On November 19th, 2015, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Town Center Park on 650 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, California 92626, attendees can participate in a tree lighting ceremony. South Coast Plaza will continue the yearly tradition of lighting up the 96’ white fir tree adorned with 20,000 colored lights. The night will feature the arrival of Santa Claus, as well as performances from the OC School of the Arts, plus holiday music by a live band and carolers. Over 5,000 individuals are expected at the free event which additionally features cookies, cider, and hot chocolate. For more information visit the website or dial 800-782-8888.

And, ongoing, Umami Burger proudly presents The Holiday Bird. Diners can feast upon Umami Burger’s latest delicious creation, The Holiday Bird. The dish is complete with a cornbread stuffing patty, signature turkey patty, homemade turkey gravy, spiced Japanese yams, ginger-cranberry chutney, all sprinkled using Umami-dusted fried sage. One dollar from each burger benefits Meals on Wheels America. For more details visit the website or call 714.957.8626 for all Orange County locations.

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