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La Presidenta Ball - San Juan Capistrano
March 13, 2010
Saturday, 6:30 - 11:30 pm.

Journey back to the late 1800s of early California and let the Fiesta Association show you how “the West was fun” at this western style dinner dance, honoring Tacy Lee, La Presidenta of the Fiesta Association. Joing the dining, dancing and gaming where all colorful characters are welcome!

LOCATION:
El Adobe Restaurant
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-493-1976

St Patrick's Day Festival - Costa Mesa
Mar 14, 2010
10 am - 4 pm

Featuring Irish dancers, musicians and other entertainment. Some of the performers featured will be Electric Cellist Marston Smith and Celtic Stilt Walker

LOCATION:
Orange County Market Place
Costa Mesa, CA

Festival of Whales - Dana Point
March 13-14, 2010

It's time of the year for the whales to make their annual trip down south and the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce will celebrate with their Annual Street Fair, which is part of the Whale Festival with a weekend of fun, food, entertainment and an arts & craft show with over 100 vendors.

Festival of Whales Street Faire on March 7th & 8th!

LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor

Festival Info:
949-472-7888 or 1-888-440-4309

Dana Wharf Whale Watching Cruises!

Dana Wharf Wahle Watching is offering 2-hour whale watching trips during the festival which run every hour on the hour from 8:00am - 4:00pm! Take advantage of their $8 at 8:00am special! (All trips are $8 at 8am! No strings attached!)
Buy tickets online at www.danawharf.com or call (949) 496-5794 for more information!

O'Neill Land Conservancy Astronomy Night
March 13, 2010
7-9 pm

JFor years, stars were considered heaven's guideposts. Observers have looked to the night sky to predict everything from a change of weather to a change of leaders. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor evening, as you gaze into the heavens, learn the constellations, and look through the telescopes of our volunteer astronomers. (BRING: Warm clothing, flashlight, binoculars, optional beach chair.) $10.00/adult; $5.00/child (6-18); FREE/Members

LOCATION:
The Donna O'Neill Land Conservancy

RESERVATIONS:
949-489-9778

Discovery Science Center Presents: Secrets of Circles - Santa Ana
January 16 - May 2, 2010

This exciting new exhibit celebrates the math, science and beauty of such a simple shape and helps children and adults alike to uncover the secrets of the many circles in the world. Secrets of Circles Exhibit Gears Exhibit Inventing the Wheel Kaleidoscope Lathe Spin Pictures Throughout the exhibit, there are examples of two and three-dimensional circular forms to help to learn how circles aid engineers in solving problems.

LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823

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:

DANA POINT:
NEWPORT BEACH:
Captain Dave's Dolphin & Whale Safari
34451 Ensenada Place
Dana Point, CA 92629
Newport Landing
309 Palm - Suite A
Balboa CA. 92661
Dana Wharf Sportfishing
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629

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Sunday Brunch

Orange County Mining Co.
Orange
9:30 am - 3 pm

Sunday Brunch in Orange County is a wonderful way to enjoy your weekend. At our View Restaurant, Sunday Brunch is always accompanied by champagne, rustic favorites, spectacular views and unique atmosphere. Our elaborate brunch menu includes-but is certainly not limited to-traditional breakfast foods and lunch favorites like barbeque, prime rib, teriyaki chicken and fresh fish selections. You can also choose to view sporting events in the bar or enjoy your Sunday Brunch on the Terrace. With enough variety to satisfy every appetite from the kids to the adults, this is one Sunday Brunch you'll keep coming back to!

LOCATION:
1000 Crawford Canyon Rd.
City of Orange

INFORMATION:
714-997-7411
(Discount $5/each adult seated before 10 am. Additional Sunday Brunch Coupons on Website)

Orange Hill Restaurant
Orange
9 am - 3 pm


Like a hilltop hideaway, Orange Hill Restaurant sits on top of the hills with spectacular views of Orange County. As you enter the restaurant, you are first greeted by cascading waterfalls and koi ponds, then enter into an English style lobby with a cozy fireplace. The buffet brunch features over 100 items every Sunday and offers a number of wonderful options to appease almost any palate, including features such as made-to-order pasta and omelets, stir-fry, fresh sushi, and carving stations.

LOCATION:
6410 E. Chapman Ave
Orange, CA

INFORMATION:
(714) 997-2910

Saturday and Sunday Paws & Claws - Breakfast Buffet
Costa Mesa
7 am - noon

The perfect weekend hangout spot for family, friends, neighbors and man’s best friend. Enjoy TerraNova’s one-of-a-kind breakfast buffet outside on our expansive lakeside terrace surrounded by lush lawns, gardens and fountains. Also, try our “Bubbles and Bones” Champagne Cocktail Bar which includes a champagne fountain, champagne accompaniments and doggy treats ($4 additional). Enter your dog in our “Paws & Claws Personality Photo Contest”! Every Saturday & Sunday, bring and submit a 4x6 picture showing your dog’s unique personality. All pets welcome outside on the lakeside terrace, only ADA assist animals are welcome inside restaurant.

LOCATION:
Wyndham Costa Mesa
3350 Avenue of the Arts

INFORMATION:
714-442-8593 Walk-ins welcome- Reservations suggested.

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