La Mesa is a city located in San Diego County, California. It covers an area of about 9.1 square miles and borders Spring Valley and Lemon Grove to the South, San Diego to the West and North, and El Cajon to the East.

La Mesa means the table, which is in relation to its geography. It was once part of a large tract – Mission San Diego de Alcala, under the Spanish. The city was founded in 1869 and incorporated in 1912.

There are several notable people from La Mesa and they include NBA player Bill Walton as well as actor Dennis Hopper.

La Mesa is a convenient city to get married in. The bride can buy wedding dresses from Prevue Formal & Bridal. Weddings are high fashion events and evening gowns as well can be purchased there. For couples wanting a wedding planner, there is Kenneth Day Weddings to work with you, give you ideas, and help you with their execution.

Food is an integral part of a wedding, and you can contract for catering services from Continental Catering Inc. if you need them.

With its hot, dry summers and warm winters, La Mesa is a great place to plan a wedding.

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