Around town - Feb. 1, 2000
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TODAY
The National Assn. of Women Business Owners Orange County will hold a
meeting from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Wyndham Garden Hotel, 3350 Avenue of the
Arts, Costa Mesa. Scott Bailey will speak on “How to Avoid Unpaid
Consulting in Today’s Marketplace.” The event, which includes dinner, is
$34 for first-time guests, $44 for nonmembers. For reservations and more
information, call (714) 832-5741.
WEDNESDAY
OCC will hold a seminar on financing a college education at 7 p.m. at the
Robert B. Moore Theatre. The two-hour seminar will be given in English,
Spanish and Vietnamese. OCC is at 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa. For
more information, call (714) 432-0202, ext. 28122.
The Newport Beach Public Library presents “Living the Good Life on a
Fixed Income,” a free noon program. Financial Consultant Jason Sherr will
speak. The library is at 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 717-3801.
The Jewish Community Center presents “Memories are Forever,” a six-week
course on organizing photo scrapbooks. The course runs Wednesdays, Feb. 2
through 23 and March 1 and 8. Fee is $12 per session for JCC members, $15
per session for nonmembers. The center is at 250 E. Baker St., Costa
Mesa.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center will hold a Life Story Writing class
Wednesdays, Feb. 2 through June 7. The Center is at 695 West 19th St.,
Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949) 645-2356.
THURSDAY
South Coast Plaza will host the “Fascination of Orchids International
Show and Sale” Feb. 3-6 at the Crate & Barrel wing of the mall. Orchids
from more than 60 growers will be represented and each day of the show
will feature seminars and speakers. South Coast Plaza is at 3333 Bear
St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 435-2160.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center will hold an armchair travel class
Thursdays, Feb. 3 through June 5. The Center is at 695 West 19th St.,
Costa Mesa. For more information, call 9949) 645-2356.
The Newport Beach Public Library presents a free program, “Romantic
Relationships,” at 7 p.m. Maxine Cohen, marriage and family therapist,
will speak. The library is at 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 717-3801.
Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church will host Richard Wallis, UC
Irvine physicist, who will discuss the concept of entropy, at 7 a.m. at
Coco’s Restaurant in Fashion Island, 151 Newport Center Drive, Newport
Beach. A $10 donation covers the talk and breakfast. For more
information, call (949) 644-1145.
Terri Smooke, special assistant to Gov. Gray Davis for Jewish Community
Affairs, will speak to the Trendsetters of the Women’s Division of the
Jewish Federation of Orange County at a luncheon at the Newport Coast
home of Heidi Berkley. The luncheon is $25. For reservations and more
information, call (714) 755-5555, ext. 222.
The 1999 Career Network meeting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian
Church will feature Lynn Bauman of Career Navigation, who will speak of
“Differentiating Yourself in the Interview.” The church is at 600 St.
Andrew’s Road, Newport Beach. The meeting is free. For more information,
call (949) 574-2239.
FRIDAY
Orange Coast College will hold its fourth and final program in its
Sailing Adventure Series at 8 p.m. in the Robert B. Moore Theatre. The
program, “Survival -- And Beyond,” will feature Bill Butler, who will
describe his experience of being attacked by whales and cast adrift for
66 days on a life raft. Tickets are $5 to $13. OCC is at 2701 Fairview
Road, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-5880.
The Ben Gurion Society of the Jewish Federation Young Business and
Professionals Division will hold its inaugural event at 6:30 p.m. at the
Newport Beach home of Jim and Marti Eisenberg for end of Sabbath rituals
and light dining. The program is open to donors who will consider making
a pledge of $1,000 to the Jewish Federation Annual Campaign. For more
information, call (714) 755-5555, ext. 225.
The Orange Apple Computer Club’s meeting will feature Michelle Carlson of
the Nova Development Corp., who will present Nova’s Print Explosion. The
meeting will also feature beginners and advanced question-and-answer
session, special interest groups, and more. The meeting runs from 8 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m. in the Chemistry Building of Orange Coast College, 2701
Fairview Road, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 836-0522.
The Orange County Fairgrounds hosts a travel show from noon to 5 p.m.
Feb. 5 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 in building Nos. 10 and 12.
