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THE BABC LA 56TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
12.01.14
The Starlight Ballroom of the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica will be transformed by a spirited Merry Christmas celebration in Grand British tradition at the 56th Annual Christmas Luncheon on Friday, December 11.
Celebrated British fashion photographer and judge on "America’s Next Top Model," Nigel Barker will be this year’s guest speaker. Louise Roe, British fashion journalist, will host the luncheon and the invocation will be given by British textile and fashion designer, Dame Zandra Rhodes.
The festive Christmas Luncheon has become a celebrated favorite with the British and American communities in SoCal. Each year it draws over 500 people, including celebrities, prominent leaders from high profile business, aerospace, manufacturing, legal and entertainment companies; local political figures and guests from the British and European Consulates.
Festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. with a hosted Champagne Reception and expansive silent auction. The traditional sit-down British Christmas luncheon, complete with all the trimmings, is accompanied by first-rate entertainment.
Tickets and information here.
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Downtown Santa Ana Black Friday Weekend
11.28.14
Downtown Santa Ana's unique mix of independent clothing stores, record shops, restaurants and craft beer establishments are offering incredible sales, deals and cool events throughout Black Friday weekend. There are also drop-off points for toy, clothing and healthy canned food drives to support the community.
DOWNTOWN SANTA ANA SALES AND EVENTS:
BLACK FRIDAY
Beatnik Bandito Music Emporium -- eecord store day with live performances and storewide sale
Bespoke Cut & Sew -- 40% off everything
Blends - sneakers up to 50% off, 2 for $45 at pop-up shop
Boldo Bol - 10% off
Brooklyn Harper Boutique --- storewide clearance sale
Chapter One & C4 Deli -- show a DTSA or Patchwork receipt to get 10% off
Elite Fitness -- 40% off personal training packages, 35% off gym memberships, and 40% off sweatshirts
GCS Santa Ana -- 40% off clothing
The Frida Cinema -- $1 snacks deals; The Hunger Games Part 1 with Spanish subtitles at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Extraterrestrial presented by IFC Midnights
The Good Beer Co. -- healthy canned food drive and coat/blanket drive -- bring a donation to receive discounts and raffle tickets
Left of the Dial Records -- record store day with special releases
Mi Moda - 40% off all suits (mention this ad)
Native Son Alehouse -- Goose Island Bourbon County tap takeover
Safehouse - 40-60% off
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
Boldo Bol - 10% off
Brooklyn Harper Boutique --- store wide clearance sale
Chapter One & C4 Deli -- Show a DTSA or Patchwork receipt to get 10% Off
The Frida Cinema -- $1 Snacks Deal; The Hunger Games Part 1 w/ Spanish Subtitles at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Extraterrestrial presented by IFC Midnights
The Good Beer Co. -- good beer brew day and healthy canned food drive -- bring a donation to receive discounts and raffle tickets
SHOP LOCAL SUNDAY
Boldo Bol - 10% off
Chapter One & C4 Deli -- show a DTSA or Patchwork receipt to get 10% Off
The Frida Cinema -- $1 Snacks Deal; The Hunger Games Part 1 w/ Spanish subtitles at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.
The Good Beer Co. -- good beer brew day and healthy canned food drive, bring a donation to receive discounts and raffle tickets
Patchwork Show -- browse 200 of the best makers and crafters, food trucks and live music
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