La Mesa, CA
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La Mesa is a city in Southern California, located 9 miles (14 km) east of Downtown San Diego in San Diego County. The population was 57,065 at the 2010 census, up from 54,749 at the 2000 census. Its civic motto is “the Jewel of the Hills.”
La Mesa is comprised of two zip codes: 91941 and 91942.
La Mesa in Spanish means “the table”, or alternately “the plateau”, relating to its geography.[9] La Mesa was part of a larger tract, Mission San Diego de Alcalá, and was used by Spanish Missionaries.[10]
La Mesa was founded in 1869 and The City of La Mesa was incorporated on February 16, 1912, under the general laws of the state of California. As such, it does not have a city charter but operates under the laws of the state of California in all respects not specifically covered by any city ordinance.
Its official flower is the bougainvillea. The Village offers quaint shops and both upscale and every day dining locations. There is also a trolley stop for easy access around SD County.
Arts and culture
Farmer’s Market
There is a Farmer’s Market in La Mesa Village every Friday afternoon. Located off Spring Street and Allison
Flag Day Parade
On June 14, 1997, with the help of Councilmember Ruth Sterling, the City of La Mesa inaugurated its First Annual Flag Day Parade.
La Mesa Walkway of the Stars
The “Walkway of the Stars” is a pedestrian walkway that has been transformed into an urban park in downtown La Mesa. The vision for a place to recognize La Mesa’s extraordinary volunteers was provided by Councilmember Ruth Sterling. The park’s theme honors the city’s outstanding volunteers who have provided 10,000 or more hours of service to the city of La Mesa. “Walkway of the Stars” is located between the Allison Avenue municipal parking lot and La Mesa Boulevard.[18]
Oktoberfest
At the beginning of each October, La Mesa holds its biggest event of the year, Oktoberfest, attended by approximately 200,000 people over the three nights of the event. Sometimes Oktoberfest is also held the last weekend of SEPT. Located along La Mesa Blvd and Spring St.
Back to the 50s Car Show
The Back to the ’50s Car Show is an annual summer event where classic car enthusiasts come to display their vehicles. The event is held every Thursday evening during the months of June through August in La Mesa Village along La Mesa Boulevard. Admission to the event is free.
Sundays At Six
Sundays At Six is a free concert series that is offered every year in the months of June and July. For 6 Sundays free concerts are performed in Harry Griffen Park from 6pm – 7pm. The concerts began in 2002. Sundays @ 6 was conceived by Mayor Mark Arapostathis.
Grossmont Center
The city’s major mall, Grossmont Center, opened in 1961.[22]