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 Whale
Watching - Dana Point & Newport
Beach
Gray
Whales migrate annually along the west coast of
North America. They can be seen from the Orange
County coast from December through
early April.
Since
the Gray Whales migrate just a few miles off the
coast, simple cruises from Dana Point and Newport
Beach enable you to see these spectacular creatures
in their natural habitat.
LOCATIONS:
You can book cruises at the following locations:
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 Irvine
Park Railroad – 15th Annual Christmas Train to
Meet Santa Claus
November 26-28, 2010
December 3-5 & 10-23, 2010
Take
an enchanting night ride through historic Irvine
Regional Park to meet and have your picture taken
with Santa Claus. In addition to riding the Irvine
Park Railroad, activities include story time with
Mrs. Claus, Christmas cookie decorating, a Santa
Claus moon bounce, Christmas coloring corner,
carnival games, picture stands and more. Hot food
and snacks are available for purchase.
The
cost to ride the Christmas Train is $8.00 per
person. Children younger than 24 months ride free.
Prices for activities vary. For directions, costs
and additional information or to purchase tickets,
visit us online at www.irvineparkrailroad.com
LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
INFORMATION:
(714) 997-3968
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 Discovery
Science Center Presents: Science of Gingerbread
- Santa Ana
Dec 11, 2010 - Jan 2, 2011
Discovery
Science Center’s The Science of Gingerbread exhibition
features hands-on kitchen science activities,
decorating demonstrations and award-winning gingerbread
houses on display. Who knew science could be so
tasty? In addition, don’t miss The Great Trains,
an exhibit for everyone who enjoys building, operating,
or simply watching scale model railroads.
LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
INFORMATION:
714-542-2823
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 ANNUAL
BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS
December 10, 11 & 17, 18, 2010
7:30pm
This year, the theme for the 35th Annual Boat
Parade of Lights is ‘SANTA’S SURFIN SAFARI'. Boaters
from all around Orange County decorate their boats
and vie for awards. You can view the parade free
from anywhere in the Harbor, or make reservations
at one of our restaurants to view it from a cozy
and warm spot. Come on down and enjoy the sights
and sounds of the season.
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
34555 Golden Lantern
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Dana Wharf Sportfishing offers boat rides so you
too can experience the fun of actually riding
on a boat and joining in the parade. Reservations
can be made at www.danawharf.com
Call
and make your reservations at (949) 496-5794.
For more information or a boat or sponsor entry
form call THE Harbor Info line at (949) 923-2255
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 Eco-Crafting
Workshop - Silverado
Saturday, December 4, 2010
3-6 pm
Learn
how to make a difference while making art! Use
items that would ordinarily end up in the trash
to create unique upcycled jewelry and other homeade
items. Bottle caps, soda tabs and junk mail are
just some of the items you will repurpose, turning
trash into treasures.
Cost:
$25 per person. Advance
registration is required.
LOCATION:
Rancho Soñado
Silverado, CA 92676
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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 101st
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade 2009
Newport Beach
December 15-19, 2010
FREE to the public. The boat parade will light
up the harbor for five consecutive nights. The
parade starts at Collins Island at 6:30 p.m. and
will last approximately two and a half hours over
250 ships participate in the parade along with
hundreds of water front estates. Providing the
backdrop for the parade is the Ring of Lights
waterfront home and business decorating competition.
FREE for spectators, entry fee for participating
boats. Over 1 million people view the parade each
year.
For
those of you that would like to be in parade Newport
Landing offers 2 general admission cruises
nightly every night of the parade that are a part
of the actual parade. Viewing the parade from
a ship means that you see all of the parade and
homes in full decor that line the waterfront.
General admission tickets can be reserved over
the phone.
LOCATION
FOR CRUISES:
Newport
Landing Sportfishing
309 Palm - Suite A
Newport Beach Ca 92661
INFORMATION:
949-675-0551
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Cruise
of Lights - Huntington Beach
December 17-23 2010
Take
a narrated cruise through the waterways of Huntington
Harbour to see the holiday lighted homes and decorations
in this annual event
LOCATION:
Park in the Huntington Harbour Mall lot (corner
of Algonquin and Saybrook) and get on the designated
buses that travel a short distance to the boat
launch area.
Advanced
ticket purchase call: (714) 840-7542
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January
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 Scrapbook
Expo - Costa Mesa
2011 info TBA
Learn
all the newest and hottest scrapbooking techniques!
Scrapbook EXPO has everything for
beginner or advanced scrapbookers with three days
of workshops, crop parties and two buildings filled
with the latest and best products.
Cost:
Admission: $8. Children 12 and under are free.
Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
LOCATION:
Orange County Fairgrounds
Costa Mesa
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 Walk
for Independence - Huntington Beach
2011 info TBA
Registration costs $25.00 and includes lunch and
a t-shirt. All proceeds go to supporting adults
with developmental disabilities.
