Tag: holidays

Ventura Harbor Village Off of California Highway 101 Reveals 4 Last Minute Ways To Celebrate the Holidays Seaside

With the holidays in full swing–Chanukah starting today, December 10 and Christmas right around the corner, here are four experiences that will bring much-needed joy during the season at the Ventura Harbor Village.

Visit Oxnard’s Annual ’12 Days of Giveaways Contest’ Returns

In a year when we need it most, Visit Oxnard is spreading holiday cheer with its annual “12 Days of Giveaways” contest, set to return December 7-22.

Each day, Visit Oxnard will feature the giveaway items on Facebook and Instagram. The prizes include an overnight stay at Residence Inn River Ridge; Island Packers excursions; a harbor cruise with Gondola Paradiso; and adventures with Channel Islands Parasail and SoCal Jet Ski. Gift cards are also up for grabs from The Collection at RiverPark, Casa Agria Ales, Red Tandem Brewery and other Oxnard restaurants and attractions.

Dec. 12 — Hospice of Santa Barbara’s Light Up a Life Ceremony in Montecito Rescheduled

SANTA BARBARA — Due to potential heavy rainfall in Montecito on December 5th, Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) is rescheduling the 1st annual Montecito Light Up a Life ceremony for Wednesday, December 12th. The Montecito Light Up a Life will…

Holiday Shoppers Find Last Minute Deals At Centerpoint Mall During Final Week Before Christmas

Holiday shoppers are taking it down to the wire for Christmas gifts this season and Centerpoint Mall retailers have plenty of specials to offer at the more than 49 retail, specialty, entertainment and dining outlets ranging from apparel and electronics…

Shoppers To Find Holiday Deals At Centerpoint Mall On Black Friday And Thanksgiving Weekend

OXNARD — There’s plenty of savings and specials at Centerpoint Mall on Black Friday and beyond at the more than 49 retail, specialty, entertainment and dining outlets ranging from apparel and electronics to toys and gift cards, among others. Centerpoint…

Health: Navigating the holidays with diabetes

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Amid a season of sweets and special foods, it sometimes can be challenging for diabetics to maintain their dietary discipline. But eating certain foods in moderation can help people with diabetes enjoy the flavors of…

December cover story: The magic of the season comes to 805 region

Religious and cultural celebrations, giving campaigns mark the holidays By Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805 The lighting of the Christmas tree, holiday parades, religious and cultural observances and, above all, the spirit of giving mark the return of the holiday…

Bilingual commentary: New family holiday ‘Traditions’

Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes / Guest contributor Gray…