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Beach Blvd., Suite 160, Huntington Beach, CA 92648; fax to (714)

965-7174; call (714) 965-7176 or e-mail [email protected].

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TODAY

Surf Theatre will present Rip Curl’s “Windows” along with the

short New York City documentary “The Rocks.” A sneak preview of Dana

Brown’s new film on the Baja 1000 race, “Dust to Glory,” is also

planned. The event will be a fundraiser for Bethany Hamilton, a young

surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack. Shows will be held at 7

and 9 p.m. at Mann’s 6 Pierside Pavilion at the corner of Main Street

and Pacific Coast Highway. Information: (714) 842-4338.

Ballet Etudes will present a production of “Yellow Brick Road,” a

45-minute show based on “The Wizard of Oz.” The 7 p.m. show will be

held at the Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave. The cost of

admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for children. Information:

(714) 375-5107.

Centered on the Center will feature more than 200 regional artists

in a group exhibition. About 325 works will be on display. The event

is slated to run through Feb. 29. The exhibition will be at the

Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main St. Admission is free.

Information: (714) 374-1658.

FRIDAY

The Huntington Beach Longboard Crew will hold a fundraising

Valentine’s Dinner and Dance at the Old World Festival Hall. The

night’s activities will feature a performance by the Beatniks. The

event will take place from 7 p.m. to midnight. The address is 7561

Center Drive. Information: [email protected].

The Sweet Charity Ball will be an evening of dining, music and

silent auction bidding to benefit programs sponsored by the

Huntington Beach Rotary Club. The ball will be held at the Hilton

Waterfront Beach Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Highway. Registration

will begin at 6 p.m. The cost will be $60 per person. Information:

(714) 309-2433.

Star Wars author Timothy Zahn will discuss and sign his newest

Star Wars book, “Star Wars: Survivor’s Quest,” at Barnes and Noble

Booksellers, at 7777 Edinger Ave. The event will begin at 7 p.m.

Admission will be free. Information: (714) 897-8781.

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire, held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to

the Huntington Beach Pier, will feature more than 50 vendors selling

unique, handmade gifts and crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from

10 a.m. to sunset. Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or

(714) 846-5509.

SATURDAY

Children will be invited to meet Little Nut Brown Hare, who will

share some of his favorite stories and give hugs to all the children.

The free event will be held at the Barnes and Noble Booksellers at

7777 Edinger Ave. The event will begin at 11 a.m. Information: (714)

897-8781.

The Miss Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant will feature Yankee

Doodle Darlings. Watch the city’s best and brightest young ladies

compete for scholarships and the title of Miss Huntington Beach 2004.

The pageant will be held at the Huntington Beach High School

Auditorium, 1905 Main St. The event starts at 7 p.m. Tickets will

cost $15 per person. Information: (714) 536-4357 or (714) 536-2054.

The Golden West College Swap Meet will feature new and used

items. Fresh produce, records and music memorabilia, antiques and

collectibles are some of the treasures you may discover on your next

visit to the parking lot event that offers free parking and

admission. The address for Golden West College is 15744 Goldenwest St. The swap meet will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and

Sunday. Information: (714) 898-7927.

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire, held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to

the Huntington Beach Pier, will feature more than 50 vendors selling

unique, handmade gifts and crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from

10 a.m. to sunset. Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or

(714) 846-5509.

SUNDAY

The Golden West College Swap Meet features new and used items.

Fresh produce, records and music memorabilia, antiques and

collectibles are some of the treasures you may discover on your next

visit to this parking lot event with free parking and admission. The

address for Golden West College is 15744 Goldenwest St. The swap meet

will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: (714) 898-7927.

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire, held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to

the Huntington Beach Pier, will feature more than 50 vendors selling

unique, handmade gifts and crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from

10 a.m. to sunset. Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or

(714) 846-5509.

MONDAY

The Barnes and Noble Fiction Reading Group will discuss “Forever”

by Pete Hamill. The free event will begin at 7 p.m. The store is at

7777 Edinger Ave. Information: (714) 897-8781.

TUESDAY

Huntington Beach Senior Services will offer dancing lessons from

2 to 3 p.m. at the Michael E. Rodgers Seniors’ Center. The lessons

are structured in five-week sessions at a cost of $65 per dancer.

Couples and singles are welcome for lessons, registration forms are

available at the Seniors’ Center, which is at 1706 Orange Ave.

Information: (714) 536-9387.

The Barnes and Noble Craft Workshop will demonstrate origami using

the book, “The Art of Origami” by Rick Beech. The free event will

begin at 7 p.m. The store is at 7777 Edinger Ave. Information: (714)

897-8781.

