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TODAY
Newport Dunes Resort’s “Movies on the Beach” series offers
“Remember the Titans” starting at dusk on the Newport sand. Parking
costs $8 per car. Campfires will also be available for s’mores. The
resort is at 1131 Back Bay Drive. For more information, call (949)
729-DUNE.
Longines presents an afternoon with Olympic gymnastics gold
medalist Mary Lou Retton and legendary coach Bela Karolyi starting at
noon at Macy’s in South Coast Plaza. Retton and Karolyi will sign
autographs and promote the upcoming World Gymnastics Championships in
the Fine Watch Department on level two. For more information, call
(714) 556-0611, ext. 4231.
“Endless Summer 2” will begin screening today at the Regency Lido
Theater. The presentation is in celebration of Dana Brown’s new surf
film, “Step into Liquid,” which opens Aug. 8 exclusively at the Lido.
Screenings are at 11 a.m. today through July 28 and Aug. 1 through 8.
Attendees get a full-size “Step into Liquid” movie poster with each
$5.50 admission ticket. The Lido is at 3459 Via Lido in Newport
Beach. For more information, call (949) 673-8351.
SATURDAY
Newport Dunes Resort’s “Movies on the Beach” series offers “Alice
in Wonderland” starting at dusk on the Newport sand. Parking costs $8
per car. Campfires will also be available for s’mores. The resort is
at 1131 Back Bay Drive. For more information, call (949) 729-DUNE.
What’s Cooking? Bistro & Lounge in Newport Beach will have a
farewell party celebrating its 27 years and Grandma Vallera’s 90th
birthday from 5 p.m. to closing. This will be patrons’ last
opportunity to taste Grandma Vallera’s famous pasta. There will be
two “Memory Albums” in which attendees can leave a short note, photo
or story of memories at the bistro. The cost will be $28 per person
plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, call (949) 644-1820.
Triangle Square in Costa Mesa invites the community to attend “A
Fair at the Square” for the sights, sounds and great deals in the
outdoor marketplace while taking advantage of storefront specials
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SUNDAY
The Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce is
proud to host the 68th annual Flight of the Lasers at 1 p.m. at the
Newport Harbor Yacht Club, 720 West Bay Ave., Newport Beach. Join
Laser enthusiasts of all ages as you sail to win prizes like best
costume, best decorated boat, first parent/child team, and first
married couple. Information: (949) 673-7730.
Hornblower’s two-hour champagne brunch cruise features a lavish
brunch buffet, free-flowing champagne and juice service and great
views while you cruise Newport Harbor. Boarding begins at 11:30 a.m.
at 2431 W. Pacific Coast Highway for the noon cruise. For
reservations, call (949) 631-2469.
MONDAY
Mature drivers can sharpen their driving skills in this eight-hour
class held during two sessions, at 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. at
Presbyterian Church of the Covenant in Costa Mesa July 28 and 29. The
$10 classes are limited to 30 students. Advanced registration is
required. Information: (714) 557-3340.
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Radical Science Show” at 10:30 a.m. at the Newport Beach Central
Library. The free program will be repeated at 3 p.m. July 30 at the
Mariners branch and at 10:30 a.m. July 31 at the Balboa branch. For
more information, call (949) 717-3816.
WEDNESDAY
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Radical Science Show” at 3 p.m. at the Mariners branch of the Newport
Beach Public Library. The free program will be repeated at 10:30 a.m.
July 31 at the Balboa branch. For more information, call (949)
717-3816.
All who are in search of a little romance are invited to “Winners
of the Golden Heart Award” from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Vincent Jorgensen
Center next to Mariners Branch Library. The free program will feature
local writers Susan Squires, Shannon Donnelly and Debra Holland, each
of whom launched her writing career with a Golden Heart Award from
the Romance Writers of America. The annual honor recognizes
unpublished authors. For more information, call (949) 717-3816.
A free seminar, “Pet Nutrition Pawsibilities,” will be offered by
Coco’s Canine Cuisine from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mother’s Market, 225
E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. Reservations: (800) 595-MOMS.
Join Corona del Mar in organizing its 2004 Centennial Celebration
at a public meeting running from 7 to 8 p.m. at Sherman Library and
Gardens. Attendees are asked to enter from the back parking lot at
2647 E. Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. For more information, call
(949) 422-4210.
THURSDAY
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Radical Science Show” at 10:30 a.m. at the Balboa branch of the
Newport Beach Public Library. For more information, call (949)
717-3816.
The monthly Career Networking Resource meeting for the unemployed,
sponsored by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, will run from 7:30 to
9 p.m. in the church’s chapel. All monthly meetings are open to all
for free, and reservations aren’t necessary. Information: (949)
574-2236.
