FIND THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON WITH THESE LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND EVENTS
Dozens of facilities and organizations in San Diego are dedicated to providing services to those in need. Many of them operate year-round, but if you or someone you know might need a little extra help this holiday season, here are some wonderful places to consider. HOLIDAY RESOURCES Many organizations like Heaven’s Windows, Linda Vista Recreation Center, and The Salvation Army centers across San Diego provide support for residents in need of hunger relief, advocacy, community resources, and more. Many provide basic food and services year-round, but during the holiday season, they open their doors to those who specifically need assistance with traditional holiday amenities, like free Christmas meals, small gifts, toys, and clothing for low- income families. Visit HeavensWindows.org or SanDiego.gov/park-and-recreation/ centers/recctr/lindavista for more information. HOMELESS SHELTERS Shelters like Father Joe’s Villages and Alpha Project Bridge Shelter regularly host homeless neighbors every night, but during the holiday season, they often offer even more warm beds. They also provide amenities like nutritious meals, hot showers, and basic health services to those in need. These are places where people who have nowhere else to turn during the holiday season can feel the warmth and compassion that everyone deserves, especially during this time of year. Visit My.Neighbor.org or AlphaProject.org to learn more.
FOR THE KIDS For families with low incomes who may not have the means to create the Christmas they’ve always wanted, San Diego has some great options. For free festive activities, check out events like Santa by the Sea in Del Mar for a tree lighting, free pictures with Santa, and a lot of treats and games. Balboa Park hosts December Nights during the first weekend of December. Free entry features festive light displays, inspiring choirs and music, food, and other attractions. Visit VisitDelMarVillage. com/santa-by-the-sea and SanDiego.gov/december-nights for more details. If you know someone who could use a helping hand this holiday season, start by sharing these fantastic resources with them, and remember to always open your own heart to those in need.
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POTATO LATKES
INGREDIENTS • 2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed • 1 large onion, peeled and cut into quarters • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour • 2 tsp kosher salt • 1 tsp baking powder • 1/2 tsp black pepper • Safflower or vegetable oil, for frying DIRECTIONS
1. Using a food processor with a coarse grating disc or the coarse side of a box grater, grate potatoes and onion. (If using a food processor, halve or quarter potatoes.) Once grated, use a clean dish towel or cheesecloth to wring out as much moisture as possible. 2. Transfer to a mixing bowl and mix in eggs, flour, salt, baking powder, and pepper. 3. Heat a heavy-bottomed pan containing 1/4-inch of oil over medium-high heat. Use a heaping tablespoon to drop batter into the hot pan, working in batches. Use a spatula or spoon to form them into discs. Fry about 5 minutes per side, until deeply browned. 4. Transfer to a paper towel-lined wire rack to drain, and serve alongside applesauce and sour cream.
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