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November
2012
Nov.
3, 10, 17 — Nightlife
at the Academy, California Academy
of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, S.F. Thursday nights, after
the Academy closes, the museum
features "Nightlife" — a weekly evening event blending cutting-edge
science, music (live band or DJ), dancing, cocktails (no-host bar) and food in a unique museum setting. Mingle and have fun exploring
the museum at night. 6-10pm. Adults
ages 21 and over. Museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day. Skip the Line: California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket Skip the Line: California Academy of Sciences "Behind the Scenes Platinum Tour" Nov. 3rd —
Dungeness Crab Season begins for San Francisco / Northern California Nov. 4, 11 & 18 — Friday
Nights at the de Young, de Young
Museum, Golden Gate Park, S.F. "Friday Nights at the
de Young" features a mix of live music, poetry, films,
dance, art-making demos, lectures, docent tours and interactive
kids activities. Nov. 4-12 — American
Indian Film Festival, various S.F. locations. National
American Indian Heritage Month is celebrated every year in
November. The festival will premiere over 80 new feature films,
shorts, public service, music videos and documentaries from
U.S. American Indian and Canadian First Nation Communities.
415-554-0525 Nov 15-Dec 30 — The William S. Paley Collection: A Taste for Modernism, de Young museum, S.F. This exhibit focuses on the extraordinary French School and School of Paris, late 19th- and early 20th-century artists. Featuring more than 60 paintings, sculptures, and drawings, the selection of Paley’s collection is particularly rich in the works of Cézanne, Paul Gauguin, Pablo Picasso, and Henri Matisse, with significant works by Edgar Degas, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Pierre Bonnard, Georges Roualt, and Andre Derain. Sept 29-Jan. 27, 2013 — "The World Is Not My Home: Photographs by Danny Lyon" exhibit at the de Young museum, Golden Gate Park, S.F. Oct 6-Feb. 17, 2013 — "Rudolph Nureyev: A Life in Dance" exhibit, de Young museum, Golden Gate Park, S.F. Dedicated to the life and work of Rudolf Nureyev, the exhibit showcases over 80 costumes and 50 photographs from the the legendary dancer and choreographer's personal collection. Nov. 4-13 — Hawaii's Annual
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, Kona (western coast of The Big Island) Hawaii. The
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is Hawaii's oldest food festival — highlighting
Hawaii's culture and diversity. The annual festival includes
contests, tastings, parades, farm tours, coffee workshops, art
exhibits, a concert... and more! Nov. 4-Jan. 6, 2012 — Holiday Ice Rink at Rockefeller Center, New York City. Fun for New Yorkers and tourists alike! The Holiday Ice Rink Schedule runs from November 4, 2011 thru' January 6, 2012. Mon-Thurs 9am-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 8:30am-12 midnight, Sun 8:30am-10pm. Rockefeller Center is located on 5th Avenue, between 49th & 50th Streets in NYC. Nov. 5-9 — Morrison Planetarium 60th Anniversary - Morrison Planetarium will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a week of special programs at the California Academy of Sciences. Nov. 6 — Daylight Savings Time Ends ("Fall Back; Spring Ahead"). Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour (at 2am on the first Sunday in November) before you go to bed Saturday night. Nov. 7-11 — Napa Valley Film Festival, Napa Valley. Film buffs won't want to miss this exciting festival. The Napa Valley Film Festival is held annually on the second full weekend of November — running from Wednesday night thru' Sunday night. Festival highlights include: 100 new films, 250+ visiting filmmakers (directors, writers, actors, producers) presenting their films, audience Q&As, sneak movie previews, tributes, Food & Wine-Tasting Pavillions in each Festival Village... and more! Nov. 8 —"Regent Street Christmas Lights" London,
Regent Street, London, U.K. London's West End's famous Regent
Street
Holiday Lighting takes
place on Tuesday, Nov. 8th at approximately 5pm. Join in the fun as Regent Street is transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Enjoy celebrity appearances and live music. Nearest tube stations: Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus. Lights will remain lit until Friday, Jan. 6, 2012. Nov. 8-Dec. 18 — Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida. Enjoy live entertainment featuring Disney characters, spectacular fireworks extravaganza, and a festival Holiday Parade. Complimentary cookies, hot chocolate... and more. Fun for kids and big kids too! 7pm-12 midnight Nov. 9 —"Covent Garden Christmas Lights" London,
Covent Garden Piazza, London, U.K. Covent Garden's
Holiday Lighting takes
place on Wednesday, Nov. 9th at approximately 5pm. Fun event features a fabulous light display, traditional christmas tree, digital nativity scene, giant red baubles, 32-foot topiary reindeer, and live entertainment. Lights will remain lit until Friday, Jan. 6, 2012. Nov. 9 — 45th Annual CMA Awards (Country Music Awards), Nashville, TN. The 45th Annual CMA Awards is co-hosted by Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley. Show airs live on Wednesday, November 9th at 8pm/7c on ABC; check local TV listings. Nov. 9-Jan.
