January 23, 2007 Film Premier -  "Almost Beautiful." The World Premiere Screening will be held at the Huntington Central Library Theater in Huntington Beach, California. The screening will be open to the general public, however tickets are limited and are on first-come, first-served basis, so plan ahead because they will go fast. "Almost Beautiful" explores a group of musicians who make up the popular goth/rock band, The Last Dance , and documents their every move during the making & touring of their 2005 album, "Once Beautiful." General Admission is $5. Ages 14 and up. Showtime: 7 pm. Arrivals: 6:30pm. Huntington Beach Central, Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. www.tldmovie.com

January 23, 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.  Photos

January 23, 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.  Photo

January 23, 2007  Wetlands viewing - Birders, nature lovers and the curious are invited to drop by the Bolsa Chica Ecological Preserve, 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.  Photos

January 23, 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  Photos

January 23, 2007  Locals Night - Welcome back to Downtown HB! Enjoy discounts for local residents. Participants & coupons

January 23, 2007   Comedy - Stand Up Comedy Tuesday Tons of Laugh in the Legends Room at Martini Blues. 21+, valid ID required. Time: 8:30 p.m. No cover. Martini Blues Supper Club for full Full Dining and Bar. Live Entertainment Nightly! Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 www.martiniblues.com, Reservations: 714-840-2129 $10 minimum order per person.  Photos

January 23, 2006  Course - Introduction to GPS at REI Huntington Beach - Learn the basics of GPS! This class will give an overview of the features and functions of GPS units to get you headed in the right direction. So, if you recently purchased a GPS or you’re in the process of looking, and want to learn more, then this class is for you. Time: 7 p.m. Location: REI Huntington Beach, Bella Terra Mall, REI, Bella Terra mall  7777 Edinger Avenue, #138, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (714) 379-1938. Cost: Free. No registration required.

January 23, 2007  Gondola cruise from world class gondoliers. Location: Peter's Landing and Marina, Huntington Beach (Pacific Coast Highway @ Anderson). You can dine at Captain Jack's in Sunset Beach and schedule pick-up from restaurant. Cost: $75 approx. Sunset Gondolas   Photos & Tickets

January 23, 2007 Jazz - Captain Doc James features Doc James, Vocalist / Keyboards. Cavallino Ristorante, 8052 Adams Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92646. Call (714) 536-6665.

January 23, 2007  Band  at Tumbleweed's Bar & Grill, 21+.  Begins after 8 p.m. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776. 

January 23, 2007  Karaoke with KJ Darlene in Celebrity Room at Martini Blues 21+, valid ID required. Time: 8 p.m. No cover. Martini Blues Supper Club for full Full Dining and Bar. Live Entertainment Nightly! Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. www.martiniblues.com, Reservations: 714-840-2129 $10 minimum order per person.  Photos

January 23, 2007  Movies - at Regency Charter Centre Cinemas, Address 7822 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Call: (714) 596-3456.  Babel Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 22 min. (5:00), 8:00; Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Ka Rated (R) • 1 hr. 24 min. (12:00), (1:50), (3:45), (5:45), 7:45, 9:45; Casino Royale Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 24 min. (1:00), (4:00), 7:00, 9:55; Deja Vu Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 8 min. 7:30, 10:05; Flushed Away Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 26 min. (11:30 AM), (1:30), (3:30), (5:30); The Holiday Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 16 min. (12:30), (3:30), 6:45, 9:40 and Stranger Than Fiction Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 45 min. (11:45 AM)

January 23, 2007  Movies - Century 20 Huntington Beach Bella Terra, 7777 Edinger Ave. (714) 895-3456. Alpha Dog Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 2 min. 11:35 AM, 2:20, 5:05, 7:55, 10:35; Arthur and the Invisibles Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 43 min. 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30; Blood Diamond Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 18 min. 7:20, 10:25; Charlotte's Web Rated (G) • 1 hr. 53 min. 11:30 AM, 1:55, 4:25; Children of Men Rated (R) • 1 hr. 49 min. 11:40 AM, 2:20, 5:00, 7:40, 10:15; Curse of the Golden Flower (Man cheng jin dai huang jin jia) Rated (R) • 1 hr. 54 min. 11:45 AM, 2:25, 5:10, 7:45, 10:25; Dreamgirls Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 5 min. 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:50; Eragon Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 39 min. 12:00, 2:35, 5:05; Freedom Writers Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 3 min. 11:15 AM, 2:00, 4:45, 7:35, 10:20; The Good Shepherd Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 40 min. 11:50 AM, 3:25, 7:05, 10:35; Happily N'Ever After Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 15 min. 11:10 AM, 1:25, 3:40, 5:50, 8:00, 10:10;  The Hitcher Rated (R) • 1 hr. 30 min. 11:10 AM, 1:20, 3:30, 5:40, 7:50, 10:00; The Last King of Scotland Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 3 min. 1:10, 4:15, 7:15, 10:05; Letters From Iwo Jima Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 21 min. 12:40, 3:55, 7:00, 10:05; Night at the Museum Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 48 min. 11:15 AM, 12:35, 1:50, 3:10, 4:35, 5:45, 7:15, 8:25, 9:55; The Painted Veil Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 4 min. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25, 10:15; Pan's Labyrinth (El Laberinto del Fauno) Rated (R) • 1 hr. 50 min. 11:20 AM, 2:00, 4:45, 7:30, 10:10; Primeval Rated (R) • 1 hr. 34 min. 7:35, 9:50; The Pursuit of Happyness Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 56 min. 11:25 AM, 2:15, 5:00, 7:50, 10:30; Stomp the Yard Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 55 min. 11:35 AM, 2:15, 4:55, 7:40, 10:20 and We Are Marshall Rated (PG) • 2 hrs. 7 min. 7:30, 10:30

January 23, 2007 at Pierside SurfCity 6 Cinemas - 300 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA (714) 969-3151. Dreamgirls Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 5 min. (3:55), 7:00; The Good Shepherd Rated (R) • 2 hrs. 40 min.  6:35; The Hitcher Rated (R) • 1 hr. 30 min. (5:05), 7:30; Night at the Museum Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 48 min. (4:30), 7:00; Primeval Rated (R) • 1 hr. 34 min. (4:15); The Pursuit of Happyness Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 56 min. (4:55) and The Queen Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 37 min. (4:40), 7:15