SUN Holiday Guide 2017/2018

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PRIMP AND PLACE:The trick to putting ribbon in a tree is to weave it between the branches, so you can’t tell where one piece ends and the next begins.

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Christmas obsession

PHOTOS BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

When it comes to filling a house with holiday cheer, it’s all about excess and magic by camillia lanham

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ou have to start with a Hallmark Christmas movie,” Leigh Collier says without a trace of irony in her voice.

She laughs as I audibly groan, a moment that describes our friendship perfectly.

On this particular Monday at the end of October, Marry Me at Christmas kicks it all off. It’s a new release, fresh for 2017’s countdown to Christmas, starring Rachel Skarsten as a bridal boutique owner planning a Christmas wedding and Trever Donovan as the bride’s brother. I’ll give you one guess to figure out what happens.

We’re about to replicate some of that scene-stealing Christmas movie magic right here in Leigh’s living room by squeezing a little more holiday cheer into the space.

We shove the light blue leather armchairs toward the middle of her family room, and she gently maneuvers a fake tree out of the corner. She already has three trees fi nished: The red and green tree, under which the family’s presents will eventually pile up and on top of which a

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ALL ABOUT THAT SWATCH: Leigh decorates the six trees in her home in color themes that start with ribbons and tulle.

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THREE FRENCH HENS: Anything can make a good Christmas ornament.

“The 12 Days of Christmas” ceramic plates collection from Haviland Limoges was a collectors item in the 1970s. Passed down from a close family friend, Leigh decided to build a tree theme around them.

DECORATING 101 from page 14 mossy colored, light-fi lled, felt top hat is perched where a star would normally be.

In the upside-down tree hanging above the dining room table, her grandmother’s 44 silver goblets (originally meant to serve water, wine, cordials, and champagne for 12) take the place of ornaments. A white and silver one has a village of glittering houses tucked between the branches; it was added to the Collier Christmas tree show last year.

She’s about to start my favorite tree (and it’s hard to choose), a gold and blue number with 12 ceramic plates surrounded by plastic pine needles, ribbons, tulle, and ornaments. The pale-hued “12 Days of Christmas” collection from Haviland Limoges is also a family heirloom, slowly purchased at one per year

throughout the 1970s.

Even more trees will get put up before Thanksgiving. It’s a tradition at the Collier household. Leigh starts lugging boxes of ornaments and garbage bags of ribbon and tulle out the attic in the garage around the end of October. She progresses through the house methodically, one tree at a time, then circles into the front and back yards to hang gigantic plastic ornaments from trees and ensconce all available trim with lights and garland.

The house transforms into what can only be described as a Christmas wonderland.

When everything is fi nished, it’s like stepping into a childhood Christmas fantasy—a Hallmark experience, if you will.

And she loves every minute of it.

“It’s too much work to not love to do it,” she says.

It takes about two Hallmark movies (four to

MAGIC TREES: The blue and gold holiday tree is one of six that will fill the main part of the Collier household before Thanksgiving.

five hours) to fi nish decorating each tree. She has two more big trees and one in both of the boys’ rooms left to do before she sets her sights outside of the house.

It sounds excessive, but that’s kind of the point.

“Christmas is about excess,” she says.

Like an arts and craft project gone rogue, snowflakes dangle in front of the back window,

tree-trimming tips

A handy list of holiday tree decorating dos.

1. Take out that string of lights and get cracking.

2. Tulle of your choice. If your tulle is crumpled from last year, just throw it in the dryer for a little bit (but not too long, as it will melt).

3. Mesh. Yes, I didn’t know this was a thing either. But don’t wrap any of this stuff around the tree too tightly, you want to keep things a little loose.

4. Ribbon, preferably of more than one design or color.

And you don’t want to wrap the tree in it. Cut it into long strips and sort of tuck it in lengthwise. “You don’t want to see where it begins and ends,” Leigh says.

Plus, she adds: “It’s just easier.”

5. For the ornaments: You’ve got to start with the big ones.

Work your way from the top of the tree to the bottom.

6. Tuck some of the smaller ornaments toward the back of the tree to give things some depth.

7. Fluff, tuck, and resettle ornaments to your desire.

8. Don’t forget the tree skirt!

BACK FLUFF: A combination of tulle, mesh, and ribbons are a must for holiday decorating, according to Leigh, who generaously tucks them into garland and between tree branches.

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ribbon- and ornament-covered garlands grace archways, lights dance off glossy surfaces, and the smell of cinnamon and juniper wafts through the house. It’s hard not to be in awe— and the sounds their annual Christmas party guests make as they flow through the house tell you all you need to know about how it feels to be surrounded by it. All that glittering, twinkle-light fi lled magic that comes with the holiday season is why she does it.

The labor of love has steadily grown since the birth of her first son, 12 years ago. When she was pregnant with her second, she took the year off.

“It was physically hard not to do it,” she says.

Every few years, she adds another tree to the house or gives one a new theme. They are designed from items passed on by family and friends, after Christmas sales, and garage sale or thrift store fi nds. This blue/gold medley came about when her father’s best friend passed the Haviland Limoges plates on to her a couple of years ago.

Leigh pulls the plates out of their gray boxes, stacking them on a heavy white blanket.

Each has a blue ribbon glue-gunned to the backside as “extra support.” She puts the First Day of Christmas at the very top, settling the partridge-and-pear-tree-painted platter between wiry branches and bending them around it to hold it in place.

We are on to the second Hallmark movie of the day, Christmas Under Wraps, about a doctor who moves to a town in Alaska after she doesn’t get the opportunity she wanted. I stare at the screen and Leigh laughs.

“See!” she says. “It’s mesmerizing.” y Executive Editor Camillia Lanham admits that Hallmark movies can be mesmerizing. Contact her at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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Never miss a Christmas

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Nourishing traditions keep the holidays warm by karen garcia

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’ve always spent the holidays with my small family. We would visit other relatives before or after Christmas to exchange gifts and goodies, but actual Christmas was always for my siblings, parents, and grandparents. And every year I look forward to helping make the main holiday course, pozole.

Pozole translates to hominy—dried corn kernels—and it’s a traditional stew from Mexico. No two pozole recipes are alike; every family has a slightly different version of the stew. I have to admit my mother’s recipe is my absolute favorite, although I agree that’s a biased statement.

I look forward to the smell of chilies and pork that fills the house; I could definitely compare it to the smell of a Christmas tree, as both remind me of the holidays.

The stew hasn’t been in our family for generations just yet; so far it was a recipe my grandmother learned and has passed down to my mom. Between my siblings and me, I am next in line to continue on the tradition.

When I was a child, my biggest job for the Christmas meal was helping set the table. But in middle school, I moved up the chain and started helping my mom make the pozole. That prep work starts the day before Christmas Eve. This recipe doesn’t call for too many

ingredients, but it does take some time to make. It starts with two to three bags of California dried chili pods. I take the time to carefully cut the chilies open and take out all the seeds.

