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The Elves are dusting off their tools and the Jolly Ole’ man has sent his red suit to the cleaners! The City will host the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at the Regal Cinema Plaza, located at 401 Mission Avenue in Oceanside, on Dec. 7, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Local dance groups perform 5 p.m. Craft booth and family activities open 5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m. Santa enters and countdown to the Tree Lighting 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Crafts, family activities, Santa photos, and free milk and cookies Bring your holiday cheer and join us for this FREE family-friendly event.

There’s so little data available, it’s impossible to even tell if several of California’s largest homelessness programs are working, according to a statewide audit.

San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister reminded property owners Tuesday that the deadline to pay the second installment of their property taxes is Wednesday.

Familiar holiday traditions take on a wild twist at the San Diego Zoo with the return of Jungle Bells Proudly Supported by California Coast Credit Union. The Zoo will be aglow with holiday cheer and decorations, festive music, roaming entertainers, special food items and sweets, and awe-inspiring views of wildlife. Join in Reindeer Games and trek through Northern Frontier’s Holiday Forest, or visit Santa and his helpers, Zoo characters Dr. Harry Lion, Churchill Polar Bear, Sydney Koala, and all their friends. Enjoy an abundance of culinary delights at the Zoo’s many restaurants and food stands, and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts at the Zoo’s numerous retail locations. When you give a gift from San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, you are directly supporting wildlife conservation around the world. Guests won’t want to miss the nightly magic of Aurora, a twice-per-night spectacular that blends 3D projection mapping, music and lights. For more information visit: zoo.sandiegozoo.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Join us in Balboa Park for December Nights 2023 on Friday, Dec. 1, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., to celebrate the spirit of the holiday and enjoy our amazing Family Zone with free photos with Santa, lights displays, musical performances, attractions, delicious food, and more! Stay tuned for additional updates. Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Known for its crossed palm trees and cups printed with Bible verses, the California-based fast food chain banned employees in five states from wearing masks at work.

Bring the entire family and gather around One Paseo’s 30-foot tree as it lights up the sky during the annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 25 starting at 5 p.m. Look up at the adorning lights and feel the holiday cheer with live musical performances, snow falling from the rooftops, and a special appearance from Santa himself! For more information visit: onepaseo.com Stay Connected on Facebook

El gobernador Newsom y los líderes demócratas de la Legislatura anuncian un acuerdo sobre medidas tempranas para reducir el déficit presupuestario del estado en $17 mil millones. Se esperan votaciones la próxima semana, antes de que se tomen medidas sobre el presupuesto 2024-25 en mayo y junio.

The Del Mar Village Association and Del Mar Plaza are hosting a Winter Taste & Sip as part of a North Pole by the Sea holiday celebration. The Taste & Sip event will take place on December 3rd from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. A holiday tree lighting ceremony will follow at 5:00 p.m. Stroll the festively decorated streets of Del Mar while enjoying culinary creations from award-winning Del Mar Village restaurants, sips from local beverage partners at “Sip Stops” inside downtown Del Mar businesses, dance with the Grinch, listen to live music and get photos with Santa, and enjoy other holiday happenings as part of the North Pole by the Sea family-friendly festivities. The cost for admission is $50. Taste only tickets are available for $40 for those under 21 years old or who do not plan to enjoy the Sip Stop beverages. The local partners participating in the Winter Taste & Sip are Monarch Ocean Pub, II Fornaio, Tamarindo Del Mar, An’s Gelato, Pacifica Del Mar, The Cottage, Sunset Sunglass, SeaBiscuit, Urban Girl and Jennifer Croll. Tickets include: -Delicious tastes from Del Mar Village restaurants -Refreshing sips from local beverage partners, hosted inside Del Mar Village businesses -Live musical performances throughout the village -Commemorative GoVino tasting glass Net proceeds from the Winter Taste & Sip benefit the Del Mar Village Association so it can continue its mission supporting Del Mar small businesses to keep the downtown vibrant and welcoming to locals and visitors alike. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be used to help fund a new holiday tree that will be on display in Del Mar Village. For more information visit: visitdelmarvillage.com Stay Connected on Facebook

From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 3rd, bring your family to Del Mar Plaza for a professional photo with Santa as part of the Del Mar Village Association and Del Mar Plaza’s North Pole by the Sea celebration. Dress up the kids (or dogs!) and take your holiday photos in true Del Mar style, set against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Kids can write and send letters to Santa before meeting the jolly old man himself. Reservations are $25 per family per session. Photos will be emailed instantly. Net proceeds from Santa Photos by the Sea will support Del Mar’s new 30’ holiday tree, including new lights, ornaments, and a tree topper. The proceeds will help DMVA ignite the essence of holiday joy and togetherness in the heart of Del Mar Village, ensuring that our cherished tradition continues to glow brighter than ever this season. For more information visit: delmarplaza.com Stay Connected on Facebook