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A participant wearing a gold costume strolls along the route during the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival on Dec. 5.

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Tatiana Weston-Web, the second ranked female surfer in the world, competed at the Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro Tournament in Oceanside. (photo by Harvey Rogoff)

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A bulldog participates in the Dog Surfing competition held at Del Mar Dog Beach. (photo by Keshav Gopinath)

2021 PHOTO SHOWCASE

The colorful photos on this page and the next are the selected photos from among those submitted by readers for the 2021 San Diego Words & Pictures Photo Showcase. We, at Words & Pictures, thank all those who sent these wonderful images.

The new greenhouse at The San Diego Botanical Gardens in Encinitas features a Bromeliads Exhibit. (photo by Jane Foster)

A California Least Tern feeds its chick at the southern end of Imperial Beach. (photo by Sandeep Dhar) A juvenile great white shark was spotted off the coast of Del Mar, California. (photo by Nathalie Gras)

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HOLIDAYS ARE BACK: (left) A group of equestrians showcase their graceful steeds during the La Jolla Christmas Parade held Dec 5 in La Jolla following a one-year absence due to COVID restrictions. (photo by Moses Mabini)

REMEMBRANCE: An aircraft pulls up and away from two others (below) as they fly a missing man formation in honor of those killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. This flyover event was witnessed from the deck of the USS Midway Museum during Pearl Harbor Day ceremonies. (photo by David Barak)

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Valerie Brown: 77th District ‘Woman of the Year’

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ssemblymember Brian Maienschein honored Valerie Brown as the 77th State Assembly District’s 2021 Woman of the Year.

A nearly 20-year resident of Rancho Bernardo, Brown has served San Diego County as a volunteer with many community and nonprofit organizations.

Brown has spent time with the Girl Scouts, Neighborhood Watch, San Diego’s Aging in Place Chapter, Rancho Bernardo Hall of Fame, Spirit of the Fourth, Poway Unified School District PTA, the Ed Brown Center for Active Adults, the City of San Diego’s CERT and the Red Cross.

In the aftermath of the October 2007 Witch Creek Wildfire that destroyed more than 1,500 homes, Brown coordinated the community’s long-term disaster recovery efforts. Later, she worked with the countywide Regional Recovery Group and directly helped 500 families in Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Escondido

Assemblymember Brian Maienschein presents Valerie Brown with a framed proclamation stating that she is the 77th State Assembly District’s 2021 Woman of the Year. (courtesy photo)

and Rancho Santa Fe over the span of three years. Since the Witch Creek Fire, Brown has actively volunteered in San Diego County’s subsequent disaster relief through the San Diego County’s Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), in which she currently serves as president, and the Community Recovery Team.

Brown has dedicated 30 years of her

career to nonprofit organizations. She previously worked for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego where she served youth at 13 locations across the county. Most recently, Brown worked as the chief quality assurance and compliance officer for Interfaith Community Services, where she ensured that quality service delivery was provided to tens of thousands of San Diego County’s most vulnerable residents with more than 50 programs.

Currently, Brown works as the senior program officer for United Policyholders, a national nonprofit that aims to be a trustworthy and useful informational resource and an effective voice for consumers of all insurance types. In addition, Brown serves on the board of the Disaster Leadership Team, where she provides seasoned community disaster leaders to support new community leaders working through the disaster recovery process.

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A pop-up tree stand: Make your Christmas green

By David Barak

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he modern concept of temporary pop-up stores has been around for a couple of decades, but one of the earliest incarnations goes back to the middle of the 19th Century when a farmer from the Catskill Mountains brought pine trees to New York City to sell as Christmas trees. That industry has grown and continues to thrive today.

At Mr. Jingles Christmas Trees in Clairemont, one of the company’s four lots in San Diego, workers expect to sell 800 trees this season, along with wreaths, tree bases and water pots, decorative wooden figures and other decorations and accessories.

The company’s trees destined for San Diego homes come from a farm in Oregon, but Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states. It takes from eight to 12 years to grow from seed to a seven-foot harvest-ready tree, depending on the farm’s climate, soil conditions and growing practices.

To keep your tree looking fresh through Christmas, cut a half-inch section off the bottom of the trunk to expose fresh wood if the tree lot doesn’t do that for you.

Avoid whittling down the bottom to fit into a stand that’s too small. Place the tree in water as soon as possible, ideally one quart of water per inch of the trunk’s diameter. The temperature of the water doesn’t matter.

Check the water level at least once a day and refill it as necessary, and keep the tree away from sources of heat like fireplaces and heaters.