While I’m deseeding the chilies, my mom fills (about halfway) a large pot with water.

Once I’ve finished deseeding the chilies, I’ll put them in the pot and let them cook for about an hour and half—until the pods have softened.

Once the pods have fi nished cooking and have cooled, I’ll put them in a blender and add half a cup of the water from the pot, mixing until it liquefies. Once liquefied, put a strainer over a deep bowl and pour the liquid into the bowl, this prevents excess pulp from building up in your sauce. Then I set this aside.

Next is the pork.

Like I said earlier, every family has a different twist on the pozole but it’s commonly made with pork. You can use chicken or beef.

Cut the meat into small chunks and put in a large pot, filled more than halfway with water. Cut an entire white onion into thin slices and put into the pot. Dice three garlic cloves and add them to the pot as well. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium/ low. During this process, grease and foam will formulate at the top of the pot; carefully skim it with a spoon. Let the ingredients simmer for about two hours, until the pork is tender.

TRADITIONS: There isn’t a story behind why the recipe calls for California chili Next, open two 29-ounce cans pods, it’s just the chili my mom remembers my grandmother buying at the store of Juanita’s Foods Mexican Style when she was young.

Hominy (any brand of hominy will

SHARING: Pozole has been a traditional holiday dish that I look forward to every year.

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do). Drain the liquid from the cans and use a spoon to add the hominy to the pot of ingredients. Now it’s finally time to add in the chili sauce that we started with. Add salt to taste. Let the stew simmer for about 45 minutes to an hour.

As a kid, when it was time to serve I glowed with pride as my mom would tell everyone at the table how I much I had helped make their dinner.

Now I don’t just help, I’m my mom’s copilot—but I still glow with pride when my mom relays my efforts.

Once it’s finished cooking, serve the pozole in a bowl with a side of corn tortilla chips. The stew can be garnished with shredded lettuce, diced onions, and a wedge of lemon. We usually have a plate of the garnishes so each person can add as much as they’d like to their bowl.

We enjoy our pozole Christmas Eve for dinner, feeding six people, and we serve it for breakfast on Christmas Day. Not only do I enjoy making pozole and later devouring it, I love the time I spend with my mom making it. My family lives in Southern California, a good four-hour drive from San Luis Obispo. Sure, we talk on the phone all the time, but making our holiday stew together is a time to really catch up. I’ve never missed a Christmas in the kitchen with my mom. y

ingredients y 1 whole white onion y 3 garlic cloves y 4 packages of pork, about 3 to 4 lbs each y 2 to 3 packages of dried California chilies y 2 cans of 29-ounce Jaunita’s Foods Mexican Style Hominy y water y salt (to taste) For garnish: y Half a head of lettuce (shredded) y 1 whole white onion y 3 lemons Total cooking time: about 4 hours

Karen Garcia’s stomach is rumbling. She’s a staff writer at the Sun’s sister paper to the north, New Times. Reach her at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com.

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These ornaments are way more than ornamental by hayley thomas cain

t was the weirdest most wondrous Christmas ever.

My dad and I were walking along the water in Hermosa Beach, then a sleepy coastal town.

Well, we did see Bay Watch being filmed on the sand occasionally, but—being 7 years old—that all seemed pretty normal to me.

It was the early ’90s, before my family’s big move to Atascadero, which happened a year later.

This was the December that, as if by some magic Poseidon command, thousands of starfish began washing onto the shore.

It was an incredible sight.

The sea stars we found on our stroll that day were already long dead, turning this sunny California picture into a surreal landscape. I was reminded of the glowin-the-dark stars stuck onto the ceiling of my room. How had they fallen to earth so suddenly?

Although this could have been sort of a bleak “death comes for us all” moment, we decided no, we would celebrate instead. I’m not sure whose bright idea it was, but we began collecting as many of the starfish as we could.

Arms full, we brought our bounty back to our nearby condo, which instantly smelled of salty, tangy fish.

Dad dried out the sea stars on the patio over the next few days (where he and my mom kept two pottery wheels), then he sprayed them a metallic gold color.

We hung these precious oceanic corpses on our Christmas tree, which probably made mom happy because Dad was never too excited about holiday decorations or any holiday, for that matter.

When the Christmas lights flashed on, the stars magically transformed back to life—an electric mermaid’s dream. The single sea star I’ve kept for decades has always smelled faintly of the sea. Like a conch shell, it brings back a roaring ocean of memories.

Baubles, trinkets, and family heirlooms dangle from so many of our trees this holiday season. But what are the stories behind these static materials? More than glass, wood, or dried macaroni, they are portals to another time.

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from the back of the closet, the familiar rush of emotion returns. This is why I decorate my own (pink-flocked) tree, just for my husband and myself. When we hang these objects, we think of mom, dad, grandma, big sister, friend, teacher. We silently celebrate these moments and these people as we stand back and admire the final masterpiece.

Grover Beach writer Sarah Hollister coveted a single slice of thin glass—a bright green bookworm wearing a graduation cap, perched on a short stack of books.

“He was adorable, the ugly/cute type,” Hollister said of the ornament. “My husband and I had recently started college at Cuesta, and it was a gift from my grandma.”

But then, life happened. Hollister’s oldest son, about 6 at the time, accidentally knocked the fragile worm from the tree, sending the glass shattering dramatically across the floor.

Accidents happen, right? Turns out, it was a happy one.

“I liked the ornament before it was broken, but it was only when my husband expressed the same sadness over it that it truly became my favorite. He doesn’t have ‘favorite things’ and rarely expresses sadness over loss of any ‘crap’ we may have,” Hollister said. “I saw his emotion, and it made me love him even more.”

Then there are the stories that make you laugh.

Callie Tennock, a SLO radio DJ at ALT 93.7 (who you can hear midday during the week), has a soft spot for a glittery, googley-eyed cat.

“It has a spiraled pipe cleaner for a hook and it kind of looks like a miniature disco ball,” Tennock said. “I bought it from a group of children who were selling homemade ornaments to fund something at their school. I’m a sucker for kids with a cause. I have the empty caramel corn tins in my trunk to prove it.”

Kindhearted Tennock said the holidays were

always a big deal at her house growing up, and she’d spend nights hanging out under the tree, watching the lights twinkle behind big fluffy branches.

Sometimes, she wishes she could go back.

“It’s been years since my family has really acknowledged Christmas—we are all pretty busy people—so when I see houses lit up and trees through windows I get pretty nostalgic,” she said. “I hang the ornament on my rearview mirror in my car so I can take Christmas everywhere I go.”

That little ornament has been through a lot— it’s even flown through her car window once, leading Tennock to circle the block looking for the little guy.

Still, she’d never consider removing it from its deserved place in the spotlight. Each December, the weird little DIY bauble is hung with care.

“When the traffic lights hit it at night, it’s like I have my own personal Christmas tree,” Tennock said.

Lastly, there are the tales that real holiday nostalgia are made of, the ones that make you weep tears of bittersweet joy. My dear friend Jenn Hix, owner of The Queens Bees in SLO, has one such memory.

