TOP 10 EVENTS!
May 4, 2008 AVP Crocs Tour - Pro Beach Volleyball Tournament . Association of Volleyball Professionals is a US Tour of top volleyball players in US. On the beach sand volleyball play makes for an exciting, outdoor game and venue. Other stops on the tour may include Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Long Beach and San Francisco (check avp.com for updates.) Vendors will sell everything from volleyballs to sporting goods and clothing. Often there are free handouts, and celebrity volleyball autograph opportunities. Location: South Side of Huntington Beach Pier at Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Cost: Free to watch, premier grandstand seats sold and require ticket. Time: Daily morning to late afternoon. Call: (310) 426-8000. avp.com
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
May 4, 2008 Play - Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay; Lyrics by Johnny Mercer; Music by Gene de Paul; New Songs by Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn; Directed by Martie Ramm. Pontipee brothers live a rough, lonely existence when Adam, the eldest of seven brothers, rides into town one day to pick up some supplies and also picks up a headstrong bride! Millie valiantly attempts to civilize the brothers so that they can find brides of their own. But Millie’s plan backfires when the brothers decide to snatch six women to be their brides! Time: 2 p.m. Cost: $20/general admission. Location: 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, California gwctheater.com
May 4, 2008 Karaoke - Center Stage Karaoke with Josh. Location: Surf City Saloon. Time: 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Address: 18528 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 963-7744.
May 4, 2008 Band - Karaoke - with Tice at Harpoon Harry's. Time: 3 - 9 p.m. Location: Harpoon Harry's in Sunset Beach, California. Harpoon Harry's Restaurant 16821 Pacific Coast Hwy. Sunset Beach, CA 90742. Phone 562-592-5216
ART & MUSEUMS
May 4, 2008 Art exhibition - Celine Chat, a surfer and artist from France, exhibits at the International Surfing Museum of Huntington Beach in California a combination of her artwork made in Australia , Caribbean and Brazil : Sharing Perspectives. Her abstract artwork is now renowned in many countries like France, United Stated, Australia, West Indies or Brazil, from (celine-chat.com). Location: International Surfing Museum of Huntington Beach, 411 Olive Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 960-3483
May 4, 2008 New exhibition- Surfing Sounds Part II: Jan & Dean. This new exhibit explores the relationship and affect surfing music has on the surfing culture and pop culture, as well. It features original art by Huntington Beach resident, Dean Torrence of Jan & Dean, plus memorabilia from the band's decade-long rise to fame with songs that topped the charts with 28 hits: Deadman's Curve, Little Old Lady from Pasadena, Surf City and more.
May 4, 2008 Art Exhibit - Windows Gallery features Huntington Beach Art League 2008 Open Juried Show. Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central Library 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. Hours: Regular library hours apply.
May 4, 2008 Art Exhibit - at The Gallery HB. Original sculptures and oil paintings by Corinne Hartley, largest collection of Todd White art and works by Toreen West, plus Dean Torrence (Jan & Dean) graphics are featured at Huntington Beach's premier fine arts gallery. Gifts such as jewelry and art glass begin at $50. Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Call:(714) 845-4835.
May 4, 2008 Art Show - "American Watercolor Artists". Time: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Bill Anderson Art Gallery, 16812 Pacific Coast Highway (next to Captain Jack's Restaurant). Call: (562) 592-4393.
May 4, 2008 Newland House Museum Tour - The historic Newland House is features a museum and docent led tours from local historians who provide information about the two-story Victorian home built in 1898. Location: Newland Center at Beach Boulevard and Adams Avenue, 19820 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach CA 92648. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Cost: $2. Call: (714) 962-5777. Photos
OUTDOORS
May 4, 2008 Sunset Gondola Cruise Tickets. Individuals, couples and families can take a personal gondola tour.
May 4, 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.
May 4, 2008 Disc Frisbee Golf - The public is invited to get out and compete in this exciting sport that's relaxing and easy to learn. Location: Huntington Beach Disc Golf Course, Central Park lot off Golden West Street between Talbert and Ellis. Time: Daily. Call: (714) 425-9931.
May 4, 2008 Golden West College Swap Meet in the Golden West College parking lot includes New & Used Items, Fresh Produce, Records, Music Memorabilia, Antiques & Collectibles and much more! Cost: Free Parking and Free Admission. Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call: (714) 898-7927 for 24-hour information. Location: 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, California 92647
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This calendar does not guarantee accuracy of information as events are subject to change.