🌱 Harbor Police Share A Good Time + Recycle Your Tree + Gift Returns

Hello everyone! I'm here with your fresh copy of the San Diego Daily. Munch on that leftover Christmas pie, sip your morning cup of coffee/tea, and let's get this day started off right:

• Kids join Harbor Police for a special day.
• Want to recycle your holiday tree?
• Items to bring when returning your holiday gifts.

But first, today's weather:

Cooler with clouds and sun.🌤️ High: 64, Low: 55.

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Here are four of the top stories in San Diego today:

1. Eleven students from Perkins K-8 school in Barrio Logan met with Harbor Police for a special day. It began with a breakfast at SeaWorld, followed by a dolphin encounter show. Next, they learned about the history of Shop with a Cop and met with officers who attended the event when they were students. The group then rode in a police caravan to a fun shopping spree at Target. From there, the kids went to Cesar Chavez Park in Barrio Logan for some recreational fun. The day wrapped up with a barbecue hosted by Harbor police for the students and their parents. (The Log Newspaper)
2. Looking to recycle your live Christmas tree? Remember to remove decorations, tinsel, ornaments, lights and tree stands. If your tree is larger than 6 feet tall, cut it in half. You can put it curbside on your regular collection day, or you can bring it to one of the many drop-off locations around town.
3. Need to exchange or return Christmas gifts? First, check the deadline date for returns. Deadlines can vary, so don’t assume you can return your item anytime during the month of January. When returning in person, bring your receipt, order number, email and California identification. While you can return gifts online, you may also be able to return them in person at the store instead, skipping the return shipping charges. (NBC 7 News)
4. Planned your New Year’s Eve celebration yet? Find a great venue to ring in the new year, choose a designated driver or book a hotel for an overnight stay. On New Year's Day, enjoy a brunch cruise on San Diego Bay. Check out a list of options and create a New Year’s tradition for your friends and family.

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Today in San Diego:

• Red Cross Blood Drive — Rancho Peñasquitos Library. (Noon)
• Toddler Storytime — Riford/La Jolla Branch Library. (Noon)
• Fun & Games for Seniors — Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. (12:30 p.m.)
• LEGO Play Lab — College Rolando Branch Library. (3:30 p.m.)
• Pajama Storytime — Rancho Peñasquitos Library. (6:30 p.m.)
• Creative Writing for Adults — College Rolando Branch Library. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Beautiful boy finds a home: "After 129 days in our care, Tigris is happily heading in his new home — and his adopters were thrilled to welcome this beautiful boy to the family. Our staff are celebrating his adoption with hearts full of love and joy. Here's to holiday wishes coming true!" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Waiting for you: "Will you be the one to love Baby Girl, actually? This perfect pittie is dreaming of a certain holiday classic – but her love story stars her and YOU. (Spoiler alert: this one has a happily ever after!) Baby Girl (602514) is currently staying a foster home while she waits for you to knock on her door and find true love, actually. Can you make Baby Girl's holiday dreams a reality?" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Spreading holiday cheer: "Happy Holidays from Eastern Division! We had a great time today with Santa and the Grinch as we handed out dozens of gifts to the community. It was a joy to spread some holiday cheer. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season." (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)
• Cozy up with a good book: "#OdiTheCoyote got their own stocking this year! ❤️ Wishing everyone a wonderful Season’s Readings. Hope you find the time to read, relax, and cozy up with a good book.." (San Diego Central Library via Facebook)

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— Bettyann Pernice

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