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MUSEUMS & CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS
| Balboa Park December Nights |
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Balboa Park's museums and performing arts groups are planning unique events to celebrate December Nights - from kid's crafts, to entertainment, to visits with Santa.
Pacticipating museums will be open free of charge from 5:00-9:00 pm. on Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5.
Enjoy spectacular views of Balboa Park December Nights and Downtown San Diego from the Zoo's Skyfari Aerial Tram Ride. All tickets for the Skyfari are round trips only with no on or off privileges on the far side of the Zoo, $4. The Zoo will not be open except for access to and from the Skyfari Aerial Tram. Santa's Express Miniature Railroad (near the Zoo exit) will take a 3 minute holiday ride, $2.
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Near the San Diego Zoo Zone
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37 art studios and a courtyard full of regional artist display booths assure the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Handmade Christmas tree and photos with Santa on his throne. Artist-designed holiday wreaths and ornaments fundraiser sale. Kettle corn, hot cocoa and cider and live entertainment.
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San Diego Mineral & Gem Society
An extensive fossil, mineral and lapidary museum.
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The Old Globe Theatre will be open, featuring the Globe's legendary costumes and a scene onstage from "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" Popcorn and photos with The Grinch, hosted by the Globe Guilders. Lady Carolyn's Pub serves food and beverages and the Whoville Country Store presents a Dr. Seuss Christmas shopping experience.
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Traditional Swedish foods include meatballs, open-faced sandwiches, pea soup, rosettes (pastries), hot chocolate and glögg (hot spiced wine). Annual
Santa Lucia Procession at 6 & 8 p.m.
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Galleries feature European and American masters and Asian treasures. Holiday music in Hibben Gallery: 12/4, La Jolla Renaissance Singers, 5pm; Pacific Camerata, 7pm. 12/5, Courtly Noyse. ** Closed during daytime hours - opens at 5:00pm**
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Masterworks in the collection cover 700 years of history and range from 14th century altarpieces through 18th century portraits and landscapes to 19th century still lifes. The foyer features the Timken's annual holiday tree with the Schlappi Collection of Hord and Schlappi ornaments.
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San Diego Civic Dance Association
Hourly dance performances beginning at 5:15pm featuring tap, jazz, modern, breakdance and more at the Casa del Prado Patio stage. Photos with Santa, Elves & Reindeer. Pasta with tomato-basil pesto, and hot and cold beverages. Cookie decorating.
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San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
Excerpts from The Nutcracker at 6, 7 & 8 p.m. on the Casa del Prado stage.
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"Celebrating Our 50 States" showcases trees decorated to reflect each of the 50 United States. Fresh protea flowers and gingerbread cookies for sale.
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Students perform a variety of holiday musical numbers.
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The San Diego Chorus of Sweet Adelines International
Hot dogs, baked potatoes, chili, hot chocolate, baked goods, nachos, sodas.
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Blind Community Center
Member-created holiday crafts, a Christmas CD, and information about the Blind Community Center. Carolers accompanied by guitar perform every hour.
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23nd Annual Poinsettia display. Open 10:00 am-4:00pm-closed during evening hours of the festival.
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Visit the Museum's permanent exhibition, Fossil Mysteries. Holiday tunes in the atrium by the Pomerado Brass Quintet (5 -6 pm) and the Tuba4s (6-8 pm). View the Museum's giant-screen presentation of Dinosaurs Alive! 3D for only $5. (Theater schedule will be posted at the Museum.) Cookies, mistletoe, crafts, coffee and other beverages for sale. Please note: special exhibition Darwin: Evolution Revolution will be closed to the public during December Nights.
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Friday Dec.5-open 10am-4pm; at 5pm gallery open for ages 21 and up (ID required). Wine bar, pictures with Santa. Saturday Dec. 6 -open 10am-4pm & 5-9pm, kid-friendly evening features photos with Santa (fee ). Handmade Christmas ornaments available for sale at artisan shop. Traditional roasted chestnuts, cider, kettle corn, coffee and soda available outside in the arcade.
