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12 last-minute Elf on the Shelf ideas that are easy-peasy
Thinking of a new and creative Elf on the Shelf idea every day can be an exhausting task on top of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
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Oprah's endorsement a holiday gift to Bay Area cheese company
The Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company was recently named in Oprah’s Favorite Things list. Joe Rosato Jr. reports.
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Gussied-up gondolas take a Christmassy spin around the Coronado Cays
The Gondola Company is adding a festive dimension to the Venetian-inspired adventures.
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San Francisco Bay Area holiday events guide
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Here’s some holiday events happening across the Bay Area.
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Tickets to a popular Yosemite Christmas tradition are available — for 2025
The fabled Bracebridge Dinners at The Ahwahnee always sell out months in advance.
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Follow these easy tips to keep your real Christmas tree in tip-top shape
Here are a few tips to keep in mind so your Christmas tree is as fresh as can be these next few weeks.
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Bay Area holiday events guide 2024
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Here’s some holiday events happening across the Bay Area.
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The scientific reason your food cravings peak during the holidays
When faced with last minute gift shopping stress, changing weather, and hectic family visits, it’s common to turn to your two best friends for comfort during the holidays — Ben & Jerry’s.
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The ultimate list: 90+ gifts that create memories, not mess
Looking for the perfect gift that won’t add to the clutter? From adventure-packed activities to personalized moments, these gifts prioritize creating memories over accumulating material things.
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New San Francisco tradition rolls out with decorating cable cars
As holiday traditions go, the decorating of San Francisco’s cable car fleet may stand out as one of the most unique. Joe Rosato Jr. has the report.
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Princess of Wales takes another step in return to public life after chemotherapy with carol service
This year’s concert is designed to celebrate the support people give to one another, especially as they struggle through difficult times, a theme that may have particular resonance for the princess.
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Dazzle on The Deep: Lighted boat parades are splashy California classics
From Morro Bay to Oxnard — and the huge affair in Newport Beach — decorated vessels are colorfully cruising.
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Experience mariachi Christmas music with A Merry-Achi Christmas
California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad catches up with Maestro José Hernández and his world-renowned “Mariachi Sol de México” ahead of their holiday performance at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts.
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Is Secret Santa stressing you out? Here's your holiday gift-exchange survival guide
Secret Santa gift exchanges among friends, family or co-workers can be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit. Or they can be just another seasonal stressor.
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Why we do we hang Christmas stockings? The history behind the tradition
Read up on the history of the humble Christmas stocking and get some ideas for thoughtful stocking stuffers.
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Family gives health update on widower who suffered stroke after donating his tree to Rockefeller Center
Earl Albert’s daughter-in-law shared on TODAY that he was able to have a “little watch party” of the tree lighting ceremony from his room.
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Watch: Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lights up for holiday season
Holiday spirit is on full display in New York City, as the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree was lit up in a festive ceremony Wednesday night.
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Discover a ‘Holiday GLOW' at the magical ‘Sensorio' in Paso Robles
The light-filled art installation is embracing the illuminated season in a festive fashion.
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Shop Catalina Island & Holiday Kick Off
Kick off the holiday season in beautiful Avalon on Catalina Island with the Shop Catalina Holiday Kick-Off on Saturday, December 7, 2024! This festive event is a perfect way to support local small businesses while getting a head start on your holiday shopping. Enjoy exclusive discounts, enter prize drawings, and experience the holiday magic with family and friends! Additionally, the...
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Hear one of Southern California's premier choral groups this weekend only!
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with the artistic director of Angel City Chorale about their upcoming winter concert, “Bling on the Holidays” and even gets a preview performance! For tickets visit angelcitychorale.org and enter code CALIVE15 for 15% off!