AROUND TOWN - Aug. 24, 1999 - Los Angeles Times

Aug. 24, 1999 12 AM PT

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TODAY

Gwyn Havens will teach the class “Meet Your Spirit Guides” at The Latest

Thing Teaching and Healing Center from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The fee for the

class is $35. The Latest Thing is at 270 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. To

Whole Foods Market Costa Mesa offers a free lecture, “Preventing Cancer

-- There is Only One True Cause,” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with Dr. In E.

Moon. Whole Foods Market is at 1870 Harbor Blvd. in Triangle Square,

Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949) 833-8989.

Free seminar and book signing for “Prostate Health in 90 Days” will be

presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Patio Cafe at Mother’s Market and

Kitchen, 225 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. Reservations required. For more

information, call (800) 595-6667.

Anne McAlpin will host a free “Packing Workshop” to teach the secrets of

packing techniques at 7 p.m. at Adventure 16. McAlpin is a world traveler

and packing expert and recently appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.”

Adventure 16 is at 1959 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa. For more information,

call (949) 650-3301.

WEDNESDAY

The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business After Hours Mixer

from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Robert Mondavi Wine & Food Center, 1570 Scenic

Ave., Costa Mesa. Tickets are $10 for potential members, visitors are

welcome. For more information, call (714) 885-9090.

A free seminar titled “Natural Solutions for PMS & Menopause” will be

presented from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Patio Cafe and Mother’s Market

and Kitchen, 225 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. Reservations required. For more

information, call (800) 595-6667.

Dr. Stuart Silverman will speak on “Fibromyalgia: A Multi-Disciplinary

Approach” at the Fibromyalgia Support Group at 7:30 p.m. in the Hoag

Hospital Cancer Center Auditorium, One Hoag Drive, Newport Beach.

Admission is free. To register or for more information, call (714)

840-8038.

Albert Taylor, author of “Soul Traveler: A Guide to Out-of-Body

Experiences and Wonders Beyond,” will speak on the subject at the Inside

Edge breakfast meeting at the University Club, UCI. Included in the

meeting are a full buffet breakfast, interactive table discussions,

informal networking and professional entertainment. The cost is $20 for

first-time guests, $35 for repeat guests. For reservations or more

information, call (949) 460-4242.

THURSDAY

The Crossroads Appaloosa Horse Show will be held through Aug. 29 at the

Equestrian Center of the Orange County Fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds is at

88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (760) 728-9149.

The Newport Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce’s Sunset After Hours Mixer

will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bristol Farms, 810 Avocado Ave., Corona

del Mar. Members are free. There’s a $10 charge for potential members.

For more information, call (949) 729-4400.

FRIDAY

Explore Crystal Cove State Park with naturalist Simon Fellowes on a full

moon hike from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Hikers will meet at the El Morro Visitor

Center. Crystal Cove State Park is at 8471 E. Coast Highway, Newport

Beach. The hike is approximately three miles on dirt roads. This is a

moderate hike, although some parts may be difficult. Not recommended for

children under 8. Wear good shoes, a jacket and bring water. Hikers will

be looking and listening for bats, owls, coyotes, raccoons and other

nocturnal creatures. For more information, call (949) 497-7647.

A home remodeling and decorating show will be held from noon to 8 p.m. in

Buildings 10 and 12 at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Admission is $5.75

for adults and $3 for seniors, children under 12 are free. The Fairgrounds is at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more information, call

(818) 909-9963.

Krista Kirkwood will lead a two-hour discussion on “Death in the New Age”

from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Latest Thing Teaching and Healing Center.

The fee is $10. The Latest Thing is at 270 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. For

more information, call (949) 645-6211.

SATURDAY

A complete garden planning seminar with Cristin Fusano will be presented

at 8:30 a.m. at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona del

Mar. Fusano will discuss what to add to your garden palette from

September through January. Learn how to prune, divide and fertilize. For

more information, call (949) 640-5800.

A traditional Italian Midsummer festival will be hosted by Stefano

Albano, general manager of Tutto Mare restaurant to benefit ChildHelp USA

at 6:30 p.m. in Bloomingdale’s Courtyard in Fashion Island. The event

will feature Italian specialties, music and dancing. For more

information, call Pam Arnett at (949) 721-0814.

