Calendar of Events for Huntington Beach, California
 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2005

February 18, 2005    Farmer's Market and Art A-Faire Held weekly on Friday  from Noon to Dusk (approx. 5 p.m.) Held most Fridays at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier, a certified Farmer's Market sells the finest California grown fruits and vegetables, breads, nuts, flowers and perishables. The Art Fair held in conjunction with the Farmer's Market features over 50 vendors selling unique, hand made gifts and crafts. Call: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509. Location: Pier Plaza at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street.  Photos

February 18, 2005  Art Exhibit - Open non-juried show called Centered on the Center highlights multi-media exhibition of submitted art, photography and sculpture, mixed media and videos in a non-juried annual show of creative, original works that runs through February 20, 2005. Time: Noon to 6 p.m. Location:  Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA  92648. Call: (714) 374-1650.

February 18, 2005   Windows Gallery Huntington Beach Art League Members' Coop Show at Huntington Beach Central Library and Cultural Center features the paintings, photos and mixed media. Public can contact artists to purchase artwork.  Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: free. Location: 7111 Talbert Avenue, HB 92647 Photos

February 18, 2005  Surf Presentation and Movie - Surfer Jesse Billauer  from the non-profit organization "They Will Surf Again" (www.liferollson.org) details how his life changed dramatically and suddenly while surfing one morning. The competitive surfer was tossed off his board and slammed into a sandbar, headfirst. Unable to move, he suffered a complete spinal cord injury at the C-6 level.  Jesse survived and has lived as a quadriplegic for 9 years since that fateful day in 1996.  Though he may never regain use of his body below the mid-chest area and has limited use of his arms and hands, he has Surmounted incredible obstacles, graduating from college and even skydiving. Jesse provides inspiration and support to others suffering from similar sudden injuries. After he speaks, the surf movie entitled "Life" will be shown (bring lawn chairs).  This movie stars Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, and Jesse Billauer as well as many more. There will be a raffle for a new surfboard as well as many other prizes.  All proceeds will be donated to "They Will Surf Again".   Event location: HB Wahine, All Girl Board Store. Address: 301 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA  92648. Time: 7 p.m. Call: (714) 969-9399. Cost: Free admission, donations to the nonprofit organization welcomed.

February 18, 2005   Micareta Carnaval Party "Carnaval after Carnaval" is a 3-day event through February 20 featuring Brazilian Samba, Axe and Pop Brasil Bands in a night of live performances that include music, exotic Brazilian dancers, Brazilian Bikini Show, a death-defying Martial arts exhibition of Capoeira and a harem of women in tantalizing Carnival wear.  Samba Explosion will include DJs spinning Brazilian dance music for Samba, Axe, Pagode, Salsa, Merengue and more. Bands performing include Badaue, Tribaland, Brazilidade, Unidos da California Samba School and Banda Balaio. Opening night includes a bonus Premiere Party for the Samba Show. Time:  8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Cost: $20/door or $15/online. 3-Day Pass: $45/door or $35/online. Call: (310) 864-8699Reserve tickets on line at www.pelourinho.com, or www.sambaexplosion.com Place: Old World Village Restaurant. Location: 7561 Center Avenue #49, Huntington Beach, California. 

February 18, 2005 Band -Soul Shadows (soulshadows.com) plays Jazz, Swing, Soul, Motown, Funk and Disco at Martini Blues. Price: $7 cover, $10 minimum order per person applies. Door: 7:30 PM, Show Starts: 8:30 PM. Dining till Midnight. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. Call: 714-840-2129 or Toll Free at (888)24-BLUES(25837). www.martiniblues.com

February 18, 2005 Band - Project Tru (home1.gte.net/res0kebm/projecttru.html) plays Funk, Rock, Soul, Latin Style with horns and percussion in the Legends Room. Price: $7 cover and $10 minimum order per person applies. Door: 7:30 PM, Show Starts: 9 PM. Dining till Midnight. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. Call: 714-840-2129 or Toll Free at (888)24-BLUES(25837). www.martiniblues.com

February 18, 2005 Musical Event - "Writers In The Round" hosted by ANNA MARIE. Talented writers, sitting in a circle or on stage, sharing songs and inspiration. This format was inspired by Fred Knobloch and Don Schlitz at the Bluebird Café in Nashville Tennessee. The audience is given a unique opportunity to hear great original material from 5 to 10 different points-of-view in a casual, comfortable environment. A chance to discover up-and-coming writers or to hear hits, new and old, from some of the best of the best. The Songwriters listed below will kick off the evening. Steven Mcclintock (stevenmcclintock.com); Kerry Getz (kerry-getz.com); Mark Wood (markwoodentertainment.com); Anna Marie (annamariemusic.us), winner of Nashville Songwriting Competion; Adrina Thorpe (adrinathorpe.com); James Grey ( jamesgrey.com); Dennis Roger Reed (dennisrogerreed.com); Michael Gardner (one-foot-in.com); Tina Michelle (annamariemusic.us). Door opens: 7:30 PM, Show Starts: 8 PM. No Cover, Cost: $10 minimum order per person applies. Dining till Midnight. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. Call: 714-840-2129 or Toll Free at (888)24-BLUES(25837). www.martiniblues.com

