It’s not too late to find holiday fun in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

There are still many options for those of all ages to get into the holiday spirit in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and 4S Ranch. Here are some events to consider.

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• The 4S Ranch Library is providing a holiday card, letter writing and gift wrap station during its operating hours through Wednesday, Dec. 24. (The library is closed on Sundays.)

There are cards, seasonal paper and writing templates to get people’s creativity flowing. There are also wrapping paper and bows for wrapping gifts. The library is at 10433 Reserve Drive. For details, call 858-673-4697.

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• Bernardo Winery will hold its annual “Holiday Nights” festivities from 5 to 9 p.m. nightly through Dec. 21. There will be carolers, Miceli’s Polar Express train exhibit, food and beverages. There will be vendors selling a wide assortment of items and the winery’s village shops will also be open. Santa will not be at this event.

The winery is at 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte in Rancho Bernardo. All ages welcome. No pets allowed. No outside food or beverages. Carpooling is recommended. Bring cash as some vendors do not accept credit cards. Parking is free. For details, visit bernardowinery.com.

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• Bernardo Winery will hold its annual “Breakfast with Santa” from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 19-21. Youngsters can meet with Santa and have close-up animal encounters. In addition to breakfast, there will be face painting, balloon sculptures, cookies and ornament making.

Tickets are $80 for adults, $45 for children ages 2-12 and free for under age 2. Prices are all inclusive. Seating is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance at bernardowinery.com. The winery is at 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte in Rancho Bernardo.

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• Aaron Ford of Poway will host its annual Toys for Tots Drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 at the dealership, 12740 Poway Road. Needed are new, unwrapped gifts for children and teens.

There will be a special appearance by Santa, promotional vendors, giveaways, bounce houses, free food and a car show. The show is open to all makes and models of vehicles, including classic cars, trucks and off-road vehicles. It is free to enter a vehicle in the show, with load-in from 8 to 8:45 a.m. For details, call 858-748-1400.

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• The San Diego Music Academy will perform festive holiday music featuring its Chamber Music and Children’s Choir at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 in the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.

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• Southern California Ballet will present “The Nutcracker” in three shows at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road. The shows will be at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 and 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21.

There will be more than 100 local dancers along with professional guest artists from around the world. Tickets are $30-$70. Buy at powaycenter.com.

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• A free holiday card making event will be held at the 4S Ranch Library, 10433 Reserve Drive, near its fireplace from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22. Design and all materials are provided. For details, call 858-673-4697.

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• Celebrate the New Year early during a free “Noon Year’s Eve” event featuring a Ralph’s World concert at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31 in the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.