at 11:24 a.m.

Cruise Nights to include Poker runs, 50/50 drawings, Sock Hop and First Responders Night

Ramona Community Singers meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 1735 Main St.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

March 27, 2025 at 1:24 p.m.

Week of March 27

Ramona artist Lynette Bredow will show a variety of watercolors she created at her studio on Sixth Street during the annual Ramona Artists Open Studios Tour. (Julie Gallant)

Visitors to Ramona Open Studios tour can view artwork, talk to artists

By Julie Gallant

March 26, 2025 at 9:18 a.m.

Nineteen artists will display and sell their pieces at 12 locations April 12 and 13.

Back to the Garden Sharon Whyte, Marc Intravaia, Jim Soldi, Rick Nash and Larry Grano. (Courtesy of Sharon Whyte)

Beatles songs to come alive in narrated ‘story concerts’ this weekend in Poway

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

March 25, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

Back to the Garden is returning to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts with...

Lathom Farm and Vineyard owners Andrew and Mariah Lathom, left, pour a glass of wine for Robin Dohrn-Simpson at a past Cheers to the Valley Wine Festival. (Julie Gallant)

Cheers to the Valley Wine Festival moves to a new Ramona venue

By Julie Gallant

March 20, 2025 at 12:39 p.m.

Chamber and RVVA event includes food bites and merchandise from vendors

Brian Douglas searches for the best fish for the Knights of Columbus annual Lenten Fish Fry, which runs every Friday through April 11. Courtesy Gary Paun

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

March 20, 2025 at 12:39 p.m.

Week of March 20

Samantha Owen, Travis Artz and Kevin Zak in a previous production of “Pete the Cat.” (Jeremy Daniel Photography)

Children’s musical ‘Pete the Cat’ coming to Poway on Saturday

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

March 10, 2025 at 12:32 p.m.

One does not have to be a Pete the Cat fan to enjoy the high-energy...

The Ramona Garden Club meets at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Way.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

March 7, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

Week of March 6

Equine enthusiasts can bring their own horses to a three-day equine retreat at WestWynd Ranch in Ramona on March 20-22. (Courtesy Sherie Levine)

Estates horse trainer Sherie Levine to host equine retreat at WestWynd Ranch

By Julie Gallant

February 27, 2025 at 11:33 a.m.

Activities to include trail riding, pilates lessons, tarot card reading and wine tasting

Knights of Columbus to host 29th annual Lenten Fish Fry in Ramona

By Gary Paun

February 26, 2025 at 12:24 p.m.

The event will be held Fridays from March 7 to April 11 at Immaculate Heart...

The fourth annual Ramona Earth Day Festival is set to be held at Begent Ranch from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 26. (Michelle Sund)

Sustainable Ramona to host fourth annual Earth Day Festival

By Julie Gallant

February 26, 2025 at 12:22 p.m.

The local version of the international Earth Day celebrations will be held April 26 at...

Ramona Calendar of Events: Week of Feb. 27

By Ramona Sentinel

February 26, 2025 at 12:19 p.m.

Things to do in Ramona

Dana Duplan, featured guitar player for the Chris Fast Band, is one of the 2025 San Diego Music Award nominees for Best Blues Artist. John Hancock

Listen to the Band: Bonus tracks, remixes and special editions

By Regina Elling

February 19, 2025 at 1:05 p.m.

In addition to many of the regular weekly music events being held, many local artists...

With the Ramona Community Library closed for repairs, the Ukulele Jammers will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays in the Ramona Town Hall west wing. Karla Brustad

Ramona Calendar of Events: Week of Feb. 20

By Ramona Sentinel

February 19, 2025 at 12:33 p.m.

Editor’s note: Send details (who, what, where, cost and information) or questions in an...

A favorite oasis for off-roaders is 17 Palms, a picturesque grove of palms tucked into an arid wash in the eastern part of Borrego Badlands. (Ernie Cowan / For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Outdoors: Anza-Borrego’s palm groves beckon to be explored

By Ernie Cowan

March 7, 2025 at 2:54 p.m.

Some of these palm groves scattered throughout the arid landscape are easy to reach by...

Backcountry Quilters meet Thursdays at 9 a.m. at the Ramona Community Center.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

February 13, 2025 at 10:51 a.m.

