THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2005

August 4, 2005 Adventure Playground invites kids ages 6 to 12 to raft on a small pond, navigate a rope bridge, build forts and go down a mud slide. Bring a plastic bag with a change of shoes and clothes. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., enter from Youth Shelter path and look for water tower with sign. Cost: $2 - $3. Phone: 714-536-5486.

August 4, 2005 Play - Hello, Dolly (Musical) by Jerry Herman. Hello, Dolly! is the story of Mrs. Dolly Levi's efforts to marry Horace Vandergelder. Hello, Dolly! is an ebullient and irresistible story of the joy of living, filled with happy songs and one of the most energetic characters on the musical stage...Dolly Gallagher Levi! The play is presented by Huntington Beach Playhouse at Huntington Beach Library and Cultural Center Theater, 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, California. Hello, Dolly! runs through August 21, 2005. Performance time: 8 p.m. Cost: $9 - 21. Box Office: (714) 375-0696

August 4, 2005 Horse Show - Cal Coast Show Equestrian Competition at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center Location: 18381 Golden West St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Cost: Public can attend and watch, no fee. Call: 714.848.1296 or Robin Serfass, robinserfass@cox.net. Call: (760) 753.0431. Photos

August 4, 2005 Movies - Edwards Charter 5 - NOW PLAYING - Fantastic Four Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 3 min. (4:00), 7:30, 10:15; The Island Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 18 min. (3:30), 7:00, 10:20; March of the Penguins (La Marche de L'Empereur) Rated (G) • 1 hr. 24 min. (4:40), 7:10, 9:45; Must Love Dogs Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 30 min. (4:15), 7:40, 10:30; Sky High Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 42 min. (3:45), 7:20, 10:00. Ticket price: $6.50/matinee; $9/adult; $7/student; $6.50/senior; $6/child. Location: Edwards Charter Centre 5, 7822 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Call: 714-841-0770.

August 4, 2005 Movies at Mann Pierside 6 Cinemas - NOW PLAYING: Bad News Bears Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 51 min. (11:10 AM), (1:50), (4:30), 7:00, 9:40; Batman Begins Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 20 min. (11:00 AM), (1:00); Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 46 min. (12:30), (2:00), (3:30), (4:40), 6:30, 7:30, 9:20; The Devil's Rejects Rated (R) • 1 hr. 49 min. (11:30 AM), (2:10), (4:50), 7:40, 10:10; Stealth Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 1 min. (1:30), (4:20), 7:10, 9:50; Wedding Crashers Rated (R) • 1 hr. 59 min. (1:10), (4:10), 7:20, 10:20. Cost: $9/adult, $6.25/child, senior, $6.50/matinee before 6 p.m. Location: 300 Pacific Coast Highway, #203, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 969-3151

August 4, 2005 Art - Vietnamese and American artwork at Huntington Beach Art Center celebrate the Vietnamese culture in an exhibit partially funded by a grant from the James Irvine Foundation. Time: Noon to 8 p.m. Location: 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 374-1650. Photos

August 4, 2005 Band - Frog Dog Rocks (frogdogrocks.com), Bondage Fairies and Sock Puppets at The Brigg with Chick Rock Night! Location: 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, HB, CA 92649. Call: (562) 592-2200.

August 4, 2005 Live Music - Paul Douglas. Pete Mallory's is all about live entertainment! Friday and Saturday nights are off the hook with acoustic sounds of the newest, upcoming bands in Orange County. Jam sessions begin at 7pm sharp and end at 10pm. So come on by, grab a drink, kick back and enjoy the atmosphere. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 698-1234. Photos

August 4, 2005 Live Music - Lony Hauff plays the music and songs you remember best on the finest accordion in the West. It's a bit of the Old World charm at Rathskellar Pub and Restaurant. Location: 7561 Center Avenue. Cost: Free. Phone: (714) 894-6612. Photos

August 4, 2005 Stand Up Comedy and Band - Doug James Comedy Night brings professional comedy acts to Huntington Beach for a show to make you laugh includes 3 professional comedians followed by live music. at Gallaghers Pub & Grill. Time: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Very cheep cover! 21+. Gallagher's Pub, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call:(714) 536.2422. Photos

August 4, 2005 Live Jazz - Enjoy great jazz artists in an intimate lounge setting at Kikuya, a restaurant with full bar and straight ahead jazz. Time: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. $10 minimum food or drink order applies. No cover. Location: 8052 Adams Blvd. Huntington Beach, CA 92646. Call: 714-536-6665.

August 4, 2005 Band - Open Jam Night at Perqs. Must be 21 or older, valid ID required. Time: 8 PM - 1 AM. Location: 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 960-9996.

August 4, 2005 Swim - Lap Swim at Huntington Beach High School pool. Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cost $3 or 20 -punch pass for $50. Call: (714) 960-8884. Location: 1905 Main Stree Photo

August 4, 2005 Karaoke - RODNEY'S Wild and Crazy Karaoke at The Surf City Saloon (TC's Bar), 18528 Beach Blvd. Huntington Beach, CA 92605 Call: (714) 963-7744.

August 4, 2005 Karaoke - w/ KJ Darlene (Music/Vocals), at Martini Blues, Celebrity Room, 8 p.m., every Thu. No cover/$10 minimum. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. ). /

August 4, 2005 Bands - Neon Nation - 80's Tribute Nite (Rock/Dance/80's), at Martini Blues, Legends Room, 8:30 p.m., No cover/$10 minimum. www.neonnation.net. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. ). /

August 4, 2005 Bands Comedy - Ultimate Laff-Down, Quarter-Final round #1 (Comedy/Stand up) QUARTER-FINALS #1 Host: Shari Becker with Special Guest: Tom Riehl at Martini Blues, Back Stage Room, 8:30 p.m., $8 cover/$10 minimum. www.laffdown.com. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. ). /

August 4, 2005 Dance - Liquid goes Country Western. Liquid ULTRA Lounge VIP Bottle Service available. Liquid Lounge offers four Bars, 13 TV’s, a pumping sound system, VIP Area’s and Two heated smoking patios. Doors open 9 p.m. Cost: $5 before 10 p.m., $10 after 10 p.m. 21 and over only. No tennis shoes or baggy clothes, please! Club attire required. Location: Liquid Lounge, 7887 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, California 92647 Call: (714) 892-0294.

August 4, 2005 Ladies Night with 80'z All-Stars. Revisit all the cool 80's songs with this great band playing all your favorites. Ladies get in free before 9 pm. Dress up in your favorite 80's gear. Time: 8:30pm - Midnight. Location: Fitzgeralds Pub, 19171 Magnolia St., Huntington Beach, CA. 92646 Call: (714) 968-4523

August 4, 2005 Band - The Fundament at J. King Neptune's. Time: 2 - 6 p.m. Location: 17115 Pacific Coast Hwy, Sunset Beach, CA 90742. Call: Call: 562-592-4878. Photos

August 4, 2005 Band - Parkai Moon at Tumbleweeds Bar & Grill, featuring the best food, fun and music from rock to blues. 21+ with valid ID. Begins after 8 p.m. Food served until Midnight every night. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776. www.tumbleweedshb.com

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August 4, 2005 Concert - Devo at House of Blues Anaheim,1530 S. Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92802 714.778.BLUE Price: $62.50 - $65. Door: 8 p.m. Show: 9 p.m. Anyone age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old with a valid state I.D. For more information please call the Box Office at 714.778.BLUE (2583). www.hob.com

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