AUG. 2
Hornblower Cruises and Events offers a three-hour cruise of
Newport Harbor, a gourmet three-course meal, live entertainment and
award-winning service from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Boarding starts at 7
p.m. at 2431 W. Pacific Coast Highway. For reservations, call (949)
631-2469.
The annual Newport to San Diego Coastal Race will set off.
Sponsored by the Bahia Corinthian and San Diego yacht clubs, it is an
enjoyable, challenging race with parties on both ends. The $60 entry
fee will be accepted until Friday at 5 p.m. Entry and Notice of Race
forms are available at www.bcyc.org. For more information, call (949)
644-9530.
AUG. 4
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Jungle Cruise” at 10:30 a.m. at the Newport Beach Central Library.
Troubadours Ken and John Frawley will present the interactive
program. Information: (949) 717-3816.
AUG. 6
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Jungle Cruise” at 3 p.m. at Newport Beach Central Library’s Mariners
branch. Troubadours Ken and John Frawley will present the interactive
program. Information: (949) 717-3816.
AUG. 7
Children entering first through sixth grades are invited to “A
Jungle Cruise” at 10:30 a.m. at Newport Beach Central Library’s
Balboa Branch. Troubadours Ken and John Frawley will present the
interactive program. Information: (949) 717-3816.
AUG. 8
Hornblower Cruises and Events offers a three-hour cruise of
Newport Harbor, a gourmet three-course meal, live entertainment and
award-winning service from 8 to 11 p.m. Boarding starts at 7:30 p.m.
at 2431 W. Pacific Coast Highway. For reservations, call (949)
631-2469.
Inventors Forum, the Orange County-based nonprofit inventors’
support group, presents a seminar on “High Technology Patenting” by
patent attorney Curtis L. Harrington. Registration and networking
begin at 7 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. seminar at Orange Coast College’s
Science Lecture Hall. The cost is $5 for members, $15 for nonmembers.
For more information, call (714) 540-2491.
AUG. 9
Triangle Square in Costa Mesa invites the community to attend “A
Fair at the Square” for the sights, sounds and great deals in the
outdoor marketplace while taking advantage of storefront specials
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
AUG. 10
Hornblower’s two-hour champagne brunch cruise features a lavish
brunch buffet, free-flowing champagne and juice service and great
views while you cruise Newport Harbor. Boarding begins at 11:30 a.m.
at 2431 W. Pacific Coast Highway for the noon cruise. For
reservations, call (949) 631-2469.
AUG. 11
Registration for the Orange County Business Council’s ninth annual
Corporate Executive Golf Tournament begins at 9 a.m. at Mesa Verde
Country Club in Costa Mesa, with the shot gun start at 11 a.m. The
cost is $300 for a single player package or $1,500 for a corporate
players package. Proceeds benefit the Orange County Rescue Mission’s
Strong Beginnings program, which provides workforce development for
those who have lost hope and need help. For more information, call
(949) 476-2242, ext. 216.
AUG. 23
Triangle Square in Costa Mesa invites the community to attend “A
Fair at the Square” for the sights, sounds and great deals in the
outdoor marketplace while taking advantage of storefront specials
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ONGOING
The Newport Center Toastmaster’s Club can help you improve your
public speaking skills or polish your business presentations. Members
come from a variety of professional disciplines and backgrounds. The
group meets every Monday morning from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at 610 Newport
Center Drive, Newport Beach. Validated parking is available in the
parking structure next to 24 Hour Fitness. Guests are welcome. For
more information, call (949) 721-5732.
The ACLU of Orange County meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of
every month at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 1259 Victoria St.
in Costa Mesa. Each month’s meeting will feature a different speaker
on issues relating to the Bill of Rights. For more information, call
(714) 957-6107.
“Beach Landscapes,” an exhibit featuring digitally manipulated
aerial photographs of the Hawaiian islands by Donna Ruzicka, umbrella
beach scenes by Carole Boller and Back Bay landscapes by Luke
Spencer, will be on display through Sept. 30 at Newport Beach City
Hall. For more information, call (949) 717) 3870.
“Tennis in Art,” an exhibit of paintings by longtime tennis
instructor and coach Jose Mendoza, will be on display in the Newport
Beach Central Library foyer through Aug. 30. Mendoza’s work is known
for its manipulation of color and form as well as its concentration
on tennis. For more information, call (949) 717-3870.
Volunteer drivers are needed to help deliver nutritiously prepared
meals to homebound, frail or elderly clients incapable of shopping or
cooking for themselves through “Mobile Meals,” sponsored by
FISH-Harbor Area Inc. and Hoag Hospital. Call (949) 645-8050 for more
information.
Swim lessons are available July 21 and run through Aug. 1 at
Halecrest Park, 3107 Killybrook Lane in Costa Mesa. Information:
(714) 557-7234.