8 — Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center,
Justin Herman Plaza, Embarcadero Center, S.F. Celebrate the
Holiday Season at Embarcadero's fun Holiday Ice Rink. 90-minute
sessions start on every even hour. Open daily 10am-10pm Sun-Thurs,
10am-11:30pm Fri-Sat. Note: Rink may be closed for private events (see web site below for more info). Nov. 9-Jan.
16 — Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square,
Union Square, S.F. Skate into the Holidays! Celebrate the festive
holiday season at Union Square's FUN Holiday Ice Rink. 90-minute
sessions start on every half hour. Open 10am-10pm Sun-Thurs,
10am-11:30pm Fri-Sat. Note: Closes at 9:30pm on Dec 31 (New
Year's Eve). 415-781-2688 Nov. 9-Mar.
31 — Mavericks International Surf Contest in Half Moon Bay, CA Nov. 10 — London's
Carnaby Street Christmas Lights & Decorations,
Carnaby Street, London, U.K. Carnaby Street, famous for its psychedelic '60s, comes alive during the holidays with its annual Christmas Lights & Decorations. Holiday Lighting takes
place on Thursday, Nov. 10th at approximately 5pm. Carnaby Street is located in the heart of London's West End. Nearest tube station: Oxford Circus. Lights will remain lit until Friday, Jan. 6, 2012. Nov. 10 — "Penguins+Pajamas" Academy Sleepover, California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, S.F. "Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers" enable kids to camp out for the night at the Academy and explore their favorite exhibits after hours. The fun event is open to children between the ages of 5 and 17 — an adult chaperone (25 years or older) must accompany every group of up to five children. Nov. 8-11 — 13th Annual San Francisco World Music Festival, S.F. Experience three innovative evenings of transformation as the San Francisco World Music Festival brings together the music of many cultures. Trilogy Series (rituals, epics, operas) premiering "The Opera Project: Voices from the Other Side" — a global opera integrating masters of Chinese Beijing Opera, Tibetan Opera... and more! Nov. 11 —Annual
Holiday Stroll, Downtown Los
Altos. Get a jump-start on your Holiday Shopping. Enjoy an
evening of food, drinks and live entertainment at over 50 downtown
Los Altos shops. 5-9pm. 650-949-5282 Nov. 11-13 — Harvest
Festival Original Art & Craft Show,
San Mateo County Event Center, Expo Hall, San Mateo (formerly held in San Francisco).
Get an early start to the Holiday shopping season. Visit 250
artisan booths featuring unique handmade products, Swarovski
jewelry, elegant hats, home décor, vibrant clothing,
hot accessories, specialty foods, and more! Adults $9, Senior
(62+) $7, Youth (13-17) $4, 12 and under free when accompanied
by an adult. Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. 415-447-3205 Nov.-Apr. 8, 2012 — "Maharaja: The Splendor of India's Royal Courts", Asian Art Museum, S.F. See the dazzling world of Indian royalty from the 1700s to the 1940s. The exhibit features more than 200 artworks, including a gold throne, a silver carriage, Man Ray photographs, and a diamond belt. Nov. 11-13 — Celebration of Craftswomen, Festival Pavilion at
Fort Mason Center, S.F. "Celebration of Craftswomen" is
the nation's largest women's crafts fair. This fun weekend
event features decorative ceramics and glass, sculpted wood
and metals, jewelry, clothing, household furniture and accessories,
fine art sculpture, photography, paintings and children's toys.
Live entertainment, gourmet food and drink, Silent Auction
and Raffle. 10am-5pm.