A home remodeling and decorating show will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

in Buildings 10 and 12 at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Admission is

$5.75 for adults and $3 for seniors, children under 12 are free. The Fairgrounds is at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more information, call

(818) 909-9963.

A Full Moon Ritual will be held at The Latest Thing Teaching and Healing

Center from 7:30 to 9 p.m. with Sandra Sauer. The fee is $5. The Latest

Thing is at 270 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949)

645-6211.

SUNDAY

A home remodeling and decorating show will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

in Buildings 10 and 12 at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Admission is

$5.75 for adults and $3 for seniors, children under 12 are free. The Fairgrounds is at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more information, call

(818) 909-9963.

The Muscular Dystrophy Assn. will sponsor a free conference and seminar

on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at The Westin Hotel,

333 E. Blvd, Long Beach.

Dr. Stanley Appel, professor of neurology and chairman of the Neurology

Department at Boylor College will address ALS research. Other topics

include: Speech & Swallowing, Respiratory & Augmentative Communication

and Upper Body Mobility. For more information, call (714) 841-6939.

SEPT. 4

The Scooter Series Hunter/Jumper Show will be held at the Orange County

Fairgrounds today and Sept. 5. The event will take place at the

Equestrian Center. For more information, call (714) 708-1662.

Mariners Church Christian Singles will host a tour of the Getty Museum.

Travel by luxury bus, make new friends and enjoy the museum and gardens

for $18. The bus leaves the Mariners parking lot at 9:30 a.m. and

returning at 3:30 p.m. The last day to register is Aug. 29. To register

or for more information, call (714) 536-4863.

SEPT. 9-11

A craft and sewing festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in

Building 10 of the Orange County Fairgrounds. Admission is $7 for adults,

children 12 and under are free. For more information, call (801)

463-1200.

SEPT. 9-13

The Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Show will be presented at the Orange

County Fair & Exposition Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more

information, call (714) 708-1654.

SEPT. 12

“A Brass Fanfare,” featuring musicians from the Pacific Symphony

Orchestra’s brass section will launch the Newport Beach Public Library’s

late summer through spring Sunday Musicales at 3 p.m. The Newport Beach

Central Library is at 1000 Avocado Ave. For more information, call (949)

717-3801.

The grand opening of Adult Day Services of Orange County, a

state-of-the-art center specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care

will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Adult Day Services of Orange County is at

9451 Indianapolis Ave., Huntington Beach. For more information, call

(714) 593-9630.

SEPT. 16

The Newport Beach Central Library’s Parent-Son Book Club meets at 7 p.m.

Boys in fifth and sixth grades are invited to participate along with a

parent or guardian. The club meets the third Thursday of every month. The

Newport Beach Central Library is at 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach. To

SEPT. 17

Tai chi chih classes will begin at the Oasis Senior Center from 10:30 to

11:30 a.m. Tai chi chih is the gentle way to fitness with slow flowing,

nonstrenuous movements that can be done by anyone of any age or physical

ability. No special equipment or attire is required. The fee is $43 for

this eight-week class. Registration is ongoing. To register or for more

information, call (949) 644-3244.

The California Congress Quarter Horse Show will be presented through

Sunday in the Equestrian Center at the Orange County Fair & Exposition

Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (702)

242-3344.

SEPT. 18

The 15th annual California Coastal Cleanup Day will be held from 9 a.m.

to noon at more than 600 sites on California beaches, bays, rivers,

creeks, parks, roadsides and highways. To volunteer or for more

information, call Mark Patrick at (949) 509-6684.

“The Ultimate Toy & Collectible Expo” will be presented through Sunday

from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Bldg. 12 at the Orange County Fair & Exposition

Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. Early Bird entry is at 9 a.m. and

Early Bird admission is $7. Regular adult admission is $5. Children 7 and

under are free. For more information, call West Coast Trade Shows at

(714) 545-6270.

A computer show will be presented through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

in Bldg. 14 at the Orange County Fair & Exposition Center, 88 Fair Drive,

Costa Mesa. Admission for adults is $5. For more information, call Supper

Show Productions, Inc. at (714) 838-5941.

