Holiday celebration<\/p>\n
The Carlsbad Republican Women Federated group will hold a Christmas and holiday celebration at 11 a.m. Dec. 2 at the Holiday Inn, 2725 Palomar Airport Road. The keynote speaker is Melissa O\u2019Connor, who will discuss the connection between the principles of Christianity and the nation\u2019s founding. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. RSVP by 5 p.m. Nov. 26 at carlsbadrepublicans.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n CHULA VISTA The Chula Vista Salvation Army will hold the annual Red Kettle Kickoff at 9 a.m. Nov. 24 at Salvation Army, 648 Third Ave. Chula Vista Mayor John McCann is slated to participate in the event. Community members can meet the Salvation Army team and support the Red Kettle Program, sign up for a bell ringing time, make a donation, pick a gift angel card, and enjoy coffee and doughnuts. Visit chulavista.salvationarmy.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Free genealogy class<\/p>\n The Chula Vista Genealogical Society hosts a free genealogy education class from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library Community Room, 4375 Bonita Road. The class will focus on building a tree in FamilySearch. Bring a laptop or tablet. Walk-ins are welcome. Register at chulavistagenealogysociety.wildapricot.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Christmas Posada and Latin Concert<\/p>\n The free annual Christmas Posada and Latin Concert is from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 at St. Mark\u2019s Church, 580 Hilltop Drive. Highlights include family games and activities, a luncheon featuring Mexican dishes and music by the church\u2019s Spanish Band, led by Manuel Alvarez. Admission is free; donations are welcome. Visit stmarkschulavista.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n EL CAJON The Heritage of the Americas Museum is hosting an exhibit by local artist Duke Windsor, who served in the Marine Corps. The exhibition, which runs through Dec. 17, shows scenes inspired by San Diego and beyond. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at 12110 Cuyamaca College Drive West. Admission is $4-$6; free for students and youths 17 and younger. Visit heritageoftheamericasmuseum.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n ENCINITAS The San Dieguito Garden Club meets at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 19 at the 1883 Schoolhouse, 390 W. F St. All are invited. The program starts at 10 a.m. and includes a demonstration of creating holiday floral arrangements by member and florist Carolyn Jones. Floral arrangements will be raffled off. The club\u2019s theme is \u201cTo cultivate friendship through gardening.\u201d Email candykatz37@gmail.com.<\/p>\n Lightscape opens at botanic garden<\/p>\n Lightscape runs Nov. 14 through Jan. 4 at the San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Drive. The immersive experience guides visitors through a 1-mile garden trail with tunnels of lights featuring light installations designed by international artists. Installations range from California poppies and a field of fireflies to a laser garden. There will be seasonal treats. Tickets start at $28; $18 for children. Visit sdbg.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n ESCONDIDO The Kiwanis Escondido Charity Fishing Derby starts at 6 a.m. Nov. 22-23 at Dixon Lake. The family-friendly event typically draws more than 2,000 people. Dixon Lake is scheduled to be newly stocked with 4,500 pounds of rainbow trout before the event. There will be prizes for adults and juniors for catching the biggest fish. A free kiddie pond will be guided by senior anglers to help kids catch their first fish. Proceeds go toward supporting schoolchildren of Escondido. Kiwanis Escondido is a 100-year-old group whose volunteers serve the local community. Visit kiwanisfishingderby.eventbrite.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n FALLBROOK A Wonderland Artisan Faire is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 29 in downtown Fallbrook featuring handmade goods, art, live music, holiday treats and free photos with Santa. There will also be the farmers market. Visit fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Church celebrates anniversary<\/p>\n The Mary Magdalene Apostle Catholic Community will celebrate 20 years of service on Nov. 30 with a celebratory Mass at 1 p.m. at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 2696 Melbourne Drive. A reception and fellowship will follow. Visit mmacc.org<\/a> or call 619-259-0541.