Huntington Beach, California

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2005

December 8, 2005 Art - Just Visiting Art Exhibit examines works from artists in California, New York and England at at Huntington Beach Art Center. Time: Noon to 8 p.m. Location: 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 374-1650. Photos

December 8, 2005 Art - Digital Photographic Essay of Montecito's Val Verde estate. Perhaps even more significant than its Spanish Colonial Revival house designed by Bertram Goodhue, are Val Verde's powerful and poetic gardens, transformed in the 1930s from formal academic expressions into a simple evocation of an Italian villa garden. Enjoy this artistic journey into the gardens and halls of Val Verde. Cost: Free. Golden West College Fine Arts Gallery is located on the campus of Golden West (Community) College on Gothard Street. Enter on Center Avenue. Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, California 92647.

December 8, 2005 The Living Nativity features more than 200 participants who re-enact the spirit Christmas in a drive-through event that goes from 6 to 9 p.m. Cars line up early. First Christian Church, 1207 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 536-2589, ext. 2.

December 8, 2005 Huntington Beach Movies all day at Mann Pierside 6 Cinemas - NOW PLAYING: Movies at Mann Theatres -Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 30 min. 11:30am, 12:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 10:00pm, 11:00pm; Just Friends Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 28 min. 12:20pm, 2:50pm, 5:15pm, 7:40pm, 10:20pm; Rent Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 15 min. 1:10pm, 4:10pm, 7:10pm, 10:10pm; Walk the Line Rated (PG-13) • 2 hrs. 13 min. 1:00pm, 4:20pm, 7:20pm, 10:30pm; Yours, Mine & Ours Rated (PG) • 1 hr. 28 min.; 11:45am, 2:00pm, 4:30pm, 7:00pm, 9:30pm. 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.

December 8, 2005 Edwards Charter Centre 5 Movies - Jarhead Rated (R) • 1 hr. 55 min. (4:00), 7:00, 9:50; The Kid & I Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 33 min. (4:50), 7:30, 10:10; Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang Rated (R) • 1 hr. 43 min. (4:20), 7:20, 9:45; The Legend of Zorro Rated (PG) • 2 hrs. 10 min. (4:15), 7:10, 10:00; Prime Rated (PG-13) • 1 hr. 46 min. (5:00), 10:05; Saw II Rated (R) • 1 hr. 31 min. 7:40. Matinee show times are in parentheses. Ticket price: $6.50/matinee; $9/adult; $7/student; $6.50/senior; $6/ child. Location: 7822 Warner Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Call: 714-841-0770 or (800) 326-3264.

December 8, 2005 Bikes to Baja Fundraiser - Do you have an old bike? The Huntington Beach Longboard Club is accepting donations of old (or new) bikes for children in Mexico. This popular event held in memory of famed surfer Blackie August culminates in a trip to Baja Mexico where the refurbished are given to children without bicycles. A "surf out" for August follows the bike distribution. You may donate bikes now till the 2nd week in December. Call: Wally Walzyck at (714) 848-0800 for drop-off details.

December 8, 2005 Band - Octoon -from France at The Brigg HB. Location: 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (562) 592-2200.

December 8, 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.

Thursday, December 8, 2005 Preliminary round #7 8:30 PM Start $5 cover and $10 minimum. Host: Ara Anton Special Guest: Wes Martens 1. Albert Chi 2. Milton DeWayne 3. Chris Francis 4. Natalie Gray 5. Paul Lucero 6. Adam Montano 7. Deborah Monterrosa 8. Dan Paraiso 9. Gordon "Lugg Nuttz" Stewart. . All shows 21+. $10 minimum order of food and beverage, cover on some shows. Location: Martini Blues Supper Club, 5874 Edinger Avenue. .

December 8, 2005 Band - Live music at Taco Surf. Enjoy great tunes with Keith 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.

December 8, 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

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