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Best Temecula Guide wishes you and yours a very Happy and Safe Holiday Season!

Best Wishes in 2010

With the beginning of the holiday season upon us, December Temecula events are in full swing with much holiday cheer. The many local events are featuring Music, Wine, Art and Holiday decorations. Join in all the festivities and celebrate the season.

The Temecula December 2009 Events are coming alive with anticipation of the upcoming holidays

December 2 -- Holiday Reception & Shopping Night Holiday, Celebration: Enjoy wine and light refreshments while you mingle and procure the perfect holiday gifts. Pass the joy along and bring an unwrapped toy for the Thessalonika Family Services toy drive. Wiens Family Cellars, 35055 Via Del Ponte, Temecula Fee: Free admisiion.Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 694.9892

December 3 -- 12th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Celebration, Family Fun: Come spend the evening with us at the beautiful Temecula Duck Pond to light up the sky and mark the beginning of the holiday season. This annual event promises to be filled with festive live entertainment, refreshments and holiday fun for the entire family. Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (888) TEMECULA

December 4 -- 17th Annual Santa's Electric Light Parade Holiday, Family Fun: Join us as we say "Happy 20th Birthday Temecula!" For this special occasion, we are changing locations. The parade will now travel south on Old Town Front Street from Moreno Road to First Street in Old Town. Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (888) TEMECULA

December 5-6 -- Christmas in the Air Holiday, Performing Arts: 10th Annual Christmas in the Air Concert presented by the Southwest Women's Chorus. Our special guests this year will be the Wings of Praise youth choir, directed by Miss Nonnie. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula Fee: $16 Adults/$13 Seniors & Military/$9 StudentsTime: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 653.8696

December 5 - 6 -- "Christmas in the Air" concert Holiday, Live Music: The Southwest Women’s Chorus will present its concert,"Christmas in the Air", Dec 5th and 6th, 2pm matinées at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater.Tickets at the theater box office in the Mercantile, 42051 Main Street Temecula,866-653-8696. Fee: $9-$16 Time: 2 p.m. matinees Dec.5th and 6th Phone Number: (951) 719.6316

December 5 -- Holiday Candlelight Dinner Celebration: Join us this holiday season for our annual Candlelight dinner, held in Callaway's candlelit and elegantly decorated Barrel Room. Includes an appetizer and wine reception, three-course gourmet dinner perfectly paired with award-winning Callaway wine and live holiday music. 32720 Rancho California Road, Temecula Fee: $85, Legacy Club Member Price - $76.50Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 676.4001

December 7 - 11 -- Holiday Shopping Nights at Callaway Holiday, Celebration:Gather your family and friends and come visit Callaway this year for a relaxed holiday wine tasting and shopping experience. Enjoy holiday music, welcome gifts for adults and children, tasty tapas, wine tastings. 32720 Rancho California Road, Temecula Fee: See DescriptionTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 676.4001

December 9-12 & 18-19 -- Holiday Lights Bus Tour Holiday, Celebration: Join us to view some of the homes and neighborhoods included on the Holiday Lights & Festival Sights Home Decorating Map. Buses will depart from the Community Recreation Center. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula Fee: $5 per personTime: Varies Phone Number: (888) TEMECULA

December 10 -- Yuletide Traditions Cooking Class Food Education: For this Yuletide Traditions Cooking Class, Chef Mike Henry, Executive Chef at Meritage at Callaway, will take you on a culinary adventure and offer you the chance to learn new recipes that you can add to your holiday cooking traditions for many years to come. Callaway Vineyards, 32720 Rancho California Road, Temecula Fee: $50, $45 for Legacy Club Member, plus service charge and taxTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 676.4001

December 27 -- A Holiday Party Live Music: Featuring the Big Band All Stars with guests Kirsten & Stan Chandler and conducted by Jeff Stover. We thought the perfect time for a “HOLIDAY PARTY” would be between Christmas Day and New Years Eve. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula Fee: $31, $35 & $37Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 653.8696

December 31 - January 1 -- Vintage Hollywood Soiree - New Year's Eve Celebration Celebration, Benefit: Celebrate the Golden Era of Hollywood this New Year's Eve. Feel like you've stepped back in time to the glamorous days of old Hollywood. This fabulous evening will be full of amazing food, high energy music and dancing. This event supports the Old Town Temecula Theater. Wiens Family Cellars, 35055 Via Del Ponte, Temecula Fee: $110Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (951) 694.9892

