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We will be showing the movie “Miracle Maker” (for all ages) and having popcorn, refreshments and cookie decorating. Please come join us for the fun! Visit: www.youhaveaplace.com First Lutheran Church of El Cajon on Facebook

This holiday season, Gelson’s is making it easy to celebrate with complete Christmas meals, a la carte sides, desserts, and a curated selection of wines, bubbles and floral arrangements. Christmas meal options include Roasted Turkey, Spiral Glazed Ham, Prime Rib and Brisket (Certified Angus Beef), Poached or Spicy Salmon, and Meatloaf. Tamales are available in Beef Barbacoa, Green Chili and Cheese, or Chicken with Green Sauce. Customers can enjoy sides like mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, creamed corn, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, turkey gravy, and more, along with desserts including pumpkin, pecan, and apple pies, spiral churros, and other seasonal treats. These offerings will be available for pick up between December 21-24, with December 22 being the last day to order. Christmas pies are available for pickup December 22-24 only. All holiday dinner orders will be refrigerated at the time of pick up and will require reheating. To place an order, visit https://catering.gelsons.com/. Gelson's Markets on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a special evening of world-class cappella music as The Yale Whiffenpoofs, America’s oldest collegiate a cappella group, come to San Diego on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 4 p.m.. The concert will take place at All Souls’ Episcopal Church in Point Loma, a beautiful and historic venue that will set the perfect stage for this unforgettable performance. The Whiffenpoofs are celebrated for their signature close-harmony sound and their wide-ranging repertoire spanning vocal jazz, folk, pop, and Broadway favorites. Each year, the group performs for more than two hundred audiences across all six inhabited continents, bringing their distinctive blend of musicianship, humor, and charm to listeners around the world. Over the years, they have performed for U.S. Presidents Obama, Bush (41 and 43), Clinton, and Reagan, and have taken the stage at esteemed venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. This San Diego performance is a rare opportunity to experience the Whiffenpoofs live—right in your own backyard. This performance will also feature two San Diego natives, Benjamin Jimenez and Joseph Aguilar. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, you won’t want to miss this afternoon of music! The Yale Whiffenpoofs on Facebook / Instagram

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"An Irish Christmas 2025": A Holiday Celebration Across California The holiday season in California will sparkle this December when "An Irish Christmas" returns with a brand-new tour. Produced by Kerry Irish Productions, this award-winning show blends the traditions of Ireland with the magic of Christmas, offering audiences a heartwarming evening of music, dance, and storytelling. With tour stops from Visalia to San Diego, "An Irish Christmas 2025" invites families and friends to celebrate the season together in an unforgettable way. What is "An Irish Christmas"? "An Irish Christmas" is more than a holiday concert. It is a living celebration of Ireland’s heritage, where cultural traditions are brought to life on stage. The show combines: Irish dance: intricate footwork, hard-shoe rhythms, and breathtaking choreography performed by champion dancers. Live music: traditional instruments including fiddle, uilleann pipes, flute, and accordion, performed by world-class musicians. Storytelling: timeless tales of Irish holiday customs like butter churning, the Straw Boys, and the Day of the Wren. Song: hauntingly beautiful harmonies that capture the joy and spirit of the season. Critics have described the production as “genuinely astonishing… electric!” and “an overwhelming success filled with glorious music, dance, and plenty of Irish soul.” Families who attend often make it part of their annual holiday tradition, returning year after year. Why See "An Irish Christmas" in 2025? 1. A Cultural Experience for All Ages This production brings Ireland to California stages, making it an enriching family event. Parents, children, and grandparents can all share the experience. Audience reviews highlight its multi-generational appeal, calling it “a great family show that leaves everyone breathless.” 2. Perfect for Holiday Traditions Attending a live show during December is one of the best ways to create lasting holiday memories. "An Irish Christmas" offers the warmth of community, the joy of music, and the excitement of world-class dance all in one evening. 3. A Critically Acclaimed Show The show has been featured on PBS and has sold out performing arts centers across the United States. Theater directors consistently describe it as one of the most beloved events of their seasons. Kerry Irish Productions Inc. on Facebook / Instagram

Gather your friends and family to experience Christmas Eve worship in First United Methodist Church of San Diego's beautiful sanctuary in Mission Valley. Each service ends with candlelit singing of Silent Night, a memorable experience for all ages. Each service is also livestreamed online 5 p.m. Children's Christmas Pageant: Join the children and youth-led worship where you can experience the Christmas story through music, readings, and the nativity scene. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. 7 p.m. Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting: Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chancel Choir and Jubilee Singers, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. 9 p.m. Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting: Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chamber Choir, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. San Diego First United Methodist Church on Facebook / Instagram

We're thrilled to announce this special concert, pairing classic composer J.S. Bach with modern composer Joanna Forbes L’Estrange! Sung by the First UMC of San Diego Chancel Choir and Masterwork Chorale, the concert features Bach’s "Wachet ruft uns die Stimme" (Sleepers wake) and the world premier of L’Estrange’s "San Diego Service Magnificant." Performed in First Church’s breathtaking Sanctuary in Mission Valley and accompanied by the largest pipe organ in San Diego County, the Advent Choral Concert is an annual favorite of many. The concert is intended for all ages and free childcare will be provided. Thanks to the generous support of the church’s Cultural Events Committee, the concert is free to the public – both in-person and via YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSanDiego About Composer Joanna Forbes L’Estrange: Joanna Forbes L’Estrange is a British classical/jazz crossover vocalist, choral composer, and choir director with over 25 years of experience. She is one of the Royal School of Church Music’s best-selling composers. She has an entire collection of Christmas choral pieces, which have been recorded by London Voices on the album Winter Light. About The Cultural Events Music Series: First United Methodist Church of San Diego’s cultural event music series brings a mix of classic and folk music to the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego. These free concerts take place throughout the year and are made possible through the support of generous donors. Learn more at: https://www.fumcsd.org/ministries/cultural-events-music-series/ First United Methodist of Church San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Free event also includes caroling, crafts for kids, cocoa and cookies, and photo ops. Tierrasanta Lutheran Church is hosting a community Christmas celebration that features a live nativity village complete with sheep, goats, a donkey, and a camel. The free event takes place at Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., on December 6, 2025 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and the public is welcome. Guests can grab a cup of hot cocoa, decorate their own Christmas cookies, meet Bible-era characters, and sing along to familiar Christmas carols. Crafts for kids and Christmas-card- worthy photo ops make this family-friendly event a great way to welcome the holiday season. Tierrasanta Lutheran Church is in the Tierrasanta community of San Diego. They welcome everyone to Sunday worship services and Saturday kids worship. Ministries include Godly Play for children, a Christian preschool, Bible studies, Vacation Bible School, a quilt ministry, and more. Find out more at tierrasantalutheran.org. Tierrasanta Lutheran Church on Facebook / Instagram

Join us on Harbor Drive for the 44th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. This is one of the largest celebrations of its kind in the United States in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The parade is filled with dazzling floats, phenomenal High School Bands, Drill Teams, Colleges/Universities, Fraternities, Sororities, Churches, Peace and Youth organizations. This year's parade will feature a MLK 5k Walk/Fun Run and Festival. Come and join your community and help continue the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event supports scholarship opportunities for the youth of San Diego.