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Shop “Small Business Saturday” at SOCO and The OC Mix
11.20.23
Calling all shoppers! Discover your new favorite small businesses at SOCO and The OC Mix on Saturday, November 25th, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Support the Costa Mesa community and explore exclusive store specials while making a difference in the lives of homeless children during National Homeless Awareness Month. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Project Hope Alliance.
When you check in at The OC Mix, you'll have the chance to win fantastic giveaways, and for every $50 spent at our local small businesses, you'll earn additional raffle entries. Select participating stores will also offer special purchase promotions.
Event Highlights:
"Shop to Win!" by Holly Mc Donald (Compass - The OC Home Collective team)
Receive a raffle entry for every $50 spent and the chance to win two different raffle baskets with a "Holiday Host" theme. Don't forget to check in at The OC Mix.
"Sip Before You Shop" at We Olive & Wine Bar
The first 100 RSVP'd event attendees receive a ticket for a complimentary glass of wine or beer to enjoy at We Olive Wine Bar. Limited to one ticket each for the first 100 event attendees over the age of 21 who check in at The OC Mix. All attendees can enjoy discounts on retail purchases, olive oil, and vinegar, along with Happy Hour specials including $2 off glasses of wine and $1 off craft beer.
- "Live Music" by Pollen Collective
- Enjoy live, local music in the SOCO Courtyard.
"Pictures with Santa" by B. Young Forever Photography
- Capture a picture with Santa at the SOCO Courtyard, just in time for your holiday greeting cards.
"Bring Joy, End Homelessness!" by Project Hope Alliance
- Contribute by bringing a gift to wrap, buying a gift card, or making a donation to bring joy and end homelessness for children at Project Hope Alliance. Participate in DIY art stations to show your care for the holidays.
- Make holiday greeting cards in The OC Mix.
- Collect presents and wrap gifts at SOCO Courtyard.
While this event is free to attend, please RSVP at eventbrite.com.
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Come Together This Thanksgiving at Dana Point Harbor
11.20.23
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Dana Point Harbor, courtesy of Dana Point Harbor Partners! We invite the community to partake in a delightful array of seasonal festivities, including exclusive shopping specials, exceptional dining experiences, live entertainment, and the highly-anticipated 46th annual Turkey Trot, organized by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce.
The eagerly awaited Turkey Trot, generously sponsored by Dana Point Harbor Partners, extends a warm welcome to participants, whether in person or virtually, to embark on a 5k, 10k, 15k, or Kids' 1-mile Gobble Wobble journey on Thanksgiving Day. Registration comes complete with a commemorative t-shirt, a coveted finisher medal, and a virtual goody bag brimming with special offers from local businesses. For additional information and to secure your spot, please visit TurkeyTrot.com.
Additionally, the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce is orchestrating a "Loyal to Local" holiday shopping passport program to inspire and encourage shoppers to prioritize local spending and support our vibrant small business community throughout the holiday season. Shoppers will carry their passports to over 100 participating businesses and receive stamps that correspond to their in-store expenditures. Completed passports can be submitted to the Dana Point Chamber office, making shoppers eligible for weekly prizes and a grand prize that includes an overnight stay at one of our city's exquisite resort properties. This initiative coincides with the lighting of the Harbor's enchanting holiday lights, running through January 4, 2024.
Participating harbor businesses in this program encompass a wide range of establishments, including Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Safari, Catalina Express, Coffee Importers | Scoop Deck Ice Cream, Dana Point Charters, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, Frisby Cellars, Golden Galleon Boutique, Historic Schooner Curlew, iHeartYoga, Jon's Fish Market, Killer Dana Surf Shop, Left Coast Sportfishing, Ocean Institute, Proud Mary's, The Brig Restaurant, The Doggie Barkery, Westwind Sailing, Wind & Sea Restaurant, and Woody Hut.
More information can be found at danapointchamber.com/holiday.
Restaurants that will be open and serving Thanksgiving Day meals include Wind & Sea, Harpoon Henry’s, The Brig, Gemmell’s Restaurant, El Torito and Turk's.
For more information about Thanksgiving events and holiday specials, visit DanaPointHarbor.com
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