WEDNESDAY

The Mystery Reading Group will discuss “The First Law,” by John

Lescroart and “The Long Goodbye,” by Raymond Chandler. The free

meeting will be held at the Barnes and Noble Booksellers at 7777

Edinger Ave. The discussion will begin at 7 p.m. Information: (714)

897-8781.

THURSDAY

Children’s author Marie Torres Cimarusti will be present at a

story-time reading and signing of her book, “Peek-a-Zoo!” The free

event will be held at the Barnes and Noble Booksellers at 7777

Edinger Ave. The event will begin at 7 p.m. Information: (714)

897-8781.

FEB. 20

“Proposals,” a comedy written by Neil Simon and directed by James

Gruessing, will be performed by the Huntington Beach Playhouse at

Central Library Theater through Mar. 7. The Playhouse is at 7111

Talbert Ave. Tickets cost $6 to $20. Information: (714) 375-0696.

Mardi Gras Brazilian Carnival, a musical stage show with

Christiane Calli and the Girls from Ipanema, will offer dancing and a

barbecue kitchen. The carnival will run from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at

Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave. The event will also be held on

Feb. 21. The cost is to be announced. Information: (714) 647-7107.

The Fusion 2004 Dance Concert, Academy for Performing Arts dance

faculty, guest choreographers and the Ensemble Dancers will present

an evening of traditional and original works in ballet, jazz, tap and

modern dance. The show will be held at Huntington Beach High School,

1905 Main St., at 7:30 p.m. General admission will cost $10, tickets

for students and seniors will cost $8. Information: (714) 536-2514,

ext. 4025.

FEB. 21

The Rick Holstrom Band will play blues guitar at the Huntington

Beach Beer Company. The show will begin at 8 p.m. and there will be

no cover charge. The Huntington Beach Beer Company is at 201 Main St.

Information: (714) 960-5343.

FEB. 24

Author Shannon Peck will discuss and sign her book “Love Heals” at

the Barnes and Noble Booksellers at 7777 Edinger Ave. The free event

will begin at 7 p.m. Information: (714) 897-8781.

FEB. 25

The Barnes & Noble Artist’s Way Workshop is designed to help

participants rediscover their creative selves. The two-hour workshop

will begin at 7 p.m. The store is located at 7777 Edinger Ave.

Admission will be free. Information: (714) 897-8781.

FEB. 26

At the Brazilian Mardi

Gras Luncheon & Show, choreographer Leila Flores of Tropidanza has

assembled a diverse team of beautiful and talented dancers who

entertain with energy and passion. The meal will include chicken and

Brazilian-style meatballs with sweet sauce, mashed potatoes, black

beans, vegetables, salad, cake and coffee. The event will be held at

the Old World Festival Hall, 7561 Center Ave., in room 49. The show

will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost will be $25 per person,

including tax and tip. Information: (714) 895-8020.

An “open mic” night of poetry will be held at Barnes and Noble

Booksellers. The free event will begin at 7:30 p.m. The store is at

7777 Edinger Ave. Information: (714) 897-8781.

FEB. 27

Mardi Gras Brazilian Carnival, a musical stage show with

Christiane Calli and the Girls from Ipanema, will offer dancing and a

barbecue kitchen. The carnival will run from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at

Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave. The event will also be held on

Feb. 28. The cost is to be announced. Information: (714) 647-7107.

Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church will begin a series of

discussions on “The Passion,” directed by Mel Gibson. The talks will

feature Christian and Jewish leaders as speakers. Additional sessions

are planned for March 5 and March 12. The discussions will begin at

7:30 p.m. The church is located at 20444 Magnolia St. Information:

(714) 962-3333.

FEB. 28

Jazz at the Center will present Gospel Music through the Ages, a

concert featuring special musical performers to be announced later.

The concert will run from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at 538 Main St. General

admission will cost $20. Information: (714) 374-1650.

MARCH 1

Surfin’ Sundays Concert Series will showcase free concerts from

authentic surf bands. The concerts will be held through Oct. 30 at

the International Surfing Museum, 411 Olive St. The concerts are

scheduled from 1 to 2 p.m. Admission will be free. Dates have yet to

be determined. Information: (714) 969-9575.

MARCH 5

Mardi Gras Brazilian Carnival, a musical stage show with

Christiane Calli and the Girls from Ipanema, will offer dancing and a

barbecue kitchen. The carnival will run from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at

Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave. The event will also be held on

March 6. The cost is to be announced. Information: (714) 647-7107.

MARCH 6

The Jericho’s Kids for Clean Waves Surf Contest will be held near

the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The

entry deadline is March 1. Information: (949) 369-6677.

ONGOING

CHILDREN/LIBRARY

The Main Street Library Branch will accept book donations for the

Friends of Library book sales during normal library hours, 10 a.m. to

7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, at 525

Main St. Information: (714) 375-5071.

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