LONG BEACH -California Boricua Festival.

Aug.8, 2010- LONG BEACH -California Boricua Festival.  4th Annual Concert event includes Salsa, Reggaeton and cultural performances from Puerto Rico, New York and California. Puerto Rican food, cultural artwork and souvenirs being sold throughout the day, as the event explores the true meaning of "La Isla Del Encanto" The Island of Enchantment "Puerto Rico".

Location: Queen Mary Events Park 1126 Queens Highway Long Beach, CA 90802  Pre-sale tickets $20; Day of/ $25; Under 12 years FREE. Call: 1-888-506-5933.   fiestabuena.com

Free- Plein Air Artist Demonstration

Plein Air Artist Demonstration- Sat., July 31st, 2010

Crystal Cove State Park, 8471 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 /

Guests are invited to witness plein air artists demonstrate their painting techniques on the shores of Crystal Cove. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. With its serene and semi-secluded coastline, Crystal Cove has long served as inspiration for local artists. The tradition of plein air painting – or painting in the open air – is still very much alive and embraced by the Crystal Cove Alliance as an irreplaceable aspect of the cove’s history and culture. More info: 949.494.3539.

Target Symphony in the Cities in Mission Viejo for FREE!!

Target Symphony in the Cities 

When: July 31, 2010 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Where: Village Green at Oso Viejo Park, Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA

Description: Community members are invited to grab their lawn chairs, blankets, family, friends and neighbors and attend the City's sixth annual Target Symphony in the Cities concert on the Village Green.

Led by Musical Director Carl St. Clair, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra will perform a musical repertoire ranging from patriotic medleys to Broadway show tunes.

Food vendors will be on hand along with a wine and beer garden. Parking and free shuttle service will be available at the Mission Viejo Civic Center as well as Newhart Middle School and the Thomas R. Potocki Conference Center.  Concert-goers are also invited to bring a canned or non-perishable food item to support the South County Outreach Food Bank.
For more information, call (949) 470-8440.

Schedule  
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Prelude in the Park: Art and music booths and other family entertainment.
5:30 PM - Musical Playground:  Children can participate in a conducting clinic with Maestro Carl St. Clair, and also learn about the many musical instruments which create the beautiful symphonic sounds of music.
6:00 PM - Pre-Concert Entertainment
7:00 PM - Pacific Symphony:  An outdoor concert by Music Director Carl St. Clair and the Pacific Symphony.  Seating is on the grass so bring your lawn chair.

Summer Concerts In The Park - The Raymies & Turn the Page - A Tribute to Bob Seger

Summer Concerts In The Park - The Raymies & Turn the Page - A Tribute to Bob Seger

Date: 8/1/2010  Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Heritage Park: 34400 Old Golden Lantern Dana Point, California 92629

Your Fighting 5th Marines and members of the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group will be serviing food and drinks at this Summer Concert. So come hungry and buy some delicious food that will be sold at these concerts! All proceeds from food and drink sales will go to help our Fighting 5th Marines. Learn more at: http://www.danapoint5thmarines.com/node/82 

For a list of all Concerts In The Park, please follow the link to the flyer.  For more information, please call 949-248-3530.

Island Nights in San Clemente

Island Nights Friday, July 30; 6:30pm-9pm
Ole Hanson Beach Club (105 W. Ave Pico)
Cost: $3/person

Back by popular demand! Catch a little Aloha spirit this summer as the City of San Clemente launches its 4th annual Island Nights at the Pool! Aside from the live Island music from around the world, there will be plenty of swimming, arts & crafts for kids, and dinner plates for a nominal fee. You don't have to leave San Clemente to experience the Islands! Pre-registration is encouraged or you can pay at the door (cash only). All children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Swim passes not valid for this event.

FREE Beach concerts in the San Clemente sand.

SAN CLEMENTE -  Thurs. 07/29/2010
Beach Concert Series
Thurs., July 29th; 6pm til sunset.
San Clemente Pier (map)
Band: 2000 Pounds of Blues.
The 11th Annual Beach Concert Series is “Bringing the Bands to the Sand!” Join the community to celebrate live music on the beach with the sunset as your backdrop and FREE seating in the sand.

