August 30, 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 30, 2008  Civil War Re-enactment and Encampment. Live canon battles, camps, actors in costume and food vendors. Schedule: Saturday, Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. opens, 1:30 p.m. battle; living history weapons demo at 2:30 p.m., final battle at 4 p.m., twilight concert to follow.  Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA Call Kelly at (714) 969-8928 or email Hbhistory@aol.com

August 30, 2008 POSTPONED! Boardfest All Girls Surfing, Skateboarding event. Free concerts, free games, booths, and competition with top female athletes in beach sports such as surfing and skateboarding.  Time: Daily begins at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Festival is open to the public, free. Live entertainment starts daily at 10 a.m. Location: South side of  Huntington Beach Pier on the beach, Huntington Beach, CA. boardfest.com

August 30, 2008 Blues & BBQ -  Pete’s Sunset Grille creates a festive atmosphere in its outdoor patio overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Summertime fun with the Blues & BBQ at Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa offers a tasty, finger-licking menu and some hot blues for cool summer nights. Cost: $35/person;  $15/age 5-10 ; Free: 4 and under. Time: 7  to 10 p.m.  Location:  Pete's Sunset Grille, 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 845-4775. huntingtonbeach.hyatt.com

August 30, 2008 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.

August 30, 2008 Band - Party Jones, a SoCal favorite brings rock to Pelican Isle.  Time: 8 p.m. to midnight. Pelican Isle, 16400 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA  (562) 592-3221

August 30, 2008 Band - Midlife Crisis. No cover. Time: 5 to 9 p.m. Location: Taco Surf,  16821 Pacific Coast Hwy, Sunset Beach, CA. Call: (562) 592-2290.

August 30, 2008 Hip Hop - with Technicali, THE LOST ART, HOCHII, ROCK BOTTOM w/ special guests at Blue Cafe, 21+. PCH & Warner, HB, CA.

August 30, 2008 The Mantors - Mentors Tribute, PC 101 - 80’s punk tribute at Surf City Saloon, Ellis & Beach Blvd., HB, CA. Starts at 10 p.m., 21+

August 30, 2008  Best Live Bands with Echo Love Chamber. 21+ $7 cover after 8:30 p.m. at Hurricanes Bar & Grill. Location: 200 Main, upstairs, HB, CA.

August 30, 2008 Rum Soaked Raisins - Band plays live at Perqs. Time: after 9 p.m., 21+. Location: 117 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 960-9996.

Nearby

LAGUNA BEACH -  Sawdust Festival. Sawdust Art Festival features over 175 artists and creators with original, handcrafted gift items that include: hand blown glass, ceramics, clothing, ornaments, jewelry, painting, sculpture and so much more. Admission includes complimentary art project for all ages, entertainment, 3 outdoor cafés and artist demonstrations including glass blowing. Call (949) 494-3030 Address: 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach, CA. Cost: $TBD/person. Hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily.