The Surf City Guru: February 2008

Friday, February 29, 2008

Surfing Sounds Exhibit

Description: Features the works and memorabilia of The Beach Boys. Learn about this top-selling band worldwide who brought a sound that lives today.
Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Cost: $2/donation, Kids $1.
Tel.: 714-960-3483.
Website: www.surfingmuseum.org
Location: H.B. International Surfing Museum, 411 Olive Ave.

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National Professional Paintball League

Description: Huntington Beach will be the first stop of the 2008 National Professional Paintball League Super 7 Series. The public can watch 220 of the top teams from around the world compete on the beach and attend the interactive trade village which includes products and incredible deals on paintball supplies.
Dates: (March 28th, 29th,& 30th)
Date: March 28, 2008
Tel.: 909-230-4388.
Time: 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, except Sunday’s competition ends by 5:00 PM.
Location: South of Huntington Beach Pier.

Vans’ Pier Classic

Description: This surfing event is an Association of Surfing Professionals World Qualifying Series two star men's rated event and two star women's rated event. This is an action-packed event you won't want to miss.

Dates: March 26th to March 30th
Tel.: 562-565-8495.
Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Cost: Free for spectators.
Website: www.vans.com/vans/events/event.asp?id=28586&tour=55
Location: South of Huntington Beach Pier.

Easter Champagne Brunch

Description: Celebrate Easter at Old World Village. Enjoy all-you-can-eat brunch and unlimited champagne. There is limited availability so make your reservations now.
Tel.: 714-895-8020.
Website: www.oldworld.ws
Cost: $18.95 for adults, seniors $16.95 and children 12 and under $9.95. Location: Old World Village Restaurant, 7561 center Ave.

Art Show - Milford Zornes "American Artist" 100th Birthday Exhibition

Description: Oil Paintings that have never been exhibited will be on display.

Starting Date: March 15, 2008
Time: 1:00 to 10:00 PM.
Tel.: 562-592-4393 or 562- 592-4393.
Location: Anderson Gallery, 16812 P.C. Hwy., Sunset Beach (next to Captain Jack's).

A Magical Night of Art

Description: Fundraiser for Edison High School Band Boosters includes affordable art sales to raise money for the Edison High School Band, who will perform during the event. Johnny Ace Palmer will also be featured with his magic act.

Time: Art preview, doors open at 6:00 PM; Dinner at 7:00 PM and auction at 8:00 PM.
Tel.: 714-378-0307.
Tickets: $50/person. Please make checks payable to: EHS Band Boosters, PO Box 6966, HB, CA 92615.
Location: The Rose Center, 14140 All American Way, Westminster.

Annual Wavecrest Beach Cruiser Meet

Description: The Annual Huntington Beach Cruiser Meet is open to all "Beachcruisin" vehicles manufactured through 1970. If you hauled your board, buddies or babe to the beach in it, then it's a beachcruiser. Open to all station wagons, sedan deliveries, convertibles, VW transporters, nomads, woodies, pick-ups and other similar vehicles of the era. Trophies will be awarded at this fun event for the entire family.
Date: March 8 & 9, 2008
Time: 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Tel.: 949-650-1322
Location: Pier Plaza, 400 Pacific Coast Hwy. (approximate address).

Play - The Treasure of the Sierra Madre

Description: Based on the masterpiece by B. Traven and set in 1930s Mexico, this stage adaptation follows two American men as they struggle to find an illusive treasure. Watch as greed and material desire disgrace even the most honorable of men in this thrilling adventure.
Dates: March 7 Through March 16, 2008
Tel.: 714-895-8150.
Website: www.gwctheater.com.
Cost: $12 General, $10 Seniors, students & children under 12.
Location: Golden West College, 15744 Golden West St.

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Musical Sweet Charity

Description: The Broadway Classic Sweet Charity has played to audiences around the globe. In the Huntington Beach Academy for Performing Arts Production, the heroine Charity Hope Valentine dances, laughs and cries her way through a series of whirlwind romances, set to the backdrop of 1960s New York. If My Friends Could See Me Now, the choral extravaganza Rhythm of Life and the classic Hey, Big Spender, plus a script by Neil Simon and music by Cy Coleman capture the essence, the sounds and rhythm of New York City.

Opening: March 7, 2008
Cost: $18 Adults, $13 Students and Seniors. Reserved seats available for musicals only.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Box Office Tel.:714-793-1150, ext. 1.
Location: Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster.

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Surf City's 17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Description: The Huntington Beach Kiwanis Club and the City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department present the annual Easter Hunt in Huntington Central Park. Bring the kids to this free hunt. Children with disabilities will start the hunt at 9:30 AM. After which the hunt will be open to children age 2 and under at 10:00 AM; children age 3 & 4 at 10:30 AM; ages 5 & 6 at 11:00 AM and those ages 7 & 8 at 11:30 AM. There will be crafts, game booths, entertainment and much more.
Date: March 21, 2008
Location: Huntington Central Park, 6622 Lakeview Drive.

