North County Sun winter holiday edition 2021-2022

Nov 2021 – Jan 2022

100s OF PLACES TO GO & THINGS TO DO!

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MATINEE AND EVENING PERFORMANCES Adapted from the 1947 Lux Radio Broadcast

Share in the joy of the season and start a new holiday tradition! The Moonlight goes INDOORS for a musical version of the cherished holiday TV classic. Performed as a 1940s era radio broadcast, the show features favorite holiday tunes with live Foley effects.

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— LOS ANGELES TIMES

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Music by David Friedman Books & Lyrics by Peter Kellogg Directed by Christopher Williams

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Calendar of Events (Nov., Dec., Jan.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Ticket Giveaways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Best Happy Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Ice Skating and Snow Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Live Concerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Christmas Holiday Events, Parades, Tree Lightings Directory. . . . . . . 17

Live Local Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Christmas Light Viewing Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

New Year’s Eve Dining & Party Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Discount Coupons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Christmas Holiday Tamale Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Attractions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5, 8, 14

Dining and Drinking Reviews. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 9-16, 20-21, 23

Festivals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 8, 17, 20

Live Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 5

Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 20

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North Coast Repertory Theatre Jay Johnson: The Two and Only November 8-9 Setting all notions of conventional ventriloquism aside, Jay Johnson weaves a heartfelt tale of a young man and his dreams. Along the way, audience members are guaranteed to laugh out loud, choke back a tear or two, and be astonished by Johnson’s skill as a writer.

Marilu Henner: Music and Memories November 15-16 With the energy of a teenager, the wisdom of a sage, and the memory of a superhero, Marilu Henner, takes audience members on a journey through her decadeslong career filled with Broadway shows, movies, two hit sitcoms, and three husbands.

Always…Patsy Cline December 8-January 2 Always…Patsy Cline returns to the North Coast Rep stage after a successful off-Broadway run across the United

States. Based on a true story, the dramatic musical experience tells the story of Cline’s friendship with fan Louise Seger, who corresponded with Cline to the end of her life. The musical features many of Cline’s unforgettable hits, including “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams,” and “Walking After Midnight.”

Desperate Measures January 12-February 6 This witty, wild musical comedy shakes up Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure” and turns it into a performance that addresses law and order, justice, and hypocrisy, in the Wild West. Loaded with laughs and toetapping music, theatre lovers won’t want to miss this rollicking good time.

North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. For more information, call (858) 481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org.

Moonlight Stage Productions Presents: Miracle On 34th Street – A Musical Radio Play December 3-23 Families and loved ones are invited to a retelling of a holiday classic, presented

by Moonlight Stage Productions in the style of a live 1940s era radio broadcast. Miracle on 34th Street—A Musical Radio Play runs from December 3 to 23 at the historic AVO Playhouse in downtown Vista Village. Performances take place at 7pm on Thursdays and Fridays, 4pm and 8pm on Saturdays, and 2pm on Sundays, with the exception of holiday week (December 20 to 23), when performances are at 7pm each night.

Miracle on 34th Street tells the story of a department store Santa, who claims he’s the real Kris Kringle. His case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court, and a little girl’s belief in him makes all the difference in his case. The production has been adapted from the 1947 Lux Radio broadcast by Lance Arthur Smith, and it features original lyrics, music, and arrangements by Jon Lorenz. With live

Foley effects and a jubilant score of holiday carols, Miracle on 34th Street is guaranteed to warm hearts this winter.

Tickets range from $37 to $47. AVO Playhouse is located at 303 Main Street, Vista. For more information, visit www. moonlightstage.com.

ClubM at the Moonlight January – March The intimate performance space on the Moonlight’s enclosed stage offers cabaret shows from January through March.

ClubM celebrates its Fifth Anniversary season with a line-up of favorites who have graced the Moonlight’s stage.

The cabaret is an entirely indoor experience with the audience sitting on the Moonlight Amphitheatre stage.

Table servise includes food and bar service before and during the show. Visit www.moonlightstage.com for their performance schedule.

Jungle Bells at San Diego Zoo

Bates Nut Farm’s Christmas Arts, Crafts, and Vintage Market

December 10-January 2 San Diego Zoo guests are invited to ring in the holiday season at Jungle Bells, the Zoo’s annual celebration. The jubilant festivities take place from December 10 to January 2, with the exception of December 24, when the zoo closes early.

At Jungle Bells, guests are treated to views of their favorite animals, seasonal decorations, lighted displays, music, and roaming entertainers.

There is an abundance of culinary delights to enjoy at the Zoo’s restaurants and food stands, and the retail locations are a great place to shop for the perfect holiday gifts. Each evening concludes with Aurora, an exciting visual and sound experience that combines 3D projections, music, and light.

The San Diego Zoo is open from 9am to 8pm during Jungle Bells this event, except on December 24, when it closes at 5pm. Jungle Bells activities free with Zoo admission or membership. Parking is free. For more information, visit SanDiegoZoo.org/JungleBells.

November 26-28, 9am-4pm The Christmas Arts, Crafts, and Vintage Market is the perfect place to browse for holiday gifts and do some Black Friday shopping, while also taking in the beautiful scenery of Bates Nut Farm. It takes place from 9am to 4pm November 26 through November 28.

The market features handmade, vintage, recycled, and restored wares.

There is a large selection of jewelry, woodworking, candles, soaps, and fine art for sale. In addition to a unique shopping experience, families are invited to enjoy Snows Pony Rides, a petting corral, face painting, and delicious food from a variety of vendors.

Bates Nut Farm is located at 15954 Woods Valley Road, Valley Center. For more information, call (760) 749-3333 or visit www.batesnutfarm.biz.

The Old Globe Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big San Diego Christmas Show November 19-December 26 Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big San Diego Christmas Show premiered on the west coast in 2019 at The Old Globe. The Scrooge parody, set in San Diego, is based on “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, this fast, funny, and highly theatrical reimagining combines the traditional elements of Dickens’s story with a comic local twist. Audiences of all ages will cheer Scrooge’s rediscovery of Christmas spirit in this riotous mash-up filled with music and laughter.

Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas November 10-January 31 In 2020, The Old Globe’s retelling of this Dr. Seuss holiday classic was presented as a radio performance.

This year, cast members take the stage once again to present the 24th season of Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The whimsical musical features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze).”

The Old Globe is located at 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. For more information, call (619) 234-5623 or visit www.theoldglobe.org. Photo courtesy of Jim Cox.

San Diego Repertory Theatre The Second City: She The People November 18-December 5 After rave reviews and extended engagements in Chicago, Toronto, and Washington, D.C., She The People makes a debut on the Lyceum stage. This highoctane show is entirely created, designed, and performed by the fearlessly funny women of worldfamous comedy mecca, The Second City. She The People satirizes the reality of being a woman in this wild world, exploding the myths and misrepresentations surrounding bachelorettes, Beyoncé, and the 2020 election.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time January 6-30 Christopher is a 15-year-old boy with an extraordinary brain. He is exceptional at mathematics, incapable of lying, detests being touched, and distrusts strangers. Suspected of killing his neighbor’s dog with a garden fork, he is determined to find the true culprit. At seven minutes after midnight, Christopher’s detective work leads to an earthshattering discovery, as he bravely embarks on a deeply personal quest that upturns his world. Based on the international bestselling novel by Mark Haddon and inspired by a Sherlock Holmes tale, the show has won 7 Olivier Awards and 5 Tony Awards.

Performances take place at Lyceum Theatre, which is located at 79 Horton Plaza, San Diego. For more information, call (619) 544-1000 or visit www.sdrep.org.

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Events Calendar – Fun Things to Do

*Events are subject to change due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions.

NOVEMBER

11/1 ALL SAINTS’ DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 11/1 James Taylor with Jackson Browne at Pechanga Arena www.ticketmaster.com 11/3-28 Bing Crosby Fall Horse Racing Season at Del Mar Racetrack. www.dmtc.com 11/3-12/29 Hard Day’s Night at Welk Resort Theatre, 7pm. sandiegotickets.welkresorts.com 11/4 Lauren Alaina at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre www.ticketmaster.com 11/4 Florida Georgia Line at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre www.ticketmaster.com 11/5 George Lopez at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/5-6 BREEDERS CUP AT DEL MAR FAIRGROUNDS www.breederscup.com 11/5-6 Beethoven, Bartók, and Biss at Rady Shell at Jacobs Park www.theshell.org 11/5-14 San Diego Beer Week at various breweries in San Diego County. www.sdbeer.com 11/6 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk at Waterfront Park, 5pm. www.lightthenight.org/events/san-diego 11/6 Car Cruisers Show at Bates Nut Farm, 9am-4pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 11/6 Train Song Festival at Poway Park www.poway.org 11/6 Manhattan Transfer at Poway Center for Performing Arts www.powayonstage.org 11/6 Bike the Coast at Oceanside Pier www.bikethecoastsd.com 11/6 Opera’s Greatest Moments at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 4-6pm. www.artcenter.org 11/6 The Hip Hop Nutcracker at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/7 More Than Pink Walk in Balboa Park, 8am. www.komen.org/sandiego 11/7 Carlsbad Village Faire in downtown Carlsbad, 8am-4pm. www.carlsbad.org 11/7 DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS (SET CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR) 11/8 Bianca Del Rio at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/8 Open Mic with Jay Cain at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/8-9 JAY JOHNSON: THE TWO AND ONLY AT NORTH COAST REPERTORY THEATRE. www.northcoastrep.org 11/9 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. UC Riverside at Viejas Arena. www.goaztecs.com 11/9 Women’s Basketball: SDSU vs. Cal State LA at Viejas Arena, 11am. www.goaztecs.com 11/9 Daniel Sloss: Hubris and Kai Humphries at Balboa Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/9 Reckless Kelly at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/9 Karaoke at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/10 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat at Staples Center, 7pm. www.nba.com/lakers 11/10 Jim Gibson at The Landings at Carlsbad, 5-7:30pm. www.carlsbadlandings.com 11/10 Raynaldo at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/10 Gregory Michaels at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/10 David Grisman’s Dawg Trio with Danny Barnes and Samson Grisman at Belly Up, 7:30pm. www.bellyup.com 11/10 Leonidas Kavakos and Yuja Wang at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/10-12/31 Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Old Globe www.theoldglobe.org 11/11 VETERANS DAY 11/11-14 SAN DIEGO BAY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL AT EMBARCADERO MARINA PARK NORTH www.sandiegowineclassic.com 11/11 Veterans Day Ceremony at Poway Veterans Park, 11am. www.poway.org 11/11 Veterans Day Ceremony at La Colonia Community Center. www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us 11/11 Veterans Day Ceremony at Helen Bougher Memorial Park, 2pm. www.san-marcos.net/veterans 11/11 Triple Shot at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/11 Steve Orr at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/11 Five for Fighting with String Quartet at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/11-14 Houston Open in Houston, Texas www.pgatour.com 11/12 Gingsu at My Yard Live, 5:30-8:30pm. www.myyardlive.com 11/12 John Bennett at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/12 San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www.sandiegogulls.com 11/12 Albert Lee at Museum of Making Music, 7pm. www.museumofmakingmusic.org 11/12 Babylon Rockers at Ki’s Restaurant, 7-9pm. www.kisrestaurant.com 11/12 Ballet Hispánico at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 11/12 Nurse Blake at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/12 The Travel Agents at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/12 Tyler Ray at 1st Street Bar, 6-9pm. www.1ststreetbar.com 11/12 Keefer and Rob at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/12-13 Brett Dennen at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 11/12-14 SnowJam Ski and Snowboard Expo at Del Mar Fairgrounds. www.snowjamshow.com/sandiego 11/13 Olivenhain Holiday Crafts Fair at Olivenhain Meeting Hall, 9am-3pm. www.olivenhain.org/events 11/13 SAN DIEGO BAY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL – GRAND EVENT AT EMBARCADERO MARINA PARK NORTH www.sandiegowineclassic.com

DECEMBER

12/1-24 CHRISTMAS LIGHT VIEWING AND SAN DIEGO HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS. POST OR TAG YOUR PHOTOS AT https://www.facebook.com/ExtremeChristmasLightsSanDiego/ 12/1-1/31 SEE OUR INDOOR/OUTDOOR ICE SKATING AND FUN SNOW DIRECTORY 12/1-24 SEE OUR CHRISTMAS EVENTS AND TREE LIGHTING DIRECTORY 12/1-31 Seas ‘n’ Greetings at Birch Aquariumw.

12/1 Irish Christmas in America at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 12/1-1/5 Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld San Diego. www.seaworld.com/san-diego 12/1-23 Photos with Santa at Seaport Village. www.seaportvillage.com

11/13 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Divisions 3 and 4 at Avalanche, Ocean Beach www.surfsss.org 11/13 Outdoor Sip and Shop at Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, 12:30-3:30pm. www.aguahedionda.org 11/13 Men’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Saint Martin’s at The Sports Center, 3pm. www.csusmcougars.com 11/13 Rick Wakeman at The Magnolia www.ticketmaster.com 11/13 Keefer and Rob at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/13 Los Angeles Clippers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/clippers 11/13 Backwater Blues Band at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/13 Tsunami Soundwaves at 1st Street Bar, 6-9pm. www.1ststreetbar.com 11/13 Gone Blonde at The Landings at Carlsbad, 6-9pm. www.carlsbadlandings.com 11/13 Porter Robinson at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www.pechangaarenasd.com 11/13 Theresa Caputo Live at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/13 Jocko Willink at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/13 Electric Blue Band at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/14 TACO TKO AT LIBERTY STATION, 12-3PM FOR ALL TACO LOVERS! www.sandiegowineclassic.org 11/14 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Division 5 at Avalanche, Ocean Beach www.surfsss.org 11/14 Alton Brown Live at Balboa Theatre, 3pm and 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/14 Mark Lessman Jazz Jam at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 6pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/14 Sierra Marin at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/14 Jimmy Patton at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/14 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium, 1:05pm. www.chargers.com 11/14 Cory Wong and the Wongnotes feat. Antwaun Stanley at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/15 Harry Styles at Pechanga Arena, 8pm. www.ticketmaster.com 11/15 Tim Atkins at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/15 Whit Aadland at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/15 Ultravox’s Midge Ure Solo at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/15 Open Mic with Jay Cain at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/15-16 Marilu Henner: Music and Memories at North Coast Repertory Theatre. www.northcoastrep.org 11/16 Ben Powell at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/16 Clay Colton at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/16 Men’s Basketball: UC San Diego vs. San Diego Christian at RIMAC Arena, 7pm. www.ucsdtritons.com 11/16 Lucero at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/16 Karaoke at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/16-21 Hairspray at San Diego Civic Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/16-12/12 To The Yellow House at Mandell Weiss Theatre. www.lajollaplayhouse.org 11/17 Raynaldo at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/17 Rheanna Downey at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/17 John Craigie at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/18 We The Commas at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/18 Jack Attack at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/18 Randy Rainbow at Balboa Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/18 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. Arizona State at Viejas Arena, 7:30pm. www.goaztecs.com 11/18-19 The Movement at Belly Up. www.bellyup.com 11/18 All Men Are Brothers at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www.thesaddlebar.com 11/18-20 The RSM Classic in Sea Island, Ga. www.pgatour.com 11/18-12/5 The Second City: She The People at Lyceum Theatre. www.sdrep.org 11/18-1/9 Rady Children’s Hospital Ice Rink at Liberty Station www.radyfoundation.org/icerink 11/19 Women’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Seattle Pacific at The Sports Center, 3pm. www.csusmcougars.com 11/19 Owl Art Night at Agua Hedionda Discovery Center, 4-5pm. www.aguahedionda.org 11/19 Backwater Blues Band at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/19 Jay Cain at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/19 Debra Sweet Cher Tribute at The Landings at Carlsbad, 6-9pm. www.carlsbadlandings.com 11/19 Lou Shook at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 11/19 Peter Sprague at Ki’s Restaurant, 7-9pm. www.kisrestaurant.com 11/19 Black Cherry Lightnin’ at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/19-21 KOMEN SAN DIEGO 3-DAY WALK www.komen.org/sandiego 11/20 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego Middle School Division 1 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 11/19-12/26 Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Christmas Show at The Old Globe. www.theoldglobe.org 11/20 Novemberfest at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 12-4pm. www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org 11/20 Women’s Basketball: UC San Diego vs. UC Berkeley at RIMAC Arena, 4pm. www.ucsdtritons.com 11/20 Men’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Point Loma at The Sports Center, 5:30pm. www.csusmcougars.com 11/20 FreeMartin at My Yard Live, 5:30-8:30pm. www.myyardlive.com 11/20 John Bennett at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com

11/20 Johnny C at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/20 Flamenco Arana: Viva El Flamenco at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7pm. www.artcenter.org 11/20 Nikki Glaser at Balboa Theatre, 7pm and 9:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 11/20 Shua at Museum of Making Music, 7pm. www.museumofmakingmusic.com 11/20 Pine Mountain Logs at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 11/20 Custard Pie at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/20-21 Encinitas Street Fair www.encinitas101.com 11/20-21 Brick Fest Live at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 9am-5pm. www.delmarfairgrounds.com 11/20-1/2 Holidays at Legoland California Resort. www.legoland.com 11/20-3/13 Duke Windsor: Nothing’s Impossible exhibition at Oceanside Museum of Art www.oma-online.org 11/21 Jackson Patrick at The Landings at Carlsbad, 11am-2pm. www.carlsbadlandings.com 11/21 Coastal Cities Jazz Band at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 2pm. www.artcenter.org 11/21 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego Middle School Division 2 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 11/21 Cam Radke at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 11/21 Sonic Tonic at 1st Street Bar, 5-8pm. www.1ststreetbar.com 11/21 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at SoFi Stadium, 5:20pm. www.chargers.com 11/21 Rheanna Downey at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/21 Jimmy Patton at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/22 Whit Aadland at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/22 Tim Atkins at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/22 San Dieguito Interfaith Ministerial Association presents: A Virtual Circle of Gratitude online, 7-7:45pm. www.sdima.org 11/22-23 Dawes at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/22-1/2 Skating by the Sea at Hotel Del Coronado. www.hoteldel.com/activities/skating 11/23 Clay Colton at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/23 Ben Powell at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/24 Pre-order Thanksgiving dinner at Ki’s Restaurant. $39 per person.

