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Week Ahead: What's Happening in Encinitas Holiday Edition
With Hannukah and Thanksgiving this week, there's plenty going on around town.
The eight-day Jewish holiday celebration of Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday. Jews light candles every night during the holiday to celebrate the religious freedom won after a battle that liberated the ancient temple in Jerusalem. The holiday comes unusually early this year, and some have dubbed it “Thanksgivukah” as a result.
Thanksgiving is Thursday. It’s hard to believe that anyone would be unaware of the quintessential American holiday, but just in case we’re mentioning it.
San Diego is a popular destination on Thanksgiving. If you’re overwhelmed with holiday guests, consider making reservations for your Thanksgiving meal at one of these landmark restaurants recommended by the San Diego Tourism Authority.In downtown Encinitas, The Union is hosting a Thanksgiving feast.
If you’re driving over the holiday, remember to buckle up and don’t drink alcohol. The California Highway Patrol will engage in a Maximum Enforcement Period from 6 p.m. Wednesday through midnight Sunday. Last year, there were 44 people killed in collisions during the Thanksgiving holiday in California.
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Black Friday is traditionally the day after Thanksgiving, but many retailers are starting early, before the turkey is even put away. Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, is kicking off its Black Friday sales at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving.
Or shop LOCAL on Friday at places like Shop Aloha Black Friday
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