Admission is $6. The fairgrounds are at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. For
more information, call (714) 953-4956.
The Alzheimer’s Assn. Gala honoring Maureen Reagan will be held starting
at 6:30 p.m. at the Four Seasons Hotel, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport
Beach. Guests of honor include Orange County Supervisor Tom Wilson and
Peggy Goldwater Clay. Tickets are $200. For more information, call (714)
283-1111.
The Orange County Fairgrounds will host a guitar swap meet, show and sale
from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 5 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 6. The event
will feature exhibits of old, rare, new and used guitars, amps, banjos,
effects, memorabilia and equipment. The fairgrounds are at 88 Fair Drive,
Costa Mesa. For more information, call (800) 453-7469.
Borders South Coast Plaza, Premier Hair Studio, the New Man clothing
store and author/cartoonist Rubin Gerard will present an event at 2 p.m.
at the Borders cafe to help men and women look their best for Valentine’s
Day. The event will feature hair-styling tips, make-overs and more. The
store is at 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714)
432-7854.
SATURDAY
George’s Camelot Restaurant will host a meeting to discuss a trip to the
Cote d’Azur in July 2000 as part of the Newport Beach Sister City Assn.
The event, which starts at 6:30 p.m., features three entrees, soup or
salad and wine, and costs $30. For more information, call (949) 833-5717.
Sterling BMW will hold a fund-raising party at 7 p.m. to raise money for
Newport Harbor High’s Grad Night. The dealership is at 3000 West Coast
Highway, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 673-5604.
The noon meeting of Business and Professional Women will feature “Sleep
Talk” author Lois Haddad. The meeting, which includes lunch, is $17 for
members, $22 for nonmembers, and will be held at the Wyndham Garden
Hotel, 3350 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa. For more information, call
(949) 955-7534.
Hoag Cancer Center presents a community education program on living with
cancer at 7 p.m. Robert O. Dillman, medical director of the center, will
speak on “Issues and Controversies Surrounding Clinical Trials.” For
information, call (949) 760-5542.
The Jewish Community Center of Orange County presents “50 Years War,” a
film and discussion on the Israeli and Arab struggle for peace. The event
runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and is free. The center is at 250 East Baker
St., Costa Mesa.
The Costa Mesa Borders Business Networking Group will present a free
workshop, “How to Maximize Your Networking Efforts,” with Jacque Daniel
at 7 p.m. at Borders Book, Music and Care, Newport Ave. and 19th St.,
Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 256-0353.
Four grandmothers will discuss raising their families in the 1940s, ‘50s
and ‘60s in different parts of the U.S. in “Breakfast and Bubbe Meises
(Grandmother Stories)” at 9:30 a.m. at the Jewish Federation of Orange
County, 250 E. Baker St., Costa Mesa. The event, which includes
breakfast, is free. For reservations and more information, call (714)
755-5555, ext. 222.
David Gabbe, author of two books on vegetarian nutrition and cooking,
will teach Cooking with Beans and Grains from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 7 and 14
at the Neighborhood Community Center, 1845 Park Ave., Costa Mesa. The
cost for the two classes is $30 plus a $10 materials fee. For more
information, call (714) 327-7525.
Coastline Counseling Center of Newport Beach will hold a free program on
Attention Deficit Disorder at 7 p.m. Joan Andrews will speak about the
disorder. Coastline is at 1200 Quail, Suite 105, Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 476-0991.
Dale Marcelle, author of “Fire in the Streets! A History of the Cold Race
War in America,” will discuss his book at 7 p.m. at Borders Books, Music
and Cafe at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa. For more
information, call (714) 432-7854.
A Great Decisions discussion of “Russia: Report Card on Survival” will be
led by Karen Speros from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at St. Mark Presbyterian Church,
2100 Mar Vista, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-1691.
FEB. 9
The Newport Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a noon networking
luncheon with Scott Bailey of Sandler Sales Institute at the Sutton Place
Hotel, 4500 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. The event is $20 for members
with a reservations, $25 at the door. For more information, call (949)
729-4400.
