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2022/23 ENTERTAINMENT

DECEMBER 7 - 10 & DECEMBER 14 - 18, 2022

A dazzling holiday experience with a light show, displays, vendors, concerts, and movies! Highlights include “Elf” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” movie nights, and concerts including Merry & Bright and the Doo Wop Project Christmas. Don’t miss North County’s newest holiday spectacular!

JANUARY – MARCH 2023 Come indoors at The Moonlight for our cabaret series featuring regional artists including Broadway star David Burnham, the Crazy Talented Asians, and more.

MARCH 31, 2023 A Tribute to Selena starring Karol Posadas

APRIL 1, 2023 Who’s That Girl - The Ultimate Diva Experience

APRIL 14, 2023 Constantine Maroulis starring in Foreigners Journey

APRIL 15, 2023 The Garth Guy - The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute

JUNE 29, 2023 Mick Adams & The Stones - The Ultimate Rolling Stones Tribute

JUNE 30, 2023 Jimmy Buffet Tribute - Adventures in Parrotdise

JULY 1, 2023 Dead Man’s Party - The Oingo Boingo & Danny Elfman tribute

JULY 2, 2023 TUSK - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

JULY 6, 2023 Queen Nation - A Tribute to Queen

JULY 7, 2023 Yächtly Crëw - The Titans of Soft Rock!

JULY 8, 2023 Who’s Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

MAY 10 - 27, 2023 Jesus Christ Superstar

JUNE 7 - 24, 2023 The Wedding Singer

JULY 19 - AUGUST 5, 2023 Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 42nd Street

SEPTEMBER 13 - 30, 2023 Saturday Night Fever

OUTDOOR ICE SKATING AND/OR SNOW FUN

Snow ‘n Glow Holiday Festival at www.delmarfairgrounds.com

Jingle Terrace Live at Moonlight Amphitheatre www.moonlightstage.com

SnowSide Winter Fest at Emerald Isle Golf, Oceanside www.emeraldislegolf.net

Viejas Outlet Center across from Viejas Casino www.viejasoutletcenter.com

Rady Children’s Ice Rink at Liberty Station www.libertystation.com

Skating by the Sea at Hotel Del Coronado www.hoteldel.com

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration www.seaworldsandiego.com

Snow Days at Omni La Costa in Carlsbad www.omnihotels.com

Peltzer Winery Ice Rink in Temecula www.peltzerwinery.com

Fairmont Grand Del Mar – Glice Skating www.granddelmar.com

Poway Winter Festival–January 13-14 sledding, snow fun www.poway.org

and Snow In and Around San Diego

INDOOR ICE SKATING

IceTown: 2283 Cosmos Court, Carlsbad 92011 (760) 893-8219 www.icetowncarlsbad.com

Escondido Sports Center 3315 Bear Valley Parkway just off I-15 www.recreation.escondido.org

UTC Ice Sports Center in Westfield UTC Shopping Centre: 4545 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite E23, San Diego 92122 (858) 452-9110 www.utcice.com

Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center: 6737 University Ave., San Diego CA 92115 (619) 287-5762 http://sd.kroccenter.org

San Diego Ice Arena: 11048 Ice Skate Place, San Diego, CA 92126 (858) 530-1825 www.sdice.com

Viejas Outlet Center Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

Viejas ice skating rink is Southern California’s largest outdoor ice rink. Enjoy sparkling holiday lights, entertainment, and a seasonal water show. The Outlet Center also offers excellent shopping to keep parents busy while the kids are skating. www.viejas.com

Rady Children’s Ice Rink at Liberty Station

This winter, Rady Children’s Ice Rink returns to Liberty Station for the 26th year. The rink has welcomed more than 40,000 skaters to a winter wonderland for more than two decades. It is open daily from 10am to 10pm between November 18 and January 9. The rink is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. www.libertystation.com

Hotel del Coronado’s Skating by the Sea Skating by the Sea is a unique Southern California experience with an outdoor ice skating rink overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The oceanfront Windsor Lawn transforms into a spectacular ice rink, with skating sessions offered daily, from Nov. 22 to Jan. 2. A portion of the skating proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation® San Diego. www.hoteldel.com

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration SeaWorld welcomes the return of beautiful holiday decorations, along with a music-activated tunnel of lights and a sea-themed Christmas tree through Jan. 2. www.seaworldsandiego.com

San Diego is a paradise with perfect year-round weather, but when it rains, there is magic in the mountain areas of San Diego’s East County.

Cuyamaca Peak/Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (52 mi northeast of SD) www.parks.ca.gov

Julian (60 mi northeast of SD) www.julianca.com

Palomar Mountain State Park (77 mi northeast of SD) www.palomarsp.org

Laguna Mountain/Sunrise Highway (55 mi east of SD) www.lagunamountain.com

Pine Creek Wilderness (68 miles east of SD) www.fs.usda.gov

Wildomar (40 miles from Escindido) www.cityofwildomar.org

Just a little northeast from San Diego, in Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura Counties, you will find more snow for tubing, sledding, and skiing at Lake Arrowhead/Big Bear (Snow Valley, Snow Summit, Bear Mountain, Rim Nordic, and Snow Resort Weather), Running Springs, Idyllwild, Mount San Jacinto State Park (via Palm Springs Aerial Tramway), Mount Baldy, Mountain High/ Wrightwood and Frazier Park/Mt. Pinos. Of course, even more north you’ll find slopes at Mammoth Mountain, June Lake, and Lake Tahoe. Santa’s Village in Skyforest, San Bernardino Mountains www.skyparkssantasvillage.com

Snow Valley Mountain Resort Snow Play Area – Running Springs www.snow-valley.com

Snow Drift Tubing Park – Running Springs www.snowdrift.net

Big Bear Snow Play www.bigbearsnowplay.com Big Bear – Snow Summit www.bigbearmountainresort.com

Mammoth Mountain www.mammothmountain.com June Mountain www.junemountain.com Lake Tahoe www.squawalpine.com

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North Coast Repertory Theatre

TWO PIANOS FOUR HANDS, Dec 7 – Jan 1

By

Ted Dykstra and Richard Greenblatt

Featuring Jefferson McDonald and Matthew McGloin, Staged by Tom Frey

Get ready for an interlude of riotous laughter as Jefferson McDonald and Matthew McGloin take us on a musical comedic journey about their would-be careers as concert pianists. The talented duo trade stories about piano les sons, pushy parents and eccentric teachers while play ing everything from Bach to Billy Joel. This entertaining, crowd-pleasing show not only hits all the right notes, it tickles the ivories and your funny bone.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT, Jan 11 – Feb 12

Conceived and Originally Directed by Sheldon Epps, Original

Vocal Arrangements and Musical Direction by Chapman Roberts, Orchestrations and Additional Vocal Arrangements by Sy Johnson

Directed by Yvette Freeman

According to the legendary Billie Holiday, “Blues is to jazz what yeast is to bread.” With 26 glorious, hot, torchy songs fueling this revue, a powerful cast of singers plumb the innermost reaches of their hearts, sharing the heart break and humor of life and the indomitable will to do more than survive.

THE CHERRY ORCHARD, Mar 1 – Mar 26

By Anton Chekhov in a version by Jean-Claude van Italie, Directed by David Ellenstein

Anton Chekhov’s beloved masterwork is a rich tapestry of the human condition woven into a

humorous and haunting tale. With universal themes of societal upheaval, love, loss, grief, envy, and ambition.

MURDER ON THE LINKS – WORLD

PREMIERE, April 19 – May 14

By Steven Dietz. Directed by Steven Dietz

ELEANOR – WEST COAST PREMIERE, June 7 – July 2

By Mark St. Germain, Directed by David Ellenstein

PIPPIN, July 19 – Aug 13

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Book by Roger O. Hirson Directed by Nick DeGruccio, Choreographer Roxane Carrasco North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach. For complete show listings and more information, call (858) 481-1055 or visit www. northcoastrep.org

Dance Into The Holiday Spirit with An Irish Christmas

December 17, 7:30pm

No one celebrates Christmas with more joy than the Irish. Kerry Irish Productions is excited to be back spread ing that joy to audiences at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego with their show An Irish Christmas on December 17, and this year two San Diego Irish Dancers will be featured in the performance.

Music and dance are at the heart of Irish culture, and they are at the core of this show. Kerry Irish Productions has assembled a cast of award-winning dancers that have appeared in Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and Celtic Wings. Having danced with Riverdance for 10 years her self, dance director Maeve Coughlan brings a love and in-depth knowledge of Irish dance to the show. Maeve commented: “Irish dance has been my passion since my childhood in Waterford, Ireland. I’m so proud to work with

these dancers and to share a bit of my home with audi ences in the U.S.”

Two of the featured dancers on the tour come from the San Diego area. Sarah Dillon and Elizabeth Gerhardt both train at Jeannie Thornton’s Clan Rince School of Irish Dance in San Diego. Sarah has been dancing for eleven years and has competed at the World Championships three times. In the summer of 2022, she placed 14th at the North American Championships. Elizabeth found her true passion for Irish Dance at the age of seven. She is an Open Champion with the Clan Rince School of Irish Dance and has competed at the Regional and National levels.

The show, which has been broadcast on PBS, is a cel ebration of family and community that showcases some of Ireland’s great traditions including blessing the butter

Moonlight Amphitheatre Upcoming 2023 Season

Jesus Christ Superstar May 10–27

Jesus Christ Superstar is an iconic rock opera that reinvented musical theater for the modern age. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, this global blockbuster tells the story of the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, from the per spective of Judas Iscariot. As Christ’s followers grow more fervent, Judas must make his fateful choice between faith and betrayal. Filled with an exciting mix of musical styles that draw upon 1970s rock, gospel, folk and funk themes, this contemporary imagining of the biblical tale features high-energy dance and powerful storytelling.

The Wedding Singer

June 7-24

The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, “The Wedding Singer’s” sparkling score does for the ‘80s what “Hairspray” did for the 60s. Just say yes to the most romantic musical in twenty years. It’s 1985, and

The Old Globe

Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show December 1-24

Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show returns to the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, for a six-week limited engagement.

Based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, this Scrooge parody is set in San Diego and written by Gordon

rock star wannabe, Robbie Hart, is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Enter Julia, a winsome waitress who wins his affection. As luck would have it, Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory July 19- Aug 5

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory fea tures an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (“Hairspray”) and a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including “Candy Man,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” “Oompa Loompa Song” and “Pure Imagination.” The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory, but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden tick et winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination.

churn, chasing the wren, and dancing on the half-door. Come celebrate the holidays as only the Irish can. Experience the joy of An Irish Christmas as seen on PBS! Enjoy all the holiday carols you know and love plus a spectacular high-energy display of Irish dancing at its very best. Coming to the Balboa Theatre on December 17. “... Genuinely astonishing ... electric!” – The Village News

An Irish Christmas is a celebration of family and com munity that showcases some of the great Irish holi day traditions and features award-winning dancers from Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and Celtic Wings. “Magical…glorious Irish music…remarkable…pure joy...a great Irish night!” – The Irish Herald

Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego CA 92101. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com

42nd Street August 16 -September 2

42nd Street celebrates Broadway, Times Square and the magic of show biz with wit, humor and pizzazz. At the height of the Great Depression, aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city from Allentown, PA and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new Broadway show. But just before opening night, the leading lady breaks her ankle. Will Peggy be able to step in and become a star?

Saturday Night Fever

September 13-30

In this beloved 70s throwback, Tony Manero, a nine teen-year-old Brooklynite paint store clerk, spends his weekends at a local disco, where he moonlights as the king of the dance floor. When he and mesmerizing dancer Stephanie enter a dance competition, the pair’s profes sional partnership blossoms into a deep friendship, and challenges both to reflect on what’s important in life amidst rising social tensions and disillusionment.

Ticket sales will begin in spring 2023! Moonlight Amphitheatre is located in Brengle Terrace Park at 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. For more information, call (760) 724-2110 or visit www.moonlightstage.com.

Greenberg. All the traditional elements of Dickens’s A Christmas Carol are intact—including the iconic ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future—in this reimagined holiday story with a local San Diego comic twist. Audiences of all ages will cheer as Ebenezer Scrooge rediscovers the true Christmas spirit in this riotous Dickens mash-up filled with music and laughter—and set in “wintery” San Diego. Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas December 1-31

The Old Globe’s cast members take the stage once again to present the 25th season of Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole

Christmas. The whimsical musi cal features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze).”

The Old Globe is located at 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. For more information, call (619) 234-5623 or visit www.theoldg lobe.org. 2023 season is at Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.

Photo courtesy of Jim Cox.

Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures

January 19-22

Magical moments come to San Diego this January when Disney On Ice returns with a brandnew show called Road Trip Adventures. Through ice skating and breathtaking choreography, beloved classic tales come alive. In this year’s show, exciting twists and turns await as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy — and you — embark on a wild ride to your

favorite Disney destinations. See the world from the roof tops of London with Mary Poppins, travel to the sun-soaked Motunui and help Moana restore the heart of Te Fiti.

Disney On Ice live entertainment shows have been performed in 68 countries for more than 320 million spec tators. They continue to bring joy to families across the globe.

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

The Sound of Christmas Singalong

December 18, 2:30pm

Caroling is a time-honored Christmas tradition that brings joy to entire communities. This year, San Diegans can enjoy caroling together at The Sound of Christmas Sing Along on Sunday afternoon, December 18, at the Balboa Theatre.

The Sound of Christmas Sing-Along invites all ages to come together to sing all the Christmas carols and holiday songs you know and love. Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, I’ll be Home for Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, White Christmas, Silent Night, Ding Dong Merrily on High and many more, will ring through the theatre as orchestra, choir and audience join their voices in a delightful after noon celebrating the holidays.

The concert is led by Emmy-nominated conductor Charles Fernandez and features the Sound of Christmas Chamber Players and Choir with soloist Julie Hinton, and a special reading of The Night Before Christmas by narra tor Sheelagh Cullen.

