Up Next… An Evening of Holiday Magic! 🎄

We’re so excited to invite you to our

23rd Annual Gala — An Evening of Holiday Magic!

It’s a heartwarming night filled with fun, friendship, and purpose, all in support of bringing joy to children spending their holidays in the hospital—and to their siblings, too.

This year, we’re thrilled to debut our brand-new Holiday Magic CD recording, filled with stories and songs created to lift spirits and spread kindness. By joining us, you’re not just attending a celebration—you’re helping us share that magic far and wide.

Here’s what’s in store for the evening:
✨ Silent Auction – Bid on some amazing items and experiences.
🎅 Photos with Santa – Capture the moment (and maybe a few fun Boomerangs!).
🎤 Live Performances – Enjoy uplifting entertainment from our talented CD performers.
🍝 Culinary Delights – Indulge in gourmet Italian favorites and drinks from our wonderful hosts at Tavola Nostra Pizzeria & Cucina, while connecting with other supporters and community friends.

📅 Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
🕔 5:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Tavola Nostra Pizzeria & Cucina, Hillcrest

Tickets will be available soon—so keep an eye out! We can’t wait to celebrate another magical year with you.

With gratitude,
The Children’s Holiday Magic Project Team

THE HIKE FOR HOLIDAY MAGIC-7 BRIDGES, FALL EDITION

WAS A SUCCESS, AND A LOT OF FUN! THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED,

CROSSED THE 7-BRIDGES AND HELPED US EXCEED OUR FUNDRAISING GOAL.

PLAN TO JOIN US IN THE SPRING! DETAILS COMING SOON.

SEE THE GALLERY FOR MORE PHOTOS! CLICK HERE...

San Diego’s 7 Bridges

Urban hike through charming San Diego neighborhoods

This easy 5-mile urban hike spans some of the city’s finest canyons, parks, museums, and more

Bring the family...and Fido is welcome too!

Hello from Jeffery the Surfer Care Deer and friends!

Heads up: we will have our Spring Edition CHMP 7-Bridges Fundraising hike/walk on Saturday, TBA, 2026, to benefit children spending their holidays in a children’s hospital. At the end of the hike/walk, everyone can enjoy the complimentary delicious pizza provided by Tavola Nostra Pizzeria & Cucina in Hillcrest.

Early Bird pricing includes: a single-person ticket for $30, or a family/group 4 pack of tickets for $65! (THE BEST DEAL) That’s $10 off for each type of ticket! Registered hikers will receive an official t-shirt, a link to Jeffery's audio tour, a map, and a pizza party wristband, plus other surprises.

Bring the kids! Bring the dogs! Bring your cat or feathered friends. Bring friends and family, and work colleagues.

We hope to see you there! If you are unable to make the hike, please consider donating any amount so we can help more children have smiles during the holidays!

Proceeds benefit children at Children's Hospitals.

A Little more about the Bridges...

While you’re enjoying the hike, you can listen to Jeffery the Surfer Care Deer’s 7-Bridges audio tour with a brief history of each bridge as you begin to cross it. You’ll get the details and link when you register online.

The 7-Bridges Hike is one of San Diego’s most popular and easiest hikes. This 5-mile urban hike will take you through several San Diego neighborhoods. Our first bridge on our fundraising walk is the Vermont Street Bridge, as we will be in downtown Hillcrest. Try not to be distracted by all the shops and dining opportunities available to you!

From here, you will go to the Georgia Street Bridge. Look down at the traffic while you cross from Hillcrest into North Park. We will continue to our next bridge, the Park Blvd Bridge. Stop and smell the roses, literally, as you pass the Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden. Wander through beautiful Balboa Park, which is home to many wonderful museums and architecture! Did you know that each Tuesday, several museums offer free admission?

Our next bridge is the Cabrillo Bridge, which was built in 1914 for the Panama-America Exposition. Here you will be leaving Balboa Park and will cross the First Avenue Bridge. The First Avenue Bridge will take you through downtown. Did you know that this bridge is the only steel-arch bridge in San Diego and was built in 1905?

Our next stop will be the 236-foot-long, wooden-trestle Quince Street Bridge. This is one of the hike’s most scenic bridges. Your next and final stop before we walk back to Tavola Nostra Pizzeria & Cucina (in the same center as we began) for our pizza party is the Spruce Street Bridge. Prepare for a gentle swaying motion as you cross the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge. This bridge is an extremely popular selfie location. Please tag your pictures with #HikeforHolidayMagic. Make sure you wear comfortable hiking/walking shoes, bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and a hat if needed.

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