Sherman Library and Gardens will hold a class, “Growing Plants Indoors
... the Easy Way” at 9:30 a.m. John Bishop, the gardens’ manager of
horticulture, will discuss how to solve and prevent common problems with
indoor plants. Registration fee is $20. The gardens are at 2647 East
Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. For more information, call (949) 673-2261.
ONGOING
Essentials Counseling is offering two free seminars on Mondays and
Wednesdays in January and February. “Learn how to stop binge eating” will
be 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and “Are you concerned about your child’s
weight?” will be Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call
(949) 548-4437.
A women’s therapy support group meets to discuss relationship issues at
6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1151 Dove St., No. 105, Newport Beach. For more
information, call Barbara at (949) 261-8003.
The Friends of the Newport Beach Public Library Used Book Store needs to
replenish its book stock. Patrons are urged to bring in unwanted books.
With the exception of law books or magazines, all donations -- hardcover
and paperback -- are welcome and are tax-deductible. Books may be left at
any of the three branch libraries -- Balboa, Mariners or Corona del Mar.
They can also be left in the special book closet next to the store at
1000 Avocado Ave. For more information, call (949 759-9667.
The Newport Beach Newcomers Club meets at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of
each month at different homes. The group of about 100 women go on the
road, play golf, tennis, bridge and more. The group also holds several
evening parties. For more information, call (949) 854-4501.
St. Mark Health Ministries presents Love Without Honor support groups for
women coping with domestic violence at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Mondays through
December. The groups will meet for two hours at St. Mark Presbyterian
Church, 2100 Mar Vista Ave., Newport Beach. For more information, call
(949) 721-8079.
The Jewish Family Service of Orange County sponsors a discussion group
focusing on issues, concerns and responsibilities of adult children
caring for their elderly parents at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 250 E. Baker
St., Costa Mesa. The purpose of the group is to help children and other
concerned relatives to identify problems and issues and develop
appropriate solutions. The cost is $30. For more information, call (714)
445-4950.
The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce holds networking luncheon meetings
from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701 Golf
Course Drive, Costa Mesa. Visitors are welcome. Cost is $12. For more
information, call (714) 885-9090.
The Lido Isle Toastmasters Club meets at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the Oakwood
Apartments, 1700 16th St., in the clubhouse on the main level, in Newport
Beach. For more information, call (949) 515-9470.
The John Henry Foundation sponsors the Comfort Zone, a mental illness
support group, which meets from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at the
Lighthouse Coastal Community Church, 301 Magnolia St., Costa Mesa. For
more information, call (949) 548-7274.
Jewish Family Service of Orange County sponsors an ongoing Jewish healing
support group for people experiencing chronic illness. The purpose is to
provide participants with emotional and spiritual support to manage
illness and its consequences. The group meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at
Jewish Family Service, 250 E. Baker St., Costa Mesa. Attendance is free,
but preregistration is required. To register or for more information,
call (714) 445-4950.
Scrabble Club No. 350 meets from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays at Borders Books
and Music on 19th Street and Newport Boulevard, Costa Mesa. The cost is
$3. New players are welcome. For more information, call (949) 759-4871.
The Coin and Stamp Club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays at the OASIS
Senior Center. New members who are interested in trading, buying and
selling stamps and coins are being sought to join these informal
meetings. There are no fees required. For more information, call (949)
644-3244.
Jewish Family Service offers ongoing bereavement support groups for
adults at all stages of loss. The groups share experiences, hear how
others deal with grief, receive support and learn ways to cope with
sadness and loss. One group meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Beth Jacob in
Irvine. The second group meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Temple Judea in
Laguna Hills. The third group meets at 1 p.m. Thursdays at the Ezra
Center in Anaheim. There is no fee for these groups, but preregistration
is required. For more information, call (714) 445-4950.
Newcomers to the Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Balboa Island and the
Newport Coast areas are invited to meet others who are also new at the
Newport Beach Newcomers’ Club. This group of women meets once a month on
Wednesdays at different homes and locations. For more information, please
call (949) 644-0302.
Jewish Family Service of Orange County provides a support and discussion
group to assist participants in their recovery from childhood or teenage
sexual abuse. The group meets from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 250 E.
Baker St., Costa Mesa. Preregistration is required. For more information,
call (714) 445-4950.
