The Surf City Guru: 2008

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Lions Surf City Splash 2009

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Have Your Thanksgiving Feast Created by Erika's Catering Company of Huntington Beach

Why Cook This Thanksgiving?
Give Erika’s Catering Company A Call! Erika offers delicious fully-prepared holiday meals delivered to your home or office. If you want to impress your holiday guests or employees this year, give Erika a call today at: 714-596-3797. Website: www.ErikasCatering.com Serving the Huntington Beach Area.

Four Seasons Boutique

Description: A fundraising Holiday Boutique featuring upscale home decor items, holiday paper products, children's toys. All major holiday themes. Deeply discounted prices. Up to 90% off. Gift wrapping services available. Benefiting Canine Companions for Independence.
Sponsored by the H.B. Host Lions Club.
Dates: November 22-23, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Tel.: 714-349-7706 (ask for Lee Love)
Location: Villa Pacific Community Clubhouse, 9933 Villa Pacific Dr.

Orange County Multi Chamber Mixer

Description: Join 14 chambers, including Huntington Beach, for this large mixer. Come out and mingle with fellow local business people.
Date: November 12, 2008
Time: 5:30 PM.
Tel. 949-727-0555.
Location: Dave & Busters, Irvine Spectrum, 71 Fortune Dr., Suite #960.

Play - Lady Pirates of Caribbean

Description: Sister Benedict enlists the help of lawless lady pirates saving the lives of orphan children whose gold doubloons sent by the Queen are stolen. Pirate Esmerelda pledges to recover the gold and save the day.
Dates: November 11-23,2008
Tel.: 714-375-0696.
Location: Huntington Beach Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave.

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Altera Real Estate aflliates with LeadingRE

Stephanie and I are proud to announce that effective October 1, 2008 Altera Real Estate, formerly RE/MAX Real Estate Services, became an affiliate of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®(LeadingRE).

LeadingRE is the largest network of top independent local and regional brand-name brokerage firms in the residential sector of real estate. There are nearly 700 firms affiliated with LeadingRE who are represented by 5,500 offices and 170,000 associates in 38 countries worldwide. With $370 billion in sales, it does more real estate business than any other franchise in the world.

While our company name may have changed, we would like to assure you that our commitment to serve our clients with professional expertise in residential real estate, and global relocation remains unchanged. You can trust that your referrals will always be handled with professionalism, integrity and a strong work ethic.

As Altera Real Estate associates we promise you that your referred friends, family and clients will benefit from the resources of the LeadingRE family of companies, with the added value of working with a local, family owned company with a tradition of integrity, hard work and innovation that has stood the test of time for nearly a quarter of a century.

Monday, September 1, 2008

Pacific Islander Festival

Description: Featuring the cultural traditions, performances and the arts of the Pacific Islands: Hawaii, Sāmoa, Tonga, Tahiti, Aoteroa (Polynesia), Guam, Northern Marianas, Marshall Islands (Micronesia), Fiji (Melanesia). Presenting Island Villages with cultural demonstrations” live hand-on arts projects” coconut and pandanus plaiting (weaving), lei making, tapa making and designing, drumming, chants, music, story-telling, cultural artifact exhibits, traditional protocol and island ceremony along with authentic island performance on center stage: chants, songs, music, dances, traditional costumes and accessories of the Pacific Islands. Enjoy the foodways and cuisines of the Pacific served throughout this weekend inter-generation family gathering.