12/1-31 Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas at The Old Globe. www.theoldglobe.org 12/1 Women’s Basketball: SDSU vs. San Diego at Viejas Arena, 6pm. www.goaztecs.com 12/2 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/2 Men’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Cal State Dominguez Hills at The Sports Center, 7:30pm. www.csusmcougars.com 12/2 The Reverend Horton Heat at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/2 Cadillac Fringe at 1st Street Bar, 9pm-12am. www.1ststreetbar.com 12/2-5 Hero World Challenge in Albany, New Providence, Bahamas. www.pgatour.com

12/3-23 MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET AT AVO PLAYHOUSE IN VISTA TIX AT www.moonlightstage.com 12/3 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center, 7pm. www.nba.com/lakers 12/3 A Drag Queen Christmas at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/3 Queen Nation at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 12/3 The Whole Shabang at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/3-4 Holiday Lights at Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum. www.agsem.com 12/3-5 December Nights at Balboa Park, 11am-10pm. www.sandiego.gov/december-nights

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11/24 Yachtley Crew at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 11/24 Steve Orr at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/24 Tyler Ray at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/24-28 Turn Glow Festival with DJs at Encore Event Center www.turnsd.com 11/25 THANKSGIVING DAY 11/25 O’SIDE TURKEY TROT www.osideturkeytrot.com 11/25 Thanksgiving Prime Rib and Turkey Dinners at Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad 11/25 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, N.Y. www.macys.com 11/26 BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING DAY 11/26 CHRISTMAS ARTS, CRAFTS AND VINTAGE MARKET AT BATES NUT FARM, 9AM-4PM. www.batesnutfarm.biz 11/26-27 Holiday Lights at Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum. www.agsem.com 11/26 Bell Pepperz at My Yard Live, 5:30-8:30pm. www.myyardlive.com 11/26 Swingin’ Johnsons at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/26 Cody Carter at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/26 Billy Nation: Billy Joel Tribute at The Landings at Carlsbad, 6-9pm. www.carlsbadlandings.com 11/26 Fortunate Youth at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 11/26 Octane and Subsurfer at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/26-28 COMIC-CON–SPECIAL EDITION www.comic-con.org 11/26-28 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 11/27 Small Business Saturday at Cardiff Town Center, 11am-3pm. www.cardiff101.com 11/27 Women’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Cal State LA at The Sports Center, 1pm. www.csusmcougars.com 11/27 Bonneville 7 at Pour House Oceanside, 4:30-7:30pm. www.bonnevilleseven.com 11/27 LAE at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/27 Swingin’ Johnsons at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/27 Whose Live Anyway at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 11/27 Peter Hall at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 11/27 The Greyboy Allstars at Belly Up, 8:30pm. www.bellyup.com 11/27 Soundvault at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 11/28 HANUKKAH (FIRST NIGHT OF EIGHT NIGHTS) 11/28 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 11/28 Hanukkah Celebration with Chabad Poway at Westfield North County Level 2, 4-6pm. www.westfield.com/northcounty 11/28 Lou Shook at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/28 Greenflash at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/28 The Last Waltz with Mrs. Henry and friends at Belly Up, 7pm. www.bellyup.com 11/29 Sierra Marin at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/29 Steve Orr at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/30 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. Long Beach State at Viejas Arena. www.goaztecs.com 11/30 Jeff Moore at Le Papagayo Carlsbad. www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 11/30 John Bennett at Le Papagayo Leucadia. www.lepapagayoleucadia.com 11/30 Laura Marling at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 11/30-12/5 My Fair Lady at San Diego Civic Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org

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Events Calendar – Fun Things to Do

*Events are subject to change due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions.

DECEMBER (CONT.)

12/4 Evolution Dance Center Presents: The Nutcracker at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 12pm & 4pm. www.artcenter.org 12/4 Women’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Cal State East Bay at The Sports Center, 1pm. www.csusmcougars.com 12/4 Tree Lighting, Vendor Market & Photos with Santa at San Marcos Civic Center, 1-7pm. www.san-marcos.net 12/4 Holiday at the Rancho at Leo Carrillo Ranch, 5-8pm. www.carlsbadca.gov 12/4 40th Annual Fallbrook Christmas Parade on Main Avenue in downtown Fallbrook, 5pm. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org 12/4 Breakfast with Santa at San Marcos Community Center, 7:30-11am. www.san-marcos.net 12/4 Andrew Santino Live at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/4 Freestyle Explosion Holiday Jam at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7:30pm. www.pechangaarenasd.com 12/4 Clinton Prager at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 12/4 The 8 East Band at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/4-5 Western Surfing Association Tour Event & Toys for Tots Collection at San Clemente Pier. www.surfwsa.org 12/4-5 Coaster Holiday Express train rides at Oceanside Transit Center www.gonctd.com 12/4-5 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/5 Sensory-friendly Santa at Westfield North County Center Court, 9am-11am. www.westfield.com/northcounty 12/5 Holiday Market at 251 North City Drive, San Marcos, 9am-4pm.

(760) 744-1270 www.sanmarcoschamber.com 12/5 SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off on 32nd Street & Thorn Street in North Park, 11am-5pm. www.sonofestchilicookoff.com 12/5 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/5 Holiday Extravaganza featuring Taste of Cardiff and Kringle Mingle at on Aberdeen Drive, 12-6pm. www.cardiff101.com 12/5 Winter Fiesta in downtown Vista Village www.discovervista.com 12/5 La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival on Girard Avenue in La Jolla, 1:30pm. www.ljparade.com 12/5 North Pole by the Sea and tree lighting in Del Mar Village, 3-5pm. www.visitdelmarvillage.com/holidaysintheheart 12/5 Holiday Tree Lighting at Fletcher Cove Park. www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us 12/5 Our Lady Peace at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/7 PEARL HARBOR DAY 12/7 Venice at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/8 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/8 Mariachi Sol De Mexico: A Merry-Achi Christmas at Balboa Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/8 Leonid and friends performing the music of Chicago at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/8-1/2 ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE AT NORTH COAST REPERTORY THEATRE. www.northcoastrep.org 12/9 An Evening with Robert Cray Band at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/9 Ron Houston and the Berry Pickers at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www.thesaddlebar.com 12/9-10 Jo Koy at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 8pm. www.pechangaarenasd.com 12/9-12 Jingle Bell Horse Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds. www.jinglebellhorseshow.com 12/10 Holiday Wine & A Bite in downtown Fallbrook, 5:30-8:30pm. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org 12/10 Kathryn Schulmeister at Museum of Making Music, 7pm. www.museumofmakingmusic.org 12/10 Branded Country Band at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/10-11 Holiday Lights at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. www.agsem.com 12/10-11 Carols by Candlelight at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 8pm. www.artcenter.org 12/10-12 QBE Shootout in Naples, Fla. www.pgatour.com

12/10-19 San Diego Civic Youth Ballet (SDCYB) presents: The Nutcracker at Casa del Prado Theatre. www.sdcyb.org 12/10-1/2 Jungle Bells at San Diego Zoo, 9am-8pm. No celebration on 12/24, as the park closes at 5pm. www.sandiegozoo.org/junglebells 12/11 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Divisions 3 & 4 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 12/11 Uncorked: San Diego at Embarcadero Marina Park North, 12-4pm. www.uncorkedwinefestivals.com 12/11 Christmas in the Park at Old Poway Park, 3:30-8:30pm. www.poway.org 12/11 Art Night Encinitas at City Hall’s Civic Center Art Gallery, 6-9pm. www.encinitasca.gov 12/11 Parade of Lights at Oceanside Harbor, 7pm. www.visitoceanside.org 12/11 John Mayall at Poway Center for Performing Arts www.powayonstage.org 12/11 Paul Ecke, Jr. Poinsettia Ball at Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA, 6-8pm. www.ymcasd.org 12/11 Ales ‘n’ Rails at San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 6-9:30pm. www.sdmrm.org 12/11 Bonneville 7 at Cheers Ramona, 8:30-11:30pm. www.bonnevilleseven.com 12/11 Marc Broussard at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 12/11 Equinox at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/11-12 Coaster Holiday Express train rides at Oceanside Transit Center www.gonctd.com 12/11-12 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/11-12 Jingle presented by San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus at Balboa Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/12 57th Annual Toyland Parade on University Avenue between Utah & Iowa Streets in North Park, 11am-1pm. www.explorenorthpark.com 12/12 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Division 5 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 12/12 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/12 Los Angeles Chargers vs. New York Giants at SoFi Stadium, 1:05pm. www.chargers.com 12/12 50th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights, 5pm. www.sdparadeoflights.org 12/12 John Evans at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 12/12 The Slackers at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/12-14 San Diego Repertory Theatre presents: Hear U.S. Now New Play Festival online. www.sdrep.org/hearusnow 12/13 Los Angeles Clippers vs. Phoenix Suns at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/clippers 12/13-14 Thievery Corporation at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/14 Women’s Basketball: UC San Diego vs. Cal Baptist at RIMAC Arena, 12pm. www.ucsdtritons.com 12/14 Pink Martini featuring China Forbes at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/16 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium, 5:20pm. www.chargers.com 12/16 Peter Pupping and William Wilson at Ki’s Restaurant, 7-9pm. www.kisrestaurant.com 12/16 Béla Fleck at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/16 Mickie Arnett Band at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www.thesaddlebar.com 12/16-17 Gin Blossoms at Belly Up. www.bellyup.com 12/16-23 Golden State Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker at San Diego Civic Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/17 Women’s Basketball: SDSU vs. UC San Diego at Viejas Arena, 6pm. www.goaztecs.com 12/17 Jon Campos and The Incurables at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/17-18 Holiday Lights at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. www.agsem.com 12/18 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego Middle School Division 1 at Avalanche, Ocean Beach www.surfsss.org 12/18 Bad Santa Pub Crawl at Taste and Thirst, 6pm-12:30am. www.eventbrite.com/e/bad-santa-pub-crawl-tickets-188706204337 12/18 San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www.sandiegogulls.com

12/18 Cadillac Fringe at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 12/18-23 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/18-5/1 2022 Artist Alliance Biennial exhibition at Oceanside Museum of Art www.oma-online.org 12/19 AN IRISH CHRISTMAS AT BALBOA THEATRE VISIT www.sdbalboa.org 12/19 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Divisions 1 & 2 at Avalanche, Ocean Beach www.surfsss.org 12/19 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/19 Bonneville 7 at Josie’s Hideout Saloon, 11am-3pm. www.bonnevilleseven.com 12/19 Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium, 1:25pm. www.therams.com 12/19 An Irish Christmas at San Diego Civic Theatre, 2:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/19 50TH ANNUAL SAN DIEGO BAY PARADE OF LIGHTS 5PM. www.sdparadeoflights.org 12/19 John Lowery at Solterra Winery and Kitchen www.solterrawinery.com 12/20-22 Men At Work at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/21 WINTER SOLSTICE 12/22-23 City Ballet of San Diego presents The Nutcracker at California Center for the Arts Escondido. www.artcenter.org 12/22 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. UC San Diego at Viejas Arena. www.goaztecs.com 12/22-23 Visit and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/23 Los Angeles Lakers vs. San Antonio Spurs at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/lakers 12/23 Echo Puppets at 1st Street Bar, 9pm-12am. www.1ststreetbar.com 12/24 CHRISTMAS EVE 12/24 Hawaii Bowl at Aloha Stadium on Honolulu, Hawaii 12/24 Three-course Christmas Eve meal at Ki’s Restaurant www.kisrestaurant.com 12/25 CHRISTMAS DAY 12/26-1/1 KWANZAA 12/26 Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/26-1/2 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/27 A Magical Cirque Christmas at San Diego Civic Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/28 SDCCU Holiday Bowl 5K Run/Walk in downtown San Diego. www.holidaybowl.com 12/28 SDCCU Holiday Bowl at Petco Park, 5pm. www.holidaybowl.com 12/28 Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade in downtown San Diego, 3pm. www.holidaybowl.com 12/28-29 Donavon Frankenreiter at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 12/30 Mannheim Steamroller at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/30 Grateful Shred at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 12/30-1/2 San Diego International Auto Show at San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Drive www.sdautoshow.com 12/31 NEW YEAR’S EVE (SEE OUR NYE DINING & PARTY DIRECTORY) 12/31 Rose Bowl Bash at 700 S. Flower St., Los Angeles, 10am-5pm. www.tournamentofroses.com 12/31 Kid’s New Year’s Eve at Legoland California Resort. www.legoland.com 12/31 My Yard Live NYE Bash with live music, DJ, brews and drinks. www.myyardlive.com 12/31 Three-course New Year’s Eve meal at Ki’s Restaurant www.kisrestaurant.com 12/31 Mr. Peabody’s New Year’s Eve dining and drinking www.peabodysrocks.com 12/31 Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 6pm and 10pm. www.artcenter.org 12/31 The Sweet Caroline Tour starring Jay White at Balboa Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 12/31 Le Papagayo NYE celebration–live music and special menu. www.lepapgayoleucadia.com www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com 12/31-1/2 Tribal Seeds at Belly Up. www.bellyup.com 12/31 Bonneville 7 at Silver Gate Yacht Club, Shelter Island 5-9pm. www.bonnevilleseven.com

1/1 NEW YEAR’S DAY 2022 1/1-2 San Diego International Auto Show at San Diego Convention Center 111 W. Harbor Drive www.sdautoshow.com 1/1 133rd Rose Parade in Pasadena, 8am. www.tournamentofroses.com 1/1 Del Mar Lifeguard Penguin Plunge at City of Del Mar Beach Safety Center, 11am. www.visitdelmarvillage.com 1/1 108th Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, 1pm.

