Am I the last to know? Forever 21 launched HTG81, their new line for kids from 6-16.
I love it because its affordable and fun. Now all we need is a store in the OC.
xoxo, C
02.08.2010 | Forever 21 launches HTG81
10.01.2009 | Disney Costumes on Etsy
The only thing that could make the Disney experience better this Halloween season is to dress the kids up as one of Walt’s characters. Here are my favorites from Etsy:
Abu, the monkey from Aladdin
Hope those ideas make your Halloween spooktacular!
xoxo, C
08.21.2009 | Watermarc
I have been itching to try Watermarc in Laguna Beach for what seems like months and our anniversary was the perfect excuse to make it happen. Luckily, we were seated upstairs where it was quieter and we could enjoy our dinner conversation. I have to say that every plate was brilliant, but I should have known because the Chef/Owner is the same visionary of 230 Forest. My favorites were: the Lobster Congac Bisque with Tarrogon Gelato, the Yellow Fin Tuna Two Ways, and the Espresso Chocolate Cake. Find an excuse to go to Watermarc this weekend because it is a wonderful dining experience.
07.01.2009 | Celebrating the 4th of July in Orange County
* Aliso Viejo 4th of July: Live Entertainment, Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Carnival Games and Low Level fireworks at dusk, Grand Park, 6 – 9:30pm.
* Anaheim Hills 4th of July Celebration: 5/10K Run & 2K Walk, Pancake Breakfast, Dog Show at Canyon High School. Food & Game Booths, Parade, Entertainment & fireworks at Peralta Park: 115 N. Pinney, Anaheim.
* Brea July 4th Country Fair: 7am -4:30pm at City Hall Park, 301 S. Brea Blvd.
* Cypress, Los Alamitos, Rossmoor & Seal Beach 4th of July Fireworks Spectucular: 11200 Lexington Dr., Los Alamitos, food, entertainment & fireworks. Gates open at 4pm.
* Dana Point Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Day long festivities & fireworks at 9pm.
* Dana Wharf Fireworks Cruises: Watch the fireworks from the water… dinner & fireworks or fireworks only cruises available.
* Dana Point St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort: 4th of July weekend specials for resort guests including stories & roasted marshmallows by the campfire, “Red, White & Blue BBQ”, private fireworks show, and Sunday Champagne Brunch.
* Fullerton 4th of July Festival & Fireworks Show: Fullerton High School Stadium, from 5 pm – 9:30 pm. Live music, games, food & fireworks.
* Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade & Pier Festival: 5K Run, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Pier Festival & fireworks.
* Irvine Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration & Concert on the Green: Irvine High School. Live bands, concession stands, balloon jumpers, face painting, games & fireworks. Admission required.
* Ladera Ranch: Community parade, live music, fun activities, food & fireworks.
* Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration: Laguna Hills Community Center & Sports Complex. Fun, food, carnival rides, live music, patriotic crafts and fireworks.
* Laguna Niguel 4th of July Celebration: Crown Valley Community Park, 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel. 5K run, 10K run/walk & children’s races. Pancake breakfast, free swim & fireworks.
* La Habra 4th of July Spectacular: La Habra High School Stadium. Games, food, activities & fireworks. Admission required.
* Lake Forest Pancake Breakfast & Parade
* Mission Viejo Fourth of July Street Faire & Fireworks: Olympiad & Marguerite, Mission Viejo. Food, games & fireworks.
* Newport Dunes Fireworks Extravaganza: Family fun, food & fireworks. Cost $50 per car (up to 5 people).
* Rancho Santa Margarita Star Spangled Spectacular: fames, live music, fireworks. Lago Santa Margarita.
* San Clemente July 4th Fireworks: San Clemente Pier, fireworks 9pm.
* San Juan Capistrano 4th of July Celebration: San Juan Capistrano Sports Park, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. Live music, exhibit & food booths, demonstrations, beer/wine garden, petting zoo, rides & fireworks.
* Tustin July 4th Celebration: Tustin High School, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin. Entertainment & fireworks.