Old trees can be used as mulch or to prevent soil erosion on hillsides and river banks, and if they haven’t been sprayed with pesticide or fire retardants they can even be used as cattle fodder. You can even use your tree as a bird feeder. Just remove all of the ornaments, move the tree outside and hang fruit and popcorn from the branches. If the tree remains outside for several months it will dry out enough for you to break

Mr. Jingles Christmas Trees employee Mike Thomas removes the twine from a tree that was just sold. (photo by David Barak)

it apart by hand. Never burn any part of a Christmas tree in a wood stove or fireplace.

Mr. Jingles Christmas Trees operates four locations in San Diego: 3901 Clairemont Drive; 3190 Mission Blvd.; 801 Pearl St.; and 2128 Third Ave. All locations are open Mondays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Fridays through Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit mrjingleschristmastrees.com.

A steel shipping container is used as the Mr. Jingles Christmas Trees office and features small decorative items and accessories for sale. (photo by David Barak)

Chris Mendez (left), Christian Mendez, age 5 (red hat), Julian Mendez, age 2, and Erika Cibrian shop for a Christmas tree. (photo by David Barak)

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THE SCENT OF PINE: Tom’s Adventures Christmas Tree lot, 10510 Marauder Way, is drawing a steady stream of tree shoppers for the holidays. BELOW: This couple is all set after choosing their tree and having it tied to the roof of their vehicle. (photos by John Gregory)

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While surprisingly few structures along Mira Mesa Boulevard are decorated with lighted outdoor displays for the holiday season, The Gathering at Grace Chapel is a beacon with its rooftop display telling the story of Christmas simply with several strings of colored lights. (photo by John Gregory)

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Conducting the orchestra is indescribable experience

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ith a wave of his hand, John LoPiccolo has the unique ability to energize an auditorium, filling the once silent space with the excitement of a hundred instruments, each playing a specific part in the telling of a musical story as translated under the conductor’s direction.

“I wish everyone could, at some time in their life, feel the excitement of conducting a symphony orchestra,” said John LoPiccolo, conductor and music director of the Poway Symphony Orchestra. “It’s kind of like driving a car for the first time. You can take the drivers ed classes, but until you get in the car and actually put your foot on the gas and do it; that’s where it’s at.”

‘When you get in front of a 68-piece orchestra, then suddenly a wave of sound engulfs you and every instrument is humming in unison. It’s like watching an organism breathe. It’s exhilarating.’

The Poway Symphony Orchestra is back, and the next concert will be March 20. (courtesy of Poway Symphony Orchestra)

that it isn’t until the end of the piece, and the applause has silenced, that I can fully appreciate what has just happened.”

LoPiccolo has held the position of conductor and music director of the Poway Symphony since 2014.

Under his leadership, the music is back for another season. The Symphony has experienced tremendous growth both artistically and musically.

“Our opening concert was

another near sellout. We are looking forward to our next concert in March,” LoPiccolo said. “We are going to be featuring our principal cellist, Daniel Grad, and he will be playing the ‘Saint-Saens Concerto for Cello and Orchestra No. 1.’ The other piece we will be featuring is ‘(César) Franck – Symphony in D Minor.’ That is a blockbuster piece which is going to have a big orchestra and promises to be nothing short of incredible.”

Several weeks passed since LoPiccolo had conducted the season’s first concert, but it was obvious from the excitement in his voice that he was still feeling the emotional feedback from opening night.

“As you may have noticed, I’m still flying high off this last concert we did. It was an unbelievable performance by a returning guest artist, Frederick Moyer. He played the big ‘Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto’ with a 68-member

orchestra. It was electrifying,” he said. “The Poway Symphony is becoming a semi-professional orchestra, and that concert made a statement for our upcoming season. We are embarking on bringing in world famous guest artists, which is also unique for a community orchestra.”

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—John LoPiccolo One only has to watch LoPiccolo’s facial expressions and body language as he becomes intertwined with the music he is conducting to see that a piece of him lives in each note. Every change of tempo evokes an emotional expression from the maestro, adding to the excitement of the performance.

“You can study the music and study the score until you hear it in your head.

However, when you get in front of a 68-piece orchestra, then suddenly a wave of sound engulfs you and every instrument is humming in unison. It’s like watching an organism breathe.

It’s exhilarating,” LoPiccolo explained. “Plus, to have a guest artist who is at the top of his or her game, and you’re relating to that person on a very high level – the feeling is indescribable.

