Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community


Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012
BeckyCharms & Family - First time

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

The Tree Lighting was originally scheduled for 6:45pm, but after all delays, it finally happened about 7:30-7:45ish.  It was really fun, counting down in both Italian and English. 

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

Just imagine the colors..

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village photo by Mr. Google by BeckyCharms, San Diego, Little Italy, Christmas, community, local, events, beckycharms

San Diego has a gazillion little communities, and this is definitely one of the best ones!  I don't know anyone who visits Little Italy in San Diego who doesn't have a wonderful time.  Just strolling the streets and seeing the shops and lights is enough to brighten your dullest day.

 Little Italy Tree Lighting Mercato 2012 photo taken by Mr. Google BeckyCharms, Little Italy, San DIego, mercato, farmer's market, Christmas, Holidays

Charming Mercato reusable insulated bags for purchase.  

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 photo by Mr. Google by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

The Little Italy Association {http://www.littleitalysd.com/} was handing out complimentary Italian cookies, coffee, and cider to attendees.  I thought this was an extra special touch!  Thank you!  They were delicious enjoyed with a cup of warm apple cider while enjoying the festivities.

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

This is one of three Original Train Cars from John D. Spreckels {1853-1926}

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

Can you see my striped scarf?  I only wear it, like, practically everywhere. 

Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village 2012 by BeckyCharms, Christmas, Little Italy, San Diego, Holidays, events, local, community

After hours of fun seeing Santa, making new friends in line, enjoying Italian delights, live music and the Mercato, chicken and beef tamales, agua de sandía, pistachio macaron, gourmet almonds {our faves are the honey vanilla, and mexican chocolate}, and watching the Tree Lighting, it was time to head home... but not without one final sweet shot of TinyBaker with her Bubbe.  Love.
 
For more information about the Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village, please visit: http://bit.ly/LITreeLighting

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