Are we ready?  Because it’s going to be BUSY! …

Thurs., Dec. 2

• Art Bender: The last Art Bender starts today at the Gallery at the End of the World, 2475 N. Lake, with an artist’s reception, 6-9 PM.

Fri., Dec. 3

• Last day to turn in canned goods to the Library in lieu of library fines to benefit the Altadena Sheriff’s Station toy and food drive, Altadena Library, 600 E. Mariposa.
• Christmas in Altadena: St. Mark’s School and Jacob Maarse Florists in a fundraiser for the 50th anniversary of St. Mark’s School, 6-9 PM.
• The Art Bender continues at the Gallery at the End of the World with First Friday Art Club, 7 PM-1 AM, $5 cover
• “Hundred Milers at the Finish,” opening reception for Larry Gassan’s series of photos of ultramarathoners, 7-10 PM,  Altadena Junction, 2524-2526 El Molino Ave..

Sat., Dec. 4

• Odyssey Charter School fundraiser, 8 AM-2 PM, 724 W. Altadena Dr.
• Altadena Sheriff’s Station Tour of Altadena Bike Ride, starts at Loma Alta Park, 9-11 AM.  Benefits the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Charitable Giving Campaign.
• Open Studio Holiday Boutique at 470 W. Mariposa, noon to 6 PM.  Holiday fare will be served and the works of local artisans on display.
• Art Bender potluck at Gallery at the End of the World, starts at noon.
• “Christmas in Altadena” continues at St. Mark’s School (see Friday’s entry)
• North Lake Pole Celebration, 4-9 PM.  Join the merchants of North Lake Ave. in a celebration of the season, including a sledding hill with real snow, a petting zoo, music, and food.
• Selah Gospel Choir in concert at Altadena Community Church, 943 E. Altadena Dr., starting at 7:30 PM.

Sun. Dec. 5

• Art Bender concludes with brunch, starting at noon, at the Gallery at the End of the World.
• Open Studio Holiday Boutique continues at 470 W. Mariposa, noon to 6 PM.  Holiday fare will be served and the works of local artisans on display.
• Selah Gospel Choir concert matinee, starting at 4:30 PM at Altadena Community Church (see Saturday’s entry).