<\/p>\n LA JOLLA A presentation on \u201cMaking Protea Wreaths for the Holidays,\u201d led by Carolina Leap from Blooms in Bliss Protea Farm in Ramona, will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 18 at the La Jolla Woman\u2019s Club, 7791 Draper Ave. Leap will demonstrate how to create a protea wreath for the holidays. Wreath kits will be sold. There will be raffle prizes. Visit bloomsinbliss.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n NORTH COUNTY The American Association of University Women\u2019s Carlsbad-Oceanside-Vista group will put on its annual holiday luncheon from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 5 at Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, Vista. The deadline to register is Nov. 28. Cost is $50 for choice of salmon, chicken or vegetarian. Make check to AAUW-COV and mail to 7111 El Fuerte St., Carlsbad. Visit cov-ca.aauw.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n OCEANSIDE LIFE, MiraCosta College\u2019s Learning is for Everyone group, hosts two free lectures on Nov. 21 at the MiraCosta Oceanside Campus in the board room of Administration Building 1000, or online via Zoom. At 1 p.m., \u201cHistory of El Presidio de San Diego, San Diego\u2019s Lost City\u201d will be presented by Richard Carrico, professor emeritus at San Diego State University. At 2:30 p.m., two MiraCosta study-abroad alumni will share their experiences in Japan and Florence. Visit miracosta.edu\/life<\/a>.<\/p>\n Community celebration for church\u2019s 150th anniversary<\/p>\n The Oceanside Sanctuary will put on a 150th anniversary celebration Nov. 22-23. A free Community Carnival is from noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at the church campus, with family-friendly games, a chili cook-off contest, live music, a food drive to benefit the Sanctuary Pantry and an \u201cAmazing Race\u201d through historic Oceanside places. A Sesquicentennial Worship Service commemorating 150 years of ministry is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 23 at 204 S. Freeman St. with music, special guests and reflections on the church\u2019s legacy. Visit oceansidesanctuary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Community input sought on Rail Trail<\/p>\n The city of Oceanside is conducting a feasibility study for the final segment of the 21-mile Inland Rail Trail, a multiuse path along the Sprinter rail line that will connect the cities of Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos and Escondido. The city invites residents, business owners and stakeholders to give input on the preliminary design concepts and draft feasibility study on an online survey by Dec. 5 at engage.publiccoordinate.com\/project\/inland-rail-trail<\/a>.<\/p>\n Toy drive for military kids<\/p>\n Veterans Association of North County is collecting new, unwrapped toys for local military children 11 and younger and gift cards for ages 11-17; or $25 can be donated online at vanc.me<\/a>. Drop off gifts at VANC, 1617 Mission Ave., or donate $25 for a gift card online. The deadline is Dec. 15. Visit vanc.me<\/a>.<\/p>\n Retired teachers group holds holiday event<\/p>\n The local California Retired Teachers Association, Division 45, will hold its holiday luncheon from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Broken Yolk Cafe, 2434 Vista Way. The speaker is Ellen Neufeldt, president of California State University San Marcos. Reserve at calrta45reservation@gmail.com or call 760-598-5784.<\/p>\n POINT LOMA The Point Loma Artists Association holds a holiday market featuring handmade items, including original paintings, pottery, glasswork and woodworking, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 2802 Cadiz St.<\/p>\n Salute to the season<\/p>\n Liberty Station holds a number of family-friendly events, including the annual Holiday Tree Lighting, from 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 28; Nutcracker Tea with the San Diego Ballet at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Dec. 7; and Hanukkah Celebration & Menorah Lighting from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 14. The Rady Children\u2019s Ice Rink will be open Nov. 20 through Jan. 4. Visit libertystation.com\/events\/salute-the-season\/holiday-tree-lighting<\/a>.<\/p>\n RAMONA The Republican Women of California \u2013 Intermountain group meets for lunch at 11 a.m. Nov. 19 at San Vicente Resort-Banquet Room. The speakers are Rowlynda Moretti, who will discuss her experiences with the Young America\u2019s Foundation and her family\u2019s ranching business, and Sasha Reva from Turning Point USA. Cost is $25; reservations are recommended at 760-315-3291.<\/p>\n RANCHO BERNARDO The Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church MusicalKIDS youth theater group will put on a performance of \u201cWinnie the Pooh KIDS\u201d at 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at 17010 Pomerado Road. Tickets are $5 at the door; $20 for family of five. For questions, email olivia@rbcpc.org.<\/p>\n RANCHO SANTA FE The Village Church\u2019s Alternative Christmas Market runs from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 23 on the church patio, where representatives from a dozen local and global missions will have information tables. Attendees can support a mission and make a donation in honor of someone as a gift. Online shopping is through Dec. 24 at villagechurch.org\/alternative-christmas-market<\/a>.<\/p>\n SAN DIEGO The annual Doggie Street Festival is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at NTC Park in Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Road. Bring a friendly dog. There will be vet tips, pet products and services and live music along with food and auction prizes. Admission is free. Visit doggiestreetfestival.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Holiday Villages event helps homeless people<\/p>\n Father Joe\u2019s Villages will host its second Holiday Villages at the Bayfront: A Cause to Celebrate from mid-November through Dec. 7. Attendees can stroll through a showcase of decorated Christmas trees while learning about the work Father Joe\u2019s Villages does to overcome homelessness in San Diego. The community can also sponsor a tree to support Father Joe\u2019s. Visit my.neighbor.org\/take-action\/events\/holiday-village<\/a>.<\/p>\n USS Midway Museum free admission for veterans<\/p>\n The USS Midway Museum offers free admission to U.S. military veterans and one guest during the month of November. Free tickets are at the museum\u2019s ticket booth on Navy Pier with proof of service. Also, there\u2019s year-round free admission for active-duty military and active-duty reservists. Visit midway.org\/visit\/special-offers<\/a>.<\/p>\n Animal shelter starts Adoption Trial Program<\/p>\n The San Diego Humane Society started the Adoption Trial Program that gives potential adopters the opportunity to take home an adult pet (7 months and older) with the intent to adopt, while having up to 14 days to make sure the pet is the right match. Community members are eligible for this program if they live within the San Diego Humane Society\u2019s jurisdiction. Visit sdhumane.org\/adoptiontrial<\/a>.<\/p>\n Messiah concert singalong<\/p>\n The San Diego Master Chorale will hold its 15th annual Messiah Sing at 4 p.m. Dec. 7 at St. Paul\u2019s Episcopal Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., in Bankers Hill. The audience can sing Handel\u2019s Messiah, including the Hallelujah Chorus, with the chorale, directed by John Russell and accompanied by organist Martin Green. Tickets are $40; $35 for seniors and military; and $20 for students. Audience can bring their own score, or rent one at the venue for $5. Visit sdmasterchorale.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Winter Wonderland Fashion Show<\/p>\n The Arc of San Diego will put on its annual Winter Wonderland Fashion Show & Luncheon, themed \u201cShimmer & Glimmer,\u201d at 10 a.m. Dec. 5 at the US Grant Hotel, 326 Broadway. Highlights include holiday boutique shopping, auctions, a luncheon and a fashion show. The emcee is Mary Murphy, ballroom dance champion and television personality. Proceeds benefit The Arc of San Diego\u2019s programs for children and adults with disabilities. Tickets start at $155. Visit arc-sd.com\/winterwonderland<\/a>.<\/p>\n Free days at art museum<\/p>\n The San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park offers free general admission on the third Tuesday of the month for San Diego County residents and the second Thursday of the month for all visitors. Both free days are subject to restrictions, such as being limited to general admission and excluding special exhibitions. The next free day is Nov. 18. Free daily admission is offered to active and veteran military service members with military ID, plus one guest, and students with student ID. Visit sdmart.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SAN DIEGO COUNTY Cuyamaca Rancho State Park\u2019s trails maintenance volunteer unit is looking for volunteers to help with trail maintenance in Cuyamaca. The group clears trails of brush and fallen tree branches and works on grading on over 80 miles of park trails. Work party days are four hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Contact the volunteer coordinator at cmcurtis@pacbell.net or 858-278-3280.