It has been seven years since her mother passed away, but each Christmas, Hix gets to spend a little quality time with her memory thanks to a trove of precious handmade ornaments.

“A few months after her memorial service, we went through her things to find out what to keep and what to get rid of. I had remembered a bunch of items of hers that were in my childhood home and was looking to save them and cherish the

memories to pass onto my kids one day,” Hix said.

Sadly, she found that much of her mother’s things had been removed from storage, including many of the ornaments.

“I was devastated,” Hix said. “I thought I’d never see the little hand-embroidered ornaments that she made again.”

But there was some sort of epic holiday magic at work.

“Months passed and I started receiving letters from my family members telling me how sorry they were for my loss, and how they had a few things she had made,” Hix said.

She had no idea what to expect. Maybe a piece of clothing or a photo?

When those first packages arrived in the mail, Hix was floored.

It was her mother’s special ornaments.

How had they known?

The best part: Throughout the years, Hix has received about 10 of the cherished decorations, all tangible mementos once held in her mother’s hands.

They would arrive unexpectedly in Hix’s world, keeping her mother’s memory fresh and vibrant.

“To this day, every once in a while, I’ll be at a relative’s house and they’ll say they have something of my mother’s to give me,” she said, “only to come back with more of these precious gems.” y

more than glass, wood, or dried macaroni, [these ornaments] are portals to another time.

Hayley Thomas Cain is hanging ornaments in honor of her friends Sarah, Callie, and Jenn. She can be reached at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

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SOUTH COAST SLO COUNT Y ELEGANT CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE Owners and employees of Village businesses dress up in Christmas finery and serve treats and drinks. Enjoy live music and entertainment. Luminaries line the streets for an elegant touch. Dec. 3, 4-8 p.m. visitavilabeach. com. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande, 805-458-3321.

SECOND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE Local vendors display art, jewelry, decor items, and more. Enjoy live music, food, and a free raffle. Dec. 2, 12-5 p.m. Free. 530-356-7635. Thousand Hills Ranch, 550 Thousand Hills Rd., Pismo Beach.

SAN LUIS OBISPO DECORATING DAY AT THE SLO RAILROAD MUSEUM All museum members are welcome to come and help put holiday touches on the SLO Railroad Museum at this festive event. Nov. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free to members. slochamber.org. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, (805) 5481894.

HOLIDAYS AT THE APPLE FARM Enjoy family activities, visits and photos with Santa Claus, complimentary ornaments with gift shop purchases, home-baked holiday treats, and more at the Apple Farm Inn and Restaurant. Nov. 16-Dec. 25, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. slochamber.org. Apple Farm, 2015 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805/544-2040.

CHRISTMAS DINNER AT THE APPLE FARM Enjoy a special Christmas menu with complimentary eggnog. Reservations recommended. Dec. 25, 12-9 p.m. 805-544-6100. slochamber.org.

Apple Farm, 2015 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

NORTH SLO COUNT Y 31ST ANNUAL VINE STREET VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE A holiday walk through the decorated neighborhood of Vine Street. Enjoy live entertainment including dancers, carolers, bands, Nativity scenes, and characters such as Scrooge, Santa, and Mrs. Claus. Dec. 9, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-238-4103.

pasoroblesdowntown.org. Paso Robles Main Street Association, 835 12th St., Suite D, Paso Robles.

THE CITY OF ATASCADERO’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Get a head start on holiday shopping at this boutique that features a variety of handmade items from local craft vendors. Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. atascaderochamber.org. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

JUSTIN HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Enjoy passed appetizers and wine tastings and pick up some gifts for the wine lovers on your list at this holiday event at the JUSTIN Vineyards and Winery. Nov. 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $20-$25. (805) 591-3224. justinwine.com. The Restaurant At Justin, 11680 Chimney Rock Rd., Paso Robles.

LIGHT UP THE DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Ceremony for the lighting of Historic City Hall and Sunken Gardens. Enjoy live entertainment, complimentary hot chocolate, firetruck rides, a horse drawn hay ride, a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and more. A docent led tour of Historic City Hall from the Atascadero Historical Society will also take place. Live music will be performed by the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy Honor Choir and the Fair-weather Four Barbershop Quartet. Dec. 1, 5-8 p.m. $15 for wine tastings at participating locations. 470-3360. atascaderochamber.org. Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

WINTER WONDERLAND A winter gathering for all ages featuring a giant snow slide, snow play areas, a rock climbing wall, bounce houses, and more than 50 food and craft vendors. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be on site to meet and greet. Dec. 8, 5-9 p.m.

805-470-3360. atascaderochamber.org. Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

NORTH COAST SLO COUNT Y GALA FESTIVAL OF TREES Enjoy a buffet dinner, champagne, live music by the Belmores, and an auction of live and fake trees. All proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations. Nov. 30, 5 p.m. $50. 805-927-3624. cambriachamber.org. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Drive, Cambria.

NINTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN CAYUCOS Enjoy family activities, strolling carolers, free horse drawn carriage rides, a visit from Santa Claus, and more. Participating merchants along Ocean Ave. will be promoting special offers, gift giveaways, refreshments, and live entertainment. Dec. 9 Free. 805-995-1200. cayucoschamber. com. Cayucos Beach, 10 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos.

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21ST ANNUAL TURKEY TROT FUN RUN the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks department invites walkers and runners of all fitness levels to this family-friendly event. the 5K is a two-lap route open to participants ages 14 and up. the one mile run is an out and back sprint designed for ages 6-13. Medals will be given to top competitors and a frozen turkey will be awarded to the top two in each race. Nov. 18, 9 a.m. $25-$30. 805-925-0951. cityofsantamaria.org.

Hagerman Sports Complex, 3300 Skyway dr., Santa Maria.

S a n ta Y n e z Va l l e Y 28TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING REUNION NIGHT Special thanksgiving concert for ages 21 and over. Nov. 22 Free. (805) 325-9275. mavericksaloon.org. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez.

TURKEY TROT 5K RUN/WALK AT SUNNY FIELDS PARK Proceeds help support the Solvang Salvation army chapter. Nov. 24, 10 a.m. $20-$25. visitbuellton.com. Buellton Recreation Center, 301 2nd St., Buellton.

SOutH COaSt SlO COunt Y SOUTH COUNTY TURKEY TROT AT THE BEACH Walk or jog off a few calories thanksgiving morning before feasting while helping those in need purchase food for the holiday. trot happens rain or shine. Presented by the Grover Beach-5 Cities Rotary Club as a benefit for the SlO Food Bank in memory of Christine allen. Nov. 23, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. donations accepted. pismochamber. com. Pismo Beach Pier, West end of Pomeroy, Pismo Beach.

THANKSGIVING DAY AT THE BEAR AND STAR Feast on all the traditional thanksgiving fixings including a carving station, hot buffet, old buffet, and pie bar. Call or go online for reservations.