A Make Your Own Fossil Workshop will be held at the Museum of Natural

History in Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park in Laguna Niguel from

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about the fossils found in Orange County and make

your own plaster of Paris cast replica of a fossil to take home. The fee

is $2 for Orange County Natural History Museum members, $6 for

nonmembers. For reservations or more information, call (949) 831-3287.

“Colorful Natives for the Home Garden,” a program offered at Sherman

Library and Gardens in Corona del Mar, will be held at 9:30 a.m. David

Songster of the California Native Plant Society will share his knowledge

of California native plant growing. This program is part of the Weekend

Gardener Series which is free and open to the general public. For more

information, call (949) 673-2261.

The Republican party of Orange County will host the Orange County

Pro-Life PAC Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the Hyatt Alicante Hotel in Garden

Grove. The guest speaker will be state Senator Ray Haynes. For more

information, call Pat Fanelli at (714) 692-2003.

SEPT. 19

A bird fair will be presented from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Bldg. 10 at the

Orange County Fair & Exposition Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa.

Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $1 for children under 12.

For more information, call the Orange County Bird Breeders at (714)

828-2607.

SEPT. 20

The Republican Party of Orange County Central Committee will present its

general meeting at 7 p.m. at the South Coast Plaza Westin Hotel, 686

Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa. Admission is free. All Republicans are welcome.

For more information, call (714) 556-8555.

SEPT. 21

A class for parents focusing on building relationships, discipline,

positive motivation, conflict resolution and dealing with tantrums will

be held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The class, “Why don’t you listen to me?” is

taught by a licensed clinical social worker and costs $85 per person or

$105 per couple for the five-week series. Preregistration is required. To

SEPT. 26

The Eighth Annual Komen Orange County Race for the Cure, hosted by the

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, will be held from 7:30 to 11

a.m. at Fashion Island, Newport Beach. This is the nation’s biggest

annual series of races with proceeds dedicated solely to raising money

for breast cancer. A race T-shirt is included in the entry fees -- $25

for adults and $15 for breast cancer survivors and youths 17 and under.

ONGOING

Beginning in September, new storytimes for children age 3 to 7 will be

held at Newport libraries. Pajama storytime, where children are invited

to come in their pajamas and bring a stuffed animal, will be offered at 7

p.m. on Wednesdays at the Corona del Mar branch, 420 Marigold Ave. Pajama

storytime will be offered at 7 p.m. on Mondays starting Sept. 13 at the

Central Library, 1000 Avocado Ave. Saturday storytime will be offered at

the Central Library at 10:30 a.m. starting Sept. 11. For more

information, call (949) 717-3801.

Jewish Family Service of Orange County is sponsoring an ongoing Jewish

healing support group for people experiencing chronic illness. The

purpose is to provide participants with emotional and spiritual support

to manage illness and its consequences. The group meets Thursdays at 7

p.m. at Jewish Family Service, 250 E. Baker St., Costa Mesa. Attendance

is free, but preregistration is required. To register or for more

information, call (714) 445-4950.

The public is invited to view “Abstracts of Nature,” an exhibit of

photography by Dave Vornberer, on display at the Newport Beach Central

Library foyer from Sept. 1 to 30. The Newport Beach Central Library is at

1000 Avocado Ave. For more information, call (949) 717-3801.

The Coin and Stamp Club meets every Monday at the Oasis Senior Center

from 1 to 3 p.m. New members who are interested in trading, buying and

selling stamps and coins are being sought to join these informal

meetings. There are no fees required. For more information, call (949)

644-3244.

Jewish Family Service offers ongoing bereavement support groups for

adults at all stages of loss. The groups share experiences, hear how

others deal with grief, receive support and learn ways to cope with

sadness and loss. One group meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Beth Jacob in

Irvine. The second group meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Temple Judea in

Laguna Hills. The third group meets at 1 p.m. Thursdays at the Ezra

Center in Anaheim. There is no fee for these groups, but preregistration

is required. For more information, call (714) 445-4950.

All newcomers to the Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Balboa Island and

Newport Coast area are invited to meet others who are also new to the

area at the Newport Beach Newcomers’ Club. This group of women meets once

a month on Wednesdays at different homes and locations. For more

information, please call (949) 644-0302.

International Speedway Racing will be held Saturdays in August from 7:30

to 10 p.m. at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Admission is $9 for adults,

$6 for seniors 62 and up and juniors 13 to 17, $3 for children 6 to 12

and children under 5 are free. The Fairgrounds is at 88 Fair Drive, Costa

Mesa. For more information, call (949) 492-9933.