<\/p>\n Crisis team seeks volunteers<\/p>\n The Trauma Intervention Programs of San Diego, aka TIP, is looking for volunteers to join crisis teams and support trauma victims at emergency scenes. TIP is especially in need of volunteers in East County communities along with National City and Coronado. No experience necessary; training provided. Training Academy and registration information is at tipsandiego.org<\/a> or 855-TIPSD-HELP (855-847-7343).<\/p>\n SAN MARCOS Interfaith Community Services opened a thrift boutique shop, Kind Threads, at 251 North City Drive in North City across from California State Univeristy San Marcos. The boutique is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Proceeds benefit Escondido-based nonprofit Interfaith Community Services\u2019 programs for homeless community members. Visit interfaithservices.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SANTEE The annual Holiday Lighting is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Road. Highlights include sledding, live music, photos with Santa, games, face painting and crafting along with seasonal treats. The tree lighting will be at 6:15 p.m. on the amphitheater stage, with holiday tunes. \u201cSelfies with Santa\u201d are from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Santee Trolley Square. Visit santeespecialevents.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n SPRING VALLEY Mt. Miguel High School Foundation holds a Holiday Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at 8585 Blossom Lane, offering one-of-a-kind gifts. For questions, email mtmiguelalumni@gmail.com.<\/p>\n VISTA Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland will host a QuarterMania Fundraiser from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. The game is a cross between an auction, a raffle and bingo. Bring plenty of quarters to bid on auction items. (The maximum bid is three quarters, so no one spends more than 75 cents on any item.) Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for check-in, lunch and viewing up to 10 vendor booths. Tickets are $30, including bidding paddle and poker chip, light lunch and nonalcoholic drink. RSVP by Nov. 17 at soroptimistvista.org or pat@vistacopy.com.<\/p>\n City seeks commission members<\/p>\n The city of Vista is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission and Homelessness Commission. The Planning Commission reviews development proposals and makes recommendations on land use, zoning and community growth. The Homelessness Commission advises the City Council on strategies and initiatives to address homelessness in Vista. Applicants must be Vista residents age 18 or older. The deadline to apply is Nov. 30. 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\nRed Kettle Kickoff<\/p>\n
\nHoliday art exhibition and sale<\/p>\n
\nGarden club meets at historic schoolhouse<\/p>\n
\nKiwanis Club holds Fishing Derby<\/p>\n
\nWonderland Artisan Faire<\/p>\n
\nGarden club hosts wreath-making demo<\/p>\n
\nGroup holds holiday luncheon<\/p>\n
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OCEANSIDE: Surf Museum presents Silver Surfer Award at gala\u2026\u2026.The California Surf Museum\u2019s recent 17th annual Gala Fundraiser included the\u00a0presentation of the California Surf Museum\u2019s Silver Surfer..Award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the culture and lifestyle of the surfing community. This year\u2019s Gala recognized the late filmmaker Bruce Brown\u2019s famous mid-1960\u2019s surf documentary, \u201cThe Endless Summer\u201d that follows surfers Mike Hynson and Robert August around the world in search of the perfect wave, and 1994 followup \u201cThe Endless Summer II.\u201d This year\u2019s Silver Surfer honorees included, from left filmmaker Dana Brown, Mike Hynson accepting for his father and The Endless Summer II\u2019s surfers Pat O\u2019Connell and Robert \u201cWingnut\u201d Weaver. Not pictured are honorees Robert August and the late Bruce Brown.\u00a0 (Lance Smith Photography.)
\nLifelong learning group holds free lectures<\/p>\n
\nArtists run holiday market<\/p>\n
\nRepublican women\u2019s group hosts speakers<\/p>\n
\nYouth theater group stages Winnie the Pooh<\/p>\n
\nAlternative Christmas Market<\/p>\n
\nDoggie Street Festival<\/p>\n
\nVolunteers sought to clear trails<\/p>\n
\nNew thrift shop benefits homeless programs<\/p>\n
\nHoliday tree lighting<\/p>\n
\nHoliday Craft Fair<\/p>\n
\nSoroptimists put on QuarterMania<\/p>\n