Around Town - June 22, 2000
TODAY
A state-of-the-art hyperbaric oxygen treatment chamber will be unveiled
at 11:30 a.m. at the Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical
Center, 11180 Warner Ave., Suite 257, Fountain Valley. The guest of honor
will be Mayor Guy Carrozzo. (714) 885-8980.
FRIDAY
The city of Huntington Beach’s Council on Aging will hold its annual golf
tournament fund-raiser, the Surf City Shoot Out, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The event will be held at the Meadowlark Golf Course in Huntington Beach.
Individual sponsorship packages begin at $125. (714) 536-9387.
SATURDAY
The 50th annual Huntington Beach Open Rough Water Pier swim will begin at
9 a.m., with the start of the first race. The second race begins at 9:45
a.m. The event is sponsored by the Huntington Beach Community Services
Department. $14 with a T-shirt, $10 without. (714) 536-5486.
St. Bonaventure Catholic Church will hold a jubilee celebration as part
of the diocese-wide recognition of the feast of Corpus Christi from 8
a.m. to 11 p.m. Free. The church is at 16400 Springdale St., Huntington
Beach. (714) 846-3359.
SUNDAY
Golden West College holds free concerts throughout the summer. Join Tom
Hernandez as he conducts in the pops concert tradition at the Starshower
Amphitheater at 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach. The event runs
from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (714) 895-8150.
MONDAY
A support group for adult children of Alzheimer’s disease sufferers,
sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Assn. of Orange County, will meet at the
Community United Methodist Church, 6662 Heil Ave., Huntington Beach, from
7:30 to 9 p.m. Free. Call Joanne Spagle at (714) 841-2648.
WAMBTAC Writing will present its second free seminar on various aspects
of book writing and the publishing industry. Lessons will be held from
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Huntington Beach Library, 7111 Talbert Ave.
Claudia Suzanne, literary consultant and professional ghostwriter is the
chief executive of WAMBTAC and will present the seminar. Reservations:
(714) 954-0580.
The city of Fountain Valley will offer a neighborhood program for
children ages 6 to 12. The program will run for six weeks, ending Aug. 4,
at several locations -- Fountain Valley Recreation Center, 16400
Brookhurst St. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; Stonecress
Park, 11240 Stonecress Ave., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through
Friday; Courreges Park, 8665 Rougue River, from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday
through Friday; and Los Alamos Park, 17901 Los Alamos St., from 1 to 5
p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Free, registration required. (714)
839-8611.
TUESDAY
The Employment Development Department of California invites employers to
a State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar from 9 a.m. to noon at the Huntington
Beach Central Library, 7111 Talbert Ave., Room D. Free, but seating is
limited. (714) 288-2619.
Cinemax will presents SummerScreen, a free outdoor film festival at Pier
Plaza in Huntington Beach, through June 29. Movies, which start at
sundown. Today -- “Raiders of the Lost Ark”; Wednesday -- “Ace Ventura,
Pet Detective,” and Thursday -- “Top Gun.” (714) 374-1661.
WEDNESDAY
The Huntington Beach Christian Women’s Club will hold the Colors of
Friendship luncheon at the Los Caballeros Sports Village Ballroom, second
floor, 17272 Newhope St., Fountain Valley. The event runs from 11:15 a.m.
to 1:15 p.m. $14 per person. Reservations: call Barbara Stenz at (714)
846-8949 or Ardis Peterson at (714) 968-2847.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 53, will offer a seven-lesson
course in boating skills and seamanship beginning at 6 p.m. at Boat U.S
Marine Center, 16390 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. $21,
includes books. Call Rob Damico at (562) 437-7069.
The Fountain Valley Recreation Center, the city of Fountain Valley and
landscape architect David Volz will host a public meeting to encourage
community participation on the expansion and redesign of the Recreation
Center. The meeting is part of the project’s planning process. The
meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center,
16400 Brookhurst Ave., Fountain Valley. (714) 593-4443.
ONGOING
The Huntington Beach Playhouse, 7111 Talbert Ave., will present a
contemporary interpretation of William Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors.”
The story, directed by Beverly Turner, is set over the backdrop of New
York in the disco era of the 1970s. Performances will be held at 8 p.m.
Thursdays through Sundays through July 2, with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees.
$13 for adults, $11 for students and seniors Fridays through Saturdays.
