Name: Alternative Christmas Market
Start: 2026-11-15T09:00:00-08:00
Location: 120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beac

120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beac

Giving is at the heart of the Christmas story, and it's the heart of this market. Instead of buying another material gift, honor someone you love with a donation that changes real lives in our community and around the world. Meet the local and global organizations behind the work, hear their stories, and choose gifts that make a lasting difference. Free and open to all, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Questions: Doug Peterson, info@solanapres.org, 858-509-2580

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Alternative Christmas Market

Giving is at the heart of the Christmas story, and it's the heart of this market. Instead of buying another material gift,...

Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course

Twenty years after the passing of San Diego attorney David S. Robbin, his family and community are gathering on the golf course to honor him and help the next generation of lawyers get their start.
The inaugural DSR Invitational will take place Saturday, Nov. 7, at Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course in Solana Beach. The 18-hole tournament has nearly filled its field of 72 golfers across 18 foursomes, with proceeds benefiting the David S. Robbin Memorial Scholarship at the University of San Diego School of Law. 
With a limited number of spots remaining, organizers welcome support through sponsorships, raffle items, golfer gifts, food and beverage contributions, experiences and direct gifts to the scholarship. Details are available on the <a href="https://dsrmemorial.netlify.app/#top" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">event website</a> and <a href="https://partiful.com/e/NntkppDRuzR44p8ylhE7?c=bL4o9gPx" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Partiful page</a>.
Organizers hope the DSR Invitational becomes an annual San Diego tradition that grows the scholarship's impact each year.Media Contact:
Nicole Gergits: <a href="mailto:nicolegergitsmedia@gmail.com">nicolegergitsmedia@gmail.com</a>; 570-394-1165

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🌟Discover Pacific Ridge School at Open House - November 7! Experience North County's best private school for grades 6-12Dive into signature programs, explore campus with student guides, hear from faculty and school leaders, and connect with our vibrant school community! This fun-filled day will also feature Robotics presentations, program demonstrations, and more. Registration is required. Sign up today to receive more information about admission opportunities and school programs.