Week of Feb. 13

The Ramona Town Hall dedicated in 1894 is celebrating its 131st anniversary at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Town Hall will celebrate its 131st anniversary with renovation updates

By Julie Gallant

February 11, 2025 at 10:59 a.m.

Events being hosted in the main hall generate revenue and bring exposure to its possibilities

The Blind Boys of Alabama — Sterling Glass, Ricky McKinnie, JW Smith and Joey Williams — will perform in the Poway Center for the Performing Arts at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23. (Cole Weber)

Blind Boys of Alabama to sing in Poway on Feb. 23

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

February 11, 2025 at 10:55 a.m.

The Blind Boys of Alabama will be ed by Shemekia Copeland when they take to...

Kiwanian Dave Geary will be pouring the batter at the Super Saturday Pancake Breakfast V from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday. (Maureen Robertson)

Ramona Calendar of Events: Week of Feb. 6

By Ramona Sentinel

February 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Find out what's going on in Ramona this week

A crowd gathers in front of the Ramona mural, “Tending the Vineyard.” Michelle Sund

Take a walking tour of Ramona H.E.A.R.T murals on Feb. 15

By Ramona Sentinel

February 4, 2025 at 12:52 p.m.

The Ramona H.E.A.R.T Mural Project will host a walking tour of its murals on Saturday...

Friends of Ramona Library is holding its annual “Fill a Bag” book sale on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Alejandro Tamayo / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Friends of Ramona Library to host annual ‘Fill a Bag’ book sale

By Ramona Sentinel

February 4, 2025 at 12:17 p.m.

Friends of Ramona Library is holding its “Fill a Bag” book sale on Saturday, Feb....

Ramona Woman’s Club is offering scholarships to high school seniors i Ramona. File photo

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

January 30, 2025 at 11:34 a.m.

Week of Jan. 30

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir of San Diego will perform at the First Congregational Church of Ramona on Sunday, Feb. 23 during Black History Month. (Courtesy Vonnie Switzer)

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir to perform in Ramona on Feb. 23

By Julie Gallant

January 30, 2025 at 9:17 a.m.

The choir's free concert is at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Ramona

Ramona Outback Amateur Radio Society meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Ramona Community Library.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

January 23, 2025 at 4:45 p.m.

Week of Jan. 23

Ramona Chamber of Commerce Immediate Past President Paul Zawilenski speaks at a past Chamber awards gala. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Chamber to host black tie and boots awards dinner

By Julie Gallant

January 21, 2025 at 10:34 a.m.

Honorees made community impacts in 2024; county supervisor to install Chamber board for 2025

The proposed Santa Maria Creek Greenway trail will be a topic at the Parks and Recreation Community Advisory Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21. (Courtesy County of San Diego)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

January 16, 2025 at 9:03 a.m.

Week of Jan. 16

The view from Martha’s Grove Trail, facing north. (Maura Fox / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Goodan Ranch features an expansive trail network — and an expansive history

By Maura Fox

May 2, 2025 at 1:36 p.m.

The 3.6-mile loop at Martha's Grove Trail explores Poway's ranching history and pays homage to...

San Diego Symphony organ curator Bob Knight in the solo chamber which is one flor above the stage and hds he organ;s loudest compnents. pose for photo in Downtown on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024 in San Diego, California. (Alejandro Tamayo / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

How Ramona's Bob Knight saved the San Diego Symphony's 104-year-old organ from impending oblivion — one pipe at a time

By George Varga

January 5, 2025 at 9:03 a.m.

His organ-building roots date back to King George III: 'There’s been an organ builder in...

A representative of The National Grange fraternal organization will share information and invite new to at a meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Ramona Grange No. 632 at 215 Seventh St. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

January 2, 2025 at 12:01 p.m.

Week of Jan. 2

Mojalet Dance Collective dancers are, from left, Robby Johnson, Nef Valle, Alia Jumanan and Christina Wurz. (Faith Jensen-Ismay)

Mojalet Dance Collective to present modern dance performance at Ramona Town Hall

By Julie Gallant

December 26, 2024 at 10:47 a.m.

Fundraising continues for renovating the historic building’s Main Hall

Happy New Year from the Ramona Sentinel! File photo

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

January 2, 2025 at 1:32 p.m.

Week of Dec. 26

Christmas Tree Lighting festivities have been an annual tradition in Ramona for 32 years. (Susan McCormick)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

December 5, 2024 at 8:06 a.m.

