The Huntington Beach Elks Lodge #1959 located at 7711 Talbert Ave. in Huntington Beach 714-848-9440 holds regular bingo Matinee every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 14, 2018; Starts 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, November 21, 2018; Starts 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2018; Starts 10:00 a.m.
Early Birds at 11:00 a.m. Free – Coffee, Tea and Popcorn, Food and Soft Drinks Available for Purchase ATM On Site, Lunch Served.
For the benefit of youth, vets, special kids, police, firefighters and other groups in South Orange County Saddleback Valley communities, Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444 is holding its regular Wednesday night Charity Big Bucks Bingo on the following dates:
Wednesday, November 14, 2018; Starts 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 21, 2018; Starts 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2018; Starts 6:00 p.m.
Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444
25092 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Presented by the Huntington Beach Art Center Artist Council & The Hutington Beach Art Center Foundation.
Dressed to Inspire Fundraiser
November 16, 2018 | 7– 10 p.m.
Cost $40 per Ticket
Support the Huntington Beach Art Center’s education and exhibition programs! Join us for a night of fun, food, music, and a silent auction. Wear your best repurposed thrift store apparel and show us what you can do with reclaimed, recycled, and repurposed clothing. There will be prizes for the most inspiring and crowd favorite outfit. Spend an evening in the gallery enjoying a special preview of the annual “Inspired” Artist Council Exhibition. Purchase tickets online at www.huntingtonbeachartcenter.org or call the Art Center (714) 374-1650 for more information.
Professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist, Kerri Walsh Jennings' event series, p1440, is heading to Huntington State Beach at Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Brookhurst on Friday, Nov. 30 through Sunday, Dec. 2. p1440 Huntington Beach will feature two tournaments—the p1440 Beach Volleyball Top Guns Invitational—featuring 16 of the best players of each gender from around the world and the p1440 Beach Volleyball Young Guns Invitational—welcoming all talented athletes to participate in a 24-team main draw and double elimination tournament. The three-day event will also give attendees the opportunity to participate in its health & wellness village with high-intensity interval workouts and volleyball training with top trainers—including Kerri's, daily yoga and meditation sessions, live cooking demos, tips from health experts, samples from wellness vendors and more. The family-friendly event also caters to all ages with its dedicated "Kid's Court" that includes kid-friendly games and activities, immersive art experiences, entertainment and more.
November 30-December 2, 2018Fri., Nov. 30 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Huntington State Beach 21601 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Just in time for holiday shopping! Gem Faire, the Largest Jewelry & Bead Show in Southern CA, returns to Costa Mesa Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2018 at OC Fair & Event Center, located at 88 Fair Dr., in Costa Mesa. Hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, and Sun. 10am-5pm. The event is open to the public. Admission of $7 is valid for the entire weekend.
Explore unique and unforgettable holiday gifts that fit every budget. Nearly 200 exhibitors from all over the world will be on site with the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gems, beads, minerals, fashion accessories, and much more. Take advantage of buying direct from the importers and wholesalers. From loose gemstones, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, supplies and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing service is available while you shop. Free door prize drawings are conducted every hour throughout the event.
Mark your calendar! Gem Faire will be in Costa Mesa for three days only! Buy quality gems, jewelry and beading supplies directly from the source right in your town only at Gem Faire. For more information, visit www.gemfaire.com or contact Gem Faire, Inc. at (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.
Musical Theatre West (MTW) brings everyone's favorite Elf to the Carpenter Performing Arts Center 6200 E Atherton St, Long Beach in the new holiday classic Elf: The Musical November 30 – December 9. Tickets are now on sale at www.musical.org, by calling (562) 856-1999, or at the Musical Theatre West box office. Tickets start at $20.