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Oceanside United Reformed Church Invites North County to Thanksgiving Day Worship in Carlsbad on Nov. 26
Free 10 a.m. service at the Army &amp; Navy Academy Chapel, followed by a Thanksgiving meal for those without family nearby
CARLSBAD, Calif. — Oceanside United Reformed Church will hold its 27th annual Thanksgiving Day worship service on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of the Army &amp; Navy Academy, 2549 Ocean St., Carlsbad, on the border of Oceanside and Carlsbad. The service is free and open to the public.
The service is simple and festive: singing psalms and hymns, Scripture readings, time for giving thanks in prayer, and a message from Dr. Daniel R. Hyde, pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church. It runs about an hour.
“More than Turkey Day with endless football games, Thanksgiving is a day to be dedicated to Almighty God for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for his inestimable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ,” said Hyde. “This is an occasion worth celebrating, and I invite you to celebrate with us.”
The congregation belongs to the United Reformed Churches in North America (URCNA), which comes out of the Dutch Reformed tradition. The URCNA’s Church Order (Article 37) names “the national Thanksgiving Day” among the special services a congregation may hold.
In “How to Grow in Thankfulness,” his 2025 Thanksgiving meditation on the ten lepers Jesus healed (Luke 17:11–19), Hyde observed that only one of the ten turned back to thank Jesus. “The thankless heart is a forgetful heart. The thankful heart is a remembering heart,” he said. That is why the church begins the holiday in worship: “Before you enjoy any gift today, thank the Giver,” for “the Giver is better than his gifts.”
Following the service, there is a Thanksgiving meal, especially for those without family in the area, those passing through, or those in need of a loving home to spend the day. Sharing meals in homes is a big part of the church’s hospitality, and guests are always included. Guests are asked to RSVP at <a href="https://www.oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving</a>.
Visitors and children are welcome. Several back rows are reserved for families, the lobby is available if little ones need a break, and there is a room for nursing mothers. Street parking and nearby public lots are available. The chapel has a step-up of a few inches and no ramp; someone will gladly help, and there is space for walkers and wheelchairs down the center aisle. Guests who let the church know they are coming will receive a free copy of Hyde’s book Welcome to a Reformed Church: A Guide for Pilgrims.
Event at a glance
WhatThanksgiving Day worship service: psalms, hymns, Scripture readings, prayers of thanks, and a messageWhoOceanside United Reformed Church (URCNA); Dr. Daniel R. Hyde, pastorWhenThursday, Nov. 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day), 10 a.m.; about one hourWhereChapel of the Army &amp; Navy Academy, 2549 Ocean St., Carlsbad, CA 92008 (west end of the campus at Cypress Avenue and Ocean Street, overlooking the Pacific)CostFree and open to the publicAfterwardThanksgiving meal for guests in need of a home cooked meal (RSVP required)Info / RSVP<a href="https://www.oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving</a> · 760.429.7229 · info@oceansideurc.org
About Oceanside United Reformed Church
Oceanside United Reformed Church (OURC) is a congregation of the United Reformed Churches in North America (URCNA) in the Dutch Reformed tradition. Planted in Oceanside in 2000 and gathering in Carlsbad since 2001, the church meets in the Chapel of the Army &amp; Navy Academy and draws members from Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar and Camp Pendleton. It describes itself as “a local congregation committed to welcoming sinners and exalting Christ.” Sunday morning worship is at 10 a.m. year-round, with evening worship at 5 p.m. September through May and afternoon worship at noon June through August. Besides Sunday worship, the church gathers each year for a Thanksgiving Day service and a Christmas Eve Festival of Lessons and Carols. Learn more at oceansideurc.org.
About Dr. Daniel R. Hyde
Dr. Daniel R. Hyde (“Pastor Danny”) is the founding pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church, which he has served since 2000. He holds a Ph.D. from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, is an Associate Fellow in Practical Theology at Greystone Theological Institute, and is the author of more than 20 books, including Welcome to a Reformed Church: A Guide for Pilgrims” and A Christian’s Pocket Guide to the Presence of God. Learn more at danielrhyde.com.
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">oceansideurc.org/thanksgiving</a> or connect with the church on social media:
X: @OceansideURC
Instagram: oceanside.urc
Facebook: oceansideurc
YouTube: YouTube.com/@ourc

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Discover One-of-a-Kind Gifts at the SDAG Annual Holiday Bazaar
Encinitas, CA — Get into the holiday spirit at the San Dieguito Art Guild’s 14th Annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center, located at 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas.
This festive event features 31 talented local artists offering an array of unique, handcrafted gifts—from paintings, jewelry, and photography to glass, ceramics, mosaics, fiber art, gourds, cards, prints and more. Whether you’re searching for the perfect holiday gift or a special treat for yourself, the SDAG Holiday Bazaar is the ideal place to find art that reflects the warmth and creativity of the season.
Guests can also enjoy delicious treats and take part in the Silent Auction, featuring stunning artworks donated by SDAG artists. It’s a wonderful opportunity to bring home an original piece while supporting the creative community that makes North County shine.
A highlight of this year’s event is the T.E.R.i. Fine Arts Program booth, showcasing delightful artwork created by individuals with disabilities. The program provides an inclusive space that empowers participants to explore their creativity and artistic potential.
Admission and parking are free, making this a perfect family-friendly outing to celebrate art, community, and the joy of giving.
For more information, visit SanDieguitoArtGuild.com, call 760-942-3636, or email pr@sandieguitoartguild.com

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Two performances: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Begin Advent with uplifting music and Scripture celebrating the coming birth of Jesus. The full SBPC music ministry performs a mix of classic and new songs: Chancel Choir, worship band, Bells of Praise, guest soloists, and an orchestra that includes members of the San Diego Symphony. The concert includes a brief Christmas message from our pastor. Free admission, with a free-will offering. All ages are welcome, and childcare is available for birth through pre-K.Questions: Doug Peterson, info@solanapres.org, 858-509-2580

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