There’s no better way to lift your mood and get into the holiday spirit than by raising your voice in a wonderful celebration of all the holiday favorites. Come join with the San Diego community and sing to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

This festive holiday event for the entire family takes place at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego located at 868 Fourth Ave San Diego CA 92101. For tickets or more infor mation, please visit www.ticketmaster.com.

SNOW ‘N GLOW HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

December 8 – January 1, 4-10pm

This winter, the Del Mar Fairgrounds will be trans formed into San Diego’s holiday headquarters at the Snow N Glow Holiday Festival, featuring three major attractions designed to make your holiday spirits bright!

SNOW • Snow Tubing & Play Area

Kids (and adults who are kids-at-heart) can snow tube down Snow Hill, made with real snow! There will also be an open area to play in the snow; fresh snow is made daily.

GLOW • 1 Million Glowing Lights Sip on hot cocoa while you stroll through a million fes

tive lights! This winter wonderland of glow ing lights are here to make your holidays bright.

PRIVATE IGLOO RENTAL

Rent an igloo for a private party, perfect to create your perfect holiday experience. Wanna get even swankier? The Holiday Magic Igloo includes fresh snow delivered to your Igloo, perfect to build your own snowman!

For more info visit www.delmarfairgrounds.com

Bates Nut Farm’s Christmas in the Valley

December 9-10

This magical event is for all ages to enjoy! Bring out the whole family to enjoy Santa arriving, a Polar Express ride to visit with Santa, crafts, carols, and holiday fun. There will be two days of arts and crafts and activities for the kids, donated by local clubs, churches and organizations.

Finish your Christmas shopping for Arts n’ Crafts at the craft market, open both Friday and Saturday. Come join us

Monster Jam

January 7-8

Monster Jam’s trucks and drivers roar into Snapdragon Stadium for a weekend of fast-paced entertainment on January 7 and 8. The motorsports competition features an unforget table performance of high-flying feats and intense stunts. Some of this year’s competing trucks and drivers include Cory Rummell driving Megalodon, Bari Musawwir driv ing Zombie, Ryan Anderson driving Son-Uva Digger, and Tyler Menninga driving Grave Digger. Gates open at 4:30pm on Saturday, with a start time of 7pm, and at 1pm on Sunday, with a start time of 3pm.

on Friday from 4-8pm and Saturday from 9-3pm.

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

Prior to the show, the Monster Jam Pit Party gives fans the opportunity to see the massive trucks up close, meet drivers and crews, watch live pre-race inter views, and participate in Q&As. There is fun for the whole family at the Pit Party, which takes place at 2:30pm on Saturday and 11:30am on Sunday.

Snapdragon Stadium is located at 1201 Stadium Way, San Diego. For more information, visit www.monsterjam.com.

Jingle Terrace Live (Jtl) Experience At Moonlight Amphitheatre

December, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 5-9pm

In 2020 and 2021, Brengle Terrace Park, home of the Moonlight Amphitheatre, was host to “Jingle Terrace Park,” a holi day drive-thru experience. For 2022, we’re reimagining this event and bring ing all of the elements of Jingle Terrace Park inside the Amphitheatre to create JINGLE TERRACE LIVE!

This spectacular and FREE event at the Moonlight Amphitheatre will be adorned in a breathtaking holiday light show that guests will be able to walk through and inside The Moonlight while you enjoy music, holiday refreshments, festive displays, family activities, photo opportunities, and other special surprises to be announced soon!

OTHER HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT THE MOONLIGHT!

Dec 9–JTL Movie Night presents Elf (Free)

Dec 10–Merry and Bright Holiday Concert (Paid event)

Dec 17 – JTL Movie Night presents How The Grinch Stole Christmas (Free)

Dec 18 – A Doo Wop Christmas Concert (Paid event)

The Jingle Terrace Live event takes place at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Brengle Terrace Park 1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista 92084. For more information, visit www.moon lightstage.com

Cardiff Kringle Mingle

December 4, 11am-6pm

Cardiff 101 Main Street presents Kringle Mingle on December 4 from 11 to 3pm along Aberdeen Drive. Kringle Mingle features holiday shopping from local makers, chil dren’s crafts, live music, and special holiday treats such as hot chocolate and coffee. Santa also makes a stop at the gathering to offer photo opportunities with him in his vin tage camper sleigh. Kringle Mingle is a free event. For more information, visit www.cardiff101.com.

KRINGLE MINGLE SCHEDULE:

11:00 am–3:00 pm–Holiday shopping along Aberdeen Dr. featuring local makers

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Photos with Surfing Santa in his vin tage Camera Camper Sleigh

11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Holiday Craft Table

11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Live Music

La Jolla Playhouse

As You Like It December 1-11

La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast and creative team for its production of As You Like It, by William Shakespeare, co-directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley, the Rich Family Artistic Director of La Jolla Playhouse, and Helen Hayes Award winner Will Davis.

Featuring a cast of trans, non-binary and Queer per formers, this re-imagined As You Like It is a celebration of the limitless possibilities of love and humanity. In Shakespeare’s classic romantic com edy, Rosalind and Orlando meet by chance in court and have an immedi ate connection. When they are both banished, fate brings them together again in the Forest of Arden.

For tickets and information, please visit LaJollaPlayhouse.org.

Home For The Holidays Staycation at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

‘Tis the Sea-Sun to celebrate the holidays nearby at the luxurious Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. This year marks their inaugural Cabana Christmas Village! Their Splash Pool will be transformed into a dazzling holiday wonder land with specialty crafts, a poolside seasonal menu, and maybe a visit from Santa himself. There will be an array of holiday activities including specialty food and bever age offerings, live music three nights a week, a variety of

interactive crafts, such as Gingerbread House Making, fireside s’mores, and a special Teddy Bear Tea and a High Tea. Ponto Lago is offering a special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day “Taste of Baja” dining menu. Ring in 2023 with two special events to choose from. Celebrate with a vintage Roaring ‘23 event exclusively at Ember & Rye featuring live entertainment, drinks, casino tables, dessert offerings, and more.

Make your stay even sweeter as the reimagined Park Hyatt Aviara Resort transforms into your Home For The Holidays.

Home for The Holidays is where guests retreat to coastal luxury and enjoy a daily $100 Resort Credit when book ing a staycation in Aviara. Celebrate the magic during the holiday season and escape to your personal oasis at the Park Hyatt Resort with “an extra night on us” and a $100 resort credit. Savor the splen dor of three nights, and enjoy a complimentary night on the Park Hyatt. Also, a $100 Resort Credit can be used towards a celebrity chef dining, day of golf, or a tranquil spa experience. Visit www.parkhyattaviara.com for details and reservations.

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Events Calendar – Fun Things to Do

DECEMBER – MARCH

12/1-4 Final days at Del Mar Horse Racing www dmtc com

12/1 Mannheim Steamroller at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. www artcenter org

12/1 Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle at Viejas Arena

12/1 The Lemonheads and Azizi Gibson at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

12/1 Lee Fields presents The Sentimental Fool Tour with Molly Lewis at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

12/2 Mariachi Sol De Mexico: A Merry-achi Christmas at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

12/2 San Diego Gulls vs. Calgary Wranglers at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www sandiegogulls com

12/2 Tree Lighting at Estancia La Jolla 2:30pm

12/2 Alaska and The Rare Occasions at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

12/2 Psydecar at The Landings Gastropub, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

12/3 Encinitas Holiday Parade

12/3 Blame Betty (Rockabilly/Roots Rock/Surf Rock) at My Yard Live

12/3 La Mesa Holiday in the Village www lamesavillageassociation org

12/2-3 December Nights at Balboa Park, 11am-10pm. www sandiego gov/december nights

12/3 Chickenbone Slim, Blues at Pour House in Oceanside

12/3 San Diego Gulls vs. Calgary Wranglers at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm. www sandiegogulls com

12/3 Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena, 1pm. www nba com/clippers

12/3 Encinitas Holiday Parade 12/3 San Marcos Tree Lighting 12/3 Tree Lighting in Little Italy

12/3 Holiday at the Rancho at Leo Carrillo Ranch www carlsbadca gov 12/3 Gordon Lightfoot at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

12/3-4 Western Surfing Association Championship Tour Event and Toys 4 Tots Collection at San Clemente Pier www surfwsa org 12/3-24 1222 Oceanfront: A Black Family Christmas at New Village Arts. www newvillagearts org

12/3-4 COASTER Holiday Express w/ Santa www gonctd com/holidayexpress 12/4 SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off in North Park, 11am-5pm. www sonofestchilicookoff com 12/4 Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders 1:25pm 12/4 Adam Sandler at Viejas Arena

12/4 John Waters at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/4 Bonneville 7 at Coyote Bar and Grill, 1-4:30pm. www bonnevilleseven com

12/4 Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium, 1:25pm. www therams com 12/4 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party at Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 4pm. www powayonstage org 12/4 A John Waters’ Christmas at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com 12/4 Cardiff Kringle Mingle www cardiff101.com 12/5 Johnny C at Le Papagayo in Carlsbad 12/5 Christmas Brass and Organ Concert at First Presbyterian Church 320 Date Street SD 92101 www fpcsd org 12/6 Beach House at Magnolia 12/6 Battista at Le Papagayo in Carlsbad 12/6 Sara Petite at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/7 Pearl Harbor Day

12/7-1/1 Two Pianos Four Hands at North Coast Rep www northcoastrep org

12/7-10 Jingle Terrace Live at The Moonlight (Free) www moonlightstage com 12/8 Los Angeles Rams vs. Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium, 5:15pm. www therams com 12/8-1/1 Snow N Glow Holiday Festival at Del Mar www delmarfairgrounds com

12/8 Pine Mountain Logs at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

12/8 Concert for a Cause: The Pine Mountain Logs at The Belly Up, 7:45pm. Proceeds support Museum of Making Music’s educational outreach programs. www bellyup com

12/8 Hembree and Little Hurt at House of Blues

12/9-12 Snowside Winter Festival in Oceanside at Emerald Isle Golf Course

12/9 Movie Night: Elf at The Moonlight (Free) www moonlightstage com

12/9-10 Christmas in the Valley at Bates Nut Farm www batesnutfarm biz

12/9-11 SD Symphony Noel Noel at Rady Shell www theshell org

12/9 Emo Night Brooklyn at House of Blues San Diego

12/9 Movie Night “Elf” at Moonlight Amphitheatre www moonlightstage com

12/9-11 QBE Shootout in Naples, Fla. www pgatour com

12/9 Nutcracker Ballet at Pechanga Resort

12/9-11 Noel Noel at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park www.sandiegosymphony.org

12/10 Jimmy Patton at Le Papagayo in Carlsbad

12/10 Merry and Bright Holiday Concert at The Moonlight (paid event) www moonlightstage com

12/10 Oceanside Parade of Lights www visitoceanside org

12/10 Poway Christmas in the Park www poway org

12/10-11 COASTER Holiday Express w/ Santa www gonctd com/holidayexpress

12/10 Christmas Performance by Masters of Harmony and Pacific Coast Harmony Chorus at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church

12/10 Breakfast with Santa City of San Marcos www san marcos net

12/10 Mission Bay Parade of Lights Boat Parade

12/10 California Rangers and Custard Pie at Pour House in Oceanside

12/10 Freestyle Explosion: Holiday Jam at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7:30pm. www pechangaarenasd com

12/11 San Diego Bay Parade of Lights www sdparadeoflights org

12/11 San Diego Sockers Home Opener at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 5:05pm. www sdsockers com

12/11 The New Pornographers at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

12/11 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Miami Dolphins at SoFi Stadium, 1:05pm. www chargers com

12/13 Venice Christmas Show at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

12/14 Raynaldo Le Papagayo Leucadia

12/14-18 Jingle Terrace Live at The Moonlight (Free) www moonlightstage com

12/15 Squirrel Nut Zippers at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

12/15 Jay Cain at Le Papagayo Leucadia

12/15 Poncho Sanchez at Conrad Prebys

12/15 Disney Jr. at Magnolia

12/16 Jingle Terrace Live at The Moonlight (Free) www moonlightstage com

12/16 The White Buffalo at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/16 Amon Amarth at SOMA

12/16 Son of Kane at 1st Street Bar

12/17 Ron and the Berry Pickers (Country) at 1st Street Bar 12/17 An Irish Christmas at Balboa Theatre tickets www sandiegotheatres org

12/17 14th Annual Xmas Pet Parade www gaslamp org 12/17 LA Bowl NCAA at SoFi Stadium

12/17 Movie Night The Grinch at Moonlight Amphitheatre www moonlightstage com

*Events are subject to change. Please check websites.