Jewish Family Service of Orange County provides a support and discussion

group to assist participants in their recovery from childhood or teenage

sexual abuse. The group meets on Tuesdays from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at 250 E.

Baker St., Costa Mesa. Preregistration is required. For more information,

call (714) 445-4950.

A Dealing with Divorce Support Group is offered by Jewish Family Service

of Orange County. The group is led by an experienced counselor and meets

on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Federation Campus, 250 E. Baker St.

Suite G, Costa Mesa. For more information, including dates and fees, call

Heather Watson at (714) 445-4950.

An Interfaith couples support group is offered by Jewish Family Service

of Orange County. The group addresses issues faced by couples where one

partner is Jewish and the other is not, including raising children,

observing holidays, displaying symbols in the home as well as

relationships with extended families. The group meets for three weekly

sessions on Wednesday evenings at Jewish Family Service, 250 E. Baker

St., Suite G, Costa Mesa. For more information, including dates and fees,

call (714) 445-4950.

The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce Networkers Business Leads luncheon

takes place at 11:45 a.m. Wednesdays at Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701

Golf Course Road, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 885-9090.

Body conditioning classes for mature adults are offered on Tuesdays and

Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at Chain Reaction, 3928 Campus Drive, Newport

Beach. The first class is free with a cost of $10 per class or $80 for 10

classes from then on. Bring a towel and water. Light hand weights are

recommended. For more information, call (949) 588-2427.

The Walking Club of Newport Beach will meet at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. at

Hospital Road and Superior Avenue. Lose the weight and have fun. For more

information, call (949) 650-1332.

Applications are available for students planning to enroll this fall at

OCC. Applications are in the school’s Admissions and Records Office, 2701

Fairview Road, Costa Mesa. Fall classes begin Aug. 16. For more

information, call (714) 432-5072.

The Sea Explorer Ship Del Mar 711 of Orange County offers a program for

young men 14 to 18 interested in learning about sailing, seamanship,

piloting, navigation and cruising. Meetings are from 6 to 9 p.m.

Wednesdays at the Sea Explorer Sea Base, 1931 W. Coast Highway, Newport

Beach. For more information, call (949) 642-6301 or (949) 551-8591.

OASIS Senior Center offers ongoing assistance, counseling and referral

services for seniors. For appointments or more information, call (949)

644-3244.

The Costa Mesa Senior Citizen Square and Round Dance Club seeks

experienced dancers to join its group from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the

Costa Mesa Senior Center, 19th and Pomona streets, Costa Mesa. For more

information, call (714) 545-5669.

A free support group for cancer patients meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and a

support group for people suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome meets

from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays at the Institute for Holistic Treatment and

Research, 4019 Westerly Place, Suite 100, Newport Beach. For more

information, call (949) 251-8700.

Arthritis Foundation instructor Hillary Stone leads an exercise class at

11 a.m. Thursdays at the Jewish Senior Center, 250 E. Baker St., Costa

Mesa. For more information, call (714) 513-5641.

Nightly meetings are offered in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach for anyone

who wants to overcome nicotine addiction. For a schedule or more

information, call (714) 774-9106 or (800) 642-0666.

The Newport Sports Collection Foundation, a nonprofit organization,

operates a free museum at 620 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. The

museum, which has one of the world’s largest collections of sports

memorabilia, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. For more

information, call (949) 721-9333.

The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers watercolor classes Wednesdays,

through Aug. 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. The fee for the 10-week class, taught

by Diana Loschiavo, is $50. For more information, call (949) 645-2356.

Hoag Cancer Center sponsors a free tai chi class for intermediate to

advanced levels from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays for people with cancer

and their families. A beginner session meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Fridays. The classes are designed to reduce stress, increase longevity

and promote a sense of well-being with basic, easy-to-learn, nonstrenuous

movements to aid in balance and concentration. The class is taught by

Victor Armand. No registration is required. Free. Hoag Cancer Center is

at 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949)

722-6237.

OASIS Senior Center offers a daily telephone contact program for seniors

who have a limited local support system. For more information, call (949)

644-3244.

