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Here’s what Southern California theme parks are doing for the holidays
It’s that point once more, after we all are tempted by vacation choices at our favourite parks. Right here’s what our native parks are providing up this yr:
The Disneyland Resort
The vacation season this yr on the Disneyland Resort will run from Nov. 11 by means of Jan. 8, with varied possibilities to have fun. Be taught extra at Disneyland.com.
Disneyland Park: A 60-foot-tall Christmas tree simply begging for picture opps anchors one finish of Major Avenue whereas Sleeping Magnificence’s Winter Fortress on the different finish is roofed in twinkling lights and shimmering icicles. Returning sights embody “A Christmas Fantasy” Parade and “Imagine … in Vacation Magic” fireworks on choose evenings. Santa will maintain courtroom in Critter Nation, whereas It’s a Small World and the Haunted Mansion will function their conventional vacation overlays.
Disney California Journey: The Disney Competition of Holidays options varied celebrations together with Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa and Three Kings Day, The favored “World of Coloration — Season of Mild” water present returns. Search for Santa at Redwood Creek Problem Path and different reside occasions, together with reside music, a personality celebration “Mickey’s Blissful Holidays,” the Viva Navidad! avenue celebration and the Vacation Toy Drummers. The Festive Meals Market additionally returns with 9 completely different kiosks providing vacation treats. Individuals should buy a Sip and Savor Cross to attempt them.
Knotts Berry Farm
Vacation enjoyable is scheduled at Knotts this yr from Nov. 18 by means of Jan. 8. Organizers promise “winter wonderland-inspired décor” with twinkling lights, garlands, snowflakes and extra. Particular exhibits embody “House for the Holidays” musical revue in addition to the basic ice present starring Snoopy, the Peanuts Gang, and a forged of world-class ice skaters. Vacation meals will probably be accessible, together with crispy breaded turkey bites, whereas the streets of Calico holds a craft village and extra. Additionally take a look at Santa’s Christmas Cabin, nightly tree lighting and a light-weight present in Camp Snoopy. Knotts.com
Legoland
This yr, the Holidays at Legoland California Resort in Carlsbad will run from Nov. 19 by means of Jan. 8 in Carlsbad. The enjoyable consists of nightly tree lightings of the park’s LEGO Christmas tree, which will probably be coated with lights and Lego ornaments.
After which there’s the particular children’ New Yr’s Eve celebration on Dec. 31, which can embody reside music and different leisure, plus a New Yr countdown at 6 p.m.–a transfer certain to please many mother and father. All vacation actions are included within the value of admission. (Word that Legoland not accepts money, in response to its web site. And reservations are required in some circumstances) Be taught extra: 760-918-5436 or at legoland.com/california/
SeaWorld San Diego
Vacation instances at Sea World will run from Nov. 14 by means of Jan. 8 this yr. Look out for reside leisure, festive meals and drinks and particular vacation shows such because the 320-foot SkyTower Tree of Lights. seaworld.com/san-diego/occasions
Sesame Place San Diego
“A Very Furry Christmas” runs from Nov. 12 to Jan. 8, on choose dates in Chula Vista. The park is embellished to function a winter wonderland, together with Sesame Avenue Christmas exhibits, the Sesame Avenue Christmas Parade, the Furry Associates Christmas Dance Celebration, and extra. Search for vacation video games, particular merchandise, and photographs with Sesame Avenue characters in vacation apparel. sesameplace.com/san-diego/occasions/a-very-furry-christmas/
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Vacation within the Park will run on choose dates from Nov. 24 by means of Jan. 1 together with a brand new Merry Market situated close to Katy’s Kettle. It guarantees hundreds of thousands of lights, festive meals and particular exhibits, together with a touring toy soldier troupe, reside music and dancers, choreographed lights and visits with Santa. Treats to purchase embody fudge, peppermint bark and white chocolate sweet apples. Firepits supply the prospect to roast marshmallows. sixflags.com/magicmountain/occasions/holiday-in-the-park
Common Studios Hollywood
Put in your strolling footwear, as a result of the vacation season begins the day after Thanksgiving at Common. It would run till Sunday, Jan. 1. The occasions will function “Christmas within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas,” All the vacation actions are included in admission value. Try the village of Hogsmeade, which will probably be embellished for the vacations and have enjoyable actions, together with a capella performances from the Hogwarts Frog Choir. Sizzling Butterbeer can even be on the market. The village retailers will supply vacation gadgets together with personalised ornaments and notebooks. Vacation eating accessible at Three Broomsticks. After darkish, Hogwarts Fortress will function a light-weight projection present with animation and music known as “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Fortress.”
At Common Plaza, the “Grinchmas Who-bilation” consists of the 65-foot-tall embellished tree, with a tree lighting ceremony nightly the place the Grinch tells his personal story together with the Whos from Whooville. The Grinch and his canine Max will maintain picture alternatives every day and extra. Particular treats will probably be on the market. Common Citywalk can even have a embellished tree and different décor. UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour
A particular winter vacation function known as “Holidays Made Right here” is scheduled from Dec. 22 to Jan. 1 to be a part of the Studio Tour. (The tour is closed Dec. 25). The vacation particular options the Midwest Avenue Backlot, which is the set location for Stars Hole from the “Gilmore Women” TV sequence. Additionally discover holiday-themed trivia, guided excursions and behind-the-scenes tales from “Gremlins,” “Elf,” “Nationwide Lampoon’s Christmas Trip,” and plenty of different vacation fan favorites. “Gilmore Women” followers notably will take pleasure in seeing “Stars Hole, Connecticut” embellished for the vacations. Purchase sizzling chocolate and Pop-Tarts, discover the Gilmore Women units and see actual props and costumes from the present. Search for particular picture alternatives and merchandise from varied hit TV exhibits. Be taught extra at wbstudiotour.com.