A Dealing with Divorce support group is offered by Jewish Family Service
of Orange County. The group is led by an experienced counselor and meets
at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Jewish Federation Campus, 250 E. Baker St.
Suite G, Costa Mesa. For more information, including dates and fees, call
Heather Watson at (714) 445-4950.
An interfaith couples support group is offered by Jewish Family Service
of Orange County. The group addresses issues faced by couples where one
partner is Jewish and the other is not, including raising children,
observing holidays, displaying symbols in the home, as well as
relationships with extended families. The group meets for three weekly
sessions Wednesday evenings at Jewish Family Service, 250 E. Baker St.,
Suite G, Costa Mesa. For more information, including dates and fees, call
(714) 445-4950.
The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce networkers business leads luncheon
takes place at 11:45 a.m. Wednesdays at the Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701
Golf Course Road, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 885-9090.
The Walking Club of Newport Beach meets at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. at Hospital
Road and Superior Avenue. Lose the weight and have fun. For more
information, call (949) 650-1332.
The Sea Scouts’ ship Del Mar 711 of Orange County offers a program for
young men ages 14 to 18 interested in learning about sailing, seamanship,
piloting, navigation and cruising. Meetings are from 6 to 9 p.m.
Wednesdays at the Sea Scouts Sea Base, 1931 W. Coast Highway, Newport
Beach. For more information, call (949) 642-6301 or (949) 551-8591.
The OASIS Senior Center offers ongoing assistance, counseling and
referral services for seniors. For appointments or more information, call
(949) 644-3244.
The Costa Mesa Senior Citizen Square and Round Dance Club seeks
experienced dancers to join its group from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the
Costa Mesa Senior Center, 19th Street and Pomona Avenue, Costa Mesa. For
more information, call (714) 545-5669.
A free support group for cancer patients meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, and
a support group for people suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome meets
from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays at the Institute for Holistic Treatment and
Research, 4019 Westerly Place, Suite 100, Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 251-8700.
Arthritis Foundation instructor Hillary Stone leads an exercise class at
11 a.m. Thursdays at the Jewish Senior Center, 250 E. Baker St., Costa
Mesa. For more information, call (714) 513-5641.
Nightly meetings are offered in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach for anyone
who wants to overcome nicotine addiction. For a schedule or more
information, call (714) 774-9106 or (800) 642-0666.
The Newport Sports Collection Foundation, a nonprofit organization,
operates a free museum at 620 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. The
museum, which has one of the world’s largest collections of sports
memorabilia, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. For more
information, call (949) 721-9333.
The Hoag Cancer Center sponsors a free tai chi class for intermediate to
advanced levels from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays for people with cancer
and their families. A beginner session meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Fridays. The classes are designed to reduce stress, increase longevity
and promote a sense of well-being with basic, easy-to-learn, nonstrenuous
movements to aid in balance and concentration. The class is free and
taught by Victor Armand. No registration is required. The Hoag Cancer
Center is at 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more information,
call (949) 722-6237.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a daily telephone contact program for
seniors who have a limited local support system. For more information,
call (949) 644-3244.
The Costa Mesa Communicators Toastmasters Club meets from noon to 1 p.m.
Wednesdays at the Orange County Department of Education, 200 Kalmus
Drive, Costa Mesa. Meetings are open to anyone who wants to improve his
or her public speaking skills. For more information, call (714) 444-5030.
The Newport Beach Distinguished Toastmasters Club 1300 meets from 7 to 9
p.m. Tuesdays in Sgt. Pepperoni’s meeting room, 2300 Bristol St., Newport
Beach. For reservations or more information, call (949) 646-1274.
Mesa Messengers Toastmasters Club 691 in Costa Mesa meets at 7 p.m.
Tuesdays at Mesa Verde United Methodist Church, 1701 W. Baker St., Costa
Mesa. For more information, call (714) 540-4446.
Blue Flame Toastmasters Club 2717 meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at the
Village Farmer, South Coast Plaza Village, 1651 Sunflower Ave., Costa
Mesa. The meeting is free for first-time visitors. For more information,
call (949) 855-4308.
Toastmasters Club 231 meets at 7 a.m. Mondays at the Irvine Co., 550-C
Newport Center, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 733-2209.