Week of Dec. 5

The Ramona Garden Club will host a holiday potluck and team trivia game on Dec. 11 at Mountain View Community Church. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Garden Club to host holiday potluck, team trivia game

By Julie Gallant

December 4, 2024 at 1:35 p.m.

Competitors will aim for high score in a fun and educational environment

Ash and the Mondays will be performing on Dec.13 at the Ugly Sweater Party and Dec. 16 at the Ramona Music Alliance Old Hollywood Holiday Party. (John Hancock)

Listen to the Band: Bonus tracks, remixes and special editions

By Regina Elling

December 3, 2024 at 2:43 p.m.

In addition to the regular weekly music events in Ramona, many local artists take part...

The toys really piled up at a past Toys for Tots collection event at the Ramona Airport. (File photo)

Toys for Tots toy donation event set for Dec. 7 at Ramona Airport

By Julie Gallant

November 27, 2024 at 9:02 a.m.

All donations will be given to children in San Diego County communities

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

November 27, 2024 at 9:01 a.m.

Week of Nov. 28

The view from a mountain in the Bernardo Bay Natural Area. (Maura Fox / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

A simple stroll around the Bernardo Bay Natural Area

By Maura Fox

November 25, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Hikers can explore a section of the San Dieguito River Park, including Lake Hodges and...

Ramona Senior Center holds regular bingo games at 1 p.m. Thursdays at the center, 434 Aqua Lane. (Julie Gallant)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

November 21, 2024 at 9:25 a.m.

Week of Nov. 21

Santa shares his magic as he lights up the town Christmas tree. (Susan McCormick)

32nd annual Christmas Tree Lighting ‘brings town of Ramona together’

By Julie Gallant

November 19, 2024 at 11:27 a.m.

Vendors, live music, carolers, dining, shopping, classic cars and kids crafts highlight event

The American Legion Post 332’s seventh annual Operation Flapjacks veterans appreciation breakfast will be held Dec. 7 at the Ramona VFW Post 3783 on Kelly Avenue. (Julie Gallant)

American Legion Post 332 to host Operation Flapjacks on Dec. 7

By Julie Gallant

November 19, 2024 at 11:25 a.m.

Proceeds from $5 breakfast to benefit military and youth groups in Ramona

Ramona Unified School District staff gave a budget update report to trustees on March 10. (File Photo)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

November 22, 2024 at 1:24 p.m.

Week of Nov. 14

Ramona resident Sami Zein, center, is a San Diego Fix-It Clinic volunteer who helps repair items for clinic attendees. (Courtesy San Diego Fix-It Clinic)

Fix-It Clinic to offer free repairs to electronics and household items in Ramona

By Julie Gallant

November 12, 2024 at 11:51 a.m.

People can bring small broken items to Ramona Community Library from 10 a.m. to 1...

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

November 7, 2024 at 9:49 a.m.

Week of Nov. 7

Episcopal Church Women pricing boutique items for the Fall Bazaar are, from left, Laura Myers, Georgie Suitor, Sandy Bedard and Charlene Mooney. (Courtesy of St. Mary's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church)

Ramona church to host 24th annual Fall Bazaar on Nov. 16

By Julie Gallant

November 6, 2024 at 12:40 p.m.

Funds raised at event will go towards the church’s community outreach programs

The Ramona Chamber of Commerce presents its annual Merchants Safe Trick or Treat event on Main Street from 4 to 6 p.m. on Halloween night.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

October 30, 2024 at 5:11 p.m.

Week of Oct. 31

The Oct. 31 Harvest Festival at Mountain View Community Church is offering hayrides in addition to carnival games, mechanical bull ride and cake walk. (Courtesy Heather Winters)

Churches in Ramona to host Harvest Festival and Community Turkey Dinner

By Julie Gallant

October 29, 2024 at 12:15 p.m.

Harvest Festival features carnival games and candy; Community Turkey Dinner offers low-cost meal

Ramona Pony’s 4th Annual Field of Screams Baseball Tournament will be held Friday through Sunday at Wellfield Park. The tournament will include 85 teams from the San Diego area. (Stephanie Cooter)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

October 25, 2024 at 8:41 a.m.

Week of Oct. 24

The 12th annual Art, Wine & Music Festival is set for Saturday, Nov. 2 at Begent Ranch in Ramona. (Tim Connelly)

12th annual Art, Wine & Music Festival introduces music performances

By Julie Gallant

October 23, 2024 at 3:08 p.m.