FORT WORTH, Texas — Dickies is leaving Cowtown for the California coast, according to a report from the Los Angeles Times.
The 102-year-old Texas workwear brand, which is owned by VF Corp., is making the move from Fort Worth to Costa Mesa in order to be closer to its sister brand, Vans.
Dickies was founded in Fort Worth in 1922 by E.E. “Colonel” Dickie. Today, Dickies Arena is the entertainment hub of the city and home of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
The company is expected to make the move by May. Approximately 120 employees will be affected, the report said.
By moving one of its offices closer to the other, VF Corp. says it can “consolidate its real estate portfolio,” as well as “create an even more vibrant campus,” Ashley McCormack, director of external communications at VF Corp. said in the report.
Dickies isn’t the only rugged brand owned by VF Corp. The company also has ownership of Timberland, The North Face and JanSport.
VF Corp. acquired Dickies in 2017 for $820 million.
“Their contributions to our city’s culture, economy and identity are immeasurable,” District 9 City Council member Elizabeth Beck, who represents the area of downtown Fort Worth where Dickies headquarters is currently located, said in a statement to the Fort Worth Report. “While we understand their business decision, it is bittersweet to see a company that started right here in Fort Worth take this next step. We are committed to supporting the employees who remain here and will work to honor the lasting imprint Dickies has left on our community.”
Caitlyn Jenner considers another run to become California governor
Caitlyn Jenner, the gold-medal Olympian-turned reality TV personality, is considering another run for Governor of California. This time, she says, if she were to go up against Vice President Kamala Harris, she would “destroy her.”
SAN FRANCISCO – Caitlyn Jenner, the gold-medal Olympian-turned reality TV personality, is considering another run for Governor of California. This time, she says, if she were to go up against Vice President Kamala Harris, she would “destroy her.”
Jenner, who publicly came out as transgender nearly 10 years ago, made a foray into politics when she ran as a Republican during the recall election that attempted to unseat Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2021. Jenner only received one percent of the vote and was not considered a serious candidate.
Jenner posted this week on social media that she’s having conversations with “many people” and hopes to have an announcement soon about whether she will run.
Caitlyn Jenner speaks at the 4th annual Womens March LA: Women Rising at Pershing Square on January 18, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Chelsea Guglielmino/Getty Images)
She has also posted in Trumpian-style all caps: “MAKE CA GREAT AGAIN!”
As for VP Harris, she has not indicated any future plans for when she leaves office. However, a recent poll suggests Harris would have a sizable advantage should she decide to run in 2026. At that point, Newsom cannot run again because of term limits.
If Jenner decides to run and wins, it would mark the nation and state’s first transgender governor.
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Northern California 6-year-old, parents hailed as heroes for saving woman who crashed into canal
LIVE OAK — A six-year-old and her parents are being called heroes by a Northern California community for jumping into a canal to save a 75-year-old woman who drove off the road.
It happened on Larkin Road near Paseo Avenue in the Sutter County community of Live Oak on Monday.
“I just about lost her, but I didn’t,” said Terry Carpenter, husband of the woman who was rescued. “We got more chances.”
Terry said his wife of 33 years, Robin Carpenter, is the love of his life and soulmate. He is grateful he has been granted more time to spend with her after she survived her car crashing off a two-lane road and overturning into a canal.
“She’s doing really well,” Terry said. “No broken bones, praise the Lord.”
It is what some call a miracle that could have had a much different outcome without a family of good Samaritans.
“Her lips were purple,” said Ashley Martin, who helped rescue the woman. “There wasn’t a breath at all. I was scared.”
Martin and her husband, Cyle Johnson, are being hailed heroes by the Live Oak community for jumping into the canal, cutting Robin out of her seat belt and pulling her head above water until first responders arrived.
“She was literally submerged underwater,” Martin said. “She had a back brace on. Apparently, she just had back surgery. So, I grabbed her brace from down below and I flipped her upward just in a quick motion to get her out of that water.”
The couple said the real hero was their six-year-old daughter, Cayleigh Johnson.
“It was scary,” Cayleigh said. “So the car was going like this, and it just went boom, right into the ditch.”
Cayleigh was playing outside and screamed for her parents who were inside the house near the canal.
I spoke with Robin from her hospital bed over the phone who told us she is in a lot of pain but grateful.
“The thing I can remember is I started falling asleep and then I was going over the bump and I went into the ditch and that’s all I remember,” Robin said.
It was a split-second decision for a family who firefighters said helped save a stranger’s life.
“It’s pretty unique that someone would jump in and help somebody that they don’t even know,” said Battalion Chief for Sutter County Fire Richard Epperson.
Robin is hopeful that she will be released from the hospital on Wednesday in time to be home for Thanksgiving.
“She gets Thanksgiving and Christmas now with her family and grandkids,” Martin said.
Terry and Robin are looking forward to eventually meeting the family who helped save Robin’s life. The family expressed the same feelings about meeting the woman they helped when she is out of the hospital.
“I can’t wait for my baby to get home,” Terry said.
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