1/1 Los Angeles Chargers vs Los Angeles Rams 5:20pm

1/2 Tournament of Roses Rose Parade, Pasadena, CA

1/2 Rose Bowl NCAA at Rose Bowl, Pasadena

1/2 Cotton Bowl NCAA at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

1/4 Lauren Leigh at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/4 Clay Colton at Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/5 Whit Aadland at Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/5 Cayucas and Trouble in the Wind at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/6-7 The California Honeydrops at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/7 6One9 at House of Blues

1/8 Bell Pepperz (Variety Band) T My Yard Live

1/12 The Good Vibes Band (Multi Genre/Rock) at 1st Street Bar

1/14 Subtronics at Pechanga Arena

1/14 Tommy Castro at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/15 Carlsbad Marathon and Kids Marathon

1/15 FreeMartin & Aki Drums Drum circle at My Yard Live

1/16 Martin Luther King Day

1/20-23 Jurassic Quest at Del Mar Fairgrounds www jurassicquest com

1/20 Unwritten Law at Observatory

1/20 Cody Carter at Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/21 Swingin’ Johnsons at Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/21 The Farmers at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/21 Trampled By Turtles at Observatory

1/22 Strange Days and Clapton Hook at Winstons in Ocean Beach

1/22 Sambrosas Latin Orquesta at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/22-2/9 Chinese New Year- Year of the Rabbit

1/25-28 Farmers Insurance Open PGA Golf at Torrey Pines www.farmersinsuranceopen.com

1/26 Monterey Jazz Fest on Tour at Conrad Prebys

1/27 Led Zepagain at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

1/27 Maturation Soul (Soul/Funk) at My Yard Live

12/17 Rolling Heartbreakers at The Landings, Carlsbad 12/17 Las Vegas Bowl NCAA at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas 12/17 How The Grinch Stole Christmas Movie and SD Symphony at Rady Shell www theshell org

12/17 Movie Night: How The Grinch Stole Christmas at The Moonlight (Free) www moonlightstage com 12/18 Hanukkah (first night of eight nights) 12/18 All Strung Out (Classic Rock & Southern Rock covers) at My Yard Live

12/18 San Diego Bay Parade of Lights www sdparadeoflights org 12/18 The Sound of Christmas Singalong at Balboa Theatre www sandiegotheatres org 12/18 A Doo Wop Christmas Concert at The Moonlight (paid event) www moonlightstage com 12/18 Los Angeles Chargers vs Tenessee Titans 1:25pm 12/18 Dionne Warwick at Magnolia 12/21 Love Actually: Movie in Concert w/SD Symphony at The Rady Shell www theshell org 12/21 Abbey Road at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/22 Betamaxx at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/22 Machine Head at House of Blues 12/23 Cashed Out at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/23 Jeff Moore at Lepapagayo Leucadia 12/24 Christmas Eve 12/24 Wheelhouse at Le Papagayo Leucadia 12/24 Bonneville 7 at Pour House in Oceanside 12/24 Hawaii Bowl NCAA at Ching Complex, Honolulu Hawaii 12/24 Peter Sprague free jazz Christmas 1pm outside L’Auberge, Del Mar 12/25 Christmas Day 12/26 Kwanzaa

12/26 Los Angeles Chargers at Indianapolis Colts 5:15pm 12/26-1/1 Snow N Glow Holiday Festival at Del Mar www delmarfairgrounds com

12/28 Yachtley Crew at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/28 San Diego Holiday Bowl Big Balloon Holiday Parade www holidaybowl com

12/28 Holiday Bowl and KGB Skyshow at Petco Park www holidaybowl com

12/29 Greyboy Allstars at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com 12/29-31 Pierce The Veil at Soma

12/30-1/2 San Diego Int’l Auto Show at SD Convention Center www sdautoshow com

12/30 Orange Bowl NCAA Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida

12/31 New Year’s Eve (NYE Dining and Party Directory P. 15)

12/31 NYE Party at Le Papagayo Carlsbad and Leucadia

12/31 NYE Party at Mr. Peabody’s in Encinitas

12/31 NYE Party at Park Hyatt Resort Aviara

12/31 NYE Time Warp Party Bus pick up at Petco Park–San Diego VIP Nightlife

12/31 NYE Party with Bill Bagee Band at My Yard Live in San Marcos 12/31 NYE Party at Belly Up Tavern ft Trombone Shorty in Solana Beach

12/31 NYE Big Night San Diego at Hilton Bayfront, San Diego

12/31 NYE Spectacular at Legoland California

12/31 NYE Party at Solterra Winery in Leucadia

12/31 NYE Big Jay Oakerson comedy show at American Comedy Company, San Diego www americancomedyco com

12/31 NYE Speakeasy at Café Bar Europa

12/31 NYE Shrek Rave at House of Blues San Diego

12/31 Fiesta Bowl NCAA at State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona

12/31 Sugar Bowl NCAA at Camping World Stadium, Orlando Florida 1/1 New Year’s Day

1/27 Ginger Roots Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/28 Dos Echoes Le Papagayo Leucadia

1/1/28 Mr Bell Band (Classic Rock Covers) at 1st Street Bar

28 Dave Preston & the Grown Ups (Folk/Americana/Roots) at My Yard Live

1/28 Dark Star Orchestra at Observatory

1/28 Bonneville 7 at The Pour House in Oceanside

1/31-2/1 The Wood Brothers at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

2/1 Black History Month

2/1 Whale Watching Season

2/2 Groundhog Day

2/3-4 Grateful Shred at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

2/3 Ziggy Marley Opening Night of The Sound new concert venue www thesoundsd com

2/4 YG at Viejas Arena

2/4 Yacht Rock Revue at Observatory

2/8 Ottmar Liebert at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

2/11 Valentines Super Love Jam at Pechanga Arena

2/12 Superbowl LVll (Rihanna to headline halftime show)

2/13 Jesse Colin Young at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

2/14 Valentine’s Day

2/16 The Lone Below at Belly Up Tavern

2/17 Mardi Gras

2/17-19 Cali Vibes Music Fest (Dirty Heads, Jack Johnson, Slightly Stupid, Stephen Marley) Long Beach www calivibesfest com

2/18 A Flock of Seagulls at House of Blues

2/19 Mardi Gras Half Marathon and 5K

2/20 President’s Day

2/22 Ash Wednesday

2/22 Dita Von Tesse at Magnolia

2/23 Motels at Old Town Blues Club in Temecula

2/24 Magic City Hippies at Observatory

3/1 Women’s History Month

3/1-26 The Cherry Orchard at North Coast Rep

3/1 Ladysmith Black Mambazo at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

3/2 Brian Regan at Magnolia

3/3 Eagles at Pechanga Arena www ticketmaster com

3/5 Preservation Hall Jazz Band at Belly Up Tavern www bellyup com

Our Planet Live

at Pechanga Arena 4/14 Foreigners Journey starring Constantine Maroulis 4/15 The Garth Guy – The ultimate Garth Brooks tribute 4/15 Temecula Blues Festival at 41000 Main Street, Temecula 4/27-28 Dawes at Belly Up Tavern

Mission Bay To Host Parade Of Lights

December 10

Mission Bay announces the return of its beloved holiday boat parade, the “Mission Bay Parade of Lights,” on Saturday, December 10. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the parade will start at SeaWorld with a firework kickoff, travel west, then north, and then east, ending at The Mission Bay Beach Club, with the full route taking about approximately two hours. Free for all spectators to enjoy—including locals, visi tors, and hotel guests—designated spectating areas will be set up around Mission Bay’s six hotels and resorts: Bahia Resort Hotel, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa, The Dana on Mission Bay, Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina, Paradise Point Resort, and San Diego Mission Bay Resort. Each viewing area will offer special festive food & beverage menus and family-friendly activities to get into the holiday spirit, such as bonfires and s’mores, live music, holiday games, an appearance from Santa Claus, and more. Visit www.discovermissionbay.org/boat-parade-2022.

San Diego Big Balloon Holiday Bowl Parade

December 28

It’s America’s Largest Big Balloon Parade! That’s right, the Holiday Bowl Parade in San Diego, will once again have more big balloons than New York City’s Macy’s Parade. The parade kicks off at 10am the morning before the SDCCU Holiday Bowl football game.

The streets of downtown San Diego come alive with the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade pre sented by Kaiser Permanente! This exciting family event brings worldclass marching bands, magnificent floats, entertaining drill teams, with a procession of enormous balloons. Street-side viewing of the parade is free! More than 10,000 attendees are expected to line the streets along our gorgeous San Diego Bay. The

San Diego Women’s Hall of Fame call for Nominations and Induction March 18 (Ceremony)

Too often women are not acknowledged for their accom plishments while they are still alive.

The San Diego County Women’s Hall of Fame (WHOF), for more than 20 years, has recognized women who have made a positive impact in San Diego and throughout the U.S. with an annual induction ceremony. Past nomi nees have included astronaut Sally Ride, Congresswoman Susan Davis, and Olympian Monique Henderson.

The San Diego County Women’s Hall of Fame respectfully requests nominations of women who have significantly con tributed to the quality of life for women and have made out standing volunteer contributions in San Diego County. To

be considered for the WHOF, a nominee must be a woman who currently resides in San Diego County or who lived in San Diego County for several years of her accomplished life. Submit nominations at www.sandiegowomenshalloffame. com/nominate . Deadline is December 31, 2022.

The 2023 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at the Joan Kroc Theater on March 18 from 10am to 1pm. Tickets www.sandiegowomenshalloffame.com.

The Women’s Museum of California /SD History Center Archives and Admin is located at 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101. The Women’s Museum of California Education Center is located at 404 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA 92114.

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CARLSBAD, 92009, 7607 Romeria St. just off of La Costa Avenue. Every year, there are more and more lights and decorations. Nice rock waterfall in the front yard and front bay window scene of Ski Slope and skiers.

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

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

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

RANCHO PENASQUITOS, 92129, On Oviedo Street off Black Mountain Road. “Christmas Card Lane.” Lighted Christmas cards in front of every home. Also enter off Twin Trails Drive, Carmel Mountain Road, (southwest corner of the area), Ellingham Street, Renato Street, Oviedo Street, Twin Trails Drive, Barrymore Street, Rotherham Avenue, Talca Avenue, Talca Court, Allenbrook Way, Davenport Avenue, Amber Sky Lane. Mid-December – Jan. 1, 5-10pm.

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

CLAIREMONT, 92117, Lana Drive and Jamar. Off Mt. Abernathy Avenue and Circular Street. “Clairemont Christmas Park.” 40+ homes decorated. 4670 Norwalk Ave. Off Clairemont Mesa Boulevard/Moraga Avenue.

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

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

6:30-8pm on Dec. 10-23. www.christmasonknobhill.com

SAN MARCOS 92078, San Elijo Hills Town Center at the fountain is all lit up and looks beautiful every year. Drive around and look at San Elijo homes. This community really gets into the Christmas spirit.

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

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

OCEANSIDE, 92057, 3648 Esplanade St., Oceanside, Christmas at Ivey Glenn Community. Holiday lights synchronized to 89.9 FM.

OCEANSIDE, 92056, 2329 Snead Drive, Oceanside. Animated Santa and Nativity Scene. Santa arrives by hot air balloon, nativity scene, animated elves, Santa village light display. Christmas scene in the garage.

OCEANSIDE, 92056, 1615 Quiet Hills Drive, Oceanside. Christmas on Quiet Hills. Lights synchronized to songs on 87.9FM.

VISTA, 92083, Living Nativity at Lifeway Baptist Church. From Dec. 10-12, with a tree lighting, caroling, refreshments, and a fire pit on Dec. 11. www.lifewaychurchvista.com

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

FALLBROOK Reche Road, just west of Green Canyon. “Fallbrook Lights” Over 80,000 lights that are choreographed to music. Snow machines add to the effect. Nov. 25-Jan. 1, SundayThursday 5:30-9pm and Friday-Saturday 5:30-10pm. Follow the “enter” sign and tune your car radio to 90.5 FM. Non-perishable food donations are welcomed for Fallbrook Food Pantry.

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

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

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

EL CAJON, 92021, Jingle Bell Hill (also known as Pepper Drive Lights). Solomon Avenue/Pegeen Place and surrounding area. Off 67 and Bradley. Approx. 75 homes are decorated across 3 neighborhood blocks. Nov. 26-Jan. 1, 5-10pm. www.jinglebellhill. com

LOMITA, 92114 (near Lemon Grove), 689 Meadowbrook Drive. Off Jamacha Road. South of Lemon Grove. Many lights on home. Santa and Mrs. Claus may be out to greet the week of Dec. 17-23.

LAKESIDE, 92040, off of Highway 67. Stars and string lights connect each home in this neighborhood display. Dec. 1-31, 5-10pm.

OCEAN BEACH, 4729 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach. As the Olson family’s gift to the community, their home’s lights are synchronized to music (89.7 FM).

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

SANTEE, 92071, Sunburst Santee. Tomel Court, off Magnolia. Many homes, Starlight Circle. Dec 1-30, dusk-10pm. Kettle corn and hot chocolate are available from Dec. 1-24.

SANTEE, 92071, 9835 Pebble Beach Drive. Displays on house and yard set up to music.

parade is free for spectators, but grandstand seats with a better view are also available for purchase at www.holidaybowl.com.

SAN MARCOS, 92069, 1639 Knob Hill. Off Nordahl Road between Tam O’ Shanter Drive and Augusta Drive. 23rd year of decorating. 90,000+ lights plus Carnival, North Pole, and Santa’s Wild Animal Park themes. Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 5-9pm. See Santa from

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking

My Yard Live (MYL)

Make your holiday party and lunch and dinner reservations now! You won’t want to miss their NYE Party extravaganza with live music by Legendary Blues Bill Bagee Band, DJ, and drink and food specials and a kid-friendly NYE playground. Friendly waiters will take your drink and food orders and serve you at your table. They have lots of patio space. This is the place to be for NBA, and NFL games and Bowl games to watch on their many TVs. Watch games on their outdoor patio too! They were featured in San Diego Magazine as one of the “7 Best Breweries that Stand Out with Dishes,” Located near San Marcos City Hall, My Yard Live is a 17,000 sq. ft. live entertainment, drinking and dining fun experience for all. It’s their own concept that brings together a brewery, live music, a restaurant, community center, beer garden, indoor and outdoor games, leisure and arcade games, lounge chairs, comfy sofas, massive bar, and sports on TV. Bring the family, neighbors and the kids. My Yard Live has an outdoor

Solterra Winery & Kitchen

Solterra welcomes holiday revelers, wine lovers, and foodies to experience all the best life has to offer. They always have an exciting NYE party with live music and a special menu that you won’t want to miss! The big news is Solterra will soon have a still and will be producing their own spirits– coming spring 2023! Highly advise to book holiday dinner reservations early. Live music happens inside and outside in front of the barrel room. The winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, a crusher and press. It’s a real working winery and soon to be a working distillery! Hang out where tables are spread out in the barrel room, sit at their long concrete outdoor fire pit bar, located just inches from the sidewalk, or enjoy some fresh air, space, and privacy on their exquisite real grape vine-draped back patio.

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

Mr. Peabody’s

Always a favorite year round and especially over the holidays, don’t miss their rockin’ New Year’s Eve party! Enjoy a nice steak dinner with an icy cold beer or cocktail or an amazing Peabody’s breakfast with mimosas and bloody Marys. They have a really nice outdoor patio to eat, drink, and hangout. Absolutely one of the most popular dining and local music spots in North County, Mr. Peabody’s is known for great food including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have excellent live music and their live stage show cases the best bands and talent in North County. Their cuisine is absolutely delicious with prices that are more than fair, especially their breakfasts and Prime Rib dinners. Their full bar is always busy with bartenders serving drinks to very satisfied guests.