LOCATION:
Central Park Picnic Area
17829 Goldenwest St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
INFORMATION:
(714) 483-2663
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Get
Outdoors OC at Upper Newport Bay Muth Center
- Newport Beach
Saturday, January 22, 2011
9 am - 12 noon
Your
family can experience some of the same hands-on
environmental education activities, such as birdwatching,
that many of you have done with Inside the Outdoors!
Cost:
Free (This program is generously sponsored by
a grant.)
Advance
registration is required.
LOCATION:
Muth Center
Upper Newport Bay, Newport Beach
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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February
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Annual
CARe Show to Benefit San Juan Capistrano Animal
Rescue Organization - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday February 5th 2011
8AM to 2PM
Cars from all over Southern California are expected
to participate in the open-class show, with trophies
going to the top 15 entries.
The
CARe Show will also include live entertainment
by a popular local band, displays, vendor booths,
opportunity drawings, and celebrity guests including
the inspiration for Ruby's Diner, local resident
Ruby Cavanaugh. Food and beverages will be available
from presenting sponsor Ruby's Diner.
LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Community Center/Sports Park
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 Surf
City (Pacific Shoreline) Marathon -
Huntington Beach
February 6, 2011
Annual
26.2 mile marathon travels along oceanfront course.
Categories include: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
and Kid's 1 Mile. This event Features an amazing
collector series of surfboard finisher medals,
Surf Bands along the course and a beachfront expo.
Location:
Huntington Street and Pacific Coast Hwy.
INORMATION:
888-422-ORUN (0786)
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 Annual
Valentine's Winemaker's Dinner - Laguna Beach
2011 info TBA
Enjoy
fine epicurean creations paired with artisan boutique
wines while listening to pianist Linda Fuller.
Enjoy the sounds of composers from four different
classical periods.
LOCATION:
Laguna Canyon Winery
2133 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 USA
INFORMATION:
949.715.9463 (Wine)
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 Taste
of San Juan - San Juan Capistrano
2011 info TBA
Help
launch the kick-off celebration of the Fiesta
de las Golondrinas at El Adobe Restaurant. The
Taste brings together many of San Juan's marvelous
restaurants under one roof to tempt you with 'tastes'
of their fare. Come and be tempted by all there
is at "The Taste of San Juan".
LOCATION:
El Adobe de Capistrano Restaurant
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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 Starr
Ranch Sanctuary - After School with Starr Ranch
Biologists - Trabuco Canyon
2011 info TBA
The staff at Starr Ranch, a 4000-acre Audubon
Sanctuary in southeast Orange County, invites
kids ages 8 – 12 to visit the Ranch after school
from 3:30-5:00 pm on Thursdays Feb. 18, 25, and
March 4, OR Fridays Feb. 19, 26, and March 5.
The first afternoon, kids will learn how our biologists
study reptiles and amphibians. Next, the group
will research large mammals during our “Cougars,
Bobcats, and Coyotes” program. The third afternoon,
kids will go on a nature walk with staff biologists.
The cost is $30 for the three-day session and
reservations are required. Wear clothes for outdoor
walking. Rain dates by arrangement.
LOCATION:
Starr
Ranch Sanctuary
100 Bell Canyon Road
Trabuco Canyon
RESERVATIONS
OR INFORMATION:
Reservations: 949-858-0131 or online at www.starr-ranch.org.
Questions: 949-858-0309.
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Wildlife
Cartooning - Irvine
Sunday, February 21, 2010
1 - 4 pm
Sketch
wildlife, draw cartoons, and learn simple drawing
skills while you learn about animal adaptations.
Cost:
$25 per person which includes materials. Advance
registration is required. Limited Scholarships
available.
LOCATION:
San Joaquin Wildlife
Sanctuary Duck Club
Irvine, CA
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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 Los
Alamitos 'Race on the Base' - Los Alamitos
February 27, 2010
The
yearly
event has continued to provide not only a forum
for local avid runners and walkers, but has also
instilled a sense of pride and teamwork between
the Los Alamitos City Council, the citizens of
Los Alamitos, the Rossmoor Community Services
District, and the local business community.
All
proceeds will benefit the USA Water Polo National
Aquatic Center at the Joint Forces Training Base.
INOFORMATION:
562-430-1073
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 Toy
Soldier & Miniature Figure Show - Irvine
Sunday, February 28th 2010
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Featuring Antique Britains, Dimestore, Composition
& Plastic, Military & Civilian figures and sets.
There will be an international gathering of leading
manufacturers, dealers, and collectors.
Admission
is $6 and children under 12 get in for free.
LOCATION:
The Irvine Marriot Hotel
18000 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA
INFORMATION:
(760) 758-5481
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