One of the great friendships I made during my half-century of covering entertainment personalities was with Hall of Fame song writer Hugh Martin, who lived for many years in North San Diego County, including Encinitas. His most memorable work was for the 1945 Warner Brothers’ Judy Garland film “Meet Me in St. Louis.”
Today’s anticipated Christmas booty would never appear on the dreamscape of most youngsters during the 1940s or early ’50s. What toy land wonders we didn’t know about in those days weren’t missed. Comparatively speaking, post-World War II vintage toys were, at best, primitive.
With just a couple of weeks remaining in 2024, there’s a bit of time to wrap up holiday shopping and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. The North Coast Current and OsideNews hope you enjoy the holiday season in safety and good cheer.
Continuing a tradition of holiday generosity, an anonymous donor for the sixth year in a row purchased thousands of toys from Geppetto’s at The Forum Carlsbad to be donated to Toys for Tots last month.
From Turkey Trot races and dazzling light displays representing the beauty of nature to tree lightings and Small Business Saturday, coastal North San Diego County enters the holiday season with a range of activities throughout our communities.
Cozying up with a bowl of warm deliciousness is a perfect way to ward off the chill of winter, and it’s made even better when shared with those you love. Turning to favorite chilis and soups with comforting ingredients and smoky spices can transport your family from snow and sleet to warmth and paradise.
The launch of 2024 brings with it opportunities for self reflection and discovery. Several venues in coastal North San Diego County offer events that fall in line with this theme. From Encinitas and Carlsbad to Oceanside, you can find music, artistic expression, athletics and more. This time around, January turns out to be an active way to launch the new year.
Thoughts of the approaching 2023 Christmas take me back more than eight decades of my life. I recall the anticipated booty that never appeared on the dreamscape during my 1940s and early ’50s. Of course, in those days, what toy land wonders we didn’t know about weren’t missed.
The Oceanside Yacht Club hosts its annual Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights, with boats of all shapes and sizes decorated in holiday attire, including lights, ornaments and lots of holiday trimmings, on Saturday, Dec. 9, starting at 7 p.m.
