Huntington Beach, California December 2005

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2005

December 22, 2005 Boat Tour - Huntington Harbour Cruise of Lights. The Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee presents the 43rd annual narrated boat tour through the waterways of Huntington Harbour. The Cruise of Lights invites visitors to see thousands of lights on boats, decks, docks and homes. The hour-long tour navigates the channels and waterways of Huntington Harbour and its manmade islands, providing a festive holiday event. Proceeds benefit the Philharmonic Society's music outreach programs for Orange County students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Boat tour times: 6pm, 7pm & 8pm. Location: 16821 Algonquin Street, Huntington Harbour Mall. Cost: $12/adult, $8/age 2 to 12. Call: 714-840-7542 www.cruiseoflights.org

December 22, 2005 Bands - 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.

December 22, 2005 Snowflakes light up the Huntington Beach Pier and Main Streetthrough New Year's Day. Approximately 84 artificial snowflakes strewn with twinkling lights adorn light downtown Huntington Beach. They are a delight to see. There are 48 on the pier and 36 stretching along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Orange Avenue. Traditionally placed along Main Street and the Huntington Beach Pier, they are truly beautiful displays of holiday spirit in Huntington Beach. Watch the twinkling lights reflect on the Pacific Ocean waters below. Photos

December 22, 2005 Band - Finger Records Christmas Party at The Brigg HB. Location: 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (562) 592-2200. Photos

December 22, 2005 Art - Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central Library is holding its annual Member's Co-op Show of the Huntington Beach Art League. Located on the first floor of the library, the exhibit features works from amateur and professional artists with varied themes that range from landscapes to abstracts. This mixed media exhibit is free to see. Membership to the nonprofit Huntington Beach art club is open to the public. This special show goes through February 28, 2006. For information on joining this affordable club (membership is around $30/year, subject to change), call Louis LaCroix (714) 847-2813. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Photo

December 22, 2005 Play - Cancel Christmas - Why would you want to cancel Christmas? This lively play will provide the questions and answers to the fun of celebrating one of the favorite holidays enjoyed in the USA, especially in Surf City! Don't cancel Christmas, go see this performance and celebrate the season. 6 performances, all ages. Time: 3 and 7 p.m. Cost:$10.00 ADULTS/$5.00 CHILDREN, PLUS THE $2.00 CITY SUR CHARGE. $12 & $7 PER PERSON. Call: (714) 375-0696. Location: Huntington Beach Playhouse, 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach

December 22, 2005 Huntington Beach Movies all day at Mann Pierside 6 Cinemas - NOW PLAYING: Movies at Mann Theatres -Thru Thursday, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Rated (PG) • 2 hrs. 12 min. 12:40pm, 3:50pm, 7:00pm, 10:10pm; Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 30 min. 11:30am, 3:10pm, 6:40pm, 10:00pm; Just Friends Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 28 min. Noon, 2:30pm, 4:50pm; King Kong Rated (PG-13) • 3 hrs. 7 min. 9:20am, 10:50am, 1:10pm, 2:40pm, 5:00pm, 6:30pm, 9:00pm, 10:20pm; Shopgirl Rated (R) • 1 hr. 44 min. 7:20pm, 9:40pm; Walk the Line Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 13 min. 12:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:50pm. 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. Photo

December 22, 2005 Band - Club Lyx with Peter G and special guests. $5/cover, 21+ a must! Hurricanes Bar & Grill. Location: 200 Main Street Suite 201 Huntington Beach, Ca 92648 Call: (714) 374-0500. Photos

December 22, 2005 Downtown Huntington Beach Holiday Gift - Enjoy 2 free hours of parking in the covered city garage located in the heart of downtown Huntington Beach. Go to any merchant or restaurant and request your coupon to present to parking attendants as you leave the garage. This special offer will last through January 2, 2006. Photo

December 22, 2005 Stand Up Comedy - 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

December 22, 2005 Band - Live music at Taco Surf. Enjoy great tunes with Boston Lore at Taco Surf, a restaurant and bar serving delicious food in a casual, Mexican cantina atmosphere with several dining areas. There is no cover charge for this live performance. Taco Surf is located north of the famous Water Tower house. Location: 16821 Pacific Coast Hwy, Surfside, CA. Call: (562) 592-2290. Photos

December 22, 2005 Band - Parkai Moon at Tumbleweed's Bar & Grill, 21+. No Cover. Begins after 8 p.m. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776.

December 22, 2005 Ballet - The Nutcracker Ballet performed by the Ballet Repertory Theatre. Location: Golden West College Mainstage Theater, 15744 Golden West Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $13; $12/Students & Seniors; $11/Children under 12. Call: (714) 895-8150, option 1. www.gwc.info/performingarts/boxoffice.html

December 22, 2005 Brews - Brew-A-Case Night at 6pm for 21+. You can even take a variety of what is brewed on your night, only $29.50 per case, personalized labels available too! Event includes great music, fun and sports action on demand. Location: BrewBakers, 7242 Heil Avenue. Huntington Beach, CA. 714-596-5506. Photos

December 22, 2005 Karaoke - at Martini Blues, Back Stage Room, 8:30 p.m. No cover/$10 minimum. Age: 21, valid ID required. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. ). /

December 22, 2005 Comedy - Competition Preliminary round #98:30 PM Start$5 cover and $10 minimum Host: Tom RiehlSpecial Guest: Geoff Keith 1. Clovis 2. Brian Dowell 3. Georgie Gee 4. Andy Hohl 5. Jessica Marchant 6. Jeremy Ramey 7. Lauri Roggenkamp 8. Devon Suraco 9. Evan Wecksell 10. Zhivago. Time: 8:30pm. All shows 21+. $10 minimum order of food and beverage, cover on some shows. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. . /

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