Calendar of Events
 

THURSDAY,  JANUARY 10, 2008

January 10, 2008    Rotary Club of HB Meeting. Interested in joining this community-minded service organization? Potential members invited to check out the opportunities. Time: Noon. Location: Meadowlark Golf Course, 16782 Graham St., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 847-8989.

January 10, 2008  Sunset Gondola Cruise Tickets. Individuals, couples and families can take a  personal gondola tour.

January 10, 2008   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. 

January 10, 2008  Sports Clinic - Preparing for Mt. Whitney. Preparing for Mt. Whitney Clinic explains the raffle to get your permits secured for the Mt. Whitney Trail.  Learn all the details of the permit process and how to best prepare for your trip. Training and nutrition tips that will help you climb the highest mountain in the lower 48 is a best bet for serious climbers. Time: 7 p.m.  Location: Huntington Beach REI,  Bella Terra mall  7777 Edinger Avenue, #138, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (714) 379-1938. Cost: Free.

January 10, 2008  Battle of the Bands - OC Music Awards brings Thunder Thursdays to 'Canes. Time: 8 to 10 p.m. Cover: $5/person. Free Brat Buffet.   Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA Call: (714) 374-0500. 21+, ID. hurricanesbargrill.com. Photos

January 10, 2008   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. 

January 10, 2008  Open Musicians - Bring your guitar, musical talent and instruments to get your chance to perform with the talented musicians that frequent Perqs in downtown Huntington Beach on Main Street, just a block from the beach and pier.  Time: 8 PM. 21+. Location: 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 960-9996. perqs.com   Photos

January 10, 2008   Shipley Nature Center - Open to the public, it includes an interpretive center with educational exhibits, nature trails for wildlife viewing and native gardens.

January 10, 2008  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. 

January 10, 2008  Surfing Sounds Exhibit - Features the works and memorabilia of The Beach Boys. Learn about this top-selling band worldwide who brought a sound that lives today. Location: Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum. Location: 411 Olive Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Time: Noon to 5 p.m. Cost:$2/donation, Kids $1. Call: (714) 960-3483. surfingmuseum.org
 

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