Annual Events

Family Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Sa (Oct 23-Dec 20) from 10:30am to 11:15am
Ages: families with small children Admission Fees: free

Family Storytime
Bring the whole family to enjoy stories, crafts, and more. No registration required.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Location: Storytime Theater
10:30am - 11:15am
Scheduled every Saturday until December 20, 2008
See other events under Events for Kids

Farmer's Market
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Sa from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: PCH, north of Golden Latern

farmer's Market
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Sa from 9:00am to 1:00pm

Farmers market

Live Music Evenings
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Fri and Sa from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: FREE

The Bella Terra amphitheater is the perfect venue to enjoy live concerts under the sun and stars - taking advantage of Huntington Beach's endless summer! From jazz to rock, Latin to classical, our exciting lineup of free musical entertainment offers something for everyone.

School Age Storytime & Crafts
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Sa from 11:00am to 11:45am
Ages: 5-9 years Admission Fees: Free

School Age Storytime and Crafts
(5 years old to 9 years old)

Dolphin and Whale Safari
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Su, Mon, Tues, Wed, Th, Fri and Sa (Oct 23-Nov 20) from 9:00am to 5:30pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: Adults $55; Children 3-12 $35 Children under 3 FREE

Whale watching delight!
Orange County hosts some of the best year round Whale watching in the country! With whale watching for Gray whales December through April and whale watching for Blue whales between May and November, every month of the year has its whales! We also see Fin whales year round, minke whales, killer whales and more. The very best part is the herds of wild dolphin, as large as 5,000 strong year round, because they live right here off the Orange County Coast.

2 1/2 hour Whale watching cruise tours with on-board naturalist.
First tour starts at 9:00 am, second tour at 12:00 pm, and the last tour heads out at 3:00 pm. Snacks & sandwiches are available for purchase at Dolphin Deck to take on board while whale watching or to enjoy on the deck.

Family Fun Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Su from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Fun for all the family

San Clemente Farmers MArket
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Su from 9:00am to 2:00pm

Walk down Avenida del mar for the weekly farmers market, and enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables, tamales, flowers, etc.

Belle Terra Kids Klub
Date: The 1st Mon of every 1 month(s) from 10:30am to 11:00am
Ages: 0-6 years Admission Fees: Free

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!

Holiday Fashions & Luncheon
Date: Every 1 day(s) (Nov 3-Nov 28) from 9:00am to 2:30pm
Ages: 12-to 103 Admission Fees: $50.00
Special Instructions: Call for reservations!

30th Anniversary of Women's Outreach Holiday & Fashions & Luncheon at Summit House . Great luncheon and fabulous door prize with a great fashion show. Sat., Nov. 29, 9:30 am until 2:30 p.m. 714-637-7900.

Pajamarama
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Mon from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Ages: 5+ Admission Fees: Free

Kids PJ hour with stories by Miss Susannah

Laptime Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 9:15am to 9:45am
Ages: 18 months - 3 years Admission Fees: Free

Laptime Storytime

Laptime Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 11:00am to 11:30am
Ages: 18 months - 3 years Admission Fees: Free

Laptime Storytime

Pajama Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Ages: School Age
Special Instructions: * With an adult

Preschool Story Time
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 1:15pm to 2:15pm
Ages: 3 1/2 to 6 years
Special Instructions: Registration Required

Pre-School Discoveries
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Wed from 10:30am to 12:00pm
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Members $8 per child, Non-members $12 per child ($4/6 add'l sibling) adults free

Pre-School Discoveries - Engage in music, art and storytelling while building lasting relationships with other families.

Surf City Nights
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Outdoor street fair and farmers market. Live entertainment and free parking. Food, clothing and gift vendors. Great for family fun.

Adult Book Group
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues at 1:15pm
Ages: adult

Early Childhood Enrichment Classes
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Wed from 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Ages: Preschool through 2nd grade Admission Fees: Members $65 for 4 weeks, Non-members $75, $15 each add'l sibling

Pre-school through second graders learn about different cultures through hands-on activities like music, dance, cooking and more. In Feb., explore world cuisine through Kids Cultural Cooking, and in March get creative with Munchkins Making Masterpieces class.

Local's Night at Savannah at the Beach
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Sep 23-Dec 23) from 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Ages: All ages

Every Tuesday night locals can head down to Savannah's to enjoy the sunset, a Mango Martini and 20% off of food. Discount applies to Huntington Beach residents only.

Laptime Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 10:00am to 10:30am
Ages: 18 months - 3 years Admission Fees: Free

Laptime Storytime

After School Club
Date: The 1st Wed of every 1 month(s) (Oct 1-Jun 30) from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Ages: 1st though 4th grade

Pre-School StoryTime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Oct 29-Dec 18) from 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Ages: 3-5 Admission Fees: free

Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3 to 5 will share stories, songs, and crafts. Sign up anytime.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Location: Storytime Theater
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Scheduled every Wednesday until December 17, 2008
See other events under Events for Kids

Pajama-Rama
Date: The 1st Wed of every 1 month(s) (Sep 3-Dec 4) from 7:00pm to 7:45pm
Ages: all ages

Wear your jammies and bring your favorite teddy bear for an evening of stories, songs and puppets. Refreshments too! Pajama-Rama meets on the first Wednesday of each month.
Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3 7:00 - 7:45 p.m.

Preschool Storytime at the Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 11:00am to 11:30am
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Free

Preschool Storytime

Toddler Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed and Th from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Ages: 2-3 year olds

Laptime Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 10:00am to 10:30am
Ages: 18 months - 3 years Admission Fees: Free

Laptime Storytime

Toddler Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 10:30am to 11:00pm
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: FREE

Toddler Story Time - With Miss Lonna

Book Bug Club
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th (Oct 23-Dec 18) from 3:45pm to 4:30pm
Ages: Kindergarten-3rd grade Admission Fees: Free

Book Bug Club
Students in Kindergarten through Third Grade will enjoy special stories, crafts, games, puppetry, and snacks. Register anytime.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Location: Library Community Room
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Scheduled every Thursday until December 18, 2008
See other events under Events for Kids

Live Music Evenings
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: FREE

The Bella Terra amphitheater is the perfect venue to enjoy live concerts under the sun and stars - taking advantage of Huntington Beach's endless summer! From jazz to rock, Latin to classical, our exciting lineup of free musical entertainment offers something for everyone.

Pajama Storytime with Miss Fairytale
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th from 6:30pm to 7:15pm
Ages: Preschool thru Age 7 Admission Fees: FREE
Special Instructions: Wear your pajamas

Join Miss Fairy Tale every Thursday from 6:30 pm till 7:15 pm for Pajama Storytime! This FREE event includes stories, coloring pages, stickers, crafts! Miss Fairy Tale will teach you Sign Language while reading, singing, and dancing! Fun for all ages!

Preschool Storytime at the Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th from 10:00am to 10:30am
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Free

Preschool Storytime (for ages 3 years old to 5 years old)

School Age Storytime & Crafts
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th from 3:15pm to 4:00pm
Ages: 5-9 years Admission Fees: Free

School Age Storytime and Crafts
(5 years old to 9 years old)

Preschool Storytime at the Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Th from 11:00am to 11:30am
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Free

Preschool Storytime (for ages 3 years old to 5 years old)

Preschool Storytime at the Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Fri from 11:00am to 11:30am
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Free

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime at the Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Fri from 10:00am to 10:30am
Ages: 3-5 years Admission Fees: Free

Preschool Storytime

Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Fri from 10:00am to 10:30am
Ages: 2-4 years Admission Fees: FREE

Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime

Memory Walk
Date: 11/08/2008
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Memory Walk - Fullerton
November 8, 2008

Our Memory Walk is part of a national movement to help those battling Alzheimer's and related memory loss disorders.

As one of the largest Memory Walks in the country, it features a 2-mile walk, Kidz Zone, Doggie Dugout, Remembrance Garden, Food Vendors, Festival Area with over 50 exhibitors, live entertainment and more!

LOCATION:
Cal State Fullerton

INFORMATION:
For details, contact Shannon Kincaid at (949) 757-3708

'For the Birds' Comedy benefit for military families
Date: 11/08/2008 from 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Ages: 18 and up Admission Fees: $30

Sponsored by San Clemente Military Family Outreach (SCMFO) which is an all-volunteer non-profit, serving the emergency needs of military families. There will be a Annual Benefit, to raise money to provide thankgiving dinners to over 1,000 needy military families in the north Camp Pendleton and San Clemente area.