February 18, 2005  Dance - Developmentally Disabled Fun Time Dance for Developmentally Disabled Teens and Young Adults includes a fantastic DJ to rock and roll the night away. The dances are held at Edison Community Center, 21377 Magnolia across from Edison High School. Cost: $2 per person paid at the door. Time: Door opens at 7:15 p.m. with no first entry after 8 p.m. The dance ends at 9:30pm. Call John Valinsky: (714) 960-8870.

February 18, 2005   Live Music - Jeff Reuben, former lead guitarist for Oingo Boingo, performs acoustic guitar favorites from the 60's to the 2000's at Inka Grill. Time: 7 to 11 p.m. Location: 301 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648

February 18, 2005  Dance Concert - Fusion 2005 performed by Academy for the Performing Arts students and faculty. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Huntington Beach High School, 1905 Main Street. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $8 to 10/person. Call: (714) 536-2514.

February 18, 2005  Dance and Music - FUNKY FRIDAYS include DJ Shaggy and DJ Tommy with a vinyl battle between 80s Remixes and Hip Hop. Late Night Happy Hour $1 Drinks from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost: $5 before 10 p.m. $10 after 10 p.m. 21 and over only. Location: Liquid Lounge, 7887 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, California 92647 Call: (714) 892-0294.

February 18, 2005   Live Music - Jason Feddy. Pete Mallory's is all about live entertainment! Friday and Saturday nights are off the hook with acoustic sounds of the newest, upcoming bands in Orange County. Jam sessions begin at 7pm sharp and end at 10pm. So come on by, grab a drink, kick back and enjoy the atmosphere.  Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 698-1234.

February 18, 2005 - Bands - Band - Brad Wilson at Perqs. Wilson, the singer/songwriter/guitarist's new self-titled solo CD has recently been released. For the last seven years, he fronted the blues rock band, STONE. Brad's music has been featured in John Carpenter's last two films and soundtracks, Vampires and Ghosts Of Mars. His song "Teaser," from Vampires, which BMG Records in Europe released as a single, was not only as the first cut on the soundtrack, but the only song on the record with vocals. The record won a Saturn Award that year for Best Music. Time: 8 PM - 1 AM. Location: 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 960-9996.

February 18, 2005     Band - Blues Machine at Tumbleweeds Bar & Grill, featuring the best food, fun and music from rock to blues. Begins after 8 p.m. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776.  www.tumbleweedshb.com

February 18, 2005  Live Music - Lony Hauff plays the music and songs you remember best on the finest accordian in the West. It's a bit of the Old World charm at  Rathskellar Pub and Restaurant. Location: 7561 Center Avenue. Cost: Free. Phone:  (714) 894-6612.  www.oldworldvillage.net  Photos

February 18, 2005  Band - Live music featuring Top 40s. Time: from 8 to 11 p.m. at Chimayo at the Beach. Location: 315 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, at the Beach at the Huntington Pier. Cost: No cover. Call: (714) 374-7273.

February 18, 2005   Band - Live music at King Neptune's. Dinner is served from 5 to 10 p.m. and show begins around 10 p.m. Full bar with drinks served to 21 and older with valid ID. Cost: Free to $5, depending on band. Call: (562) 592-4878. Location: 17115 Pacific Coast Hwy (one block north of Warner) Sunset Beach, Ca 90742  Photos

February 18, 2005   Live Entertainment - The Blarney Stone Irish Bar, 11761 Edinger Ave., Fountain Valley, CA  (714)775-9987.

February 18, 2005 Band - Graceland Mafia. Place: Fitzgerald's. Location: 19171 Magnolia St., Huntington Beach, CA. 92646 Call: (714) 968-4523.

February 18, 2005   Band - Tia Juana Dogs band at Gallagher’s Pub and Grill in Huntington Beach CA, located right off Main Street behind Huntington Surf and Sport surf shop. Time: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Very cheep cover! 21+. Gallagher's Pub, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call:(714) 536.2422. www.gallagherspub.com    Photos

February  18, 2005   Club Canes with DJ Matt at Hurricanes Bar & Grill. Time: 8 p.m. Must be 21 or older with valid ID. Cover: $5. Location: 200 Main Street Suite 201 Huntington Beach, Ca 92648. Call: (714) 374-0500.

This calendar does not guarantee accuracy of information as events are subject to change. 

 Feb. 2006 18 ; Feb. 2007 18