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SQUARE New lessons will start on Jan. 6 and will continue every Thursday night. (courtesy of Wranglers Square Dance Club)

The Wranglers Square Dance Club holds weekly classes in Rancho Bernardo and has a monthly “hoedown.” (courtesy of Wranglers Square Dance Club)

Square dancing is for people of all ages and abilities

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ong before the Lindy, Charleston, Jitterbug, Bunny Hop, the Twist, and the Mashed Potato, square dancing was the cat’s meow, giving people from all walks of life a chance to kick up their heels in barns, dance halls and fairgrounds across the nation.

Now, the Wranglers Square Dance Club is back in the swing of things, and is inviting everyone to grab a partner and do-si-do the night away – plus, they’ll even teach you the steps.

“We are excited to announce a new group of lessons will start on Jan. 6,” said Scripps Ranch resident Helen Bragg, who is co-president of the Wranglers Square Dance Club

along with Keith Umbreit.

“Lessons will be every Thursday night, and the first two nights’ (Jan. 6 and 13) lessons will be free. People can just come out, see if they like it; then they may continue on with the class for a small fee. It’s basically a 13week course that will meet from Jan 6 until the end of March.”

Prior to COVID-19 lockdown, the Wranglers conducted dance classes in Poway, but are now holding weekly classes in Rancho Bernardo, along with their monthly “hoedown” in Escondido.

“We are very lucky to be dancing at the Seven Oaks Community Center Auditorium in Rancho Bernardo,” Bragg said. “We know people are going to love our

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classes – no special dress code and you don’t need a partner. Just show up and have fun.”

Bragg said anyone can learn to square dance, even if they have two left feet.

The Wranglers are eager to get everyone into the swing of things with their new dance classes.

“Square dance steps are based on formations and choreographed steps,” Bragg explained. “The ‘caller’ cues the next set of steps in time to the music. One dance may have 10,000 steps, so you aren’t just doing a boring walk while socializing with people to music.”

The caller speaks a language unique to square dancing. It’s a form of musical shorthand because the steps are defined by what

the caller announces.

Bragg did her best to draw a verbal blueprint to a basic call that would be used for a dance: Circle left (join hands, walk in a left circle). Do-sido (circle left, step back then face your partner). Weave The Ring: (everyone form a circle passing each other), Promenade: (skater’s position, circle back home). Then bow to your partner and start all over again.

“One reason why square dancing is so popular around the world is because all the calls are in English. So, you could be in Japan and you would be able to understand the calls even if you don’t speak a word of Japanese,” Bragg said. “The instructor for our group is Buddy Weaver. Buddy is a wellknown caller. In fact, he is

world renown. He travels to Japan, throughout Europe and various states here at home.”

Bragg explained that square dancing is fun for anyone, any age.

“We invite everyone to join us. It’s a wonderful social activity. This is a very low cost way of getting into a new activity, meeting new people, learning a new skill that you can do from your 20s into your 90s,” she said.

The Wranglers welcome everyone to attend their dance classes and monthly dance, however attendees must show proof of having been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

For additional information, email westwoodwranglers@gmail.com or call (858) 432-6173.

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San Diego singer Andra Day at the Observatory in North Park. (photo by David Brooks)

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University of Wyoming cheerleaders attempt to keep out of the rain as they watch time expire during the 2016 Poinsettia Bowl against BYU. (photo by David Brooks)

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Protesters are blocked from entering the freeway under the SR-67 overpass following the shooting of Alfred Olango by El Cajon Police in 2016. (photo by David Brooks)

Combat injured Marine Josue Barron (right) gives advice for walking on prosthetic legs to Jason Hallett as he takes a walk for the first time outside of Freedom Station, gated cottages housing combat veterans transitioning out of the military. (photo by David Brooks)

avid Brooks is a naturally talented photojournalist.

Incredibly, he didn’t pursue his passion for photography until he was about 26.

“I didn’t know it could be a career. … I didn’t know that was possible,” Brooks said. “My dad always told me, ‘Photography is a hobby. You can’t make a living taking pictures.’”

His interest in photography began during a photo class in high school. Still, he didn’t consider a career in photography until he found himself working at a photo lab in his mid-twenties when he was inspired by a photo display the company was involved with. Brooks decided to pursue a photo education at Brooks Institute of Photography in Ventura, which coincidentally shared his last name.

Besides photography, he studied videography.

Brooks worked at a couple of photo internships – one with the Union-Tribune.

The paper eventually hired him as a videographer and

photographer.

Brooks left the Union-Tribune after 12 years to take a position with the San Diego Community College District, where he remains. But he still looks at his newspaper experiences fondly.

“One of the most exciting parts of working in the news is seeing the event, but also seeing behind the scenes,” he said.

