Huntington Beach Concert Band

Concerts in the Park

Summer Series 2011

Sundays at 5 PM – Free

Huntington Beach Central Park behind the library

June 26         Huntington Beach Concert Band ♫ Americana and patriotic band favorites for everyone….Let’s wave the Red, White and Blue!

July 3             Orange County Concert Band ♫ Favorite selections for concert band, something for everyone

July 10           Henebry’s 1920’s Crazy Rhythm Hot Society Orchestra ♫ The original musical sounds of the Golden Age of Radio with Flapper Vocalist Ginger Pauley

July 17           Bones West ♫ A trombone choir performing in the Big Band style along with more traditional brass favorites

July 24           Los Angeles Police Swing Band ♫ Jazz standards for all to enjoy

July 31           Huntington Beach Concert Band ♫ An eclectic program of film music, marches and classic & popular melodies

August 7     Laguna Beach Community Band ♫ Performing a variety of music from marches and classics to swing and jazz

August 14      Swing Cats ♫ Sure to get you off your feet swingin’ to sounds of the Big Band era

August 21      Night Blooming Jazzmen ♫ A traditional Dixieland band

August 28      Bob DeSena ♫ A program of exciting Latin jazz and fiery rhythms in the legendary tradition of Tito Puente and Cal Tjader

Sept. 4            Mike Henebry Orchestra ♫ An internationally acclaimed orchestra authentically recreating music of the famous Big Bands of the Swing Era

“A Huntington Beach tradition for years”

Bring your whole family, friends, chairs, blankets and picnic dinner!

For additional info www.hbconcertband.org – or 714-891-6856

Nature

Amigos de Bolsa Chica Tours
Walking tours are stationed on the footbridge and cover 5 areas of interest: history, birds, endangered species, ecology, and restoration. Cost is free. 714-840-1575
www.amigosdebolsachica.org

Surfing next to the Huntington Beach pier. Photo: Rudy Ramos

Bolsa Chica Conservancy
This non-profit organization promotes the restoration and preservation of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands. The reserve, which extends along the east side of Pacidic Coast Hwy. from Warner to Seapoint Aves., is a birder’s paradise. Open to the public from sunrise to sunset daily. No bikes or pets are permitted on the trails. Coast is free. Interpretive Center is open Tues – Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m; Sat. 9 a.m. – noon; and, Sun. 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. At 3842 Warner Ave. and Pacific Coast Hwy in Huntington Beach. 714-846-1114 www.bolsachica.org

Bolsa Chica Land Trust Wetlands and Mesas Tour
On the third Sun. of each month enjoy a guided walking tour presented by the Bolsa Chica Land Trust. The 10 a.m. tour lasts 2 hours. Cost is free. Tour departs from the south parking lot (off Pacific Coast Hwy.) of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve in Huntington Beach. 714-964-8170 or 714-846-1001. www.bolsachicalandtrust.org

Shipley Nature Center
Situated within Huntington Central Park, this 18-acre natural area is a sanctuary for local wildlife and a haven for nature-friendly humans. The center is open Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Located at 17829 Golden West St., Huntington Beach. 714-842-4772 or 714-960-8895. www.shipleynature.org

Entertainment, Etc.

The Lab
http://www.thelab.com/

Beachfront Bar & Grill
http://www.beachfront301.com/

Philharmonic Society
http://www.philharmonicsociety.org/calendar.aspx

Costa Mesa Playhouse
http://www.costamesaplayhouse.org/

Costa Mesa Historical Society
http://www.costamesahistory.org/events.htm

Farmers Market at Surf City Nights each Tuesday.

Surf City Nights Downtown Street Fair
Main Street is blocked off from cars fro this weekly event that features a farmers market, food booths, sidewalk sales, kids activities, and live entertainment. The nearby Main Promenade parking garage offers 2 hours of free parking for this event, which occurs every Tuesday from 5 – 9 p.m. on Main St. between Pacific Coast Hwy. and Orange Ave. 714-536-5542

Full Moon Schedule
http://www.sunsetgondola.com

Gallaghers Pub & Grill
http://gallagherspub.com/

Fine Arts Gallery at Golden West College
http://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/finearts/gallery.html

Golden West College Theater
http://www.gwctheater.com/

Huntington Beach Art Center
http://www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us/Visitors/Art_Center/index.cfm

The Local HB Calendar
http://www.thelocalhb.com/HB_locals/Calendar.html

Huntington Beach Downtown
http://www.hbdowntown.com/

Huntington Beach Playhouse
http://www.hbph.com/

Newland House Museum
Maintained by the Huntington Beach Historical Society, this charming landmark, built in 19898, is the oldest surviving residents in the city of Huntington Beach. Open Sat. and Sun. (except holidays and rainy days), noon – 4 p.m. Cost is $2 for adults, $1 for children. 19820 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach. 714-962-5777. www.hbnews.us/nwhouse.com

Orange County Fair
http://ns.ocfair.com/ocf/Calendar/Calendar.asp

International Surfing Museum
Immerse yourself in the music, movies, boards, and memorabilia of an endless summer. Open Thurs. – Mon., 12 – 5 p.m. Location: 411 Olive Ave. in downtown Huntington Beach. 714-960-3483 www.surfingmuseum.org

South Coast Repertory
http://www.scr.org

Naturalist for You
http://www.naturalist-for-you.org/calendar.htm