This very lively Encinitas neighborhood pub, grill, and live music venue has been attracting North County locals since 2003. It’s their 20-year

Patron–Tortilleria and Carniceria

Patron is the place to find all your holiday party favorites! We love Patron’s owners and their friendly staff and want everyone in San Marcos and nearby communities to know where to find the best authentic Mexican fresh-made street tacos ($1.99); hot, fresh, handmade daily tortillas (10 for $4.29); Carne Asada combo plates for $9.99; and fresh homemade hot tamales ($3.59/ea)!

Thinking about having a family event or holiday party? Patron does cater ing! Patron is a full-service butcher shop (carniceria) a Mexican restaurant, and a Mexican grocery store. They have a wide selection of fresh made salsa, Mexican-style guacamole, Mexican cheeses, tortilla chips, canned goods, fresh fruit, and vegetables, including locally-grown tomatoes, avo cados, lemons and papayas. Their butcher shop display is filled with steak, beef, chicken, goat, and pork. Buy your carne asada here!

Tip Top Meats

Big John and the Haedrich family welcome you to the world of Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad and wish you all a very happy and healthy holiday sea son! Tip Top Meats offers the largest variety of fine handmade sausages from around the world. Tip Top has the finest whole, fresh or oven baked, USDA turkeys, and the finest Prime and Choice USDA beef for your holiday party or event. You won’t find tastier, juicier, or more tender turkeys any where. We highly recommend ordering your Christmas turkey as early as possible, especially if you want a turkey oven-baked for you for the big day. Tip Top Meats has the widest selection of USDA Prime and Choice roasts including: Standing Rib Roasts, Sirloin Roasts, Crown Pork Roasts, and European-style skin-on-skin Pork Roasts, just to name a few. Or, try their amazing Scandinavian Cured Hams. Tip Top is a one-of-a-kind butcher shop, a gourmet European-style delicatessen, and a full service marketplace. It’s not just any grocery store or meat market, Tip Top Meats is an authentic German-style butcher shop, and receives it’s beef directly from the cattle

Pelly’s Fish Market and Grill

Pelly’s is North County’s original fish market and grill since 1989. This holiday season, stock up on the freshest fish selections in San Diego, and call ahead to order for your Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinner parties. Pelly’s is the “Local’s Choice” for healthy dining, and custom-made seafood platter shopping. Located just steps from Carlsbad State Beach, Pelly’s new remodel has a new kitchen, new fresh fish display cases, flat screen TVs and an expanded dining area with comfortable chairs. Pelly’s still has their same wonderful menu that we’ve all come to know and love, and now offer new delicious editions, including fish and chips, shrimp and chips, poke bowls, draft beers and wine. Ask about their lobster dishes over the holiday season. Try their new fried combo plate complete with fish and chips, a crabcake, and fried shrimp. It’s truly amazing! Enjoy delicious char-grilled fish plates, a huge fresh fish selection, or customize a seafood platter for a party or event. Their food is simply delicious and their fresh fish market is always stocked with your favorites, including local catch. It’s the perfect place for a late

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

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

the most prestigious and largest competition of American wines in the world awarded Solterra: Best of Class for their Costa Azul-2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; Double Gold for their Christopher Cameron Vineyards 2012 Malbec; Gold for their Solterra Winery Mestizo “GSM”; Silver for their 2013 Pinot Noir, and Silver for their 2009 Petit Sirah. Daily Happy Hour and Wine Tasting is open daily but closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Live music happens Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, but please check their schedule for updates.

Owner and Master Winemaker, Christopher Van Alyea is answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, craft beers, great food, and the SoCal beach lifestyle. Please call or check their website for live music, special events, and holiday dinner reservations. Solterra is located at 934 N. Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia. Call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

anniversary! Peabody’s offers healthy portions of made-from-scratch dishes using the finest ingredients available at very affordable prices. Their Prime Rib dinner $21.99 is amazing and the best deal in town, but other menu items such as their fish and chips $16.99, 1/2 lb. burgers and turkey burg ers, baby back ribs, macadamia encrusted Alaskan cod, linguini, fish, turkey, and fish/chicken/turkey tacos, salads, and mud pies are also local favorites. Menu is subject to change.

Breakfast begins at 7am and includes $3.75 breakfast tacos, and $3.75 Bloody Marys and Manmosas. Happy hour is Monday – Friday, from 8am to 6pm and Wednesdays all night with $3.75 well cocktails and Budweiser. Live shows are 21 + with no cover. Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7192 or visit www. peabodysrocks.com.

Locals and Mexican-Americans already know how amazing this place is. Try their authentic Mexican food and you will be back often. Pick up fresh homemade hot tamales in the morning! Call to order large quantities! Why buy mass-produced tortillas when you can go to Patron and pick up freshly made, piping hot tortillas? The best time to pick up hot tortillas is around 4-5pm. Tacos are made to order! Have Patron custom make your tacos. For your taco meat, we recommend their delicious Birria, a flavorful beef or goat stewed meat, or their chicken mole. Top off your taco with red or green salsa, Mexican avocado sauce, cheese, onions, and fresh sliced lime. They have an assortment of Agua Frescas $3.95 for a large 32 oz. drink. They sell out of tamales and tortillas, so get there early or call-in your order ahead! Catering is available at $15.99/per person (minimum 50 people). Patron is located at 204 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos 92078. Call (760) 736-0086.

company and process it all in-house. There’s no middleman. Tip Top offers game and exotic meats such as the finest boar, deer, venison, and elk. Nobody in San Diego comes close to the variety, service, and value of Tip Top Meats. They have been providing the highest quality meat and poultry in North County since 1967. The Big John Breakfast and the Big John Burger are two of the best value meals in town.

John Haedrich, turning 94 this January, and who still cuts meat and makes sausage in the butcher shop, has given back 100-fold to his commu nity, residents, places of worship, schools, marine families, and community organizations. Andy Lee, Publisher of the North County Sun, says, “John is one of those amazing people who crosses our paths once in a lifetime. I look up to him, and admire him and his achievements. He is a hard work ing, kind, and generous man with a big heart; and people who know him, love and respect him.” Tip Top Meats is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 438-2620 or visit www.tiptopmeats.com.

breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or cold glass of craft beer, and the perfect choice for the freshest fish and people watching. Located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, you’ll enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest char-grilled fish sandwiches, plates, or salads in San Diego. Depending on the season, Pelly’s Fish Market offers lobster, large fillets of fresh ahi, yellowtail, alba core, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass (perfect for the barbecue), and a wide assortment of local shellfish including oysters, clams and mussels. We recommend their grilled mahi-mahi, halibut, and grilled fish tacos. Try their fresh Ono salad or their Stone Crab salad. They have the best red or white chowder too! Check their board for their Catch of the Day, order on DoorDash and Grubhub, and CLIP THEIR COUPON TO GET A FREE CUP OF THEIR FAMOUS CLAM CHOWDER. Pelly’s Fish Market is open 7-days a week and is located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center at 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 4318454 or visit www.pellysfish.com.

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

Park Hyatt welcomes locals and visitors to your holiday home-away-fromhome experience. Guests will enjoy a wonderful Christmas time and revelers will make fond memories at this year’s New Year’s party dinners. The lobby, bar and restaurant halls will be decked out for Christmas. After an extensive $50 Million dollar renovation the newly re-imagined Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has made dramatic enhancements and just in time for the holidays! The property now has newly redesigned restaurant and bar concepts, a newly designed grand lobby, and 327 redesigned guestrooms and suites.

Experience Pacific Point, the resort’s lobby lounge, offering spacious indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the expansive gardens. Guests will indulge in a variety of menu offerings featuring an array of offerings from land and sea. Signature cocktails include the Yuzo Jalepeno Popsicle featuring herradura blanco, fresh pressed yuzu juice and a handcrafted

Le Papagayo

Le Papagayo is always the place to be over the holiday season for great food, cold drinks, and live entertainment nightly. Le Papagayo is one of the few restaurants that actually expanded during the pandemic by opening its second location in Carlsbad Village. The new restaurant is spectacular and is always busy. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, many new large flat screen TVs, a bustling long bar, great food, and nightly live music. Locals love all the new outdoor patio seating and always the wonderful award-winning cuisine. New Year’s Eve will be festive at both locations with special menus, drinks and live music by John Bennett at Leucadia, and the Jam Berries at Carlsbad! This locally family-owned restaurant has created a large, loyal, following unlike most other restaurants. We want everyone near and far to experience the flavors and sounds of this dining establishment on Historic California Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia, and on Carlsbad Village Drive, in Carlsbad Village, because Le Papagayo is truly awesome. You’ll love their unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine, along with their hang loose beachy vibe. Some of San Diego’s finest musicians play music at both locations.

Daily News Café

We love the ownership, food, service and people that work here! Whether you’re a Carlsbad local or a holiday guest, we’re sure you’ll agree that the Daily News Café is the best place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch when you’re anywhere near Carlsbad Beach. This historic restaurant, locat ed just steps from Carlsbad Beach, offers a picturesque view of the Carlsbad sign on highway 101, is a North County destination, and has been serving the community since 1990! This year, they are celebrating their 32nd anni versary in downtown Carlsbad Village. Enjoy an American classic breakfast or an ice-cold craft beer with a delicious sandwich and salad for lunch. Many of their staff and cooks have been working there for years and have become local celebrities. Waitress Deena Vongxay has been serving happy custom ers for 32 years. The longevity of the staff, as well as the great food and service, are the reasons for the popularity of this downtown village bistro. Guests enjoy homemade comfort breakfasts and lunches, inside or outside on the beautiful patio, while people-watching and taking in the sunshine and fresh ocean air. Three to four times a year, retired Marine officers who flew

Tony’s Jacal

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

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

Veneto’s Cucina Italiana

If you’re looking for charm and classic Italian, Veneto’s is the place. Call and make your dining and holiday reservations at Veneto’s Cucina Italiana, on N. Coast Hwy in Oceanside (near the Oceanside/California Welcome Center). Owner and legendary San Diego restaurateur, Pino Bottalico, brings his Italian accent, charm, his warm heart and soul to his quaint restaurant every day to make sure that his guests have the most memorable, classic, and authentic Italian culinary experience ever. Raise a glass and have a New Year cheer with Pino! You’ll find flowers on every table and a wonderful selection of Pino’s favorite wines. Veneto’s has a full bar, serving great drinks, cocktails, and Pino’s fine wine selections, as well as imported, domestic, and local beers, and real Italian espresso.

Veneto’s is the place where lovers meet, friends reminisce, and the food

Gregorio’s

Open everyday for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s Restaurant is located upstairs at the Village Fair Shopping Center in Carlsbad Village. This classic Italian restaurant serves handmade pizzas, along with authentic and savory Italian cuisine at very reasonable prices. Gregorio’s is the perfect place to enjoy a Christmas or New Year’s lunch or dinner while enjoying a lovely downtown beachy atmosphere overlooking downtown Carlsbad Village. We recommend their Shrimp Fra Diavlo, a shrimp and spicy marinara tossed with linguini, or their Angel Hair Pasta with Meat Sauce. They offer a wide selection for lunch and dinner with signature dishes such as linguini, lasagna, fettuccini Alfredo, eggplant parmesan, steaks, Sicilian chicken, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, appetizers and desserts, including homemade cannoli.

Broadcasting NFL and Bowl Games, their full-bar serves Happy Hour Monday – Friday, from 4 to 6pm, with $5 appetizers and daily drink specials. Martini Mondays are great with $2 off martinis; Tuesdays have

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tequila. Offering breakfast and dinner, daily guests can enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef’s creations to center stage. Signature offer ings include the Shredded Beef Birria Benedict and Conchas French Toast.

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Dine overlooking the 18th green at Ember & Rye, a collaboration with acclaimed chef, restaurateur, author and television personality Richard Blais. This newly re-imagined culinary experience specializes in vintage steaks and fresh seafood with a classic California design. Playful and colorful décor gives the space a modern-day country club feel, while a mix of vibrant col ors, and quirky bold patterns carries a sense of west coast nostalgia. Visit www.parkhyattaviara.com or call (760) 448-1234.

Le Papagayo has 4-5 star ratings on Yelp, OpenTable, and Tripadvisor and are recent winners of OpenTable Diners’ Award. Open for breakfast, try their eggs, omlettes, acai bowls, fresh fruit, pancakes, chicken fried steak, or their signature Loco Moco. Their lunch and dinner menu rocks and so does their Happy Hour menu with new specialty cocktails and food and drink specials every day from 4-6pm and on Tuesdays all night long! Their Wagyu Burger and BBQ Pork Faltbread are amazing and so are their Ahi Poke and Spring Rolls. Other favorites include Carne Asada, Duck Confit, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos. Their Happy Hour menu and regular menus offer a variety of quality, tasty and healthy items, and will surely have something perfect for you. They’re open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner until 11pm.

You’ll love their nightly local live music. Either inside or out on their beau tiful expanded outdoor patios, enjoy a sangria or any of their house and specialty wines and craft beers. Check their website for music schedules. Le Papagayo is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas 92024; and at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive 92008. Visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

A-4 Skyhawks, during the Vietnam War (and after), gather to meet at their favorite breakfast place in Carlsbad. These Marine Vets have been coming from near and far to meet at the Daily News Café for more than a dozen years.

Breakfast is served all day every day, and lunch is served from 11am to 4pm. Their very popular menu includes a wide assortment of omelets rang ing in price from $9.95 to $13.95. All omelets are three eggs and served with hash browns, sautéed red potatoes, fresh fruit or refried beans and your choice of toast, biscuit, or blueberry muffin. Other breakfast favorites include Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, and a Breakfast Burrito. Locals love their Belgian Waffles, Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, and wide assortment of Crepes. Try their famous Bloody Marys and Mimosas!

