Spike and Mike’s ‘New Generation of Animation’ LA JOLLA — Craig “Spike” Decker will share his collection of more than 20 animated films from around the world. The men that popularized “Sick and Twisted” animation such as “Beavis and Butt-Head” and “South Park” are straying away from the “sick” theme this year and focusing on the future of animation. Museum of Contemporary Art, 700 Prospect St., (858) 459-8707, [email protected], $10-$15 Friday, Nov. 26 at 7:15 and 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at 7:15 and 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28 at 4 and 6 p.m. MBHS Dixie Jazz Band gets busy MISSION VALLEY — The highly-acclaimed Mission Bay High School Dixie Jazz band will have a hectic Thanksgiving weekend as band members started with a performance at the House of Blues on Thanksgiving Day. The House of Blues was partnering with Feeding America to benefit selected San Diego families at the event. Next, the Dixie Jazz Band will join the Thanksgiving Jazz Festival at the Town & Country Convention Center in Mission Valley with performances today, Nov. 26; Saturday, Nov. 27 and Sunday, Nov. 28. Surfing Santa will arrive by boat at Seaport Village SEAPORT VILLAGE — A special guest is coming to town for the holidays at Seaport Village. The downtown hub for waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment will host a meet-and-greet with a Surfing Santa Claus Nov. 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. Megan Capizzi, Seaport Village marketing manager, said Santa will arrive via a pirate ship, casually donning board shorts and flip flops. A parade will take place on the nearby boardwalk, where Surfing Santa will stand beside a 6-foot static “wave” for photos. Children and families are invited to pose with him for photos on his surfboard. Capizzi said the Nov. 27 event also will feature live music, street performances, face painters, stilt walkers and an LED lighting exchange. Capizzi said a “traditional” Santa Claus will be on hand at the East Plaza Gazebo every Friday, Saturday and Sunday of December from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and every day during the week leading up to Christmas to greet kids and parents. Lizzie Younkin, who is helping promote the Nov. 27 event, said Santa will also be at the Harbor House restaurant Dec. 18 through Dec. 19 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. However, space is limited, so guests are urged to call (619) 235-4014, ext. 3, to reserve their seats, Capizzi said. Seaport Village is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.seaportvillage.com or visit facebook.com/seaportvillage or twitter.com/seaport_village. — Charles Iyoho Holiday of Lights returns to Del Mar Fairgrounds??DEL MAR — This 16th annual “Holiday of Lights” is open through Sunday, Jan. 2 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The 1.5-mile drive boasts more than 400 lighted and animated scenes around the Del Mar Racetrack. Prices are $14 per car, up to 5 people, $19 per vehicle of 6 or more people and $49 per bus. The Holiday Hayride will return for the second year and take place Dec. 3, 10 and 17 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Included in the ride is a hot beverage such as hot chocolate or cider and a holiday cookie. Riders are encouraged to dress warmly. Santa’s Elves will be open for business, serving up cold-weather food favorites to warm up your insides. “Holiday Spirits” will also be available for those 21 and older. Advance ticket purchase is recommended to guarantee space on the Holiday Hayride. Tickets for the Holiday Hayride are $10. Call the fairgrounds box office at (858) 792-4252 or go to Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com after Nov. 15. The Del Mar Fairgrounds are located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. For more information visit www.holidayoflights.com. Friday, Nov. 26 Point Loma/Ocean Beach • “Steel Magnolias,” 8 p.m., Point Loma Actor’s Theatre, 3035 Talbot St., written by Robert Harling and directed by David Sein. For more information or tickets, call the box office at (619) 225-0044, or visit www.pointlomaactors.com, tickets are $16 for general admission; $14 for military, seniors and students Saturday, Nov. 27 La Jolla • Mike Huckabee’s “A Simple Christmas” and “Can’t Wait Till Christmas” book signing, 11 a.m., Warwick’s, 7812 Girard Ave., (858) 454-0347, www.warwicks.com, free with book purchase • Apolo Ono’s “Zero Regrets: Be Greater Than Yesterday” book signing, 12:30 p.m., Warwick’s, 7812 Girard Ave., (858) 454-0347, www.warwicks.com, free with book purchase Point Loma/Ocean Beach • “Steel Magnolias,” 8 p.m., Point Loma Actor’s Theatre, 3035 Talbot St., written by Robert Harling and directed by David Sein. For more information or tickets, call the box office at (619) 225-0044, or visit www.pointlomaactors.com, tickets are $16 for general admission; $14 for military, seniors and students • Ocean Beach Comedy, 7 p.m., Winston’s Beach Club, with headliner comedian Joey “Coco” Diaz, other scheduled comics are Steven Kendrick, Jerry Rocha, Jeff Bilodeau, Jesse Egan and Lauren “L.O.B.” O’Brien from FM 94.9’s “The Mikey Show,” open mic precedes Ocean Beach Comedy at 6 p.m., for more information visit www.winstonsob.com, $7 Sunday, Nov. 28 La Jolla • Social bridge, 12:30 p.m., The Riford Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd., (858) 459-0831, www.therifordcenter.org, $2 Point Loma/Ocean Beach • “Steel Magnolias,” 7 p.m., Point Loma Actor’s Theatre, 3035 Talbot St., written by Robert Harling and directed by David Sein. For more information or tickets, call the box office at (619) 225-0044, or visit www.pointlomaactors.com, tickets are $16 for general admission; $14 for military, seniors and students Pacific Beach/ Mission Beach • T.O.D.D.L.E.R.S. (Together opportunities to discover and develop literacy, enrichment and recreation skills), 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pacific Beach Recreation Center, 1405 Diamond St., parent and toddler fun, free. Call Bill (619) 920-1032 Downtown • Fair Trade Fair, 10 a.m.-noon, First Lutheran Church, 1420 Third Ave., opportunity to purchase handcrafted gifts and foods from developing countries. (619) 234-6149, free to enter