Nov. 23, 12-7 p.m. $55; $20 for children 12 and under. (805) 686-1359. thebearandstar.com. the Bear and Star, 2860 Grand ave., los Olivos.

l O M P O C / Va n d e n B e R G LOMPOC TURKEY TROT Hosted by the lompoc Recreation division. all skill levels welcome. awards given for first and second place. 1-mile course for ages 5 to 7. 3-mile course for ages 8 and older. Nov. 19, 9 a.m. $15-$20. 805875-8278. ci.lompoc.ca.us. River Bend Park, Mclaughlin Rd. and a St., lompoc.

22ND ANNUAL LOMPOC COMMUNITY KITCHEN THANKSGIVING DINNER the lompoc Valley Community Kitchen will be serving their 22th annual thanksgiving dinner at la Purisima Church Parish Hall. the community is invited to attend and enjoy a full, traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings. donations to support the year-round Feed the Hungry program are appreciated. Nov. 23, 12-2 p.m. Free; donations accepted. la Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, lompoc.

NFA PANCAKE BREAKFAST AND OPEN HOUSE enjoy breakfast, family activities, and a raffle to win disneyland tickets. Proceeds benefit the nipomo Firefighters association. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice, and coffee. Nov. 19, 7:30-11 a.m. $3-$5. 805-260-0005. nipomo Fire Station 20, 450 Pioneer ave, nipomo.

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The Los Olivos Christmas Tree Lighting, as a part of the 37th annual Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas, takes place Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Los Olivos Flagpole. Enjoy live music, family activities, refreshments, and more. More info: losolivosca.com.

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SECOND ANNUAL TURKEY GIVEAWAY Hosted by the House of Holistics and the natural Healing Center. One turkey with sides per family. First come, first served. Nov. 18, 2-6 p.m. Free. 805242-0309. natural Healing Center, 821 South 4th St., Grover Beach.

VEGAN FALL FEAST 2017 enjoy a fresh, vegan, thanksgiving feast. Nov. 19, 2-4 p.m. $10-$25. 805-234-7279. South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades ave., los Osos, southbaycommunitycenter.com.

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PROGRESSIVES FRIENDSGIVING FT. CUESTA RIDGE a night of food, live music and good conversation. this potluck style event is free, with beer and wine available for purchase. live music will be provided by Cuesta Ridge. Nov. 16, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-762-4922. sloprogressives.org/event/progressives-friendsgiving/. SlO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad St., San luis Obispo.

Parades S a n ta Y n e z Va l l e Y SOLVANG JULEFEST PARADE More than 400 participants and 50 entries march, trot, cruise, and stroll along festively decorated Mission dr., Copenhagen dr., and adjacent streets. Dec. 2, 11 a.m.

Free. 805-688-6144. solvangusa.com. Solvang Park, Mission drive and First Street, Solvang.

l O M P O C / Va n d e n B e R G LOMPOC CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS SEASON PARADE the parade route begins at the corner of Pine and H Streets, proceeds South on H St., West on Ocean ave., and concludes as it turns South on i St. the winners will be announced at Centennial Square, followed by the Community Christmas tree lighting. Dec. 1, 6 p.m. Free.

805-875-8100. cityoflompoc.com. lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, 111 South i St., lompoc.

S a n ta M a Ri a Va l l e Y / l O S a l a M O S 56TH ANNUAL OLD TOWN ORCUTT CHRISTMAS PARADE an Orcutt tradition since 1961. enjoy live music from local and school bands and see floats, animals, cars, and the parade’s special guest: Santa Claus. Parade happens rain or shine. Hosted by the Orcutt lions and the Orcutt Community Foundation. Dec. 9, 12-2 p.m. Free. (805) 863-2842. orcuttchristmasparade.org. Historic Old town Orcutt, S Broadway and union ave., Orcutt.

SANTA MARIA CHRISTMAS PARADE OF LIGHTS the Rotary Clubs of Santa Maria and nipomo, Santa Maria times and KCOY present Santa Maria’s annual Christmas Parade of lights. Come sing along with the many floats and bands participating in the event. Held on Broadway from Stowell Road to Main Street. arrive early to find a good parking spot and viewing spot. Dec. 2, 5:20-8 p.m. Free.

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Claus to Solvang at this annual tree-lighting ceremony. Dec. 1, 5 p.m. Free. 805-688-6144. solvangusa.com. Solvang Park, Mission Drive and First Street, Solvang.

15TH ANNUAL VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE CHRISTMAS PARADE Village tradition starting at Short St. and heading west to Traffic Way. Immediately following the Christmas Parade is caroling, the lighting of the Village Christmas Tree, and a live Nativity Scene at the Harvest Church. Nov. 26, 5 p.m. Free. (805) 474-4068. agchristmasparade.com. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

S A N TA M A RI A VA L L E Y / L O S A L A M O S ORCUTT STROLL AND TREE LIGHTING Bring the family out for a night filled with carolers, cookies and hot chocolate. Festivities start at 5pm. The Christmas Tree lights up at 7pm. Dec. 1, 5-8 p.m. Free. oldtownorcutt.org. Historic Old Town Orcutt, S Broadway and Union Ave., Orcutt.

51ST SOUTH COUNTY HOLIDAY PARADE The only daytime parade in South SLO County. Will run down Grand Avenue from 16th Street to 9th Street. Nominations for Grand Marshall and applications to be in the parade are available online. Dec. 2, 10-11:30 a.m. Free.

805-473-4580. groverbeach.org. City of Grover Beach, 154 S 8th St., Grover Beach.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNT Y CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY IN OLDE TOWN NIPOMO Enjoy live entertainment, Christmas caroling, photos with Santa, ornament decorating, and a fire pit for s’mores. Dec. 3, 5-9 p.m. Free. theartgalanipomo.com/christmas-tree-lightingceremony/. Gala De Arte Plaza, 136 N Thompson Ave. B, Nipomo, 805-550-9963.

SANTA’S DOGGIE PARADE To kick off Small Business Saturday, Santa’s Doggie Parade will be held on the Avila Promenade. This year’s parade participants will receive goodie bags donated by Petco Arroyo Grande. All dogs must check-in between 10:30-10:45am.

Nov. 25, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-627-1997. avilabeachcc.com. Avila Beach Promenade, 404 Front St., Avila Beach.

HOLIDAY HARMONY AND TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Enjoy holiday festivities at the annual tree lighting in Pismo Beach. Dec. 1, 5-7 p.m. Free. pismochamber.com. Pismo Beach Pier, West end of Pomeroy, Pismo Beach.

SAN LUIS OBISPO 42ND ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE IN DOWNTOWN SLO This year’s parade theme is Holiday Hoedown. Enjoy bright floats, festive marching bands, classic carolers, skateboarding elves, and Santa Claus himself. The parade route is nine blocks long starting on Chorro at Palm and ending on Higuera at Nipomo. Dec. 1, 7 p.m.