Comedy benefit "For the Birds" (turkeys, that is) w/ top comics Steve Mittleman (Leno, Letterman)and Mark Christopher Lawrence (NBC TV series "Chuck")

Tickets available by mail or pick up at SCMFO office, 2001 Calle Frontera in San Clemente.

You may purchase tickets by mail, checks payable to SCMFO and mailed to SCMFO, 2001 Frontera, San Clemente 92673
prior to Oct 30. Tickets will be sent to you by return mail or you may request that they be held for you at the will Call desk at the
Community Center for pickup the night of the performance. You may also purchase direct at the St. Andrews UMC office at 2001
Frontera . Tickets may also be purchased at the door, if still available at showtime.

8th Annual MOPS Fashion Boutique
Date: 11/08/2008 from 9:00pm to 3:00pm
Ages: Everyone Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: Win a 2 Day 3 Night Vacation

Join us for a day of Fashion Shows, Food Tasting,Local Artist, Unique Jewelry, Beauty Essentials,Children's Apparel, toys and services,Green products and services, Organic Farmers Market.
Swag bags for the first 300 guest
50 of Orange County's Favorites all in one location.

Proceeds benefit Mothers of Preschoolers a non profit OC organization

Autry Center's Free Tuesdays
Date: The 2nd Tues of every 1 month(s)
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: FREE

Free admission the second Tuesday of every month. Exhibits, workshops and family programs. Located in Griffith Park.

San Clemente Gym Girls Night Out
Date: 11/11/2008 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Admission Fees: Free

Come join us for a girls night out at the San Clemente Gym. There will be food, prizes, a masseuse, and an introduction to one of their newest machine the Power Plate

Family Evening Storytime
Date: The 2nd Th of every 1 month(s) from 7:00pm to 7:30pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Family evening of stories

Canyon Hills Friends Church Mops Boutique
Date: 11/14/2008 from 10:00am to 8:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Get your Christmas shopping done early! A huge selection of items will be available to purchase!

Holiday Boutique & Fundraiser
Date: 11/15/2008 from 11:30am to 4:30pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: FREE ~ Bring can goods or new blanket to donate to OCRM
Special Instructions: First Presbyterian Church of Orange ~ Grand Street Center

We are pleased to announce our first annual holiday fundraiser boutique supporting the Orange County Rescue Mission ("OCRM") which serves The Least, The Last and The Lost. OCRM is a non-profit organization that serves the homeless of Orange County and strives to make the community a better place for everyone to live. Grab your neighbors, friends, family and co-workers to enjoy a day of shopping, food and fun! Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win one of over thirty vendor prizes and/or the GRAND PRIZE for a $200 Visa Gift Card! Proceeds from the raffle ticket sales will be donated to OCRM to assist Orange County families in need.

Event Date: Saturday, November 15, 2008

Location: First Presbyterian Church of Orange Grand Street Center Building 146 Grand Street, Orange CA 92866

Parking: Free parking located in the "Lot" across from Grand Street Center and throughout the neighborhood.

Boutique Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Event will be held rain or shine.

Fee: FREE . . . However, we kindly ask that you bring a CAN FOOD ITEM or NEW BLANKET donation to support the Orange County Rescue Mission. You will receive ONE General raffle ticket for every 3 cans of food or TWO General raffle tickets for every 1 blanket you donate! Limit 5 free raffle tickets per shopper.

Raffle Drawing Times: General Prizes: 1:00 p.m. ~ 2:00 p.m. ~ 3:00 p.m. Grand Prize: 4:00 p.m. Winners must be present to win.

Email me for a color flyer!

Wish Boutique Tent Sale This Weekend in Yorba Linda.
Date: 11/15/2008 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: $5

A hot children's boutique, Wish Boutique is hosting a tent sale - and you're all invited!
Stop by this Saturday from 10am-3pm to enjoy a shopping spree. Sale racks with 50 - 70% off fabulous fall items and racks with items as low as $5. Expect to find trendy childrens clothing and accessories by brands like Pinc Premium, Charlie Rocket, Flowers by Zoe, Feather Baby, Puella, and Many More.
Wish Boutique is located at 4945 Yorba Ranch Rd. Ste D. We are located on the corner of Yorba Linda Blvd and Yorba Ranch Rd.