Dates: September 20th & 21st
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Cost: Free
Location: H.B. Central Park,7111 Talbert, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

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Altera Real Estate - Huntington Beach Office

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Surf City USA - Green Expo

Description: The Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce and the city of Huntington Beach Economic Development Department will sponsor the first Green Expo, “It’s Easy to be Green in Huntington Beach.”
Date: September 20, 2008Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: free admission
Tel.: 714-536-8888 (For vendor opportunities ask for Joyce or Perry!)
Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA

Surf City USA - Taste of New Zealand

Description: 2nd Annual event in downtown Huntington Beach features themed foods and entertainment from New Zealand.
Cost: Free admission
Date: September 20, 2008
Time: Daily
Contact: (714) 536-5542

Surf City's 11th Annual O.C.S.P.C.A.'s Walk for the Animals

Description: Over 400 animal lovers and dogs for a morning of fun at the 11th Annual Walk for the Animals to benefit the Orange County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Registration begins at 7:30 AM and the 2K/5K walk starts at 9:00 AM. Collect pledges and win prizes while raising funds to support our programs which directly benefit the animals. Activities following the walk include, entertainment by Disc Dogs in Southern California, dog contests, dozens of sponsors and vendor booths, a silent auction, Pick Your Prize drawing and many fantastic door prizes! Low cost AVID micro-chipping will also be available. The OC SPCA is a non-profit organization and depends on donations and events such as these. All funds raised from the walk help support the organization’s programs including veterinary care for sick and injured animals, subsidized spay/neuter, feral cat rescue, cruelty prevention through humane education in the classroom and pet-assisted therapy. Well-mannered dogs, on leashes, are welcomed to attend. No puppies under six months please!

Registration: $20.00 by September 6th and $25.00 thereafter. Kids under 12 are free. (Teams of five or more pay $15.00 each if pre-registered by September 6th.)

Date: September 14, 2008
Time: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Tel.: 714- 374-7738,
e-mail: ocspca@verizon.net
website: www.orangecountyspca.org
Location: H.B. Central Park East,7111 Talbert Ave.

Senior Saturday in Huntington Beach

Description: All seniors are invited to this fun event consisting of live music and over 70 sponsor booths with information, products and services. The event is hosted by The Huntington Beach Council on Aging. If possible, take advantage of the free shuttle service running from City Hall and Rodgers Seniors Center directly to the festival.
Date: September 13, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00
Cost: Breakfast and lunch available at $2
Tel.: (714) 536-9387
Location: Pier Plaza, Pacific Coast Highway at Main St., Huntington Beach, CA.

H.B. High School Pep Club Classic Car & Motorcycle Show 2008

Description: Huntington Beach High School's Pepster Cheer Club will hold their 2nd annual car and motorcycle show. There will be a raffle, music and food. To enter a car or motorcycle into the show, please visit the Pepster's website for more information. All proceeds benefit the HBHS Cheer Program.
Date: September 13, 2008
Times: Car entry is at 7:00 AM, gates open at 9:00 AM
Cost: Admission is free.
Website: www.hbhspepsters.com
Location: HB High School, 1905 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA.

Surf City USA's "Patriot Day Cermony" 2008

Description: A Patriot Day Ceremony will be held at Huntington Beach Pier Plaza to remember those involved in the tragedy of September 11, 2001 and to commemorate the efforts of those who risked their lives. The valor, dedication, and heroism of Veterans, members of the Fire Department, and members of the Police Department will be acknowledged and commended by American Legion, Huntington Beach Post 133, Fire Chief Duane Olson, and Police Chief Kenneth Small.

Date: September 11, 2008
Time: 6:000 PM
Tel.: 714-536-3855
Location: Pier Plaza, 405 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, CA 926

The So Cal Independent Film Festival

Description: After three successful runs in Huntington Beach since 2005, with personal appearances by Andy Dick and others, the SoCal Independent Film Festival is back for 2008. This film festival brings unique and entertaining movies that truly are independent; featuring the next generation of stars and entertainers. T-shirt mandatory...tie optional!
Dates: September 9th to 14th
Event Cost: $6
Tel.: 800-714-4976
Location: H. B. Public Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Huntington Beach Surfing Museum's
12th Annual Surfin' Sundays Concert Series

Description: 12th Annual Surfin' Sundays Concert Series at the Huntington Beach Surfing Museum! All concerts take place in the museum parking lot unless otherwise noted.
Performance Dates & Bands:
September 7th - Wadadli Riders and The Detonators
September 14th - Chum, and the Black Widows
September 21st - Goofyfoots, and Doug Aplleton's Tsunamiblue
Concert Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free.
Website: surfingmuseum.org
Location: Huntington Beach Surf Museum, 411 Olive, Huntington Beach, CA.