Free. downtownslo.com/events/holiday-parade/. Downtown Slo, Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

Tree and Menorah Lightings S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y THE LOS OLIVOS CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Part of the Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas celebration. Enjoy live music, family activities, refreshments, and more. Dec. 2, 6 p.m. Free. losolivosca.com. St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos.

SOLVANG JULEFEST TREE LIGHTING Enjoy live entertainment with dancing ballerinas, bands, caroling, and the arrival of Santa

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VILLAGE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING The lighting of the Village Christmas Tree and a live Nativity scene at Harvest Church.

Follows the 15th annual Christmas Parade. Nov. 26, 5 p.m. Free.

(805) 474-4068. agchristmasparade.com. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

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Allan Hancock College Youth Dance presents The Nutcracker Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at Ethel Pope Stadium, located at 901 S. Broadway, Santa Maria. See more than 50 performers, both children and adults, bring this classic tale to life. More info: 922-1305 or smjuhsd.org.

SAN LUIS OBISPO CANDLE LIGHTING AT MISSION PLAZA Lighting ceremony led by Congregation Beth David. Dec. 16, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-5440760. cbdslo.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

Fairs S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y CHRISTMAS ARTISAN BOUTIQUE Part of the Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas celebration. Dec. 2, 12-7 p.m. losolivosca.

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27TH ANNUAL HOMESPUN HOLIDAYS CRAFT SALE Features local crafters of all kinds. Browse through quilted items, jewelry, angels, ornaments, handmade soaps, baked goods, homemade jams, birdhouses, yard art, home decor, and more. Nov. 17-18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free. visitbuellton.com. Willemsen Barn, 202 Dairy Land Rd., Buellton.

SEVENTH ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE AT THE WILDLING Browse over a dozen local artists and craftspeople to find unique gifts for the holiday season. Booths will be placed throughout the museum. Free cookies and cider will be served. Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang.

S A N tA M A Ri A VA L L e Y / L O S A L A M O S HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH More than 45 vendors with a variety of products to offer. enjoy raffle prizes, food, drinks, and more. Nov. 17, 4-8 p.m. and Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Free. 805-922-8479. fccsantamaria.org. First Christian Church, 1550 S College Dr., Santa Maria.

SOutH COASt SLO COuNt Y CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND BAKE SALE Come browse unique handmade Christmas gifts and enjoy freshly made baked goods.

Soup and sandwiches will be available for sale during lunch hours.

Nov. 30, 5-8 p.m., Dec. 1, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Dec. 2, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (805) 481-9691. Grandmother’s Club, 1241 Farroll Ave, Arroyo Grande.

SAN LuiS OBiSPO 6TH ANNUAL RAINBOW OF TREASURES HOLIDAY STYLE GIFT FAIR this fundraiser for Rita’s Rainbows, a local non-profit benefiting children in need, features handmade and vintage items from local vendors. Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-709-0360. ritasrainbows. org. Veteran’s Memorial Building, 801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo.

SHOP SMALL WITH US IN DOWNTOWN SLO encouraging holiday shoppers to support neighborhood businesses with the Shop Small Passport. Passport holders can visit participating Downtown SLO businesses throughout the day and receive stamps for a chance to win a gift basket full of gift cards to local stores and restaurants. Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (805) 781-2670. slochamber. org. Downtown Slo, Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

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See Elf: The Musical on Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, located at 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Buddy, a human raised as an elf at the North Pole, embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father. Tickets are $65 to $95. More info: calpolyarts.org country crafters and artisans from SLO County and around the u.S. Visitors are treated to free cider and cookies. Nov. 24-25, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Free. californiacraftshow.com. Veteran’s Memorial Building, 801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, (510) 285-6221.

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and no diving from the pier. Plunge attire is swimsuit and/or athletic gear. Costumes are always welcomed. Jan. 1, 11:45 a.m. Free. visitavilabeach.com. Avila Beach Promenade, 404 Front St., Avila Beach.

PHOTOS WITH SANTA IN SOLVANG Santa Claus arrives in Solvang to celebrate Julefest. Dec. 1, 4-6 p.m., Dec. 2, 12:20-4 p.m., Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Dec. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 805688-6144. solvangusa.com. Solvang Park, Mission Drive and First Street, Solvang.

SANTA IN THE VILLAGE Children welcome to visit with Santa on the front porch of the Conrad House. Saturdays, Sundays, 12-4 p.m. and Wednesdays, Fridays, 3-5:30 p.m. through Dec. 24 arroyograndevillage.org. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande, 805-458-3321.

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SANTA CLAUS AT ST. MARK’S PARLOR Get photos with Santa Claus as a part of the Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas celebration. Dec. 2, 4-8 p.m. losolivosca.com. St. Mark’s in the Valley episcopal Church, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos.

S A N tA M A Ri A VA L L e Y / L O S A L A M O S SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN Meet Santa Claus at the Santa Maria town Center. Nov. 24-Dec. 24 805-922-7931. santamariatowncenter.com. Santa Maria town Center, 142 town Center east, Santa Maria.

SAN LuiS OBiSPO SANTA ON THE SURFLINER See Santa Claus step off the Surfliner at SLO Amtrak Station. From there, Santa will make his way to the private car at the SLO Railroad Museum. Dec. 2, 2:30 p.m. $2-$3 for Museum admission; free for members. slochamber.org. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-1894.

SANTA’S HOUSE IN MISSION PLAZA Come visit Santa Clause at his house in Mission Plaza through Christmas eve. Nov. 24-Dec. 24, noon slochamber.org. Mission Plaza, 989 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo.

New Year’s Events S A N tA Y N e z VA L L e Y NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE PARTY enjoy live music from the Boogie Knights and the Spazmatics. For ages 21 and older. Dec. 31 Free. 800-248-6274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 e. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

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Gingerbread Wonderland takes place Dec. 2 from 4 to 8 p.m. at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, located at 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos. Enter your own decorated gingerbread house or come to enjoy the showcase along with live music, family activities, photos with Santa, and a Christmas cookie sale. More info: 688-4454 or smitv.org.

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SOLVANG CHRISTMAS TREE BURN Supervised by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department. One of the largest fire safety demonstrations and community gatherings on the Central Coast.

Coordinated by the Solvang Parks and Recreation Department. there will be free, live entertainment as well as refreshments for purchase. Jan. 5, 5-7 p.m. Free. solvangusa.com. Old Mission Santa ines, 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang.

SOutH COASt SLO COuNt Y AVILA BEACH POLAR BEAR PLUNGE the annual Avila Beach Polar Bear Plunge is a celebration of fitness, nature, camaraderie, and a New Year. Meet on the South side of the Avila Beach Pier for photos and encouragement from fellow plungers. Spectators and photographers can gather on the pier for the best vantage point of the plungers. No alcohol allowed

SAN LuiS OBiSPO NEW YEAR’S EVE WINEMAKER DINNER end 2017 with wines from Silver Horse Winery paired with a winter themed menu. this dinner will be held in the Harvest Room. Dinner starts at 6pm and there will be a special New Year’s toast at 9pm. Dec. 31, 6 p.m.