* Yorba Linda 4th of July Spectacular: Veterans Park, 4756 Valley View St., Yorba Linda. Food, music, games and a fantastic fireworks show.
xoxo, K
06.29.2009 | July 2009 Calendar
1st:
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6pm, Peppertree Park, FREE
2nd:
* Tideland Tot’s at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Fun-filled parent & child experiences that may include hands-on activities, crafts, story telling & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-5.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at House of Bounce in Anaheim, 10am-12pm & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Placentia, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* La Habra Concerts in the Park, 7-8:30pm at El Centro-Lions Park
* Placentia Concerts in the Park, 6:30pm, Tri-City Park
3rd:
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire, an arts & crafts event at Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach, noon to sunset
* Balboa Island Stroll, 6-9pm. Shops will be open late & many will be serving cheese, crackers & other refreshments.
* Brea Films in the Park: Bugsy Malone. Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE.
* City of Orange 3rd of July celebration
4th:
* Brea July 4th Country Fair: 7am -4:30pm at City Hall Park, 301 S. Brea Blvd. Admission is FREE.
* City of Cypress 4th of July Celebration: Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos, Gates open at 2pm.
* City of Fullerton 4th of July Festival & Fireworks Show
* Huntington Beach 4th of July Celebrations: 5K, Pier Festival, Parade & Fireworks
* Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
* Ladera Ranch 4th of July Spectacular
* La Habra 4th of July & Firework Celebration
* Lake Forest Pancake Breakfast & Parade
* Los Alamitos 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
* Mission Viejo 4th of July Street Faire & Fireworks
* Newport Beach Fourth of July
* San Clemente July 4th Fireworks, 9pm, San Clemente Pier
* San Juan Capistrano 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
* Tustin July 4th Celebration & Fireworks
* Yorba Linda 4th of July Spectacular & Fireworks
5th:
* Target FREE First Sunday at the Bower’s Museum & Kidseum
* FREE admission to the Laguna Art Museum with any Bank of America, check, ATM or credit card.
* Village Art Fair, 9 am, Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.
* Bowers Museum, FREE day for Santa Ana Residents
* Centennial Heritage Museum, FREE day for Santa Ana Residents
* Art Station at the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, noon-4pm.
* Dana Wharf FREE kid’s fishing clinic, noon.
6th:
* Taco Bell Discovery Science Center, FREE day for Santa Ana Residents
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Monday Night Carload at Wild Rivers
7th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Surf City Nights, 5-9pm, Main Street, HB
* Family Night at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 5pm – 8pm.
8th:
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6pm, Peppertree Park, FREE
9th:
* Tideland Tot’s at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Fun-filled parent & child experiences that may include hands-on activities, crafts, story telling & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-5.
* Bayside Buddies at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 3:30-4:30 pm. Kids can discover our amazing natural world at the bay through hands-on activities, crafts & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-8.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at House of Bounce in Anaheim, 10am-12pm & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Placentia, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Fountain Valley Concerts in the Park, 6-8pm at the FV Recreation Center & Sports Park
* Garden Grove Free Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30pm, at Eastgate Park
* La Habra Concerts in the Park, 7-8:30pm at El Centro-Lions Park
* Placentia Concerts in the Park, 6:30pm, Tri-City Park
10th:
* Orange County Fair
* Toddler Class at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11am. Come learn at the zoo… class includes hands-on learning & fun crafts. Phone registration required (714)973-6846. $5 for one child & parent (Irvine Park parking Fee not included). Ages 3-4.
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire, an arts & crafts event at Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach, noon to sunset
* Brea Films in the Park: The Muppet Movie. Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE.
* Ladera Ranch Concerts on the Green, 6:30-8:30pm, Town Green, FREE
* Lake Forest Movie in the Park, 7:30pm, Rimgate Park, FREE
* Placentia Movie in the Park, Placentia Champions Sports Complex, movies begin at dusk, FREE
11th:
* The Knack Free Family Event at your local Michael’s store, 10am-1pm: Summer Tote Bag
* Orange County Fair
* FREE crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Centers in Fountain Valley & Laguna Hills, 11am – 3pm.
* City of Cypress Summer Concerts on the Green, 6pm, Civic Center Green
* La Palma Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm, Central Park Amphitheater
12th:
* Target FREE Second Sundays at the Orange County Museum of Art
* Orange County Fair
* Art Station at the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, noon-4pm.