He described one emotional assignment that impacted him the most. He spent several days at Freedom Station which houses combat veterans transitioning out of the military. One Marine, age 22, had lost both arms and legs in combat. Eventually, Brooks was allowed to photograph the young man as he ventured out for his first steps during his recovery outside the gates to a coffee shop.

“One of the greatest skills a photographer can have is learning how to navigate sensitive situations,” Brooks said. “I don’t think I would have gotten that photo if I wouldn’t have spent time there – letting them know I’m just trying to tell your story.”

A BYU receiver catches a pass during the 2016 Poinsettia Bowl against the University of Wyoming. (photo by David Brooks

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SPORTS EPIC JAM: A player from Cathedral Catholic High dunks against San Ysidro during the San Diego Tip Off Challenge high school tournament at Montgomery High on Nov. 20. (photo by Justin Fine)

JUMP BALL: A player on the Poway High girls basketball team prepares to tap a jump ball during a 49-45 win against Scripps Ranch on Dec. 3. (photo by Jim Wick)

BASE RUNNER: A determined player runs the bases during a Scripps Ranch Little League MAPS machine pitch division fall ball game at Spring Canyon Park. (photo by Lisa Shadburn)

DEFENSE: A goalie and defender on the Poway High roller hockey team defend against Scripps Ranch in a tough loss on Dec. 6. (photo by Jim Wick)

San Diego Sockers begin defense of MASL title

By Hector Trujillo

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he defending Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) champion San Diego Sockers have officially begun their journey toward a 16th Ron Newman Cup and will play their first home game of the 20212022 regular season this Sunday, Dec. 19, at Pechanga Arena against the Chihuahua Savage. The Sockers, who opened the season on the road back on Dec. 11 against the Tacoma Stars, have basically their entire team returning along with adding the services of veteran midfielder Juan Carlos

“Charlie” Gonzalez.

“I was with the (Ontario Fury) for six years, and I gave everything to be where I’m at today,” Gonzalez said. “I’m blessed to now be playing for the San Diego Sockers.”

This will undoubtedly add to what has already become the most intense rivalry in the league, especially with how last season’s championship ended with San Diego winning the best of three series in dramatic fashion against the Fury.

“We have most of the group returning and the team feels very confident in our ability to repeat,” said Sockers team captain Kraig Chiles.

(photo courtesy of Eddie Trujillo)

The Sockers will play a total of 24 games this season, split evenly between home and away with six of those matches coming against the Fury and four against the Savage, which will be playing its first season as part of

the league.

San Diego will play its longest road trip of the season starting on Jan. 16 and ending on Jan. 26 – facing Ontario and Chihuahua twice before returning home on Jan. 28 to face off against

the Tacoma Stars.

The Sockers wrap up the regular season with two home games on March 31 against the Florida Tropics and on April 3 against Ontario.

Regardless of whether or not the Sockers are successful in their title defense, the team will definitely have something to look forward to in 2023 as they move to their new state-of-the-art 6,000 seat arena in Oceanside.

The arena will be located in El Corazon Park near the SoCal Sports Complex, which is already home to 20 soccer fields and plays host to numerous youth soccer events.

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Easy-peasy charcuterie delight

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t’s the most wonderful time of the year! Festivities and seasonal delights are in full bloom.

Planning and preparing for the holiday feast can be stressful, time-consuming and expensive. That is why it’s also a great time of the year to add holiday cheer with a festive charcuterie board. Charcuterie is a French term that originated in the 15th century and is pronounced “shar-coo-tareree.” It refers to the culinary art of displaying cured meats and accompaniments like cheeses and fruits.

Charcuterie boards have become very popular, and the newest trend is to combine a greater selection of foods, flavors, contrasts and colors, which makes it fun!

They are no longer limited to traditional meats, cheeses and accompaniments. It is ok to be creative and mix and match foods to accommodate all palates.

Holiday charcuterie boards make entertaining easy with less cooking, fewer dishes to wash, and most importantly, they add a special festive touch to the table.

Here are some of the basic steps to make a fun and tasty holiday charcuterie board that even kids will love.

First – Pick a platter or cutting board. The size will depend on how many foods and snacks you want to display.

They are all bite-size, easy to grab, and easy to share.

You will also need small bowls for dipping sauces, condiments and spreads.

Second – Pick the foods you enjoy. Shop in your fridge and pantry first to use what you already have. It will save you time and money.

Third – Make a healthier version. Add proteins like rolled turkey slices, low-sodium prosciutto, salmon lox, any kind of cooked beans; low-fat cheeses like goat cheese, skim mozzarella and gouda; hard-boiled eggs; roasted chickpeas and nuts of any kind.