Friday, November 30, 7pm
Saturday, December 1, 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 2, 1pm & 6pm
Wednesday, December 5, 7pm
Thursday, December 6, 2pm & 7pm
Friday, December 7, 7pm
Saturday, December 8, 2pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 9, 1pm & 6pm
Based on the cherished film starring Will Ferrell, Elf: The Musical features songs by Tony Award nominees, Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on Broadway, The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
Elf: The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy (Matt Owen), a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa's (Bryan Dobson) bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy's enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father (Mark Edgar Stephens), discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf! Peggy Hickey (Broadway: Anastasia and A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder) serves as Director / Choreographer with Music Direction by Dennis Castellano (MTW: White Christmas, Nice Work If You Can Get It). Bill Burns (Broadway: Disney's Beauty and the Beast, La Cage Aux Folles) serves as Associate Director/Choreographer.
MTW's production boasts a cast of Broadway, National Tour, regional, and local actors. Matt Owen recreates his role of "Buddy," which he performed at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Additional credits include performances of Oklanhoma!, Titanic, Gypsy, Pippin, 1776, and Anything Goes.
Bryan Dobson (Santa) has starred in numerous national and European tours, including Jesus Christ Superstar (Herod), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Brad), Aladdin (Genie), and Man of La Mancha (Tenorio). MTW audiences will remember his critically acclaimed turn as Old Lou in the Southern California premiere of Yankee Doodle Dandy!
Kim Huber (Emily) starred on Broadway as Belle in Disney's Beauty and the Beast and originated the role on the national tour. Also on Broadway, Huber performed the role of Betty Schaeffer in the original company of Sunset Boulevard with Glenn Close, and originated the role of Grace Parker in Marie Christine at Lincoln Center, starring Audra McDonald.
Mark Edgar Stephens (Walter) Broadway and National Tour credits include roles in Sunset Boulevard (Joe Gillis), A Chorus Line (Don Kerr), and Oliver! (Bill Sykes), starring opposite Andrea McArdle. A mainstay on the regional theatre circuit, Stephens appeared in numerous productions, including Cinderella; She Loves Me; Actor, Lawyer, Indian Chief; Into the Woods; and Zorba and as a frequent guest on numerous daytime and prime time television shows
Young audiences will recognize 12-yeart-old Travis Burnett (Michael) from his recurring role on The Disney Channel's "Raven's Home," and his starring turn as Dylan in "So Shook." A seasoned actor, he has appeared in more than a dozen productions, including Musical Theatre West's production of Mary Poppins (Michael Banks), Newsies at the La Mirada Theatre (Les), and The Music Man at the Palos Verdes Performing Arts Center (Winthrop).
Don't miss the show certain to make everyone embrace their inner elf. This production is made possible thanks to the support of Season Sponsors: The Port of Long Beach and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission; Honorary Producers: Ackerman Family/Evalyn M Bauer Foundation, Ken & Dottie Reiner, Don & Marlene Temple, and Kathy Baker Cambell and KC Wilson. Youth Performance Underwriters: Patti Beckman and Bonnie Klein. Paul Garman serves as Executive Producer/Director of Musical Theatre West.