* Dana Wharf FREE kid’s fishing clinic, noon.
* City of Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park, 4:30-6pm. Heritage Park, FREE.
* Rancho Santa Margarita Summer Concerts, 6pm, Central Park, FREE
* Yorba Linda Concers in the Park, 5:30pm Hurless Barton Park, FREE
13th:
* Orange County Fair
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Monday Night Carload at Wild Rivers
14th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Orange County Fair
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Surf City Nights, 5-9pm, Main Street, HB
15th:
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (7:30pm)
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Brea Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm. City Hall Park, admission is FREE.
* Fullerton Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8pm, Fullerton Sports Complex, admission is FREE.
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6pm, Peppertree Park, FREE
16th:
* Toddler Class at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11am. Come learn at the zoo… class includes hands-on learning & fun crafts. Phone registration required (714)973-6846. $5 for one child & parent (Irvine Park parking Fee not included). Ages 3-4.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (1 & 7:30pm)
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at House of Bounce in Anaheim, 10am-12pm & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Placentia, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Fountain Valley Concerts in the Park, 6-8pm at the FV Recreation Center & Sports Park
* Garden Grove Free Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30pm, at Eastgate Park
* La Habra Concerts in the Park, 7-8:30pm at El Centro-Lions Park
* Placentia Concers in the Park, 6:30pm, Tri-City Park
17th:
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (10:30 am & 7:30pm)
* Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire, an arts & crafts event at Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach, noon to sunset
* Brea Films in the Park: Penelope. Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE.
* Ladera Ranch Concerts on the Green, 6:30-8:30pm, Town Green, FREE
* Placentia Movie in the Park, Placentia Champions Sports Complex, movies begin at dusk, FREE
18th:
* Train Rides at Costa Mesa’s Fairview Park, 10am – 3:30pm: enjoy a ride aboard the Orange County Model Engineers miniature train & travel over 3 miles of track. For more information call (949)548-7246.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (11:30 am, 3:30pm & 7:30pm)
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* FREE crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Centers in Fountain Valley & Laguna Hills, 11am – 3pm.
* Sunset Stroll at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 7:30-9pm. Join the staff for a twilight nature walk. Then, create your own nocturnal critter to take home. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $3 per participant.
* City of Cypress Summer Concerts on the Green, 6pm, Civic Center Green
* La Palma Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm, Central Park Amphitheater
* Mission Viejo Picnics on the Patio & Summer Concert, 5:30pm, Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center
19th:
* Train Rides at Costa Mesa’s Fairview Park, 10am – 3:30pm: enjoy a ride aboard the Orange County Model Engineers miniature train & travel over 3 miles of track. For more information call (949)548-7246.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (1:30 pm & 5:30pm)
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Art Station at the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, noon-4pm.
* Dana Wharf FREE kid’s fishing clinic, noon.
* City of Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park, 4:30-6pm. Heritage Park, FREE.
* Rancho Santa Margarita Summer Concerts, 6pm, Central Park, FREE
* Yorba Linda Concers in the Park, 5:30pm Hurless Barton Park, FREE
20th:
* Orange County Fair
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Monday Night Carload at Wild Rivers
21st:
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (7:30pm)
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Bowers Museum, FREE day for Santa Ana Residents
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Surf City Nights, 5-9pm, Main Street, HB
22nd:
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (1pm & 7):30pm
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Brea Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm. City Hall Park, admission is FREE.
* Fullerton Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8pm, Fullerton Sports Complex, admission is FREE.
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6pm, Peppertree Park, FREE
23rd:
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Toddler Class at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11am. Come learn at the zoo… class includes hands-on learning & fun crafts. Phone registration required (714)973-6846. $5 for one child & parent (Irvine Park parking Fee not included). Ages 3-4.
* Bayside Buddies at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 3:30-4:30 pm. Kids can discover our amazing natural world at the bay through hands-on activities, crafts & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-8.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (10:30 am & 7:30pm)
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at House of Bounce in Anaheim, 10am-12pm & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Placentia, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Fountain Valley Concerts in the Park, 6-8pm at the FV Recreation Center & Sports Park
* Garden Grove Free Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30pm, at Eastgate Park
* La Habra Concerts in the Park, 7-8:30pm at El Centro-Lions Park
* Placentia Concers in the Park, 6:30pm, Tri-City Park
24th:
* Kid Class at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11am. Come learn at the zoo… class includes hands-on learning & fun crafts. Phone registration required (714)973-6846. $5 for one child & parent (Irvine Park parking Fee not included). Ages 5-8.