Add festive colors with lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Get creative and make some artsy holiday characters. Add some canned and jarred foods, like olives, marinated or pickled veggies, and some sweet and salty spreads like hummus, tapenade, mashed avocado, tzatziki sauce. For condiments and dips, include low-fat cream cheese dip

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Christmas tree charcuterie board: Tomato medley, celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber slices, sugar snap peas, yellow pepper, cheese variety slices (manchego, goat and iberico), and rosemary sprigs for garnish. (photo by Sonia Cervantes)

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Holiday charcuterie board: Rolled turkey slices, prosciutto rolls, salmon lox, grapes variety, chickpea salad, cornichons, tomato medley, garlic-stuffed olives, cranberry goat cheese, kiwi slices, hummus, dolmas, tzatziki sauce and rosemary crackers. (photo by Sonia Cervantes)

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Rancho Viejo Mexican Food

CLAIREMONT/ KEARNY MESA

16479 Bernardo Center Dr. (858) 524-6554

Buga Korean BBQ Restaurant

ranchoviejomexicanfood. com

5580 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

(858) 560-1010

Tandoori Xpress

bugabbq.com

15817 Bernardo Center Dr. Suite 112 (858) 798-5234

China Quick Wok

tandoorixpresssd.com

4310 Genesee Ave., #112 (858) 565-8555

Urge American Gastropub

Cross Street Chicken and Beer

16761 Bernardo Center Dr. (858) 673-8743

4403 Convoy St. (858) 430-6001

rb.urgegastropub.com

crossstreetcnb.com

Crab Hut

Go Go Sushi & Ramen

4646 Convoy St., #106a (858) 565-1678

9430 Mira Mesa Blvd. #5C (858) 530-8600

EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya

Menya Ultra Mira Mesa

crabhutrestaurant.com

4706 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

(858) 246-6903

eenamisd.com

The Fire Spot

4646 Convoy St. (858) 737-4135

Hinotez

7947 Balboa Ave. (858) 565-4244

sandiegoyakyudori.com

Khan’s Cave Grill & Tavern

9350-F Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

(858) 279-9799

khanscave.com

Matoi

4212 Convoy St. (858) 737-4556

matoisandiego.com

Palmitos Mexican Eatery

5145 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

(858) 974-1946

palmitos.business.site

Robataya Oton

5447 Kearny Villa Rd. (858) 277-3989

robatayaotonsd.com

Sushi Diner

7530 Mesa College Dr., B (858) 565-1179

sushidiner1.com

Yakyudori

4898 Convoy St., #101 (858) 268-2888

sandiegoyakyudori.com

gogosushisd.com

8141 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 397-2247

menya-ultra.com

Pho Ca Dao & Grill

8373 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 564-0917

tajimasandiego.com

Tajima Ramen Mercury

4411 Mercury St. #110 (858) 278-5367

tajimasandiego.com

MIRA MESA/MIRAMAR California Fish Grill

8285 Mira Mesa Blvd., Suite B (858) 400-4066

cafishgrill.com

Crab Hut

8280 Mira Mesa Blvd., Suite E (858) 860-5225

crabhutrestaurant.com

Gen Korean BBQ

10765 Westview Pkwy.

(858) 800-1157

genkoreanbbq.com

Kaminski’s BBQ & Sports Lounge

12735 Poway Rd. (858) 748-1106

kaminskisbbq.com

Lienzo Charro

12511 Poway Rd. (858) 486-4644

orderlienzocharro.com

Lupe’s Cafe

phocadaogrill.com

12759 Poway Rd. #2 (858) 513-3964

Rakiraki Ramen & Tsukemen

Mainstream Bar & Grill

8973 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 536-3178

rakirakiramen.com

Siam Nara Thai Cuisine

8993 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 566-1300

siamnara.com

Tasty Pot

9379 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 492-7939

tastypotsandiego.com

Tom Cat Bar & Grill 9388 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 566-5300

tomcatsportsbar.com

Vallarta Express Mexican Eatery

9313 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 566-6761

The Boiling Crab

9015 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 695-9025

theboilingcrab.com

The Fancy Fish

9430 Mira Mesa Blvd. #5B (858) 586-6228

thefancyfishtogo.com

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4681 Convoy St, (858) 576-7244

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13385 Poway Rd. (858) 486-6246

mainstreampoway.net

Pho Ca Dao & Grill

12719 Poway Rd. (858) 883-5605

Filippi’s Pizza Grotto

13000 Oak Knoll Dr. (858) 748-1800

realcheesepizza.com/ poway

The Hop Stop

14055 Midland Rd. (858) 883-4645

thehopstopsd.com

Iron Pan Thai Kitchen

13538 Poway Rd., Suite A (858) 668-0888

ironpanthaikitchen.com

cheersbargrill.com

Don Rios

12865 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd.