Watch on ESPN at 2pm. www.tournamentofroses.com 1/1 Men’s Basketball: UC San Diego vs. CSUN at RIMAC Arena, 7pm. www.ucsdtritons.com 1/2 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium, 1:05pm. www.chargers.com 1/2 San Diego Sockers vs. Ontario Fury at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 5:05pm. www.sdsockers.com 1/4 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/lakers 1/5 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. Fresno State at Viejas Arena, 7:30pm. www.goaztecs.com 1/6 The Simon and Garfunkel Story at Balboa Theatre, 7:30pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/6 Tommy Castro and The Painkillers at Belly Up, 7:30pm. www.bellyup.com 1/6 Men’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Humboldt State at The Sports Center, 7:30pm. www.csusmcougars.com 1/6-9 Sentry Tournament of Champions on Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii www.pgatour.com 1/6-30 The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at Lyceum Theatre. www.sdrep.org 1/7 Whitney Cummings at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/7-8 Winter Festival at Poway Community Park www.poway.org 1/8 Women’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. Sonoma State at The Sports Center, 1pm. www.csusmcougars.com 1/8 Winter Festival for the special needs community, 2:30-3:30pm. www.poway.org 1/8 Benise at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/9 Del Dios 50K, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K at Lake Hodges. www.enduranceraceseries.com/del-dios

1/9 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Divisions 1 and 2 at Ponto Beach, Carlsbad www.surfsss.org 1/9 Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium, 1:25pm. www.therams.com 1/9 Shannon + The Clams at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 1/11 Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/clippers 1/12-2/6 DESPERATE MEASURES AT NORTH COAST REPERTORY THEATRE. www.northcoastrep.org 1/13-16 Sony Open on Honolulu, Hawaii www.pgatour.com 1/14 Wild Child at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 1/14 Sonic Tonic at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 1/15 Kids Marathon Mile at Legoland California Resort, 7:45am. www.carlsbadmarathon.com 1/15 Fortune Feimster at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/15 Custard Pie at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 1/15-16 Western Surfing Association Championship Tour Event at South Harbor Jetty, Oceanside. www.surfwsa.org 1/15-16 Monster Jam at Petco Park www.monsterjam.com 1/16 Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon, Surf Sun Run 5K, and Double Down Challenge www.carlsbadmarathon.com 1/17 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Utah Jazz at Staples Center, 7:30pm. www.nba.com/lakers 1/18 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. UNLV at Viejas Arena, 6pm. www.goaztecs.com 1/20 An Intimate Evening with David Foster at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 1/20 Sammy Rae and The Friends at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 1/20 Alonzo King Lines Ballet at San Diego Civic Theatre. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/20-23 The American Express in La Quinta, Calif. www.pgatour.com 1/20-23 Disney On Ice: Dream Big at Pechanga Arena San Diego. www.disneyonice.com 1/21 Tommy Emmanuel, CGP with special guest Yasmin Williams at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/21-22 The English Beat at Belly Up, 9pm. www.bellyup.com 1/22 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Divisions 1 and 2 at Army Navy Academy, Carlsbad www.surfsss.org

1/22 The Edwards Twins at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 1/22 Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www.sandiegotheatres.org 1/22 Reflectors at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 1/23 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego High School Division 5 at Army Navy Academy, Carlsbad www.surfsss.org 1/24 Joan Osborne and The Weepies at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 1/25 Itzhak Perlman at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 1/26 San Diego Gulls vs. Colorado Eagles at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www.sandiegogulls.com 1/26 Anais Mitchell and Bonny Light Horseman at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 1/26-29 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course www.pgatour.com 1/27 Women’s Basketball: SDSU vs. Air Force at Viejas Arena, 6pm. www.goaztecs.com 1/27 Men’s Basketball: CSUSM vs. San Francisco State at The Sports Center, 7:30pm. www.csusmcougars.com 1/27 All Them Witches at Belly Up, 8pm. www.bellyup.com 1/28 San Diego Sockers vs. Tacoma Stars at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7:35pm. www.sdsockers.com 1/29 In Conversation with John Leguizamo at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 1/29 Scholastic Surf Series: Orange County Middle School Divisions 1 and 2 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 1/29 The Whole Shabang at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 9pm. www.peabodysrocks.com 1/30 Jesse Cook at California Center for the Arts Escondido, 7:30pm. www.artcenter.org 1/30 Scholastic Surf Series: San Diego Middle School Division 2 at South Jetty, Oceanside www.surfsss.org 1/31 Men’s Basketball: SDSU vs. New Mexico at Viejas Arena, 7pm. www.goaztecs.com

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Dance Into The Holiday Spirit with An Irish Christmas December 19, 2:30pm An award-winning cast of Irish dancers takes to the stage at Balboa Theatre in a lively performance of An Irish Christmas at 2:30pm on December 19. Led by World Champion Tyler Schwartz, the production takes audience members on a journey through Christmas in Ireland with superb dancing, singing, and traditional Irish music of the holiday season.

Adding to the fun is principal dancer Emily MacConnell (“Dance Masters,” “Rockin’ Road to Dublin,” “Magic of the Dance,” Celtic Fyre,” and “Celtic Wings”); Colm Alba and the Kerry Dance Troupe; the Kerry Voice Squad, singing favorite holiday standards, such as “12 Days of Christmas,” “Carol of the Bells,” and “Silent Night”; and the Kerry Traditional Orchestra, led by Jesse Langen.

They are joined by special San Diego guests Sarah Dillon and Elizabeth Gerheardt from Clan Rince School of Irish

Dance. Irish traditions woven into the performance include buttermaking, chasing the wren on St. Stephen’s Day, and drawing down the half door, which makes for an awe-inspiring dance display. The production, which has been shown on PBS, showcases Ireland at its best—mesmerizing, riveting, mystical, joyful, and modern.

An Irish Christmas is not to be missed. Families are invited to get into the holiday spirit by spending an afternoon immersed in dance, song, music, laughter, and sheer joy. There is also an Irish Christmas shop that is open during the performance, offering the perfect opportunity to shop for final gifts. Tickets for An Irish Christmas start at $33.50 and can be purchased online at www.sandiegotheatres.org/event/2021/12/irish-christmas.

Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego. For tour details, online shopping, and more information about An Irish Christmas, visit www. kerryirishproductions.com.

Welcome Winter With a Visit to San Diego Zoo’s Polar Bears

By Hayley Ulle For the resident bears at San Diego Zoo’s Conrad Prebys Polar Bear Plunge, every day is an Arctic summer day. Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) are one of the best-known animal species on the planet, but very few people have the opportunity to see them in their natural habitat. Although they are the top predator in the Arctic, they are classified as a threatened species. A few of these bears have found a home at the San Diego Zoo, where guests can learn to appreciate them and discover some elements of their natural habitat.

Polar bears possess adaptations for an almost exclusively carnivorous diet, a semi-aquatic lifestyle, and the largest home range of any terrestrial mammal. They have a layer of blubber that is two to four inches thick, which helps to insulate them against the cold, acts as a nutritional reserve when food cannot be found, and makes them more buoyant in water. Their fur consists of a dense undercoat protected by an outer coat of long guard hairs that stick together when wet, forming a waterproof barrier to keep cold water off their skin. Their hair is made of clear, hollow tubes filled with air, and their skin is black, which better absorbs solar warmth.

Life in the tundra climate requires a high-calorie diet, and ringed seals are rich in fat. Polar bears must wait for the sea to freeze before they can begin hunting in autumn, as they rely on Arctic sea ice as a platform from which to hunt the seals.

They lie in wait at the seals’ breathing holes for hours or even days. With feet the size of frying pans and coarse fur between their footpads, the bears are able to maintain traction on ice.

On average, they require 47 seals each year to get through the summer months when they cannot hunt. They can eat 40 pounds of food in one sitting. Climate change affects when the Artic seas freeze, and as the freeze comes later and later each year, the bears must go hungry for a longer period of time. Polar bears face losing 2.2 pounds of body weight per day for several months each year.

The San Diego Zoo promotes conservation of these Arctic animals and offers a rare chance to see them up close and in-person. At the Conrad Prebys Polar Bear Plunge, guests can observe the bears swimming in a pool that mimics the icy Arctic seas from an underwater viewing room.

The bears are known to swim right up to the glass to check out their human audience. For those at home, the Zoo has a live Polar Bear Cam, which offers another chance to see the playful personalities of these magnificent creatures. The bears can be seen at https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/cams/polar-cam.

San Diego Zoo is located at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego.

For more information, visit www.sandiegozoo.org.

Double the Excitement! Bing Crosby Horse Racing Season and Breeders’ Cup November 3-28 Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s finest horses return to the Del Mar Racetrack this fall with the Bing Crosby Season.

Over the course of the 15-day meet, the racetrack comes alive with high stakes competitions, signature events and free concerts. Every weekend includes an array of activities to keep guests entertained as well. On Free and Fun Sundays, guests receive free admission and seating, along with food specials and happy hour until 2pm. Brunch lovers can also celebrate Sunday with a creative menu and bottomless mimosas at Taste of the Turf Club each weekend. Holiday festivities abound on November 25. Families can celebrate

Thanksgiving together with a special turkey trot around the track at the Family Fun Run, which begins at 8am.

The famed Breeders’ Cup, the most important international horse racing event of the year is back at Del Mar for only the second time in Breeders’ Cup history! Witness history being made at one of the most beautiful and historic racetracks in America, and see thoroughbred Champions crowned where the turf meets the surf and soak up all the sun and fun in Southern California, from November 5 to 6.

Del Mar Racetrack is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. For more information, visit www.dmtc.com.

Holiday Extravaganza in Cardiff December 5, 12-6pm Cardiff 101 Main Street presents a Holiday Extravaganza that combines the fun-filled activities of Kringle Mingle with Taste of Cardiff.

It takes place on December 5 from 12 to 6pm along Aberdeen Drive.

The day starts with the Kringle Mingle, which features holiday shopping from local makers, children’s crafts, live music, and special holiday treats such as hot chocolate and coffee. From 1 to 4pm, Santa also makes a stop at the gathering to offer photo opportunities with him in his vintage camper sleigh.

The festivities continue with a tree lighting ceremony at 5pm. Kringle Mingle is a free event.

From 3 to 6pm, attendees with a separate ticket to Taste of Cardiff are treated to mouthwatering tastes from more than 20 local eateries. Along the route, several Sip Stops offer samplings of fine beer, wine, and kombucha.

Attendees have the opportunity to determine who will be this year’s winner of the coveted Taste of Cardiff Golden Fork Award. Taste tickets are $30; Taste and Sip tickets are $40. For more information, visit www.cardiff101.com.

Balboa Park December Nights December 3-5, 11am-10pm December Nights has been a San Diego tradition at Balboa Park for more than 40 years. This year, out of an abundance of caution, the tradition returns to the park as an expanded version of last year’s drive-through event, “Taste of December Nights.” It takes place over three days, from December 3 to 5.

There are food vendors and trucks serving up delicious cuisine at this year’s drive-through event.

From 11am to 10pm each day, attendees can drive through the Inspiration Point parking lot to treat their taste buds, and they can stay to listen to live entertainment. All attendees must remain in their cars.

Balboa Park is located at 1549 El Prado, San Diego. For more information, visit www.sandiego.gov/december-nights.

Winter Fiesta in Vista December 5 Discover Vista Village once again hosts their annual holiday event on December 5 in downtown Vista.

Winter Fiesta, formerly known as Winterfest, features plenty of festive activities, shopping, and entertainment for the entire family.

Visitors are encouraged to support local artisans by shopping at the fiesta’s holiday bazaar.

There is something for everyone to be found in the wide array of handmade wares for sale. Chefs and amateur cooks alike may want to test their skills in the tamalemaking contest. Santa Claus is coming to town, too, and children can meet him at the fiesta. Mariachi music adds to the atmosphere. The event is filled with holiday spirit, from singing and dancing to decorations on the street. For more information, visit www.discovervista.com.

Save Hundreds or Thousands of Dollars By Having Dental Work Done In Tijuana

By Andy Lee I have a very good dental plan, but it doesn’t cover gums, molar crowns, some root canals, bridges, etc. A couple of years ago, I cracked the porcelain of a 15-year old crown and it wasn’t covered under my dental insurance.

I called a few San Diego dental offices and was quoted between $1,100–$1,500 for a porcelain over metal crown.

I went online to look at dentist reviews, and found a dentist in Tijuana, Shirley Baker, D.D.S. She was advertising permanent porcelain crowns for $320. Her English-speaking receptionist convinced me that I should give it a try. The next morning I drove to the border and parked my car on the U.S. side and walked across. It’s a bit of a walk and you should bring a

friend. The dental office had a yellow taxi waiting for me (no charge). The driver spoke perfect English and in 5 minutes we arrived at the office. There was a coffee shop on the first floor lobby. I bought a latte. The elevator attendant opened the elevator door and used her card and pushed the 3rd floor button for me. I opened the door and the office looked just as nice as any dental office in the U.S. and better than most.

I filled out a detailed dental history form. There was a woman sitting next to me and told me her husband was getting a root canal and that they have been coming here for six years. They too live in San Diego. Dr. Baker and everyone there spoke perfect English and were very profes-

sional. After an X-ray the doctor and hygienist went to work.

They gave me an iPod to listen to music. After removing the cracked crown she took another X-ray because she found a large cavity below the gum line under the old crown.

She proceeded to remove the decay, filled the cavity, took an impression for a new crown, and gave me a temporary crown. I returned in 10 days for the permanent crown, and it looks more natural than my other two crowns. Total cost was $320 plus $50 for the filling. I saved over $1,000. A taxi drove me back to the border (no charge). Here is Dr. Shirley Baker’s number (619) 270-2165. Please let them know you read about this in the North County Sun.

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Tip Top Meats It’s the holidays, and world renown Tip Top Meats always offers the largest variety of fine handmade sausages from around the world, the finest whole, fresh or oven baked, USDA turkeys, and the finest Prime and Choice USDA beef for your holiday party or event. You won’t find tastier, juicier, or more tender turkeys anywhere. We highly recommend ordering your Christmas turkey, goose, duck, roast, or holiday ham early.

This holiday season, for a special treat order Tip Top’s signature, fancy, Cajun-style Turkducken, Duck, Lamb, Tri-Tip, an assortment of roasts, wild game meats, filet and New York Steaks. Tip Top is a one-of-a-kind butcher shop, a gourmet European-style delicatessen, and a full service marketplace. Tip Top is not just any grocery store or meat market, they are a true German-style butcher shop, and receives their beef directly from the cattle company and process it in-house by themselves. There’s no middleman. Nobody in San Diego comes

close to the service and value of Tip Top. They have been providing the highest quality meat and poultry in North County since 1967. The Big John Breakfast and the Big John Burger are two of the best value meals in town.

John Haedrich, turning 93 this January, and who still cuts meat and makes sausage in the butcher shop, has given back 100-fold to his community, residents, places of worship, schools, marine families, and community organizations. Andy Lee, Publisher of the North County Sun, says, “John is one of those amazing people who crosses our path once in a lifetime. I look up to him, and admire him and his achievements. He is a hard working, kind, and generous man with a big heart; and people who know him, love and respect him.” Tip Top Meats is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 438-2620 or visit www.tiptopmeats.com.

Casa de Bandini Casa de Bandini has long been one of San Diego’s favorite Mexican restaurants – both during its days in the Old Town State Park and its current home in The Forum Carlsbad. Casa de Bandini offers a fun, welcoming venue for special holiday dining and parties.

This award-winning restaurant transports guests to romantic Old Mexico as soon as they enter the door, with beautifully decorated dining rooms, and spectacular outdoor patios. And, don’t forget Casa de Bandini’s famous “birdbath” margaritas!

Only the freshest ingredients are used for Casa de Bandini’s authentically delicious menu, which features a dozen homemade sauces, salsas and dressings, plus handmade flour tortillas served all day long. Over the holidays try their wonderful chicken, chili and cheese, or gluten-free holiday tamales! Their menu features an abundant selection of regionally inspired dishes, healthy dining options, plus vegetarian choices and a gluten-free

menu. Favorites include Tequila Lime Shrimp, Pacific wild shrimp sauteed with tequila, lime and butter, seasoned with garlic, crushed chili and cilantro on arroz Amarillo with black beans; Mole Poblano, a traditional dish with sauteed chicken cooked in an original mole poblano sauce, with fresh onion and sesame seed, served with Mexican rice and frijoles de la olla; and the Fajitas Supremas, a sizzling platter of shrimp, chicken and beef marinated and combined with sautéed with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms, and served with tortillas, guacamole, Mexican rice and frijoles.

Their seasoned staff will turn your event into a vibrant fiesta! If you’re hosting a party at your home or office, Casa de Bandini is also a full-service caterer and can design custom menus for you. Patrons can also call ahead and pick up trays of hot, ready-to-eat dishes to take wherever the party is. Casa de Bandini is open every day and

is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 92009, in The Forum Carlsbad. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www.casadebandini.com.

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Dine overlooking the 18th green at Ember & Rye, a collaboration with acclaimed chef, restaurateur, author and television personality Richard Blais. This newly re-imagined culinary experience specializes in vintage steaks and fresh seafood with a classic California design.

Playful and colorful décor gives the space a modern-day country club feel, while a mix of vibrant colors, and quirky bold patterns carries a sense of west coast nostalgia. Indigenous botanicals and live landscaping throughout the location will create a chic garden aesthetic, bringing the outside in, while expansive outdoor seating provides ample space to the lush surroundings.