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (1pm & 7:30pm)
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire, an arts & crafts event at Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach, noon to sunset
* Brea Films in the Park: Kung Fu Panda. Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE.
* Ladera Ranch Concerts on the Green, 6:30-8:30pm, Town Green, FREE
* Placentia Movie in the Park, Placentia Champions Sports Complex, movies begin at dusk, FREE
25th:
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (11:30 am, 3:30pm & 7:30pm)
* FREE crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Centers in Fountain Valley & Laguna Hills, 11am – 3pm.
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* La Palma Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm, Central Park Amphitheater
* Mission Viejo Tea at Three Concert, 3pm, Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center
26th:
* Orange County Fair
* Ringling Bros. presents ZING ZANG ZOOM (1:30pm & 5:30pm)
* Art Station at the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, noon-4pm.
* Dana Wharf FREE kid’s fishing clinic, noon.
* US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
* City of Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park, 4:30-6pm. Heritage Park, FREE.
* Lake Forest Summer Concert Series, 5:30pm, Pittsford Park
* Rancho Santa Margarita Summer Concerts, 6pm, Central Park, FREE
* Yorba Linda Concers in the Park, 5:30pm Hurless Barton Park, FREE
27th:
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Monday Night Carload at Wild Rivers
28th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Mommy & Me Playtime at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 10:30am-1pm.
* Open Play Nights at Hullabaloos Clubhouse in Orange, 5-8pm.
* Surf City Nights, 5-9pm, Main Street, HB
* Costa Mesa Summer Concert in the Park Series, 6:15-7:45 pm at Fairview Park.
29th:
* Orange County Fair
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Brea Concerts in the Park, 6:30-8pm. City Hall Park, admission is FREE.
* Fullerton Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8pm, Fullerton Sports Complex, admission is FREE.
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6pm, Peppertree Park, FREE
30th:
* Tideland Tot’s at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Fun-filled parent & child experiences that may include hands-on activities, crafts, story telling & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-5.
* Bayside Buddies at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 3:30-4:30 pm. Kids can discover our amazing natural world at the bay through hands-on activities, crafts & nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-8.
* Orange County Fair
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Aliso Viejo, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Open Play at House of Bounce in Anaheim, 10am-12pm & 3:30pm-5:30pm.
* Open Play at Partyopolis in Lake Forest, 10am-12pm.
* Toddler Playtime at Scooter’s Jungle in Placentia, 10:30am – 12 noon, ages 6 & under.
* Fountain Valley Concerts in the Park, 6-8pm at the FV Recreation Center & Sports Park:
* Garden Grove Free Summer Concert Series, 6:30-8:30pm, at Eastgate Park
* Placentia Concerts in the Park, 6:30pm, Tri-City Park
* San Clemente Beach Concert Series, 6pm, San Clemente Pier
31st:
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Orange County Fair
* Bird Survey at Shipley Nature Center
* Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire, an arts & crafts event at Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach, noon to sunset
* Brea Films in the Park: Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE.
* Ladera Ranch Concerts on the Green, 6:30-8:30pm, Town Green, FREE
* Placentia Movie in the Park, Placentia Champions Sports Complex, movies begin at dusk, FREE
* FREE Family-Friendly Concert at Chapman University
06.26.2009 | This Weekend in Orange County
Looking for something fun to do with the family? Need to get the kids out of the house? Check out this list of some of my favorite weekend happenings. (To see the entire list of weekend to-dos, go HERE.)
Friday, June 26th:
* Wild Tales at the Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 10:30 – 11:15 am. Story telling fun. After the story, learn more about the natural history of the bay through crafts and nature walks. Pre-registration required: (949)923-2275, $5 per participant, ages 2-7.