Lunch includes craft beer pairings with their 1/3 pound Belly Bomber Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and many other sandwich and salad options. We love their Half Sandwich and Soup combo and recommend their Chicken Salad Sandwich served with any of their delicious seasonal soups. If they have it, try the tomato bisque! Daily News Café is located at 3001 Carlsbad

been serving family specialties, like their famous chile relleno, turkey tacos, turkey enchiladas, flautas and shrimp burritos. We recommend their very special signature *turkey tamales covered with a wonderful mole sauce, made with black Pasilla Chiles. Guests can order turkey tamales off their menu allyear-round. Also, try Tony’s fajita burrito. It’s big, fresh, and very tasty!

Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio, and expanded patio seating. Their full bar offers a wide selection of tequila and Margaritas, and serves a variety of mezcal. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 5-7pm. Ask for a delicious Margarita or a tasty Mezcal Paloma with grape fruit soda on the rocks. Hours are Sun 12:00-8:30pm, Mon 11-2pm and 4:30-9pm, Closed Tuesdays except during summer horse racing season, Wed-Thurs 11-2pm and 4:30-9pm, and Fri-Sat 11-2pm and 4:30-9:30pm.

If you are looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant experience, with wonderful food and drinks, and the finest service, Tony’s Jacal is the place!

Tony’s Jacal is located west of the I-5 Fry and just south of Lomas Santa Fe

is legendary. Try their many delicious entrées from many different regions of Italy, including grilled salmon, pollo Piccata, Melanzane alla Parmigiana, or Pollo with Scampi. Enjoy an authentic pasta dish such as their Spaghetti alla Bolognese (our favorite), or their exceptional Fettuccini Alfredo, Linguini Alla Vongole, Lasagna al Forno, Ziti, Ravioli, Tortellini, and Lasagna. They also have excellent pizza selections, soups, antipasti, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. For a real treat, try Veneto’s famous homemade Tiramisu with a fine cappuccino or café espresso.

Music serenades you by the songs of Tony Suraci on Fridays and Saturdays. They’re open for lunch Wed-Sun and dinner nightly. Fridays and Saturdays open until 9:30 pm. Veneto’s is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call (760) 722-1228.

Two-for Tuesday specials; Wednesday features 1/2 off all bottles of wine, all night; Thursdays you get $2 off all bottled beer; and Friday is TGIF with $2 off–you call it! Gregorio’s is open 11am-9pm weekdays, 11am-10pm Fridays and Saturdays. Gregorio’s offers a wide variety of light and healthy options, and is a great place to pop in and out for a quick lunch from 11am3pm. They will treat you as if it’s your home away from home.

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

Blvd, Carlsbad 92008. They are open daily from 6:30am to 4pm. Call (760) 729-1023 or visit www.dailynewscafe.com.

jalapeno popsicle. The resort’s signature restaurant, Ponto Lago, offers a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of

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Mexican Holiday Tamale Directory

Gourmet Tamales 3616 Ocean Ranch Blvd

SAN MARCOS

Patron 204 W San Marcos Bl,

tamales for $2.49 ea. and special Oaxacan-style tamales for $2.69 ea. (760) 736-0086

Nachos 681 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. (760) 471-0797

Mr. Taco 342 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., #141 (760) 410-1396

San Marcos Market 500 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #106

ESCONDIDO

Tamales Jovita (all kinds) Must call ahead! Busiest time of year. 158 W. Grand Ave. (760) 470-2547

Tamales de Escondido 831 S. Escondido Blvd

Fiesta Mexicana Bakery 1815 E. Valley Parkway

La Tapatia (pork) 340 W. Grand Ave. (760) 747-8282

Mi Rancho Market 911 S. Escondido Blvd

Lourdes 650 S. Escondido Blvd

El Tejate (pork, chicken) 205 W. Mission Ave. (760) 747-1808

OCEANSIDE

Pollos Maria Tamales made special for the holidays! 125 Old Grove Rd. (760) 435-9071

Café Rosarita – 1816 Oceanside Blvd #A (760) 722-6224

Colimas Mexican Restaurant (beef, chicken) – 308 Pier View Way (760) 439-4045

Pancho’s Tamales Factory 1759 Oceanside Blvd

VISTA

Oaxacaquena y Panadera (chicken) 1275 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite #108 (760) 945-9442

Tortilleria Los Reyes (pork, chicken, chili and cheese) 218 Main St. (760) 941-5041

Tortilla Leon 1591 E. Vista Way

CARLSBAD

Casa de Bandini (chicken, chili and cheese, glutenfree option) 1901 Calle Barcelona (760) 634-3443

Pollos Maria Tamales special for the holidays! 3055 Harding Street (760) 729-4858

Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant 2968 State Street (760) 729-8565

Lolas 7 Up Market Deli 3292 Roosevelt Street (760) 434-2191

SOLANA BEACH

Tony’s Jacal (turkey, pork) Famous for their turkey tamales! 621 Valley Ave. (858) 755-2274

Fidel’s Little Mexico (pork) 607 Valley Ave. (760) 755-5292

ENCINITAS

El Nopalito Market 560 Santa Fe Drive (760) 436-5775

Lourdes 2113 San Elijo Ave

Bety’s Tacos (pork, chicken, cheese) (760) 519-7074

La Especial Norte 664 N. Coast Highway 101 (760) 942-1040

POWAY

Lienzo Charro (beef) 12511 Poway Rd. (858) 486-4644

RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS

Cotija’s Mexican Grill (beef) 9335 Paseo Montalban (858) 538-5543

RANCHO BERNARDO

Cotija’s Taco Shop (chicken) 17090 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 124 (858) 487-7973

2023 New Year’s Eve Dining And Party

Directory

Le Papagayo – Leucadia and Carlsbad

Celebrate 2023 with live music by John Bennet and a special menu at Le Papagayo Leucadia, and live music by the Jam Berries at Carlsbad. Both the Leucadia and Carlsbad locations are open until midnight for dining, and reservations are recom mended for dinner seatings. Le Papagayo Leucadia is located at 1002 N. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas. Call (760) 944-8252 or visit www.lepapagayoleuca dia.com. Le Papagayo Carlsbad is located at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad. Call (442) 3339090 or visit www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com.

Mr. Peabody’s

Always a rockin’ NYE celebration with live music or DJ, full bar, and great food. No cover. Come and party and ring in 2023 with family, friends, and neigh bors! Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7575 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com

My Yard Live

Sure to be an amazing night to remember, ring in the New Year with fun festivities at My Yard Live. The party includes a live performance by legendary blues Bill Magee Band, DJs spinning beats, excellent food and drink specials, including MYL craft brewed beers. Kid friendly with play ground, leisure and arcade games. Shoot some pool, play air hockey, or take your NYE photo in their Photo Booth! Make dining reservations early! My Yard Live is located at 288 Rancheros Drive, San Marcos 92069. Call 760-798-0779 or visit www.myyardlive.com.

Belly Up Tavern

NYE drinks and reggae vibes will set the atmo sphere at Belly Up on New Year’s Eve, as Trombone Shorty takes the stage Dec 30 and again Dec 31. The show starts at 9pm. Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. Ages 21 and up. Call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

Solterra Winery

Make your NYE dining reservations early for an amazing night of fun with family, friends, and neighbors. Enjoy award-winning wines while lis tening to live music until the 2023 midnight toast. Enjoy a special NYE menu along with tapas, flatbread, cheese and olive boards, and salads. Solterra Winery is located at 934 N Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia 92008. Call 760-230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

Winstons Beach Club

NYE Party Jam with Electric Waste Band (Grateful Dead tribute). Show is from 9pm to 1am. A rockin night for sure! Winstons is located at 1921 Bacon Street, San Diego 92107 in Ocean Beach. www.winstonsob.com

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Aviara Resort

Ring in 2023 with two special events to choose from. Celebrate with a vintage Roaring ‘23 event exclusively at Ember & Rye featuring live enter tainment, casino tables, dessert offerings and more. Guests can also ring in the New Year within the coastal surroundings of the resort with live music, photo booths, and special menu offer ings. Make reservations at (760) 448-1234 or visit www.parkhyattaviara.com.

Legoland California Resort

San Diego’s largest children’s New Year’s Eve cel ebration, Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party features live music, a New Year’s Eve countdown, and an early fireworks display at Legoland California Resort. The park closes at 7pm. Call (760) 918-5436 or visit www.legoland.com.

Big Night San Diego at Hilton Bayfront

20th Anniversary Big Night NYE from 9pm to 2am on New Year’s Eve, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hosts eight party areas, eight dance floors, a first-class buffet, and a huge midnight celebration to count down to 2023. The hot test party bands and DJs provide entertainment, and each ticket includes drinks and party favors. Hotel rooms are also discounted for those who wish to stay right at the party. Hilton Bayfront is located at 1 Park Blvd., San Diego. For tickets, visit www.bignightsandiego.com.

Time Warp New Years Eve Party

Until this year Time Warp has been a private party. This is the first year it will be open to the public. Takes place at Encore Event Center at 8253 Ronson Road, San Diego 92111. Levinson Group presents Time Warp 2023 with Studio 54 theme. 8 rooms of hip hop, Latin, EDM, 70s/80s/90s DJs and more. Tickets www.timewarpnye.com.

NYE Party Vegas Bus Tour

Five Star Tours takes NYE party revelers roundtrip from San Diego to the Las Vegas Strip and back to San Diego. Champagne toast with fire works display on the strip, hospitality suite to freshen up in Vegas, party along the Strip, and return home at 4:30am. Tickets are $89-$149. No hotel room. Hosted by Hello California Tours www.eventbrite.com.

NYE Speakeasy

Tickets start at $75 to $150 to join an amazing NYE party at Café Bar Europa The Turquoise at 873 Turquoise Street, Pacific Beach 92109. Ticket includes tapas buffet, five drinks, with NYE countdown, Champagne, and dancing at a 1920s speakeasy. Live performances and DJ. Tickets at www.theturquoise.com 858-488-4200.

NYE at Hotel Del Coronado

Ring in 2023 with all the glitz and glamour at the New Year’s Eve Masquerade Gala. The new Southpointe Ballroom. The evening will include dancing to The Class Band, a live DJ, aweinspiring performers, exciting buffets and liveaction food stations, an open bar, fireworks and midnight champagne toast. All attendees must be 21+. Hotel Del Coronado is located at 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. Call (619) 522-8490 or visit www.hoteldel.com.

Chic N Freak NYE at Coasterra on the Bay

Three band stages at Coasterra on the San Diego Bay. Art Installations, giant photo booth. CHIC: (SHˉek/adjective): elegantly and stylishly fashion able. FREAK: (frˉek /noun/verb): a person or thing that is different in a good or bad way. Mostly an individual who is not the same as mainstream society. www.thedeependparty.com

New Year’s at Music Box

Celebrate the New Year with amazing drinks and entertainment by Beats Antique with special guest Red Giant Project. Music Box is located at 1337 India St., San Diego. Call (619) 795-1337 or visit www.musicboxsd.com.

L’Auberge Del Mar

Ring in the New Year with a bang whilst soaking up beautiful California Coast views. Pre -fixed dinner choose between 5:30pm and 8:30pm res ervation times. Later dinner includes a compli mentary glass of bubbly and festive party favor. The evening will be filled with several fun ways to welcome 2023 with live music, a DJ and a full bar mixing and pouring libations long after the ball drops. Enjoy live music from 7-9 pm then a DJ from 9pm – 12:30am, bar service will be available until 1am. Call 858-793-6467.

Veneto’s Cucina Italiana

Enjoy a glass of Champagne and ring in the New Year with Pino, owner of Veneto’s. Make your NYE dining reservations as soon as pos sible. Seating is limited. Enjoy Veneto’s signa ture authentic Italian cuisine on this very spe cial night. Veneto’s is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call 760-722-1228 or visit www.venetoscucunaitaliana.com.

En Fuego Cantina & Grill

Make your dining reservations now and cel ebrate 2023 NYE with us at En Fuego. Full bar, lively music, and great Mexican food near the beach in Del Mar. Located at 1342 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 92014. Call (858) 792-6551 or visit www.Facebook.com/EnFuegoDelMar

Casa de Bandini

Join the Fiesta with family and friends at Casa de Bandini on New Year’s Eve! Enjoy authentic tradi tional and inven tive Mexican cuisine along with giant-size birdbath Margaritas in a very festive and color ful atmosphere. Located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad 92009. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www.casadebandini.com located at The Forum.

Pour House

New Year’s Eve revelers can count down to 2023 with live music and a midnight champagne toast. Enjoy a Classic Metal New Year with Great Electric Quest and other bands. Pour House is located at 1903 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside 92054. Call for tickets (760) 730-5944 or visit www.pourhouseoceanside.com.

House of Blues

House of Blues San Diego will be electronic and crazy with Shrek Rave NYE Party! The Party is for ages 21 and up. Guests are encour aged to come dressed in their best Shrek, as there will be photo opportunities throughout the night. House of Blues is located at 1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego. Call (619) 299-2583 or visit www.houseofblues.com/sandiego.

Valley View Casino and Hotel

Valley View Casino and Hotel features daytime and nighttime festivities to count down to 2023. Stop by for delicious food and stay to experience the gaming thrills of all the slots and table games. There is free live entertainment at the Main Stage Bar. Valley View Casino and Hotel is located at 16300 Nyemii Pass Road, Valley Center. Call (760) 291-5500 or visit www.valleyviewcasino.com.

Poway Winter Festival

January 13-14

The annual Winter Festival returns to Poway Community Park bringing to life all the magic and charm of winter. Whether it’s building a snowman, sledding down the snow hill, roasting marshmal lows by the campfire, making silly faces in the photo booth, or taking a spin around the synthetic skate rink, there is something for everyone. Visitors are encouraged to come curious and hungry, as a variety of old favorites and new specialty food vendors are on-site. The festival runs from 5 to 9pm on Friday and from 3:30 to 8:30pm on Saturday.