(858) 484-2136

Knotty Barrel

13211 Black Mountain Rd. (858) 365-7036

knottybarrelpq.com

Luna Grill

Wonderful Sushi

13314 Poway Rd. (858) 486-0764

powaysirishpub.com

Rosaria’s Pizza

12352 Poway Rd. (858) 748-8242

rosariapizzamenu.com

Thai Ladle

12222 Poway Rd., Suite 4 (858) 842-6706

thailadle.com

RANCHO BERNARDO Akai Hana

16769 Bernardo Center Dr. #11 (858) 451-0074

Carvers Steaks & Chops

11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr. (858) 485-1262

carverssteak.com

The Cork and Craft

Kelly’s Pub

buathaisandiego.com

Cheers Bar & Grill

9995 Carmel Mountain Rd. (858) 484-4215

Poway’s Irish Pub

brigantine.com

12378 Poway Rd., Suite C (858) 679-7073

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Brigantine

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14727 Pomerado Rd. (858) 679-5862

16990 Via Tazon (858) 618-2463

13445 Poway Rd. (858) 486-3066

The Barrel Room

16765 Bernardo Center Dr. (858) 673-7512

thecorkandcraft.com

15817 Bernardo Center Dr, Suite 113 (858) 613-3649

kellyspublichouse.com

Mama Cella’s

16707 Bernardo Center Dr. (858) 613-7770

mamacellas.com

Primos Mexican Food

16711 Bernardo Center Dr. (858) 674-1141

primosmex.com

Rancho Bernardo Inn

17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr. (855) 574-5356

ranchobernardoinn.com

13185 Black Mountain Rd. Suite 3 (858) 538-0166

wonderfulsushipq.com

SABRE SPRINGS Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe

12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy, Suite 107 (858) 486-8863

nutmegsd.com

Phileas Fogg’s

11385 Poway Rd., Suite 100 (858) 486-4442

phileasfoggs.com

Senor Taquero 2

11385 Poway Rd. (858) 668-7343

senortaquero2.com

Zen Modern Asian Bistro

13510 Sabre Springs Pkwy.

Suite 103 (858) 216-1068

zenmodernasian.com

SCRIPPS RANCH Board & Brew – Scripps Ranch

9880 Hibert St., Suite E-3 (858) 689-2739

boardandbrew.com

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The French Oven Bakery

10299 Scripps Trail, Suite E (858) 536-8706

thefrenchovenbakery.com

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

9844 Hibert St. #1 (858) 693-3790

gyu-kaku.com

Himalayan Grill

9842 Hibert St. (858) 566-6015

himalayangrillsd.com

The Junction

10006 Scripps Ranch Blvd.

(858) 860-5445

junctionbarandgrillsr.com

Manila Sunset

9837 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 578-6200

manilasunset.com

Newtopia Cyder

10045-A Carroll Canyon Rd. (858) 926-4305

drinknewtopia.com

Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe

10755 Scripps Poway Pkwy.

(858) 397-2922

nutmegsd.com

Public House 131

10393 Spring Canyon Rd., #B (858) 537-0890

publichouse131.com

Santana’s Mexican Food

12010 Scripps Summit Dr. Suite A (858) 547-8900

santanas-mexican-food. business.site

Savagewood Brewing Company

9879 Hibert St. Suite F (858) 577-0350

savagewoodbrewing.com

Shabu-Works

9841 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 860-5730

shabuworks.com

Shozen BBQ

Chile Peppers Mexican Eatery

9906 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 586-0099

chilepeppersmexeat.com

Taste of Hunan

Filippi’s Pizza Grotto Scripps Ranch

tasteofhunan.com

10299 Scripps Trail (858) 578-4210

9969 Mira Mesa Blvd.

(858) 586-0888

realcheesepizza.com/ scripps-ranch

shozenmanpo.com

9880 Hibert St., Suite E2 (858) 860-5118

Yanni’s Bar & Grill

12015 Scripps Highlands Dr. (858) 527-0011

yannisbarandgrill.com

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noon to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. baronamuseum.org

DECEMBER 17

Snow N Glow Holiday Festival

Gaze at over a million sparkling lights, stroll through holiday enchantment or choose to cruise in your own car at this electrifying event at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Now through Jan. 2. Complete Snow N Glow Holiday Experience: $34.99. Walkthrough Glow Only Experience: $12.99$17.99. Drive-thru Experience: $45.00. Private igloo rentals, S’mores kits, food and drinks available. snownglow.com

A Longing for Christmas

The eclectic San Diego vocal performance ensemble SACRA/PROFANA returns to live in-person performances with a holiday concert and CD release on Friday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. in St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Hear songs from the new album “A Longing for Christmas” and other holiday offerings.