Enjoy 18 holes of golf at the Arnold Palmer signature-designed Aviara Golf Course, home of the LPGA Kia Classic. The resort’s sprawling acres offer the ideal setting to relax with plenty of

space to breathe, and allow for true moments of connection. Visit www.parkhyattaviara.com or call (760) 448-1234.

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort After an extensive $50 Million dollar renovation the newly reimagined Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has made dramatic enhancements.

The property now has newly redesigned restaurant and bar concepts, a newly designed grand lobby, and 327 redesigned guestrooms and suites, featuring king/king accommodations. In addition, the resort features a newly designed interactive family pool experience with water playground, spacious cabanas and two-story waterslides.

Experience Pacific Point, the resort’s lobby lounge, offering spacious indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the expansive gardens.

Guests will indulge in a variety of menu offerings featuring an array of offerings from land and sea. Signature cocktails include the Yuzo Jalepeno Popsicle featuring herradura blanco, fresh pressed yuzu juice and a handcrafted jalaro jalapeno popsicle. The resort’s signature restaurant, Ponto Lago, offers a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Offering breakfast and dinner, daily guests can enjoy a show

Mr. Peabody’s Always a favorite year round and especially over the holidays, Mr. Peabody’s is abiding by all CDC and local restaurant and bar regulations. They offer their own delivery, or you can call ahead for pick-up and take-out. They have a really nice heated outdoor patio to eat, drink and hangout. Absolutely one of the most popular dining and local music spots in North County, Mr. Peabody’s is known for great food including breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have excellent live music and their stage showcases the best bands and talent in North County.

Their cuisine is absolutely delicious with prices that are more than fair, especially their breakfasts and Prime Rib dinners. Their full bar is always busy with bartenders serving drinks to very satisfied guests.

This very lively Encinitas neighborhood pub, grill, and live music venue has been attracting North County locals since 2003. Peabody’s

offers healthy portions of made-from-scratch dishes using the finest ingredients available at very affordable prices. Their Prime Rib dinner $17.99 is amazing and the best deal in town, but other menu items such as their fish and chips $12.99, 1/2 lb. burgers and turkey burgers, linguini, fish, turkey, and fish/chicken/turkey tacos, salads, and mud pies are also local favorites. Menu is subject to change.

Breakfast begins at 7am and includes $1.75 mimosas, $1.75 breakfast tacos, and $3.50 build-your-own Bloody Mary Bar. Happy hour is Monday – Friday, from 8am to 6pm and Wednesdays all night with $3.00 well cocktails and Budweiser.

Live shows are 21 + with no cover. Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7192 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com.

Le Papagayo This will be the place to be over the holidays and on New Years Eve! If you haven’t heard, Le Papagayo has opened a second location in Carlsbad Village. The new restaurant is spectacular and is always busy. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, lots of new large flat screen TVs, a bustling long bar, great food, and nightly live music.

Locals love all the new outdoor patio seating and always the wonderful award-winning cuisine, and drinks. This family-owned restaurant has created a large, loyal, local following unlike most other restaurants.

We want everyone near and far to experience the flavors and sounds of this dining establishment on Historic California Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia, and on Carlsbad Village Drive, in Carlsbad Village, because Le Papagayo is really awesome. You’ll love their unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine, along with their hang loose beachy vibe. Some of San Diego’s finest musicians play music at both locations nightly.

Le Papagayo has 4-5 star ratings on Yelp, OpenTable, and Tripadvisor and are recent 2021 winners of OpenTable Diners’ Award. Open for

breakfast, try their eggs, omlettes, acai bowls, fresh fruit, pancakes, chicken fried steak, or their signature Loco Moco. Their lunch and dinner menu rocks and so does their Happy Hour menu with food and drink specials every day from 4-6pm and on Tuesdays all night long! Their Lobster Bisque is a local favorite as well as their Ahi Poke and Spring Rolls. Other favorites include Carne Asada, Duck Confit, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos. Their Happy Hour menu and regular menus offer a variety of quality, tasty and healthy items and will surely have something perfect for you. They’re open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner until 11pm.

You’ll love their nightly local live music. Either inside or out on their beautiful expanded outdoor patios, enjoy a sangria or any of their house and specialty wines and craft beers. Local musical guests have included such names as Mystic Groove, Clint Westwood, Lou Shook, Blackwater Blues Boys, Gregory Michaels, John Bennett and Jim Volkert, Cody Carter, Triple Shot, Johnny C, Greenflash, Tolan Shaw, and many others. Check their website for music schedules. Le Papagayo is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas 92024,

Patron–Tortilleria and Carniceria Patron is the place to find all your Mexican holiday favorites including their delicious tamales and Oaxacan-style holiday tamales. Patron is following all CDC social distancing, mask wearing, and sanitizing regulations. We love Patron and the owners and their friendly staff and want everyone in San Marcos and nearby communities to know where to find the best authentic Mexican fresh-made-daily tamales ($2.49 and $2.69); street tacos ($1.79); hot, fresh, handmade daily tortillas (10 for $2.99); and Carne Asada combo plates for $8.99.

Thinking about having a holiday party? Patron does catering! Patron is a full-service butcher shop (carniceria) a Mexican restaurant, and a Mexican grocery store. They have a wide selection of fresh made salsa, Mexican-style guacamole, Mexican cheeses, tortilla chips, canned goods, fresh fruit, and vegetables, including locally-grown tomatoes, avocados, lemons and papayas. Their butcher shop display is filled

with steak, beef, chicken, goat, and pork. Buy your carne asada here!

Locals and Mexican-Americans already know how amazing this place is. Try their authentic Mexican food and you will be back often.

Pick up fresh made hot tamales in the morning! Why buy massproduced tortillas when you can go to Patron and pick up freshly made, piping hot tortillas? The best time for hot tortillas is around 4-5pm.

Tacos are made to order! Have Patron custom make your tacos. For your taco meat, we recommend Birria, a flavorful beef or goat stewed meat, or their chicken mole. Top off your taco with red or green salsa, Mexican avocado sauce, cheese, onions, and fresh sliced lime. They have an assortment of Agua Frescas $3.44 for a large 32 oz. drink.

They sell out of tamales and tortillas, so get there early or call-in your order ahead! Patron is located at 204 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos 92078. Call (760) 736-0086.

and at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive 92008, or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

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Dining, Sipping, and Drinking WildWood Crossing and Cantina Make your New Year’s Eve reservations now for a wonderful evening of live music, party favors, flowing drinks from their full-bar, and amazing cuisine. With its beautiful patio view overlooking the trees of Wildwood Park, Wildwood Crossing and Cantina is Vista’s hidden gem. Their old-world hacienda feel is complimented with the work of local artists decorating the walls. Their menu features quality American classics alongside Oaxacan-style Mexican favorites, prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients, by Executive Chef, Wilfrido Valentin.

With some of the best live music four nights a week and a classic showroom with elevated stage, Trivia and Football on Monday nights, Karaoke in the showroom Thursday nights, and a delicious Brunch served from 9am to 1pm Saturdays and Sundays, Wildwood

Crossing and Cantina should be part of everyone’s dining out rotation. Happy Hour happens during Monday Night football with $5 Well Drinks, Beer and House Wine.

Try their slow roasted Prime Rib, Flat Iron Steak, Ribeye Steak, BBQ Pork Spareribs, Pacific Cod and Chips, Pan Seared Salmon, Baja Fish Tacos, Mole Chicken Breast Enchiladas, or their BBQ Texan Burger or Awesome WildWood Burger (a local favorite).

Their warm and friendly polished staff are committed to making every guest experience the best it can be. Stop by to see what all the excitement is about, and don’t forget to book your holiday parties and catering orders now! WildWood Crossing is located at 116 Civic Center Drive (near Vista City Hall) in Vista 92084. Call (760) 758-1513 or visit www.WildWoodCrossing.net.

Pelly’s Fish Market and Grill Pelly’s is North County’s original fish market and grill since 1989.

This holiday season, stock up on the freshest fish selections in San Diego, and call ahead to order for your holiday feasts or NFL Bowl game day parties! Pelly’s is following all CDC regulations for a safe dining experience, either on their beautiful expanded plaza patio or for take-home meals. Pelly’s is the “Local’s Choice” for fall and winter dining, and custom seafood platter shopping. Located just steps from Carlsbad State Beach, Pelly’s new remodel now has an all new kitchen, new fresh fish display cases, flat screen TVs and an expanded dining area with comfortable chairs. Pelly’s still has their same wonderful menu that we’ve all come to know and love, and now offer new delicious editions, including fish and chips, shrimp and chips, poke bowls, and draft beers and wine. Ask about their lobster dishes over the holiday season. Try their new fried combo plate complete with fish and chips, a crabcake, and fried shrimp. It’s truly amazing! Enjoy delicious char-grilled fish plates, a huge fresh fish selection, or customize a

seafood platter for a party or event.

Their food is simply delicious and their fresh fish market is always stocked with your favorites, including local catch. It’s the perfect place for a late breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or cold glass of craft beer, and the perfect choice for the freshest fish and people watching. Located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, you’ll enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest char-grilled fish sandwiches, plates, or salads in San Diego. Depending on the season, Pelly’s Fish Market offers lobster, large fillets of fresh ahi, yellowtail, albacore, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass (perfect for the barbecue), and a wide assortment of local shellfish including oysters, clams and mussels.

We recommend their grilled mahi-mahi, halibut, and grilled fish tacos.

Try their fresh Ono salad or their Stone Crab salad. They have the best chowder too! Check their board for their Catch of the Day, order on DoorDash and Grubhub, and CLIP THEIR COUPON TO GET A FREE CUP OF THEIR FAMOUS CLAM CHOWDER. Pelly’s Fish Market is open

7-days a week and is located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center at 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 431-8454 or visit www.pellysfish.com.

Gregorio’s Open everyday for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s Restaurant is located upstairs at the Village Fair Shopping Center, in Carlsbad Village, and is the perfect spot for your special holiday lunch or dinner. This classy Italian restaurant serves handmade pizzas, along with authentic and savory Italian cuisine at very reasonable prices. Gregorio’s is the perfect place to enjoy any kind of friends or family holiday event while enjoying a lovely atmosphere and overlooking downtown Carlsbad Village.

We recommend their Shrimp Fra Diavlo, a shrimp and spicy marinara tossed with linguini, or their Angel Hair Pasta with Meat Sauce. They offer a wide selection for lunch and dinner with signature dishes such as linguini, lasagna, fettuccini Alfredo, eggplant parmesan, steaks, Sicilian chicken, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, appetizers and desserts, including homemade cannoli.

Broadcasting NBA, and NFL regular season and bowl games, their full-bar serves Happy Hour Monday – Friday, from 4 to 6pm, with appetizer and daily drink specials. Martini Mondays are great with $2 off

martinis; Tuesdays have Two-for Tuesday specials; Wednesday features 1/2 off all bottles of wine, all night; Thursdays you get $2 off all bottled beer; and Friday is TGIF with $2 off–you call it! Gregorio’s is open 11am-9pm weekdays, 11am-10pm Fridays and Saturdays. Gregorio’s offers a wide variety of light and healthy options, and is a great place to pop in and out for a quick lunch from 11am-3pm. They will treat you as if it’s your home away from home.

Gregorio’s owner, Greg Nelson, has done more for families and children of the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Clubs than anyone can ever imagine. As a young boy, he spent his days going to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. That experience had a profound effect on him and who he is today. From 2010 to 2012, he donated 100% of his restaurant profits to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. What a man! Gregorio’s is located in Carlsbad Village at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 208, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit www. gregoriosrestaurant.com.

Daily News Café At Daily News Café you’ll find expanded and heated outdoor seating under a large canopy and a large built-in patio perfect for your holiday breakfast and lunch time dining. They are following CDC health and safety guidelines and are serving their full breakfast and lunch menus.

Whether you’re a Carlsbad local or a visiting guest, we’re sure you’ll agree that the Daily News Café is the place to have breakfast, brunch or lunch. This historic restaurant, located just steps from Carlsbad Beach, with a picturesque view of the Carlsbad sign on highway 101, is a North County destination and has been serving the community since 1990. This year, they are celebrating their 31st anniversary in downtown Carlsbad Village. Enjoy an American classic breakfast or an ice-cold craft beer with a delicious sandwich and salad for lunch. Many of their staff and cooks have been working there for years and have become local celebrities. Waitress Deena Vongxay has been serving happy customers for 31 years. The longevity of the staff, as well as the great food and service, are the reasons for the popularity of this downtown village bistro.

Guests enjoy homemade comfort breakfasts and lunches, inside or

outside on their expanded beautiful patio, while people-watching and taking in the sunshine and fresh ocean air. Three to four times a year, retired Marine officers who flew A-4 Skyhawks, during the Vietnam War (and after), gather to meet at their favorite breakfast place in Carlsbad. These Marine Vets have been coming from near and far to meet at the Daily News Café for more than twelve years.

Open every day, Mon-Fri 7am to 2pm, and Sat-Sun 7am to 4pm .

Their very popular menu includes a wide assortment of omelets ranging in price from $11 to $15. All omelets are three eggs and served with hash browns, sautéed red potatoes, fresh fruit or refried beans and your choice of toast, biscuit, or blueberry muffin. Other breakfast favorites include Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, and a Breakfast Burrito. Locals love their Belgian Waffles, Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, and wide assortment of Crepes. Try their famous Bloody Marys and Mimosas!

Lunch includes craft beer pairings with their 1/3 pound Belly Bomber Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and many other sandwich and salad options. We love their Half Sandwich and Soup combo and recom-

mend their Chicken Salad Sandwich served with any of their delicious seasonal soups. Daily News Café is located at 3001 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 729-1023 or visit www.dailynewscafe.com.

Competition, the most prestigious and largest competition of American wines in the world awarded Solterra: Best of Class for their Costa Azul2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; Double Gold for their Christopher Cameron Vineyards 2012 Malbec; Gold for their Solterra Winery Mestizo “GSM”; Silver for their 2013 Pinot Noir, and Silver for their 2009 Petit Sirah.

Wine Tasting is open daily but closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Live music happens Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, but please check their schedule for updates. Hours of operation are Wed-Thurs 3:30-9, Fri 3:30-10, Sat 12-10 and Sun 12-9. Sunday Brunch is served from 12pm and features bottomless mimosas!

Owner and Master Winemaker, Christopher Van Alyea is answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, craft beers, great food, and the SoCal beach lifestyle. Please call or check their website for live music, special events, and holiday dinner

reservations. Solterra is located at 934 N. Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia.

Call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

Solterra Winery & Kitchen Solterra welcomes holiday revelers, wine lovers, and foodies to experience all the best life has to offer. They always have an exciting NYE party with live music and a special menu that you won’t want to miss! Highly advise to book dinner reservations early. Solterra also offers eat-in, take-out, and curbside delivery with culinary dinner pairings with award-winning wines. Live music happens outside in front of the barrel room. The winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, a crusher and press. It’s a real working winery! Hang out where tables are spread out in the barrel room, sit at their long concrete outdoor fire pit bar, located just inches from the sidewalk, or enjoy some fresh air, space, and privacy on their exquisite real grape vine-draped back patio.

If you enjoy wine tasting, or are interested in joining a wine club, there’s nothing better than sipping award-winning wine and enjoying the finest cuisine at Solterra. The San Francisco Chronicle Wine

En Fuego Cantina and Grill Make your holiday lunch and dinner reservations as early as possible for this classic Del Mar eatery. En Fuego was established twenty-four years ago in the village of Del Mar. Located cozily near Del Mar beach, this locally owned, beautiful, Mexican-inspired restaurant is a fun destination for the holidays, any celebration, or romantic rendezvous. With vast patio seating, this venue is draped with green foliage and features a rustic wine bar, several intimate dining areas, and a downstairs patio bar where award-winning Margaritas are served 7-days a week during Happy Hour from 4:30- 6:30pm. There’s plenty of room for family, friends, business events, and parties. It’s one of Del Mar Village’s most popular restaurants, especially during fall horse racing season and the Breeders Cup, and a great place to host any affair. Book your holiday party or event before the best nights are full!

