Good morning, Escondido.

On Wednesday, fourth and fifth-graders at Horton Elementary experienced a holiday shopping spree at a Walmart in Kearny Mesa, guided by Padres representatives as part of the Padres Holiday Giving Tour that continues through December, instilling a love of giving and community spirit.

Divona Roy, a long-time member of the Escondido Chapter, was installed as Grand Martha of the Order of the Eastern Star at the statewide convention in Visalia on Oct.

18 — her term runs until the next meeting in Oct. 2026.

Orange Glen High School celebrated the Patriot Café’s 10th anniversary on Nov.

21 by hosting a three-course meal prepared by students that highlighted community support, with teachers Kristi Sovacool, Laura Gardiner, Daniel Reyes and Supt. Jon Petersen receiving certificates from Mayor Dane White and city council during the event.

San Diego County will raise fees for park camping, parking, fishing permits, boat launches and community center rentals starting Jan.

2. Reservations made before the change will keep current prices while nonprofits + veterans, seniors and groups continue to receive discounts.

Lynn Morgan’s Zumba dance fitness classes at Park Avenue Community Center in Escondido are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m. and will continue through Dec.

18, with January registration that opened on Dec. 2. Divine Glow Suites hosted a pre-Thanksgiving pop-up event on Wednesday, Nov. 26 that offered free entry into a Thanksgiving Giveaway.

San Pasqual High School has named Andrew Clark its new varsity head football coach, replacing Tony Corley who retires after 40 years.

Clark, a longtime alumnus, will lead the Fighting Eagle Football program as he builds on decades of leadership + extensive local experience.

Escondido Times-Advocate writer Jim Tal Evans recalled a two-hour meeting with Padres icon Randy Jones at his home near south end Center City Parkway, praising his warmth and storied career; he expressed sadness upon hearing of his passing at age 75 — a legacy that enriched local sports.

Holiday Wreath Workshop

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Domaine Artefact Vineyard & Winery — $80.00 — Craft custom holiday wreaths with fresh greenery and enjoy winery views.

World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker

7:00 – 8:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — $60.00 - $138.00 — Experience a timeless holiday classic where dreams and reality blend in a magical ballet journey.

Golden State Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the season with a classic ballet performance.

A Charlie Brown Christmas 5K/10K

7:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Kit Carson Park — $42.95+ — Celebrate 60 years of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' with family-friendly runs and festive activities.

City Ballet's The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket details unavailable — Experience the magic of the classic holiday ballet with City Ballet of San Diego.

The Nutcracker by City Ballet

7:30-9 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Tickets required — Experience the magic of the holiday season with this timeless ballet performance.

City Ballet of San Diego's The Nutcracker

7:30-9 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience the holiday classic brought to life in a magical ballet performance.