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714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
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Each office independently owned and operated

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BB JAZZ Festival - Concert in the Park

Description: Enjoy a day of music from leading recording artists at the 6th Annual BB Jazz Festival. Growing in size and popularity, this concert brings the best "smooth jazz" performers, including Rahsaan Patterson, Najee, Maysa, Michael Lington, Chuck Loeb, Philippe Saisse, Brian Bromberg and many more yet to be announced to Surf City's beautiful Central Park for a special one-time only appearance. The event proceeds benefit children with Autism.

Date: September 6, 2008
Cost: $45 for lawn seating, $205 for VIP w/meal and table seating close to stage.
Time: Noon to 9:00 PM (approx.)
Tickets: www.bbjazz.com
Location: HB Central Park, 7771 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.
behind Central Library)

Bella Terra's Amphitheater Events - September 2008

Description: The Bella Terra Amphitheater adds more “Surf City” fun. All events are free and held in the Bella Terra amphitheater outside Century Theatres. Most convenient parking is in the parking garage behind Century Theatres. For more information visit www.bellaterra-hb.com.

Sept. 5th, 7:00-9:00 PM: Golden West Posps Concert Band
Sept. 6th, 6:00-9:00 PM: The Silverados (Classic Rock w/a touch of Country)
Sept. 12th, 7:00-9:00 PM: Whiskey Tango (Classic Rock)
Sept. 13th, 6:00-8:00 PM: Huntington Beach Concert Band
Sept. 19th, 7:00-9:00: PM: Don Covel (Pop Singer, Guitarist)
Sept. 20th, 6:00-9:00 PM: The Ho-Dads (Best Party Band in the Universe)
Sept. 26th, 6:00-9:00 PM: Bruce Pulcini (Sinatra, Martin, Bennet and More!)
Sept. 27th, 6:00-9:00 PM: Hot August Night(Tribute to Neil Diamond)

Tel.: 714-897-2534
Location: 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.

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Boardfest 2008

Description: All Girls Surfing, Skateboarding event. Free concerts, free games,booths, and competition with top female athletes in beach sports such as surfing and skateboarding.
Dates: September 1, 2008
Time: Daily begins at 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Festival is open to the public, free. Live entertainment starts daily at 10:00 AM
Website: www.boardfest.com
Location: South side of Huntington Beach Pier on the beach, Huntington Beach, CA.

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Play - Night of January 16th

Description: Since it's original Broadway success in 1935, this courtroom drama has gripped its audience. The factual evidence of the defendant's guilt or innocence is evenly balanced to make either verdict possible. Please call the box office for tickets and times.
Date: Through September 7, 2008
Tel.: 714-375-0696
Website: www.hbph.com
Location: HB Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave. Huntington Beach, CA 92647

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Sunday, August 17, 2008

Kid’s Club at Bella Terra Shopping Center

Description: Grab the kids and come out and play at Bella Terra! Enjoy free children's activities and entertainment in the Bella Terra amphitheater, just outside of Century Theaters. From puppets to storytellers, jugglers to magicians, Bella Terra offers wholesome fun for pre-schoolers and their adults! Kids Club events are held every Monday.
Show Times: 10:30 to 11:00 AM.
Aug. 4th, Singer Dan Crow will perform
Aug. 11th, Russian Circus will perform *** Tim and Boris return to Bella Terra with a Circus Tent full of fun!
Aug. 18th, Ken Frawley will Rock out with an audience participation sing-along.
Aug. 25th, Magician Stoil Stoilov will perform One of Bella Terra's most popular shows. Stoil will create magic with some help from his audience.
Location: Bella Terra Amphitheater,

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Boardfest All Girls Surfing and Skateboarding Event

Description: Free concerts, free games, booths, and competition with top female athletes in beach sports such as surfing and skateboarding. Time: Daily begins at 9:00 AM. to 5:00 PM. Live entertainment starts daily at 10:00 AM.
Date: August 30, 2008Cost: Festival is open to the public, free.
Website: www.boardfest.com
Location: South side of Huntington Beach Pier.