The Costa Mesa Communicators Toastmasters Club meets from noon to 1 p.m.

Wednesdays at the Orange County Department of Education, 200 Kalmus

Drive, Costa Mesa. Meetings are open to anyone who wants to improve his

or her public speaking skills. For more information, call (714)

444-5030.

The Newport Beach Distinguished Toastmasters Club 1300 meets from 7 to 9

p.m. Tuesdays in Sgt. Pepperoni’s meeting room, 2300 Bristol St., Newport

Beach. For reservations or more information, call (949) 646-1274.

Mesa Messengers Toastmaster Club 691 in Costa Mesa meets at 7 p.m.

Tuesdays at Mesa Verde United Methodist Church, 1701 W. Baker St., Costa

Mesa. For more information, call (714) 540-4446.

Blue Flame Toastmasters Club 2717 meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at the

Village Farmer, South Coast Plaza Village, 1651 Sunflower Ave., Costa

Mesa. The meeting is free for first-time visitors. For more information,

call (949) 855-4308.

Toastmasters Club 231 meets at 7 a.m. Mondays at the Irvine Co., 550-C

Newport Center, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 733-2209.

Harborlites Toastmaster Club 1927 meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at the

Riverboat Cafe, 151 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more

information, call (714) 965-3648.

Lido Isle Toastmasters meets Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Glendale

Federal Bank Community Room, 100 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island,

Newport Beach. For more information, call (714) 964-5314.

OASIS Senior Center offers a Care-A-Van transport to take members to

appointments and grocery shopping. The shuttle takes members to the

center. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.

Tutor available for people interested in reading English but could use

the help. Hourly rates and times negotiable. For more information, call

(949) 851-1739.

OASIS Senior Center offers visual-aid screenings with a Braille Institute

representative by appointment. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

Essential Weight Management offers interactive and proactive weight loss

groups. Learn behavior modification and other techniques to control your

weight. Cost is $20. Groups meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and

Thursdays at 369 San Miguel Drive, Suite 350, Newport Beach. For more

information, call (949) 718-9848.

The Hope Institute, a center for recovery and family education, offers a

women’s support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at 2900 Bristol St.,

C-206, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-0020.

OASIS Senior Center has a walking group called Walkers Not Rockers that

meets once a week to enjoy scenic walks in and around the Newport Beach

area. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

Women Helping Women offers a free peer support group for women in

transition from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays at 425 E. 18th St., Costa

Mesa. Topics include self esteem, exploration of feelings, communication,

trauma recovery and personal support. For more information, call (949)

631-2333.

Hoag Cancer Center offers a free yoga class from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Tuesday at 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more information,

call (949) 722-6237.

Body Design and United Studios of Self-Defense offers kick boxing classes

from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 1000 W. Coast

Highway, Suite C, Newport Beach. The cost is $8 per class. For more

information, call (949) 722-0526.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Monday through Friday

in Room 3 at Oasis Senior Center, 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar.

For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

The Alzheimer’s Assn. and Grief Support Group of Newport Villa West/Villa

Rosa cosponsors a free support group meeting for caregivers at 7 p.m. the

fourth Thursday of each month through October at Newport Villa West

Assisted Living, 393 Hospital Road, Newport Beach. For more information,

call (949) 631-3555.

The Alzheimer’s Assn. and Mesa Terrace, a residential community for

people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, offers a free

support group for caregivers at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month

at Mesa Terrace, 350 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call

(714) 283-1111.

Rebecca Lewis leads an animal bereavement group that specializes in the

needs of people who have sick or dying animals. It meets at 3 p.m. every

Tuesday at 3101 W. Coast Highway, Suite 311, Newport Beach. The cost is a

donation to an animal charity of the attendee’s choice. For reservations,

call (949) 721-5750.

Another Passage, a transitional support group for people experiencing

changes in their lives, meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 3 at

Oasis Senior Center, 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. For more

information, call (949) 644-3244.

OASIS Senior Center conducts blood pressure screening from 9 to 11 a.m.

the first and third Tuesday of each month in Room 3 at 800 Marguerite

Ave., Corona del Mar. Screening is also available from 1 to 2:30 p.m. the

second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Mariners Park, Dover Street

at Irvine Avenue, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949)

644-3244.

The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. offers a body image and moderate

eating support group at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 3101 W. Coast Highway, No.

311, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 721-5750.

A support group for those with brain tumors meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the

first and third Thursday of each month at Patty and George Hoag Cancer

Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. The meetings are free. For

more information, call (949) 722-6237.

A breast cancer support group meets from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at Patty

and George Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. The

meetings are free. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.

Free professional consultation for makeup, wigs, etc., is available for

cancer patients by appointment only from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at

Patty and George Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport

Beach. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.

OASIS Senior Center offers a Braille class to help with sight loss from

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays in Room 4 at 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona del

Mar. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

A free cancer support group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday

of each month at Patty and George Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast

Highway, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.

The Jewish Senior Center offers card games from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every

third Tuesday. A kosher lunch is offered at noon for $3 per senior. For

more information, call (714) 513-5641.

OASIS Senior Center offers caregiver support counseling for people caring

for a loved one. For appointments or more information, call (949)

644-3244.

Hoag Cancer Center offers support for people facing or undergoing bone

marrow transplants or stem-cell rescues. For more information, call (949)

574-6872.

Chess lovers of all ages are invited to join the Jewish Senior Center’s

chess club from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays at 250 E. Baker St., Costa Mesa.

For more information, call (714) 513-5641.

The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. offers a coed support group at 7

p.m. Thursdays at 3101 W. Coast Highway, Suite 311, Newport Beach. The

support group requires free preassessment for those who want to join. For

more information, call (949) 722-4588.

The Healing Connection offers a coed relationship group at 7 p.m.

Wednesdays at 4425 Jamboree Road, Suite 180-A, Newport Beach. For more

information, call (949) 261-8003.

Natural Foods Cooking Classes are offered at New Leaf Natural Cuisine.

Classes are $35 each. For more information, call (714) 444-1005.

The Consumer Business Network meets at 7 a.m. Fridays in the mezzanine at

Newport Gateway, 19800 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. For reservations,

call (714) 550-4785.

A free lecture about divorce mediation, an alternative to the traditional

two-attorney divorce, is offered the third Thursday of each month with

attorney Alicia D. Taylor and psychologist Lee H. Solow. Space is limited

and reservations are required. For more information, call (949) 955-2575.

Revise your lifetime documents regarding durable power of attorney

through OASIS Senior Center for $1 each. For appointments, call (949)

644-3244.

The National Dyslexia Research Foundation sponsors weekly adult attention

deficit disorder support groups at its office, 833 Dover Drive, Suite 27,

Newport Beach. Cost is $5 per session. For the time and day, call (949)

642-7303.

OASIS Senior Center offers preventive health care services for seniors on

the fourth Wednesday of each month in Room HS-3 at 800 Marguerite Ave.,

Corona del Mar. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.

Facing Forward, a support group for family members of recently deceased

cancer patients, meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Mondays at Patty and George Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway,

Newport Beach. Admission is free. For more information, call (949)

722-6237.

The Costa Mesa Fire Department’s Fire Explorers Post 400 meets at 6 p.m.

Tuesdays at various fire stations. Membership is open to anyone between

16 and 21. For more information, call (714) 754-5141 or (714) 754-5106.

Maxine Cohen, a marriage and family therapist, sponsors an anonymous help

line for individuals with relationship problems. She is available for

free consultation from noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Mondays by calling

(949) 759-0357.

Seniors and low-income families in the Costa Mesa-Newport Beach area can

obtain free USDA surplus food from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second Friday of

each month in the rear parking lot at Church of Christ, 740 W. Wilson

St., Costa Mesa. Picture identification is required. For more

information, call (949) 650-8236.

The Thursday Morning Club presents an entertainment luncheon the second

Thursday of each month at Balboa Bay Club, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport

Beach. Other activities include golf and bridge. For a free newsletter or

more information, call (714) 546-2244.

A free support group for women with gynecologic cancer meets from 9:30 to

11 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Patty and George

Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more

information, call (949) 722-6237.

Mesa Emergency Service Amateur Communication offers the opportunity for

ham radio operators to participate in Costa Mesa’s Radio Amateur Civil

Emergency Service organization. Weekly nets are held at 7:20 p.m. on

147.060 MHz. Monthly meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth

Wednesday of each month at the Costa Mesa Police Department. For more

information, call (714) 754-7045.