Sunday matinees are $11 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. On
Thursday, adult tickets are $11, $10 for seniors and $5 for students with
identification. (714) 375-0696.
The Amigos de Bolsa Chica is holding its 14th annual photography contest,
which is open to all amateur photographers, through July 31. Submission
forms are available at Bill’s Camera, 6022 Warner Ave., and at Main Photo
Service, 18045 Magnolia St. Cash prizes and gift certificates will be
awarded. Winning entries will be on display at Huntington Beach City
Hall, 2000 Main St., in September. (714) 840-1575.
Family Health Awareness Day is every first Saturday of the month from 10
a.m. to noon. Receive a free blood pressure check, body fat analysis,
postural analysis and range of motion study. Hosted by Dr. Robert Swain
at 8907 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach. Popcorn and balloons for everyone.
(714) 842-6122.
Boost your immune system, increase energy, decrease anxiety, insomnia and
pain. Sign up for classes in Qi Gong, a Chinese exercise that increases
natural self-healing capacity. Open to all ages. Classes are Mondays at 8
p.m. $5 per class. Held at Bio-Logics, 8840 Warner Ave., Suite 100,
Fountain Valley. Call (714) 375-0552 to make reservations.
The Fountain Valley Library will host a gently used audio donation drive
through July 1. Bring in cassettes and CDs during library hours. The
library can use both audio books and music. Donations are tax deductible.
The library is at 17635 Los Alamos St., Fountain Valley. (714) 962-1324.
A writers workshop meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at Huntington Village
Estates Club House, 7831 Coni Drive, Huntington Beach. Othello Bach,
author of many suspense novels and children’s books, will lead the
workshops. Call Dawne at (714) 841-0954.
A free one-hour divorce mediation consultation with an experienced
attorney and psychotherapist is available the first and third Saturday of
each month at Affiliated Counseling Services, 16152 Beach Blvd., Suite
280, Huntington Beach. Learn the benefits associated with this method of
terminating a marriage with no costs or obligation. Reservations
required. (714) 848-5804.
The Pacific Coast Mothers Club is accepting new members. The Huntington
Beach-based organization brings moms together for companionship and
support on child rearing. Moms and their children, newborn to 5, attend
weekly play groups and holiday parties. The longtime organization holds
monthly dinner meeting and supports the community with volunteerism and
donations to a local charity each year. Call Sheila Hart at (562)
598-6180.
Affiliated Counseling Services Inc. has a business planning and
operations group for owners and managers. The group will focus on
organization, marketing and employee relations. It is led by an attorney
and a psychologist with a wealth of business experience. The company is
at 16152 Beach Blvd., Suite 280, Huntington Beach. (714) 848-5804
The Jewish War Veterans Post 595 meets the second Wednesday of the month
at 7:30 p.m. in the social hall of Congregation B’nai Tzedek, 9669
Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. Call Addy Berger at (714) 842-1737 or Al
Marks at (714) 969-4045.
Children’s story time is held Mondays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m.
at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach. (714)
897-8781.
Adult Day services of Orange County will offer You’re Not Alone, a
support group for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease
and their caregivers. The group will meet Wednesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
until May 24. Free. To register, call Lynn Rodriguez at (714) 593-9630,
Ext. 162.
The American Parkinson Disease Assn. meets the third Thursdays of the
month from 2 to 4 p.m. at Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center in Room 2A
at 9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. (714) 378-5022.
The Moms Offering Moms Support Club, a nonprofit support group for
stay-at-home mothers, organizes daily activities for mothers and their
children including park play days, fun field trips and age appropriate
play groups. Special interest activities just for mom are included. Every
month, members perform service projects to assist several organizations
within Orange County. Call Jennifer Gambino at (714) 846-7274.
Adult Day Services of Orange County offers a support group, for
individuals caring for Alzheimer’s patients, on every second and fourth
Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hoag Health Center, 18255 Brookhurst St.,
Fountain Valley. (714) 593-9630.
The Fountain Valley Rotary Club meets Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at the
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center’s Saltzer conference
room, 17100 Euclid St., Fountain Valley. Call Wayne Carr at (714)
746-0332.
The Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum is hosting the exhibit
“Environmentally Secure,” featuring works made from surfboards by local
artists Darin Pappas, T.P. Mullins and Michael Roberts. The museum is
open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. $2 for adults, $1 for
students and free for children 6 and younger. (714) 960-3483.
