Beach Access and Parking Being Restored
Starting today, May 15, beaches access and parking is being restored. You can find detailed information here.…
Recreation
Catch up on Reading Great Books for Free!
Libraries are offering free e-books, even if you don’t have a library card. Check out the offerings here.…
Hollywood and the Oscars
For those of you who love the movies and watch the Oscars each year, you may want to take advantage of these nearby Hollywood iconic sites to see:
Each year the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in Los Angeles hosts a free exhibit of costumes from that year’s nominated films. You can …
Weekend Trip Ideas
If you are looking to surprise your Valentine with a weekend trip out of town, or you just want to go explore somewhere nearby, here are some suggestions. Many of the suggestions are only a short drive away! And Rancho Palos Verdes is merely a short distance from Huntington Beach but a world away in …
Free Tours of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands Reserve
The FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH TOUR and the LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH BIRD Walk are both free and on a first come, first served basis. Please email info@amigosdebolsachica.org or call (714) 840-1575 in advance to ensure your spot. Both tours begin at the south parking lot of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, across …
Discover OC via free passes!
If you have a library card, the OC Public Library system is participating in the Discover and Go program, which offers library patrons and one guest a free entry annually to various venues, museums and exhibits in the OC. If you don’t have a library card it is easy to get one. …
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR!
January 25th marks the start of the Lunar New Year in Asia, welcoming in the Year of the Rat. Celebrations abound throughout Orange County, Los Angeles and San Diego! Locally, you can join in the fun at the TET Festival at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa from January 24-26th and at Bower’s …
Long Beach Antique/Flea Market
If you enjoy spending a Sunday morning strolling through aisles of great stuff, from vintage clothes and jewelry and homewares to unique art, furniture and collectibles then check out the Long Beach Antiques Market. An institution in Long Beach, the market is held the third Sunday of every month at the Long Beach Veteran’s …
Happy New Year – Resolutions
Happy New Year!
Now is a great time to start fresh!
Here are some tips to get 2020 off to a great start:
Reuse/renew/recycle ideas
Clean the house, recycling/upcycling gently used or never used items by donating them. Goodwill or the Assistance League or the American Cancer Society in your neighborhood or other local charities …
Shipley’s Wildlife Center
Shipley’s Wildlife Center is a lovely respite from the hectic pace of Southern California. Located between Talbert and Slater you can enjoy the walking trails or get involved helping volunteer to maintain this community treasure. From birdwatching to the interpretive center to its eight habitats to explore, it has something for everyone in the family, …