415-731-6794 Nov. 11-Jan. 2 — NEW Radio
City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular Show Buy Radio City Christmas Spectacular tickets from TicketNetwork Nov. 12 — "Penguins+Pajamas" Academy Sleepover, California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, S.F. "Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers" enable kids to camp out for the night at the Academy and explore their favorite exhibits after hours. The fun event is open to children between the ages of 6 and 17 — an adult chaperone (25 years or older) must accompany every group of up to five children. Nov. 12 — Monterey Wine Country's "Best of the Blue", Del Monte Aviation Hanger, near Monterey Airport, Monterey County. Post-harvest event features over 50 Monterey Wineries showcasing their best wines, gourmet food trucks, . 1-4pm. 831-375-9400 Nov. 14-Jan. 8 — Holiday Fun at Disneyland, CA. Christmas Fantasy Parade, Holiday Magic Fireworks Show and more! Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, Anaheim, L.A. Nov. 13 — Santana
Row "Tree Lighting
Ceremony", Santana Row, San Jose. Fun
Holiday festivities throughout Santana Row begin at 3pm. Live
holiday
music and performances and special appearances by Santa Claus.The lighting of the 40-ft Christmas tree will take
place at a NEW location — at the Giant Chessboard on Santana Row (formerly at Park Valencia) between 7pm-7:30pm. Nov. TBD — The
Fabulous Food Festival Discontinued as of 2011, Concourse Exhibition Center, S.F.
Fun for Foodies! Specialty and gourmet foods — over
150 exhibitors, live entertainment, giveaways, demos, lectures...
and
more. Nov. 16-Dec.
31 — Beach
Blanket Babylon Holiday Shows @ Club Fugazi, 678
Beach
Blanket Babylon
Blvd., S.F.
This "only in San Francisco" show
is spectacular. Special Holiday
Performances.
Group Tickets 415-421-6788.
Info: 415-421-4222. Nov. 16-Jan.
6 — Live Reindeer with Indoor Snow in San Francisco Nov. 16-18 —
Annual San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest,
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, S.F. The annual SF HipHop
DanceFest features Hip Hop dance companies from around the
world. If Hip Hop is your thing, you won't want to miss this
fun event. 415-392-4400 Nov. 18-Jan.
3 — London's "Hyde Park Winter Wonderland",
Hyde Park, London. Fun for the whole family! Winter Wonderland
includes an Ice-Skating Rink, Giant Wheel, Christmas Circus,
fun rides and attractions.
Visit Santa at Santa Land and ride the Santa Express. Enjoy
shopping at the Christmas Market. Holiday foods
and ales. Free admission into Winter
Wonderland — tickets
req'd for rides and attractions. 10am-10pm. Closed Christmas
Day Nov. 10 — Stanford Football Game, Stanford
Stadium, Palo Alto. Nov. 12-13 — Hilton Head Island Oyster Festival, Shelter Cove Community Park, Hilton Head, South Carolina. Fun 2-day event features live entertainment, kids' activities, Holiday Craft Show and Silent Auction. Enjoy a variety of oysters (fresh, steamed, fried, chowder), shrimp, chicken, burgers, beer and wine. Admission: Adults $10; children 12 and under are free. 11am-5pm. Nov. 17, 2012-Mar. 17, 2013 — Royal Treasures from the Louvre: Louis the XIV to Marie-Antoinette, Legion of Honor, S.F. "Royal Treasures from the Louvre" exhibition features a collection of decorative arts from the Louvre museum in Paris, including exquisite treasures of the French monarchy from Louis XIV to the Revolution of 1789. Many of the pieces in the exhibit will be displayed in the U.S. for the first time. Nov. 18 — Embarcadero
Center Holiday Building Lighting Ceremony & Winter Carnival,
Embarcadero 1, 2, 3 and 4, S.F. Kick off the Holiday Season
at the largest celebration on the S.F. Waterfront.
The ceremony
always takes
place
on the Friday before Thanksgiving at the Holiday
Ice Rink in Embarcadero Center.
Winter Carnival around 4-6pm — fun activities
for the kids, including carnival games, interactive arts and crafts
making booths, face painters, balloon twisters, musical performances
and more! Fireworks and
Building Lighting Ceremony around 6pm-7pm. Parking
validation begins at approximately 4pm. 415-772-0753 Nov. 17 — Magical
Holiday Evening, Downtown Pleasanton.
Celebrate the season with an evening of FUN Holiday festivities,
including visits with Santa and his Elves. 5-8pm. Nov.
22-26 — San Francisco International Auto Show,
Moscone Convention Center, S.F. Nov. 18 — Pier
39 Tree Lighting Ceremony, S.F.
Pier 39's festive Tree Lighting
Ceremony and Santa always draws a crowd. The festive multi-cultural
celebration showcases Christmas, Chanukah and Kawanzaa. Pier
39's Holiday Harmony features Bay Area groups performing seasonal
favorites from around the world. Pier
39's Tree and its 400 ornaments, 500 multi-colored bows and
2,000 twinkling lights will be illuminated at 6:00pm in the
Entrance Plaza. Nov. 22 — Thanksgiving aboard Napa Valley Wine Train, Napa Valley. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal on board the Napa Valley Wine Train in beautiful Napa Valley Wine Country. Watch the Video below to see the Napa Valley Wine Train traveling thru the vineyards.
Candlestick Park Antiques & Collectibles Fair has been cancelled — stay tuned for updates on new location. The Candlestick Park Antiques & Collectibles Fair was Northern California's newest and hottest show, featuring 500 booths selling antiques and collectibles. It was scheduled to be held on the third Sunday of every month, but due to the 49ers' football season (starting in September 2011), the fair was bumped several times. Stay tuned for updates... Click on the link for more info. Nov. 21 — Napa Tree Lighting Party,
Napa. Tree Lighting Party takes place in Veteran's Park (corner of Third and Main) at 6pm. Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies and live entertainment as Napa's Mayor lights up the Christmas Tree. Rain or shine. 707-257-0322 New York - The most exciting place in the world during the Holidays More Info: Top 10 Fun Things To Do in New York City during Thanksgiving Day Weekend
Nov. 22— Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov. 22 — Macy's 85th Annual
Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York.
If you can't be there in person for this FUN 3-hr event (9am-12pm
EST), watch the Parade on TV (along with 50 million people) — see your local NBC station. Nov. 22 — 2011 Turkey
Trail Trot "Thanksgiving Run/Walk",
Polo Field, Golden Gate Park, S.F. Work up an appetite on this
popular Thanksgiving Day 5-mile Turkey Trot Run, the 3-mile
Pilgrim
Promenade Walk,
or the Kids 100-meter Gobbler Chase. Turkey Trot Run and Pilgrim Promenade
Walk is at the Polo Field in Golden Gate Park.
415-595-6934 Nov. 24-25 — Treasure Island Flea Market, Outdoors on the Great Lawn, Avenue of the Palms, Treasure Island, S.F. Treasure Island Flea (the Bay Area's fourth large market) takes place on Saturday and Sunday (the last weekend of each month). Entrepreneurs showcase their products, including handmade bags, jewelry, art, sports collections, furniture, clothing... and more! Specialty foods and gourmet products. Dogs on leashes are welcome. ATMs on-site. Free parking. Transportation via 108-Treasure Island Muni. 10am-4pm. 415-898-0245 Nov. — No Pirates in Paradise Festival for 2012, Key West, Florida. Pirates in Paradise Festival features top-name entertainment, Historic Reenactments & Pirate Invasions, Maritime and Pirate Exhibits, Pirate Sails and Sunset Cruises, Pirate Parties, Pirate Walking Tours, Pirate Pub Strolls... and more! Nov. 23 — Macy's
Union Square Tree Lighting Ceremony, Union Square,
S.F. Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping and visit
Union Square
for its annual "day-after Thanksgiving" Macy's
Tree Lighting Ceremony. All-day festivities begin at noon.
Tree lighting at 6-6:30pm. Free admission. 415-393-3459 Nov.
23 — Ghirardelli Square Tree Lighting Ceremony,
Ghirardelli Square, S.F. Free Holiday entertainment includes
live musical entertainment, kid's entertainment and a visit
from Santa Claus. Spectacular lighting of the Square's 35-ft
Holiday tree, trimmed with ribbons, ornaments and over 2,500
sparkling lights in the heart of Ghirardelli Square. Live
entertainment. Carolers. Tree lighting at
5:30pm. Santa Claus visit at 5:30-8pm. Nov. 23 — Yountville
Festival of Lights, Yountville,
Napa Valley.
Fun all-day Holiday festival with gourmet food, fine wine and entertainment.
Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus, carolers and horse-drawn carriage
rides. 2-6pm. Shops will stay open for late
Holiday shopping. Yountville Lighting at 5:30pm. 707-944-0904 Nov. 23 — Cannery
Row Annual Holiday Tree Lighting, Steinbeck Plaza, Monterey.
Cannery Row Holiday Tree Lighting takes place at
6pm at Steinbeck Plaza. Fun Holiday festivities. 831-649-6690 Nov. 23 — San
Rafael Annual Parade of Lights & Winter Wonderland,
San Rafael. The fun event starts at 12 noon with free Snow-Sledding
and kids activities, followed by Holiday Marketplace
and the Parade. After the parade, Santa Claus, Ms
Claus, the Mayor of San Rafael and other costumed characters
arrive at City Plaza for official Tree Lighting Ceremony. 800-310-6563 Nov. 23-25 — Harvest
Festival Original Art & Craft Show,
San Jose Convention Center, 408 S. Almaden Blvd., San Jose.
Plan a fun day out with your family and get into the Holiday
spirit. 415-447-3205 Nov. 23-Dec. 1 — Holiday
Traditions at Filoli "Let There Be Magic",
Filoli House & Gardens, Woodside. This year's theme at Filoli is "Let There Be Magic." Enjoy a fabulous Holiday Season at Filoli. Shop the Holiday Boutique. Events
include Evening Dinner Parties, Lunch Buffets, Children's
Party... and more. Nov. 23-Dec.
23 — The Great Dickens Christmas Fair,
Cow Palace, South S.F. Five Weekends (including the Friday
after Thanksgiving) of Holiday Fun featuring lively and colorful
characters from Dickens' London. Entertainment includes
continuous performances on five stages and in the streets.
And for the kids — Punch & Judy Puppet Shows, Victorian
Fairies, Father Christmas, Interactive Theatrical Performances,
Games and Holiday activities, and Victorian Arts & Crafts.
International foods and English specialties like Fish & Chips
and English Bangers. British Ales, wine and champagne too.
No pets allowed. 11am-7pm.
800-510-1558 Nov. 25-Dec. 24 — Teddy
Bear Tea at The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco,
Lobby Lounge, Ritz-Carlton, S.F. Bring your kids to a Fun Teddy
Bear Tea with Stretchy the Elf, Merry Xmas Elves and Santa Claus. Enjoy classic holiday
storytelling, balloons, and a special visit and photo with
a cuddly Ritz-Carlton Teddy... a small teddy bear to take
home. Feast on hot chocolate, assorted sandwiches and teddy
bear cut-out
cookies.
Two seatings daily: Book
now — the
Teddy Bear Tea
sells out every year. Call 415-773-6198
for "Teddy Bear Tea" restaurant reservations. Nov. 25-Dec. 24 — Smuin
Ballet's "Christmas Ballet" at
various Bay Area locations (San Francisco, Mountain View,
Walnut
Creek and Carmel). Bring your family or treat yourself
and friends to this FUN Magical performance
and celebrate Smuin Ballet's Holiday Season. Nov. 23-Jan. 1 — Christmas in the Park, Downtown San Jose @ Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Holiday fantasy features over 60 musical and animated exhibits, glittering lights and a 60-ft tree. Enjoy live entertainment in a fun festival atmosphere. Nov. 25-Jan. 3, 2011 — Holiday Sugar Castle Annual Debut @ Westin St. Francis, (Landmark Lobby), Union Square, S.F. Get into the holiday spirit — bring your kids to see one of the country's largest sugar castles! The spectacular 12-foot rotating Holiday Sugar Castle weighs more than 1,200 pounds and features more than 20 grand circular towers, approximately 30 rooms, illuminated windows, and is surrounded by silver sugar trees, stars and snowflakes made out of pastillage, chocolate balls in brilliant colors and elves constructed out of marzipan... Nov. 24 — Christmas Train,
Sacramento RiverTrain, Sacramento, CA. The Christmas
Train is a special treat for children of all ages. Your Christmas
journey includes Santa, Elves, Storytellers, Musicians, plus
hot cocoa and cookies. You can even wear your pajamas! Tickets
sell out fast, so be sure to book well in advance. 800-866-1690 Nov. 24 — Santa
Cruz Holiday Lights Train, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk,
Santa Cruz. Sing along to Holiday Carols and sip cider as you
enjoy a 60-minute
round-trip
ride on a vintage train adorned with twinkling lights through
the streets of Santa Cruz. Enjoy live entertainment and a visit
from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Have fun at Santa's Kingdom (at
the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk) — one fun activity (Holiday
miniature golf, laser tag or arcade games) is included in the
Holiday Lights Train Ticket price. Advance reservations recommended.
Trains depart and return in front of Neptune's Kingdom at the
Santa Cruz Boardwalk. 831-335-4484 Nov. 24 — Jelly Belly Tree Lighting
Ceremony, Jelly Belly Visitor Center, Jelly Belly Candy Company,
One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield. Jelly Belly Tree Lighting Ceremony usually takes place on the first
Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center at approximately 6pm. Santa leads the Character Parade at 5:15pm. Enjoy fun live entertainment, Candy Factory
Tours, face-painting, games, clowns, magicians... and more! Free admission. Nov. 24-25 — Treasure Island Flea Market, Avenue of the Palms, Treasure Island, S.F. Treasure Island Flea (the Bay Area's fourth large market) takes place on Saturday and Sunday (the last weekend of each month). Entrepreneurs showcase their products, including handmade bags, jewelry, art, sports collections, furniture, clothing... and more! Specialty foods and gourmet products. Pets are not permitted. ATMs on-site. Free parking. Transportation via 108-Treasure Island Muni. 9am-4pm. 415-898-0245 Nov. 24-25— San Francisco's
Christmas Crystal Fair, Fort Mason Center, S.F. Nov. 25 — Festival of Lights Parade, Downtown Los
Altos. The Festival of Lights Parade has been a fixture in downtown Los Altos since 1977. Today, the parade includes a dazzling display of lighted floats, High School marching bands, costumed characters... and Santa Claus! The parade begins at 6pm. Nov. 25 — 27th Annual "Run Wild For A
Child" 5K/10K Race & Toy Costume Contest,
Golden Gate Park, S.F. Join in the Annual Thanksgiving Weekend
Run. The 5K and 10K races start together
at 8:30am on John F. Kennedy Drive at 8th Avenue, in Golden Gate
Park, around
the corner from the Music Concourse. Run or walk the 5K race
"dressed as a favorite childhood toy" to be eligible for the
Run Wild Like A Child Costume Contest judging. Initial judging
at front of the starting line at 8:15am-8:30am; semi-final judging
at 5K finish line; final judging (Awards Ceremony and Costume
Parade) at Bandshell Stage at 10am. Bring a new toy to donate to Bay Area Children
in need. Rain or shine. Nov. 27 — Tree
Lighting Ceremony @ 555 California Street,
S.F. Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on the plaza in
front of 555 California Street. Live music and holiday
entertainment.
5:00pm Nov. TBD — "Napa On Ice", Napa Valley. Enjoy Holiday skating in Napa's new outdoor ice-skating rink, located on the corner of 2nd & Coombs Streets in downtown Napa. Available throughout the holidays. 707-251-5895 Nov. 28, 2012 — Rockefeller Center Christmas
Tree Lighting, Rockefeller Center,
New York. The
annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony signals the beginning
of the holiday season in New York. Tree Lighting takes place the Wednesday after
Thanksgiving. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will be a star-studded event broadcast
live on TV (check local listings). Nov. 30 – Jack London
Square Lights Up for the Holidays, Jack
London Square (foot of Broadway and Pavilion), Oakland. Celebrate the Holiday Season along
Oakland's waterfront Enjoy festive holiday music and the lighting of their 15-ft 8,000-lb Christmas
Tree. Lighting takes place at approximately 6pm at the foot of Broadway and Embarcadero. Thru' Feb. — Monarch
Butterflies at Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary, Pacific
Grove on Monterey Peninsula. If you like butterflies, don't
miss a visit to the outdoor Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary — see
thousands of beautiful butterflies clustered on pine, eucalyptus,
cypress and redwood trees. The Monarch Butterflies arrive at
the Sanctuary in October, where they overwinter until late
February, before joining in the spring migration. The Sanctuary
is located just minutes from Cannery Row in downtown Monterey.
Fun for kids and big kids too! December Calendar of Fun Events
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