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May 16, 2008 Laguna Hills, California South Coast Symphony presents THE FANTASTICKS 8:00 PM $25 - $28 23331 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Orange County s unstuffy SOUTH COAST SYMPHONY, presents a one night only staged concert version of the world s longest running musical THE FANTASTICKS on May 16th at 8:00pm at Lake Hills Church. A classic coming-of-age story, THE FANTASTICKS features two meddling, matchmaking fathers who scheme to get their children together. THE FANTASTICKS originally opened at the Sullivan Street Playhouse on May 3, 1960 and played 17,162 performances before closing on January 13, 2002. THE FANTASTICKS is one of the most produced musicals in the world with Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones and Music by Harvey Schmidt. John Huntington of Mission Viejo directs the stage production while also taking on the role of the Narrator, El Gallo. Joining him on stage will be John Petersen of Aliso Viejo and Ted Leib of Tustin as Bellomy and Hucklebee, the meddling fathers; Megan Starr-Levitt of San Clemente and Aaron Phillips of Glendale as the young lovers Luisa and Matt; Jack Ritschel of Anaheim as Henry, the Old Actor, and Rigo De Oliva of Long Beach as Mortimer, Henry s accomplice; with Karen Rymar of Aliso Viejo and Peggy O Neill of Mission Viejo rounding out the cast as the Mutes. Tickets are available by calling the Symphony s Box Office number at (714) 731-8079 or by visiting their website at www.southcoastsymphony.org. Casual South Coast Symphony 714-731-8079 jrpactor@aol.com

May 21st, Surf City Connection (Business Exposition) 4-6:30pm, Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy. For more details I will send you the flyer just ask. "Linda Martin" <lmartin@hbcoc.com>


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Ongoing Networking Events

1st Friday, “Wake Up With Los Alamitos” Breakfast (monthly), 7:30am, losalchamber.org

2nd Tuesdays, La Habra, Chamber Networking Lunch, 11am-noon, Pizza Club - 1279 E. La Habra Blvd. corner of La Habra Blvd and Harbor Blvd near Big Lots. 562 697 1704

2nd Wed Tustin Chamber Business Breakfast, 7:30-9am, (Arrive at 7:15 to network!) $13 Members w/RSVP, $16 Members w/o, $16 Guests, Tustin Ranch Golf Club, 12442 Tustin Ranch Road, RSVP to (714) 544-5341

3 rd Wednesday, La Habra, Networking Mixer, 5-7pm, Location changes each month see schedule for details. 562 697 1704

3rd Wednesday Various SeniorNetworking ( Orange County) 11:30-1:00 Free. No mebership required SeniorNetworking( Orange County)is a monthly networking lunch for those involved with Seniors & Healthcare industry. Held at a different location every month. There is no charge or membership fee for any lunch. Please bring marketing materials and business cards. Visit www.seniornetworking.org for next lunch. Buddy Liberman 310-986-5256 buddyl@seniornetworking.org

Last Thursday, Good Morning La Habra, 7:30am, normally held at the Westridge Golf Club/ Banquet facility 1400 S. La Habra Hills Dr. 562 697 1704

Wednesday’s, Mission Viejo, Christian Strategic Alliance breakfast meeting, 7:30-8:45am, free admission, Guests and potential new members are always welcome at CSA meetings, which are Open To All At No Charge.  The organization's purpose is to create an environment conducive to business development, networking, and referral generation for its members.   No membership fee.   Memberships available to those in non-conflicting industries who demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism.  For further information, see www.CSAOC.com.   Regency Room; Regency Realty, 3rd Floor - 25950 Acero

3rd Thursdays, Costa Mesa, 90-Minute Breakfast Boost, 7:15am, Costa Mesa Country Club, $13 Reservations - $18 at door Chamber Office 714/885-909

Third Tuesdays, Hawthorne, Women in Business Luncheon, Noon, meet a different place each month, and each month a different guest speaker, $15 members, $20 non-members, open to all women who either own a business or who are somehow affiliated with women in business.  Men may also attend, if they like, and can promote their businesses as well. Contact Cherise Vallas, Director of Communications, Business Women's Council, Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce at abovedove2003@yahoo.com with questions, or to obtain the location

First Thursday Mixers, San Clemente, see scchamber.org for location.