Get in FREE to OC fair with your donation!!

Jul 28, 2010 - 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Location: OC Fair & Event Center ~ All admission gates.

Event Description: We Care Wednesdays: Book Drive Wednesday Noon-6 p.m. (any admission gate)
(Parking gates open approximately an hour before the Fair. The Fair is open from Noon-Midnight on Wednesdays. General parking is $7.)
Donate one new or three gently used children's books from Noon-6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 28, and receive FREE admission to the Fair and one FREE carnival ride for that day. (Limit one admission ticket and one carnival ride ticket per person.)
Benefits Los Angeles Times' Reading by 9 program.

How to train your dragon movie for only 2.00!! a person.

If you haven't seen how to train your dragon, well you've missed a good one. My kids and I loved it.  You can still catch it in Irvine at the dollar theater for only 2 bucks! yep, $2.00. Now go pop some popcorn and grab the kids and go see this very fun adventure that everyone will enjoy!....of coarse there are other movie playing, also for only 2.00!

Starplex Cinemas - Woodbridge Dollar Movies 5

4626 Barranca Pkwy., Irvine, CA, 92604

(949) 733-0980

LAGUNA NIGUEL - Check out the line-up for the city's summer concert series this year - it includes music from a range of genres.


The annual series held at Crown Valley Park Amphitheater, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Admission for all concerts is free.

Artists, dates, and times are:


• Shakespeare by the Sea is performing "Love's Labour's Lost"from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 26.

The city recommends concert-goers bring low chairs or blankets to sit on.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
No alcohol, pets, or smoking is allowed.

Summer Concerts In The Park - the Oreo Divas - A Tribute to the Music of Motown

Summer Concerts In The Park - the Oreo Divas - A Tribute to the Music of Motown

Date: 7/25/2010 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Heritage Park 34400 Old Golden Lantern  Dana Point, California 92629

Your Fighting 5th Marines and members of the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group will be serviing food and drinks at this Summer Concert. So come hungry and buy some delicious food that will be sold at these concerts! All proceeds from food and drink sales will go to help our Fighting 5th Marines. Learn more at: http://www.danapoint5thmarines.com/node/82

For a list of all Concerts In The Park, please follow the link to the flyer.  For more information, please call 949-248-3530.

Plein Air Artist Demonstration

Crystal Cove State Park, 8471 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Guests are invited to witness plein air artists demonstrate their painting techniques on the shores of Crystal Cove. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. With its serene and semi-secluded coastline, Crystal Cove has long served as inspiration for local artists. The tradition of plein air painting – or painting in the open air – is still very much alive and embraced by the Crystal Cove Alliance as an irreplaceable aspect of the cove’s history and culture. More info: 949.494.3539.

FREE- Bubble Extravaganza in Mission Viejo.

Bubble Extravaganza

When: July 20, 2010 

Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Where: Saddleback Room at City Hall, 200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, CA

Description:  Bubblemania presents the fun and science of bubbles.  For age 3 and older. 

San Juan Summer Nites- FREE concerts!

Held in San Juan Capistrano's Historic Town Center Park, this popular event has grown since its inception six years ago and is fueled by local businesses and organizations.

San Juan Summer Nites offers the perfect night on the town for visitors of all ages. Each concert features live music, a local business expo, youth area with free activities, food booths and a beer/wine booth. Local businesses will be selling products and offering giveaways.

Concerts are free and there is plenty of parking available. Historic Town Center Park is located at 31852 El Camino Real. Cross streets are Ortega Highway and El Camino Real. Local businesses will participate with information booths and there will be complimentary activities for the kids in the youth area.

Food is available on site from our featured restaurants. The chamber of coommerce will also host a beer & wine garden. Bring a lawn chair, blanket & jacket. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to the events.

All concerts are from 6 pm - 8 pm

1. July 21, 2010
   The Trip
   Classic Rock
   
   
2. August 18, 2010
   Moonlight Express
   Swing Music
   
   
3. September 15, 2010
   The Hodads
   Top 40s classic rock

Please check back for more details on performances.  For more concert information call (949) 493-5911.

OC fair, get in FREE with your donation.

