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SUNDAY,DECEMBER 20, 2009

December 20, 2009 Reserve your personal Gondola Christmas Lights Cruise. Huntington Harbour lights up with themed decorations, part of a contest and fund-raiser each year to raise money. Now is the time to take a magical gondola ride at night. Gondolas depart from Peter's Landing on Pacific Coast Highway at Anderson, Huntington Beach, CA.

December 20, 2009 Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

December 20, 2009 Theatre Nutcracker Ballet . Presented in its original, full-length version, this delightful holiday classic by Huntington Beach's Ballet Repertory Theatre is sure to please audiences of all ages. Breathtaking, magical, and humorous, Orange County's longest-running Nutcracker production is an affordable, feel-good family tradition with a versatile cast of over 250 dancers in 14 enchanting performances. Time: 5 p.m. Cost: $16 general admission; $15 seniors/groups & students; $14 children under 12. Location: Golden West College Theater, 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: (714) 895-8150. gwctheater.com

December 20, 2009 George Fryer Combo, band. Live at J.King Neptune's beginning at 4 p.m. Neptune's is a restaurant with an intimate club atmosphere. The cocktails are served by some of the best bartenders in the nation (one is a cocktail competition winner). 21+. Location: 17115 Pacific Coast Hwy, Sunset Beach, CA 90742. Call: Call: 562-592-4878. Photos

December 20, 2009 Bolsa Chica Wetlands and Mesa Tour. Free tour meets the third Sunday of every month. This is a two-hour walking tour of the Bolsa Chica Mesa and Wetlands conducted by the Bolsa Chica Land Trust. This docent-led tour makes five stops along the walkbridge and loop trails of the wetlands. Meet in the Ecological Reserve parking lot. Warm clothing, comfortable shoes and binoculars are recommended. Time: 10 a.m. to Noon. Cost: Free. Location: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Pacific Coast Highway between Warner Avenue and Seapoint Street directly across from Bolsa Chica State Beach. Call: (714) 846-1001. .bolsachicalandtrust.org

December 20, 2009 Snowflakes light up the Huntington Beach Pier and Main Street through 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.

December 20, 2009 Carols in the Courtyard. Bring the kids for holiday crafts, Santa appearance and live music. Hot cocoa and cookies are being served, as well. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Location: 5th Street near Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. atthestrand.com

December 20, 2009 Karaoke - with Tice at Pelican Isle. Time: 3 to 9 p.m. Pelican Isle, 16400 PCH, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (562) 592-3221

OUTDOORS

December 20, 2009 Beach Bonfire. You must bring your own fire wood to the beach for a beach bonfire. Fire rings are located north of the Huntington Beach Pier at Bolsa Chica State Beach on Pacific Coast Highway (between Warner Ave. & Seapoint St.) and south of the Huntington Beach Pier on PCH between 1st Street and Beach Blvd. at Huntington City Beach or between Beach Blvd. & Brookhurst Street at Huntington State Beach. Cost: Free, first come-first serve.

December 20, 2009 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 during daylight hours.

December 20, 2009 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.

December 20, 2009 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

ART & MUSEUMS

December 20, 2009 Newland House Museum - Take a guided tour with Huntington Beach's historian at the Newland House. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Cost: $2 admission. Location: 19820 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach CA 92648 Call: (714) 962-5777

December 20, 2009 HB's 100 YEARS Art Exhibit - Anderson Art Gallery celebrates the 100th Birthday of Huntington Beach in a special gallery exhibit from Huntington Beach artist and gallery owner, Bill Anderson of Anderson Art Gallery. You are invited to the gallery to participate and view the exhibit and look at images from the 1960's through current times. Working in a variety of media, Anderson's works include linoleum block prints, water colors, oil paintings and drawings. The exhibit runs through January 31, 2009.Time: 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location: 16812 Pacific Coast Highway (next to Captain Jack's Restaurant). Call: (562) 592-4393.

December 20, 2009 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.

December 20, 2009 Art Exhibit - Cost: Free admission. Time: Noon - 6 pm. Location: Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Call: (714) 374-1650.

December 20, 2009 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.

December 20, 2009 Exhibit - Surfing Exhibit. Location: International Surfing Museum of Huntington Beach, 411 Olive Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 960-3483

Nearby

Costa Mesa - Ride the train in Fairview Park. This 1/8th scale train ride is offered by the OC train club. Time: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Location: 2480 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, CA. Call: (949) 54-TRAINS.

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