California Corner

SAN DIEGO--Holiday traditions from around the world will illuminate the fourth annual Festival of Lights Friday evening, Nov. 26. Bazaar del Mundo, a cluster of historic homes and landmarks, will offer lights, a Nativity scene and dance performances. 2754 Calhoun St. 5-6 p.m. Free. (619) 296-3161.

INDIO--The 13th Indio Powwow takes place over Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 26-28. The Cabazon Band of Mission Indians present music, Native American dancing and crafts. Adjacent to the tribe’s Fantasy Springs Casino, north of Interstate 10 at the Golf Center Parkway exit. 5-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. $4; $3 for seniors; $2 ages 7-12; free under 6. (800) 827-2946, Ext. 3017.

PETALUMA--Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by tugboat at noon at the downtown harbor Saturday, Nov. 27, then join a horse-drawn vehicle parade through the historic downtown. At 12:45 p.m., the Victorian Gingerbread Village will offer refreshments and entertainment. Noon-5 p.m. Free. (707) 769-0429.

CEDARVILLE--Shop for the cowboys and cowgirls on your gift list at the annual Frontier Christmas Fair Saturday, Nov. 27. The Surprise Valley happening also features food and arts and crafts at Modoc District Fairgrounds. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (530) 279-2001.

LA JOLLA--Marching bands and floats will roll down Wall Street at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, to kick off the Christmas Parade and Holiday Festival, featuring vendors and entertainment. Downtown. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Free. (858) 454-9549.

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