Harborlites Toastmasters Club meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at the Bahia
Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. For more
information, call (949) 293-4630.
Lido Isle Toastmasters meets Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Glendale
Federal Bank Community Room, 100 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island,
Newport Beach. For more information, call (714) 964-5314.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a Care-A-Van transport to take members to
appointments and grocery shopping. The shuttle takes members to the
center. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.
Tutoring is available for people interested in reading English but could
use the help. Hourly rates and times negotiable. For more information,
call (949) 851-1739.
The OASIS Senior Center offers visual-aid screenings with a Braille
Institute representative by appointment. For more information, call (949)
644-3244.
Essential Weight Management offers interactive and proactive weight loss
groups. Learn behavior modification and other techniques to control your
weight. The cost is $20. Groups meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and
Thursdays at 369 San Miguel Drive, Suite 350, Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 718-9848.
The Hope Institute, a center for recovery and family education, offers a
women’s support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at 2900 Bristol St.,
C-206, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-0020.
The OASIS Senior Center has a walking group called Walkers Not Rockers
that meets once a week to enjoy scenic walks in and around the Newport
Beach area. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.
Women Helping Women offers a free peer support group for women in
transition from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous meets from 6:45 to
7:45 a.m. Monday through Friday in Room 3 at the OASIS Senior Center, 800
Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. For more information, call (949)
644-3244. Wednesdays at 425 E. 18th St., Costa Mesa. Topics include
self-esteem, exploration of feelings, communication, trauma recovery and
personal support. For more information, call (949) 631-2333.
The Hoag Cancer Center offers a free yoga class from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.
Tuesday at 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more information,
call (949) 722-6237.
Body Design and United Studios of Self-Defense offers kick-boxing classes
from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 1000 W. Coast
Highway, Suite C, Newport Beach. The cost is $8 per class. For more
information, call (949) 722-0526.
The Alzheimer’s Assn. and Grief Support Group of Newport Villa West/Villa
Rosa co-sponsors a free support group meeting for caregivers at 7 p.m.
the fourth Thursday of each month through October at Newport Villa West
Assisted Living, 393 Hospital Road, Newport Beach. For more information,
call (949) 631-3555.
The Alzheimer’s Assn. and Mesa Terrace, a residential community for
people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, offers a free
support group for caregivers at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month
at Mesa Terrace, 350 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call
(714) 283-1111.
Rebecca Lewis leads an animal bereavement group that specializes in the
needs of people who have sick or dying animals. It meets at 3 p.m.
Tuesdays at 3101 W. Coast Highway, Suite 311, Newport Beach. The cost is
a donation to an animal charity of the attendee’s choice. For
reservations, call (949) 721-5750.
Another Passage, a transitional support group for people experiencing
changes in their lives, meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 3 at
the OASIS Senior Center, 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. For more
information, call (949) 644-3244.
The OASIS Senior Center conducts blood pressure screening from 9 to 11
a.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month in Room 3 at 800
Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. Screening is also available from 12:30
to 1:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at Mariners Library,
Dover Street at Irvine Avenue, Newport Beach. For more information, call
(949) 644-3244.
The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. offers a body image and moderate
eating support group at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 3101 W. Coast Highway, No.
311, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 721-5750.
A support group for those with brain tumors meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the
first and third Thursday of each month at the Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W.
Coast Highway, Newport Beach. The meetings are free. For more
information, call (949) 722-6237.
A breast cancer support group meets from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the
Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. The meetings
are free. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.
Free professional consultation for makeup, wigs, etc., is available for
cancer patients by appointment only from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at
the Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 722-6237.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a Braille class to help with sight loss
from 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays in Room 4 at 800 Marguerite Ave., Corona
del Mar. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.
A free cancer support group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday
of each month at the Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport
Beach. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.
The Jewish Senior Center offers card games from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every
third Tuesday. A kosher lunch is offered at noon for $3 per person. For
more information, call (714) 513-5641.
The OASIS Senior Center offers caregiver support counseling for people
caring for a loved one. For appointments or more information, call (949)
644-3244.