Civil War Re-enactment and Encampment

Description: Live canon battles, camps, actors in costume and food vendors. Schedule: Saturday, Sept. 1:00 – 10:00 PM. Opens, 1:30 p.m. battle; living history weapons demo at 2:30 PM, final battle at 4:00 PM, twilight concert to follow. Sunday, Sept. 2 - Church service at 8:00 AM., camp opens at 9:00 AM., first battle at 11:00 AM, weapons demo at Noon, 2nd battle at 2:00 PM.
Date: August 30, 2008
Tel.: Call Kelly at 714-969-8928
E-mail: Hbhistory@aol.com
Location: HB Central Park, 7111 Talbert Ave.

Plum Festival at Old World Village

Description: Live Music with plum dishes such as the delicious dessert, Pflaumenkuchen (plum cake), Food and Bounce House for the Kids. No cover charge.
Date: August 24, 2008
Time: 2:00 – 6:00 PM.
Tel.: 714-647-7107.
Website: www.oldworld.ws
Location: 7561 Center Avenue #49

Adventure Playground at Huntington Beach Central Park

Description: Kids can raft on a small pond, navigate a rope bridge, go down a mud slide or build forts at Adventure Playground, just like Huck Finn or Tom Sawyer. Children must wear tennis shoes and be prepared to get dirty. Adventure playground offers a shower and changing area, so please bring extra clothes, a bag and a towel, as kids will get dirty. Best suited for kids ages 5 to 12 years, Adventure Adventure Playground is also open for birthday parties and other events.
For group reservations, please Tel.: 714-842-7442.
Event Cost: $2 per child with proof of residency. $3 per child for non-residents.
Dates: Through August 18, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Tel.: 714-842-4481.
Location: Central Park, 7111 Talbert Ave.
Directions: Adventure Playground is located beside the Huntington Beach Central Library & Cultural Center off Talbert Avenue between Goldenwest and Gothard Streets.

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Surf City Grunion Runs

Description: Grunion (Leuresthes tenuis) are members of the New World silversides family, Atheriniopsidae, along with the jacksmelt and topsmelt. They normally occur from Point Conception, California, to Point Abreojos, Baja California. Occasionally, they are found farther north to Monterey Bay, California and south to San Juanico Bay, Baja California. During the open season a fishing license is required for persons 16 years and older to capture grunion. Grunion may be taken or captured by bare hands only. No gloves or nets can be used. No holes may be dug in the beach to entrap them. There is no limit, but take only what you can use. It is unlawful to waste fish. With these regulations, the resource seems to be maintaining itself at a fairly constant level.

Dates/Times: Friday, Aug. 1st (9:50-11:50 PM), Saturday, Aug. 2nd (10:35-12:35 AM), Sunday, Aug. 3rd (11:15-1:15 AM). Saturday, Aug. 16th (9:35 -11:35 PM), Sunday, Aug. 17th (10:10 PM - 12:10 AM), Saturday, Aug. 30th (9:40 -11:40 PM), Sunday, Aug. 31st (10:20 PM - 12:20 AM).