Seminars and Workshops for Men and Women

 

Wednesdays of 2008, Cypress, Toastmasters International 6:30-8pm, 5701 Katella Ave , Workshop Hello and Welcome! We are the Cypress Communicators, Toastmasters International Club 6245, and have been teaching communication and leadership skills to men and women in Orange County and Los Angeles County. Our mission is to provide a supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills. GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO VISIT! PacifiCare Health Systems, 5701 Katella Ave. Contact: ask@CypressCommunicators.com, Phone (562) 421-9036

 

Ongoing Workshops

Orange County One Stop Center (Westminister) provides free workshops on a wide range of topics such as: resume writing, image, interview techniques, skills, job search, and more. Please see their website at www.coastalonestop.cccd.edu

 

Ongoing Networking Events

The Aspyrre Business Owners Success Team provides business owners with a stimulating, challenging and risk free environment to solve problems, share experiences, and explore new ideas. In addition to tapping into the wisdom of other business owners, you'll get case studies and focused topics to sharpen your mind and keep you thinking proactively about the best way to achieve your vision. At this time there are four vacancies on this ten-person team. If interested in joining this small group, please contact Nahid Casazza right away at
(949) 495-1021 for more detailed information

Soroptimist International of Fullerton meets at Anaheim Park Hotel, 91 Fwy at Harbor the First, Second, Third Mondays at 12:15 pm. The First Monday is Business Meeting, Second Monday is Program Meeting and Third Monday is Committee Meetings. Call Donna Elsasser 714-595-9510 for info.

Third Tuesdays, Hawthorne, Women in Business Luncheon, Noon, meet a different place each month, and each month a different guest speaker, $15 members, $20 non-members, open to all women who either own a business or who are somehow affiliated with women in business.  Men may also attend, if they like, and can promote their businesses as well. Contact Cherise Vallas, Director of Communications, Business Women's Council, Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce at abovedove2003@yahoo.com with questions, or to obtain the location.

South Orange County For You Network meets the 1st Monday of each month at the Chocolate Cafe 23902 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 at 6:30 p.m. for information and to RSVP contact Esther Denn ,Director at 949-231-0231 or email edenn@cox.net or Co-Director Tracey Downey-Racen at 949-637-8293 or email tracey.downey@mychocolatefix.com  This network will hold its first meeting in March.

 

North Orange County For You Network meets the Third Tuesday of each month at FoxFire Restaurant 5717 E Santa Ana Canyon Road at 11:30am contact Shirley Kerr at 951-688-8046 or email starsprt@earthlink.net for more information and cost. Check out the website at http://www.foryounetwork.com/ for speaker info and cost.

 

Long Beach For You Network meets the last Wednesday of each month at 11:30 am at he Long Beach Marriott Hotel 4700 Airport Plaza Drive, Long Beach, CA for more info and/or to reserve your space contact Leanne Sabo, Director at 562-245-0555 or email Leesabo@msn.com 

Women's Seminars

4th Monday of each month, Mission Viejo, Women’s Wellness: Breast Health, 5:30-6:30pm, free, This class will discuss importance of annual mammography, breast exams, and breast cancer risk factors. (949) 364-1770, Mission Hospital Cancer Resource Library, 27700 Medical Center Road, 3rd Floor

 

 

 


Car Events

Fridays, Garden Grove, Car Show on Main, 4-9pm, 714-636-2010

Saturdays, Huntington Beach, Sun Rise Car Cruisers, 6-9am, Magnolia at Adams. http://www.hb.org/

 

Health Related Events

Mondays, Irvine, Laguna Beach Community Mobile Health Clinic, 9-Noon, on-site in the parking lot at Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Plaza. Clinic services are offered (no services on holidays). The clinic serves all age groups, from children through the elderly. Families or individuals without health care benefits can receive services on a sliding scale fee ranging from $5 - $20. Social security numbers are not required and anyone needing health care will be seen.: To learn more or to make an appointment call the Laguna Beach Community Clinic (949) 494-0761

Fullerton On-going second Thursday of each month - St. Jude Medical Center Blood Drive, 7-7, 101 E. Valencia Mesa Drive, in the Erickson Education Center

4th Monday of each month, Mission Viejo, Women’s Wellness: Breast Health, 5:30-6:30pm, free, This class will discuss importance of annual mammography, breast exams, and breast cancer risk factors. (949) 364-1770, Mission Hospital Cancer Resource Library, 27700 Medical Center Road, 3rd Floor