The Hoag Cancer Center offers support for people facing or undergoing
bone marrow transplants or stem cell rescues. For more information, call
(949) 574-6872.
The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. offers a coed support group at 7
p.m. Thursdays at 3101 W. Coast Highway, Suite 311, Newport Beach. The
support group requires free prepossessed for those who want to join. For
more information, call (949) 722-4588.
The Healing Connection offers a coed relationship group at 7 p.m.
Wednesdays at 4425 Jamboree Road, Suite 180-A, Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 261-8003.
The Consumer Business Network meets at 7 a.m. Fridays in the mezzanine at
Newport Gateway, 19800 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. For reservations,
call (714) 550-4785.
A free lecture about divorce mediation, an alternative to the traditional
two-attorney divorce, is offered the third Thursday of each month with
attorney Alicia D. Taylor and psychologist Lee H. Solow. Space is limited
and reservations are required. For more information, call (949) 955-2575.
Revise your lifetime documents regarding durable power of attorney
through the OASIS Senior Center for $1 each. For appointments, call (949)
644-3244.
The National Dyslexia Research Foundation sponsors weekly adult attention
deficit disorder support groups at its office, 833 Dover Drive, Suite 27,
Newport Beach. Cost is $5 per session. For the time and day, call (949)
642-7303.
The OASIS Senior Center offers preventive health care services for
seniors on the fourth Wednesday of each month in Room HS-3 at 800
Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.
Facing Forward, a support group for family members of recently deceased
cancer patients, meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Mondays at the Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.
Admission is free. For more information, call (949) 722-6237.
Costa Mesa Fire Department Fire Explorers Post 400 meets at 6 p.m.
Tuesdays at various fire stations. Membership is open to anyone between
16 and 21 years old. For more information, call (714) 754-5141 or (714)
754-5106.
Maxine Cohen, a marriage and family therapist, sponsors an anonymous help
line for individuals with relationship problems. She is available for
free consultation from noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Mondays by calling
(949) 759-0357.
Seniors and low-income families in the Costa Mesa-Newport Beach area can
obtain free USDA surplus food from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second Friday of
each month in the rear parking lot at Church of Christ, 740 W. Wilson
St., Costa Mesa. Picture identification is required. For more
information, call (949) 650-8236.
The Thursday Morning Club presents an entertainment luncheon the second
Thursday of each month at Balboa Bay Club, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport
Beach. Other activities include golf and bridge. For a free newsletter or
more information, call (714) 546-2244.
A free support group for women with gynecologic cancer meets from 9:30 to
11 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the Hoag Cancer
Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more information, call
(949) 722-6237.
Mesa Emergency Service Amateur Communication offers the opportunity for
ham radio operators to participate in Costa Mesa’s Radio Amateur Civil
Emergency Service organization. Weekly nets are held at 7:20 p.m. on
147.060 MHz. Monthly meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth
Wednesday of each month at the Costa Mesa Police Department. For more
information, call (714) 754-7045.
Support is available for those who will undergo or are undergoing bone
marrow transplants or stem cell rescues -- and for their families -- at
the Hoag Cancer Center. For more information, call (949) 574-6872.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a counselor to assist with questions about
Medicare, HMOs, and supplemental and long-term care insurance by
appointment. For appointments, call (949) 644-3244.
Survivors of Incest Anonymous, for female victims of sexual abuse and
rape, their friends and relatives, meets from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays
at 760 Victoria St., Costa Mesa. There is no fee. For more information,
call Iris at (949) 859-3918.
The Jaycees, affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce, are professionals
between 21 and 39 who get together for community service, business
networking and socializing. Meetings are held the second and fourth
Thursday of each month. For more information, call (949) 451-2178.
The Cerebral Palsy Foundation will start a new chapter in the area. The
foundation will offer financial and emotional support and other free
services to families who have children affected by cerebral palsy. For
more information, call (800) 967-3341.
The OASIS Senior Center has a comprehensive medical library that can be
used to research any medical question. For more information, call (949)
644-3244.
Michael Harms, a Corona del Mar attorney and certified public accountant,
will present a free one-hour consultation on living trusts at your home
or his office, 2660 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. For more
information, call (949) 644-5801.
