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Celebrate the magic of the season at the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Chula Vista Center! This is a FREE family-friendly event that will bring the community together for an unforgettable afternoon of holiday joy! Highlights: Tree Lighting Celebration – Watch the Christmas tree sparkle as we light it up for the season. Live Performances – Enjoy vibrant Mariachi music Kids Activities – Arts station for the little ones. Local Vendors & Holiday Shopping – Find unique gifts and treats. Date: Saturday, November 29 Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Center Cost: FREE | Open to All Ages Bring your family and friends to experience the warmth of the holidays with music, culture, and community spirit! ___ ¡Celebra la magia de la temporada en la Ceremonia de Encendido del Árbol de Navidad en Chula Vista Center! Este evento GRATUITO y familiar reúne a la comunidad para una tarde inolvidable llena de alegría navideña. 🎄 Actividades Destacadas: Encendido del Árbol – Disfruta el momento mágico cuando iluminamos el árbol de Navidad. Presentaciones en Vivo – Música vibrante de Mariachi Actividades para Niños – Diversión creativa para los más pequeños. Vendedores Locales y Compras Navideñas – Encuentra regalos únicos y deliciosos antojos. 📅 Fecha: Sábado, 29 de noviembre 🕒 Horario: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. 📍 Lugar: Chula Vista Center 💲 Costo: GRATIS | Abierto para todas las edades ¡Trae a tu familia y amigos para vivir la calidez de las fiestas con música, cultura y espíritu comunitario! Chula Vista Center on Instagram

Crafted by Claire and Tyler, The Holiday Series launches Friday, November 28 and makes a thoughtful gift for home bakers, dessert lovers, and anyone assembling a holiday dessert table. The series is available in all Salt & Straw shops and for national shipping, and features ice cream interpretations of two beloved Claire recipes: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake — a holiday twist on à la mode, with chunks of pineapple cake folded into sweet-cream ice cream and drizzled with gooey rum butterscotch Chewy Molasses Cookies with Rum Caramel — salted vanilla ice cream ribboned with rum-spiked caramel and packed with crushed molasses cookie Rounding out the pack are new and returning flavors from Tyler: Peppermint Cocoa with Crushed Candy Canes Almond Brittle with Salted Ganache The Great Cookie Swap Salt & Straw will also be running several promotions throughout December, kicking off with their Cyber Week promotions (12/1–12/5) – $10 credit towards shipping from any online pint or subscription purchase and $10 giftcard for any $40+ Order Head purchase. For the Winter Solstice on December 21, all scoop shops will be running a “Make It A Double” upgrade for single scoops, eligible for anyone who mentions the promo when ordering. In case you’re looking for other gifting ideas or shippable foods for the season, we also wanted to share some of Salt & Straw’s additional holiday-ready offerings: Almond Brittle Cake ($79): Serving up to 20 people, the five layer ice cream cake reinterprets Salt & Straw’s beloved Almond Brittle ice cream flavor, which was inspired by Tyler’s grandmother. The Tacolate ($65 for 6): The viral chocolate-covered ice cream taco (Salt & Straw × Taco Bell) is now fully giftable — cinnamon-ancho ice cream in hand-pressed waffle shells, dipped in single-origin chocolate and studded with toasted quinoa Pints Club Subscriptions (starting at $229): Three-, six-, or 12-month subscriptions featuring five-packs of best-sellers, limited-edition flavors, or plant-based options Cookbook — America’s Most Iconic Ice Creams ($28): Tyler’s newly released book, filled with never-before-seen Salt & Straw test-kitchen recipes Locations: Westfield UTC: 4575 La Jolla Village Dr #1150, San Diego, CA 92122 One Paseo: 3705 Caminito Ct Suite 0580, San Diego, CA 92130 Little Italy: 1670 India Street

Family-friendly holiday market on Saturday, December 13! Shop Black & minority-owned vendors, enjoy festive photo ops & more. Kids under 10 are free Join us on Saturday, December 13 for the Kinfolk Holiday Market — a family-friendly holiday shopping experience celebrating Black and minority-owned small businesses! Bring your loved ones and kick off the holiday season early with a joyful marketplace filled with local vendors, festive photo ops, and community vibes. This event is free for kids under 10 (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18+). Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to shop small, support local, and discover unique gifts for the holidays. Event Details - Saturday, December 13 - Family friendly — Kids under 10 are FREE (with an adult 18+) - Holiday photo ops, local vendors, festive fun - Vendor applications now open. Apply Here What to Expect Shop from small, locally owned Black & minority-owned businesses. Explore handmade goods, fashion, home décor, beauty, accessories, art, holiday gifts, and more. Holiday photo ops & festive installations. Capture the perfect holiday moment with your family or crew. Seasonal vibes & community atmosphere. A warm, welcoming space for all ages. SD Melanin on Facebook / Instagram