* Brea Films in the Park: Movie Starts at Dusk. FREE admission, Arovista Park: The Iron Giant
* City of Dana Point Movies in the Park: Movie starts at 8pm, FREE admission, Lantern Bay Park: Charlotte’s Web
* Shakespeare by the Sea: Love’s Labour’s Lost starts at 8pm, pre-show starts at 7:30pm, FREE admission. Point Fermin Park, San Pedro.
Saturday, June 27th:
* Muzeo Bizarre Guitar Competition
* Science of the Circus
*Movie on the Beach, Movie starts at sunset. Newport Dunes Resort: Horton Hears a Who
* Shakespeare by the Sea: As You Like It starts at 8pm, pre-show starts at 7:30pm, FREE admission. Point Fermin Park, San Pedro.
Sunday, June 28th:
* Dana Wharf FREE kid’s fishing clinic, noon.
* City of Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park, 4:30-6pm. Heritage Park, FREE.
* City of Lake Forest’s Summer Concert Series, 5:30-7:30pm, Pittsford Park, FREE.
xoxo, K
06.25.2009 | Summer: Gear
1. An insulated tote cooler from Trader Joes (the one pictured is from ebay, but you can find them at your local TJ’s for under $10.00)
3. Bravo Pads (Yes, I am calling them gear because I need them to survive my summer in a swimsuit. They will add oomph to any post-baby bosom.)
xoxo, C
06.25.2009 | Science of the Circus at the Discovery Science Center
Did you know the circus is coming to town? Yep! Yep! It will be here from July 15th – July 26th, but more on that later. Today I want to tell you about an event happening at the Discovery Science Center this Saturday, June 27th (which just so happens to be my birthday, in case you were wondering). Anyway, THIS event sounds like it’s going to be awesome…
What makes clowns such talented jugglers, unicyclers and stilt walkers? Is it the big red nose? Nope! Believe it or not, it’s an understanding of basic science principles that make them pros at these challenging, wacky stunts!Runaway with the circus on June 27th as Discovery Science Center and Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey presents Science of the Circus! Each 30-minute presentation will feature circus tricks and stunts along with the scientific principles at play behind each skill. Real circus clowns will demonstrate how these scientific principles play a major role in their performances and enable them to put on unique and thrilling shows.
Think you can master the science of The Greatest Show on Earth? Test your skills at scarf juggling, bubble tricks, and balancing objects during each show!
Show Times are Saturday, June 27th at 11 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm, & 3:30 pm. & While your at the museum be sure to check out the latest exhibitions: Robots & Us and Smokey Bear & Woodsy Owl: Home Sweet Home.
xoxo, K
06.25.2009 | Cafe Rio in the OC
We are so excited that Cafe Rio is coming to the OC! For those of you who can’t wait for them to open their doors you can whip up a little Cafe Rio at home with the help of Tried and Trues. I love just making the dressing because it compliments any southwestern type salad.
xoxo, C
06.24.2009 | Orange County Summer Freebies
We’re always on the lookout for a good deal, especially these days. Slowly but surely, we’re pulling together a list of FREE (or at least, really cheap) Orange County summer activities… things to do & places to go with the kiddos. So, what are your favorite FREE summertime activities? We’d love to edit our list to include all your favs.
* AMC Summer Movie Camp ($1 G & PG movies at 10am every Wednesday)
* FREE Family Film Festival (G & PG movies at 10am every Tuesday & Wednesdays at Regal theaters)
* Movies in the Park
* Movies on the Beach
* Monday Movies at the OCPAC
* Everyday $1-ish Movies
* Shakespeare by the Sea
* Summer Concert Series
* Kids Bowl Free (shoe rental required)
* Swimming pools, Lagoons & Water Gardens at Pearson Park in Anaheim
* Water Features at Walnut Grove Park in Anaheim
* Swimming Pool at City Hall Park in Brea
* Swimming Pool at Henry Bolsseranc Park in Buena Park
* Wading Pool at Carl Brenner Park in Buena Park
* Spray Pool at Larwin Park in Buena Park
* Swimming Pool at William Peak Park in Buena Park
* Spray Pool at Adlena Park in Fullerton
* Interactive Fountain at Downtown Plaza in Fullerton
* Spray Pool at J. Francis “Pep” Lemon Park in Fullerton
* Wading Pool at Valencia Park in Fullerton
* Water Feature at Pioneer Road Park in Tustin