A continuous e-mail discussion and support group for victims of the
infectious brain disorder Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is available at o7
members.aol.com/larmstr853/cjdvoice/cjdvoice.htmf7 .
The Kiwanis Club of Newport Beach-Corona del Mar meets at noon Thursdays
at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar.
For more information, call (949) 852-1148.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a half-hour of free legal consultation by
appointment. Appointments can be made at (949) 644-3244.
Monthly workshops for people with cancer and their relatives are offered
from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Hoag Cancer
Center in Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-5542.
A support group for young lupus patients meets from 1:30 to 3 p.m. the
second and fourth Wednesday of each month in Newport Beach. For details,
call (714) 536-1734.
A workshop for people with lymph edema meets from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. the
first Tuesday of each month in the auditorium at Hoag Cancer Center in
Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-5542.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a meal program for members. Lunch is
served daily from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the multipurpose room at
800 Marguerite Ave., Corona del Mar. Home-delivered meals are available
for homebound seniors. Reservations are required. For more information,
call (949) 644-3244.
Expanded Awareness Seminars presents a weekly meditation session at 8
p.m. Wednesdays at the Hub of Newport Mesa, 230 E. 17th St., Suite 218.
Suggested donation is $10. For more information, call (949) 646-1128.
The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. presents a men’s support group at 4
p.m. Fridays. The fee is $25 per session. For more information, call
(949) 722-4588.
The Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Orange County provides education and
emotional support for families with loved ones who are mentally ill. A
free support group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. every other Saturday at
Orange County Mental Health Clinic, 3115 Red Hill Ave., Costa Mesa. For
more information, call (714) 850-8463.
The OASIS Senior Center offers rental of medical equipment, from
wheelchairs to walkers and more by calling (949) 644-3244.
Jewish Family Service of Orange County is sponsoring a Jewish healing
support group for people experiencing chronic illness. The purpose of the
group is to provide participants with emotional and spiritual support to
manage illness and its consequences. The group meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays
at Jewish Family Service, 250 East Baker St., Suite G, Costa Mesa. The
support group is free, but preregistration is required. For more
information, call (714) 445-4950.
Classes for mature adults in the Harris Method of Body Conditioning are
offered at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Chain Reaction, 3928
Campus Drive, Newport Beach. Admission to the first class is free and
will cost $10 per class or $80 for 10 classes thereafter. For more
information, call (949) 588-2427.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers preventive health care services for
seniors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every
other Tuesday at 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For an appointment, call
(949) 645-2356.
STEP-TEEN, a seven-week workshop for parents of teenagers, is available
for Orange County parents. Learn to encourage teens, resolve conflicts,
increase communication and enhance relationships. The workshop will be
conducted by a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information, call
(949) 225-8189.
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church offers a support group for families with
loved ones who are mentally ill. The group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Sundays in the church’s Dierenfield Hall C, 600 St. Andrews Road, Newport
Beach. The confidential group is open to the community. For more
information, call (949) 631-2880.
Prospects Networking Group meets from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at
Mimi’s Cafe, 1835 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. Breakfast is $6. For more
information, call Angie Stafford at (949) 474-2225 or Tina Firman at
(949) 551-3156.
Ali Lassen’s Leads Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at Mimi’s Cafe, 1835
Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. For more information, call (949) 646-1252.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center conducts blood pressure screenings from 9 to
11 a.m. Tuesdays upstairs in the conference room, 695 W. 19th St., Costa
Mesa. For more information, call (949) 645-2356.
Zen Center of Orange County offers meditation instruction from 5 to 7
p.m. the first and third Sundays of each month at the Zen Center, 120 E.
18th St., Costa Mesa. Suggested donation is $10. For more information,
call (949) 722-7818.
The Newport Beach Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meets at 7
p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in city council chambers, 3300
Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 644-3151.
The Center for Expressive Therapy offers free introductory seminars from
7 to 8 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month; mother-daughter concerns the
second Tuesday of each month; and creating healthy relationships the
third Tuesday of each month, at 2900 Bristol St., Building D-103, Costa
Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-7456.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers counseling, assistance and referral
services for seniors, 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For more information,
call (949) 645-2356.