One Year Anniversary. All R&B. All Vibes. All NIGHT! We’re celebrating 12 months of nonstop R&B in San Diego. After you get your fill of Thanksgiving leftovers, pull up to the city’s largest R&B party where we play all your favorite R&B hits: new and old, slow jams and rump shakers, some ya know and some ya don’t! We’re going ‘til 2AM, so get ready for time! And who knows, you might even leave with a new friend or a boo. As always, VIP tables are available for those who want to sit and sip! NOW THAT’S R&B | Friday, November 28 The Rail - 3796 Fifth Ave 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. SD Melanin on Facebook / Instagram

A fireside-style discussion centered around US-Chinese relations with Mr. Nury Turkel, a senior fellow from the Hudson Institute, former Time's 100 most influential people, and Fortune's 50 Greatest leaders. Moderated by SDSU Professor Jaeyoung Kim, there will be opportunities for Q&A from the audience. SDSU The Alexander Hamilton Society on Instagram

Treat yourself to a Holiday Tea Service set in the festive Lobby of the LaFayette Hotel. Sip on a delightful selection of teas while nibbling on dainty sandwiches, freshly baked scones and holiday-inspired sweets. Whether you’re catching up with friends or taking a moment to soak in the season, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the holidays in style. The LaFayette Hotel & Club on Instagram

Get ready for the most festive night out in Hillcrest. Taste ’N’ Tinis is your self-guided holiday tour through San Diego's most vibrant neighborhood, where you’ll sip, shop, and snack your way through more than 20 participating locations. Retail shops will be serving their own mini holiday tinis, restaurants will be offering seasonal bites, and most stops will have exclusive in-store deals and discounts just for Taste ’N’ Tinis attendees. It’s the perfect chance to explore new spots, revisit your favorites, and support local businesses while having an incredibly fun night out. Pro tip: You’ll definitely want to grab an Uber or Lyft—this is very much a treat-yourself kind of evening. Don’t forget to dress festive. We’re hosting a social media competition, and if you tag @FabulousHillcrest in your best Taste ’N’ Tinis moment, you’ll be entered for a chance to win tickets to Taste of Hillcrest. Grab your friends, plan your route, and get ready for a holiday night in Hillcrest that always delivers a good time!! Fabulous Hillcrest on Facebook / Instagram

Natalie takes our friend and colleague, Leslie Gonzalez, on her first-ever trip to Tijuana to explore Mercado Hidalgo, celebrate Día de Muertos, and dive into the sights, smells, and flavors of this tradition.

SDGMC presents "JINGLE: 40 Years of Holiday Cheer" Fa la la la la, it’s our 40th year! That’s right, the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus has been celebrating the holidays with you for forty seasons. And to pay tribute, we’re gonna mix it up with some timeless favorites (“Favorite One", “White Christmas”) and some new holiday jams by Meghan Trainor, Jennifer Hudson, and many more! There’ll be a singalong, dazzling dancers, crazy choreography, classical choral singing, and all the feels that we’re known for. Come join us and put a Jingle in your step this holiday season! San Diego Gay Men's Chorus on Facebook / Instagram

Discover the charm of Little Italy’s Monthly Curated Market by the Female Maker Market! Hosted at the picturesque Piazza della Famiglia, this monthly marketplace brings together a dynamic mix of women-owned businesses, local artisans, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Stroll through vibrant merchant booths featuring handmade goods, trendy fashion, wellness products, and unique gifts. Enjoy live entertainment, savor delicious bites from local eateries, and immerse yourself in the lively community spirit that makes Little Italy unforgettable. Perfect for a day out with family, friends, and even your furry companions, this free event celebrates creativity, connection, and shopping local. Join us each month and make Little Italy’s Curated Market your go-to destination for local shopping and memorable experiences! Female Maker Market on Facebook / Instagram