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Exhibits include SONABAI: Another Way of Seeing; FISCH OUT OF WATER: Sea Creatures of Arline Fisch; TRANSFORMED BY FIRE: June Schwarcz Enamel Vessels; A Salute to James Hubbell and MASTERS OF MID-CENTURY CALIFORNIA MODERNISM. Also on display the winning construction produced for "Gingerbread City" with the theme "The Greatest Story Ever Told." Exquisite international gifts in the museum store.
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Experienced volunteers provide festival information. ATM machine, snacks/drinks and versatile gift shopping.
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Nightly holiday entertainment on the outdoor terraces with margaritas, beer, mulled wine and hot coffee drinks. Dinner served in the restaurant 5-10pm; lunch 11am-3pm. Walks-ins only.
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Entertainment and holiday shopping. 12/4, San Diego Harmony Ringers, 6:30-7:20pm & 7:45-8:30pm; 12/5, St. Mark's Bell Choir 6:30 -7:15pm & 7:45-8:30pm The museum and store will be open 10am - 4pm on 12/4; closed from 4-5pm, then reopen for free from 5-9pm. 12/5 closed until 5pm.
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Exhibitions Beloved Daughters: Photographs by Fazal Sheikh and Picturing the Process: The Photograph as Witness; Through the Lens: Selections from MoPA's Education Programs. Take a professional family photo: $5 per group, which includes one 4x6 print Holiday blowout sale- 50% off select items. **Closed during daytime hours - opening at 5:00pm**
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Largest operating model railroad museum in North America features the Annual LEGO Train Exhibit-a display of the Southern California LEGO Train Club's latest creations. Holiday art displayed around the museum featuring Angela Trotta Thomas' work and our Toys for Tots charity event for those who would like to donate an unwrapped gift for a child in need this holiday season
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Explore 100+ hands-on exhibits for all ages including "Motion Mania" and "Block Busters!" Or take in one of three giant IMAX® films in the Heikoff Dome Theater (additional fee). Enjoy overflowing bread bowls of clam chowder or chili, hot chocolate, holiday cookies, hot apple cider, and cinnamon buns at Galileo's Holiday Eats.
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Authentic chicken teriyaki, yaki-soba with grilled vegetables, hot green tea and apple cider.
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Fresh sushi, udon noodle soup, teriyaki salmon, chicken, beef and veg bowls, and Japanese curry. Also 42 hot teas, gifts for the holidays and more.
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Community Christmas Center
Baked goodies, hot cider, cocoa and coffee at the Gingerbread Cottage, and pictures with Santa. The Community Christmas Center sponsors the Nativity Scenes at the Organ Pavilion, decorates and lights the live Christmas tree, and provides many traditional Christmas decorations in Balboa Park each year.
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Traditional and seasonal ethnic foods and holiday beverages. Entertainment at the Cottage stage.
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Unique, handcrafted items such as clothing, toys, ornaments, jewelry, artifacts from Africa, Latin America, Poland, Russia, Scandinavia and many more countries.
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Holiday Review features a variety of puppets and performers. 20-minute shows at 6, 7 & 8 p.m.
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Exhibits highlight the icon of the 20th century-the automobile. Photos with Santa outside of the museum. **Closed during daytime hours - opening at 5:00pm**
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San Diego sports history comes alive. Baked goods, candy, beverages and holiday and sport-themed crafts by the Madres outside the museum.
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Exhibits, flight simulators and special activities highlight the story of flight history. The Library & Archives Department will be selling books, magazines and photographs. (The Da Vince Experience and To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA will not be open.) 12/4, US Navy Band Southwest Woodwind Quintet & SeaBreeze 5:45, 6:00 & 7:00; 12/5, US Navy Band Southwest Brass Quintet & Holiday Carolers, 5:30 & 6:30
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Unique shopping experience at Centro's Mercadito, with original jewelry, clothing, and crafts from local artists. Outdoor entertainment on the Cultural Lawn between Centro Cultural de la Raza and WorldBeat Center. African drum & dance, Reggae & Latin music, vendors and food.
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Park and Recreation Dept/Therapeutic Services Holiday Carnival and Craft Fair (12/5-11:00am-3:00pm only)
Free. Booth and food tickets are $0.25. Crafts, entertainment, food, and games.
At the War Memorial Building lawn located at Park Blvd. and Morley Field Dr.
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