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DEC. 11, 2020
gloves, hats, scarves and any other warm clothing at donation bins throughout The Shoppes during regular mall hours.
catch the parade from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13 and Dec. 20.
DEC. 14
TIDEPOOL EXPLORATION HOLIDAY LIGHTS
DEC. 11
VISTA LIGHTS UP
There will be holiday lights at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum Dec. 11 and Dec. 12 and Dec. 17 and Dec. 18 at 2040 N Santa Fe Ave., Vista.
A new, free drive-thru event, “Jingle Terrace Park,” will feature holiday-themed light displays along the driving loop in Brengle Terrace Park 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. nightly through Dec. 28. Make it a must-see ODE TO THE MENORAH spot on your holiday list. The Chabad Oceanside/ Vista presents “Beyond the GIFT OF THE MENORAH Flame” an ode to the MenoGift or get a menorah rah in words, music, art and from Chabad Jewish Center more at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Oceanside/Vista. For more jewishoceans.com/zoom. information, call (760) 8067765. HOLIDAY IN THE GARDEN Botanic Wonderland FAIRGROUND TO SPARKLE Holiday Nights in the GarA “Holidays In Your den will be from 5 to 8:30 Car” event is being held p.m. Dec. 12 and Dec. 13; through Jan. 2, Mondays to Dec. 16 to Dec. 23; Dec. 26 Thursdays: 5 to 9 p.m. and to Dec. 30. Closed Dec.24 Fridays to Sundays 5 to 10 and Dec. 25. Tickets at p.m. in the Main Parking SDBGarden.org. Stroll Lot. Discover a symphony amidst festive holiday lights of sight and sound at the throughout various areas drive-thru holiday light within the Garden’s 37 acres spectacular intricately as- with lighted animals, laser sembled by Santa’s team of lighting and fire pits. elves. For more information, contact: holidaysinyourcar. BREAKFAST IN BETHLEHEM com. Join the Rancho Santa Fe Village Church online KEEPING NEIGHBORS WARM version of “Breakfast in To provide neighbors Bethlehem.” Starting at 9 in need with coats, hats and a.m. Dec. 12, log onto vilmore during the cold season, lagechurch.org where senior The Shoppes at Carlsbad, pastor Jack Baca will read 2525 El Camino Real, Carls- the Christmas story, as chilbad, has partnered with dren join in the fun by folVolunteers of America with lowing along with several a “Warm for the Winter” items from a Breakfast in Coat Drive through Dec. 11. Bethlehem swag bag. Filled Shoppers can donate coats, with a sheep, crown, halo
DEC. 12
ISRAELI POP STAR Gad Elbaz performs Dec. 14 in a car concert at the Fairgrounds as Chabad of S. Diego holds its Hanukkah Spectacular. Courtesy photo
and even a flash light to find the Baby Jesus, parents can request a bag from Kjersti Atkins, director of Children’s Ministries at: kjerstia@villagechurch.org. Bags will be delivered or mailed to your home.
12 at the Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe. The church will collect canned food, pasta and cereal, along with used clothing for men and women and new undergarments for men sizes 30-36 and for new men’s sneakers in sizes 9-12. For more information, conZERO-WASTE HOLIDAY I Love A Clean San Di- tact NealP@villagechurch. ego and the county of San org or (858) 756-2441, ext. Diego are offering tips for 104. a zero-waste holiday. Don’t Take a Holiday from Recycling. Join the upcoming zero-waste holiday webinar SHOP OCEANSIDE Celebrate Sustainably: Gifts Shop Local Oceanside and Glitz Dec. 12 at ilacsd. offers our community incenorg/event/celebrate-sustain- tives and activities to shop ably-gifts-and-glitz-12-12/. locally through Dec. 20, in Downtown Oceanside. This socially distanced MainFOOD AND CLOTHING DRIVE A food and clothing Street program features an drive for downtown San Di- online coupon book, social ego homeless will be held media contests and givefrom 10:30 a.m. to noon Dec. aways, and in-store socially
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distanced shopping events. The Fifth Annual Merry Makers Fair and 'Tis the Season Window Decorating Contest will also be returning to Downtown Oceanside. HOLIDAY MARKET
In addition to very high king tides, you can experience December’s extreme low king tides with Nature Collective, the Encinitas-based nonprofit land trust stewarding San Elijo Lagoon and lands beyond. All ages can join free Tidepool Ambassador Experiences at Swami’s Beach with scavenger hunts at 3:15 p.m. Dec. 14 and 4 p.m. Dec. 15. After the peak high tide, beachgoers can get a look at inhabitants of the tide pools, typically hidden underwater. Learn how to become a Nature Collective Tidepool Ambassador. Visit thenaturecollective.org/media or contact Lydia Cobb, PR Nature Collective at (760) 8401654 or cobblydia@gmail. com. HANUKKAH SPECTACULAR
Chabad of S. Diego presents a concert with Israeli pop star Gad Elbaz, live from your car, at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 14 at the San Diego Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. Tickets and inforPARADE OF LIGHTS The Port of San Diego mation at facebook.com/ Parade of Lights returns for events/2829922650608924. its 49th consecutive year, and Seaport Village is an STEER THE FUTURE ideal spot for onlookers to The city of Solana enjoy the views. Dozens of Beach is currently seeking boats will cruise by with volunteers to fill 16 vacandazzling light displays, fol- cies among its five local Citlowing this year’s theme - izen Commissions. The City “The Twelve Days of Christ- Council will appoint Solamas.” Locals and visitors TURN TO CALENDAR ON A19 will have two chances to Refind Off Main presents a holiday market at 10 a.m. Dec.12 and at 6 p.m. Dec. 13 at 146 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista.
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entrally located in Encinitas, Hospice of the North Coast Resale Shop will surprise you with a fine quality selection that is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. All proceeds from the shop support Pacifica House. the only general in-patient hospice house in North County. The proceeds also help to provide end-of-life care to those who may not otherwise be able to afford it. Stop in to browse, find a unique gift for that special someone and help a great organization in North San Diego County. Check out their charming Encinitas store for a variety of gently used items that include an ongoing selection of:
“Many of our donations come from families of loved ones who pass,” said Store Manager Stephanie Carnow. “The quality and quantity of our items is remarkable.” The Resale Shop’s huge
their rear entrance for your convenience. If your items do not meet their inspection standards to be sold, they will gladly donate them to a local charity for you. Remember, your donations are tax deductible and receipts will be provided per your request. With the end of the year coming, it is a great time to part with those items that are near new that you never use! Be sure to check out their website for sales and special offers or special holiday hours at www. hospicenorthcoast. org/resale-shop/
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secondhand selection is perfect for younger crowds who have embraced recycling and are steering away from fast fashion. “Shoulder pads are in!” Carnow said. The shop also has “oodles and oodles” of holiday décor to choose from as well, even this late in the season. The Resale Shop accepts donations at
278-B North EI Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024
760-943-9921 Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours for donation drop-offs: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.