Are we ready? Because it's going to be BUSY! ...
Thurs., Dec. 2
- Art Bender: The last Art Bender starts today at the Gallery at the End of the World, 2475 N. Lake, with an artist's reception, 6-9 PM.
Fri., Dec. 3
- Last day to turn in canned goods to the Library in lieu of library fines to benefit the Altadena Sheriff's Station toy and food drive, Altadena Library, 600 E. Mariposa.
- Christmas in Altadena: St. Mark's School and Jacob Maarse Florists in a fundraiser for the 50th anniversary of St. Mark's School, 6-9 PM.
- The Art Bender continues at the Gallery at the End of the World with First Friday Art Club, 7 PM-1 AM, $5 cover
- "Hundred Milers at the Finish," opening reception for Larry Gassan's series of photos of ultramarathoners, 7-10 PM, Altadena Junction, 2524-2526 El Molino Ave..
Sat., Dec. 4
- Odyssey Charter School fundraiser, 8 AM-2 PM, 724 W. Altadena Dr.
- Altadena Sheriff's Station Tour of Altadena Bike Ride, starts at Loma Alta Park, 9-11 AM. Benefits the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Charitable Giving Campaign.
- Open Studio Holiday Boutique at 470 W. Mariposa, noon to 6 PM. Holiday fare will be served and the works of local artisans on display.
- Art Bender potluck at Gallery at the End of the World, starts at noon.
- "Christmas in Altadena" continues at St. Mark's School (see Friday's entry)
- North Lake Pole Celebration, 4-9 PM. Join the merchants of North Lake Ave. in a celebration of the season, including a sledding hill with real snow, a petting zoo, music, and food.
- Selah Gospel Choir in concert at Altadena Community Church, 943 E. Altadena Dr., starting at 7:30 PM.
Sun. Dec. 5
- Art Bender concludes with brunch, starting at noon, at the Gallery at the End of the World.
- Open Studio Holiday Boutique continues at 470 W. Mariposa, noon to 6 PM. Holiday fare will be served and the works of local artisans on display.
- Selah Gospel Choir concert matinee, starting at 4:30 PM at Altadena Community Church (see Saturday's entry).