The Shoemaker Bugle

By Muna Agada

Event: CHRISTmas Services and Fellowship Meal

Date: Saturday, December 17, 2022 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton, 340 West Commonwealth Avenue Fullerton, CA
•The Fullerton Boys and Girls Club will be hosting their annual holiday event. Families will be able to drive around the community for treats, crafts, and most importantly, toys! 

Event: Long Beach’s Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl 

Date: Sat, December 17, 2022, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Long Beach 300 The Promenade N. Long Beach, CA 90802
Tickets: $12-$20
•Drink specials with no cover charge with purchase of a wristband. Enjoy contests, games, and chances to win prizes.

Event: RGE Cares 3rd Annual Christmas Giveaway

Date: Saturday, December 17, 2022, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM PST
Location: 961 W Alondra Blvd, Compton, CA 90220
•Event will help the countless families that might struggle during the holiday season.

Event: Once Upon A Holiday 

Date: Sunday, December 18 2022 from 09:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: Liberty Baptist Church of Norwalk, 12029 Pine St., Norwalk, CA
•Regular church service with a Christmas-themed lunch 

Event: An Irish Christmas 

Date: Sunday, December 18, 2022 at 2:30 pm
Location: Downey Theatre, 8435 Firestone Blvd, Downey, CA
•Showcases some of the great Irish holiday traditions. Christmas carols you know plus some high energy Irish Dancing

Event: City of Compton’s 67th Annual Christmas Parade

Date: Monday, December 19, 2022 11 AM – 1 PM
Location: Along Compton Blvd., Compton, CA 
•The city of Compton will be holding their annual Christmas Parade, starting from Compton Boulevard and Bullis Road and ending at Alameda Street. 

Event: Bellflower Farmers Market

Date: Monday, December 19, 2022 at 9:00 am
Location: Simms Park parking lot, 16614 S. Clark Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706
•Vendors will be selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and holiday treats.

Event: Las Posadas 2023

Date: Saturday, Jan 7th 2023, 6-9pm
Location: Norwalk City Hall Lawn, 12700 Norwalk Blvd, Norwalk, CA
•A candle lit on the city hall lawn. Will have caroling, light refreshments, and performances from mariachis and ballet folklorico dancers.