December 31 -- New Year's Eve Dinner & Celebration at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa Holiday, Dining: Say goodbye to 2009 with the greatest spectacle this side of the Mississippi on New Year's Eve when our GM turns over the resort to the King and Queen of Carnival. Guests delight in an incredible evening of music and merriment as we team up with Rhythm on the Vines to turn the entire resort into a parade of mischief and excitement to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children. 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula. Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: (951) 587.9463 ext. 7237

Ongoing Events

December 3-13 -- Scrooge: The Musical Holiday, Performing Arts: The Temecula Valley Players present Leslie Bricusse's spectacular musical extravaganza SCROOGE. A heartwarming family story based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, with stunning sets and costumes and a fantastic musical score. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula Fee: $20-$28Time: Call for information Phone Number: (866) 653.8696

Every Third Wednesday of the Month -- Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Frankie's Wine Education: Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Frankie's every third Wednesday of the month. Enjoy local and international wine tasting adventures. Sample five specially selected wines, perfectly paired with appetizers designed to awake the palate. Live music croons all evening. 41789 Nicole Ln, Temecula Fee: $20 per personTime: 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (951)676.8040

Thursday through Saturday -- Temecula Trolley Hot Spot Cruise Celebration: Wine Tours by Trolley during the day, but not sure where to go at night? Join Valley Trolley for an evening of fun without driving. Nightlife where you can dance, and have fun. Hotel pick ups available. reservations required. contact us today! Fee: $ 25.00Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 304.9690

Every Thursday -- Thursday Night Marketplace Family Fun, Market: Old Town merchants and area produce growers, artisans, food vendors, and special guests encourage you to create a tradition spending a few hours each Thursday in Old Town Temecula. Have dinner, taste wine, purchase farm fresh produce, visit. Inaugural Location, Baily's Old Town Temecula, 28699 Old Town Front Street, Temecula Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 699.3181

Every Friday -- Hot Rod Fridays Celebration: Everyone is invited. Bring your rods, motorcycles, kids. We have dinner specials for all - even though it looks busy come on in we probably have a seat for you to eat! Swing Inn Cafe, 28676 Front Street, Temecula Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 676.2321

Every weekend -- Live Music at Killarny's Pub & Grill Live Music: Come see us and listen to traditional Irish music and enjoy great food every weekend. 32475 Highway 79 South G101 Temecula, CA Fee: call for information and scheduleTime: 9 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 302.8338

Saturday Nights -- Live Music in Old Town at Tesoro Winery Celebration, Live Music: Enjoy fabulous wines, and great entertainment each Saturday night at Tesoro Winery in our tasting room in Old Town Temecula on Front Street at Sixth. Advance reservations requested to insure seating. Fee: 1 Pd Winetasting or 1 Glass of Wine Min/ppTime: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 308.0000

Ol' Fashioned Christmas Celebration at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa Holiday, Dining: Add a touch of sparkle to this year's holiday festivities and experience our Christmas tradition first hand. We're rolling out the red carpet with special menu creations and phenomenal wine pairings in our Vineyard Rose Restaurant. Spirits are sure to soar as you relax and let our staff attend to every detail while the exquisite holiday decor delights you. 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: (951) 587.9463 ext. 7237

New Year's Eve Music Extravaganza Holiday, Celebration: A fabulous night of music from the 60's/70's/80's and today, performed by Ambrosia, Terry Sylvester (The Hollies), John Ford Coley and Tommy Tutone. Enjoy a four course gourmet dinner and all night party and dancing! Keyways Winery, 37388 De Portola Road, Temecula Fee: $130-$175Time: Call for information Phone Number: (951) 302.7888

New Year's Eve Extravaganza Celebration, Live Music: This event is for anyone looking to enjoy an incredible, innovative meal, live music, dancing, Ponte wine and a fabulous time. Ponte Family Estate, 35053 Rancho California Road, Temecula Fee: $175 per person/$158 Wine Club priceTime: 7 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Phone Number: (877) 314.WINE

New Year's Eve at Noon Party Holiday, Celebration: Celebrate the New Year Pennypickle-style...at noon instead of midnight! You won't want to miss the Professor's VERY special party for those too young to stay up late. Workshop closes to the general public for this fun-filled celebration. Be sure to reserve your spot early! Temecula Children's Museum, 42081 Main Street, Temecula Fee: $5 Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (951) 308.6376

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