805-544-0713. slochamber.org. Silver Horse Winery, 6985 Ontario Rd., San Luis Obispo.

Fundraisers S A N tA M A Ri A VA L L e Y / L O S A L A M O S A MASQUERADE BALL Presented by Presqu’ile Winery and the Murphy Foundation. Live music for dinner and dancing provided

by Riptide Big Band. includes a silent and live auction. All proceeds benefit the Santa Maria Philharmonic Society. No host cocktails at 5pm. Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. $100. 805-925-0412. santamariaphilharmonic.org. Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark Dr, Santa Maria.

SECOND ANNUAL HEART AND SOUL CONCERT Presented by the Filipino-American Association of Santa Maria Valley, inc. Show includes a plated dinner. All proceeds go to the Fil-Am grant/ scholarship fund. Nov. 18, 6-11 p.m. $80. 805-260-6652. Santa Maria inn, 801 S. Broadway, Santa Maria.

14TH ANNUAL TREES OF THE SEASON HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AND FUNDRAISER Raffle to win trees, wreaths, and accompanying goodies. Proceeds will support educational programs and activities at the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center.

Other raffle prizes include locally made wine and gift certificates to local restaurants. Wednesdays-Sundays, 6-7 p.m. through Dec. 15 $2 per ticket or $6 for 10. 805-343-2455. dunescenter.org/ events/trees/. Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, 1065 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe.

SOutH COASt SLO COuNt Y SIP AND SHOP HOLIDAY BAZAAR enjoy live entertainment and more than 40 vendors. Features a canned food drive to benefit the Food Bank of Nipomo. Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (805) 723-5102.

Birchwood Garden Barn & Home, 323 West tefft Street, Nipomo.

SAN LuiS OBiSPO A FRENCH CHRISTMAS DINNER BENEFITING PROJECT HOPE AND FAIRNESS An evening of French Christmas food,

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FUNDRAISERS from page 26 French Christmas carols, Buche de Noel demo, and local art auction and sale. Tickets are available for purchase at Mama Ganache Chocolates in downtown San Luis Obispo. Proceeds benefit Project Hope and Fairness, non-profit helping African cocoa farmers. Dec. 9, 6-9 p.m. slochamber.org. Downtown Slo, Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

BAGS TO BENEFIT LUNCHEON AND SILENT AUCTION Hosted

by Soroptimist International of SLO. Enjoy lunch, wine, a silent auction, and raffles of fabulous handbags stuffed with gifts. All proceeds go towards scholarships and grants to benefit women and girls in the community. Nov. 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $35. 805-8011542. Embassy Suites, 333 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

BARNYARD DANCE, DINNER, AND AUCTION Enjoy a BBQ dinner, live and silent auction, and more. All proceeds benefit the Morro Bay High School Future Farmers of America. Nov. 18 805-4597988. Beecham Ranch, Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.

CASA’S VOICES FOR CHILDREN HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Give a child a voice at CASA’s annual Voices for Children Holiday Luncheon. Enjoy live entertainment by MCP Minstrels and the annual Jewelry with a Past Sale. Tables of 6, 8, and 10 are available. Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $60. 805-541-6542. slocasa. org/event-details.php?id=5. Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo.

Stage S A N TA Y N E z VA L L E Y THE COMMUNITY NATIVITY PAGEANT Enjoy an elaborate stage presentation of the nativity story featuring live animals, musical accompaniment, and narration. Dec. 9, 5 & 7 p.m. solvangusa. com. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang.

NICK SWARDSON LIVE Swardson is best known for his recurring role as Terry Bernadino in the comedy series Reno 911. Dec. 8, 8 p.m. 800-248-6274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

L O M P O C / VA N D E N B E R G AN IMPLAUSIBLE CLAUS The Lompoc Civic Theatre presents Nikki Harmon’s short comedy about the meeting of two improbably paired friends around Christmas time. Enjoy Christmas carols, refreshments and a visit from Santa after the performance.

Admission is free but donations will be accepted to the Lompoc Food Pantry. Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 2, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 3,

2 p.m. Free. 805-735-2281. Stone Pine Hall, 210 South H Street, Lompoc, lompocmuseum. org/pine.php.

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AHC YOUTH DANCE PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER More than 50 performers, both children and adults, bring this Christmas story to life. Pre-sale tickets available at Allan Hancock College. Dec. 16, 7 p.m. and Dec. 17, 2 p.m. 805-922-6966. hancockcollege. edu. Ethel Pope Auditorium, 901 S. Broadway, Santa Maria.

ANTHONY HERNANDEZ HOLIDAY SHOW: A NIGHT OF COMEDY, MAGIC, AND ILLUSION Award winning Illusionist Anthony Hernandez returns to Ethel Pope with a comedy and magic show for audiences young and old.

Hernandez graduated from Righetti High School in 1994 and performed in various shows at Ethel Pope as a child. Nov. 22, 7-9 p.m. $10 advance; $15 at the door.

213-925-3575. Ethel Pope Auditorium, 901 S. Broadway, Santa Maria.

FREAKY FRIDAY A modern fairytale based on the novel by Mary Rodgers and two Disney films. When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again before mom’s big wedding. Through Dec. 23, 1:30 & 7 p.m. pcpa.org. Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria.

SOuTH COAST SLO COuNT Y CDMA PRESENTS BABES IN TOYLAND The Coastal Chamber Youth Ballet performs a special version of the classic ballet Babes in Toyland. Nov. 18, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-4737161. slolibrary.org. Arroyo Grande Library, 800 W. Branch, Arroyo Grande.

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The Great American Melodrama presents its annual Holiday Extravaganza Nov. 16 through Dec. 31.

This triple bill features a fractured fairy-tale opera, a performance of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and the Holiday Vaudeville Revue. More info: 489-2499 or americanmelodrama.com.

THE GREAT AMERICAN MELODRAMA’S HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Triple bill that features Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, zany characters in a fractured fairy-tale opera, and the seasonal music in the Holiday Vaudeville Revue. Nov. 16-Dec. 31 americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

AN IRISH CHRISTMAS Enjoy traditional Irish music, dancing, and singing in celebration of the holiday season. Features an awardwinning cast of Irish dancers led by World Champion Dancers Scott Doherty and Tyler Schwartz. Dec. 16, 2 & 7 p.m. $36-$48.

805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

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STAGE from page 27 San LuiS ObiSpO 12TH ANNUAL WINTERDANCE CELTIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Molly’s Revenge and special guest vocalist Christa burch with irish dancers will present an evening of music, song and dance associated with the festive season. The performance will include Christmas songs both old and new, all played with a Celtic twist. Dec. 1, 7 p.m. $10-$25. mollysrevenge.com. South bay Community Center, 2180 palisades ave., Los Osos, (805) 528-4169.

A CHRISTMAS STORY back by popular demand for the fourth year in a row. Weekday showings at 7pm and weekends at 2pm.