Admission is free. sacraprofana.org

DECEMBER 26 Kwanzaa Celebration

Celebrate and reaffirm family, community and culture during the 41st annual Kwanzaa Celebration at WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park. This year’s event celebrates five of the seven days of Kwanzaa, which is an African American holiday beginning Dec. 26. Free. Check website for daily activities and times. events.worldbeatcenter.org

Botanic Wonderland

Enjoy nighttime holiday magic walking through a mile-long pathway lit up with holiday lights to enjoy the outdoor garden, photos with Santa, carolers, food trucks and more. 5:30 to 9 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)

Now through Dec. 30.

Tickets start at $14. sdbgarden.org

Wild Holidays at the Safari Park

Immerse yourself in the wild wonderland with twinkling lights, holiday music and seasonal treats at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. 4-8 p.m. Now through Jan. 2. sdzsafaripark.org

Teatro Pinata at New Children’s Museum

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is the season for holiday fun, and Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo and Wild Holidays at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park offer holiday experiences for the entire family.

Jungle Bells: Jungle Bells treats guests to lights, entertainment, holiday music and views of wildlife. Visitors to Jungle Bells won’t want to miss “Aurora,” a visual and sound experience that weaves 3D projections, music and light into a spectacular performance. Friendly mythical wind, water and ice sprites share their stories, as well as the power of nature contained within their mystical orbs. As the performance comes to a conclusion, the Aurora Borealis appears.

Jungle Bells is full of exciting experiences, including Dr. Zoolittle’s animal-themed version of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” the Northern Frontier Holiday Forest aglow with decorated and lighted trees, and the toog tree on Front Street, which doesn’t just light up, it appears to come to life. Guests can visit Santa at Gingerbread Landing, see some of Santa’s elves as they keep things hopping with their energetic trampoline performance at the “Toy Shop Hop,” enjoy a jazzy carol session and strolling musicians, join in the Reindeer Games on the main plaza and meet larger-than-

Viejas Ice Skating Rink

Come skate away at Southern California’s largest outdoor ice rink. 3-10 p.m.

Now through Jan 2. Tickets $18-$20 including skates. viejas.com

Automotive Museum Transformation

Experience the transformation of the San Diego Automotive Museum at Balboa Park from the inside out.

Put your hazards on and brake for the multi-million dollar car and motorcycle collection and memorabilia. Now through Dec. 30.

Tickets $7-$14; children age 5 and under are free.

life friendly zoo characters like Dr. Harry Lion, Churchill Polar Bear, Sydney Koala and their friends. The beloved Balboa Park Miniature Train will be running during Jungle Bells. Jungle Bells runs through Jan. 2.

sandiegozoo.org/junglebells

Wild Holidays: Guests can see the Safari Park in a whole new light at Wild Holidays, on select dates through Jan. 2. Visitors can walk the pathways on a holiday expedition and travel through places that glow and twinkle with holiday cheer. Fanciful characters, musical entertainment, storytelling and culinary treats round out the evening of holiday festivities. Visitors will enjoy Safari Park Radio 197.2 playing holiday hits throughout Safari Base Camp, with the DJ presenting “Did you Know?” segments and trivia games; and they will laugh with animated Robert the Zebra during the daytime hours, and dance along to Wild Holidays’ musical entertainment. The Safari Park’s adventure and explorer extraordinaire, Safari Parker, will read an original holiday story, “’Twas the Night before Wild Holidays,” at the Village Playground; and guests can take a photo with Santa Claus in his whimsical home at the Village Marketplace.

sdzsafaripark.org/wild-holidays

Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m.5 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Last admission at 4:30 p.m.) sdautomuseum.org

Discover San Diego’s hidden gems

Secret Spots drive-thru Experience: See secret beaches, public art and the quirky/colorful areas. And the cool part? You can experience all of this, from the comfort of your own vehicle.

Sunday, Dec. 26; Monday, Dec. 27; Friday, Dec 31; and Saturday, Jan. 2 at 11 a.m.

Meeting place is one block from the Bird Rock Coffee Roasters. It is 2 miles south

of La Jolla village. Actual address will be sent after reservation is made. Reservations are needed. Contact Menkin@WhereTours.com.

