Retail Therapy: It’s tree-lighting time again
Disney fans, rejoice: The Fashion Island annual holiday tree lighting ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The free 20-minute show, which features a full ensemble of Disney characters and magical snowfall, attracts about 10,000 guests each night. Arrive early (people start arriving at about 11 a.m. to stake their claim), and bring chairs and blankets to reserve a spot. Information: shopfashionisland.com.
Puppy love: The Dog Is Good warehouse sale is slated for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 10531 Humbolt St., Los Alamitos. Dog lovers will save up to 80% on men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, housewares and more. Prices will range from $5 to $40. Information: dogisgood.com.
Winter, California-style: Women’s swimwear manufacturer Kovey, 1638 Babcock St., Unit B, Costa Mesa, will host a warehouse sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Save up to 80%, and enjoy giveaways and a buy-three-get-one-free deal. Bring cash. Information: facebook.com/kovey.co.
Let’s go Ducks: The Anaheim Ducks hockey team will celebrate “Duck the Halls” at the Market Place, formerly known as Tustin Marketplace, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 20. Fans are invited to enjoy a player meet-and-greet, games and mascot Wild Wing’s special breed of antics. An away-game watch party with a massive screen will be held in the Edwards theater parking lot. The shopping center also will debut three Ducks-themed holiday tree displays, which will be on view through Jan. 4. Following the watch party, kids’ holiday activities are planned from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 20. A Ducks-inspired photo backdrop also will allow visitors to join in the fun. Information: HolidayStyleOC.com.
Seeds of change: SEEDS Arts and Education Inc. will host a Community Seed Swap from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Anneliese Willowbrook garden, 20062 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Bring extra seeds to share or trade, while enjoying light refreshments and learning about the importance of saving seeds. The SEEDS Library of Laguna Beach will be discussed as well at the free event. Register at seedsed.org.
Fashionably late: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar has launched a late-night “8 for $9 ‘til 10” happy hour from 8 to 10 p.m. nightly at all locations. Enjoy a selection of eight menu items, as well as eight wines and signature cocktails, for $9 each, including options like ahi tuna tacos; filet mignon flatbread; short rib empanadas; lobster lettuce wraps; a deconstructed Balvenie s’more; French, Spanish and Italian wines; Spiced Mango Splash; Bourbon Peach Martini; Chocolate Lava Milkshake; and Winter Chai Mule. The new happy hour is an addition to the popular “5 for $6 ‘til 7” happy hour. Information: flemingssteakhouse.com.
‘Stache bash: GRIT Cycle, 1731 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, will hold an ‘80s-themed Movember ride from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday for $100 per person, with proceeds benefiting men’s health causes. A party will be held during and after the ride. Local companies including the Duke of Bourbon, Big Belly Deli, Nekter Juice Bar, Purps and the Soft Goat wiill provide refreshments and donations. Party access is free to riders; a $25 donation is suggested for nonriders. Information: gritcycle.com.
Change your environment: Environment Furniture at SOCO, 3315 Hyland Ave., Suite F, Costa Mesa, will offer 20% off case goods through Nov. 28. Stock up on Thanksgiving essentials like dining tables and bedroom furniture. Information: (866) 981-3976.
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