Project Cuddle, a nonprofit organization that offers safe and
legal alternatives to girls who are considering abandoning their
babies, is in need of ongoing volunteers. For more information, visit
www.projectcuddle.org or call (714) 432-9681.
Macy’s in Costa Mesa invites Orange County nonprofit organizations
that provide services and programs to the HIV/AIDS community to apply
for participation in Macy’s South Coast Plaza’s Passport In Store
fund-raiser. This year’s event will be held on Oct. 4. To receive an
application to participate, call (714) 556-0611, ext. 4231.
Yoga classes will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to
12:40 p.m. for nine weeks at West Newport Community Center.
Registration is $54 for one class each week or $100 for two days a
week over nine weeks for Newport Beach residents. Others pay an
additional $5. For more information, call (949) 644-3151.
The merchants of Balboa Village will hold a seaside Craft Merchant
and Farmer’s Market at Peninsula Park near the base of the Balboa
pier in Newport Beach every Thursday through Aug. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3
p.m. The market will include fresh organic produce, freshly cut
flowers and arts and crafts. For more information, call (714)
536-2213.
Costa Mesa’s Recreation Division will provide a three-hour theme
birthday party for up to 20 guests at the Balearic Community Center
weekdays from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 4 to 7
p.m. and Sundays from 4 to 7 p.m. Parties for children 5 to 12 will
consist o lunch/dinner, games, crafts, prizes, cake with ice cream
and supervision by staff. Parties cost $250 or $300. For more
information, call (714) 754-5158.
Five new wines will be served on Bayside Restaurant’s terrace
overlooking Newport Harbor every Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The
cost is $15 per person. For more information, call (949) 721-1222.
Newport Dunes Resort’s “Movies on the Beach” will run every Friday
and Saturday throughout the summer, including a two-hour barbecue
before the movies start at dusk. Guests are invited to bring their
favorite cuts of meat. The resort will provide the rest for $7.95 per
person. The films will be shown on a large screen in the sand on
every Friday and Saturday evening in June and July except July 4.
Parking is $8 per car. For more information, call (949) 729-DUNE.
A variety of private, semi-private and group swim lessons will be
offered this summer at the Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center at Corona
del Mar High School. Options include one-on-one instruction on
Saturdays and a Monday through Thursday program for all ages and
levels. For session dates, times and costs, call (949) 644-3151, or
register in person at Newport Beach Recreation and Senior Services at
3300 Newport Blvd.
Children, teens and adults can now register for summer
recreational boating classes offered through Newport Beach Recreation
Services. Classes begin July 12. Fees vary. Call (949) 644-3151, or
visit the Newport Beach Recreation and Senior Services a 3300 Newport
Blvd. for more information.
Professional and licensed soccer trainers with the All-England
Soccer Academy are available for one-on-one, small group and large
group training. For more information, call (949) 395-5103.
Jewish Family Service is sponsoring a teen support group for high
school students that meets Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Tarbut
V’Torah Upper School in Costa Mesa. For information or to register,
call (714) 445-4950. Pre-registration is required.
The First Page -- Fine Children’s Books, at 270 E. 17th St., No.
10 in Costa Mesa, offers free story time Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays
and Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4
to 5 p.m. For more information, call (949) 645-5437.
Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach offers wine tasting every
Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for $15 per person, featuring five
new wines each week. For more information, call (949) 721-1222.
If your orchid is too big for its pot, Green Systems International
will show you how to re-pot your plant during their free
orchid-potting seminar at 2 p.m. every Saturday. A plant sale is held
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 20362 Birch St. facility. Call (949)
756-1211 for information.
Discover the secrets of Carbon Canyon Regional Park as you walk
through groves of beautiful Coastal Redwood trees every Saturday at
8:30 a.m. Parking is $4. Call (714) 996-5252 for more information.
Team Survivor, a nonprofit organization encouraging women who have
been through cancer treatment to exercise, hosts “Walk and Talk” at
10 a.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month in front of
NIKEgodess store in Fashion Island. Members meet for lunch after at
Atrium court. It is free, and all fitness levels are welcome. For
more information, call (949) 275-3888.
Newport Community Counseling Center offers a way to stop the cycle
of domestic violence through the support group In S.A.F.E. Hands.
S.A.F.E. stands for safety, awareness, faith and empowerment. The
group meets Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. For more information,
call (949) 721-8079.
Teens are invited to drop by the city of Costa Mesa Recreation
Center from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday for indoor and outdoor
sports and activities. The center is at 1860 Anaheim Ave. For more
information, call (714) 327-7560.
The Newport Beach Walking Club meets at the corner of Superior and
Hospital Road in Newport Beach at 9:15 a.m. and 7 p.m. everyday. For
more information, call (949) 650-1332.
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