WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS

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Marina Lights at Burton Chace Park Throughout December

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park – one of the only parks in Los Angeles that is surrounded by water on three sides. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and décor will take place every night through New Year’s Eve. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants.

13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, 4 to 10 p.m., mdrholidays.com

Urbanic Holiday Happy Hour Thursday, Dec. 23

After your work day, come enjoy some wine, wassail and nibbles at Urbanic Paper Boutique inside of Free Market. Bring all of your gifts and simplify the holiday to-do list with Urbanic’s gift wrapping service. Every Thursday and Friday night through December.

12775 West Millennium, Drive Playa Vista, 5 to 7 p.m.

Participate in beach yoga on Santa Monica Beach every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to noon for Beach Flow.

CREDIT: BEACH YOGA SOCAL

Dec. 25, the classic film “A Christmas Story” will be shown.

1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 6 to 8 p.m., loewshotels.com/santa monica/ discover/holidays

Seaside Cinema & Santa’s Workshop Friday, Dec. 24 & Saturday, Dec. 25

Enjoy timeless classics, seasonal culinary treats, letter writing to Santa and more through Dec. 31 at Loews Santa Monica. On Dec. 24, watch the hit holiday movie “Elf.” On

Christmas in Venice Saturday, Dec. 25

For the past nine years, a large group of volunteers come together to feed, clothe, hand out toiletries and bring smiles to the less fortunate community of Venice Beach. Due to COVID-19 regulations they have now moved their event from the Venice Beach basketball courts to a nearby area where most of the homeless have relocated in between Hampton Drive and Main Street. They need your helping hands, physical and money donations to keep the event alive and going. This year they have had to pay permits to shut down the street, rent barricades and tables, get insurance, supplies and more. If you can’t attend to help feed the homeless, you are more than welcome to make a cash donation or donate items including toiletries, clothing, and more. Masks are required at all times. To participate you must RSVP at Eventbrite.com/e/christmasin-venice-2021-tickets-224959559097. For more info, email lostangelorg@ gmail.com.

219 Rose Avenue, Venice, 6 to 10 a.m., lostangelesla.org

CREDIT: LOS ANGELES

Marina del Rey Farmers Market, Saturday, Dec. 25

This weekly outdoor event allows Westside residents to support local produce sellers and other vendors. Food from a wide variety of businesses is available for purchase. Masks are required and only 40 people are allowed to shop at any one time. Held in parking lot 11.

14101 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, 8 to 9 a.m. (seniors), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (general public), beaches.lacounty.gov/ mdrfarmersmarket

Beach Yoga Saturday, Dec. 25 & Sunday, Dec. 26

Join Vee every Saturday and Sunday for Beach Flow. Build a connection to Mother Ocean while you flow, and walk away feeling refreshed and grounded. Bring a big beach towel. You can also bring a mat or any props/ Classes are for all ages and levels of experience, from novice to expert. Don’t forget your water, sunscreen and sunglasses. Located directly on Santa Monica Beach next to Lifeguard Tower 26. Call 424-262-5362 with any questions. $25 per person.

2600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, 10:30 a.m. to noon, eventbrite.com/e/beach-yogaon-santa-monica-beachtickets-154486337795

Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market, Sunday, Dec. 26

Shop for local fresh produce and prepared foods from local restaurants. You can also enjoy musical entertainment from featured weekly bands, face painting, balloon designs, and if you catch it on the right week, a cooking demonstration featuring local produce.

2640 Main St., Santa Monica, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Mar Vista Farmers Market, Sunday, Dec. 26

This vibrant, year-round market offers local produce, prepared foods, kids crafts and live events.

12198 Venice Blvd., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., marvistafarmersmarket.org Motor Avenue Farmers Market, Sunday, Dec. 26

The Motor Avenue Farmers Market enhances the farm-totable connection and availability of fresh, local produce to residents of the Palms, Cheviot Hills, Beverlywood and surrounding communities. The market is dedicated to cultivating a sustainable food system through its operation and educational programs. The market consistently provides a wonderful opportunity to create synergy between local businesses and residents while promoting a healthy city and a vibrant community. Open every Sunday, rain or shine.

10418 National Blvd., Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., motoravenuemarket.com

Westchester Farmers Market Sunday, Dec. 26

Certified farmers market brings together some of the region’s best small and micro farmers from the Central Coast and Ventura counties with over 30 local food businesses, kids activities and live bands. Held in the heart of downtown Westchester adjacent to many new and thriving local businesses from an independent bookstore to local eateries with plenty of free parking. Held every Sunday rain or shine!

6200 W. 87th St., Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., westchesterfarmersmkt.com

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Enjoy timeless classics, seasonal culinary treats, letter writing to Santa and more at Loews Santa Monica, which is hosting Seaside Cinema and Santa’s Workshop events through Dec. 31.