Calendar of Eventsdoesn't list the local attractions, but you ought to know that you can head over to Disneyland for some thrills, ride roller coasters at Knotts Berry Farm, see the tidepools at Laguna Beach and visit South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa? Universal Studios Hollywood isn't far away. And the big destinations are San Diego (with Legoland), and coastal Santa Monica, Beverly Hills with Rodeo Drive and a whole lot of upscale shopping ranging from rings and designer handbags to silk suits, leather Italian shoes and more!

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2008

January 2, 2008 Disc Frisbee Golf Weekly Amateur League Play - The public is invited to get out and compete in this exciting sport that's relaxing and easy to learn. In weekly league play, competitors are assigned a handicap. Location: Huntington Beach Disc Golf Course, Central Park lot off Golden West Street between Talbert and Ellis. Time: 3 p.m. Call for pricing and sign up: (714) 425-9931. Photos

January 2, 2008 Wetlands viewing - Birders, nature lovers and the curious are invited to drop by the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, one of the West Coast's significant flyways for migrating birds. Bring binoculars to enjoy even closer views of these soaring creatures. Location: Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint and Warner on the east side of the highway. Enjoy 300 acres, plus a 1.5 mile loop trail. No pets or bikes permitted on the trails. Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

January 2, 2008 Surfing Sounds Exhibit- Features the works and memorabilia of The Beach Boys. Learn about this top-selling band worldwide who brought a sound that lives today. Location: Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum. Location: 411 Olive Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Time: Noon to 5 p.m. Cost:$2/donation, Kids $1. Call: (714) 960-3483. surfingmuseum.org

January 2, 2008 Sunset Gondola Huntington Harbour Experience. Individual, family and group tours of Huntington Harbour in your personal gondola. Take the the length of tour you prefer. Location: Peter's Landing, Huntington Beach, CA.

January 2, 2008 Comedy Night at Tumbleweeds Bar & Saloon where food is served till Midnight every day! Pool, darts, Monday Night Football Specials and meal deals. 21094 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, California (714) 960-3776

January 2, 2008 - Live music - at the Blue Cafe. Time: 9 p.m. 21+. Location: 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (562) 592-1302. thebluecafe.com

January 2, 2008 Art - Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central Library on the first floor features works from amateur and professional artists with varied themes that range from landscapes to abstracts. This mixed media exhibit is free to see. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.

January 2, 2008 Shipley Nature Center - Open to the public, it includes an interpretive center with educational exhibits, nature trails for wildlife viewing and native gardens. Shipley Nature Center is an 18-acre natural area open daily M-Sat 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone: 714-842-4772

January 2, 2007 Comedy Night at Martini Blues - 3 professional acts (no amateurs). Cover: $10/person, 21+. Location: 5874 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: 714-840-2129.

January 2, 2008 Movie features at Century 20 Huntington Beach, 7777 Edinger Ave. off the 405 at Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Box Office Phone: (800) FAN-DANG 987#

The Golden Compass
11:20, 2:00
Enchanted
11:45, 2:25
The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep
12:30, 1:50, 3:15, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50
Fred Claus
12:20
Aliens vs. Predator - Requiem
12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 6:50, 8:00, 9:15, 10:25
I Am Legend
12:00, 2:35, 3:05, 5:10, 5:45, 6:25, 7:45, 8:15, 9:00, 10:15
Charlie Wilson's War
12:15, 1:30, 2:45, 4:00, 5:15, 6:30, 7:50, 9:05, 10:20
National Treasure: Book of Secrets
10:05, 12:10, 1:05, 3:15, 4:10, 5:20, 6:20, 7:15, 8:25, 9:25, 10:15
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
11:10, 2:00, 4:50, 7:40, 10:30
The Kite Runner
10:20, 1:20, 4:25, 7:30, 10:30
Alvin and the Chipmunks
11:15, 11:55, 1:35, 2:15, 3:55, 4:40, 10:05
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 6:45, 8:00, 9:10, 10:25
Juno
10:35, 11:50, 1:00, 2:20, 3:35, 4:50, 6:00, 7:20, 8:35, 9:45
P.S. I Love You
10:30, 1:25, 4:20, 7:25, 10:20
The Great Debaters
11:00, 1:55, 4:45, 7:40, 10:35
The Metropolitan Opera: Hansel and Gretel - NCM Event
10:00

Jan. 2007 2; Jan. 2006 2; Jan. 2005 2

This calendar does not guarantee accuracy of information as events are subject to change.