Nicotine Anonymous fellowship wants to help men and women who smoke to
quit and remain smoke-free. For more information on local evening
meetings, call (949) 650-2713.
The Costa Mesa Historical Society holds a free open house from 11 a.m. to
3 p.m. Thursdays at 1870 Anaheim Ave., Costa Mesa. The event features
memorabilia from the city of Costa Mesa and the Santa Ana Army Air Base.
For more information, call (949) 631-5918.
Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at St. John’s
Episcopal Church, 183 E. Bay St., Costa Mesa. For more information, call
(714) 953-0900.
The OASIS Senior Center offers a Parkinson’s disease support group from 7
to 9 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at 800 Marguerite Ave.,
Corona del Mar. For more information, call (949) 644-3244.
The Center for Expressive Therapy offers a parent-teen group held
simultaneously at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The facilitator will coach and
teach members to change behaviors causing conflict, 2900 Bristol St.,
Building D-103, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-7546.
The Yoga Place offers a prenatal and postnatal yoga class from 3 to 4:30
p.m. Thursdays. New classes begin on the first of the month. For more
information, call (949) 642-7400.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers transportation services for
medical-related appointments. Call at least one week in advance. All
other transportation needs, such as grocery shopping and library visits,
may be reserved to and from the center the same day service is needed
between 8 and 8:30 a.m. For all transportation needs, call (949)
645-2356.
The Hoag Cancer Center offers “Man to Man,” a free prostate cancer
discussion group, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month
at the center auditorium, 1 Hoag Drive, Building 41, Newport Beach. For
reservations or more information, call (949) 722-6237.
The Center for Expressive Therapy offers a women’s group at 6 p.m.
Thursdays that explores issues related to one’s purpose in life and
provides exercises to change beliefs and behaviors that are
counterproductive to life and relationships, 2900 Bristol St., Building
D-103, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714) 432-7456.
The Pacific Business Xchange has weekly breakfast meetings at 7 a.m.
Tuesdays at the Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. There
is no charge for the initial meeting. For more information, call (949)
640-0588.
The Newport Beach Psychological Assn. presents a coed relationship group
called “Insight Equals Power” at 7 p.m. Thursdays. The fee is $25 per
week. For more information, call (949) 722-4588.
The Costa Mesa Senior Center offers a Widows-Widowers Support Group from
1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays at 695 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa. For more
information, call (949) 645-2356.
The Hoag Cancer Center offers a free relaxation and imagery workshop from
10 to 11:30 a.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 Hoag Drive,
Building 41, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 760-5542.
The Jewish Family Service of Orange County offers a divorce support group
Tuesday evenings at 6. The group is at the Jewish Federation Campus, 250
E. Baker St., Suite G, Costa Mesa. For more information, call (714)
445-4950.
The OASIS Senior Center is holding an “Adventurous Walkers Group” that
will travel to points of interest locally and around the county. The
groups meets Fridays at 9 a.m. at the center and walks at a leisurely
pace. The center is at 1800 Marguerite Ave., Newport Beach. For more
information, call (949) 644-3244.
The Thursday Morning Club hosts a “Knit-Wits” group for ladies who enjoy
chatting, knitting and doing stitchery in the warmth of a home, all Bay
Area ladies are invited to join. For a free newsletter or more
information, call (714) 546-2244.
Chain Reaction offers body conditioning classes for all fitness levels
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Chain Reaction is at 3928
Campus Drive, Newport Beach. Classes cost $10 each. For more information,
call (949) 588-2427.
A women’s therapy support group meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at 1151 Dove
St., No. 105, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 261-8003.
A coed therapy support group meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 1151 Dove
St., No. 105, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 261-8003.
The Jewish Community Center Senior Services Department of the Ruth M.
Kahn Center offers opportunities for game players. A poker group meets 11
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, a Mah-jongg group meets 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Mondays and Thursdays. Bingo, pan and chess players are also solicited
for game days to be formed soon. For more information, call (714)
755-0340, Ext. 260.
The Health Dynamics Center holds an “Ultimate Health Workshop” at 7 p.m.
Wednesdays. The free event includes a vegetarian dinner. The center is at
2901 W. Coast Highway, Suite 380, Newport Beach. For more information,
call (949) 645-7111.
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