Desert to Sea Trees
O Tannenbaum (Oh Christmas Tree) — California’s diverse landscapes set the scene for holiday celebrations. Pictured (left) is a Christmas tree at Living Desert in Palm Desert and the beach tree lighting ceremony at Crystal Cove State Park in Newport Beach on Dec. 6, 2014
Some places to see glorious holiday trees as they are lit for the first time today, Dec. 5 include: Alhambra, Alpine, Arcata, Atascadero, Banning, Bellflower, Benicia, Bishop, Bonita, Brentwood, Burlingame, Coronado, Cotati, Cupertino, Chico, Irwindale, La Puente, , La Quinta, Lomita, Lompoc, Los Gatos, Martinez, Murphys, Oroville, Oxnard, Perris, Petaluma, Pismo Beach, Quincy, Redding, San Marino, San Pablo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Solvang, Temple City, Twain Harte, Ventura, Woodland and Yreka!
- MAMMOTH LAKES: The whole town is invited (Mammoth has snow!) and asked to bring canned good donations. Stay warm around the many firepits, hear holiday music and enjoy hot beverages.
- EL CENTRO: Seasonal Tree Lighting and Street Fair with music and festivities, plus craft activities for kids.
- FOLSOM: Historic district features Tree Lighting near Ice Rink, free train rides and fun for all ages.
- HAWAIIAN GARDENS: Celebrating 50 years in 2014, Santa makes a guest appearance.
- EMERYVILLE: Tree Lighting is highlight to parade that ends at City Hall.
