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 Irvine
Park Railroad – 15th Annual Christmas Train to
Meet Santa Claus
December 2-4, 9-11, & 15-23, 2011
Take
an enchanting night ride through historic Irvine
Regional Park to meet and have your picture taken
with Santa Claus. In addition to riding the Irvine
Park Railroad, activities include story time with
Mrs. Claus, Christmas cookie decorating, a Santa
Claus moon bounce, Christmas coloring corner,
carnival games, picture stands and more. Hot food
and snacks are available for purchase.
The
cost to ride the Christmas Train is $8.00 per
person. Children younger than 24 months ride free.
Prices for activities vary. For directions, costs
and additional information or to purchase tickets,
visit us online at www.irvineparkrailroad.com
LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
INFORMATION:
(714) 997-3968
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 Get
Outdoors! OC at Clark Regional Park -
Buena Park
Saturday, December 3, 2011
11 am - 2 pm
Happier,
Healthier, Smarter…Join us for outdoor activities
geared to inspire your family to spend time outside.
Easy Naturalist led hikes, nature crafts, and
more! Each Get Outdoors event is at a different
location with various games and activities depending
on the park. Join us for all or part of this event.
Come early and join in Family Fossil Day sponsored
by Clark Regional Park from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00
p.m.
Cost: Free (This program is generously sponsored
by a grant.)
LOCATION:
Clark Regional Park
Buena Park
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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 Grandkids
Hike -
Upper Newport Bay
Saturday, December 10, 2011
10 am - 11:30 am
Join
Inside the Outdoors for a morning with nature
designed especially for toddlers and their grandparents!
Touch the trees, smell the sages, watch and listen
for wildlife. Everyone will use all of their senses
to explore nature.
Cost:
$5 per person/ $25 per family* Advance registration
required.
LOCATION:
Meet at Muth Interpretive Center
2301 University Dr
Newport Beach, CA
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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 103nd
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade 2011
Newport Beach
December 14-18, 2011
FREE to the public. The boat parade will light
up the harbor for five consecutive nights from
December 14 (Weds)-December 18, 2010 (Sunday).
The parade starts at Collins Island at 6:30 p.m.
and will last approximately two and a half hours
over 250 ships participate in the parade along
with hundreds of water front estates. Providing
the backdrop for the parade is the Ring of Lights
waterfront home and business decorating competition.
FREE for spectators, entry fee for participating
boats. Over million and half people view the parade
each year.
For
those of you that would like to be in parade Newport
Landing offers 2 general admission cruises
nightly every night of the parade that are a part
of the actual parade. Viewing the parade from
a ship means that you see all of the parade and
homes in full decor that line the waterfront.
General admission tickets can be reserved over
the phone.
LOCATION
FOR CRUISES:
Dec 1-Dec 31, 2011
Offered twice nightly at 5:45 pm & 8:00 pm
Newport
Landing Sportfishing
309 Palm - Suite A
Newport Beach Ca 92661
INFORMATION:
949-675-0551
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 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.
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:
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 Discovery
Science Center Presents: Science of Gingerbread
- Santa Ana
November 25 - January 1, 2011
Inside
the kitchen, much more is going on than pouring
and mixing – it’s science at work! Discovery Science
Center’s holiday festival is filled with festive
activities designed to bring families together
this holiday season. Don’t miss your chance to
meet Santa Claus and decorate your own holiday
cookies on select dates!
Hands-On Holiday Fun:
• Hands-on kitchen science activities • " Cookie
decorating on select dates • Santa Claus visits
on select dates • Award winning gingerbread displays
LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
INFORMATION:
714-542-2823
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January
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 Fiesta
Association Hairiest Man Contest - San
Juan Capistrano
January 14, 2012
1-4 pm
One
of the wackiest contests the Fiesta Association
holds. You must come to the sign-ups with a "Smooth
Puss" (clean shaven) and ready to be photographed
for the "Most Wanted" poster. You then have 8
weeks to grow a beard or moustache that will be
judged at the Fiesta Grande March 17th beginning
at 6:30 pm. Existing beards and moustaches are
also welcome.
There
is a $5.00 entry fee which goes to support the
Swallow's Day Parade.
LOCATION:
Swallows Inn
Ortega Hwy & Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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 Snow
Day - Fullerton
Saturday, January 28, 2012
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tons
of the frosty stuff is delivered to the dam to
enable youngsters to sled, make snow people, and
have old-fashioned snowball battles. Children
are advised to wear warm clothes and gloves. Space
is limited to 900 persons, and early registration
is recommended.
Location:
Brea Dam Park
1700 N. Harbor Blvd
Registration/Tickets
(714) 738-6575.
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Get
Outdoors! OC at Upper Newport Bay - Newport
Beach
Saturday, January 28, 2012
12 - 3 pm
Bring
your family to experience some of the same hands-on
environmental education activities that you have
enjoyed with the Inside the Outdoors Field Trips!
Hike trails with an experienced Naturalist, participate
in bird watching and join in educational activities
about the estuary.
Cost: Free (This program is generously sponsored
by a grant.)
LOCATION:
Meet their staff at the Muth Interpretive Center
2301 University Dr.
Newport Beach, CA
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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February
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Rotary/CARE Car Show to Benefit Rotary charities,
Capistrano Animal Rescue - San Juan Capistrano
February 4, 2012
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Car Show once again promises a fabulous display
of antique and classic cars and trucks, as well
as the return of the popular New-Car Row from
the 11 dealers of Capistrano Auto Center. South
County Lexus will display the stunning, exotic
2012 LFA sports coupe.
Attendees
will also be treated to entertainment, food from
Las Golondrinas, exhibits and prizes! Contributing
to the family-friendly atmosphere, a number of
car owners and guests bring their dogs, which
must be well-behaved and leashed.
LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Community Center/Sports Park
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Annual
Dr. Joe Cortese Memorial Motorcycle Poker Run
- Irvine
February 4, 2012
Honoring popular local vet who passed away in
2008, this fun ride begins at event sponsor Orange
County Harley-Davidson in Irvine and wends through
various south Orange County locations before finishing
at the popular fund-raiser, the Annual Rotary/CARE
Car Show in San Juan Capistrano.
The
fee of $30 for rider and $20 for passenger by
Jan. 27, or thereafter $35 for rider and $25 for
passenger, will include coffee and donuts, lunch,
prizes for best and worst poker hand and Car Show
admission.
STARTING
LOCATION:
Orange County Harley-Davidson
8677 Research Dr
Irvine, 92618
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 Surf
City (Pacific Shoreline) Marathon -
Huntington Beach
Super Bowl Weekend - February 5, 2012
This
exclusive oceanfront course is a California Dream!
Run on Pacific Coast Highway past the famous Huntington
Beach pier and wind through the legendary surfing
beaches of Southern California. Retro surf bands
entertain along the way and the Finish Line Party
includes a beach side beer garden in the California
sun. Finishers receive bodacious surfboard medals!
Location:
Huntington Street and Pacific Coast Hwy.
INORMATION:
888-422-ORUN (0786)
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 Starr
Ranch Sanctuary - After School with Starr Ranch
Biologists
Located in Trabuco Canyon
Thursdays Feb 9, 16, & 23, 2012
OR Fridays, Feb 10, 17 & 24, 2012
3:30 - 5 pm
The staff at Audubon’s Starr Ranch Sanctuary invite
kids ages 8 – 12 to come visit the Ranch after
school over three days this winter to learn how
our biologists conduct research on wild animals
and their habitats. Starr Ranch protects 4000
acres of wildlands in southeast Orange County.
The cost is $30 for the three-day session and
reservations are required. Wear clothes for outdoor
walking. Rain dates by arrangement.
LOCATION:
Starr
Ranch Sanctuary
100 Bell Canyon Road
Trabuco Canyon
RESERVATIONS
OR INFORMATION:
Reservations: 949-858-0131 or online at www.starr-ranch.org.
Questions: 949-858-0309.
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 Old
World Village Chocolate & Wine Festival -
Huntington Beach
Wednesday, February 11-12, 2012
The
Old World Village Chocolate & Wine Festival is
sure to be an unforgettable and fun event, with
something for everyone! Guests can expect to see
chocolatiers, bakers, candy makers, wine vendors,
and other chocolate and wine related vendors,
arts and crafts and gift vendors too!
General
Admission is FREE
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA
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 Taste
of San Juan - San Juan Capistrano
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
6-9 pm
Help
launch the kick-off celebration of the Fiesta
de las Golondrinas at The San Juan Hills Golf
Club. The Taste brings together many of San Juan's
marvelous restaurants under one roof to tempt
you with 'tastes' of their fare. Come and be tempted
by all there is at "The Taste of San Juan". Admission
is $20.00 per person which includes all tastes.
LOCATION:
San Juan Hills Golf Club
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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 Timberwolf
5 K Run/Walk - Irvine
Saturday, February 18, 2012
8:00 a.m.
This
USATF Certified 5K course was designed by former
NHS Track coach, Rob Duncanson, an age group winner
of numerous road races.
Walkers
and casual participants are welcome! Race Distances
include 5K Run/Walk and 1K Fun Run. Register by
January 29th for the best price.
LOCATION:
Northwood High School
4515 Portola Parkway
Irvine, CA
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 Los
Alamitos 'Race on the Base' - Los Alamitos
February 25, 2012
The yearly event has continued to provide not
only a forum for local avid runners and walkers,
but has also instilled a sense of pride and teamwork
between the Los Alamitos City Council, the citizens
of Los Alamitos, the Rossmoor Community Services
District, and the local business community.
The
race is held on the run ways at the Joint Forces
Training Base in Los Alamitos and features helicopters,
planes and military vehicles with music throughout
the course. Events and activities for the whole
family!
INOFORMATION:
562-430-1073
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Get
Outdoors! OC at O’Neill Regional Park
- Trabuco Canyon
February 25, 2012
12 - 3 pm
Happier,
Healthier, Smarter…Join us for outdoor activities
geared to inspire your family to spend time outside.
Easy Naturalist led hikes, nature crafts, and
more! Each Get Outdoors event is at a different
location with various games and activities depending
on the park. Feel free to drop in for all or part
of this free event.
Cost:
Free (This program is generously sponsored by
a grant.)
LOCATION:
O’Neill Regional Park
Trabuco Canyon
INFORMATION:
(714) 708-3885
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The
Kid's Pet Parade
Sunday, February 26, 2012
- Rain Date: Sunday, March 4, 2012
1 pm
Part of the annual Fiesta de las Golondrinas celebration.
Kids between the ages of 5 to 12 can show off
their favorite animals in a contest for, The
Cutest, Most Unusual, Best Team Costume (owner
and pet), Funniest & Most Obedient (pet, not
child).
Location:
At Cooks Park. Corner of La Novia and Calle Arroyo
in San Juan Capistrano al exhibit.
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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