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Huntington Beach Host Lions Club - Starts New 12 Noon Branch!

Description: If you’re interested in serving your community, join us and learn what Lions do in our communities, states, nation and world. This will be the very first meeting of this newly formed lunch-time branch of the HB Host Lions club.
For more information call Leonard Gleason at Tel.: 714-375-7147.
Location: La Chosa Mexican Restaurant, 7402 Edinger Ave.

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Bingo at The Beach

(Every week on Tuesdays)
Description: "Bingo At The Beach" benefits a wide variety of athletic and scholastic activities for the students of Huntington Beach High School.
Times: Doors open at 5:15 PM; early bird game at 6:15 PM.
The Main game starts at 7:00 PM.
Cost: $1 for each card or $3 for 4 cards.
Payouts for games are $250 (all prices subject to change).
Location: Huntington Beach High School, 1905 Main Street.

Young Children's Events in Huntington Beach

Tabby Storytime Theater (Usually Held Every Monday)
Description: Family fun at the HB Central Library, appropriate for all ages.
Time: 2:00 PM.
Cost: Free.
Tel: (714) 375-5107.
Location: H.B. Central Library 7111 Talbert Avenue.

Laptime Storytime (Usually Held Every Monday)
Description: Looking for something fun to do to start off the week? Come see Miss Susan at the library for music, stories, puppets and more. Laptime Storytime is geared towards youngsters ages 18 months to three years.
Time: 9:15 to 10:00 AM.
Tel.: 714-375-5006.
Event Cost: Free.
Location: Helen Murphy Branch, 15882 Graham St.

Preschool Storytime (Usually Held Every Monday)
Description: Looking for something fun to do to start off the week? Come see Miss Susan at the library for music, stories, puppets and more.
Event Cost: Free.
Tel.: 714-375-5006.
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Location: Helen Murphy Branch, 15882 Graham St.

Kids Klub At Bella Terra (Usually Held Every Monday)
Description: A popular event, aimed at entertaining young children with story-telling, jugglers and musicians, is a great way for parents to spend the afternoon with their child. Children can enjoy the show, and afterwards parents can enjoy a little adult time shopping at all the unique Bella Terra shops and boutiques. Free coupons and gifts are given at the end of each show.
Tel: 714-897-2534.
Time: 11:00 AM.
Event Cost: Free.
Website: www.bellaterra-hb.com
Location: Bella Terra Amphitheatre, 7777 Edinger Ave.

Four Seasons Surf City Boutique

Description: Upscale Home Decor, Holiday Paper Products, Floral Designs, Kids' Toys and Holiday Decor will be sold at deeply discounted prices to raise money for Canine Companions for Independence organization.
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Date: March 2, 2008
Location: Villa Pacific Community Association Clubhouse, 9933 Villa Pacifica Drive.

Play - The Good Doctor

Description: This Broadway hit offers hilarious sketches that are composites of Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov, as well as various other entertaining vignettes. The stories are droll, the portraits affectionate, the humor infectious and the fun unending.
Date: March 1, Through March 9, 2008.
Tel.: 714-375-0696.
Website: www.hpph.com
Location: Huntington Beach Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave.

2008 Miss Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant

Description: The Women of Action / Sand Dollars of the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce invite you to attend or participate in the Miss Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant. This pageant is a part of the Miss America Organization and a preliminary to the Miss California Pageant. 11 wonderful contestants will sing, dance, act and answer important questions to vie for a slice of Surf City history. The Pageant will also feature raffle prizes including a signed guitar by Dean Torrance of "Jan & Dean" fame.
Date: March 1, 2008
Cost: $20.
Time: 6:30 PM.
Tel.: 714-536-2054 or 714-962-8518.
Website: www.misshb.org.
Location: Dwyer Middle School, 1502 Palm Ave. Huntington Beach, CA.

HB Host Lions Club - Crabfest 2008

Description: The Huntington Beach Lions Club is hosting their annual Crabfest to benefit Canine Companions for Independence and other local charities. This is an all-you-can-eat affair with entertainment, silent auction and opportunity drawing. Feast on Dungeness crab, shrimp, salad, bread, chowder and dessert.
Time: 4:00 PM.
Price: $40.
This event is being held On April 5th, however you must purchase your tickets before March 22nd.
Seating is limited and no tickets sold at the door!
Mail checks made payable to H.B. Host Lions Club, c/o Dick Sklar, 8121 Dartmoor, Drive, HB, CA 92646.
Location: Costa Mesa Senior Center, 695 W. 19th Street, Costa Mesa.