Friday, July 11, 2008

H.B. Summer Concerts In The Park

Description: The Orquesta Charangoa favoring a lighter, more elegant sound, Orquesta Charangoa is the modern version of a typical Cuban charanga - a tropical ensemble that combines joyous violins with acrobatic flute solos, creating an ever sunny and smiling sound.
Date: July 27, 2008
Location: 18000 Goldenwest St. (Center of park)

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S3 Supergirl Jam - Female Surf and Skate Competition

Description: Top female skateboarders, snowboarders, inline skaters and surfers from all over the world will come together in Huntington Beach to shred a vert ramp, street course and a bowl (a new element for this year), alongside a Snowboard Rail (Yes, they're bringing snow to Huntington Beach). In addition to all the on-shore action, the Supergirl Junior Pro, officially sanctioned by the ASP, will crown the event's 18 year-old or younger female surfer.
Dates: July 25th through July 27th
Website: www.S3supergirljam.com
Location: Huntington Beach Pier, 315 Pacific Coast Hwy.

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Its a Bug's Life with Wild Wonder at the H.B. Library

Description: In celebration of our Summer Reading Program theme, "Catch the Reading Bug", join us as we explore the fascinating world of the six, eight and 400-legged creatures with which we share the planet and learn how they help us every day. Come see giant hissing cockroaches, millipedes, live butterflies, mantis and more!
Date: July 23, 2008
Event Cost: $3 Children, $5 Adults.
Tel.: (714) 375-5107
Website: www. www.hbpl.org
Location: The H.B. Public Library, 7111 Talbert Ave.

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Each office independently owned and operated

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Pier Plaza's Summer Sunday Concert Series

Description: A performance by Derryl Perry, featuring Country Music. These free concerts are sponsored by the City of Huntington Beach and include outdoor seating in the cement amphitheater and grass lawn. Bring blankets and chairs if you like. All Concerts Are FREE!
Date: July 20, 2008
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM.
Tel.: (714) 536-5486.
Location: Pier Plaza, Pacific Coast Hwy. & Main St.

Surfing Concert - Secret Samurai

Description: The Verbtones (from Oregon) and Jason Lee & The R.I.P. Tides will be featured in a free surf music concert at the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum.
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM.
Tel.: (714) 960-3483.
Website: www.surfingmuseum.org
Location: 411 Olive Ave.

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Red Buttons High 12 Club #755 - Dinner Meeting

Description: This casual dinner meeting is designed to enhance fellowship among members of the Masonic family. None members are also welcomed, however only those who have obtained the 3rd Degree of Masonry can Join.
Usually meets on the 3rd Friday of each month. For more information, call Raymond at 714-925-5361.
Time: 6:00 PM.
Current Location: Carrow's Restaurant, 16931 Magnolia St. HB, CA 92647.

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U.S. Open of Surfing and Beach Games

Description: Title Sponsor will hold the honor of their name on the Beach Games that include a mix of action sports super-stars of skate, bmx, and freestyle motocross. The U.S. Open of Suring invites top surfers to compete in a World Qualifying Series 6 star event, part of their world tour of surfing venues in which points are added from each competition stop, to pick the top surfers of the year later in the season. Musical artists, a week-long beach festival, Soul Bowl - Skateboarding - WCS Sanctioned, and vendor expos offer much for tourists to see and do.
Dates: July 18th through July 27th
Cost: Free admission.
Tel.: (310) 473-0411.
Website: www.usopenofsurfing.com
Location: South side of H.B. Pier, 315 Pacific Coast Highway (approx.).

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German American Heritage Day at Old World Village

Description: German American Brass Band and free food for the first 500 folks will be offered. A full bar and pay for meals and snacks are also available.
Dachshund Races add fun to the day and begin at 1:00 PM.
Date: July 13, 2008
Time: 2:00 – 6:00 PM.
Free admission. Tel.: (714) 647-7107.
Website: www.oldworld.ws
Location: 7561 Center Avenue #49.

