POLITICAL
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Peninsula Community Planning Board’s Project Review Committee meets at the Loma Riviera Clubhouse, 3115 Loma Riviera Dr. The agenda will be posted in advance at the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. For information, call (619) 222-8482, or e-mail [email protected].
Thursday, Dec. 20, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., regular meeting of the Peninsula Community Planning Board at the Hervey/Pt. Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. The agenda will be posted in advance at the library. For information, call (619) 694-7993, or e-mail [email protected].

COMMUNITY/CIVIC
Today, Dec. 6, 2 to 7 p.m., Sunset View Annual Holiday Boutique, featuring an afternoon and evening of wine, appetizers and shopping. Items include jewelry, candles, belts, handbags, designer jeans and other items. The event takes place at the Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal. For more information, e-mail Alicia Mascarenas at [email protected].
Today, Dec. 6, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Women’s Global Network invites area women to expand new and interesting business contacts during an annual holiday tea at Tea Upon Chatsworth, 2180 Chatsworth Blvd. in Point Loma. For more information, call (760) 635-5785, or e-mail [email protected].
Friday, Dec. 7, 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kids Included Together (KIT) hosts Christmas on the Promenade to benefit KIT and other nonprofits at Liberty Station. The free event will include breakfast with Santa, Christmas Tree Alley, Winter Wonderland Snowhill, a holiday marketplace offering unique items, live performances and a holiday kid’s fun zone. Rides and games are an additional cost. The event takes place at the NTC Promenade at Liberty Station in Point Loma. For more information, call (858) 225-5687, or visit christmasonthepromenade.org.
Friday, Dec. 7, beginning at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 8, beginning at 11 a.m., the NTC Foundation will host a 2-day music festival themed “A Holiday Musical Salute to San Diego’s Military Families” at the historic North Chapel at Liberty Station. Music will range from opera, adult and children’s choirs to holiday jazz tunes. The chapel is located at 2881 Roosevelt Road. For more information, call (619) 573-9300, or visit www.thenorth-chapel.com.
Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Crafts Fair at Veterans Plaza in Ocean Beach. For more information, call (619) 515-4400.
Monday, Dec. 10, 5 to 8 p.m., holiday Food and Toy Drive sorting, Masonic Center Hall, 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. For more information, call (619) 515-4400.
Tuesday, Dec. 11, 5 to 8 p.m., holiday Food and Toy Drive wrapping, Masonic Center Hall, 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. For more information, call (619) 515-4400.
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Point Loma Garden Club hosts its annual Holiday Tea & Bazaar, featuring centerpieces, wreaths, swags and homemade delectables. The event takes place at the Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal. For more information, visit www.plc.org.
Thursday, Dec. 13, 5 to 8 p.m., Liberty Station hosts a wine-tasting benefit event with proceeds going to the NTC Foundation and the San Diego Food Bank. The event coincides with the grand opening of Vons grocery store at Liberty Station Marketplace, 2495 Truxtun Road. Entertainment, food and a range of wines will be available. Tickets are available for a minimum $25 donation. For more information, call (619) 573-9269.
Friday, Dec. 14, judging of Holiday Homes Decorating Contest, various locations. For more information, call (619) 515-4400.
Saturday, Dec. 15, 9 a.m., Ocean Beach Town Council volunteers and community members distribute holiday food baskets and toys to needy families. For more information, call (619) 515-4400.
Saturday, Dec. 22, 6 to 9 p.m., Garrison Street children and family members will host their eighth annual hot chocolate, coffee and baked-goods charity fund-raising event. All proceeds go to benefit Children’s Hospital and the Isabella Zouvas Pajama Drive. The neighborhood event takes place at 3631 Garrison St. For more information, visit http://www.friendsof-scott.org/index.html.
Sunday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m., annual meeting of the United Portuguese S.E.S., Inc. at the Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal. For more information, call (619) 895-6348.
Mondays, 3 p.m., “Baby Signing Storytime” with Jennifer Duncan, Ocean Beach Branch Library, 4801 Santa Monica Ave. For more information, call (619) 531-1532.
Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to noon, Sacred Heart Church of Ocean Beach offers classes in tai chi taught by certified instructor Sherlie Miller. Classes take place at the church, 4776 Saratoga Ave. For more information, call (619) 224-2746 or (858) 292-6284.
SCHOOLS
Dana Elementary
“¢ Today, Dec. 6, bake sale; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., school tour for incoming students; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Parent/Child Book Club.
Loma Portal Elementary
“¢ Friday, Dec. 7, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Winter Family Night featuring special readings, singing, cocoa and treats.
“¢ Monday, Dec. 10 through Friday Dec. 14, holiday gift shop open.
“¢ Saturday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m., annual Point Loma School of Classical Ballet performance of “The Nutcracker” at Dana Middle School in the Jackson Theater, 1775 Chatsworth Blvd.
Ocean Beach Elementary
“¢ Today, Dec. 6, Bank Day.
“¢ Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m., California Ballet Assembly and PTA board meeting.
“¢ Wednesday, Dec. 12, music workshop for kindergartners.
“¢ Thursday, Dec. 13, Bank Day.
Rock Academy
“¢ Friday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m., kindergarteners through fifth-graders present “Miracle on Main Street” in the sanctuary at the Rock Church and Academy. No tickets required. For information, call (619) 764-5200.
Sacred Heart Academy
“¢ Friday, Dec. 7, noon dismissal.
“¢ Monday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m., parish penance service.
“¢ Wednesday, Dec. 12, 3rd-graders to Indian Hill.
“¢ Thursday, Dec. 13, 8th-graders serve dinner at StandUp For Kids Center.
“¢ Tuesday, Dec. 18, progress reports online for grades 4 through 8; grades 1, 2 and 3 present Christmas carols at Wesley Palms Senior Center.
“¢ Wednesday, Dec. 19, grades 4 and 5 present Christmas carols at ActivCare Senior Center.
“¢ Thursday, Dec. 20, 8 a.m., all-school Mass at Sacred Heart Church; presentation of Christmas backpacks for homeless kids to StandUp For Kids Center; noon dismissal.
“¢ Friday, Dec. 21, no school, teacher in-service day.
“¢ Dec. 21 through Jan. 4, Christmas vacation.
Silver Gate Elementary
“¢ Through Dec. 14, Student Council Toy Drive.
“¢ Through Dec. 14, Student Council Toy Drive. Drop off donations at school.
“¢ Friday, Dec. 21, Holiday Sing-Along.
“¢ Dec. 24 through Jan. 5, winter vacation, no school.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Through Dec. 29, San Diego Watercolor Society presents “Celebration with Family and Friends” at NTC Promenade, 2825 #105 Dewey Road in Point Loma. Reception scheduled for Dec. 7, 5 to 8 p.m. Show juried by local artist; about 80 local artists displayed. For more information, call (619) 876-4550.
Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m., San Diego Watercolor Society hosts Paint Out at Ocean Beach Pier. Point Loma resident Jane Riles will demonstrate on location and artists and wannabe artists may participate throughout the day. The event is free. For more information, call (619) 876-4550 or visit www.sdws.org.
Saturday, Dec. 8, auditions for the “Amazing Race” at Liberty Station. For more information, visit www.libertystation.com or www.cbs8.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 12, Music Festival at Farmers Market on Newport Avenue. For more information, call (619) 226-8613.
Thursday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m., Holiday Festival of Choirs featuring choirs from Dana Middle School, Correia Middle School and Point Loma High School. The Peninsula Singers, a community choir based at the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library. Event takes place at Dana Middle School, 1775 Chatsworth Blvd. Tickets are $5. For more information, call 619-804-6079, or visit www.peninsulasingerssandiego.org.
Monday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m., jazz bassist Rob Thorsen performs during a quartet concert at All Souls Episcopal Church. The program will range from jazz, latin and world music groups. For more information, call (858) 336-6082 or e-mail [email protected].