To kick off the holiday season, thousands of community members will count down to the Huntington Beach giant snowflake lighting during the annual "Light a Light of Love" holiday celebration and fundraiser to benefit nonprofit Waymakers' Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, a "safe haven" for homeless, runaway, abused and at-risk youth.Waymakers is an Orange County nonprofit that provides counseling and support services to struggling children and families at their greatest time of need. The Waymakers' Huntington Beach Youth Shelter is working in partnership with the City of Huntington Beach to host the event. The festivities, including a children's holiday parade, will take place along Main Street in Huntington Beach and at Huntington Beach Pier Plaza. The main event highlight is a beautiful lighting ceremony of more than 83 giant snowflakes throughout Main Street and the pier. An opportunity for children to have their picture taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at Pier Plaza following the children's parade will also be available. Plus, throughout the celebration performances from local organizations and high school groups will be held on stage at Pier Plaza.Sunday, December 2, 2018, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.The schedule of events during Light a Light of Love will include:
· 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Pier Plaza EntertainmentEntertainment will include musical acts from local organizations and high school groups, performing family and seasonal favorites. Highlights will include the Marina High School Band and the Huntington Beach High School dance team.· 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. – Children's Holiday ParadeTo be led down Main Street from Orange Avenue to Pier Plaza, the holiday parade will bring together local community children groups, high school marching bands and youth organizations including St. Simon & Jude Dolphinettes, City of Huntington Beach Junior Lifeguards, Hudson Dance Academy and others. The parade will also feature woodie cars, corvettes, therapy dogs, Miss Huntington Beach and her court, Huntington Beach Jr. Lifeguards and Surf City Santa and Mrs. Claus on a fire truck.· 5:00 p.m. – Surf City Santa Meet and GreetImmediately following the parade, Surf City Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will meet and take pictures with children at Pier Plaza.· 6 p.m. sharp – Snowflake Lighting Ceremony on the PierThe lighting of more than 83 6-foot-tall sponsored snowflakes on Huntington Beach Pier, and throughout Main Street, will be kicked off at the pier with a countdown by event grand marshals just before 6 p.m. Snowflakes will light at 6 p.m. sharp and are sponsored by groups, businesses and individuals, with proceeds in support of the Waymakers' Huntington Beach Youth Shelter's emergency and therapeutic programs for youth in crisis.Huntington Beach Pier Plaza located at Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach, Calif. Media parking is available at the Pier Plaza parking at Pacific Coast Highway and 6th Street, and also in parking structures near the water.Proceeds from Light a Light of Love will benefit the Waymakers' Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, which since opening its doors eleven years ago has helped over 1,300 homeless, runaway and struggling Orange County youth and their families between ages 11 and 17, most who are trying to cope with issues kids should never face, such as early-childhood trauma. The trained staff has an excellent success rate of reuniting children with their families, at nearly 90 percent, by finding solutions to their very complex problems.The Shelter's mission runs much deeper than just a place to stay, as they provide a place for homeless, runaway and at-risk youth 24/7, 365 days a year. As emergency crisis and intervention programs, the Waymakers' Huntington Beach Youth Shelter aims to achieve: family strengthening and reunification, homeless prevention, diversion of at-risk youth from the juvenile justice system, and school drop-out prevention. In addition to providing youth with a safe haven and protection from the dangers of the streets, the shelter also provides youth and their families with professional comprehensive services including individual, group and family therapy, academic support, job/career readiness, life skills and aftercare.
The Nutcracker by Ballet Repertory Theatre will be performed on December 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:00 pm at the Golden West College Theater, 15751 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647.
December 8, 15, and 22 at 2:00 pm
December 9, 16, 23, and 24 at 1:00 pm
December 9, 16, and 23 at 5:00 pm
Enjoy Ballet Repertory Theatre's cherished 42-year-old tradition of bringing beloved holiday music to life with nearly 300 performers in dazzling costumes. Travel with young Clara through a magical world of life-size dolls, toy soldiers, colossal mice, and delicate snowflakes to the fabulous Land of Sweets, home of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. Exuberant French, Spanish, Arabian, Russian, and Chinese dancers await you, along with twirling candy canes and waltzing flowers. With 15 enchanting performances, Orange County's longest-running Nutcracker is the ultimate feel-good family tradition.
(Ballet Repertory Theatre, the resident ballet company of the Orange County Dance Center in Huntington Beach and is not affiliated with Golden West College.)Ticket purchases: www.gwctheater.com, 714-895-8150, or one hour before show time
Ticket prices: $20 for general admission or $16 for seniors, veterans, students, and children
Orange County Women's Chorus 2018 - 2019 Season
Nun That I Know Of: An Unconventional Convent Christmas
A holiday concert is a "sister act" of music written, performed, or inspired by nuns! Hear works by Mendelssohn, Cozzolani, Tavener, Szymko, and more. Trust us—this music is so beautiful, you'll want to make it a habit.
Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Newport Harbor Lutheran Church, 798 Dover Drive, Newport Beach
Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church, 18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach
Stabat Mater
Pergolesi's exquisite and much-loved Stabat Mater(featuring string quartet and organ). This will be a musical experience not to be missed, and not to be forgotten.
Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Newport Harbor Lutheran Church, 798 Dover Drive, Newport Beach
Sunday, March 17, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church, 18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach
Paintbox
"Can you just imagine how dull the world would be? If just one single color was all we got to see?" – Shane Derolf
Join us as we dip our brushes into the multi-hued possibilities of music about color, both literal and figurative. Alongside our rainbow of songs, we will feature art projects created by children from local schools.
Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Newport Harbor Lutheran Church, 798 Dover Drive, Newport Beach
Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church, 18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach
Purchase Tickets at: www.ocwomenschorus.org
Adults: $30; Seniors (65+): $25; Students (with ID): $15
The Calvary Chapel of the Harbour 16450 Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 100 (in Peters Landing) Huntington Beach presents A Christmas Carol on December 9th. 10, 11th, 13th and 14th at 7 p.m. and on December 16th at 3:00 p.m. and 7 p.m.
17th Annual Curly's Cowboy Christmas is December 15!
Order Tickets: 760-240-3330
DINNER & SHOW Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 6:00pm $50.00 each or $95.00 per couple Holiday Inn, Victorville, California
The Academy for the Performing Arts, a magnet program for the Huntington Union High School District, presents '"Side Show" by its Musical Theatre department.
1905 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
January 11-13 & 18-20, 2019
Friday & Saturday: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $25 for general admission, $40 for reserved VIP
Available at: hbapa.org/see
Contact: APA Office at (714) 536-2514 ext. 4025
HB APA presents "Side Show," a musical based on the true story of conjoined twins Violet and Daisy Hilton who became stars during the Depression. "Side Show" is a moving portrait of two women joined at the hip whose extraordinary bondage brings them fame, but denies them love.HB APA's Musical Theatre department presents its annual fundraiser and show, which will be complete with opportunity baskets, auctions, and a pre-show one hour before each performance
Celebrating its 15th year the weekend of Friday April 12th, Saturday April 13th, and Sunday April 14th, the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance presented by LPL Financial will be returning to the stunning shores of La Jolla, California. Earning the reputation as one of the finest internationally renowned classic automobile showcases in the United States, the La Jolla Concours continues to attract discerning car enthusiasts from around the globe. In 2019, the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance will be celebrating Cadillac as the honored marque. Cadillac is the oldest surviving brand in the United States, dating back to 1901, which promises a stunning assortment of models to be showcased at the 15th Annual La Jolla Concours. In addition to Cadillac, La Jolla Concours will celebrate 100 years of Bentley and the 50th Anniversary of the Mach 1 Mustang. In total, attendees can expect to see over 130 spectacular automobiles from around the world.
This celebratory automotive weekend will begin on Friday, April 12th with an exclusive private themed party. Saturday, April 13th, will kick off with the annual Tour d'Elegance, followed by a VIP Reception on the Concours lawn that evening. Saving the most extravagant for last, the weekend will conclude with the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance on Sunday, April 14th with over 130 world class autos, a champagne and honey tasting garden, a VIP Lounge, and Hospitality Suites. Staying true to tradition, we will also be featuring the La Jolla Motor Car Classic at the Concours, which will once again be free and open to the public and will expand the show from the Ellen Browning Scripps Park into the La Jolla Village roadways displaying a variety of automobiles.
The 15th Annual La Jolla Concours d'Elegance proceeds will go towards La Jolla Historical Society, which preserves the history of the gem known as La Jolla. In addition to the La Jolla Historical Society, the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance benefits several additional local community nonprofit partners each year. To purchase tickets to all of these coveted weekend events or to register your vehicle, please visit www.lajollaconcours.com or call 619.233.5008.
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