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Blues and BBQ at the Hyatt Regency

Description: Pete’s Sunset Grille at The Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa is turning up the heat and the volume with their summer summertime Blues & BBQ Saturday night summer series.
Every Saturday through Aug. 30th)
Time: 7:00 to 10:00 PM.
Cost: $35Adults, $15 Children ages 5-10, 4 and under Free.
Tel.: (714) 845-4775.
Website: www.huntingtonbeach.hyatt.com
Location: H.B. Hyatt Regency, Pete's Sunset Grille, 21500 P.C. Hwy.

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Huntington Beach Pro Am Surfing Series Competition

Description: The public is invited to attend this exciting and popular Surf City sporting event taking place on Saturday and Sunday. It features professional surfers competing for prize money.
Date: June 12, 2008
Tel.: (714) 964-9976.
Website: www.hbsurfseries.com
Location: 901 Pacific Coast Hwy.

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Orange County Fair

Description: Fun for the whole family! The Orange County Fair, just minutes from Huntington Beach in Costa Mesa, offers concerts, live animals, rides, great food, performing arts and art exhibits. Park hours are generally Tuesday through Thursday, Noon to midnight and Friday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to Midnight.
(July 11th Through August 3, 2008)
Tel.: (714) 708-FAIR
Location: O.C. Fair & Exposition Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa.

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Play - Born to Ride the Waves

Description: This entertaining musical is inspired by real life events in Dana Point, CA. The musical details the the life of loner and champion surfer Tom Bannick as he finds his carefree world turned upside down by love and a demolition crew. (Through July 20, 2008)
Tel.: 714-375-0696
Location: H.B. Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave.

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Surfing Sounds Part II: Jan and Dean

Description: The International Surf Museum presents Surfing Sounds Part II: Jan and Dean. Featuring memorabilia from the band, plus original art by Huntington Beach resident Dean Torrence.
(Through July 31, 2008)
Tel.: (714) 714-960-3483.
Website: www.surfingmuseum.org
Location:411 Olive Ave.

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H.B. Chamber of Commerce - Networking Luncheon

Description: A networking lunch for members and prospective members. Includes a very nice buffet-style lunch, non-alcoholic beverages, and door prize drawings, plus a different guest speaker each meeting. Bring business cards, flyers and friends.
Tel: (714) 536-8888.
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Cost: Members $15, Non-Members $20 at the door. No Reservations Required! (Usually held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month)
July 2008 Location: Kona Polynesian Restaurant, 16278 South P.C.H. (Formerly known as Sam's Seafood)

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Surf City Netwalkers

Description: The H.B. Chamber of Commerce’s Health and Wellness Committee presents Netwalkers. They meet at the front door of the H.B. Central Library and then walk two laps around the central park. Each lap takes about 25 minutes. If you can only stay for one lap, that’s fine too. For more information contact Mike at 714-698-6453 or Jennifer at 714-378-7365. (Every Tuesday at 7:15 AM) Location: H.B. Central Library, 7111 Talbert Ave.

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The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Free Home-Buying Workshop

Description: An evening workshop-style seminar covering the entire process of buying a home. Topics Included: Tthe role of your realtor, lender, inspectors, escrow and title companies. How to find and choose the right home, different ways of taking title, taxes benefits of home ownership, how credit scores are determined and how to improve them. Learn about the new and improved home loan programs. The aspects of buying foreclosures and bank owned properties. Plus, each attendee receives a free copy of our complete home-buying manual.

Date: July 29, 2008.
Time: 6:30 to 9:00 PM. Refreshments Served!
Cost: FREE.
Registration: 6:15 PM. Reservations Required!
Tel. 1 (800)237-3390, Ext. 7265.
E-mail, Raymond and Stephanie Louison: soldonhb@yahoo.com.

Sponsored by: The Louison Team of RE/MAX Real Estate Services, Nelson Oterio of First Allied Financial Services, Janie McAthy of Tiempo Escrow Company, Bruce Walters of LandAmerica Lawyers Title Company, Steve Christy of ACE World-Wide Moving and Erica’s Catering Company.

