Brighten a child’s holiday season while enjoying high tea. This December, The Peninsula Beverly Hills will host a series of festive events aimed at supporting child literacy and local charities.

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Enjoy a holiday-themed afternoon tea and take in the atmosphere as you sip tea by the hotel’s Living Room fireside. Treats include an eggnog macaron, gingerbread truffle, and peppermint and chocolate financier. A portion of the proceeds from afternoon teas in December will be donated to Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles and the Literally Healing Program, which specially selects books that lift the spirits of children during their stay at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Additionally, “Stories from the Tree” will bring the festive season to life at The Peninsula through six colorful characters, including the gingerbread man and nutcracker, that will adorn the giant Christmas tree in the hotel’s grand lobby. To bring some Christmas magic back to guests’ homes, these six plush toys will be available for guest purchase with $5 of each purchase being donated to Make-A-Wish. 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., (310)551-2888