Friday, February 8, 2008

NSSA Southwest Conference’s Open Surfing Competition #8

The NSSA Southwest Conference services Southern California. The Southwest Conference regional office operates out of the NSSA National Office which is located in Huntington Beach. The conference conducts events from Santa Barbara to San Diego. The Southwest Conference is the largest membership conference in the NSSA. The Southwest Conference competition program is regarded by the surfing industry, surfing publications, etc., as the highest level of surfing competition in the western United States. Competitive membership in this conference is approximately 1000 members. Because of the level of competition and the high media exposure, competitors come from the entire state of California to compete in the Southwest Conference events. The Southwest Conference runs four separate competition formats each season.

Dates: (February 23rd & 24th)
Tel.: 714-378-0899
Time: 7:00 AM.
Event Cost: $45 per event and $255 per nine-man team.
Location: P.C.H. at 9th St.

Kite Party at Huntington Beach Pier

This Annual Kite Connection event invites the public to watch or come fly a kite.

Time: Daylight hours.
Tel.: (800) 431-3339.
Website: kiteconnection.com
Date: February 23, 2008
Location: H.B. Pier, 315 Pacific Coast Highway, H.B., CA. (North side)

Play - The Good Doctor

This Broadway hit offers hilarious sketches that are composites of Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov, as well as various other entertaining vignettes. The stories are droll, the portraits affectionate, the humor infectious and the fun unending. “There is much fun here. . . Mr. Simon’s comic fancy is admirable.” Please call for pricing and performance times.

Date: February 22, 2008
Tel.: 714-375-0696.
Website: www.hbph.com.
Location: H.B. Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave. H.B., CA 92647

(Performances Through March 9th)

Weiner National Dachshund Races

The 12th Annual Dachshund races are lively entertainment. The public can register their dachshunds to race. The procedure is to stand at the end of the gated track each dog is placed into and cajole their pet to run to you. The track is fairly short so the run is not strenuous for most pets.

Date: February 16, 2008
Time: 2:00 PM.
Tel.: (714) 898-5111.
Cost: $1 admission to watch.
Website: www. wienerdogstore.com
Location: Old World Village Restaurant, 7561 Center Ave., H. B., CA.

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Monthly Ballroom Dance

Adults of all ages are invited to attend the Huntington Beach Council on Aging Ballroom Dance.
Date: February 15, 2008
Tel: 714-536-9387.
Time: 7:30 to 10:30 PM.
Price: $5. Each event features live music, snacks and beverages.
Location: Rodgers Seniors' Center, 1706 Orange Avenue.
(Usually Held The 3rd Friday Of Each Month)

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Thursday, February 7, 2008

Relay For Life Kick Off Party

Learn about the Relay For Life event, raising money for the fight against cancer. There will be Complimentary Appetizers, No host cash bar. Get a sneak peek of the Relay Experience. Learn about becoming involved as a team captain in this 24 hour team event to fight cancer. Join the Relay Committee. Pick up Relay For Life materials (team captain kits, brochures, posters).
Date: February 15, 2008
Discounted parking $8 (normally $12).
Learn about American Cancer Society programs and services.

Romance at the Hilton

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, couples everywhere are rushing to create the perfect romantic affair. This year, the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort has come to the rescue by offering a decadent meal in celebration of Valentine's Day. The intoxicating meal will be accompanied by the sounds of a live smooth jazz duo. The price for this dining affair is $95 per person, or $190 per couple, including tax and gratuities.

Reservations are highly recommended.
Tel.: 714-845-8000.
Website: www.waterfrontbeachresort.hilton.com.
Location: Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy. H.B., CA 92648

Valentine's Day at SLOWfish

On Valentine's day treat your sweetie to a meal that is as healthy as it is scrumptious. Named for and honoring the principles of the slow food movement, Slow Fish Restaurant features healthy fare intended to "be savored" in an atmosphere as easy and friendly as its “surf city” neighborhood. Call ahead today for reservations.

Website: www.slowfishz.com
Tel.: 714-846-6951.
Location: SLOWfish Restaruant, 16051 Bolsa Chica St. H.B., CA 92649

Valentine's Day Gondola Cruizes

Sunset Gondola brings the romance and tradition of Venice, Italy to the canals of Sunset Beach and Huntington Harbour. Perfectly located on Pacific Coast Highway we are easily accessible from all over Los Angeles and Orange counties. Our commitment to service and the thousand year old rowing tradition of Venice ensures that your experience will be unforgettable. They also offer romantic sunset gondola cruises. These exquisite and authentic gondola tours are offered by world class gondoliers.
Tel.: 888-609-5665.
Location: Peter's Landing and Marina, 16370 Pacific Coast Highway.

Valentine's Day Dinner at Chimayo

Description: Enjoy a romantic three-course Valentine's day dinner at Chimayo - this is the perfect place to celebrate with your loved one. Also, ladies will receive a long stem rose.

