Whole Foods Laguna Niguel Grand Opening - Laguna Niguel
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

“Bread Breaking Ceremony” to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Whole Foods Market Laguna Niguel. The new neighborhood culinary destination and hang out will host a variety of events following the grand opening to allow the community to sample the store’s offerings and take some goodies home.

The first 300 customers in line for the 9:00 a.m. “bread breaking ceremony” will receive a complimentary demi-baguette. There will also be delicious foods to taste and the Seafood Team will be outside grilling in the afternoon

LOCATION:
Whole Foods Market Laguna Niguel
23932 Aliso Creek Road

Green Fair 2012 - Santa Ana
May 17, 2012
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The County's Green Fair Mission is to raise awareness regarding environmental concerns on how consumers can reduce their impact on the earth by selecting sustainable, eco-friendly products and services, reducing energy consumption, conserving water and limiting their dependence on fossil fuels.

The event is free to the public and will feature green products and services from approximately 100 vendors, vendor giveaways, door prizes, networking, food, and much more.

LOCATION:
Santa Ana Civic Center Plaza
333 W. Santa Ana Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Music By the Bay - Newport Beach
Friday, May 18, 2012
6-8:00 p.m.

Music by the Bay is ExplorOcean / Newport Harbor Nautical Museum’s popular musical reception series. Please join us for an evening of fun and friends at the Museum. Enjoy a night of live music and complementary wine and appetizers on our waterfront courtyard and galleries overlooking the beautiful surroundings of Newport Harbor. Come early to enjoy restaurants, retailers and attractions along the boardwalk. Please visit our website for details about the event.

Admission is FREE for museum members and $10 for non-members.

LOCATION:
ExplorOcean/Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
600 East Bay Avenue
Newport Beach, CA

INFORMATION / RESERVATIONS:
For reservations please call (949) 675-8915 or email rsvp@nhnm.org.

Yorba Linda Lobsterfest - Yorba Linda
May 18, 2012
5:30 - 11:00 p.m.

One of Yorba Linda's biggest events, the all-you-can-eat Lobsterfest is YL Sunrise Rotary's main fundraiser each year. Live & silent auction, live entertainment under the stars

LOCATION:
Yorba Linda Community Center
Casa Loma @ Imperial Highway

INFORMATION:
(714) 701-3027

Greek Festival
May 18-20, 2012

Come experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Greece at the OC Greek Fest: St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church’s Annual Greek Food Festival celebrating the food, music, and culture of Greece! Authentic Greek foods and homemade Greek pastries; traditional Greek dancing and Greek music (live music by Fotia); an outdoor marketplace and expansive 'Zorba’s Kidz Zone' with carnival rides & games and other activities for the children—plus more!—are all ready for your visit to Greece right here in Anaheim.

LOCATION:
St. John Greek Orth. Church
405 N. Dale St.
Anaheim

INFORMATION:
(714) 827-0182

St. Joachim Church & School Spring Fair - Costa Mesa
May 18-20, 2012

St. Joachim presents a SeaKings Atlantis themed fair. Dive into some fun new games and rides. Enjoy great food and new entertainment.

Ride Tickets: Special pre-sale price is 20 tickets for $15. ($20 for 20 tickets once the fair begins) Purchase tickets after mass on Sunday or in the parish office.

LOCATION:
St. Joachim Church
1964 Orange Ave.
Costa Mesa

Annual Muckenthaler Motorcar Festival - Fullerton
May 19-20, 2012
8 am - 2 pm

A One-of-a-kind Automotive Cultural Event. Featuring car rally, motor movies & Concours d’Elegance and Horseless Carriage Tour. Live performances in the outdoor amphitheater by The Pleasure Tones on Saturday and Janet Klein and Her Parlor Boys on Sunday. Proceeds benefit youth arts education and outreach programs.

Admission is $5.00 (Hot Rods & Customs)-Kids under 12 are free

LOCATION:
Held at Muckenthaler Cultural Center
1201 W. Malvern Ave.

INFORMATION:
714/738-6595

Doheny Blues Festival -
Dana Point
May 19-20, 2012

The Annual Blues Festival is the true kick-off to summer with a weekend filled with music, lots of vendors and a International Food Court that features foods from around the world. Be sure you come down to Doheny State Beach and celebrate the beginning of summer with Orange County’s Favorite and most anticipated annual summer festival!

LOCATION:
Doheny State Beach
Dana Point

Ticket Sales & info: (949) 360-7800

Whale Watching - Dana Point & Newport Beach

Gray Whales migrate annually along the west coast of North America. They can be seen from the Orange County coast from December through early April.

Summer and fall bring the giant blue whales. They can be seen from June through September

Since the Gray Whales migrate just a few miles off the coast, simple cruises from Dana Point and Newport Beach enable you to see these spectacular creatures in their natural habitat.

LOCATIONS:
You can book cruises at the following locations:

Orange County Mining Co.
Orange
9:30 am - 3 pm

Sunday Brunch in Orange County is a wonderful way to enjoy your weekend. At our View Restaurant, Sunday Brunch is always accompanied by champagne, rustic favorites, spectacular views and unique atmosphere. Our elaborate brunch menu includes-but is certainly not limited to-traditional breakfast foods and lunch favorites like barbeque, prime rib, teriyaki chicken and fresh fish selections. You can also choose to view sporting events in the bar or enjoy your Sunday Brunch on the Terrace. With enough variety to satisfy every appetite from the kids to the adults, this is one Sunday Brunch you'll keep coming back to!

LOCATION:
1000 Crawford Canyon Rd.
City of Orange

INFORMATION:
714-997-7411 (Discount $5/each adult seated before 10 am. Additional Sunday Brunch Coupons on Website)