Support is available for those who will undergo or are undergoing

bone-marrow transplants or stem-cell rescues -- and for their families --

at the Patty and George Hoag Cancer Center. For more information, call

(949) 574-6872.

OASIS Senior Center offers a counselor to assist with questions about

Medicare, HMOs, and supplemental and long-term care insurance by

appointment. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.

Survivors of Incest Anonymous for female victims of sexual abuse and

rape, their friends and relatives meets from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays at

760 Victoria St., Costa Mesa. There is no fee. For more information, call

Iris at (949) 859-3918.

The Jaycees, affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce, are professionals

between 21 and 39 who get together for community service, business

networking and socializing. Meetings are held the second and fourth

Thursday of every month. For more information, call (949) 451-2178.

Group and private tai chi classes for women will be held at Hsing Chen

School, 151 Kalmus Drive, M-7B, Costa Mesa. Admission, date and time to

be announced. For more information, call (714) 437-1274.

The Cerebral Palsy Foundation will start a new chapter in the area. The

foundation will offer financial and emotional support and other free

services to families who have children affected by cerebral palsy. For

more information, call (800) 967-3341.

OASIS Senior Center has a comprehensive medical library that can be used

to research any medical question. For more information, call (949)

644-3244.

Michael Harms, a Corona del Mar attorney and certified public accountant,

will present a free one-hour consultation on living trusts at your home

or his office, 2660 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. For more

information, call (949) 644-5801.

A continuous e-mail discussion and support group for victims of the

infectious brain disorder Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is available at o7

members.aol.com/larmstr853/cjdvoice/cjdvoice.htmf7 .

The Kiwanis Club of Newport Beach-Corona del Mar meets at noon Thursdays

at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar.

For more information, call (949) 852-1148.

OASIS Senior Center offers a half hour of free legal consultation by

appointment. Appointments can be made at (949) 644-3244.

Monthly workshops for people with cancer and their relatives are offered

from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Patty and

George Hoag Cancer Center in Newport Beach. For more information, call

(949) 760-5542.

A support group for younger lupus patients meets from 1:30 to 3 p.m. the

second and fourth Wednesday of each month in Newport Beach. For details,

call (714) 536-1734.

A workshop for people with lymphedema meets from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. the

first Tuesday of each month in the auditorium at Hoag Cancer Center in

Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-5542.

OASIS Senior Center offers a meal program for members. Lunch is served

daily from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the multipurpose room at 800

Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. Home-delivered meals are available for

homebound seniors. Reservations are required. Meals are sponsored by SCSS

Inc. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

Expanded Awareness Seminars presents a weekly meditation session at 8

p.m. Wednesdays at the Hub of Newport Mesa, 230 E. 17th St., Suite 218.

Suggested donation is $10. For more information, call (949) 646-1128.

The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. presents a men’s support group at 4

p.m. Fridays. The fee is $25 per session. For more information, call

(949) 722-4588.

The Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Orange County provides education and

emotional support for families with loved ones who are mentally ill. A

free support group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. every other Saturday at

Orange County Mental Health Clinic, 3115 Red Hill Ave., Costa Mesa. For

more information, call (714) 850-8463.

OASIS Senior Center offers rental of medical equipment, from wheelchairs

to walkers and more by calling (949) 644-3244.

Jewish Family Service of Orange County is sponsoring a Jewish healing

support group for people experiencing chronic illness. The purpose of the

group is to provide participants with emotional and spiritual support to

manage illness and its consequences. The group meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays

at Jewish Family Service, 250 East Baker St., Suite G, Costa Mesa. The

support group is free, but preregistration is required. For more

information, call (714) 445-4950.

Classes for mature adults in the Harris Method of Body Conditioning are

offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Chain

Reaction, 3928 Campus Drive, Newport Beach. Admission to the first class

is free and will cost $10 per class or $80 for 10 classes thereafter. For

more information, call (949) 588-2427.

OASIS Senior Center offers two Water Aerobics classes through Sept. 2,

Tuesdays and Thursdays. Admission is $1 per class, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at

the Dunes, 1131 Back Bay Drive, and 12 to 1 p.m. at Newport Harbor High

School, 600 Irvine Blvd. Classes are held in a shallow, heated pool and

are designed for swimmers and nonswimmers. For more information, call

(714) 644-3244.

Costa Mesa Senior Center offers preventive health care services for

seniors every Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every other Tuesday, 9 a.m.

to 2 p.m., 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For an appointment, call (949)

645-2356.

STEP-TEEN, a seven-week workshop for parents of teenagers, is available

for Orange County parents. Learn to encourage teens, resolve conflicts,

increase communication and enhance relationships. The workshop will be

conducted by a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information, call

(949) 225-8189.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church offers a support group for families with

loved ones who are mentally ill. The group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Sundays in the church’s Dierenfield Hall C, 600 St. Andrews Road, Newport

Beach. The confidential group is open to the community. For more

information, call (949) 631-2880.

Prospects Networking Group meets from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at

Mimi’s Cafe, 1835 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. Breakfast is $6. For more

information, call Angie Stafford at (949) 474-2225 or Tina Firman at

(949) 551-3156.

Ali Lassen’s Leads Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at Mimi’s Cafe, 1835

Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949) 646-1252.

The Costa Mesa Senior Center conducts blood pressure screenings every

Tuesday from 9 to 11 a.m. upstairs in the conference room, 695 W. 19th

St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949) 645-2356.

Zen Center of Orange County offers meditation instruction every first and

third Sunday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Zen Center of Orange

County, 120 E. 18th St., Costa Mesa. Suggested donation is $10. For more

information, call (949) 722-7818.

The Newport Beach Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meets at 7

p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in City Council chambers, 3300

Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 644-3151.

The Center for Expressive Therapy offers free introductory seminars from

7 to 8 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month; mother-daughter concerns the

second Tuesday of each month; and creating healthy relationships the

third Tuesday of each month, at 2900 Bristol St., Building D-103, Costa

Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-7456.

The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers counseling, assistance and referral

services for seniors, 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For more information,

call (949) 645-2356.

Nicotine Anonymous fellowship wants to help men and women who smoke to

quit and remain smoke-free. For more information on local evening

meetings, call (949) 650-2713.

The Costa Mesa Historical Society holds a free open house from 11 a.m. to

3 p.m. Thursdays at 1870 Anaheim Ave., Costa Mesa. The event features

memorabilia from the city of Costa Mesa and the Santa Ana Army Air Base.

For more information, call (949) 631-5918.

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at St. John’s

Episcopal Church, 183 E. Bay St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call

(714) 953-0900.

OASIS Senior Center offers a Parkinson’s disease support group from 7 to

9 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona

del Mar. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.

The Center for Expressive Therapy offers a Parenting/Teen group held

simultaneously Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m., the facilitator will coach and

teach members to change behaviors causing conflict, 2900 Bristol St.,

Building D-103, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-7546.

The Yoga Place offers a prenatal and postnatal yoga class from 3 to 4:30

p.m. Thursdays. New classes begin on the first of the month. For more

information, call (949) 642-7400.

The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers transportation services for

medical-related appointments. Call at least one week in advance. All

other transportation needs, such as grocery shopping and library visits,

may be reserved to and from the center the same day service is needed

between 8 and 8:30 a.m. For all transportation needs, call (949)

645-2356.

Hoag Cancer Center offers Man to Man, a free prostate cancer discussion

group, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the

center auditorium, 1 Hoag Drive, Building 41, Newport Beach. For

reservations or more information, call (949) 722-6237.

The Center for Expressive Therapy offers a women’s group on Thursdays at

6 p.m. that explores issues related to one’s purpose in life and provides

exercises to change beliefs and behaviors that are counterproductive to

life and relationships, 2900 Bristol St., Building D-103, Costa Mesa. For

more information, call (714) 432-7456.

The Pacific Business Xchange has weekly breakfast meetings at 7 a.m.

Tuesdays at the Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. There

is no charge for the initial meeting. For more information, call (949)

640-0588.

The Newport Beach Psychological Association presents a coed relationship

group called Insight Equals Power at 7 p.m. Thursdays. The fee is $25 per

week. For more information, call (949) 722-4588.

The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers a Widows/Widowers Support Group every

Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m., 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For more

information, call (949) 645-2356.

Hoag Cancer Center offers a free relaxation and imagery workshop from 10

to 11:30 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 Hoag Drive,

Building 41, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-5542.

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