 

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Movie Events

 

Saturdays, Buena Park, 11am movies in the library, 7150 La Palma Ave. For information call (714) 826-4100

Wednesdays: Buena Park Downtown Senior Movie Program, 9:30am and 12:30pm, at the Buena Park Downtown Krikorian Metroplex 18 Theatres, Phone, 714-503-5000

 

Volunteer Events

First Tuesday of each month, Orange, New Volunteer Orientation meeting for Habitat for Humanity, 6:30-8:30, free, St Joseph, 480 S.Batavia Street, www.habitatoc.org

Ongoing Events

Mon-Thurs, Lake Forest, The Lounge,1-4pm, free, (teens) 25550 Commercentre Dr, 949-461-3446

Every Monday, Garden Grove, ESL Classes, 9:30-11:30, Free - Acker Hall, United Methodist Church. Call 897-9591

Tues/Thurs, Lake Forest, Computer Lab, 1-4pm,(teens) Registration packet must be completed prior to use of the computers, 25550 Commercentre Dr, 949-461-3450

2nd Sundays, Placentia, Used Book Sales, 1-4pm, Enter from the parking lot at the loading dock area. Placentia Library, 411 East Chapman Avenue, 528-1906

Costa Mesa: The third weekend of each month you can climb aboard a train and travel over three miles of track and a 100' bridge. Youth of all ages are welcome to join in the fun at Fairview Park located at Placentia Avenue and Estancia North. Information: (949) 548-7246

4th Saturday monthly, Seal Beach Chamber & Business Assn. Monthly Beach Clean, Noon, 1st St Beach



Book Events

Ongoing Events

First Friday evening Arts series: Dana Point , Readings and Book Signing, 6-9pm,at JC Beans Coffee Shop


Art Events

Ongoing Events

Free Art Gallery with rotating exhibitions at Founders Hall Art Gallery,` M-F, 9 am - 5 pm. Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, contact Wendy Harder 949.480.4081 info@soka.edu Rotating exhibitions by international, national and local artists Free Art Gallery with rotating exhibitions at Founders Hall Art Gallery, M-F, 9 am - 5 pm. Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, contact Wendy Harder 949.480.4081 info@soka.edu Rotating exhibitions by international, national and local artists

First Thursday’s, Laguna Beach Gallery Art Walk, 6-9pm, www.firstthursdaysartwalk.com
meet at the Art Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, 949-683-6871

Fridays, San Clemente, Artist Reception, 5-10pm, Art, Music, Lounge, Gallery 104, 104 S. Ola Vista, 949.218.0903

Wednesday, Dana Point, Art In Motif, 5:30-7:30pm, Location: The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, Phone: 949/240-8721, Reception features a different artist each week. Complimentary glass of wine, hors'd ourves and valet parking

First Thursday of the month, free admission to the museum, 949 494-8971, www.lagunaartmuseum.org

First Friday Art Reception, Dana Point, 6-9pm, free, Meet the artists, enjoy wine and hors d' ourves, Dana Arts Plaza , Dana Point Coastal Arts, 34118 Pacific Coast Hwy

First Saturday each month, Santa Ana, Artists Village Open House, 7-10pm, The Village is located on Second Street at Broadway, http://www.aplaceforart.org/ free

1st Sunday's, San Clemente, Arts & Crafts Fair, 10-4, free, Ave. Del Mar

2nd Tuesday Monthly, Mission Viejo, Artists Welcome - Saddleback Art League (SAL)/ Mission Viejo Fine Art Society, 7pm, free, at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center (24932 Veterans Way) Programs consist of lectures and demonstrations by renowned professional artists in various media.  Other activities of SAL include an annual juried competition, outdoor art shows, art library, rotating gallery at local businesses, an informative newsletter and more. For more information, please call Joyce Hudson at
(949) 859-6347
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First Thursday of the month, free admission to the museum 949 494-8971, www.lagunaartmuseum.org

 
 
 

 

Nature Events

Saturdays: Laguna Beach, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, 8am, WALK WITH A NATURALIST, free, $3.- Parking, 949-923-2235, Organizations leading activities within the Park include: LAGUNA GREENBELT INC. LGB LOCATION: meet at Willow Canyon

www.ocparks.com

www.crystalcovestatepark.com

 

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