From 2:30 to 3:30pm on January 8, there is a unique edition of the festival for the special needs community. It features all of the same fun events as the Winter Festival. Pre-registration is not required, but special needs guests should check in upon arrival for a free event wristband. Admission to the Winter Festival is free; some activities include a nominal fee. Free shuttles are available from Poway City Hall, which is located at 13325 Civic Center Drive, and the Boys and Girls Club, which is at 12988 Bowron Road. Poway Community Park is located at 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway. For more information, call (858) 668-4671 or visit www.poway.org.

Del Mar Beach Hotel – Hotel on the Beach

By Andy Lee

I recently treated my lovely wife Shelly to dinner in Del Mar and a night at the Del Mar Beach Hotel for her birth day on October 25. The sushi dinner was nice but the hotel was a real treat.

Most locals don’t even know, that the Del Mar Beach Hotel is the *only hotel right on the beach in Del Mar. It’s a beautiful boutique hotel that has recently undergone a multi-million dollar renovation, and it is absolutely lovely!

From the outside of the 2-story hotel, the building doesn’t really catch ones eye, but as soon as you step into the cozy front lobby, you instantly feel that this place is quite quaint and special. The front desk service was very friendly and helpful, and walked us to our second floor room, where we could see the sandy beach and watch the waves rhythmi cally roll into the shore.

The room was perfect: new clean laminate floors, new paint, large comfortable king bed with multiple white down pillows, white sheets and blankets. Above the bed was a large painting of a wave appropriately crashing onto the shore. I actually was amazed at how detailed the designer and contractors were at making the already

sizable room appear even larger. The Bathroom was also completely upgraded with the newest-styles of walk-in shower, sink, cabinetry, lighting and ceiling fan. Later that night the beach air got a bit chilly but the room’s new smart-heating system kicked in fast to lull us into a very comfortable night’s sleep.

The Del Mar Beach Hotel is located at 1702 Coast Blvd, Del Mar 92014. Call (858) 400-8800 or visit www.delmarhotel.com.

Looking for a New Career? CSUSM Offers Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language Certificate

Scott Havenor was laid off from a 26-year career in the software business. Looking to start a new chapter, he learned about the Teaching English as a Second Language/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) certificate at CSUSM. Havenor completed the program and immediately saw the value of his new certificate. He connected with a school in Ukraine that teaches American English to local cor porations so they can integrate into the globalized economy. The job application required a TESL/TEFL certificate and the interview included preparing a sample lesson, so Havenor selected a lesson he had created as part of the certificate program. He received a swift offer and six weeks after earning his TESL/TEFL certificate, Havenor was heading to Dnipro,

Ukraine, for a four-month teaching assignment. “I was think ing I was really retired,” he says. “This program has validated my professional life since being laid off and has given me a sense of contentment that I was missing. It was the bridge that has enabled this new life I am now going to have.”

Designed for those with minimal or no English language teaching experience who are interested in teaching English abroad (EFL) or in the U.S. (ESL), this 120-hour certificate focuses on best practices in methods, materials and tech niques used to teach English as a second/foreign language.

The program provides professional development and employment guidance with a strong emphasis on handson training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting. Sessions are taught by master teachers

with extensive experience in TESL/TEFL, teacher training, and curriculum development. Participants receive ample opportunities for developing effective lesson plans and syllabi, practicing classroom management strategies, peerteaching, and classroom facilitation. The 6-week summer course runs Monday through Friday on the CSUSM campus for a total of 20 hours per week, and the 15-week spring course is offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 8 hours per week.

For more information on TESL/TEFL Certificate or other English or Cultural program services, visitwww.csusm.edu/ alci or contact us at alci@csusm.edu or (760) 750-3200.

NORTH COUNTY SAN DIEGO AMERICAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE INSTITUTE

14th Annual Gaslamp Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party

December 17, Parade at 1pm,

Celebrations ’til

Tis the season for jingling and barking all the way with the Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Pet Parade and Pups in the Pub Party on Saturday, December 17. This annual local favorite tradition high lights dogs, cats, and other pets as the Gaslamp “decks the paws” for a howl-y jolly good time. Attendees and their companions are encouraged to dress up in costume and compete for prizes and awards. The festivities commence at 1pm as the parade takes off under the Quarter Archway and through the Gaslamp Quarter. After the parade, participants will recon vene at Island between 4th and 5th where a panel of judges will announce award winners for “Best Christmas Spirit”, “Best Matching Costumes”, and “Best in Show” among others. After the parade, guests are invited to stroll to the second annual

Jungle Bells at San Diego Zoo

December 9-January 1

San Diego Zoo guests are invited to ring in the holiday season at Jungle Bells, the Zoo’s annual celebra tion. The jubilant festivities take place from December 9 to January 1, with the exception of December 24, when the zoo closes early.

At Jungle Bells, guests are treated to views of their favor ite animals, seasonal decorations, lighted displays, music, and roaming entertainers. There is an abundance of culi nary delights to enjoy at the Zoo’s restaurants and food stands, and the retail locations are a great place to shop

Legoland California Resort

Holidays at Legoland

December 1–January 8

Families are invited to celebrate the winter season with Legoland’s lineup of holiday happenings, which includes festive decorations, activi ties, and live entertainment up until January 2. Photo opportunities are every where, with a life-size LEGO Santa and his reindeer on display in a sleigh and the return of meet-and-greets with Santa, his Toy Soldier, and their new friend The Gingerbread Man. Kids’ New Year’s Eve December 31

Kids’ New Year’s Eve gives families an opportunity to ring in the New Year before bedtime. The early celebra tion on December 31 fea tures fun activities, rides and attractions, and live music. In Miniland U.S.A., the famous Times Square ball drop is recreated with a giant Lego brick and a countdown to 2023. The party concludes with a stunning fireworks display that lights up the sky.

Holiday activities are included with regular admission. Legoland California Resort is located at 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad. Call (760) 918-5346 or visit www.legoland.com. Photos courtesy of Legoland California Resort.

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Pups in the Pub Party from 2pm through 5pm following the parade. Attendees can enjoy craft beer, complimentary goody bags, live music, boutique shopping, games for pups & people, and lots of photo ops!

Furry, scaly, and feathered family members alike are welcome to jingle all the way through the Gaslamp Quarter in their best festive costumes to ring in the holiday season. Registration is $20 per pet. The Pups in the Pub party is free! Participants can register in advance to ensure their spot in the parade is reserved as parade slots are limited. To register, visit www.gaslamp.org/holiday. The Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade will take place at the Gaslamp Quarter Archway. For more information, visit www.gaslamp.org or call 619-233-5008.

SnowSide Winter Festival in Oceanside

December 9-11

Celebrate the holiday season at SnowSide Winter Festival at Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside. Experience this one of a kind holiday event never seen before in North County. SnowSide will take place Friday-Sunday, December 9-11, from 4pm – 9pm.

Hosted at the beau tiful Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside, PierClub and Emerald Isle welcomes all to this family-friendly event. There will be real snow and sled ding, Santa Claus, Christmas trees, live music and enter tainment, jumpies, glow golf putting course, silent disco, food, drinks and much more!

Emerald Isle Golf Course is located at 660 S. El Camino Real, Oceanside. For tickets visit www.emeraldislegolf.net Get tickets

Jurassic Quest at Del Mar Fairgrounds

for the perfect holi day gifts. Each eve ning concludes with Aurora, an exciting visual and sound experience that combines 3D projections, music, and light.

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

Holidays at Omni La Costa Resort

Join Omni La Costa Resort & Spa alongside genera tions of Carlsbad residents and visitors for both timehonored and new holidaythemed traditions this win ter season. Rediscover the magic with several oppor tunities for kids and kids-atheart to interact with Santa as he drops by to spread holiday cheer. Roast marshmal lows over the fire under magical snowfall with with sea sonally inspired s’mores boards.

This year’s array of spirited events will be further embel lished by the resort’s magical transformation into a fes tive poinsettia wonderland. Staying true to its mission of spreading joy through beautiful blooms, the resort’s world-class landscaping team will build and care for a vibrant display of over 10,000 brightly colored poinsettias adorning the heart of the resort.

Snow Days are back! There’s something inherently magi cal about snowfall. While Carlsbad is highly unlikely to experience such precipitation even during its coolest win ter nights, both adults and children will delight in the anticipation of “snow days” at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa.

For more information, call 760-438-9111 or visit www. omnihotels.com.

27th Annual ShamROCK St. Paddy’s Day Music + Beer Festival

March 12, 2pm-Midnight

The San Diego ShamROCK Music + Beer Festival returns to the streets of the Gaslamp Quarter. For 27 years, locals and tourists alike have flocked to the Gaslamp Quarter as shamROCK transforms the bustling San Diego downtown neighborhoods into a Celtic carnival for the senses with an abundance of pub-style seating, flowing green beer, traditional Irish steppers, Celtic rock bands, photo-ops, shenanigan games (with priz es!), and activation throughout the Gaslamp.

In addition to a multi-block music and entertainment line up, ShamROCK block party attendees will be welcome to enjoy free games through out the day at the ShamROCK Shenanigans Block. Giant lucky Jenga, Pot of Gold Cornhole, and

Giant beer pong are just some of the shenanigans that will test the skill and luck of competitors! Throughout the day, the infamous ShamROCK leprechaun emcee will be host ing showdowns on stage with epic prizes that would make even a leprechaun green with envy!

General Admission tickets start at just $35 for a day full of festivities, non-stop music, and a keepsake ShamROCK stein. VIP tickets start at just $79. This one-day Saint Patrick’s Day affair funds the year-long pro grams and museum operations for the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. ShamROCK takes place in the Gaslamp Quarter across several city blocks. For more information, tickets, line-up announcements and more, visit www.sandiegoshamrock.com.

January 20-23

Jurassic Quest is roar ing into the Del Mar Fairgrounds! The world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and excit ing experiences for the whole family. Observe a herd of life-size animatronic dino saurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, T-Rex and an incredible 50-foot long Megalodon. Interact with our trainers, baby dinos, and watch a live Raptor show. Explore dinosaur rides, giant fossil dig, inflatables, fossil science exhibit, and a “Triceratots” soft play area!

The Jurassic Quest exhibition will have animatronic dinosaurs created with paleontologists to be true-to-detail and size. Ride on some of the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America. Experience interactive walking dinosaur shows, fossil digs, fossil science exhibit, inflatables, and a “Triceratots” soft play area. This is your chance to meet baby dinos!

Get your tickets before they go extinct at www. jurassicquest.com.

Open Your Mind To Tiny Living at TinyFest Del Mar

March 11-12

Get ready for inspiration, information, and fun at Tinyfest Del Mar! The TinyFest is designed to connect you with others, to expand your knowledge, and to spark new ideas for tiny living. Celebrate tiny living at TinyFest and explore a variety of tiny houses from probuilders, do-it-yourselfers, van lifers and tiny dwellers. Tour tiny houses on wheels, backyard cottages, shipping container homes, vans, and bus conversions.

Enjoy the Simple Living Marketplace while listening to live music, eating good food and drinking beer. The TinyFest features a full line-up of speakers and workshops to inspire and inform. Builders and DIYers love to share their expertise and experiences! Meet builders, tiny dwellers, and fellow tiny living fans. TinyFest is a place for like-minded people to come together and make lasting connections.

Bring your good vibrations and join the community of creatives, collaborators, and problem solvers. TinyFest takes place at Del Mar Fairgrounds, in Del Mar. For more information, visit www.tinyfest.events.

San Diego Symphony Holiday at the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

12/9-11, 12/17, 12/21

This year’s spectacular line up includes the return of the Symphony’s signature and adored Noel, Noel concerts, as well as performances of How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Movie in Concert and Love Actually: Movie in Concert.

The San Diego Symphony is thrilled to present three performances of its annual Noel, Noel concerts on the San Diego bay, following last year’s successful sold-out run at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park for the first time ever. The Symphony invites friends and families to Jacobs Park for three show-stopping performances, December 9-11, 2022 (December 9 & 10 begin at 7:30 PM and December 11 begins at 5:00 PM.) Conducted by Christopher Dragon, directed by Jonathan Gilmer, featuring the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, San Diego Master Chorale, and the San Diego Children’s Choir, audiences will experience an all-new story and script, full of cozy holiday moments, popular tunes, and jolly spirit. All are invited to come early for holiday activations throughout the park, including themed food and beverage delights. Tickets range from $20 to $95 and are on sale today at www.TheShell.org.

Holiday Movies in Concert are back for another year at The Rady Shell, conducted by Thiago Tiberio and with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. On December 17, at 6:00 PM in a presentation of How The Grinch Stole Christmas: Movie in Concert, the San Diego Symphony Orchestra brings you on a wild ride back to Whoville where Cindy Lou Who takes matters into her own hands and turns the Grinch’s world upside down, inside out and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas. Later in the month, on December 21, at 7:00 PM the beloved holiday classic, Love Actually: Movie in Concert comes to The Rady Shell stage for a one-night-only performance. Spend the evening with your favorite holiday “rom-com” characters and get swept up in the magic of one of the most iconic Christmas Movie soundtracks of all time, as the San Diego Symphony Orchestra performs Craig Armstrong’s evocative score, with the film being projected onto the large screens at The Rady Shell. Tickets for both Movies in Concert range from $20 to $95 and are on sale today at www.TheShell.org.

