December 15, 2007
Cruise of Lights - Boat tours of lighted
homes in Huntington Harbour. Time: Weekdays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- 8:00 pm. Tickets: $13/adult; $8.50/child. Saturday & Sunday 5:30 pm - 6:30
pm - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. $15/adult; $9/child. Family Night Reduced Rate
Tickets Monday December 17, 2007 $11/adult; $8/child. Order: HHPC-Cruise of
LightsŪ Tickets, 16889 Algonquin Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Fax
your order anytime to: 714/840-7573. cruiseoflights.org
December 15, 2007
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.
December 15, 2007 Art Exhibit - Huntington Beach artist Howard Hitchcock is
featured in Transitions, premiering new paintings and sculptures. Known for
his futuristic visions, Hitchcock has been recognized as a leader in the art
world. His work will be on display at Anderson Art Gallery through December
30. Time: 1 to 9 p.m., or by appointment. Location:
16812 Pacific Coast Highway, Sunset Beach, Ca. Call: (562) 592-4393.
December 15, 2007
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.
December 15, 2007
The Nutcracker Ballet. Presented by the Ballet Repertory Theatre, this
traditional, delightful Christmas Ballet is presented in its original,
full-length version for your holiday enjoyment. Location: Mainstage Theater.
Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Admission: $15 General; $14 ASB/GWC, Groups, Seniors;
$13 children under 12 years. Location: Main Stage Theater, Golden West
College, 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Phone Ticket Orders
and Ticket Info: (714) 895-8150 x1 or gwctheater.com
December 15, 2007 Santa Visit. Santa stops by Bella Terra for photos
with the kids. You can also give him your wish list. Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Bella Terra, 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Call: 714-897-2534 bellaterra-hb.com
December 15, 2007 Musical - 1940's Radio Hour presented by the Huntington
Beach Academy for Performing Arts at Huntington Beach High School. This
holiday musical will be presented in Westminster during the renovation of
the historic high school's tower building. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Rose
Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, CA. Call: (714)
793-1140 ext. 1.
December 15, 2007
Snowflakes light
up the Huntington Beach Pier and Main Street through New
Year's Day. Dozens of artificial snowflakes strewn with twinkling
lights adorn light downtown Huntington Beach. They are a delight to see.
There are on the pier and stretch along Main Street from Pacific
Coast Highway to Orange Avenue. Traditionally placed along Main Street and
the Huntington Beach Pier, they are truly beautiful displays of holiday
spirit in Huntington Beach. Watch the twinkling lights reflect on the
Pacific Ocean waters below.
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December 15, 2007 Skaters - Bring your roller skate, blades, inline,
bikes and join skaters who meet at Pier Plaza for an easy morning of
exercise. Time: Approx. 10:30 a.m. funroll.com
December 15, 2007 Wetlands viewing - Birders, nature lovers and the
curious are invited to drop by the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, one of
the West Coast's significant flyways for migrating birds. Bring binoculars
to enjoy even closer views of these soaring creatures. Location: Pacific
Coast Highway between Seapoint and Warner on the east side of the highway.
Enjoy 300 acres, plus a 1.5 mile loop trail. No pets or bikes
permitted on the trails. Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
December 15, 2007 Disc Frisbee Golf - The
public is invited to get out and compete in this exciting sport that's
relaxing and easy to learn. Location: Huntington Beach Disc Golf Course,
Central Park lot off Golden West Street between Talbert and Ellis. Time:
Daily. Call: (714) 425-9931.
December 15, 2007
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.
December 15, 2007 Art - Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central
Library on the first floor features works from amateur and professional
artists with varied themes that range from landscapes to abstracts. This
mixed media exhibit is free to see. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington
Beach, CA.
December 15, 2007 Shipley Nature Center - Open to the public, it
includes an interpretive center with educational exhibits, nature trails for
wildlife viewing and native gardens. Shipley Nature Center is an 18-acre
natural area open daily M-Sat 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone: 714-842-4772
December 15, 2007 Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Clara
Barton Chapter meeting announcement. The non-profit group is dedicated to
research and preservation of U.S. history relating to the American
Revolution. Location: 6652 Heil Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714)
848-4297.
December 15, 2007 Holiday Drop 'N' Shop. Kids
can be taken to American Tiger Martial Arts and Fitness center located
at 5489 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA, to allow parents to run errands
and shop for Christmas. Activities include games, crafts, building
forts and campfire songs. A snack will be provided, plus a pro pass
good for a martial arts uniform and complimentary month of classes. Time: 5
to 9 p.m. Cost: $15/first child, $10 additional per family. Sponsored by
Senior Girl Scout Troop 1129, proceeds will go towards a Girl Scout trip to
New York and materials for Gold Award Projects. RSVP, call Megan (714)
745-3735 or Rose at (562) 480-6538.
Nearby
Long Beach - Nutcracker Ballet.
Huntington Beach Coast City Ballet Nutcracker is a
uniquely-choreographed full length version of the Nutcracker Ballet.
Location: Millikan HS Auditorium, 2800 Snowden, Long Beach, CA tickets@coastcityballet.com.
Time: 1:30 & 7:30 pm
