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THURSDAY, AUGUST 14,  2008

August 14, 2008 Adventure Playground - Adventure Playground Huntington Beach. Located at Central Park, Adventure Playground allows kids to romp, roam, play in the mud, build forts, rafts, and generally get wet and dirty in pure fun that kids simply love. Rafting on a shallow pond, navigating a rope bridge, sliding down a mud slide and fort building with hammers, wood and nails are a few of the activities under adult supervision. Tennis shoes are required, and kids should bring a change of shoes and clothes in a plastic bag or some protected parcel. Showers and changing area are available for an event best suited for kids ages 5 to 12 years. Adventure Playground is open through August 18. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $2/ child with proof of residency; $3/group per person, non-resident. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave (up the hill past the Youth Shelter), Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 842-4481.

August 14, 2008  Surfing Theatre - Big Red Productions presents a surfing film for families to enjoy. At the affordable venue, Charter Centre, new admission rates ($3/person) make the event a standout for family and youth entertainment. Giveaways such as surf gear and surfing items, raffles and sometimes live entertainment by surfing bands are presented on this special surf theater night. Times: 7 & 9 p.m. Location: Regency Charter Centre Cinemas, 7822 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, Theater line: (714) 596-3456. Sponsorships are welcome, call Leslie or Carlos: (714) 842.4338.

August 14, 2008  The Eclectic Eye Art Exhibit - Photography of Anita Brace, who has traveled the globe in search of interesting faces and scenes, will be featured at this month-long event. Location: Huntington Beach Central Library, 7771 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Cost: Free admission. Time: Regular library hours. Call Anita for photo acquisition: (714) 878-1066. anitabrace.com

August 14, 2008 Steel Time - Funk, reggae, rock at Blue Cafe, Warner & PCH, HB, CA. 21+

August 14, 2008  Open Jam -  at Perqs. No cover, 21+. Fun begins at 9 p.m. Location: 117 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 960-9996. perqs.com

August 14, 2008 Thurzdate Night - Best Live Bands with DJ Matt, Happy Hour 4:30 - 7:30. 21+ no cover at Hurricanes Bar & Grill. Location: 200 Main, upstairs, HB, CA.

August 14, 2008 Outdoor Movie at Pier Plaza - Annual TripAdvisor Traveling Movie Tour outdoor film festival features Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1988) John Candy, Steve Martin. Time: Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movies begin at sundown. Everyone who attends is encouraged to bring a bag for donation to foster children in Southern California through our charity partner, Suitcases For Kids. Location: North side of Huntington Beach Pier, Pacific Coast Highway at Main St., (317 Pacific Coast Highway approx) Huntington Beach, CA. tripadvisor.com/Movie Tour