2013 December PASO Magazine

By Melissa Chavez
Note: Events are chronologically listed. Readers are encouraged
to call phone numbers listed to confirm scheduled
events. Whether attending local performances, a parade,
craft show or helping to make a child’s Christmas a little
brighter, there are many experiences to enjoy this holiday
season!
Atascadero Holiday Lighting at 6 p.m. on
December 6 takes place at Sunken Gardens in
Atascadero. Enjoy an historic fountain ribbon cutting,
Atascadero High School Show & Concert
Choirs, the Community Band, holiday singing and
welcome a visit by Santa Claus. www.atascadero.org.
Downtown Christmas Light Parade marks
its 51st year in Paso Robles on Saturday evening, December
7, beginning at 7pm. Celebrate “Christmas in
Toyland” with Santa and a glittering array of floats,
equestrian, vehicle and marching entries. Bundle up
and choose your spot along the Downtown parade
route, from 10th/Spring Street (heading north past
City Park), turning east one block to 14th Street,
turning south on Park Street (between 14th-12th),
turning east from 12th/Park to Pine Street, then
turning south on Pine Street around City Park.
Route ends on 11th Street. Visit www.pasoroblesdowntown.org.
Call 238-4103.
‘Santa’s Holiday House’ Schedule in Downtown
Paso Robles at City Park. Sunday/Dec. 8, 15
from 11am-3pm; Sunday/Dec. 22 from 11am-4pm;
Monday/Dec. 23 from 11am-4pm; Tuesday/Dec. 24
on Christmas Eve from 11am-3pm. Call 238-4103.
12th Annual Atascadero Winter Wonderland
in downtown Atascadero from 5-9 p.m., December
13, offers snow slides, 50 tons of snow, slides,
food, crafts, strolling entertainment, Santa Claus and
holiday costumed characters. Event is sponsored by
Atascadero Main Street, participating merchants and
local media. Call Gail, 570-4524. Visit www.
AtascaderoChamber.org.
Wreath Making at Paso Robles City Library
will use recycled materials at the annual
craft event on December 12 at 6 p.m. in the
Library Conference Room. Call 237-3870 or sign
up at www.prcity.com.
Vine Street Victorian Showcase from
6-9pm, on December 14, takes place between 8th and
21st Streets in Paso Robles. There’s something for
everyone, including bands, dancers, refreshments,
The Grinch, the Snow King and Queen, choirs,
caroling and one cantankerous Ebenezer Scrooge!
Paso Robles High School Marching Band opens
the festivities. Bundle up and enjoy this free, wellattended,
annual event. No dogs/cars allowed. Note:
No traffic permitted on this route between
6-9pm. Call 238-4103.
Advent at Night at Templeton Presbyterian
Church, 610 S. Main Street, Templeton,
begins at 7 p.m. on December 18. This quiet, reflective
service has been a blessing in the past
for those who are hurting or struggling during
the holidays, or who want an alternative to
noisier celebrations. Call 434-1921. Visit www.
fpctempleton.org.
‘Follow the Star’ at First Baptist Church,
1645 Park Street, PR, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on
December 19, 20 & 21. Experience the sights and
sounds of old Jerusalem on shepherd-guided interactive
“caravan tours” through the marketplace,
tunnels and tents on the eve of the Christ child’s
birth. Free admission. RSVP and schedule your tour
at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/498045. All
ages welcome. Call 238-4419. Visit www.fbcpasorobles.org.
‘Emmanuel, God with Us’ Living Nativity
on the lawn at Templeton Presbyterian Church, 6th/
Main Street, Templeton, Fri-Sun., December 20-22,
from 7-7:30 p.m. Hot chocolate and cookies at 6:30
p.m. Narrated story of Jesus’ birth with actors and
live animals, including a donkey, sheep and Lulu the
camel. Carol singing, too. Dress warmly and bring
the family. Call Pastor Little at 434-1921.
23rd Annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea at
Paso Robles Park Ballroom, 1232 Park Street, PR,
from 2-4pm on December 21 Visit with Snow King
and Queen, Santa and Mrs. Claus, the elves, and
Victorian friends. Enjoy gingerbread cookie decorating,
pictures to color and candy canes. Bring your
teddy bear for cookies and juice. Music, storytelling
and a door prize. Seating limited. Pre-purchase tickets
(adults/$13, kids/$7) at the Main Street Office,
835 12th Street, Suite D. Call 238-4103.
San Miguel ‘Magic Lights’ Parade from
6-6:30 p.m. on December 21 is the main event to a
full day of fun. Participate in a Kids’ Coloring Contest
(Mission Deli, 1 p.m.), Craft Fair (2 p.m.), Cupcake
Contest (Country Diner, 2 p.m.), Chili Cook-Off
(Country Station, 4-6 p.m.) and visit the Fire Station
after the parade to see Santa and enjoy hot dogs and
refreshments. Snowman Contest at participating merchants.
Drop off a canned food donation to cast your
vote for your favorite! For more info, call Mike Sanders,
712-9120.
Zoo Holiday Magic at Charles Paddock Zoo in
Atascadero between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., December
21, offers hot chocolate and a chance to deliver special
gifts to animal friends. Check out the Zoo Gift
Shop, too. Visit www.atascadero.org.
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Christmas is Dec. 25
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This light-up centerpiece is a
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16 Paso Robles Magazine, December 2013