The American Shortwave Listeners Club meets the first Saturday of each
month from noon to 4 p.m. at 16182 Ballad Lane, Huntington Beach. The
group will listen to international broadcasts via the shortwave radio
bands. The public is invited to attend. Coffee and doughnuts will be
available. Call Stewart MacKenzie at (714) 846-1685 or visit the group’s
Web site at https://www.ocnow.com/community/groups/shortwaveradio
The Green Valley Homeowners’ Recreation Assn. is offering year-round
water exercise classes. The hydro-tone class meets from 9:15 to 10:30
a.m. Saturdays. Fees are $7 per class, plus a $3 equipment fee per class.
The aqua tone class meets for an hour Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m., Tuesdays
and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m., and Saturday at 8 a.m. $4.50 for one class,
$36 for eight, $48 for 12, or $64 for 16. Participants must be at least
12 years old. Both classes meet at the south pool, 10739 Los Jardines
West. (714) 962-8205.
A Low Vision Group meets the first Friday of each month from 10:30 a.m.
to noon in the recreation room of the Huntington Village Senior
Apartments, 16171 Springdale St., Huntington Beach. The group will cover
educational topics, support, self-help and available resources. Free. For
information or questions about transportation, call (714) 840-1260.
The Fountain Valley Library holds a free preschool story time, including
songs, stories and finger plays for children ages 3 to 5 on Tuesdays at
10:30 a.m. at 17635 Los Alamos St. (714) 962-1324.
People with Arthritis Can Exercise holds classes at Orange Coast Memorial
Medical Center every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to noon. Classes are free. The
hospital is at 9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. (888) 626-2662.
The Huntington Beach Chamber Winners Circle Breakfast hosts its monthly
networking breakfast at Seacliff Country Club on the second Friday of
each month. $12, or $15 at the door. The club is at 6501 Palm Ave.,
Huntington Beach. (714) 536-8888.
A breast-feeding support group meets from 10 to 11 a.m. every Monday at
Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, 9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley.
(888) 626-2662.
The Rotary Club of Huntington Beach meets every Thursday at 12:10 p.m. at
7711 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach. Call Pat Demars at (714) 848-1952.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 11548 in Huntington Beach meetsat 7 p.m. on
the second Tuesday of every month at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 16351
Springdale, Huntington Beach. (714) 842-0171.
The Bolsa Chica Conservancy is initiating two bird watching teams to gain
data. Volunteers are needed to assist with two bird-counting tasks: a
twice-a-month bird count at low tide in the Outer Bay of Bolsa Chica by
the Warner Avenue Bridge, and a twice-a-month walk of the beach to
monitor the snowy plovers on the beaches in Sunset Beach and Surfside
Beach. Training from experienced birders will be provided. Call the
conservancy and sign up for one or both teams at (714) 846-1114.
LeTip International meets weekly on Tuesday mornings at 7 a.m. at Coco’s
restaurant, 18872 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach. Founded in 1978, LeTip
has more than 400 chapters throughout the United States and Canada and is
dedicated to exchanging qualified business leads among its members. Join
the group for a free breakfast and bring at least 50 business cards. Call
Timothy Johnson at (714) 969-6448, Ext. 22.
Jewish Family Service is offering free ongoing bereavement support groups
for adults at all stages of loss at 7 p.m. and 10 a.m. Tuesdays and 1
p.m. Thursdays. The groups share experiences about dealing with grief,
receive support and learn ways to cope with sadness and loss. Call (714)
445-4950 for updated registration and location information.
The Congregation Adat Israel at 5052 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach,
offers ongoing Children’s Hebrew School for students ages 5 to 13 from 10
a.m. to noon Sundays and 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays. (714) 846-2285.
The free Embracing Life breast cancer support group meets every Tuesday
from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Living Care Center, 11250 Warner Ave.,
Fountain Valley. A light lunch is provided. No reservations required.
Call (714) 966-7288 or 979-1408 to register.
The free prostate cancer support group meets the first and third Tuesdays
of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Living Care Center, 11250 Warner
Ave., Fountain Valley. A light meal is provided. Call (714) 966-7288 or
(714) 979-1408 to register.
The free Christian cancer support group meets every Thursday from 6:30 to
8 p.m. at the Living Care Center, 11250 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley. A
light meal is provided. Call (714) 966-7288 or (714) 979-1408 to
register.
