December 11th, 2014 at 4:00 pm
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Come explore the oldest large-scale outdoor Christmas display in the world. Currently recognized as California State Landmark No. 990, Christmas Tree Lane is where you can enjoy the “Mile of Christmas Trees” boasting 10,000 individual lights, and join thousands of revelers waiting to take in the holiday festivities including Santa Claus, live performances of local choirs, marching bands and solo performers.
Where:
Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena
Santa Rosa Avenue between Woodbury Avenue and Altadena Drive
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December 11th, 2014 at 2:00 pm
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Climb aboard a double-decker and enjoy 50 minutes of the highlights of downtown Oxnard as your guided tour departs from Centennial Plaza and explores the Historic District’s wondrous nighttime display of holiday lights and décor. Get ready for a stop at Heritage Square so you can partake in some hot cocoa and cookies before exploring Christmas Tree Lane.
Where:
Centennial Plaza, Downtown Oxnard
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December 11th, 2014 at 12:00 pm
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Sponsored by the Lions Club of Carpinteria and hosted by Hickey Brothers Land Co., the fifth annual Festival of Trees is now open. Proceeds from this event benefit the Carpinteria High School Field Restoration Project. This year, 26 local businesses and nonprofits are participating by decorating a 6 ½-foot pre-lit artificial Christmas tree with their own unique holiday theme. Each participant will supply the holiday decorations and gifts for their tree in the amount of $300 or more. Previously, the festival raised more than $14,000 through the sale of $1 raffle tickets. This year, the Lions Club hopes to raise $20,000.
Where:
700 Linden Ave.
Carpinteria, CA 93013
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December 11th, 2014 at 8:00 am
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Watch as Beverly Cañon Gardens is transformed into a European-style holiday village complete with local merchants peddling their one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, and enjoy a bounty of wonderful and delicious seasonal treats. Bring the kids so they can participate in all the festivities and discover how much fun the whole family can have.
Where:
Beverly Cañon Gardens
241 N. Cañon Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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December 10th, 2014 at 4:00 pm
What:
Near the top of our “what we love about the holidays” list falls the assorted craft beers that are released around this time of year. There’s nothing quite like decorating a tree while drinking your favorite winter ale or special seasonal craft brew. If that sounds like your perfect afternoon, this event is one you don’t want to miss. Join the producers of the OC Brew Ha Ha for their third annual holiday ale festival, the OC brew Ho Ho.
The event is held in the garden gazebo area of the Phoenix Club. Purchase a festival pass for $55 or a designated reindeer pass for $10. Tickets include more than 50 craft beers, commemorative festival glass, unlimited 2-ounce tastings, brewery merchandise expo and shopping, pictures with Santa, and music from Sirius XM and KROQ radio DJ legend Richard Blade.
Where:
Phoenix Club
1340 S. Sanderson Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
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