Wednesdays-Sundays. through Dec. 23 $20-$38. 805-786-2440. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

ELF: THE MUSICAL buddy, a human raised as an elf at the north pole, embarks on a journey to new York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help new York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Nov. 29, 7 p.m. $65-$95. 805-756-4849. calpolyarts.org. performing arts Center, 1 Grand ave., San Luis Obispo.

Music S a n Ta Y n e z Va L L e Y CLINT BLACK LIVE Dec. 15, 8 p.m. 800-248-6274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 e. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

FESTIVAL OF CAROLS The Santa Ynez Valley Master Chorale, Youth ensemble, and Orchestra are delighted to announce their Holiday Concert Series. The performance will include works by R. Vaughan Williams, Vince Guaraldi, Mel Torme, Robert Shaw, John Rutter, and traditional Spanish, French and Danish carols.

Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 17, 3 p.m. $15-$20. 805-350-4241. syvchorale.org. Veterans’ Memorial building, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang. pHOTO COuRTeSY OF Liz DODDeR

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Hop on the Christmas Train Express between 4 and 8 p.m. on Dec. 2 in Downtown Los Olivos. The train boards and departs at the Los Olivos flagpole. Rides are $5 per child. One parent can ride for free with their child or group of children. More info: losolivosca.com.

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THE HALLELUJAH PROJECT AT THE LOBERO THEATER The Hallelujah project returns to the Lobero with a family-friendly mix of holiday classics and seasonal favorites. Depart from the buellton Rec Center at 11:30am and return at 5:30 pm. Dec. 10, 11:30 a.m. $55. 805-688-1086. buellton.org. buellton Recreation Center, 301 2nd St., buellton.

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Visit 13 Wineries Along the Foxen Canyon Enjoy 20 one-ounce poursCanyon of wine, tasty Wine treats on Saturday Foxen Trail!and live music, wine cave viewings and olive oil tastings on Sunday. You also get a logo wine glass, exclusive wine deals and a stocking stuffer. Mention “Foxen Christmas Passport” Enjoy 20 one-ounce pours, tasty treats at or use code XMASPP for special room rates at the Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria. winery on• Firestone Saturday, wine glass, • each Andrew Murray Vineyarda logo • Rancho Sisquoc Vineyards Winery • Foxen & foxen 7200 exclusive wine deals and a special •stocking stuffer.

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for the holidays using Shibori techniques. bring your own textiles and an artist will be on hand to help you come up with some fun and unique designs. mulled wine and holiday snacks included. all materials will be on hand. Dec. 9, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $25. 619807-7006. soulandoak.com/events-workshops. San Luis obispo, Citywide, SLo.

MUSIC from page 28 JEWEL’S HANDMADE HOLIDAY TOUR Dec. 1, 8 p.m. 800-2486274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

YOLANDA DEL RIO LIVE Nov. 17, 8 p.m. 800-248-6274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

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LOMPOC POPS ORCHESTRA: FLAVORS OF THE HOLIDAYS a special, seasonal concert presented by the Lompoc pops orchestra. Dec. 3, 7-9 p.m. $20. 805-735-6463. lompocpopsorchestra.org. First United methodist Church, 925 north F St., Lompoc.

THE CHRISTMAS TRAIN EXPRESS the train boards and departs at the Los olivos flagpole. one parent can ride for free with their child or group of children. Dec. 2, 4-8 p.m. $5. losolivosca.com.

St. mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, 2901 nojoqui ave., Los olivos.

S a n ta m a Ri a Va L L E Y / L o S a L a m o S THE SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY: REJOICE! With the allan Hancock College Singers. Featuring the music of bach, Handel, and pergolesi. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. $20-$40. santamariaphilharmonic.org. First baptist Church, 2970 Santa maria Way, Santa maria, 805-929-0552.

THANKSGIVING YOUTH ART CAMP For ages 7 to 15. Each day will consist of a unique morning creative session to get your artistic juices flowing, followed by a lunch break and a guided painting of a different animal each afternoon. all art materials will be provided. please come with a sack lunch and water bottle.

Nov. 20-22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. gypsystudiosart.com. gypsy Studios Landing, 597 ave of the Flags, Suite 103, buellton.

TRI CITY SOUND CHORUS CHRISTMAS CONCERT tri City Sound Chorus, a chapter of Sweet adelines international, invites women who love to sing to join them for the Christmas season. Women interested in learning about a cappella and/or barbershop-style music are welcome to join in on the season-end rehearsals for the concert on nov. 16 and 30 and dec. 7 from 6:45 to 9pm. Dec. 14, 7 p.m. donations accepted. 805-736-7572. tricitysound.org.

Lutheran Church of our Savior, 4725 S. bradley Road, orcutt.

S a n ta m a Ri a Va L L E Y / L o S a L a m o S GINGERBREAD EXPERIENCE FOR TEENS teens welcome to come to the library to build a gingerbread house. all supplies provided. Creations will be on display for one week to allow time for voting. Registration begins dec. 13. Dec. 22, 3-5 p.m. Free.

805-925-0994. engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?Siteid= 9521&Eventid=317981&pK=. Santa maria public Library, 421 S. mcClelland St., Santa maria.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Dec. 10, 10:45 a.m. Free. 805-937-8405. fbcsantamaria.com. First baptist Church, 2970 Santa maria Way, Santa maria.

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NIGHT LIGHT THEATER: THE SANTA CLAUSE Special holiday screening of The Santa Clause as a part of the library’s monthly family movie night. Dec. 19, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994.

Santa maria public Library, 421 S. mcClelland St., Santa maria.

TAPESTRY: THE CAROLE KING CONCERT EXPERIENCE Faithfully recreates the sound of a Carole King concert with all her top hits, including “You’ve got a Friend”, “natural Woman”, “it’s too Late”, “So Far away”, “i Feel the Earth move” and “beautiful”. Nov. 18, 8-10 p.m. $38-46. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/event/ tapestry-carole-king-concert-experience/. Clark Center for the performing arts, 487 Fair oaks ave., arroyo grande.

SoUtH CoaSt SLo CoUnt Y KIDS TURKEY TROT FUN RUN Fun run for kids only. Co-sponsored by the arroyo grande Lions Club. girls and boys will run the same distance but compete separately. First place winners receive a turkey, second place winners receive a chicken, and third place winners receive a game hen. Nov. 19, 2 p.m. (805) 474-3200. aggbchamber.com. arroyo grande High School, 495 Valley Rd., arroyo grande.

San LUiS obiSpo ALFA LIVE Special guests include Elizabeth Etta, Kelly moreno, david Foster Evans, and tim Jackson. Nov. 21, 6:30-9 p.m. Free.

805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. bang the drum brewery, 950 orcutt Road, San Luis obispo.

A BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA CHRISTMAS the blind boys present seasonal favorites from their grammy-winning Go Tell It On The Mountain and Talkin’ Christmas albums. the preservation Hall Legacy Horns will sit in for several numbers. Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. $30-$58. 805-756-4849. calpolyarts.org. performing arts Center, 1 grand ave., San Luis obispo.