A free general cancer support group for patients, families and friends
meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
at the Living Care Center, 11250 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley. A light
meal is provided. Call (714) 966-7288 or (714) 979-1408 to register.
Kids Inc., for children ages 6 to 13 who have an adult loved one or a
sibling with cancer, meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month
from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Living Care Center, 11250 Warner Ave.,
Fountain Valley. The group is free but reservations are required. A light
meal is provided. Call (714) 966-7288 or (714) 979-1408 to register.
The free Symposium for Young Adults with Cancer is held the second and
fourth Wednesdays of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Living Care
Center, 11250 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley. A light meal is provided.
Call (714) 966-7288 or (714) 979-1408 to register.
Friends Like Me, a free peer group for children ages 6 to 12 diagnosed
with cancer provides education and support through demonstrations, field
trips, group discussions, work sheets, games and art project at Fountain
Valley Regional Hospital, 17100 Euclid Ave., Fountain Valley, Trailer D.
Call (714) 966-7288 to preregister. Light snacks are provided.
The Comprehensive Martial Arts and Wellness Center offers free
introductory tai chi chuan classes at 9 a.m. Saturdays at 17308 Beach
Blvd., Huntington Beach. (714) 841-7129.
Grace Lutheran Church and Schools presents several programs, including
confirmation classes for seventh- and eighth-graders; Sunday School for
all ages; Special Needs Ministry for recently initiated children; Care
Connections for those who are frail, have dementia or require special
attention; weekly and monthly adult prayer; and Bible study and SHAPE
classes for preadolescents. (714) 897-0361.
The West County Counseling Center, part of the Huntington Beach Community
Clinic, will offer hourlong parenting classes at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at
8041 Newman Ave., Huntington Beach. Each session is $10. The center also
offers anonymous HIV testing and risk assessment for $25. (714) 847-3356.
Orange Coast Memorial Hospital presents a bimonthly breast-feeding class
from 7 to 9 p.m. at 9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. The class will
explain breast-feeding and women’s health. The fee is $10. A
breast-feeding support group also meets at 10 a.m. every Monday. (888)
525-2662.
Free one-hour divorce mediation consultations with an attorney and
psychotherapist will be held on the first and third Saturday of every
month. Times vary. Reservations: (714) 848-5804.
A book discussion is held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the third Friday of every
month at the Talbert Medical Center, 19066 Magnolia Ave., Huntington
Beach. (714) 378-2150.
The Huntington Beach Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. for a social and at 7
p.m. for dinner the first and third Thursdays of the month at Meadowlark
Golf Course Club House, 16782 Graham St., Huntington Beach. (714)
569-1329.
The Fountain Valley chapter of Ali Lassen’s Leads Club meets at 7:15 a.m.
every Thursday at Mimi’s Cafe, 18461 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley.
This is an international organization for people operating small- to
medium-sized businesses who are interested in meeting other business
professionals. (714) 553-1232.
The Huntington Beach chapter of the Leads Club, an international
organization that helps to increase business through networking, meets at
7:15 a.m. each Wednesday at Spires Restaurant, 19810 Beach Blvd.,
Huntington Beach. (714) 962-7557.
A group for angel devotees meets from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. the first and
third Tuesdays of the month. Space is limited; registering to secure a
spot in the workshop is necessary. $10. For a specific location and more
information, call (800) 797-2960.
Toastmasters International, a nonprofit group that helps develop public
speaking and leadership skills, meets from noon to 1 p.m. the first and
third Friday of every month at the Huntington Beach City Hall Meeting
Room, 2000 Main St. Guests are always welcome. (714) 963-5073.
Toastmasters Club 770 meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of
every month at the Moose Lodge, 7453 Lorge Circle, near Edinger Avenue
and Gothard Street. The group helps improve communication and leadership
skills and is free. (714) 842-5073.
Toastmasters Club 179 meets at 6:30 a.m. every Wednesday for breakfast at
Coco’s, 6886 Bolsa Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 962-1106 or (714)
962-5076.
Toastmasters Club 2230 meets from noon to 1 p.m. every Wednesday at the
Boeing Co., 5301 Bolsa Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 372-1557 or (714)
896-9873.
Free maternity teas for mothers-to-be are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the
first Wednesday of every month at the Orange Coast Memorial Medical
Center, 9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. (888) 626-2663.
