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Join us to celebrate the holidays in Chula Vista at the Starlight Parade and Festival, a long-standing tradition in the South Bay community. Mark your calendars, and don't miss the opportunity to be a part of or enjoy the Starlight Parade and Festival. Join Us for Family Fun! Dust off your sparkliest holiday gear, jazz up those light accessories, and get ready to rock your reindeer horns because guess what? It’s time to roll out the red carpet for the most awaited, fantastically festive event of the season – the Starlight Parade is making its long-awaited comeback! After a three-year hiatus that felt like a century, this legendary family-friendly holiday parade is back in action, and trust us, it’s more spectacular than ever before! Picture this: Third Avenue, between H and E Streets, is about to turn into a mesmerizing wonderland. Get ready to dive into the magic with the Starlight Festival, which will be launching the festivities in all their glory at 3 p.m. But hold on tight, because things are about to get even more enchanting. At 5:45 p.m., brace yourself for the tree lighting extravaganza – it’s not just a tree, it’s a 25-foot-tall beacon of holiday spirit! And the grand finale? Oh, it’s a showstopper! The Starlight Parade will kick off at 6:00pm, featuring over 100 dazzling entries, from whimsical floats and toe-tapping marching bands to dance squads that are ready to groove and classic cars that are ready to cruise. But wait, there’s more! Keep your excitement meter in check because Santa himself is making a grand entrance in a Chula Vista Fire Engine. Talk about a Santa sighting that’s straight out of a holiday blockbuster! And that’s not all – before the parade steals the spotlight, you’ve got to explore the wonderland of fun waiting for you. Starting at 3:00pm, the Holiday Market will be in full swing, packed with unique treasures from local artisans that are perfect for your holiday gift list. Need a break from shopping? Hop onto the Chula Vista Express for a ride that’ll tickle your festive senses. Plus, strike a pose with Santa for a family photo that’s destined for the mantlepiece. Visit: Chula Vista Starlight Parade & Festival Starlight Parade and Festival on Instagram and Facebook

When you're a Jet you're a Jet all the way … till the Jets decide you're not coming back next season.

Mattel is pulling its Wicked dolls from some store shelves because of a misprint directing shoppers to a pornographic site. Meanwhile, resellers are listing the products on eBay for up to $500.

A policy change by the Trump administration allows immigration agents to enter and arrest people in health facilities. Some clinics are training health workers to support patients in the event of arrests.

Valentine’s Day may have passed, but love is always in the air — and we’re always here for your stories. While our call for Valentine’s submissions is now closed, we’re keeping the form open so you can share your San Diego love stories anytime.

Leave the cooking to the talented chefs at Dockside 1953 on Mission Bay! Start your day with an à la carte brunch (7 a.m. - 2 p.m.), or give thanks during our curated Thanksgiving feast buffet (2 p.m. - 8 p.m.) featuring an expansive spread of fresh seafood, carving stations, holiday classics, and tempting desserts. Guests can enhance their experience with live music from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit: https://bahiaresort.ticketsauce.com/e/dockside-thanksgiving-feast-2024 Bahia Resort Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a relaxing sightseeing cruise on Mission Bay! Step aboard a charming vintage sternwheeler and enjoy festive activities like balloon art, airbrush face painting, and a full cash bar, along with a tempting dessert bar. Kids will love decorating pumpkins, while families can capture special moments at the photo-op station. This family-friendly cruise is the perfect way to make lasting memories and enjoy quality time with loved ones this holiday season. Visit: https://bahiaresort.ticketsauce.com/f/thanksgiving-cruise-2024/thanksgiving-cruise?date=2024-11-28 Bahia Resort Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Bayfest is located in the coastal community of Mission Beach at Mariner’s Point Park; the perfect music festival location. With an abundance of green areas and stunning 360 views of the beautiful Mission Bay, the scenery enhances the festival experience. For more information visit: bayfestsd.com

An NPR listener says her friend pings her morning, noon and night, even if she doesn't respond. She'd like to say something, but she's afraid it will hurt her friend's feelings.

Next up, on Wednesday, March 12, is a return visit by the remarkable Sullivan Fortner Trio, featuring Fortner on piano, Tyrone Allen on bass, and Kayvon Gordon on drums. New Orleans–native Sullivan Fortner has gained wide recognition as one of the most accomplished jazz musicians of his generation. His accolades include the 2015 Cole Porter Fellowship, the Leonore Annenberg Arts Fellowship, the 2016 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists and, in 2020, the Shifting Foundation Grant for artistic career development. A Grammy Award–winner, he has earned recognition in multiple DownBeat Critics Polls, winning first place as both Rising Star Pianist and Rising Star Jazz Artist. His broad range of musical associations includes artists such as Roy Hargrove, Stefon Harris, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Ambrose Akinmusire, and Wynton Marsalis. The New York Times wrote, “Fortner’s fundamentals as a player could hardly be stronger, and his instincts as a composer and bandleader are almost startlingly mature ... he is an artist with his own distinct style.” Pulling elements from different eras, he finds connections among different musical styles that are at once deeply soulful and wildly inventive. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0312 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook