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In case you missed Long Beach\u2019s own tree lighting celebration, San Pedro will hold its annual Holidays by the Sea event Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3 at the San Pedro Town Square.<\/p>\n
Here’s Saturday’s schedule:<\/p>\n
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- A tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m.<\/li>\n
- A holiday pop-up market from 3 to 8 p.m.<\/li>\n
- Arts and crafts along the San Pedro Promenade from 5 to 8 p.m.<\/li>\n
- Free hot chocolate and cookies at the Los Angeles Maritime Museum with lowered entry prices to the museum<\/li>\n
- Live entertainment including scenes from San Pedro City Ballet\u2019s \u201cThe Nutcracker\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The L.A. Harbor Boat Parade, a 62-year old tradition, will also run from 6 to 8 p.m. starting at E. Basin and going up the Cerritos Channel. More information can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
On Sunday, the city will host its 43rd annual San Pedro Spirit of the Holidays Parade<\/a> from 1 to 3 p.m. starting at 13th Street and Pacific Avenue, followed by a winter wonderland event at Town Square from 3 to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
The city of Wilmington will also hold its own holiday celebration at the Wilmington Town Square on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. There\u2019ll be holiday crafts, games, a marionette show and some snow.<\/p>\n
The San Pedro Town Square is located at 504 S. Harbor Blvd and Wilmington Town Square is located at 105 West “I” Street.<\/i><\/p>\n
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA (Saturday)<\/h3>\n
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Courtesy of Parkers’ Lighthouse.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Those looking to help support a good cause this weekend can bring friends and family to Parkers\u2019 Lighthouse from 8 to 11 a.m. for the annual Breakfast With Santa, benefitting MemorialCare Miller Children\u2019s & Women\u2019s Hospital Long Beach.<\/p>\n
Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, home-style potatoes, fresh-baked muffins, coffee and juice. Pricing is $18 for adults and $12 for children under 12. All proceeds will benefit the hospital.<\/p>\n
Santa will also arrive not by reindeer, but by yacht to take pictures. On top of the meal, guests can also donate items directly from this Amazon Wish List<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Call 562-432-6500 to make a reservation. Click here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
Parkers\u2019 Lighthouse is located at 435 Shoreline Village Drive.<\/i><\/p>\n
GINGERBREAD CRAFTS WITH SANTA (Saturday)<\/h3>\n
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Courtesy flyer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Got a kid with a sweet tooth who just can\u2019t get enough of Santa? The Pie Bar will host a gingerbread man decorating event with ol\u2019 Saint Nick Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.<\/p>\n
Tickets start at $30 for general admission, which includes entry for a child and one adult chaperone, a shared table with other guests, a gingerbread man with decorating materials and photo opportunities.<\/p>\n
Click here<\/a> for tickets and more information.<\/p>\n
The Pie Bar is located at 450 Pine Ave.<\/em><\/p>\n
BELMONT SHORE CHRISTMAS PARADE (Saturday)<\/h3>\n
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The Musical Theatre West float makes its way down 2nd Street during the 37th Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade Saturday, December 7, 2019 in Long Beach. Photo by Tracey Roman.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n The Belmont Shore Christmas Parade will return for its 39th year<\/a> on Saturday, Dec. 2nd from 6 to 9 p.m along a stretch of Second Street. The route will go from Livingston Avenue to Bayshore Avenue.<\/p>\n
Families can line up along Second Street to see Santa Claus, elves, over a dozen local marching bands, local personalities and dignitaries, costumes and more than 100 floats from Long Beach businesses and associations \u2013 including the Long Beach Post.<\/a><\/p>\n
East Second Street will close to traffic starting 4 p.m., and spectators can start to set up chairs and blankets for front row seats at 5 p.m. The floats will be judged based on theme execution, design originality and spectator appeal.<\/p>\n
Parking is free at the Ocean Avenue beach lot and after 3 p.m. in the Marine Stadium parking lots. The parade will draw tens of thousands of people and is expected to be even bigger this year, so you may want to arrive early to snag a good spot.<\/p>\n
Check here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
JANE AUSTEN\u2019S \u201cEMMA\u201d FROM LONG BEACH PLAYHOUSE THEATRES (Saturday)<\/h3>\n
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Courtesy flyer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Fans of the author of \u201cPride and Prejudice\u201d might not want to miss the last chance to catch the play adaptation of \u201cEmma\u201d this Saturday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. at the Long Beach Playhouse Theatre.<\/p>\n
In Michael Bloom\u2019s theatrical adaptation of the early 19th century romantic comedy, matchmaker Emma Woodhouse pledges never to marry and gets caught in a messy \u201cwho will match with whom\u201d situation with a tangled web of clients and friends.<\/p>\n
Tickets for the play on the\u00a0Mainstage Theater are going for around $20 to $30 and can be purchased here<\/a>. Masks for COVID safety will be available for any patron or volunteer who would like one.<\/p>\n
For more information, click here<\/a>. You can also watch a preview clip here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
The Long Beach Playhouse Theatre is located at 5021 E Anaheim Street.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nSPONSORED BY THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC<\/p>\n
INNOVATION CAN SAVE CALIFORNIA FROM DROUGHTS AND FLOODS<\/h3>\n
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Courtesy flyer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n California just emerged from its worst drought in over two hundred years, only to be deluged with the state\u2019s first tropical storm in 84 years, and record-breaking floods and mudslides. Meanwhile, although California farmers are getting the water they need for their crops in 2023, over one million Californians still lack access to clean drinking water. Too much water, too little water, too dirty water \u2013 these are water crises that will only get worse as the planet continues to warm.<\/p>\n
Join expert Ashley Boren, CEO of Sustainable Conversation, for First Wednesdays on Dec. 6 in the Honda Pacific Vision Theater for a lecture on how to rethink the state\u2019s water system and how we manage our priceless water resources.<\/p>\n