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Aquabike or Aquathon for MS

Description: The Blazeman Foundation, Challenged Athletes Foundation, and The MS Society are hosting this event. Choice: Sprint, Olympic, ½ Aquabike up to Full Aquabike Distance. This is not a race, it is an event to raise money and awareness. There is no entry fee. All it takes to participate is a donation made easily through the website. You choose the distance, be it one to five pier swims and bike distances of 10, 25, 56, or 112 miles.
Date: June 29, 2008
Time: 7:00 AM.
Tel.: 714-965-3036.
Website: www.ocblazeman.com
Location: Huntington Beach Pier, 6th Street Parking Lot.

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Surfin' Sundays Band

Description: Reventlos will be performing a free concert.
Date: June 29, 2008
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM.
Cost: Free.
Website: www.surfingmuseum.org
Location: International Surfing Museum, 411 Olive St.

<p>This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Huntington Beach - Fountain Valley Chamber Mixer

Description: The Fountain Valley & Huntington Beach Chambers of Commerce are hosting a joint business mixer. Door prizes, Food and Beverages.
Cost: Free to members.
Date: June 26, 2008
Tel.: 714-536-8888.
Website: www.hbchamber.org
Location: Grocery Outlet, 17070 Magnolia, Fountain Valley, CA.
(Cross Street Warner)

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:
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Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Surf City's Summer Concerts in the Park

Description: This Sunday the H.B. Concert Band will play Americana and patriotic band favorites for everyone, with a tribute to Leroy Anderson.
Date: June 22, 2008
Time: 5:00 PM.
Cost: Free.
Location: Central Park, 18000 Goldenwest St.

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Surf City's American Cancer Society's Relay for Life

Description: Relay For Life is a 24-hour fundraising event for the American Cancer Society’s Fight Against Cancer. Teams form and acquire donations to participate. Great food and entertainment for the entire family! Opportunity drawings and more…

Website: www.relayforlife.org
Dates: June 21 & 22, 2008 (Saturday & Sunday)
Noon to Noon
Location: Ocean View High School, 17071 Gothard St..

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

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Play - Leading Ladies

Description: Directed by Tom Amen, British Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, find themselves down on their luck, when they hear that a wealthy widow in York, Pennsylvania is on her deathbed and is about to leave her fortune to her two long lost English nephews. Deciding to pass themselves off as the boys, they are determined to get her cash.
Cost: $12 General.
Date: June 20, 2008
Time: 7:30 PM.
Website: www.gwctheater.com
Location: Golden West College’s Mainstage Theater, 15744 Golden West Street.

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Civil War Round Table Lecture

Description: Beauvoir lecture with the theme, American Civil War history, is presented by Connie Moretti and sponsored by The Civil War Round Table of Orange County.
Time: Banquet room opens for dinner at 6:00 PM, lecture at 7:00 PM.
Date: June 17, 2008
Contact: Sweetsstar@aol.com.
Cost: Membership: $20 annual, plus dinner.
Location: Carrow’s Restaurant, 16931 Magnolia Ave.

This Surf City Lifestyles Tidbit was provided to you by the Surf City Guru and the Surf City Kahunas of Real Estate:

The Louison Team
Raymond and Stephanie Louison
714-925-5361 or 714-307-2934
http:www.soldonhb.com

REMAX Real Estate Services
Each office independently owned and operated

All information deemed reliable, however not guaranteed!

Monday, May 19, 2008

HHYC Summer Sailing Programs

Give your children the gift of a summer of fun,
while learning to sail.

The Huntington Harbour Yacht Club has terrific sailing programs for students six to eighteen. Students will learn the fundamentals of sailing, racing and sportsmanship. They will develop teamwork, independence, and confidence in an environment where water safety is our number one concern.
Our programs are open to members and non-members.

Parent’s Information Night: June 3rd at 7:00 PM.

Sailing Programs Start: July 1, 2008

Contact: Raymond Louison, Fleet Captain: 714-925-5361

Applications and more information available online at http://www.hhyc.org