Farmers Market, Salsa at Grossmont Center, La Mesa Focus and Banbu Sushi

1. La Mesa Farmers Market- 2-6 p.m. Friday at the La Mesa Civic Center, at the foot of Date Ave.
Hot food, produce, flowers and more. Stop by for a snack and veggies for dinner!

3. Manny Cepeda Salsa Plays Sunset Summer Concert Series- 6 p.m. Friday at Grossmont Center.
This will be a great show! If you're a fan of Latin or Afro-Cuban music, Manny is one of the best in the business. Every Friday evening from July 5 to August 30 catch live music at the Macy's Courtyard from 6-8 p.m.

3. Blog of the day: La Mesa’s Challenge Center announces Comedy Night fundraiser

4. August Edition of La Mesa Focus Newsletter- Read a summary of the monthly newsletter by the City of La Mesa, with construction updates, events, and other things to know this month.

5. La Mesa Bites: Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill, 8555 Fletcher Pkwy
This sushi restaurant near Grossmont Center has an East meets West feel, with a stone patio, firepit and umbrellas for sunny days. The wraparound sushi bar is staffed by chefs who know how to wield their knives, and the blue glow of the cocktail bar is a fun touch. They offer lunchtime delivery, free within five miles with a $65 minimum.