Serving up inventive margaritas, traditional Mexican dishes, salads, and fresh seafood, their menu exemplifies flavors of the Mexican Riviera. En Fuego is open Monday–Sunday from 12:00pm –9:00pm (hours may vary) and features different specials through the week: such as Taco Tuesday, which has become one of the most popular in San Diego (4:30pm-close every Tuesday); and Wine Wednesday, with live music beginning at 7pm. Call ahead to check music schedule. The patio is a great retreat to enjoy wonderful Mexican food or world-class premium drinks before or after Del Mar Racing at the track. Whether it is lunch, dinner, or drinks, En Fuego is always ready to welcome you! En Fuego Cantina and Grill is located at 1342 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar CA, 92014. Call (858) 792-6551 or visit www.EnFuegoCantina.com.

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Dining, Sipping, and Drinking My Yard Live (MYL) Make your holiday party and lunch and dinner reservations now! You won’t want to miss their NYE Party extravaganza with live music, DJ, and drink and food specials and a kid-friendly NYE playground. MYL has also upgraded their kitchen to be a full-on scratch kitchen which means everything is now made in-house from scratch behind the locally famous award-winning leadership of Chef Mark Pullin, and guests are raving about his delicious cuisine. Friendly waiters will take your drink and food orders and serve you at your table. They have lots of patio space. There is also socially distanced seating inside. This is the place to be for NBA, and NFL games and Bowl games to watch on their many TVs. Watch games on their outdoor patio too! Recently featured in San Diego Magazine as one of the “7 Best Breweries that Stand Out with Dishes,” My Yard Live is one of the best places in North County for amazing craft beers and chef-prepared cuisine. Located near San Marcos City Hall, My Yard Live is a 17,000 sq. ft. live entertainment, drinking and dining, fun experience for all. It’s their own concept that brings together a brewery, live music Friday, Saturday and Sunday during dinner, a restaurant, community center, beer garden, indoor and outdoor games, photo booth, leisure and arcade games, lounge chairs,

comfy sofas, massive bar, and sports on TV. It’s quite a scene!

Bring the family, neighbors and the kids. My Yard Live has an outdoor play area for kids, indoor electronic arcade games, air hockey, and long wooden tables, perfect for families. As evening approaches, the kids and families often head out and an older crowd stays later, cozying on the sofas, playing bocce ball, corn hole, pool, eating, drinking and listening to the venue’s very fine live musical performers. There’s plenty of room to spread out, hide away on the lawn outside, or find a cozy spot for chatting.

My Yard Live is an on-site brewery with a wide selection of craft brews.

The service is friendly, fast and professional. Sitting on the sofa, we listened to the band play some great R&B and classic rock while we sipped our drinks and ate some excellent food. Try the Smoked Crispy Brussels, Ahi Tuna Poke, Fish & Chips, Smoked Chicken Gouda Mac, Beer-BQ Bacon Burger, Drunkn Shroom Burger, The Club Sandwich, and the White Chicken Chili…. all very delicious. If you’re looking for a place that’s got everything, try My Yard Live at 288 Rancheros Drive, San Marcos 92069. Call 760-798-0779 or visit www. myyardlive.com.

Venetos Cucina Italiana If you’re looking for the best Italian cuisine over the holidays, Venetos is the place! Make your holiday dinner reservations early because seating is limited.

You can also order ahead from their website or call ahead for pick-up. Delivery options are also available. Venetos is the place where lovers meet, friends reminisce, and the food is legendary. If you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine, Pino Bottalico, the hardest working restaurateur on the planet, will always greet you and welcome you, speaking to you in his native Italian language, to a perfect and delicious Italian experience.

Located on N. Coast Hwy in Oceanside, near the Oceanside/California Welcome Center, Venetos is celebrating their 4-year anniversary. Owner, Pino Bottalico, brings his heart and soul to the restaurant every day to make sure that his guests have the best authentic Italian culinary experience ever. You’ll find fresh flowers on every table and a wonderful selection of

Pino’s favorite wines. Venetos has a full bar, serving great drinks, cocktails, and wine, as well as imported, domestic and local beers, and real Italian espresso. Dine inside, out on the heated front patio, or order take-out.

Try their many delicious entrées including grilled salmon, ahi tuna, pollo Piccata, Melanzane alla Parmigiana, or Pollo with Scampi. Enjoy an authentic pasta dish such as their Spaghetti alla Bolognese (our favorite), or their exceptional Fettuccini Alfredo, Linguini Alla Vongole, Lasagna al Forno, Ziti, Ravioli, Tortellini, and Lasagna. They also have excellent pizza selections, soups, antipasti, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. For a real treat, try their famous homemade Tiramisu with a nice cup of espresso. They’re open for lunch Wed-Sun and dinner nightly. Fridays and Saturdays open until 10pm. Venetos is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call (760) 722-1228.

Tony’s Jacal Celebrating their 75th Anniversary this year, we highly recommend making your lunch, dinner, and holiday reservations as early as possible. Tony’s Jacal is one of the most famous and historic Mexican restaurants and cantinas in San Diego. Located in Solana Beach, Tony’s Jacal is a historic San Diego landmark, which opened its doors in 1946 as a small neighborhood house where neighbors would stop by for a delicious meal. If you’re one of the lucky ones who grew up anywhere in San Diego North County, you know how great Tony’s is and probably are a frequent guest. According to Zagat, “Tony’s Jacal is one of the most authentic north of the border Mexican restaurants.”

Taste the flavors of old Mexico and enjoy the history of one of the first Mexican restaurants in San Diego. Tony’s Jacal (pronounced hakal) is one of San Diego’s oldest and most treasured Mexican restaurants. Its reputation increased over the years because their cuisine is absolutely delicious, and their atmosphere and service are equally outstanding. For three generations, Tony’s Jacal has been serving family specialties, like their famous chile relleno, turkey

tacos, turkey enchiladas, flautas and shrimp burritos. We recommend their very special turkey tamales with a wonderful mole sauce made with black Pasilla Chiles, which you can order off the menu all-year-round. Also, try Tony’s new fajita burrito. It’s big, fresh, and very tasty!

Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio, and expanded patio seating. Their full bar offers a wide selection of tequila and Margaritas, and serves a variety of mezcal. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 5-7pm.

Ask for a delicious Margarita or a tasty Mezcal Paloma with grapefruit soda on the rocks. Hours are Sun 3-8pm, Mon 11-2pm and 4:40-8pm, Tues Closed except during horse racing season, Wed-Thurs 11-2pm and 4:30-8pm, and Fri-Sat 11-2pm and 4:30-8:30pm. If you are looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant experience, with wonderful food and drinks, and the finest service, Tony’s Jacal is the place! Tony’s Jacal is located west of the I-5 Fry and just south of Lomas Santa Fe on 621 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach, 92075. Call (858) 755-2274 or (858) 209-8607 or visit www.tonysjacal.com

Pollos Maria Pollos Maria is one of our all-time favorite Mexican restaurants and the perfect place for the holidays….and for holiday tamales! Call ahead for pick-up and to-go orders. Located in Carlsbad Village and in Oceanside at the Old Grove Market Place, Pollos Maria has been serving the most delicious, freshest, and healthiest Mexican food to satisfied customers for over 35 years! Pollos Maria started in the kitchen of their home on Harding Street and was converted to the restaurant where it stands today in Carlsbad Village. The secret to their success is that they have arguably the best tasting fire-grilled chicken in North County and throughout San Diego. The service is excellent and efficient; the menu is extensive, and the prices are very reasonable. If you’re looking for great tasting Mexican food and award-winning salsas (made fresh daily), we just cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Their Oceanside restaurant location interior is spacious, beautifully decorated and perfect for any occasion. Their Carlsbad Village location has a really beautiful and inviting outdoor patio with umbrellas and fire pits and is the perfect place to hang out with family and friends.

Pollos Maria is open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are open at 8am Saturday and Sunday. Breakfast is served all day and they offer Daily Specials at both locations. Their daily menu includes Maria’s House Specialties, featuring a whole broiled chicken for $15.99, or half chicken for only $7.99.

Their Combo Plates, such as Chile Rellano, Enchilladas, and Tacos, are fantastic.

The chicken tacos (soft or hard shell) are as good as, if not better than, any chicken tacos in all of San Diego. Try local favorites Enchilada Maria or their #6 Pollos Maria Grande! You can order burritos, tacos, tostadas, or their famous chicken soup, salads, tortas, chips and salsa, quesadillas, nachos, and a selection of wonderful desserts. Come early for a breakfast burrito, menudo (served Saturday and Sunday), or their huevos rancheros or chorizo, eggs and cheese plates. They stock domestic and imported beers and wine, and catering is available. We love Pollos Maria! They have two locations. Carlsbad: 3055 Harding Street in Carlsbad Village (760) 729-4858. Oceanside: 125 Old Grove Road #8, Oceanside (760) 435-9071 or visit www.pollosmaria.com.

Disney On Ice: Dream Big January 20-23 Magical moments come to San Diego this January when Disney On Ice returns with a brand-new show. Through ice skating and breathtaking choreography, beloved classic tales come alive. In this year’s show, spectators can sail away with Moana as she returns the stolen heart of Te Fiti; travel through the

Land of the Dead with Miguel; discover the power of love between Anna and Elsa; sing along to a whole new adventure with Aladdin; and be amazed by the strength of the Disney princesses.

Disney On Ice celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

The live entertainment shows have been performed in 68 countries for more than 320 million spectators. They continue to bring joy to families across the globe.

Pechanga Arena San Diego is located at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. For more information, visit www. disneyonice.com.

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CSUSM Offers Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language Certificate In December 2015, Scott Havenor was laid off from a 26-year career in the software business.

Looking to start a new chapter, he learned about the Teaching English as a Second Language/Foreign Language (TESL/ TEFL) certificate at CSUSM. Havenor completed the program in May 2017 and immediately saw the value of his new certificate. He connected with a school in Ukraine that teaches American English to local corporations so they can integrate into the globalized economy. The job application required a TESL/TEFL certificate and the interview included preparing a sample lesson, so Havenor selected a lesson he had created as part of the certificate program. He received a swift offer and six weeks after earning his TESL/TEFL cerAMERICAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE INSTITUTE N O R T H

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Designed for those with minimal or no English language teaching experience who are interested in teaching English abroad (EFL) or in the U.S. (ESL), this 120-hour certificate focuses on best practices in methods, materials and techniques used to teach English as a second/foreign language. The program provides professional development and employment guidance with a strong emphasis

on hands-on training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting. Sessions are taught by master teachers with extensive experience in TESL/TEFL, teacher training, and curriculum development. Participants receive ample opportunities for developing effective lesson plans and syllabi, practicing classroom management strategies, peer-teaching, and classroom facilitation. The 15-week spring course is offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 8 hours per week, and the 6-week summer intensive course runs Monday through Friday on the CSUSM campus for a total of 20 hours per week.

For more information, visit www.csusm.edu/alci or contact us at tesl-tefl@csusm.edu or (760) 750-3200.

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Comic-Con International: San Diego Special Edition November 26–28 Comic-Con International moves to a fall date at the San Diego Convention Center with a plethora of activities for comic book lovers and pop culture fans alike this fall from November 26 to 28. Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction, fantasy, film, and television, the show has expanded over the years to include a larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, animation, anime, manga, cartoons, mov-

ies, TV Shows, toys, collectible card games, video games, web comics and fantasy novels. The convention is one of the largest pop culture events in the world.

Comic-Con International San Diego began in 1970 when a group of comics, movie and science fiction fans banded together to put on the first comic book convention in southern California. It started as a one-day event, called San Diego’s Golden State Comic-Minicon, and was first held at the U.S. Grant Hotel. With attendance topping 130,000 in recent years, the event has grown to include

satellite locations, such as local hotels and outdoor parks, and literally spills over and throughout downtown and the harbor boardwalk area.

Along with panels, hosted by actors, designers, and celebrities; seminars and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, a costume contest, and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival. San Diego Convention Center is located at 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. For more information, visit www.comic-con.org.

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Christmas Holiday Events and Christmas Light Viewing *Websites, locations, and times are subject to change.

Here’s a condensed list of Christmas events, tree lightings, parades, visits with Santa, and Christmas light viewing of the best lit neighborhoods and homes in San Diego. The full list can be found on www.northcountysun.com. Visit our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/ExtremeChristmasLightsSanDiego. Feel free to post or tag photos of your Christmas lighted homes!

CHRISTMAS EVENTS

12/4 Tree Lighting, Vendor Market & Photos with Santa at San Marcos Civic Center, 1-7pm. www.san-marcos.net 12/4 40th Annual Fallbrook Christmas Parade on Main Avenue in downtown Fallbrook, 5pm. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org 12/4 Holiday at the Rancho at Leo Carrillo Ranch, 5-8pm. www.carlsbadca.gov 12/4-5, 11-12 Coaster Holiday Express train rides at Oceanside Transit Center www.gonctd.com 12/4-5 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/5 Winter Fiesta in downtown Vista Village. www.discovervista.com/winter-fiesta 12/5 Holiday Market at 251 North City Drive, San Marcos, 9am-4pm.

(760) 744-1270 www.sanmarcoschamber.com 12/5 Holiday Extravaganza featuring Taste of Cardiff and Kringle Mingle at on Aberdeen Drive, 12-6pm. www.cardiff101.com 12/5 La Jolla Christmas Parade and Holiday Festival on Girard Avenue in La Jolla, 1:30pm. www.ljparade.com 12/5 North Pole by the Sea and tree lighting in Del Mar Village, 3-5pm. www.visitdelmarvillage.com/holidaysintheheart 12/5 Holiday Tree Lighting at Fletcher Cove Park. www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us 12/9 Fireside Stories with Santa at Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa, 6:30pm. www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sanbs-sheraton-carlsbad-resort-and-spa/

12/10-1/2 Jungle Bells at San Diego Zoo, 9am-8pm. No celebration on 12/24, as the park closes at 5pm. www.sandiegozoo.org/junglebells 12/11 Living Nativity, Tree Lighting, and Caroling at Lifeway Baptist Church www.lifewaychurchvista.com 12/11 Christmas in the Park at Old Poway Park, 3:30-8:30pm. www.poway.org 12/11 Parade of Lights at Oceanside Harbor, 7pm. www.oceansideyc.net 12/11-1/2 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 12/12 50th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights: The Twelve Days of Christmas, 5:30pm. www.sdparadeoflights.org 12/19 50th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights: The Twelve Days of Christmas, 5:30pm. www.sdparadeoflights.org

CHRISTMAS LIGHT VIEWING

CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH, 92128 Fairway Village, west side of Stoney Gate Place. 85+ homes decorated.

POWAY, 92064, 12631 Stoutwood St. Off Twin Peaks Road and Deerwood Street. Nicknamed “The Griswolds.” Hickory Court/ Hickory Street, 12659 Butterwood Ct. and Rockrose Ct. All off Twin Peaks Road and Silverset Street. Named “Candy Cane Courts.” Entire cul-de-sacs are lit up.

RANCHO PENASQUITOS, 92129, On Oviedo Street off Black Mountain Road. “Christmas Card Lane.” Lighted Christmas cards in front of every home. Also enter off Twin Trails Drive, Carmel Mountain Road, (southwest corner of the area), Ellingham Street, Renato Street, Oviedo Street, Twin Trails Drive, Barrymore Street, Rotherham Avenue, Talca Avenue, Talca Court, Allenbrook Way, Davenport Avenue, Amber Sky Lane.

Mid-December – Jan. 1, 5-10pm.

TIERRASANTA, 92124, 5306 Belardo Dr. Off Via Valarta and Via Playa De Cortes. “Belardo Lights” features 95,000 lights, including many homemade decorations, all sequenced and animated to music. Tune radio to 106.1 FM to hear the lights dance. Begins Nov. 27. www.belardolights.com 11626 Papagallo Ct. Off Colina Dorado or Calle De Vida. Also 10927 Baroque Ln. A North Pole themed Christmas featuring a 20-ft. lighted Santa and a Christmas Village.

FALLBROOK Reche Road, just west of Green Canyon. “Fallbrook Lights” Over 80,000 lights that are choreographed to music. Snow machines add to the effect. Nov. 25-Jan. 1, Sunday-Thursday 5:309pm and Friday-Saturday 5:30-10pm. Follow the “enter” sign and tune your car radio to 90.5 FM. Non-perishable food donations are welcomed for Fallbrook Food Pantry.

FALLBROOK Curtis Mueller’s spectacular Christmas light show featuring concert lighting effects, lasers, and fog. Visit www. brightchristmasshow.com for show schedule and address.