(619) 917-6037 WhereTours.com

‘Peyii ‘Enyeway ‘Esekaayches! We Are Still Here’

Join the Barona Cultural Center & Museum to experience an evocative take on cancel culture and experience the powerful visual representation of Barona’s existence and how the tribe has not only survived, but also thrived. Free. Open Thursdays and Fridays,

Enjoy a magical, interactive backstage world of theatre for children with dramatic lighting, a costume forest and manipulatable props that spark imagination and play. Open Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 9 a.m. to noon; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Now through Dec 31. Admission $10-$15, members and children under age 2 free. thinkplaycreate.org

DECEMBER 28 SDCCU Holiday Bowl

The SDCCU Holiday Bowl match-up is UCLA Bruins vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack! 5 pm. Tickets start at $90. Petco Park.

Check online for pre-game activities and Bowl Week events. holidaybowl.com

DECEMBER 30 Mannheim Streamroller Christmas

Surround yourself in the Christmas spirit with the signature sound including classic carols, original songs and multimedia effects in this intimate setting at the Civic Theatre. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets start at $39. sandiegotheatres.com

DECEMBER 31 Movies on the Beach

End the year with a chill vibe at the Hotel Del Coronado with the featured movie “Big” at 6:30 p.m. followed by the New Year’s Eve Times Square ball drop at 9 p.m. Good eats and holiday treats also available. $25. hoteldel.com See

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The La Jolla Cove Swim Club tradition started in the ’80s, but this New Year’s morning tradition will guarantee much lower water temps for revelers.

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Guests get a glimpse of seahorse babies, learn about Birch Aquarium’s breeding program and experience what it takes to care for these unique fish, including an opportunity to feed them. Check availability and book online.

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The Go-Go’s: Can you do the “Cool Jerk?”

This all-female band made history as the first, and to date only, all-female band that both wrote their own songs and played their own instruments to ever top the Billboard charts. Tickets start at $42. San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. sandiegotheatres.org

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Berkeley. Participants must be 18 and older and provide their own health insurance. sdmaritime.org

JANUARY 6 She Say So

Live music is back and this female-led rock and party band specializes in playing ferocious versions of every song you love. Free. 8 p.m.

The Kraken. krakencardiff.com

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition

Dive into each picture and experience one of the world’s greatest artistic achievements: Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, reproduced in a format that allows viewers to get face-to-face with the masterpieces. Now through Jan 16. Tickets $13-$20. Westfield Mission Valley. chapelsistine.com

Tall Ship Sailor Training

The Maritime Museum of San Diego announces the first stage of 2022 curriculum to train individuals 18+ how to sail and maintain tall ships. Vessel training includes learning the skills to sail the Star of India, plus the Spanish galleon replica San Salvador. Open orientation will be held Jan. 5 at the Maritime Museum of San Diego aboard the steam ferryboat

er Series presents modern culinary choices in a literal visual feast. Bring your appetite for this sumptuous artwork at Oceanside Museum of Art. Now through March 12. Tickets $5-$10; members free. oma-online.org

JANUARY 14 ‘The Snowy Day’

San Diego Junior Theatre presents “The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats.” Follow Peter and his friends as they romp and play, starting snowball fights and making snow angels in this celebration of childhood joys and the wonder of imagination.

Jan. 14-23. juniortheatre.com

JANUARY 18 Cadillac Fringe

Jam to this four-piece classic rock and blues band as they play your favorites in this Encinitas venue. Free.

9 p.m. Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill.

Peabodysrocks.com

JANUARY 22 San Diego Resolution Run

“Let’s Eat!” by Duke Windsor

Duke Windsor: Nothing’s Impossible

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‘THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME’

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an Diego Repertory Theatre (San Diego REP) will present its production of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.”

The production will run Jan. 6-30 in San Diego REP’s Lyceum Space. Based on the international bestselling novel by

Mark Haddon, which was inspired by a Sherlock Holmes tale, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” has won seven Olivier Awards and five Tony Awards, including “Best Play.” Individual tickets are on sale now. Call (619) 544-1000 or visit the website.

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Bay. 7:15 a.m. Registration costs start at $45. Tecolote Shores. sandiegorunningco.com

AAUW contest

All California high school students are invited to compete in Speech Trek, a

speech competition sponsored by the American Association of University Women of California. The topic is: “Has the United States lived up to its pledge of liberty and Justice for all? Would requiring the study of diversity, equity and inclusion in a high school setting help ensure liberty and Justice for all?”

Registration deadline is Jan. 22. The local contest will be held at the Rancho Penasquitos library. First place prize is $1,000.00, second place prize is $500, and the third place prize is $250. Contact the AAUW Poway Penasquitos branch at aauwboard@gmail.com. powayarea-ca.AAUW.net

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