New additions also include beer and hard cider tastings, and food truck fare

A couple of the creepy creatures you’ll find at the Haunted Graveyard in Ramona. Michael Koermer

A guide to chilling and fun Halloween happenings in Ramona

By Ramona Sentinel

October 27, 2024 at 2:02 p.m.

Spooky films, haunted graveyard among the goings-on

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

October 17, 2024 at 12:31 p.m.

Week of Oct. 17

Farm Truck performs during a past Barn Dance event. (John Hancock)

Farm Truck Barn Dance and Back Country Music Festival set for Nov. 9

By Regina Elling

October 21, 2024 at 8:28 a.m.

Twenty or so musical acts will take to four stages across Ramona for the Backcountry...

Spectators roamed Main Street as they viewed the many vehicles on display at last year’s AutoFest. (Courtesy Charger Steve)

AutoFest in Ramona to feature about 200 cars on display and vying for awards

By Regina Elling

October 8, 2024 at 3:10 p.m.

Car enthusiasts of all kinds will find something to ire at the Ramona AutoFest, on...

Men and women can have high-paying jobs in the construction industry. (Getty Images)

Skilled Trades Fair returns to Rancho Bernardo on Saturday

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

October 8, 2024 at 2:42 p.m.

The second annual Skilled Trades Fair hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Los Rancheros is...

The Ramona Motorcycle Rally will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Ramona Fairgrounds.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

October 3, 2024 at 3:57 p.m.

Week of Oct. 3

A bright yellow tractor is staged for the tractor show by Pat Donovan, president of the Guy B. Woodward Museum. (Courtesy Guy B. Woodward Museum)

Guy B. Woodward Museum in Ramona to host tractor show

By Regina Elling

October 2, 2024 at 12:23 p.m.

Tractors typically have been an essential part of any agricultural community, and Ramona is no...

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

September 27, 2024 at 1:39 p.m.

Week of Sept. 26

The eighth annual Ramona Motorcycle Rally offers entertainment and music on Oct. 5-6 at the Ramona Fairgrounds. (Courtesy Shellz Dezign Photography & Dogs)

Eighth annual Ramona Motorcycle Rally set for Oct. 5-6

By Julie Gallant

September 26, 2024 at 10:38 a.m.

New attractions include biker rodeo games and motorcycle art auction

Karin Marsicek, program manager, and Kimber Williams, president, pose with ranch residents Phinneas, the
miniature horse and Donkey, the miniature donkey. (Shelly Mullin)

Robin’s Nest animal rescue to hold Oct. 13 fundraiser

By Regina Elling

September 26, 2024 at 10:33 a.m.

Robin’s Nest Rescue Ranch will host its second annual Rockin’ Robin Music Fest on Oct....

Performers appearing at the “Songbirds and Sunflowers” third anniversary event include, from left, Jessie
Lark, Ashley E. Norton and Sara Jade. (Courtesy
Ashley E. Norton)

‘Songbirds and Sunflowers’ celebrates third anniversary of women’s music event

By Regina Elling

September 26, 2024 at 10:32 a.m.

In early October, the Ramona Town Hall will be filled with sunflowers, female musicians and...

The Rolling Stones are take a bow after the legendary band’s Belly Up show in 2015.. The group’s touring saxophonist, Karl Denson (second from right), hails the intimate venue as his favorite place to perform in the nation.

A hairdryer for Stevie Nicks? A running track for Mick Jagger? The Belly Up’s 50-year history transcends music

By George Varga

September 18, 2024 at 2:51 p.m.

The 600-capacity music venue in San Diego's North County has hosted some of the world's...

Kiwanis Club of Ramona’s BowWow PowWow Dog Show will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ramona Fairgrounds.

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

September 12, 2024 at 4:36 p.m.

Week of Sept. 12

The Ramona Woman’s Club will hold its Happy Birthday Welcome Back luncheon at noon Thursday. The event marks the club’s 112th year. Gathered for a recent summer luncheon were, from left, Laurel Schweig, Second Vice President Sue Porath, First Vice President Peggy Bergman-Smith, President Jill McKenzie, and Literary Section Co-Chair Patsy Heald. (Maureen Robertson)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

September 4, 2024 at 8:09 a.m.