Reservations are now being accepted.
Event Cost: $65 per person.
Tel.: 714-374-7273
Website: www.culinaryadventures.com
Location: Chimayo Restaurant, 315 Pacific Coast Hwy. H.B., CA 92648

Toddler Storytime

Description: Join Miss Lonna every Wednesday morning for Toddler Storytime, geared towards children ages three to five.

Date: February 13, 2008
Event Cost: Free.
Starting Time: 10:30 AM.
Tel.: 714-897-8781.
Website: www.bn.com
Location: Barnes & Noble, 7881 Edinger Ave., H.B., CA 92647.

Held Every Wednesday During February!

Laptime Storytime

Description: Looking for something fun to do to start off the week? Come see Miss Susan at the library for musics, stories, puppets and more. Laptime storytime is geared towards youngsters ages 18 months to three years.

Time: 9:15 to 10:00 AM.
Tel.: 714-375-5006
Event Cost: Free.
Location: Helen Murphy Branch, 15882 Graham St. H.B., CA 92649

Held Every Monday During February

Preschool Storytime

Description: Looking for something fun to do to start off the week? Come see Miss Susan at the library for musics, stories, puppets and more.
Date: February 11, 2008
Event Cost: Free.
Tel.: 714-375-5006.
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Location: Helen Murphy Branch, 15882 Graham St. H.B., CA 92649
Held Every Monday During February!

Clifford The Big Red Dog

Description: Clifford the Big Red Dog comes to Barnes & Noble for a visit and special storytime in the children's department. Parents will not want to forget their camera.

Date: February 9, 2008
Time: 11:00 AM.
Event Cost: Free
Tel.: 714-897-8781
Location: Barnes & Noble, 7881 Edinger Ave., H.B., CA 92647

Saxophonist Euge Groove

Description: Celebrate Valentine's Day with the soulful grooves of this incredible saxophonist. Dinner is available for all seats. Dinner service is at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Also note that all proceeds are donated to children with autism and other children's charities.

Date: February 9, 2008
Event Cost: Tickets range from $45 - $95.
Tel.: 714-377-7574.
Location: H.B. Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave.

NSSA Southwest College Team Surfing Competition #4

Description: The NSSA Southwest Conference services Southern California. The Southwest Conference regional office operates out of the NSSA National Office which is located in Huntington Beach. The conference conducts events from Santa Barbara to San Diego. The Southwest Conference is the largest membership conference in the NSSA. The Southwest Conference competition program is regarded by the surfing industry, surfing publications, etc., as the highest level of surfing competition in the western United States. Competitive membership in this conference is approximately 1000 members. Because of the level of competition and the high media exposure, competitors come from the entire state of California to compete in the Southwest Conference events. The Southwest Conference runs four separate competition formats each season.

Date: February 9, 2008
Tel.: 714-378-0899
Time: 7:00 AM.
Event Cost: $45 per event and $255 per nine-man team.
Location: P.C.H. at 9th St.

HB Chamber of Commerce Winner’s Circle Breakfast

A large networking breakfast meeting featuring a different guest speaker each month. A buffet-style breakfast will be served, plus great door prizes & 50/50 drawings. Please call For reservations!

Date: February 8, 2008
Tel.: 714-536-8888.
Time: 7:30 to 9:00 AM. $20. for Pre-Paid Members, $25 for Non-Members & Members paying at the door.
Location: Seacliff Country Club, 6501 Palm 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!

Valentine Tea Celebration

The Huntington Beach Friends of the Library annual Valentine Romance Authors' Tea features three authors. Loraine Despres' latest "The Bad Behavior of Belle Cantrell" is witty, wild, and wise. Mary Castillo gives her romance novels an original voice with a Latin flair. Mary's latest is "Switchcraft". Donna Bevans draws on her professional career of psychotherapy in "Whatever It Takes", a mystery about Psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Wing. The doors will open and 1:30 and tea will be served at 2 pm. followed by the authors' lectures.

Date: February 7th, 2008
Time: Doors Open at 1:30 PM and Tea is served at 2:00 PM.
Cost: $20 per person. Please prepay by Feb. 4th by sending a check to: FOTL Programs, 7111 Talbert Ave., H.B., CA. 92648-1232 or delivered in person to the Friends Gift Shop at the Central Library.
Location: H.B. Central Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Ave.

Chinese New Year Noodle Making Demonstration

(Friday, Sat. & Sun.) February 7th & 8th , 2008

Celebrate the "Year of the Rat" this Chinese New Year by taking in demonstrations of the ancient art form of Chinese noodle-making. There is no purchase necessary to see this historic custom at Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant. Additionally, all egg roll sales during the month of February will be donated to help women and children through the Soroptomist International of Huntington Beach. Tel.: 714-848-6088
Location: Ruby Palace Chinese Restaurant, 18330 Beach Blvd. H.B. CA 92647

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!