Calendar of Events for Huntington Beach, California  September 2006

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2006

September 23, 2006  Gondola cruise from world class gondoliers. Location: Peter's Landing and Marina, Huntington Beach (Pacific Coast Highway @ Anderson). Cost: $80/2 people. ($15/per additional,  6 people max). Call: Sunset Gondolas (562) 592-3295. www.sunsetgondola.com 

September 23, 2006  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.

September 23, 2006  Art Exhibit - Anderson Gallery features fine arts exhibitis with a collection of watercolors, oils and sculptures and mixed media from renown artists Bill Anderson, Raul Anguiano, Henry Fukuhara, Howard Hitchcock, Milford Zornes and more. Time: 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Location: 16812 Pacific Coast Highway (next to Captain Jack's Restaurant). Call: (562) 592-4393.  Photos

September 23, 2006 Plein Air Painting Art Contest Auction -   Artists paint scenes around Huntington Beach and the works are then displayed and sold at auction through September 24  as a fundraising event for the Huntington Beach Art Center. Location: Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648  Call: (714) 374-1650.

September 23, 2006 Custom Car Show - Low Riders, SUV, Classic Cars, Trucks, Hot Rods and more sponsored by Ocean View High School Boosters with proceeds benefiting student programs at Ocean View High School. Location: 17071 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Registration: $15 - 20. Call (714) 403-0359.

September 23, 2006 Southern California Homegrown Tomato Challenge 2006! Up to 10 finalists will be chosen based on overall appearance & color tests and Brix testing. A Brix test determines sweetness -- the higher the Brix number, the better the flavor. The finalists will then be taste-tested by a panel of local celebrity judges and a winner and three runners-up will be announced at noon. The $5,000 first prize and three $250 store vouchers for runners up will then be awarded. Time: 9 a.m. to Noon. Location: Ralph's - Huntington Beach 5241 Warner Avenue (Meadowlark Store). Call Tracy (210) 227-0221x251, www.naturesweettomatoes.com
 

September 23, 2006  Surf Exhibit - Surfin' - Direction of a Sport, documents the development of fins in a rare collection that not only shows the original invention, but its numerous size and shape modifications through a 71-year period  beginning in 1935. Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum Hours: 12pm (Noon) to 5pm Monday through Friday; 11am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday.  Suggested donation: $2/adult, $1/student. Location: 411 Olive St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: 714.960.3483. www.surfingmuseum.org  Photos

September 23, 2006 - Gondola cruise offered from world class gondoliers. Maximum 6 people. Location: Peter's Landing and Marina, Huntington Beach (Pacific Coast Highway near Anderson). Call: Sunset Gondolas (562) 592-3295. www.sunsetgondola.com 

September 23, 2006  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!  www.funroll.com   

September 23, 2006  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

September 23, 2006   Band - The Scott Wilkie Electric Band Quintet features Scott Wilkie, Piano; Dave Hill, Guitar; Nathan Brown, Bass; David Anderson, Drums and Eddie Drayton, Percussion at  Cavallino Ristorante, 8052 Adams Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92646. Call (714) 536-6665.

September 23, 2006 Band - Have Another Monkey at Tumbleweed's Bar & Grill in Huntington Beach. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776. 

September 23, 2006  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.

September 23, 2006  Band -Gregg Young and the 2nd Street Band free concert at Bella Terra mall in Huntington Beach. Edinger & Beach Blvd. Cost: Free. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: The Village Amphitheater. www.bellaterra-hb.com   photos

September 23, 2006 Band - The Blast at Silky Sullivan from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Location: 10201 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley, CA Call: (714) 963-2718

September 23, 2006  Tour -  Take a tour of the Shipley Nature Center. Trained docents provide renovation information, answer questions, and lead tours. You are free to wander the trails, view renovation progress, and spot birds, turtles and other wildlife. Note that the gates are closed for inclement weather, and the Nature Center may be closed for major holiday weekends and the fifth Saturday in some months. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: Donations accepted.  Location: Huntington Central Park West on Golden West Street between Slater Ave. and Talbert - Central Library Dr., Huntington Beach, CA (Map Location: 17732 Golden West St.) Call: (714) 842-4772.  www.fsnc.org  Photos

September 23, 2006  Band -  The Crowd  9:00pm-1:00am. Place: Fitzgerald's. Location: 19171 Magnolia St., Huntington Beach, CA. 92646 Call: (714) 968-4523 www.fitzgeraldsoc.com

September 23, 2006 Band -  Griffdog Records off the album.  Time: 10 p.m. No Cover. 21 plus, ID. Gallagher's Pub and Grill, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (714) 536-2422. photos

September 23, 2006  Bands - Grunge Street, plus Prophecy, a tribute to Queensryche at Marlin Bar.  Marlin Bar & Grill, 16651 Gothard Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Call: (714) 842-5587

September 23,  2006  Live Music - April Spain Duo  in the Red Chair Lounge. Hyatt's Red Chair Lounge night club. The Red Chair Lounge is the perfect place to unwind, meet friends, enjoy billiards or sit by the fire and warm your heart. Their signature high back chair is complimented by warm colors, rich wood paneling and both indoor and outdoor seating. The Red Chair Lounge specializes in a wide-variety of Premium Spirits, Infused Martinis and Signature Cocktails.  Time: 8:30pm - 11:30pm. No cover. 21+. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Location: 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA   photos

September 23,  2006   Savage City - Live music with acoustic sounds at Pete's Sunset Grille. Time: 7 to 10 p.m.  Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Location: 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA

September 23, 2006 Band - Rum Soaked Raisins at Perqs Nite Club. 21+, 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach. 714-960-9996. Time: 9 p.m. photos

September 23, 2006 Comedy- Orange County's Funniest Person Contest Prelims, Round 8, Time: 8:30 p.m. 21+, valid ID required. $10 Cover & $10 minimum order per person. Martini Blues Supper Club for full Full Dining and Bar. Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 www.martiniblues.com, Call: (714) 840-2129.  Photos

September  23, 2006  Band and Dancing at The Arbors, 6060 Warner, Huntington Beach, CA . Cost: Free. Call: (714) 842-5111. Photos

September 23, 2006  Band - Dennis Jones. Time: 9 p.m.  21+, valid ID required. Cover & $10 minimum order per person. Martini Blues Supper Club for full Full Dining and Bar. Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 www.martiniblues.com, Call: (714) 840-2129.  Photos

September 23,  2006  Bands - Jamnesia (Amnesia tribute). Time: 9 p.m. 21+, valid ID required. Cover & $10 minimum order per person. Martini Blues Supper Club for full Full Dining and Bar. Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 www.martiniblues.com, Call: (714) 840-2129. Photos

September 23, 2006 Band - Say When plays from 8 to 10 p.m. at Chimayo's, 315 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: 714-374-7273.

September 23, 2006    DJ Freestyles presents Manipulating Vibrations, an eclectic mix of tunes to enhance your dining experience.  Time: 8 p.m. to Close at Red Pearl Kitchen, 412 Walnut Ave. Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 969-0224. Photos

Nearby

September 23, 2006  Concert - Buddy Guy in San Juan Capistrano at The Coachhouse. Location: 33157 Camino Capistrano. Call: (949) 496-8930.

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

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