Calendar of Events for Huntington Beach, California
 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2005

October 8, 2005    Play - The Golden Dream (Musical) by Joe Syiek (Local writer featuring a new work - World Premiere Production). This original musical production is presented by Huntington Beach Playhouse at Huntington Beach Library and Cultural Center Theater, 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, California. The Golden Dream runs through October 9, 2005. Performance times: 3 and 8 p.m. Cost: $9 - 21. Box Office: (714) 375-0696.   

October 8, 2005   Oktoberfest at Old World Village Restaurant - Get out your lederhosen and learn the Chicken Dance at Oktoberfest in Huntington Beach. The event includes a live German band, dancing and tasty German foods from bratwürst with sauerkraut and potato salad to apple strudel. Shot girls in dirndl skirts sell liqueurs and a bar sells German and import beers plus mixed drinks. Oktoberfest offers adults only nights on Saturdays. This often sells out to standing room only crowds that line up and wait for an opportunity to enter the beer hall. Come early for seating. There's also outdoor patio seating for smokers. Location: 7561 Center Avenue #49. Cost: $10. Phone: 714-647-7107.  

October 8, 2005   Saturday Car Cruisers known as the Donuts Derelicts share Hot Rods, Street Cars, Woodies, Imports and a variety of restored vehicles at Adams and Magnolia Ave. Parking is available in the Ace parking lot or Adams Avenue Donut Shop with overflow parking extending to Drug Emporium lot across Adams.  Time 6 a.m., over by approx. 8:30 a.m. No phone number available. Cost: Free admission. 

October 8, 2005 Bands - Thrill Deluxe at Fitzgeralds Pub and Grill from 9:00pm-12:00am. CD Release Party. $6.00 Cover. Call: (714) 968-4523.  

October 8, 2005  MS 150 Bay to Bay Bike Tour - celebrates 23 years of pedaling for the cure, the Multiple Sclerosis 150 Bay to Bay Bike Tour coasts from scenic Huntington Beach to San Diego. Cyclists at all levels of expertise are invited to enjoy this unique weekend of fun, fitness and the personal satisfaction of completing a 100 or 150-mile ride to help end the devastating effects of MS. Location: Huntington State Beach. Pacific Coast Highway at Newland - Brookhurst. Call: 949-752-1680. ms150baytobay.com

October 8, 2005  Enhancement -  Introduction to Herbalism. Herbs have been used for thousands of years as food, medicine and for beauty. Learn the history of herbs, method of cultivating, medicinal and culinary uses, safety issues and how to make your own herbal remedies. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $65. Golden West College Community Center, 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, California 92647.  

October 8, 2005  Live Music - Lony Hauff plays the music and songs you remember you remember best on the finest accordion 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.   Photos

October 8, 2005 Surfing Competition - Calvary Chapel Surfing Contest for high school students. Time: Begins at approx. 7 a.m. Location: Pacific Coast Highway at Golden West Street. Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 893-4141.

October 8, 2005  Surfing - Opening Ceremony of  Quiksilver ISA World Junior Surfing Championships hosted by Surfing America  for ages Juniors (Under 18, Under 16, Girls Under 18)  Eligibility: Any NGB in good standing with the ISA may send selected athletes to participate on their behalf. Type of Wave: Consistent breaks on any swell. North side has a nice right all the way from outside to a fast inside section. Southside has a nice left, fast inside section. The pier is located at Main St. and Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. The south side of the pier is where most championships have been held. Anticipated Size of Wave: 2 - 4 feet. Air Temperature: 62 degrees Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius). Event is held Oct. 8 - 16 in Huntington Beach. International Surfing Association (ISA) in Olympic Games format with participants representing countries. Medals are awarded to the top four finalists. Location: Huntington Beach City Beach near the Huntington Beach Pier at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street, Huntington Beach. Free to watch. The Hilton Waterfront Beach Hotel will serve as Event Headquarters with all event announcements posted there and at the contest site on the beach. The AGM, team registration, media accreditation, judging seminar and other important meetings will be held at the Hilton. The hotel is located beachfront, at 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy. It is walking distance from the contest site and downtown Huntington Beach. www.isasurf.org
 

October 8, 2005   Golden West College Swap Meet in the Golden West College parking lot includes New & Used Items, Fresh Produce, Records, Music Memorabilia, Antiques & Collectibles and much more! Cost: Free Parking and Free Admission. Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call: (714) 898-7927 for 24-hour information. Location: 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, California 92647.  

October 8, 2005  Broomball -  Orange County Broomball game scheduled for 1 hour. Time: 10:20 p.m. All players welcome. Please note, if you have a group that wants to schedule your own game, please contact Skate Zone directly at (714) 842-9143, ext. 0. For this event, send an email to kevin@ocbroomball.org.

October 8, 2005   Surfing - National Scholastic Surfing Association NSSA 2005/2006 Southwest Conference Open Season Students Only. This A rated 2-day event is contest #2. It runs from October 8 to 9. It will be held at Ponto in Carlsbad. It is open to students only (age as of 1/1/06) mens 16 and up; juniors 13 to 15 years; boys 12 and under; mini groms 10 and under; longboard all ages; womens all ages. Fee: $95 one time membership. $45 pre-registration; day of registration as space permits is $60. Mail entries to NSSA, P.O Box 495, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 378-0899.

October 8, 2005   Comedy - 18+ Audience Comedy Night, $7 minimum. Super Heros Bar & Grill, 714 Adams, Suite 101, Huntington Beach CA 92648 Time: 8:30 p.m. Call: (714) 536-1188.

October 8, 2005   Roller Blading Fun Roll - Join the group of roller bladers who meet near the Huntington Beach Pier for a fun roller blade 16-mile round trip at an easy going pace (all levels and ages, plus bicycles welcome) from Huntington Beach to Newport Beach.  Time: 10:30 a.m. Cost: Free. Just show up   

October 8, 2005 Band - Indo Mule at Mother's Tavern. Location: 16701 Pacific Coast Highway, Sunset Beach, CA. Bar serves beer on tap, bottled and wine. Peanuts are free, 1 block from the beach. Call: (562) 592-2381.

October 8, 2005   Newland House Museum Tour - The historic Newland House is features a museum and docent led tours from local historians who provide information about the two-story Victorian home built in 1898. Location: Newland Center at Beach Boulevard and Adams Avenue, 19820 Beach Blvd.,   Huntington Beach  CA  92648. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Cost: $2. Call: (714) 962-5777.  Photos

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

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