TICKETMASTER/ LIVE NATION CONCERTS

12/1 Nick Swardson at The Magnolia

12/ 1 Chris Rock + Dave Chappelle at Viejas Arena

12/2 Modest Mouse at Observatory

12/3 Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle at Viejas Arena

12/3 Gordon Lightfoot at Balboa Theatre

12/4 Adam Sandler at Viejas Arena

12/5-6 Social Distortion at The Observatory

12/6 Beach House at Magnolia

12/7 Ramirez at House of Blues

12/9 Chelsea Handler at San Diego Civic

12/9 Emo Night Brooklyn House of Blues

12/15 Disney Jr. at Magnolia

12/16 The White Buffalo at Observatory

12/17 San Diego Ballet Nutcracker at The Magnolia

12/18 Dionne Warwick at The Magnolia 12/18 Fishbone at Observatory

12/19 Alton Brown at Magnolia 12/20 Peppa Pig’s Adventure at The Magnolia 12/29-31 Pierce The Veil at SOMA

1/6 Defying Gravity at House of Blues

1/7 6ONE9 at House of Blues

1/14 Subtronics at Pechanga Arena

1/18-25 Frozen at San Diego Civic

2/4 Yacht Rock Revue at The Observatory

2/4 YG at Viejas Arena

1/20 Unwritten Law at Observatory

2/7 Margo Price at The Observatory

2/10 Larkin Poe at House of Blues

2/18 Jim Gaffigan at Harrahs Resort

2/18 A Flock of Seagulls at House of Blues

2/22 Fidlar at Observatory

2/24 Magic City Hippies at Observatory

3/2 Maggie Rogers at Rady Shell

3/2 Brian Regan at The Magnolia

3/3 The Eagles at Pechanga Arena

3/7 Skegss at Observatory

3/1 Vance Joy at SOMA

3/21 Unknown Mortal Orchestra at Observatory

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

San Diego Civic

12/3-4

1/3-8 Aint Too Proud

1/18-29 Disney’s Frozen

2/11-17 The Puccini Duo

2/24-25 Beethoven Concerto Number 3 2/28-3/5 Mean Girls

3/7 Neil Degrasse Tyson

3/10-11 SD Symphony Presents Adams, Mozart.. 3/25-4/2 Tosca by SD Opera

4/4-5 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

4/6 Yo-Yo Ma

4/11 Riverdance

Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego. For ticket information, call (619) 570-1100 or visit www.sandiegotheatres.org.

The San Diego Civic is located at 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego 92101. Tickets at www.sandiegotheatres.org

Belly Up Tavern

12/1 Lee Fields presents The Sentimental Fool Tour with Molly Lewis, 8pm

12/4 A John Waters’ Christmas, 8pm

12/6 Sara Petite, 8pm

12/7 Built To Spill, 8pm

12/8 The Pine Mountain Logs, 7:45pm

12/10 The New Pornographers, 9pm

12/11 The New Pornographers, 8pm

12/13 The Venice Christmas Show, 8pm

12/14 Walter Trout, 8pm

12/15 Squirrel Nut Zippers, 8pm

12/16 Earthless, 9pm

12/17 Fear, 9pm

12/18 Eric Rachmany, 8pm 12/19 X, 8pm 12/20 X, 8pm

12/21 Abbey Road–A Tribute To The Beatles 8pm

12/22 BETAMAXX, 8pm

12/23 Cash’d Out, 9pm

12/27 Donavon Frankenreiter, 8pm

12/28 Yachtly Crew, 8pm

12/30 Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, 9pm

12/31 Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, 9pm

1/04 Lauren Leigh, 7:30pm

1/05 Cayucas, 9pm

1/06 The California Honeydrops, 9pm

1/07 The California Honeydrops, 9pm

1/13 The Pettybreakers, 9pm

1/14 Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, 8pm

1/15 Patrick Warburton, 8pm

1/17 Sam Outlaw, 7:30pm

1/20 Yonder Mountain String Band, 9:30pm

1/21 The Farmers, 8pm

1/22 Sabrosas Latin Orquesta, 7pm

1/23 The Marshall Tucker Band, 8pm

1/24 The Marshall Tucker Band, 8pm

1/25 The Robert Cray Band, 8pm

1/27 Led Zepagain, 9pm

1/31 The Wood Brothers, 8pm

2/01 The Wood Brothers, 8pm

2/03 Grateful Shred, 9:30pm

2/04 Grateful Shred, 9pm

2/08 Ottmar Liebert & Luna Negra, 8pm

2/13 Jesse Colin Young, 8pm

2/16 The Lone Bellow, 8pm

3/01 Ladysmith Black Mambazo, 8pm

3/05 Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 8pm

3/09 DakhaBrakha, 8pm

3/16 Sergio Mendes 8pm

4/27 Dawes, 8pm

4/28 Dawes, 9:30pm

5/22 Hoodoo Gurus, 8pm

6/08 EELS, 8pm

6/29 Paul Thorn, 8pm

The Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. For more information, call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

Pechanga Arena

12/10 Freestyle Explosion

Holiday Jam w Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, Johnny O, JJ Fad

12/30 OMFG NYE 2023 – Night 1 w Porter Robinson, RL Grime, LED

12/31 OMFG NYE 2023 – Night 2

1/14 Subtronics at 7:30pm

2/11 Valentines Super Love Jam

2/23 Ana Gabriel – Por Amor A Ustedes

3/3 Eagles Hotel California Tour at 8:00pm

4/10 Muse: Will of the People Tour 6/19-20 Blink 182

Live lOCAL MUSIC

Le Papagayo Carlsbad

12/30 Jay Cain

12/31 NYE Party with Jam

Berries

1/15 O’Clock Shadow

1/2 Johnny C

New Venue “The Sound” Opens At Fairgrounds Reggae Superstar Ziggy Marley to Headline Opening Night at New San Diego Concert Venue

12/1 5 O’clock Shadow

12/2 Keefer and Rob

12/3 John Bennet

12/4 AJ Audio Disco

12/5 Johnny C

12/6 Battista

12/7 Raynaldo

12/8 Whit Aadland

12/9 LAE

12/10 Jimmy Patton

12/11 Fernando

12/12 Tim Atkins

12/13 Clay Colton

12/14David Pozay

12/15 Swingin’ Johnsons

12/16 Jam Berries

12/17 Keefer and Rob

12/18 Divina

12/19 Jeff Moore

12/20 Lee Melton

12/21 Raynaldo

12/22 Whit Aadland

12/23 Backwater Blues Band

12/24 Shook

12/25 Christmas

12/26 Ben Powell

12/27 Clay Colton

12/28 John Bennett

12/29 Swingin’ Johnsons

1/3 Batista

1/4 Swingin’ Johnsons

1/5 Zach Guiterrez

1/6 John Bennett

1/7 Dos Echoes

1/8 AJ Audio Disco

1/9 Tim Atkins

1/10 Clay Colton

1/11 Lee Meltom

1/12 Whit Aadland

1/13 Keefer and Rob

1/14 Backwater Blues Band

1/15 Ben Powell

1/16 Jeff Moore

1/17 Fernando

1/18 Raynaldo

1/19 Swingin’ Johnsons

1/20 Redhand

1/21 Ginger Roots

1/22 Manly John

1/23 John Bennett

1/24 Jimmy Patton

1/25 David Pozay

1/26 Jay Cain

1/27 Chris Torez

1/28 Keefer and Rob

1/29 Whit Aadland

1/30 Sierra Marin

1/31 Clay Colton

Le Papagayo Carlsbad is located at 660 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad. For show changes, call (442) 333-9090 or visit www.lepapagayocarlsbad.com.

Le Papagayo Leucadia

12/31 NYE Party with John Bennett

San Diego North County welcomes the arrival of a world-class, 1,900-capacity concert venue, THE SOUND, and 8-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley will help launch it with a very special performance on February 3, 2023.

Located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and operated by Solana Beach-based Belly Up Entertainment, THE SOUND is a brand-new, state-ofthe-art performance space that adds an exciting midsized venue option for San Diego music lovers to see and hear their favorite artists. Envisioned and developed by California’s 22nd District Agricultural Association, the new room will host an eclectic range of public and private events, starting with Ziggy Marley’s special tribute to his father, Bob Marley, who would have turned 78 just a cou ple of days later. More headline concert announcements will follow over the next couple of weeks.

Built inside the mission-styled Surfside Center on the Fairgrounds’ east side, THE SOUND’s modern, intimate

Moonlight Amphitheatre

Jingle Terrace Live

12/7-10 and 12/14-18 Holiday spectacular with light show, holiday displays, movies and concerts by Merry and Bright and the Doo Wop Project Christmas Cabaret Series (indoors and on the Moonlight stage)

January – March 2023

Series will feature regional artists including Broadway star David Burnham, Crazy Talented Asians, and others!

March 31 Tribute to Selena starring Karol Posadas

April 1 Who’s That Girl – The ultimate diva experience April 14 Foreigners Journey starring Constantine Maroulis

April 15 The Garth Guy – The ultimate Garth Brooks tribute

June 29 Mick Adams & The Stones – Rolling Stones tribute

ambiance is underscored by its seaside vibe. Seamlessly integrating current design into historic architecture, the new room amplifies the region’s thriving entertain ment scene. Thus, THE SOUND.

“All of us at the 22nd District are thrilled to deliver THE SOUND to every San Diegan,” says Carlene Moore, CEO of the 22nd District. “We’re especially proud to partner with the great people at the legendary Belly Up venue, a long-time San Diego music company, who will undoubtedly curate the new room with local sensitivity.”

“So many great bands have played the Belly Up through out the years, and now THE SOUND provides a really cool next step for these bands as they grow,” says Steve Goldberg, co-owner of the Belly Up. “It’s a natural pro gression, right in our backyard, where we’ve been booking shows at the fair and the races for years.”

To purchase tickets for an Opening Night to remember, visit www.thesoundsd.com

Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill

(No Cover)

Every Sunday Jazz Quartet 6-10pm

Every Monday Open Mic 9pm-Midnight

Every Tuesday Karaoke 9pm-Midnight

Dec 1 Jukebox Junkies 9pm-Midnight

Dec 2 Circasonic 9pm-Midnight

Dec 3 Custard Pie 9pm-Midnight

Dec 8 Daddy Needs a Drink 9pm-Midnight

Dec 9 2lil2late 9pm-Midnight

Dec 10 The Edge 9pm-Midnight

Dec 15 All Strung Out 9pm-Midnight

Dec 16 Deluded Blues Band 9pm-Midnight

Dec 17 Tube Amp’d 9pm-Midnight

Dec 22 Blame Betty 9pm-Midnight

Dec 23 The Exiles 9pm-Midnight

12/1 Whit Aadland 12/2 John Bennett 12/3 Redhand 12/4 Jimmy Patton 12/5 Tim Atkins

12/6 5 O’clock Shadow 12/7 Swingin’ Johnsons 12/8 Keefer and Rob 12/9 Jack Attack 12/10 Dos Echoes 12/11 AJ Audio Disco 12/12 Clay Colton 12/13 Batista 12/14 Raynaldo 12/15 Jay Cain 12/16 Cody Carter 12/17 Russell Ramo 12/18 Rheanna Downey 12/19 Johnny C 12/20 Ben Powell 12/21 Swingin’ Johnsons 12/22 Christ Torez 12/23 Jeff Moore 12/24 Wheelhouse 12/25 Christmas 12/26 Keefer and Rob 12/27 Manly John 12/28 Raynaldo 12/29 Fernando 12/30 Whit Aadland

1/1 Tim Atkins 1/2 5 O’Clock Shadow 1/3 Keefer and Rob 1/4 Clay Colton 1/5 Whit Aadland 1/6 Jack Attack

1/7 John Bennett

1/8 Jeff Moore

1/9 Johnny C 1/10 Manly John 1/11 Raynaldo 1/12 Jay Cain

1/13 Backwater Blues Band 1/14 Taryn Donath

1/15 AJ Audio Disco

1/16 Lee Melton

1/17 Jimmy Patton

1/18 Clay Colton

1/19 Whit Aadland

1/20 Cody Carter

1/21 Swingin’ Johnsons

1/22 Ben Powell

1/23 Divina

1/24 Steve Orr

1/25 Raynaldo 1/26 Keefer and Rob

1/27 Ginger Roots

1/28 Dos Echoes

1/29 Sierra Marin

1/30 Fernando 1/31 John Bennett

Le Papagayo Leucadia is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. Call for schedule changes (760) 944-8252 or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

1st Street Bar

12/1 The Upshots (Rockabilly/Roots Rock)

12/2 Tuesday & the Gypsy (60’s/&0’s rock covers)

12/3 Maka Roots (Roots Reggae)

12/8 Mod Professor (Surf Reggae Covers)

12/9 The Remnants (Classic Rock)

12/10 Sunday Morning Sidewalk (Folk/Pop/Jazz/Soul)

12/16 Son of Kane

12/17 Ron and the Berry Pickers (Country)

12/22 The Rued (Indie/Pop covers & originals)

12/24 CHRISTMAS EVE

12/29: Midnight Ride (Top 40)

12/30 Johnny Rock Band (Original Surf Rock) $250

June 30 Adventures in Parrotdise – Jimmy Buffet tribute

July 1 Dead Man’s Party – Oingo Boingo tribute

July 2 Tusk – Fleetwood Mac tribute

July 7 Yachtly Crew – The Titan’s of Soft Rock July 8 Who’s Bad – Michael Jackson ultimate tribute Moonlight Amphitheatre is located at 1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. Visit www.moonlightstage.com

Dec 29 Shaynie Rhoads Band 9pm-Midnight

Dec 31 NYE Party featuring PRI 9pm-Midnight

Jan 6 Thea the Band 9pm-Midnight

Jan 7 Tube Amp’d 9pm-Midnight

Jan 12 James Allen Band 9pm-Midnight

Jan 19 Rick Trotter Band 9pm-Midnight

Jan 20 Custard Pie 9pm-Midnight

Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas. For more information, call (760) 753-7575 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com.

My Yard Live

12/2 Karaoke

12/3 Blame Betty (Rockabilly/Roots Rock/Surf Rock)

12/4 The Ideas (Vintage Rock & Roll)

12/9 DJ/KARAOKE

12/10 PRIMO (Original Funk/Rock)

12/11 All Vinyl Reggae (with Fady)

12/16 CircaSonic (Rock Covers)

Pierre-Laurent Aimard 3/3 Goitse 3/5 Maria Schneider Orchestra 3/9 Igor Levit 3/11 Community Arts Open House 3/14 Alisa Weilerstein 3/18 Zakir Hussain 3/19 Samara Joy 3/25 Scott Silven

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center is located at 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla. For more information, call (858) 459-3728 or visit www.TheConrad.org. Some performances listed are at other venues. Please check online calendar listings.