The Main Street Library presents a story time called “Story and Crafts
with Miss Penny” at 3 p.m. every Friday at 525 Main St., Huntington
Beach. (714) 375-5071.
Beginners and other levels of chess players are invited to The Deep Blue
chess club meeting from noon to 1 p.m. the fourth Friday of every month
in the community room at the Huntington Beach Talbert Medical Center,
19066 Magnolia Ave. (714) 378-2150.
Help restore and beautify the Bolsa Chica wetlands at 9 a.m. every third
Saturday. Groups meet in the parking lot at Pacific Coast Highway and
Warner Avenue, across from the fire station. Drinks will be provided. All
ages and groups welcome. (714) 969-7229.
Amigos de Bolsa Chica offers free public tours from 9 to 10:30 a.m. the
first Saturday of every month at the pedestrian bridge at the Bolsa Chica
wetlands on Pacific Coast Highway across from Bolsa Chica State Beach.
(714) 840-1575.
The Bolsa Chica Land Trust and the Sierra Club pass out information on
the Bolsa Chica from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., every third Sunday of the month in
the parking lot on Pacific Coast Highway one mile south of Warner Avenue
in Huntington Beach.
The American Business Women’s Assn. holds monthly meetings on the third
Wednesday of every month. (714) 969-6619.
Chair Exercises with Olga, a workout class for seniors 55 years and older
who deal with stiffness and decreased mobility, takes place at 12:30 p.m.
every Monday and Wednesday at the Huntington Village Senior Apartments,
16171 Springdale St., Huntington Beach. (714) 840-1260.
A diabetic support group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the first and third
Thursday of every month at Columbia Medical Center, 17772 Beach Blvd.,
Huntington Beach. (714) 842-1473.
The Alzheimer’s Assn. of Orange County co-sponsors a free support group
for caregivers living in the Huntington Beach area at 7 p.m. the first
and third Tuesday of every month at Christ Presbyterian Church, 20112
Magnolia St., Huntington Beach. (714) 968-4940.
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital provides ongoing support discussions
and information for people who have suffered a stroke. Stroke patients,
their families and caregivers are welcome to discuss common concerns and
solutions in coping with the demands of stroke and treatment. The free
support group is held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of
every month in Room A at the hospital, 17100 Euclid St., Fountain Valley.
(714) 979-1408.
Pathways to Discovery offers daily support groups for codependents, adult
children of alcoholics, sex and love addicts, parents of children with
special needs, nicotine addicts, compulsive eaters and Al-Anon. Pathways
is at 18350 Mount Langley St., Suite 204, Fountain Valley. (714)
964-2267.
A free monthly support group for people with breathing disorders meets
from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Thursday of every month at Fountain Valley
Regional Hospital and Medical Center, 17100 Euclid St., Fountain Valley.
(714) 966-8061.
Hoag’s Parkinson’s Disease Outreach Program holds a monthly support group
on the third Thursday of every month at Huntington Landmark Community
Center, 8641 Atlanta Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 574-6338.
Support groups for singles, facilitated by a state-licensed therapist are
available. Fees and times vary. (714) 848-5804.
The Huntington Beach Police Department holds open houses the last
Saturday of every month at 18401 Gothard St., Huntington Beach. (714)
536-5609.
A free yoga and stretching workshop is held from 7 to 8 p.m. every
Tuesday at Corte Bella Apartments’ fitness room, 9580 El Rey Circle,
Fountain Valley. Emphasis is placed on neck and back areas, as well as
tension reduction. Space is limited. (714) 375-0552.
The West County YMCA presents Y-Indian Maiden meetings for girls in
kindergarten through third-grade and their mothers at 7 p.m. on different
days once a month at 7262 Garfield Ave., Huntington Beach. (714)
847-YMCA.
The Huntington Beach Council on Aging holds ongoing classes at the Senior
Center. Subjects include creative writing, calligraphy, tai chi chuan,
Spanish, tap dance and bridge. Some classes require preregistration. The
council also sponsors a stamp club, amateur radio club and fish and
recreation club, as well as others. (714) 960-2478.
Weekly support groups for men, women, teens, preteens, parents and coed
groups meet on various evenings at Affiliated Counseling Services, 16152
Beach Blvd., Suite 280, Huntington Beach. Times and fees vary. (714)
848-5804.
