Community Corner
Trees Light Up Across the Peninsula
The holiday season is officially here as tree lightings start up on the Peninsula this week.
Thursday, Dec. 1
Thursday, Dec. 1, 5:30 p.m.
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Veterans Memorial Building
San Bruno City Park
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150 de Soto Way
San Bruno, CA 94066
Come to the front of the Veterans Memorial Recreation Center in San Bruno City Park and join the San Bruno community for the tree lighting and then stay for the carolers, goodies, visit with Santa and children's crafts. For more information contact the recreation department at 650-616-7180.
Friday, Dec. 2
San Carlos
Friday, Dec. 2, 5 to 8 p.m.
Laurel Street, Downtown San Carlos (between San Carlos Ave & Arroyo)
San Carlos, CA 94070
The event features Festive Lights with a Snowfall Forecast , Music & Carolers, Children's Crafts, Train Rides, and more activities! Restaurants and Businesses Open and a Holiday Performance by Big City Revue to conclude the night. For more information, call (650) 802-4382.
Pacifica
Friday, Dec. 2, 5:30 to 6 p.m.
Pacifica Community Center
540 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
We will light the holiday tree at 5:30pm. The Cabrillo and Vallemar School Choruses will sing carols, refreshments will be served and Santa might stop by. For more information, call (650) 738-7381.
Half Moon Bay
Night of Lights in Half Moon Bay
Friday, Dec. 2, 6 to 9 p.m.
Mac Dutra Park
Between Kelly Street and Main Street
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
The event will begin with the tree lighting and a parade will follow. Holiday floats and an old-fashioned fire truck will guide the parade’s most honored guest, Santa, to his special seat where children can take pictures and give Santa their wish lists. Other activities throughout the evening include snowflakes on Main Street, strolling carolers, chestnuts on an open fire, and more. For more information call (650) 726-8380.
Burlingame
Friday, Dec. 2, 5 p.m.
501 Primrose Road
Burlingame, CA 94010
The city of Burlingame welcomes the holiday season with its annual tree lighting ceremony. A parade will follow at 6:00 p.m. For more information, call (650) 304-4065.
San Mateo
Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Kings Center
Friday, Dec. 2, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
750 Monte Diablo
San Mateo, CA 94401
Join the celebration at the Kings Center for singing, crafts and visits with Santa. For more information call 650-522-7470.
San Mateo
Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, Dec. 2, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Century Theatre Plaza
B Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues
San Mateo, CA 94401
For more information, visit http://www.ci.sanmateo.ca.us/.
Saturday, Dec. 3
Millbrae
Saturday, Dec. 3, 5 p.m.
Millbrae Civic Center Plaza
1 Library Lane
Millbrae, CA 94030
Millbrae's 30 foot tree brings warmth and cheer as guests savor sweets and warm drinks, and listen to delightful Christmas music with a choir. For more information, call (650) 697-7324.
Redwood City
Saturday, Dec. 3, 5:45 p.m.
Courthouse Square
2200 Broadway
Redwood City, CA 94063
Part of the annual Hometown Holidays Festival & Firework Show that goes from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each year on the first Saturday of December, the annual tree lighting helps make the celebration special. The tree lighting is held after the children's parade and before the fireworks spectacular. For more information, call (650) 304-4065.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Foster City
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 6 p.m.
William E. Walker Recreation Center
650 Shell Blvd.
Foster City, CA 94404
Foster City residents are invited to the city's Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Lagoon Room Patio of the William Walker Recreation Center. The evening includes music, refreshments, coloring activities for kids and a countdown to the tree lighting. Santa also will make an appearance. Those attending should bring a canned good or non-perishable item to donate to the Shelter Network. The event is put on by Foster City Parks and Recreation and the Rotary Club of Foster City. For information call the Recreation Center at (650) 286-3380.
Saturday, Dec. 10
Half Moon Bay
Saturday, Dec. 10, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Gazebo Lawn of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel
1 Miramontes Point Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Looking for a cozy thing to do on a chilly December saturday night? Hop in the car and head to the Ritz in Half Moon Bay to join many festive locals at the Lighting of the Tree Celebration. You will be accompanied by costumed carolers, a sing-along performance by the San Francisco Choral Society, and yummy holiday beverages and treats. This event is definitely kid-friendly, as Santa Claus himself will be attending. For more information: 650-712-7000.