It is the first Thursday of the month and that means from 6-9pm there will be an Art Walk through the amazing galleries in Laguna Beach. Walk into the galleries for some fun art gazing, educational experiences, and free cocktails! Also watch the sunset from the gorgeous sand over the ocean.
Price: Free (unless of course you buy art). Street parking is both metered and non-metered.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 01/11/2012
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HAPPPY HALLOWEEENNNN. BOO. MORE EVENTS! WOOH!
Boot Hill: Haunted House in Irvine. For a Old West themed experience go fight spirits and come face to face with old-time pioneer and now specter Jedediah Smith. Beware, it sounds creepy. Yeehaw? Come find out the legend of Boot Hill.
Time: 6:30pm-10:30pm
Price: Free
The Empty Grave: At the Anaheim Gardenwalk, this massive spooky haunted house is filled with ghostly animatronics, cool special effects, and live costumed actors trained to freak you out.
Time: 7pm-12am
Price: $13 for one person or $20 for two.
Haunted Halloween in Trabuco Canyon: Come to Canyon Market in Silverado dressed up in costumes (requirement) and hear ghost stories in the dark woods of the canyon. Bring Halloween themed foods for the potluck dinner that follows.
Time: 7pm-9pm
Price:
Adults: $10
Children (12 and under): $5
Parking: $5
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 31/10/2012
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Tacos are usually what these posts are aimed at, BUT Los Primos has a thing (or beast, however you interpret this) called Mr. Serious. And it is serious. It is a massively delicious thing/beast/burrito of beauty. The burrito, which you can personally design with whatever meat and fillings you like, is about a foot in length. Sharing is recommended if you want to finish such a beast. Burrito goes perfectly with a bottle of Mexican Coke or a Horchata. This is a chain, there are at least two locations in Orange County, one in Huntington Beach on Adams and in Newport Beach on 17th Street.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 30/10/2012
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Clear skies, cute birds, and gorgeous scenery make for a perfect location to spend the day. Go canoeing, sit in a lawn chair, bike, or bird watch. It’s too nice out not to.
Parking is free. Walk tons of trails. Imagine bird fight club rings over the marsh. It’s great.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 29/10/2012
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The Santa Ana Zoo is an adorable and fun experience for children and teenagers. There will be trick-or-treating, educational animal presentations, storytelling, entertainment, and a costume parade in the evening. For teenagers there is a”Teen Scream” haunted house included in the price of admission. Purchase admission at the main gate upon arrival. See the cool decorations and enjoy the sounds of monkeys screaming. This zoo also has a cute merry-go-round and train ride. Some highlights to definitely see: the Giant Anteater, the Boa Constrictor, and the rare Crested Capuchin Monkey.
When: TONIGHT, October 28th (Final Night!)
Time: 5:30-8:00pm
Prices:
Non-Members: $14
Members: $7
Under 2: Free
Parking: Free
NOTE: Ocelot Habitat Coming Soon!
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 28/10/2012
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Saturday, October 27th – Wednesday October 31st (Halloween) the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana is hosting a variety of Halloween events. There will be costume parades each day, pumpkin painting, and trick or treating at the exhibits. A great Halloween exhibit to visit is the Creepy Crawly Bug Invasion with giant insect animatronics (yep, that’s right, they are 1,000 times their actual size), but worry not, there are real ones too, in their insect collection, and interaction educational booths. Definitely a hands-on experience. Also experience a Scavenger Hunt and Thor’s Snake Show!
Times: 10am-5pm
Ticket Prices:
Children (3-14): $12.95
Adults (15+): $14.95
Seniors (62+): $12.95
Indiana Jones Exhibit: extra $10
Free First Tuesday of the Month: up to 4 tickets for residents of Santa Ana (with proof)
Free First Saturday of the Month: one admission ticket for Bank of America card holders (with proof)
10% Military Discount: for up to 6 tickets
Note: Free Ride Voucher at the Pumpkin Factory located in the Main Place Mall parking lot (Westfield Mall on Main St.) with purchase of admission!
NOTE #2: Kids get in FREE this weekend if they wear an Indiana Jones costume!
Info on the Bug Invasion Exhibit and the Spooky Halloween Events.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 28/10/2012
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At the Dana Point State Beach, tonight there will be a nifty haunted campground to go to with friends. A section of the campground will be transformed into something on the level of spooky. There will also be educational booths, arts and crafts, and a fun zone. Seems like a great treat for kids, as we celebrate Halloween all month. Costumes are encouraged. There will be a lot of lights, jack-o-lanterns and treats.
Day: Tonight, Saturday, October 27th
Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Note: Donate a can of non-perishable foods
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 27/10/2012
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This week the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art, in Santa Ana, opened the new exhibit Read My Pins – The Madeleine Albright Collection, occurring now until January 13th, 2013. Madeleine Albright was U.S. ambassador to the United Nations as well as U.S. Secretary of State in the 90s and early 2000s. The concept follows how Albright used her jewelry to convey foreign policy messages. Her pins were her diplomatic signature. Come to the Bowers to see the stories and messages behind each of these brooches.
Also, while there, check out Faberge: Imperial Jeweler to the Tsars going on now until January 6th, 2013. Faberge was the jeweler to the Russian Royal Family and is best known for his Easter Eggs. The House of Faberge also created jewelry, cigarette cases, tiaras, clocks, and picture frames. One of the best exhibitions going on right now, if not the best.
General Museum Info:
Free Target Tuesdays: Free Tuesdays for residents of Santa Ana
Free Target Sundays: First Sunday of the month is free for everyone (also includes admission to the Kidseum
Museum Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4:00pm
Ticket Prices:
Adults: $13 (weekdays) $15 (weekends)
Seniors (62+): $10 (weekdays) $12 (weekends)
Students (12+): $10 (weekdays) $12 (weekends)
Children (under 12): Free (weekdays and weekends)
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 26/10/2012
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Cloud Atlas: A confusing but awesome tale about the interweaving lives of different people from different generations. Watch as mystery, romance, and action combine to create drama and inspiration.
Fun Size: This girl just wants to attend a party thrown by her crush, but her little brother makes it difficult by wandering off.
Silent Hill: Revelation: Horror and thriller film about a girl dealing with real demons and her inner personal demons. Also in 3D.
Chasing Mavericks: True story about the life of surfing champ Jay Moriarty.
The Loneliest Planet: Limited Release- A couple set to get married travels to Georgia to go on a guided wilderness tour. Truth and betrayal come out during the hike and the guide is there to witness every step.
Pusher: Limited Release- A crime/thriller story about a drug deal that goes awry, forcing the drug dealer must face the consequences in front of the crime lord and his bullets.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 25/10/2012
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It has been clear skies and perfect temperatures all week. And it will continue to be in the high 70s to mid 80s for the next few days to come. Take a break from your long days haul at work and drive over to the beach to play volleyball, swim in the ocean, or walk around the boardwalk. Crystal clear waters make the ocean a beauty to look at. Gaze at Catalina Island in the distance. It’s nice, yes? Also perfect for sunsets.
Posted by orangecoastcompiler on 25/10/2012
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