Enjoy stories, activities and fun at a story time held from 11 a.m. to
noon every Saturday in the children’s section of Barnes & Noble
Booksellers, 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach. Pajamarama is held from
7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday -- put on your jammies, snuggle up with your
parents and listen to bedtime stories. (714) 897-8781.
The Huntington Beach Tree Society, which works for the planting and
preservation of trees in the city, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the third
Wednesday of every month at Huntington Beach City Hall, Room B-6, 2000
Main St. Call Jean Nagy at (714) 564-1396.
The National Parkinson’s Disease Foundation presents a free support group
from 2 to 3 p.m. every second Thursday of the month at Huntington
Landmark, 8641 Atlanta Ave., Huntington Beach. (949) 574-6338.
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center presents free memory
assessments to seniors 55 and older every third Thursday the month at the
Living Care Center Building, first floor, 11250 Warner Ave., Fountain
Valley. Appointments: (714) 513-5588.
The Hisamatsu Tamura School asks community members to drop off newspapers
in their recycling bins on the right side of the parking lot at 17340
Santa Suzanne St., Fountain Valley. The bins are available 24 hours a day
and proceeds go toward the school’s parent-teacher organization. (714)
375-6235.
The Fountain Valley Newcomers Club meets for lunch the second Wednesday
of every month. Call (714) 840-4958 for times and location.
The Fifty-Plus Fitness Assn. presents free monthly walk/run/par course
beginning at 8:45 a.m. on the second Sunday of the month in Huntington
Beach Central Park between Talbert and Warner avenues. The event is held
rain or shine, including holidays. (714) 546-4410.
Fountain Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars seeks new members to protect
veterans’ rights and assist needy veterans and their families. Meetings
are at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month at the recreation
center at 16400 Brookhurst St. (714) 968-5223.
Golden West College holds swap meets from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and
Sundays at 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach. Free for patrons, $20
per space for vendors. New and used items will be sold, as well as fresh
produce, records and antiques. (714) 898-2289.
The Huntington Beach Mothers Club seeks new members to join other moms
and their children for fun activities. The club is for moms and their
newborn to school-age children. Families need not live in Huntington
Beach to join. Semiannual dues are $14 per family. Call member
coordinator Annette Chilvers at (714) 892-8792.
Visit the Huntington Beach Farmers Market and Main Street arts and crafts
fair from noon to sundown Fridays on Main Street in Huntington Beach.
Free. (714) 536-2213.
Mary Perez offers free notary services to senior citizens at Rodgers
Seniors’ Center, 1706 Orange Ave., Huntington Beach, between 9:30 and
11:45 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. Appointments: (714)
536-9387.
Comedians from around the nation perform at 9 p.m. Thursdays at
Gallagher’s, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. Free. (714)
536-2422.
Classes for adults and children are available at Ben Franklin Crafts at
18305 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley. (714) 968-6674. Adult Classes: oil
painting from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursdays for a $13 fee; watercolor
painting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays for a $13 fee;
crocheting from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays for an $11 fee. Kids and Teen
Classes: fine arts painting from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Mondays; other painting
classes for kids are held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays and from 3:30 to
6 p.m. Tuesdays for a $13 fee; and fine arts painting for teens is held
every from 6:30 to 9 p.m. every Tuesday for a $13 fee.
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital offers free continuing education
classes on cardiac health and fitness for heart patients and their
families from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. (714) 979-1408.
Hoag Health Center offers a variety of free day and evening
health-related seminars, including low-fat cuisine, decoding food labels,
snoring, hypertension and more. The center is at 19582 Beach Blvd.,
Huntington Beach. For dates and times, call (800) 514-HOAG.
The Poetry Pleasure Group meets from noon to 2 p.m. every Thursday at the
Rodgers Seniors’ Center, 1706 Orange Ave., Huntington Beach. (714)
842-3479 or (714) 960-4897.
The West County Counseling Center presents parent classes from 7 to 8
p.m. every Wednesday, Relationship Group from 7 to 8 p.m. every Thursday,
and an Adolescent Support Group from 7 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at 8041
Newman Ave., Huntington Beach. $10. Anonymous HIV Testing/Risk Assessment
can also be done by appointment for $25. (714) 847-3356.
The Rotary Club of Huntington Beach meets for lunch every Thursday at
12:10 p.m. at 7711 Talbert St., Huntington Beach. Call Pat DeMars at
(714) 848-1952 for membership information.
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