Week of Sept. 5

Calamity will be performing at Smoking Cannon Brewery in Ramona on Sept. 27. (Cathryn Beeks)

Listen to the Band: Bonus Tracks, Remixes and Special Editions

By Regina Elling

September 4, 2024 at 3:37 p.m.

Coming up: the three-year anniversary of Ramona Songbirds event, the 27th annual Julian Grape Stomp...

Ramona Kiwanian Jon Stephens paints the front gate of the Guy B. Woodward Museum during the service club’s last Saturday morning work project. Kiwanians will work again at the museum beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday in lieu of their regular breakfast meeting. (Maureen Robertson)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

August 29, 2024 at 10:36 a.m.

Week of Aug. 29

Ramona Woman’s Club executive board and directors are: front, from left, First Vice President Peggy Bergman-Smith, Co-Third Vice President Betty Show, Corresponding Secretary Sue Williams, and Recording Secretary Karen Boyd, and, back from left, President Jill McKenzie,
Director Darlene McNeal, Treasurer Carole Jewel, Second Vice President Sue Porath, Director Cyndi Wear, Co-Third Vice President Marlene Dimich, and Parliamentarian Sherie Macht. (Maureen Robertson)

Woman’s Club to mark 112th year at Welcome Back luncheon

By Maureen Robertson

August 29, 2024 at 10:35 a.m.

Ramona Woman’s Club will celebrate its 112th year and kick off the club’s 2024-25 season...

The Ramona Valley Lane. Fourth Tuesday of the Month: Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA), 6 p.m. (Call Teri Kerns for meeting location teri@ramonaranchwines.com 619-925-5008)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

August 22, 2024 at 4:44 p.m.

Week of Aug. 22

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

August 15, 2024 at 4:56 p.m.

Week of Aug. 15

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery is holding the second of its mural projects from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Children from around the region can help paint a nature-themed mural that will be displayed at the gallery. (Santa Ysabel Art Gallery)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

August 9, 2024 at 3:54 p.m.

Week of Aug. 8

Donations will be collected at the Ramona Rodeo to raise funds for pediatric cancer assistance. (Courtesy Ramona Rodeo)

Ramona Rodeo s effort to pediatric cancer awareness

By Julie Gallant

August 7, 2024 at 9:17 a.m.

Funds will be used to help families of children with cancer pay bills, buy medicine...

Ramona Rodeo contestants will compete in Rough Stock Events and Timed Events. (Courtesy Ramona Rodeo)

43rd annual Ramona Rodeo to showcase riding and roping skills

By Julie Gallant

August 6, 2024 at 5:25 p.m.

Entertainment includes calf scramble, 'Misfit Cowboy,' mutton bustin’ and post-rodeo dances

Guests take part in a traditional grape stomping in an oak barrel at the Julian Grape Stomp Festa. The 27th annual event on Saturday, Sept. 7 will feature performances by several Ramona musicians. (Kat Forcades)

Listen to the Band: Bonus tracks, remixes and special editions

By Regina Elling

August 9, 2024 at 8:49 a.m.

This is the place to find out about special events, as well as album and...

For its Friday open house, 2Create Gallery is having a book-g with photographer of Roy Toft, author of “Wild Ramona.” (Roy Toft)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

August 1, 2024 at 3:57 p.m.

Week of Aug. 1

Amusement rides never grow old, and remain a favorite
activity for visitors to the Ramona Country Fair, which is being held Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28. (Regina Elling)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

July 25, 2024 at 9:04 a.m.

Week of July 25

Women dress up in outfits made of turkey feathers for a past Turkey Days celebration in Ramona. (Courtesy Guy B. Woodward Museum)

Ramona museum seeks Turkey Day items for new exhibit

By Ramona Sentinel

July 24, 2024 at 10:25 a.m.

Domestic turkeys were such a major part of Ramona’s past that the town at one...

The 2024 Ramona Junior Fair begins Friday, July 19 with several days of animal shows and Home Economics competitions and ends with the auction Saturday, July 27. (Sentinel file photo)

Ramona Calendar of Events

By Ramona Sentinel

July 18, 2024 at 8:40 a.m.

Week of July 18

Contestants line up at the 2023 BowWow PowWow presented by the Kiwanis Club of Ramona. (Maureen Robertson)

Ramona Kiwanis clinches plans for BowWow PowWow

By Maureen Robertson

July 17, 2024 at 8:50 a.m.

Sponsorships are open for Ramona’s 16th BowWow PowWow, an event for families, pet owners, and...