Holiday on Ice at the Irvine Spectrum
Date: Every 1 day(s) (Nov 15-Jan 19)
Ages: All Ages
Special Instructions: Check Website for Hours

Irvine Spectrum Center will be transformed into a winter wonderland when the festive outdoor holiday ice rink returns every day from Nov. 1 through Jan. 19, 2009. Skate sessions are one hour long. *See website for detailed dates, times, ticket prices.

 

Closed Thanksgiving Nov. 27 & Christmas Day Dec. 25
Open Nov. 28 - 9:45am-12:30am
Open till 6:15pm on Christmas Eve Dec. 24
New Year's Eve & New Year's Day 11:00am-10:00pm

Habitat for the Holidays
Date: Every 1 day(s) (Nov 15-Nov 16) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Ages: 21 and up

Concept Design and Habitat for Humanity are teaming up for a holiday fundraising event.
Join the professional design team of Concept Design, Inc., in an effort to raise funds for families in need of a helping hand. Through your support, Habitat for Humanity is able to build and rehabilitate homes for deserving families throughout Orange County.

Drawings will be held throughout the day! Take advantage of this great opportunity to get your home ready for the holidays while helping others at the same time. Everything in the showroom will be 20%-50% off. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Habitat organization.

November 15th 10am to 5pm and November 16th 11am to 4pm

Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats
Date: Every 1 day(s) (Nov 15-Jan 4) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: $12.95 adults, $9.95 kids 3-17 and seniors 55+

This exhibit dispels popular misconceptions about bats, describes their ecological importance and gives visitors an appreciation of the true wonders of the bat world. Special effects, multi-sensory interactive displays, a Gothic castle and environmentally lifelike settings such as caves and rain forests present bats in mythic and real-life settings.

Anaheim Ducks NHL Hockey
Date: Every 1 day(s) (Nov 15-May 31)
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: Check Website

Experience the excitement of Southern California hockey as the Ducks take flight on the ice and defend their title . Visit www.mightyducks.com for season schedule, game times, ticket prices and more.

An Evening at the Improv
Date: 11/15/2008 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Ages: 21+ Admission Fees: $20 & $25

Support Fountain Valley's only co-op preschool by attending "An Evening at the Improv". This years event includes gourmet food and drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), live & silent auctions and a great improv show by Improvisation Inundation! All purchases are 100% tax deductible! Order tickets online today by clicking here.

Stuart Little @ the Library
Date: 11/18/2008
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Stuart Little @ The Library
Age Range: All Ages
The El Dorado High School Drama Department presents Stuart Little for all ages.
Date: Nov 20
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Library Community Room
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Contact: Children's Services 714-777-2873, x7

Cost: Free

Ballooney Holiday Show at the Library
Date: 11/18/2008 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Ballooney Holiday Show @ The Library
Age Range: All Ages
Join us for a hilarious, balloon-twisting adventure through holidays around the world!
Date: Dec 18
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Library Community Room
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Contact: Children's Services 777-2873, x7

Cost: Free

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Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Date: 11/20/2008 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm

One of Orange County’s oldest and best loved holiday traditions is the lighting of a live 95-foot tree at Town Center Park. Marvel at more than 20,000 twinkling lights while enjoying entertainment and Santa’s arrival. Free to the public, the ceremony takes place next to The Westin South Coast Plaza.

Wish Children's Boutique Holiday Open House
Date: Every 2 day(s) (Nov 21-Nov 22) at 10:00am
Admission Fees: FREE
Special Instructions: 4945 Yorba Ranch Rd., Yorba Linda, CA 92887

Bring your Christmas shopping list and start saving!!!
Take 30% off EVERYTHING in the store plus all sale merchandise is an additional 40% OFF. 2 days ONLY so don't miss out on this once a year event. Free gift wrapping and Refreshments. We offer Children's clothing and accessories for boys & girls size infant to 14.

Friday Nite Fun Time Dances
Date: The 3rd Fri of every 1 month(s) (Oct 17-Sep 23) from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Ages: Teens & Adults Admission Fees: $2 donation

Friday Nite Fun Time Dances! (For developmentally disabled teens and adults)There is lots of fun to be had at the these Friday night dances! A fantastic DJ will rock and roll the night away.