San LUiS obiSpo FAMILY CARE NETWORK’S READING OF THE POLAR EXPRESS put on your pajamas and enjoy cookies, hot cocoa, visiting with Santa Claus, and a special reading of The Polar Express aboard the La Ceusta car at the SLo Railroad musuem. parents can enjoy a wine and cheese tasting. all proceeds benefit the youth and families served by the Family and Care network. Dec. 10, 11 a.m. $10 kids; $15 adults. slochamber.org. San Luis obispo Railroad museum, 1940 Santa barbara ave, San Luis obispo, (805) 548-1894.

CAL POLY CHOIRS: HOLIDAY KALEIDOSCOPE a collaborative celebration of choral music with holiday favorites, carols, and more. both performances will feature the high schools of arroyo grande, morro bay, and San Luis obispo alongside the Cal poly Choirs. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. $12-$14 general; $9-$12 students. 805756-4849. music.calpoly.edu. performing arts Center, 1 grand ave., San Luis obispo.

FORBES PIPE ORGAN CONCERT AND HOLIDAY FAMILY SINGA-LONG Celebrate the holiday season with the SLo Vocal arts Ensemble. Dec. 17, 3 p.m. slochamber.org. mission San Luis obispo de tolosa, 751 palm Street, San Luis obispo, 781-8220.

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE Join the SLo Winds and Christopher Woodruff in celebrating the season. Woodruff will perform Haydn’s iconic Concerto for Trumpet in Eb Major. Dec. 17, 3 p.m. slowinds. org. Cuesta College Cultural and performing arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis obispo, 546-3198.

SLO VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE: CELEBRATE THE SEASON Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $40 premium seating; $35 general admission; $20 students; $10 children. (805) 541-6797. vocalarts.org. mission San Luis obispo de tolosa, 751 palm Street, San Luis obispo.

THIRD ANNUAL HANDEL’S MESSIAH SING-ALONG CONCERT Join the SLo master Chorale in performing the choruses of Handel’s messiah. thomas davies will conduct the Chorale and the audience. Some messiah scores will be available in the lobby. additional carols and songs will also be performed. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. $15. 756-4849. pacslo.org. performing arts Center, 1 grand ave., San Luis obispo.

HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT AT THE MISSION more than 50 artists will perform classical music, contemporary songs, and traditional carols. Dec. 2, 8-10 p.m. $10-$40. 805-541-6797. vocalarts.org. mission San Luis obispo de tolosa, 751 palm Street, San Luis obispo.

HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT AT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH more than 50 artists will perform classical music, contemporary songs, and traditional carols. Dec. 3, 3-5 p.m. $10-$40. 805-5416797. vocalarts.org. United methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks Street, San Luis obispo.

HOLIDAY CHORUS AUDITIONS the pacific Horizon Chorus, affiliated with Sweet adeline’s international, invites women of all ages to audition for a special Holiday Chorus with performances

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See A Christmas Story Dec. 2 through 23 at the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, located at 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. Based on the 1983 film about a boy’s quest to get a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Tickets are $20 to $38. More info: 786-2440 or slorep.org. scheduled for dec. 8 and 9. all holiday songs are arranged in four-part a cappella barbershop style. tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through dec. 5 Free. 805-782-9951. United methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks Street, San Luis obispo, sloumc.com/.

and Edythe broad. the museum collection is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide.

Dec. 10, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. $125-$140. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ education/trips.php?event=1473. San Luis obispo museum of art, 1010 broad St., San Luis obispo.

Art SoUtH CoaSt SLo CoUnt Y 10TH ANNUAL ARTISAN’S FAIRE Join in on the arts, crafts, food, and more presented by the Woman’s Club of arroyo grande. this event is rain or shine. Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-473-1866. arroyo grande Community Center, 211 Vernon St., arroyo grande.

SANTA’S WORKSHOP FINE ART AND CRAFT FAIRE Follows the South County Holiday parade. Features handmade items by local crafters. Enjoy family activities, live music performed by Critical mass, and more. Vendors may download an application online.

Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $45-$52. 805-473-4580. groverbeach.org.

Ramona garden park Center, 993 Ramona ave., grover beach.

San LUiS obiSpo DAY TRIP TO THE BROAD MUSEUM IN LOS ANGELES Join SLoma for a day of contemporary art in downtown Los angeles. Visit the broad museum, an art museum founded by philanthropists Eli

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Art: Classes and Workshops San LUiS obiSpo ARDELLA SWANBERG WORKSHOP: BOOK MAKING Learn how to make a small sketchbook or journal starting with the pages. the perfect gift for artists and writers. Nov. 18, 12:30-4:30 p.m. $30. 805-771-0281. artcentralartsupply.com/. art Central, 1329 monterey St., San Luis obispo.

HOLIDAY GREETING CARDS WORKSHOP Join instructor Suzy mcbride at the SLo Library to get an early start on the holiday season and make your own special greeting cards. Space is limited and registration is required. Dec. 2, 2 p.m. 805-781-5989. slochamber.org. San Luis obispo Library, 995 palm St., San Luis obispo.

HOLIDAY INDIGO DYE VAT PARTY Come indigo dye some gifts

The Outdoors SoUtH CoaSt SLo CoUnt Y FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY AT LOPEZ LAKE Join ECoSLo and SLo County parks to help clean up Lopez Lake. Wear closed toed shoes and a hat. please bring your own gloves, water, and a snack.

Clean-up supplies provided. Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-noon 805-544-1777. ecoslo.org/volunteer-events-slo-county/. Lopez Lake, 6800 Lopez dr., arroyo grande.

SHELL BEACH HOLIDAY STROLL take a holiday stroll down Shell beach Rd. and enjoy all of the lights and decorations. Dec. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. pismochamber.com. Shell beach trailhead, Corner of bluff dr. and El portal, Shell beach, (805) 458-5575.

SIERRA CLUB HIKE: RANCHO GUADALUPE BEACH moderate, six-mile hike along guadalupe beach to mussel Rock and beyond. duration is about 5-6 hours. bring water, lunch, windbreaker, hat, and dress in layers for varying weather. meet at the interpretive signs. Nov. 18, 9:30 a.m. Free. 805-934-2792. sierraclub. org/santa-lucia. Rancho guadalupe beach, 6999 W main St, guadalupe.

SLO COUNTY PUGS ON THE BEACH Socially friendly dogs and their humans are invited to run (leash free) in the surf sand at olde port beach (avila dog beach or Fisherman’s beach). Last Sunday of every month, 2-3 p.m. Free. aggbchamber.com. olde port beach, 6520 avila beach dr., avila beach.

San LUiS obiSpo ECOSLO HIKE: PREFUMO CANYON Join ECoSLo’s SLo Steward, Evan, for a hike starting at the prefumo Canyontrailhead for irish Hills. go online for more information and how to sign up. Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-noon ecoslo.org. prefumo Canyon trailhead, prefumo Canyon Rd, San Luis obispo, 8055441777 ❍

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