CLAIREMONT, 92117, Lana Drive and Jamar. Off Mt. Abernathy Avenue and Circular Street. “Clairemont Christmas Park.” 40+

homes decorated. 4670 Norwalk Ave. Off Clairemont Mesa Boulevard/Moraga Avenue.

LA MESA, Bob’s Christmas Wonderland, 7171 Cornell. Bob’s Christmas Wonderland in La Mesa is a single residence with the heart of an entire neighborhood. Visitors are welcomed with artisan detailed decorations including trains, many automated, moving pieces as well as a miniature drive-in theater playing “Disney’s Magical Christmas.” Hot chocolate, apple cider and fresh popcorn are available.

ALLIED GARDENS, 92120, 7048 Hillsboro St. Off Waring and Princess View.

CHULA VISTA, 91910, 91911, 91914, 91915, Whitney Street/ Mankato. Circle between First and Second Avenue. off H Street and 1st Avenue. “Christmas Circle.” 55+ homes decorated.

EAST SAN DIEGO, 92113, 1523 48th St. Off Federal Boulevard and 48th Street. Craigie St. Off Highway 94 and 47th. Nicely decorated home.

EL CAJON, 92021, Jingle Bell Hill (also known as Pepper Drive Lights).

Solomon Avenue/Pegeen Place and surrounding area. Off 67 and Bradley. Approx. 75 homes are decorated across 3 neighborhood blocks. Nov. 26-Jan. 1, 5-10pm. www.jinglebellhill.com LOMITA, 92114 (near Lemon Grove), 689 Meadowbrook Drive. Off Jamacha Road. South of Lemon Grove. Many lights on home.

Santa and Mrs. Claus may be out to greet the week of Dec. 17-23.

LAKESIDE, 92040, off of Highway 67. Stars and string lights connect each home in this neighborhood display. Dec. 1-31, 5-10pm. www.facebook.com/lakesides.tinseltown OCEAN BEACH, 4729 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach. As the Olson family’s gift to the community, their home’s lights are synchronized to music (89.7 FM).

SAN CARLOS, 92119, Block of 7900 and 8000 Hillandale Dr. Off Mission Gorge and Deerfield. Many lights, plus tree on top of home.

SANTEE, 92071, Sunburst Santee. Tomel Court, off Magnolia. Many homes, Starlight Circle. Dec 1-30, dusk-10pm. Kettle corn and hot chocolate are available from Dec. 1-24. https://www.facebook. com/starlightcirclesantee SANTEE, 92071, 9835 Pebble Beach Drive. Displays on house and yard set up to music.

11/12-12/24 Photos w/ Santa at Westfield North County www.westfield.com/northcounty 11/12-1/2 Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld San Diego. www.seaworld.com/san-diego 11/20-21 Holiday Street Fair on South Coast Highway between D & J Street, Encinitas 9am-5pm. www.encinitasca.gov 11/20-1/2 Holidays at Legoland California Resort. www.legoland.com 11/26-28 Wild Holidays at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 4-8pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org/wildholidays 11/26-12/23 Jingle Terrace Park at Brengle Terrace Park, 6-10pm. www.cityofvista.com 12/1-31 Seas ‘n’ Greetings at Birch Aquarium, 9am-5pm. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu 12/2,5,12 Photos w/ Santa and Mrs. Claus at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 11am-2pm. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com 12/2 Holiday Tree Lighting & Gift Market on Pier View Way, 5-9pm. www.mainstreetoceanside.com 12/3 Holiday Tree Lighting at SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Oceanside. www.facebook.com/springhillsuitessandiegooceansidedt/ 12/3-5 December Nights at Balboa Park, 11am-10pm. www.sandiego.gov/december-nights 12/4 Breakfast with Santa at San Marcos Community Ctr, 7-11am. www.san-marcos.net 12/4 Makers Market in Carlsbad Village, 9am-4pm. www.carlsbad-village.com CARLSBAD, 92009, 7607 Romeria St. just off of La Costa Avenue.

Every year, there are more and more lights and decorations. Nice rock waterfall in the front yard and front bay window scene of Ski Slope and skiers.

LA COSTA, 92009, Circulo Sequoia Street in La Costa Oaks neighborhood. Many well-lit homes in this neighborhood near La Costa Canyon High School.

LA COSTA, 92009, Corintia and Unicornio. Drive around the neighborhood, especially toward the top of the hill, where streets have awesome home lighted displays.

ENCINITAS, 92024, Coast Hwy 101 at the Self Realization Fellowship Center (SRF). Overlooking Swamis Beach, the unique building structure is a beautiful sight to see all lit up.

OLIVENHAIN, 92024, Just off Rancho Santa Fe Road at 11th and Marisa. Many beautifully lit large homes. Tastefully decorated with lots of lights. One of the houses sometimes has a hot chocolate stand. Kids earned over $300 in one night with just “donations.”

OCEANSIDE, 92057, 3648 Esplanade St., Oceanside, Christmas at Ivey Glenn Community. Holiday lights synchronized to 89.9 FM. OCEANSIDE, 92056, 2329 Snead Drive, Oceanside. Animated Santa and Nativity Scene. Santa arrives by hot air balloon, nativity scene, animated elves, Santa village light display. Christmas scene in the garage.

OCEANSIDE, 92056, 1615 Quiet Hills Drive, Oceanside. Christmas on Quiet Hills. Lights synchronized to songs on 87.9FM. VISTA, 92083, Living Nativity at Lifeway Baptist Church. From Dec. 10-12, with a tree lighting, caroling, refreshments, and a fire pit on Dec. 11. www.lifewaychurchvista.com SAN MARCOS, 92069, 1639 Knob Hill. Off Nordahl Road between Tam O’ Shanter Drive and Augusta Drive. 23rd year of decorating.

90,000+ lights plus Carnival, North Pole, and Santa’s Wild Animal Park themes. Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 5-9pm. See Santa from 6:30-8pm on Dec. 10-23. www.christmasonknobhill.com SAN MARCOS 92078, San Elijo Hills Town Square. The community square at the fountain is beautifully lit and homes are festive with lots of lights and decorations.

ICE SKATING AND SNOW AROUND SAN DIEGO (Please check websites for changes) INDOOR ICE SKATING

SNOW FUN AND SKIING

SNOW NEAR AND AROUND SAN DIEGO

IceTown: 2283 Cosmos Court, Carlsbad 92011 (760) 893-8219 www.icetowncarlsbad.com UTC Ice Sports Center in Westfield UTC Shopping Centre: 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite E23, San Diego 92122 (858) 452-9110 www.utcice.com Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center: 6737 University Ave., San Diego CA 92115 (619) 287-5762 http://sd.kroccenter.org San Diego Ice Arena: 11048 Ice Skate Place, San Diego, CA 92126 (858) 530-1825 www.sdice.com

Santa’s Village in Skyforest, San Bernardino Mountains www.skyparkssantasvillage.com Snow Valley Mountain Resort Snow Play Area – Running Springs www.snow-valley.com Snow Drift Tubing Park – Running Springs www.snowdrift.net Big Bear Snow Play www.bigbearsnowplay.com Big Bear – Snow Summit www.bigbearmountainresort.com Mammoth Mountain www.mammothmountain.com June Mountain www.junemountain.com Lake Tahoe www.squawalpine.com

Cuyamaca Peak/Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (52 mi northeast of SD) www.parks.ca.gov Julian (60 mi northeast of SD) www.julianca.com Palomar Mountain State Park (77 mi northeast of SD) www.palomarsp.org Laguna Mountain/Sunrise Highway (55 mi east of SD) www.lagunamountain.com Pine Creek Wilderness (68 miles east of SD) www.fs.usda.gov

OUTDOOR ICE SKATING AND SNOW FUN Viejas Outlet Center across from Viejas Casino www. shopviejas.com Rady Children’s Ice Rink at Liberty Station www. radyfoundation.org Skating by the Sea at Hotel Del Coronado www.hoteldel.com SeaWorld Christmas Celebration www.seaworldsandiego.com

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TICKETMASTER SHOWS For more information, visit www.ticketmaster.com.

11/1 James Taylor with Jackson Browne at Pechanga Arena 11/4 Lauren Alaina at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 11/4 Florida Georgia Line at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 11/10 Baby Keem Presents: The Melodic Blue Tour at The Observatory North Park 11/10 Benny the Butcher at House of Blues San Diego 11/11 Elvis Costello and The Imposters at The Magnolia 11/12 Greer at The Observatory North Park 11/12 Luna Luna and Queen Naija at House of Blues San Diego 11/13 Rick Wakeman at The Magnolia 11/13 Grace Weber at House of Blues San Diego 11/14 Winnetka Bowling League at House of Blues San Diego 11/15 COIN: Rainbow Dreamland Tour at The Observatory North Park 11/15 Harry Styles at Pechanga Arena San Diego 11/16 The Aces at The Observatory North Park 11/16 Carpool Tunnel and Small Crush at House of Blues San Diego 11/17 91X Presents: lovelytheband and Sir Sly at The Observatory North Park 11/17 YOANDRI and Toosii at House of Blues San Diego 11/18 Live Nation and Casbah Present: 100 gecs: 10,000 gecs Tour at The Observatory 11/18 Rolling Loud and Live Nation Present: Sleepy Hallow: Still Sleep Tour at House of Blues 11/18 Gilberto Santa Rosa at The Magnolia 11/19 Granger Smith at House of Blues San Diego 11/19 Julieta Venegas at The Magnolia 11/20 Live Nation, Casbah, and 91X Present: beabadoobee at The Observatory North Park 11/20 Destroy Boys at House of Blues San Diego 11/20 The Mavericks with Brent Amaker and The Rodeo at The Magnolia 11/20-21 Audiotistic San Diego at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre 11/21 Kalan.FRFR: Two FR Tour at House of Blues San Diego 11/23 Lagwagon Celebrating Blaze with Red City Radio at The Observatory North Park 11/24 Lagwagon Celebrating Double Plaidinum with Red City Radio at The Observatory 11/24 Madison Beer: The Life Support Tour at House of Blues San Diego 11/27 SAINt JHN: In Case We Both Die Young Tour at House of Blues San Diego 11/28 Clinton Kane: I’M NOT TOXIC I SWEAR at House of Blues San Diego 11/29 Larry June: Orange Print Pollstar Tour at House of Blues San Diego 11/30 The Happy Fits at House of Blues San Diego 11/30 DJ Quik at The Observatory North Park 12/2 Ralph Castelli at House of Blues San Diego 12/3 Lanco: Honky-Tonk Hippies Tour and Troy Cartwright at House of Blues San Diego 12/3 Lindsey Buckingham at The Magnolia 12/4 Blue October at The Observatory North Park

12/4 Me First and The Gimme Gimmes and Alfie Templeman at House of Blues San Diego 12/5 Live Nation and Casbah Present: Courtney Barnett at The Observatory North Park 12/5 Pouya at House of Blues San Diego 12/6 Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, and Sara Watkins: Together in Concert at The Magnolia 12/7 La Oreja de Van Gogh: Un Susurro En La Tormenta Tour USA 2021 at House of Blues 12/7 Yung Gravy: Back in Business Tour at The Observatory North Park 12/8 The Locust at House of Blues San Diego 12/11 The Garden: Kiss My Super Bowl Ring Tour at The Observatory North Park 12/11 Secondhand Serenade: The Just Because You Sing Loud Tour at House of Blues 12/11 Jeffrey Osborne at The Magnolia 12/12 Live Nation and Belly Up Present: Lettuce at The Observatory North Park 12/13 CHVRCHES with special guest Donna Missal at The Observatory North Park 12/13 Jerry Paper at House of Blues San Diego 12/15 Atreyu: The Baptize Tour at House of Blues San Diego 12/16 Ones To Watch Presents: The Dead South: Served Cold Tour at House of Blues San Diego 12/17 Sebastian Bach: 30th Anniversary of Slave to the Grind at House of Blues San Diego 12/17 WAR at The Magnolia 12/18 Noah Kahan: I Was/I Am Tour at House of Blues San Diego 12/19 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: G Herbo at House of Blues San Diego 12/21 One Step Closer at House of Blues San Diego 12/30 Black Label Society: Doom Trooping Over North America at House of Blues San Diego 1/6 Badfish: Tribute to Sublime – 20 Year Anniversary Tour at House of Blues San Diego 1/11 D Smoke at House of Blues San Diego 1/13 Bryce Vine: Miss You A Little Tour at House of Blues San Diego 1/14 STRFKR at The Observatory North Park 1/15 Randy Rogers Band at House of Blues San Diego 1/18 Live Nation and Casbah Present: Washed Out at The Observatory North Park 1/17 Still Woozy with Wallice: If This Isn’t Nice Tour at The Observatory North Park 1/19 iDKHOW Presents: The Thought Reform Tour at House of Blues San Diego 1/20 The Life and Music of George Michael at The Magnolia 1/25 Eric Nam: There and Back Again World Tour at The Observatory North Park 1/27 Live Nation and Belly Up Present: An Evening with Goose at The Observatory North Park 1/28 Steve Vai: Inviolate Tour at The Magnolia 1/28 An Evening with Allen Stone at House of Blues San Diego 1/28 Circa Survive: Blue Sky Noise Anniversary Tour at The Observatory North Park 5/26 New Kids on the Block MixTape Tour with Salt N Pepa, En Vogue and Rick Astley at Viejas Arena

11/9 Reckless Kelly, 8pm 11/10 David Grisman’s Dawg Trio with Danny Barnes and Samson Grisman, 7:30pm 11/11 Five for Fighting with String Quartet, 8pm* 11/12-13 Brett Dennen, 9pm 11/14 Cory Wong and the Wongnotes feat.

Antwaun Stanley, 8pm 11/15 Ultravox’s Midge Ure Solo, 8pm 11/16 Lucero, 8pm* 11/17 John Craigie, 8pm 11/18 The Movement, 8pm 11/19 The Movement, 9pm 11/20 Pine Mountain Logs, 9pm 11/22-23 Dawes, 8pm 11/24 Yachtley Crew, 9pm 11/26 Fortunate Youth, 9pm 11/27 The Greyboy Allstars, 8:30pm 11/28 The Last Waltz with Mrs. Henry and friends, 7pm 11/30 Laura Marling, 8pm 12/2 The Reverend Horton Heat, 8pm 12/3 Queen Nation, 9pm* 12/5 Our Lady Peace, 8pm 12/7 Venice, 8pm

12/8 Leonid and friends performing the music of Chicago, 8pm* 12/9 An Evening with Robert Cray Band, 8pm 12/11 Marc Broussard, 9pm 12/12 The Slackers, 8pm 12/13-14 Thievery Corporation, 8pm 12/16 Gin Blossoms, 8pm 12/17 Gin Blossoms, 9pm 12/20-22 Men At Work, 8pm 12/28-29 Donavon Frankenreiter, 8pm 12/30 Grateful Shred, 9pm 12/31 Tribal Seeds, 9:30pm 1/1 Tribal Seeds, 9pm 1/2 Tribal Seeds, 8pm 1/6 Tommy Castro and The Painkillers, 7:30pm 1/9 Shannon + The Clams, 9pm 1/14 Wild Child, 9pm 1/20 Sammy Rae and The Friends, 8pm 1/21-22 The English Beat, 9pm (1/22 is sold out) 1/24 Joan Osborne and The Weepies, 8pm 1/26 Anais Mitchell and Bonny Light Horseman, 8pm 1/27 All Them Witches, 8pm *Sold out show

Belly Up Tavern is at 143 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach 92075.

Call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

San Diego Symphony at The Rady Shell Noel, Noel December 10-12, 5pm San Diego Symphony’s original holiday concert features carols and sing-alongs in a story that captures the spirit of Christmas in San Diego. The performance is conducted by Ted Sperling, directed by Jonathan Gilmer, and written by Mabelle Reynoso.

Disney’s “The Muppet Christmas Carol Live in Concert” December 18, 5pm Families can enjoy a retelling of the classic Charles Dickens holiday story, “A Christmas Carol,” as presented by Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and friends. The San Diego Symphony accompanies the film with live music, conducted by Susie Benchasil Seiter. The score includes original songs composed by Miles Goodman and award-winning songwriter Paul Williams.

Disney’s “Frozen” December 22, 5pm The holiday season concludes with a special performance of the music from “Frozen,” and a simultaneous screening of the wintry film. The score includes songs such as “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” “First Time in Forever,” and “Let It Go.” The performance is conducted by Susie Benchasil Seiter.