12/31 NYE Party with guest DJ

1/6 Hailey Wild

1/7 Mr Bell Band (Classic Rock Covers)

1/12 The Good Vibes Band (Multi Genre/Rock)

1/13 Bobby Detroit (Soul/Funk/Rock)

1/4 The Rued (Indie/Pop covers & originals)

1/19 Neil Gregory Johnson & the Lonelies (Country/Folk)

1/20 Maturation Soul (Soul/Funk)

1/27 The Exploits (Alt Rock Covers)

1/28 Mr Bell Band (Classic Rock Covers)

1st Street Bar is located at 656 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 www.1ststreetbar.com (760) 944-0233

12/17 Lucy Moringstar (Reggae)

12/18 All Strung Out (Classic Rock & Southern Rock covers)

12/24 Christmas Eve

12/25 Christmas Day

12/31 NYE Party with blues artist Bill Magee Band + DJs

1/7 Mojo Strut (Dance/Funk/Soul/Rock)

1/8 Bell Pepperz (Variety Band)

1/13 Tommy Kind and The Nobels (Classic Rock Covers)

1/14 Clearly Dirty (Original Rock/Blues)

1/15 FreeMartin & Aki Drums Drum circle

1/20 Neil Gregory Johnson & the Lonelies (Country/Folk)

1/21 Bobby Detroit (Soul/Funk/Rock)

1/27 Maturation Soul (Soul/Funk)

1/28 Dave Preston & the Grown Ups (Folk/Americana/Roots)

My Yard Live is located at 288 Rancheros Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069 (760) 798-0779 https://www.myyardlive.com/

Saddle Bar

12/1 Eventide (Alternative Rock)

12/8 Blame Betty (Rockabilly/Roots Rock/ Surf Rock)

12/15 2Lil 2Late (Rock Covers)

12/22 The Letdown (Punk Rock Covers)

12/29 Son of Kane

1/5 90 MPH (90’s & classic rock covers)

1/12 Rick Trotter Band (Classic Rock)

Saddle Bar is located at 123 W Plaza St Solana Beach, CA 92075. (858) 755-5007 http://www.thesaddlebar.com, All Shows 9:30pm-12:30am.

CSUSM Men’s Basketball

12/2 vs. Cal State Dominguez Hills, 7:30pm

12/4 vs. Cal State East Bay, 3pm

12/9 @ Cal State Monterey Bay, 7:30pm

12/11 @ San Francisco State, 3pm

12/19 @ Westcliff, 2:30pm

1/2 @ Cal State LA, 3pm

1/6 vs. Humboldt State, 7:30pm

1/8 vs. Sonoma State, 3pm

1/13 @ Chico State, 7:30pm

1/15 @ Stanislaus State, 7:30pm

1/20 @ Cal Poly Pomona, 7:30pm

1/22 @ Cal State San Bernardino, 3pm

1/27 vs. San Francisco State, 7:30pm

1/29 vs. Cal State Monterey Bay, 3pm

Home games take place at The Sports Center, which is located at 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos. For more information, visit www.csusmcougars.com.

SDSU Men’s Basketball

12/4 @ Michigan, 10am

12/8 vs. Cal State Fullerton, TBA

12/17 @ Saint Mary’s, 7pm

12/22 vs. UC San Diego, TBA

1/1 @ UNLV, 1pm

1/5 vs. Fresno State, 7:30pm

1/8 vs. Nevada, 1pm

1/12 @ Wyoming, 7pm

1/15 @ New Mexico, 6pm

1/18 vs. UNLV, 6pm

1/22 vs. Boise State, 6:30pm

1/26 @ Utah State, 8pm

1/31 vs. New Mexico, 7pm

Home games take place at Viejas Arena, which is located at 5500 Canyon Crest Drive, San Diego. For more information, visit www.goaztecs.com.

BAHAMAS BOWL

CSUSM Women’s Basketball

12/2 vs. Cal State Dominguez Hills, 5:30pm

12/4 vs. Cal State East Bay, 1pm

12/9 @ Cal State Monterey Bay, 5:30pm

12/11 @ San Francisco State, 1pm

1/2 @ Cal State LA, 1pm

1/6 vs. Humboldt State, 5:30pm

1/8 vs. Sonoma State, 1pm

1/13 @ Chico State, 5:30pm

1/15 @ Stanislaus State, 5:30pm

1/20 @ Cal Poly Pomona, 5:30pm

1/22 @ Cal State San Bernardino, 1pm

1/27 vs. San Francisco State, 5:30pm

1/29 vs. Cal State Monterey Bay, 1pm

Home games take place at The Sports Center, which is located at 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos. For more information, visit www.csusmcougars.com.

SDSU Women’s Basketball

12/1 vs. San Diego, 6pm

12/8 @ California Baptist, 6pm

12/17 vs. UC San Diego, 6pm

12/21 vs. Ohio State, 1pm

12/28 vs. Wyoming, 6pm

12/31 @ Fresno State, 2pm

1/3 vs. Colorado State, 6pm

1/9 @ New Mexico, 1pm

1/13 vs. Utah State, 6pm

1/15 vs. Boise State, 1pm

1/19 @ Nevada, 6:30pm

1/27 vs. Air Force, 6pm

1/29 vs. New Mexico, 12pm

Home games take place at Viejas Arena, which is located at 5500 Canyon Crest Drive, San Diego. For more information, visit www.goaztecs.com.

NCAA COLLEGE FOOTBALL BOWL GAMES

Dec. 16 | 11:30am PST on ESPN

Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium, Nassau, Bahamas

CURE BOWL

Dec. 16 | 3pm PST on ESPN2

Exploria Stadium, Orlando, Fla.

FENWAY BOWL

Dec. 17 | 11am PST on ABC

Fenway, Boston

CELEBRATION BOWL

Dec. 17 | 12pm PST on ABC

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Ga.

NEW MEXICO BOWL

Dec. 17 | 2:15pm PST on ESPN

University Stadium, Albuquerque, N.M.

LENDING TREE BOWL

Dec. 17 | 5:45pm PST on ESPN

Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, Ala.

LA BOWL

Dec. 17, | 3:30pm PST on ABC

SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, Calif.

LAS VEGAS BOWL

Dec. 17| 7:30pm PST on ESPN

Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV

MYRTLE BEACH BOWL

Dec. 19 | 2:30pm PST on ESPN

Brooks Stadium, Conway, S.C.

FAMOUS IDAHO POTATO BOWL

Dec. 20 | 3:30pm PST on ESPN

Albertsons Stadium, Boise, Idaho

NEW ORLEANS BOWL

Dec. 21 | 9:00pm PST on ESPN

Caesars Superdome, New Orleans

ARMED FORCES BOWL

Dec. 22 | 7:30pm PST on ESPN

Amon G. Carter Stadium, Fort Worth, Texas

HAWAII BOWL Dec. 24| 8pm on ESPN

Ching Complex, Honolulu, Hawaii

CAMELLIA BOWL

Dec. 27 | 12:00pm PST on ESPN

Cramton Bowl, Montgomery, Ala.

QUICK LANE BOWL

Dec. 27| 2:30pm PST on ESPN

Ford Field, Detroit, Mich.

LIBERTY BOWL

Dec. 28 | 5:30pm PST on ESPN

Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, Memphis, Tenn.

HOLIDAY BOWL

Dec. 28 | 8pm PST on FOX

Petco Park, San Diego, Calif.

CHEEZ-IT BOWL Dec. 29 | 5:30pm PST on ESPN

Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Fla.

ALAMO BOWL

Dec. 30 | 9:00pm PST on ESPN

Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas

DUKE’S MAYO BOWL

Dec. 30, 2021 | 8:30am PST on ESPN

Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, N.C.

For more information, visit www.ncaa.com.

ORANGE BOWL

Dec. 30 | on ESPN

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Fla.

GATOR BOWL

Dec. 30 | 3:30pm PST on ESPN

TIAA Bank Field, Jacksonville, Fla.

SUN BOWL Dec. 30 | 2:00pm PST on CBS

Sun Bowl Stadium, El Paso, Texas

ARIZONA BOWL Dec. 30 | 4:30pm PST on Barstool Sports Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz.

FIESTA BOWL Dec. 31 | on ESPN State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Ariz.

SUGAR BOWL

Dec. 31 | 12:00pm PST on ESPN

Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, La.

CITRUS BOWL

Jan. 2 | 1:00pm PST on ABC

Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Fla. ROSE BOWL Jan. 2 | on ESPN Rose Bowl, Pasadena, Calif.

COTTON BOWL Jan. 2 | on ESPN

AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

San Diego International Auto Show

December 30 – January 2

The San Diego International Auto Show is one of Southern California’s premier automo tive events, featuring more than 400 new-model vehicles that are on sale or about to go on sale. It includes the newest full range of cars and trucks, elec tric vehicles, plugin hybrids, exotics, crossovers and SUVs, which fill the San Diego Convention Center in an engaging non-sales environment.

Nearly every make and model sold by San Diego deal erships is on display and open for visitors to explore and compare. Automakers will provide interactive experiences to entertain visitors. There is a Cadillac retrospective, muse um cars, and a variety of ven dors, selling everything from die cast cars to automotive products. Inside the convention center, visi tors can experience the climbing thrills of Camp Jeep. Outside, tick eted attendees have the opportu nity to drive the newest vehicles from Chevrolet, Chrysler, Nissan, Subaru, and Toyota. The SDG&E Electric Vehicle Day features exclusive rides in the newest EVs as well.

San Diego Convention Center is located at 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Call (858) 550-0080 or to purchase tickets, visit www.sdautoshow.com.

Natural Grass Driving Range and 18-Hole Par-3 Golf Course in Carlsbad

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

Rancho Carlsbad also offers golf lessons, clinics, PGA Junior Golf Camps and footGolf. FootGolf is a new sport that combines the precision of golf with the energy and fun of soccer. The goal of footGolf is to get a soccer ball with the lowest possible number of kicks from marked tees into a hole. It is played like a traditional golf game, but with a soccer ball and a person’s foot. Golfers can fin ish the day with a stop at the pro shop and 19th Hole Deli for a beer or glass of wine and a sandwich, burger or hot dog. Happy Hour is every day from 1 to 4pm. For $15, golfers receive a large bucket of balls and a beer of choice. Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club is located at 5200 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. For more information, call (760) 438-1772 or visit www.ranchocarlsbadgolf.com

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

By Andy Lee

I have a very good dental plan, but it doesn’t cover gums, molar crowns, some root canals, bridges, etc. I recently cracked the porcelain of a 15-year old crown and it wasn’t covered under my dental insurance. I called a few San Diego dental offices and was quoted between $1,100–$1,500 for a porcelain over metal crown.

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

a yellow taxi waiting for me (no charge). The driver spoke perfect English and in 5 minutes we arrived at the office. There was a coffee shop on the first floor lobby. I bought a latte. The elevator attendant opened the elevator door and used her card and pushed the 3rd floor button for me.

I opened the door and the office looked just as nice as any dental office in the U.S. and better than most.

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

went to work. They gave me an iPod to listen to music. After removing the cracked crown she took another X-ray because she found a large cavity below the gum line under the old crown. She proceeded to remove the decay, filled the cavity, took an impression for a new crown, and gave me a temporary crown. I returned in 10 days for the permanent crown, and it looks more natural than my other two crowns. Total cost was $320 plus $50 for the filling. I saved over $1,000. A taxi drove me back to the border (no charge). I saved over $1,000 and the experience was great. Here is Dr. Shirley Baker’s number (619) 270-2165. Please let them know you read about this in the North County Sun.

Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon, Surf Sun Run 5K, and Double Down Challenge

January 15

As one of San Diego’s most scenic winter races, the Carlsbad Marathon series of races features breathtaking views of the coastline, course support, and entertainment along the way. All races take place on January 15, with start times ranging from 6:15am for the marathon to 6:45am for the Surf Sun Run. Each race starts and finishes at The Shoppes at Carlsbad. There is an opportunity to participate in a virtual race this year as well.

Runners have the option to par ticipate in the 26.2-mile marathon, the 13.1-mile half marathon, the Surf Sun Run 5K, or the Double Down Challenge, which combines the half marathon and 5K. The half marathon is part of San Diego’s Half Marathon Triple Crown series, which also includes the San

January 25-28

Wednesday, January 25 to Saturday, January 28, making it the only PGA Tour to end on a Saturday. It is the 70th year that a golf tournament has been held in San Diego, and the 13th year that the tournament has been sponsored by Farmer’s Insurance. Past champions include three-time winner Phil Mickelson, two-time winner Arnold Palmer,

Diego Half Marathon and the America’s Finest City Half Marathon. A Finish Line Festival awaits runners at The Shoppes at Carlsbad. Runners can relax with loved ones while enjoying live music and refreshments. There is also a beer garden for those 21 and older.

Prior to race day, there is a Kids Marathon Mile on January 15 at Legoland California Resort. Participants can run, walk, stroll, or even be pushed in a stroll er on a route that winds through the theme park. A por tion of each registration is donated directly to Merlin’s Magic Wand, a children’s charity founded by Merlin Entertainment.

The Shoppes at Carlsbad are located at 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. Legoland California Resort is located at 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad. For more infor mation, call (760) 692-2900 or visit www.carlsbadmarathon.com.

San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) Holiday Bowl

December 28, 5pm

The winners of two of college foot ball’s most competitive conferences go head-to-head in the annual San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) Holiday Bowl on December 28 at Petco Park. The Holiday Bowl offers a Power-5 matchup of top teams from the Pac-12 and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The game will air live on broadcast television and starts at 5pm. The game will then be followed by San Diego’s famous 101.5 KGB Sky Show!

and seven-time champion Tiger Woods. The reigning champion of 2022 is Luke List.

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

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

Holiday Bowl festivi ties begin on December 27, with the Snapdragon Bowl Bash at 5pm in the Gaslamp District. The Holiday Bowl 5K Run/Walk along North Harbor Drive kicks off game day, December 28, at 9:45am, followed by the Holiday Bowl Parade through the bay side streets of downtown San Diego at 10am. More than 100,000 street-side spectators and a nationwide TV audi ence will enjoy floats, marching bands, drill teams, and a procession of enormous balloons. Petco Park is located at 100 Park Blvd., San Diego. For more information, visit www.holidaybowl.com.

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