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SAN DIEGO - Forget the traditional white Christmas, and retreat to Seaport Village to celebrate all that makes the holidays unique in Southern California-tepid temperatures, palm trees, surfboards and sand. On Sunday, Dec. 2, Deck the Palms will again transform the bayside shopping center destination into a warm-weather wonderland embracing even more of San Diego's most-renowned winter elements.

"The first Deck the Palms blew our expectations out of the water, and we've added so much more entertainment and activities to this year's schedule," said Seaport Village General Manager Terry Hall.

In addition to housing the unique boutiques and custom gifts that holiday shoppers seek, Seaport Village will sparkle with creatively decorated palms placed throughout its four miles of cobblestone pathways.

Santa will make his stylish (and warm-weather) arrival at noon on the boardwalk near Pier Café, and will then be available for pictures on his surfboard and wave until 4 pm.

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Deck the Palms will also feature an award-winning sand sculptor team creating an exclusive scene with SoCal Santa and his elves, and a professional chalk artist, who will not only create her own piece but help participants add drawings too. And in this year's craft corner, kids will again get to decorate sand dollar ornaments as well as participate in new San Diego-style crafts including sun paper art and candle decorating. Festive lights and decorations, along with more live upbeat holiday music and entertainment will spice up the ambiance at Seaport.

"Santa makes his stop in San Diego before trading in warm weather for a busy season in arctic temperatures," said Hall. "Back again this year are two crowd favorites-- the Fruitcake Chuck-n-Hurl and photos with Santa on his surfboard."

All monetary donations plus proceeds from the Fruitcake Chuck-n-Hurl will benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation and its efforts to break the cycle of child abuse, through prevention, education, advocacy and funding. For more information on the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation, visit www.capfsd.org.

Deck the Palms runs Sunday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Organizers expect Santa to arrive with a splash around noon, and he will be available for photos (not supplied by Seaport Village) until 4 p.m. All shops, restaurants and eateries will be open for holiday shopping and dining from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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Also at Seaport Village in December, Santa makes an appearance for Breakfast with Santa at the Harbor House Restaurant, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 15 and 16, from 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Full breakfast, pictures with Santa, face painting, balloon artist, kids show, plus a gift bag for the kiddies! Cost is $20 per person. Call early, space is limited. (619) 235-4014 Ext. 3, Megan Capizzi.

Seaport Village is located at West Harbor Drive and Pacific Highway, adjacent to Embarcadero Park North. Visitors receive two hours of free validated parking with any purchase. For more information go to www.seaportvillage.com or call 619-235-4014.

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