Tickets range from $25-$95, with an additional $10 for front row premium seats in the Parkside and Bridgeview sections at the Noel, Noel concert. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park is located at 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. For more information, visit www.theshell.org.

Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade December 28, 10am

Viejas Arena 12/4 Christian Nodal 1/19 Tool + Blonde Redhead 3/18-20 NCAA March Madness 5/26 New Kids On The Block Plus all SDSU Aztec Basketball home games!

Viejas Arena is located at 5500 Canyon Crest Drive, San Diego 92182. Visit https:// as.sdsu.edu/viejas_arena/events

Known as “America’s Largest Balloon Parade,” the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade features a procession of world-class marching bands, drill teams, floats, and enormous balloons. It takes place at 10am on December 28. The San Diego Bay provides a backdrop for the parade, as it travels through the downtown streets.

Each year, the parade draws a crowd of more than 100,000 spectators, in addition to a nationwide television audience.

The parade is free for spectators, but grandstand seats with a better view are also available for purchase. For more information, visit www.holidaybowl.com.

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Live lOCAL MUSIC Le Papagayo Carlsbad

Balboa Theatre Music

Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill

11/10 Raynaldo 11/11 Triple Shot 11/12 John Bennett 11/13 Keefer and Rob 11/14 Jimmy Patton 11/15 Tim Atkins 11/16 Ben Powell 11/17 Raynaldo 11/18 We The Commas 11/19 Backwater Blues Band 11/20 John Bennett 11/21 Rheanna Downey 11/22 Whit Aadland 11/23 Clay Colton 11/24 Steve Orr 11/26 Swingin’ Johnsons 11/27 LAE 11/28 Shook 11/29 Sierra Marin 11/30 Jeff Moore Le Papagayo Carlsbad is located at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad. For more information, call (442) 333-9090 or visit www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com.

11/10 Leonidas Kavakos and Yuja Wang, 8pm

11/8 Open Mic with Jay Cain, 9pm 11/9 Karaoke, 9pm 11/12 The Travel Agents, 9pm 11/13 Electric Blue Band, 9pm 11/14 Mark Lessman Jazz Jam, 6pm 11/15 Open Mic with Jay Cain, 9pm 11/16 Karaoke, 9pm 11/19 Black Cherry Lightnin’, 9pm 11/20 Custard Pie, 9pm 11/26 Octane and Subsurfer, 9pm 11/27 Soundvault, 9pm 12/3 The Whole Shabang, 9pm 12/4 The 8 East Band, 9pm 12/10 Branded Country Band, 9pm 12/11 Equinox, 9pm 12/17 Jon Campos and The Incurables, 9pm 12/18 Cadillac Fringe, 9pm 1/14 Sonic Tonic, 9pm 1/15 Custard Pie, 9pm 1/22 Reflectors, 9pm 1/29 The Whole Shabang, 9pm Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas.

For more information, call (760) 753-7192 or visit www. peabodysrocks.com.

Le Papagayo Leucadia 11/10 Gregory Michaels 11/11 Steve Orr 11/12 Keefer and Rob 11/13 Backwater Blues Band 11/14 Sierra Marin 11/15 Whit Aadland 11/16 Clay Colton 11/17 Rheanna Downey 11/18 Jack Attack 11/19 Jay Cain 11/20 Johnny C 11/21 Jimmy Patton 11/22 Tim Atkins 11/23 Ben Powell 11/24 Tyler Ray 11/26 Cody Carter 11/27 Swingin’ Johnsons 11/28 Greenflash 11/29 Steve Orr 11/30 John Bennett Le Papagayo is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. For more information, call (760) 944-8252 or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

Solterra Winery and Kitchen 11/12 Rheanna Downey 11/13 John Bennett 11/14 John Lowery 11/19 Lou Shook 11/20 Clinton Prager 11/21 Cam Radke 11/26 John Bennett 11/27 Peter Hall 11/28 Billy Fedak 12/3 Rheanna Downey 12/4 Clinton Prager 12/5 Mike Slayen 12/10 John Bennett 12/11 Lou Shook 12/12 John Evans 12/17 Peter Hall 12/18 Clinton Prager 12/19 John Lowery 12/26 Billy Fedak Solterra Winery and Kitchen is located at 934 N. Coast Highway 101, Leucadia. For more information, call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

12/8 Mariachi Sol De Mexico: A Merry-Achi Christmas, 7:30pm 12/11-12 Jingle presented by San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus, 8pm (12/11) and 3pm (12/12) 12/14 Pink Martini featuring China Forbes, 8pm 12/16 Béla Fleck, 8pm 12/31 The Sweet Caroline Tour starring Jay White, 7:30pm 1/8 Benise, 8pm 1/21 Tommy Emmanuel, CGP with special guest Yasmin Williams, 8pm 1/22 Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis, 8pm 2/3 Beth Hart, 7:30pm Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego.

For more information, visit www.sandiegotheatres.org.

Ki’s Restaurant 11/12 Babylon Rockers, 7-9pm 11/19 Peter Sprague, 7-9pm 12/16 Peter Pupping and William Wilson, 7-9pm 1/7 Patrick Berrogain 1/14 Peter Pupping Trio 1/21 Peter Sprague Trio Ki’s Restaurant is located at 2591 S. Coast Highway 101, Cardiff. For more information, call (760) 436-5236 or visit www.kisrestaurant.com

The Landings at Carlsbad 11/10 Jim Gibson, 5-7:30pm 11/12 Driving the Bus, 6-9pm 11/13 Gone Blonde, 6-9pm 11/14 Road Trippers, 11am-2pm 11/17 Jim Gibson, 5-7:30pm 11/18 Raynaldo Martine, 5-8pm 11/19 Debra Sweet Cher Tribute, 6-9pm 11/20 Fleetwood Max, 6-9pm 11/21 Jackson Patrick, 11am-2pm 11/24 Jim Gibson, 5-7:30pm 11/25 Raynaldo Martine, 5-6pm 11/26 Billy Nation: Billy Joel Tribute, 6-9pm 11/27 Custard Pie, 6-9pm The Landings at Carlsbad is located at 2198 Palomar Airport Road, McClellan-Palomar Airport, Carlsbad. Music schedule is subject to change. For more information, call (760) 929-0200 or visit www.carlsbadlandings.com.

1st Street Bar 11/12 Tyler Ray, 6-9pm 11/13 Tsunami Soundwaves, 6-9pm 11/18 Drivin’ the Bus, 9pm-12am 11/20 Cold Craft, 1-4pm; Yovi, 5-8pm 11/21 Sonic Tonic, 5-8pm 11/27 Lord of the Satellite and Whiskey Dick Rebellion, 6-9pm 12/2 Cadillac Fringe, 9pm-12am 12/4 Valley Sons feat. former members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, 6-9pm 12/16 Wag Halen, 9pm-12am 12/23 Echo Puppets, 9pm-12am 1st Street Bar is located at 656 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. For more information, call (760) 944-0233 or visit www.1ststreetbar.com.

Pechanga Arena San Diego 11//1 James Taylor 11/13 Porter Robinson, 7pm 11/15 Harry Styles, 8pm 12/4 Freestyle Explosion Holiday Jam, 7:30pm 12/9-10 Jo Koy, 8pm Pechanga Arena San Diego is located at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. For more information, call (619) 224-4171 or visit www.pechangaarenasd.com.

My Yard Live 11/12 Gingsu, 5:30-8:30pm 11/13 Cyren, 5:30-8:30pm 11/14 All Vinyl Reggae (with Fady), 3-6pm 11/19 Horseshoe Lucky Band, 5:30-8:30pm 11/20 FreeMartin, 5:30-8:30pm 11/21 Rio Peligroso, 3-6pm 11/26 Bell Pepperz, 5:30-8:30pm 11/28 Evan Diamond, 3-6pm 12/3 Vulcan Mountain Boys 12/4 The Smoking Guns 12/5 Mickie Arnett Duo, 3-6pm 12/12 All Vinyl Reggae (with Fady), 3-6pm My Yard Live is located at 288 Rancheros Drive, San Marcos. For more information, call (760) 798-0779 or visit www.myyardlive.com.

The Saddle Bar 11/11 The No Showz (Darryl Brown) Via Text, 9:30pm-12:30am 11/18 All Men Are Brothers, 9:30pm-12:30am 12/2 Bonneville 7, 9:30pm-12:30am 12/9 Ron Houston and the Berry Pickers, 9:30pm-12:30am 12/16 Mickie Arnett Band, 9:30pm-12:30am The Saddle Bar is located at 123 W. Plaza St., Solana Beach. For more information, call (858) 755-5007 or visit www.thesaddlebar.com.

California Center for The Arts, Escondido November 20: Flamenco Arana: Viva El Flamenco November 21: Coastal Cities Jazz Band December 1: Irish Christmas in America December 10: Carols by Candelight December 31: Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack January 20: An Intimate Evening with David Foster January 22: The Edwards Twins January 25: Itzhak Perlman January 30: Jesse Cook California Center for the Arts, Escondido is located at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido. For more information, call (800) 988-4253 or visit www.artcenter.org.

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Mexican Holiday Tamale Directory

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish passed down from generations dating back to the Aztecs and are a popular dish during Christmas and the holiday season.

Making tamales is labor intensive and an act of love.

Masa (corn meal) is the outer portion and is usually wrapped in a corn husk. The insides can be filled with chicken, pork, beef, and many other fillings.

San Marcos Patron 204 W San Marcos Bl, San Marcos Wonderful tamales for $2.49 ea. and special Oaxacan-style tamales for $2.69 ea. (760) 736-0086 Nachos 681 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. (760) 471-0797 Mr. Taco 342 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., #141 (760) 410-1396 Carlsbad Casa de Bandini (chicken, chili and cheese, glutenfree option) 1901 Calle Barcelona (760) 634-3443 Pollos Maria Tamales special for the holidays! 3055 Harding Street (760) 729-4858 Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant 2968 State Street (760) 729-8565 Lolas 7 Up Market Deli 3292 Roosevelt Street (760) 434-2191

Solana Beach Tony’s Jacal (turkey, pork) Famous for their turkey tamales!

621 Valley Ave. (858) 755-2274 Fidel’s Little Mexico (pork) 607 Valley Ave. (760) 755-5292 Escondido Tamales Jovita (all kinds) Must call ahead! Busiest time of year. 158 W. Grand Ave. (760) 470-2547

Café Rosarita – 1816 Oceanside Blvd #A (760) 722-6224 Colimas Mexican Restaurant (beef, chicken) – 308 Pier View Way (760) 439-4045 Encinitas El Nopalito Market 560 Santa Fe Drive (760) 436-5775 Bety’s Tacos (pork, chicken, cheese) (760) 519-7074 La Especial Norte 664 N. Coast Highway 101 (760) 942-1040 Poway Lienzo Charro (beef) 12511 Poway Rd. (858) 486-4644 Rancho Peñasquitos Cotija’s Mexican Grill (beef) 9335 Paseo Montalban (858) 538-5543 Rancho Bernardo Cotija’s Taco Shop (chicken) 17090 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 124 (858) 487-7973

La Tapatia (pork) 340 W. Grand Ave. (760) 747-8282 El Tejate (pork, chicken) 205 W. Mission Ave. (760) 747-1808 Oceanside Pollos Maria Tamales made special for the holidays! 125 Old Grove Rd. (760) 435-9071

Vista Oaxacaquena y Panadera (chicken) 1275 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite #108 (760) 945-9442 Tortilleria Los Reyes (pork, chicken, chili and cheese) 218 Main St. (760) 941-5041

O’side Turkey Trot November 25 For 16 years, the O’side Turkey Trot has been a favorite North County tradition on Thanksgiving morning. It has been recognized as one of the top trots by “Runner’s World Magazine” and the “Los Angeles Times.”

It is also one of the largest teams competitions. This year’s presenting sponsors are Tri-City Medical Center and My Brighter Side, a boutique for women with cancer.

The annual race benefits schools and nonprofits that serve Oceanside residents.

The Turkey Trot offers many different race options for the entire family, including 1/5-mile, 1-mile, 5-mile and 5K course options. The trot has one of the most beautiful courses in the country, with at least 2 miles of ocean views and crashing waves.

Runners leave the Oceanside Civic Center and follow a downhill route that finishes near Oceanside Pier. There

is live entertainment on the course. Runners are encouraged to participate in a costume contest at 9:45am on the amphitheater’s main stage.

All participants receive a finishers medal, a T-shirt, a certificate, free digital photos, a bib number with timing, and virtual coupons. Awards are presented by age group in two categories—residents of Oceanside and non-residents. A convenient beachside packet pick-up expo takes place at the Jr. Seau Beach Community Center on November 23 and 24. Registration is also available online and on the day of the event, beginning at 6am in the Oceanside Civic Center parking lot. Oceanside Civic Center is located at 300 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside. For registration and more information, visit www.osideturkeytrot.com. Photos courtesy of Rich Cruse.

San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) Holiday Bowl December 28, 5pm The winners of two of college football’s most competitive conferences go head-to-head in the annual San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) Holiday Bowl on December 28. There are many “firsts” for the decades-old annual game this year.

For the first time, the Holiday Bowl debuts a new Power-5 matchup of top teams from the Pac-12 and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). As SDCCU Stadium has been dismantled to begin construction on San Diego State University’s new football stadium, the game moves to Petco Park this year as well. It is also the first time that it will air on broadcast television since its inception in 1978. The game starts at 5pm.

Holiday Bowl festivities begin on December 27, with

the Bowl Bash at 5pm in the Gaslamp District.

The Holiday Bowl 5K Run/Walk along North Harbor Drive kicks off game day at 9:45am, followed by the Holiday Bowl Parade through the bayside streets of downtown San Diego at 10am. More than 100,000 street-side spectators and a nationwide TV audience will enjoy floats, marching bands, drill teams, and a procession of enormous balloons. Petco Park is located at 100 Park Blvd., San Diego.

For more information, visit www.holidaybowl.com.

San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival and Grand Tasting Event November 11-14 Truly San Diego’s premier wine and food festival and named as the Best General Food Festival by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award Contest, the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival features an extraordinary week of dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wines, craft beers and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally recognized celebrities at several venues throughout San Diego. The week-long festival of wine, food and culture runs from November 11 to 14, with a Grand Tasting extravaganza on November 14 on Embarcadero Marina Park North along the boat harbor inlet.

Attendees will eat and sip for hours while watching sailboats and yachts cruise by and with an exquisite San Diego City skyline as a backdrop.

The festival celebrates San Diego’s vibrant culinary community with gourmet dining experiences, tastings, wine

and cooking classes, expeditions and educational panels. There are tantalizing tastes from over 60 restaurants and 30 gourmet food companies and more than 700 wine and beer selections from domestic and international wineries. Celebrated national chefs, local culinary rock stars, winemakers and brew masters, authors, sommeliers and mixologists all come together for this festival.

Recent chefs have included the best of the best, including: Bernard Guillas from The Marine Room, Chad White from Zona Blanca, Dakota Weiss from Sweetfin Poke, Gale Gand from TRU and Mike Arquines from Mostra Coffee.

For tickets and more information, visit www.sandiegowineclassic.com.

Farmers Insurance Open – PGA Golf Tour at Torrey Pines January 26-29 The Farmers Insurance Open returns to La Jolla’s scenic Torrey Pines Golf Course with some new schedule changes for 2022. The tournament takes place from January 26-29, making it the only PGA Tour event to end on a Saturday.

It is the 69th year that a golf tournament has been held in San Diego, and the 12th year that the tournament has been sponsored by Farmer’s Insurance. Past champions include three-time winner Phil Mickelson, two-time winner Arnold Palmer, and seven-time champion Tiger Woods. The reigning champion of 2020 is Marc Leishman.

Spectators can expect to see four days of amazing tournament play, mixed with special events and offerings throughout the week. Tee times have also been adjusted to include later start times, with play ending around 4pm Wednesday and Thursday and 5pm Friday and Saturday.

The later tee times allow for more creative special events for fans, clients, and sponsors than ever before.

Torrey Pines Golf Course is located at 11480 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla. Visit www.farmersinsuranceopen.com.

Natural Grass Driving Range and 18-Hole Par-3 Golf Course in Carlsbad Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course is an 18-Hole Par-3 Golf Course and Driving Range in Carlsbad. Tucked into the hills just north of El Camino Real and College Boulevard, the location is a unique experience with a challenging Par-3 golf course. There is also a driving range that allows golfers to drive off of natural grass. Located on the north side of the golf course, it is the perfect place to work on a golf swing.

Rancho Carlsbad also offers golf lessons, clinics, PGA Junior Golf Camps and footGolf. FootGolf is a new sport that combines the precision of golf with the energy and fun of soccer. The goal of footGolf is to get a soccer ball with the lowest possible number of kicks from marked tees into a hole. It is played like a traditional golf game, but with a soccer ball and a person’s foot.

Golfers can finish the day with a stop at the pro shop and 19th Hole Deli for a beer or glass of wine and a sandwich, burger or hot dog. Happy Hour is every day from 1 to 4pm.

For $15, golfers receive a large bucket of balls and a beer of choice. Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club is located at 5200 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. For more information, call (760) 438-1772 or visit www.ranchocarlsbadgolf.com

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NEW YEAR’S EVE Dining And Party Directory (Please check website to confirm details) Le Papagayo – Leucadia and Carlsbad Celebrate 2022 with live music and a special menu at Le Papagayo. Both the Leucadia and Carlsbad locations are open until midnight for dining, and reservations are recommended for dinner seatings. Le Papagayo Leucadia is located at 1002 N. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas. Call (760) 944-8252 or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com. Le Papagayo Carlsbad is located at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad. Call (442) 333-9090 or visit www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com.

Mr. Peabody’s Always a rockin’ NYE celebration with live music or DJ, full bar, and great food.

No cover. Come and party and ring in 2022 with family, friends, and neighbors!

Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 7537575 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com WildWood Crossing & Cantina Ring in the New Year with live music and enjoy a prix-fix menu, flowing drinks from their full bar, and party favors. Make your reservations for a memorable evening and start 2022 off right. Wildwood Crossing is located at 116 Civic Center Dr., Vista 92084. Call (760) 758-1513 or visit www.wildwoodcrossing.net.

My Yard Live Sure to be an amazing night to remember, ring in the New Year with fun festivities at My Yard Live. The party includes a combination of live performances from bands, DJs spinning beats, excellent food and drink specials, including MYL craft brewed beers. Kid friendly with playground, leisure and arcade games.

Shoot some pool, play air hockey, or take your NYE photo in their Photo Booth!

Make dining reservations early! My Yard Live is located at 288 Rancheros Drive, San Marcos 92069. Call 760-798-0779 or visit www.myyardlive.com.

Belly Up NYE drinks and reggae vibes will set the atmosphere at Belly Up on New Year’s Eve, as Tribal Seeds takes the stage through January 2. The show starts at 9pm.

Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. Ages 21 and up. Call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

Solterra Winery Make your NYE dining reservations early for an amazing night of fun with family, friends, and neighbors. Enjoy award-winning wines while listening to live music until the 2022 midnight toast. Enjoy a special NYE menu along with tapas, flatbread, cheese and olive boards, and salads. Solterra Winery is located at 934 N Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia 92008. Call 760-230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Celebrate in style and toast to 2022 with their Great Gatsby-themed New Year’s Eve event at Ember & Rye, located at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, in Carlsbad. This exclusive holiday event will feature live music, late night bites handcrafted by our culinary team, and elevated libations. You don’t want to miss this event!

This event is reserved for guests 21 years and older. For details and reservations, please call (760) 448-1234 or visit parkhyattaviara.com Legoland California Resort San Diego’s largest children’s New Year’s Eve celebration, Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party features live music, a New Year’s Eve countdown, and an early fireworks display at Legoland California Resort. The park closes at 7pm. Call (760) 918-5436 or visit www.legoland.com.

California Center for the Arts Escondido Celebrate the New Year in style at California Center for the Arts Escondido’s Cocktail Hour: The Songs of The Rat Pack. The performances, which take place at 6pm and 10pm, celebrate the songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.. Cocktail Hour features the vocal stylings of Patrick Barnitt, Joshua Cavanaugh, Matt Forbes, and Michael Washington, along with a live 10-piece big band orchestra. For tickets, visit www.artcenter.org.

Ki’s Restaurant Ki’s offers a special three-course dinner for New Year’s Eve. Their kitchen serves natural and fresh cuisine, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Great food and flowing drinks. Ki’s Restaurant is located at 2591 S. Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff. Call (760) 436-5236 or visit www.kisrestaurant.com.

Venetos Cucina Italiana Enjoy a glass of Champagne and ring in the New Year with Pino, owner of Venetos. Make your NYE dining reservations as soon as possible. Seating is limited. Enjoy Venetos signature authentic Italian cuisine on this very special night. Venetos is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call 760-722-1228 or visit www.venetoscucunaitaliana.com.

En Fuego Cantina & Grill Make your dining reservations now and celebrate 2022 NYE with us at En Fuego. Full bar, lively music, and great Mexican food near the beach in Del Mar. Located at 1342 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 92014. Call (858) 792-6551 or visit www.Facebook.com/EnFuegoDelMar Casa de Bandini Join the Fiesta with family and friends at Casa de Bandini on New Year’s Eve! Enjoy authentic traditional and inventive Mexican cuisine along with giantsize birdbath Margaritas in a very festive and colorful atmosphere. Located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad 92009. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www. casadebandini.com located at The Forum.

Big Night San Diego at Hilton Bayfront From 9pm to 2am on New Year’s Eve, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hosts eight party areas, eight dance floors, a first-class buffet, and a huge midnight celebration to count down to 2022. The hottest party bands and DJs provide entertainment, and each ticket includes drinks and party favors. Hotel rooms are also discounted for those who wish to stay right at the party. Hilton Bayfront is located at 1 Park Blvd., San Diego. For tickets, visit www.bignightsandiego.com.

Music Box Celebrate the New Year with amazing drinks and entertainment by The Motet with special guest Collin Miller. The show starts at 9:30pm. Music Box is located at 1337 India St., San Diego. Call (619) 795-1337 or visit www.musicboxsd.com.

Pour House New Year’s Eve revelers can count down to 2022 with live music and a midnight champagne toast. From 8pm to 12am, local songstress Kimmi Bitter and her band will treat guests to a special performance. Tickets are $25 per person.

Pour House is located at 1903 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside 92054. Call (760) 730-5944 or visit www.pourhouseoceanside.com.

1st Street Bar Party at 1st Street Bar this New Year’s Eve with flowing drinks all night and live entertainment. 1st Street Bar is located at 656 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas.

Visit www.1ststreetbar.com.

Vintana Wine + Dine NYE Celebration Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a winter wonderland at Vintana Wine + Dine. This year’s themed event features a 3-course pre-fixed menu and a festive photo booth. For reservations, call (760) 745-7777. Vintana is located at 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido. Visit www.dinevintana.com.

333 Pacific Dine in style at 333 Pacific with a 3-course meal, beginning with amuse-bouche, oysters, and cocktail specials. Main course features options such as braised short ribs, hickory brined pork belly roulade, and scallops. For dessert, choose from a wide selection of sweet treats, including chocolate espresso mousse cake. Cost is $74.95 a person. For reservations, call (760) 433-3333. 333 Pacific is located at 333 N Pacific St, Oceanside. www.333pacific.com House of Blues COLORS Worldwide presents R&B Only Live at House of Blues San Diego. The New Year’s Eve performance takes revelers on a journey through R&B music from past to present. The party starts at 8:15pm. It is for ages 21 and up.

Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their best, as there will be photo opportunities throughout the night. House of Blues is located at 1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego. Call (619) 299-2583 or visit www.houseofblues.com/sandiego.

Valley View Casino and Hotel Valley View Casino and Hotel features daytime and nighttime festivities to count down to 2022. Stop by for delicious food and stay to experience the gaming thrills of all the slots and table games. There is free live entertainment at the Main Stage Bar. Valley View Casino and Hotel is located at 16300 Nyemii Pass Road, Valley Center. Call (760) 291-5500 or visit www.valleyviewcasino.com.

Hotel Del Coronado Ring in 2022 with all the glitz and glamour at the New Year’s Eve Gala. The Crown and Coronet Room transforms into a roaring ‘20s speakeasy, complete with dancing, a live DJ, food stations, an open bar, and a performance from The Mighty Untouchables. There is also a champagne toast at midnight. Hotel Del Coronado is located at 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. Call (619) 522-8490 or visit www.hoteldel.com.

NYE Party at Hard Rock Hotel Hard Rock Hotel San Diego welcomes in the New Year with a rooftop soiree under the stars on its expansive Woodstock Entertainment deck. From 9pm to 2am, the party features DJ entertainment, dancing, plenty of champagne, and endless glamour. For table reservations, email ars@hardrockhotelsd.com.

NYE at FLUXX Ring in the New Year at FLUXX, the Gaslamp’s nightlife venue showcasing intimate live music performances by the hottest artists and top-tier DJs. FLUXX is at 500 4th Ave., San Diego. Call (619) 232-8100 or visit www.fluxxsd.com.

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RANCHO SANTA FE PLAZA ~ Browse, Shop, Dine Harvest Ranch Market It’s all about the holidays at Rancho Santa Fe Plaza’s anchor, Harvest Ranch Market. Harvest Ranch is a purveyor of fine foods, gourmet deli meats, poultry, seafood, salads, organic fruit and produce, international cheeses, wines and products of the world. They prepare Holiday Dinners in store for you to pick up the day before the holiday or on the day of the holiday. For their Turkey Dinner Packages they offer both Heat & Serve and Oven-Ready options. Heat & Serve are precooked, and just require reheating. Please give them at least 2-3 days lead time on all orders if possible. Call the store for more details Locally owned and operated, Harvest Ranch features a fullservice butcher shop with premium Brandt Beef and Snake River Farms Idaho Kobe Beef, midwestern pork, milk-fed veal, Colorado lamb, fresh air-chilled chicken and sushi-grade sea-

food. Their deli kitchens specialize in all natural, made-fromscratch, restaurant quality foods and a sandwich deli featuring Boar’s Head Brand deli meats and cheeses and a wide selection of homemade salads. They offer sandwiches, salads and bakery items daily. They have online ordering through their website deli page using GrubHub, and deliver to your home or office. The produce department features a variety of organic and local produce, as well as imported produce from South America.

The wine department is second to none and each store has a team of experienced wine connoisseurs. They offer full service catering for all occasions, inclusive of any items from their store. Delivery options are also available to the greater Rancho Santa Fe and Encinitas areas. Harvest Ranch Market is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road,

Encinitas 92024. Visit www.harvestranchmarkets.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Original Pancake House The Original Pancake House is a third generation restaurant that originated in Portland, Oregon. Their signature breakfast dishes include The Dutch Baby, Mushroom Omelet with mushroom sherry sauce, and their Apple Pancakes. They’ve been the locals’ choice for the ultimate breakfast in San Diego ever since they opened their first franchise in San Diego in 1979. They are located in Encinitas, Vista, San Diego, Kearney Mesa, Poway and Temecula.

Their world famous original recipes are inspired from all over the world, and incorporate the very finest ingredients, such as USDA AA grade butter, pure 36% whipping cream, fresh grade AA eggs, hard wheat unbleached flour, and their own homemade

sourdough starter recipe. Their batters and sauces are made fresh daily in each restaurant’s kitchen; and their coffee is their own special blend. Try the Original Pancake House’s special thick sliced bacon and their amazing omelets. We highly recommend their gourmet cherry Kijafa crepes. If you’ve never tried The Original Pancake House, you’re long overdue; and if you’re already a regular, then you know what we’re talking about. Experience the flavor, the atmosphere, the attention to quality and service, and the ultimate breakfast favorite for San Diegans for over 35 years.

The Original Pancake House is located in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 160 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 9431939 or visit www.originalpancakehouse.com.

Firenze Trattoria Firenze is celebrating their 26th anniversary this year. They are winners of the Diners Choice Award from Open Table and have won numerous awards over the years, including Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and Best Italian by Ranch and Coast. Their longevity speaks volumes about their cuisine and service. As owner/restaurateur, Barry Podwell, explains, “We don’t have the luxury of having spectacular ocean views like so many restaurants along the coast, so our food has to be very good to keep us here all these years.” It’s true. Firenze Trattoria may not have the ocean, but it certainly does have spectacular food.

Firenze Trattoria’s authentic Italian cuisine evokes the romance and flavors of Italy’s Tuscany coast. The menu includes an extensive lineup of local favorites with too many to list; but we especially recommend their signature Lasagne Firenze. Every Italian

restaurant boasts about their lasagna, but this one is truly special.

It’s hard to see the layers of ricotta cheese, a mixture of beef, chicken, and sausage, fresh Roma tomato, mushroom, and parmesan atop marinara sauce, because it’s completely covered with a very light and creamy béchamel sauce. It’s absolutely delicious.

Other recommended dishes include: Calamari Fritti Antipasti, with lightly battered, deep fried calamari served with piquant marinara sauce; Risotto Portofino, grilled jumbo shrimp served with artichoke hearts and asparagus, surrounding a center mound of risotto. From Filet Mignon al Casino to Butternut Squash Ravioli, you just can’t miss.

Happy Hour is 4-6:30pm Mon-Sun with a popular discounted bar menu for food, wine, cocktails, and beer. Mondays offer 1/2 off bottles of wine. They will be open NYE and will be lively.

Please call ahead to confirm. Firenze Trattoria is located at 162

Meritage Wine Market and Tasting Room Whether you are looking to give that perfect holiday gift, or need a great bottle of wine or Champagne for dinner, Meritage is known for its exemplary customer service and personal touch.

Meritage is actively involved with multiple charity organizations and events, including Make-A-Wish San Diego and their annual Wine & Wishes Tasting Event. They have won multiple awards over the past sixteen years, including “Best Wine Shop in San Diego.” They opened in 2002 and have evolved into a multi-level wine experience.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm, the staff at Meritage Wine Market is ready to help you find the perfect

bottle of wine or Champagne this holiday season. Meritage invites you to stop in and enjoy tasting a selection of 16 different wines from their Enomatic Wine Tasting Machines, while relaxing on their outdoor patio. Weekly tastings are themed and held every Friday night from 6 to 8pm and include 6 different wines from all over the world for you to enjoy. Meritage presents intimate wine seminars and dinners in their private Cellar Room several times a month, in addition to hosting a wine school. Ask about their Wine of the Month Club. Meritage is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 479-2500 or visit their website at www.meritagewinemarket.com.

Champagne French Bakery Café Champagne has been serving a fusion of modern and traditional French cuisine since 1987 and has locations in Del Mar Highlands, Encinitas, and Carmel Mountain. Using local, fresh ingredients, and crafting authentic cuisine has contributed to their success and allows them to offer a growing number of quality French dishes, and baked goods for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a variety of traditional desserts.

They have an assortment of coffees, teas, breads, pastries, cakes, tarts, cookies, sandwiches, salads and soups. They are famous for their pastries, including a variety of croissants, custard brioche, cinnamon roll, raisin scone (one of our favorites), and orange cranberry muffin. Desserts include such delights as: Napoleon, which is a crispy puffed pastry layered with vanilla

cream and topped with fondant and chocolate; crème brulee; vanilla éclair; bread pudding; and chocolate dipped strawberries.

They also serve cakes, tarts, and cookies. One of our favorites is their raspberry cookie, which is two soft cookies sandwiched with raspberry preserves and half is dipped in dark chocolate.

Try Champagne French Bakery Café for lunch under an umbrella in front of the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza clock tower and fountain.

Sandwiches include a wonderful assortment of French Dip, Turkey Florentine Panini, Turkey Brie Panini, and Chicken Pesto. They also serve delicious salads and soups. Champagne Bakery is in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza next to Harvest Ranch Market at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9446 or visit www.champagnebakery.com.

South Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9000 or visit www.firenzetrattoria.com.

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Buy any Punch Edibles and get one for $0.01

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Buy a VET CBD Product and get one for $0.01 While supplies last, cannot combine with other discounts or promotions, and select strains/ flavors for the BOGO

Buy any Sublime Fuzzies Preroll and get a half gram Fuzzies for $0.01

Buy any Dr. Norm’s edible and get one for $0.01

While supplies last, cannot combine with other discounts or promotions, and select strains/flavors for the BOGO

While supplies last, cannot combine with other discounts or promotions, and select strains/flavors for the BOGO

1275 S. Santa Fe Ave. #101, Vista, CA

Call (760) 295-0755

Must present ad at time of purchase. Cannot combine with other offers, discounts, or promotions.

Select strains/flavors apply. While supplies last. c10-0000769-LIC

Veteran Owned