Jul 21, 2010- OC fair
12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

We Care Wednesdays: Food Drive

Location:

OC Fair & Event Center ~ All admission gates.

Event Description: Wednesday Noon-6 p.m. (any admission gate)
(Parking gates open approximately an hour before the Fair. The Fair is open from Noon-Midnight on Wednesdays. General parking is $7.)
Donate five canned food items from Noon-6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, and receive FREE admission to the Fair and one FREE carnival ride for that day.(Limit one admission ticket and one carnival ride ticket per person.)
Benefits Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County.

Exploring the Night Skies for $5.00 a carload.

Sat.17, July- Exploring the Night Skies 8 :30pm to 9:30pm
Join the Orange County Astronomers for a night of star gazing and excitement at Caspers Wilderness Park. Come look through telescopes to see the wonders of the night sky. Astronomers will be here to answer questions. Inclimate weather may cancel. For more information contact Park office: (949) 923-2210 Parking Event Fee: Free
Parking Fee: $5.00
Age: All Ages Welcome
Caspers Wilderness Park  33401 Ortega Hwy.( P. O. Box 395) San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949.923.2210 or (949)923-2207

Laguna Niguels summer concerts are FREE!

LAGUNA NIGUEL - Check out the line-up for the city's summer concert series this year - it includes music from a range of genres.


The annual series held at Crown Valley Park Amphitheater, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Admission for all concerts is free.
Weekly artists are:
• The Answer, playing classic rock, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 17.

• Chico, playing Latin/variety dance music, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 31.

• Bella Donna, a tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac band, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14.

• Tommy Tassi and the Authentics, '50s and '60s rock 'n' roll music, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28.
Drama is in the line up too.

• Shakespeare by the Seais performing "Love's Labour's Lost"from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 26.
The city recommends concert-goers bring low chairs or blankets to sit on.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
No alcohol, pets, or smoking is allowed.

Summer Concerts In The Park - Firefly - Current Rock/Classic Rock & Pop

Summer Concerts In The Park - Firefly - Current Rock/Classic Rock & Pop

Date: 7/18/2010 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Heritage Park  34400 Old Golden Lantern Dana Point, California 92629

Your Fighting 5th Marines and members of the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group will be serviing food and drinks at this Summer Concert. So come hungry and buy some delicious food that will be sold at these concerts! All proceeds from food and drink sales will go to help our Fighting 5th Marines. Learn more at: http://www.danapoint5thmarines.com/node/82

For a list of all Concerts In The Park, please follow the link to the flyer.  For more information, please call 949-248-3530.

Island Nights Friday, July 16; 6:30pm-9pm
Ole Hanson Beach Club (105 W. Ave Pico)
Cost: $3/person
Back by popular demand! Catch a little Aloha spirit this summer as the City of San Clemente launches its 4th annual Island Nights at the Pool! Aside from the live Island music from around the world, there will be plenty of swimming, arts & crafts for kids, and dinner plates for a nominal fee. You don't have to leave San Clemente to experience the Islands! Pre-registration is encouraged or you can pay at the door (cash only). All children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Swim passes not valid for this event.

FREE Plein Air Artist Demonstration.

Plein Air Artist Demonstration- Sat. July 17th, 2010

Crystal Cove State Park, 8471 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 /

Guests are invited to witness plein air artists demonstrate their painting techniques on the shores of Crystal Cove. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. With its serene and semi-secluded coastline, Crystal Cove has long served as inspiration for local artists. The tradition of plein air painting – or painting in the open air – is still very much alive and embraced by the Crystal Cove Alliance as an irreplaceable aspect of the cove’s history and culture. More info: 949.494.3539.

FREE-San Clemente Ocean Festival Sat. & Sun., July 17-18, 2010

Sunday 07/18/2010

San Clemente Ocean Festival Saturday & Sunday, July 17-18, 2010
San Clemente Pier (map)

The San Clemente Ocean Festival is celebrating 34 years of “The Greatest Show on Surf!”. Come join the fun – Waterman & Waterwoman Competitions, Surf & Bodysurf Contests, Fishing Derbies, Woody Car Exhibit, Ocean Art Show, Children’s Pavilion and much, much more! Saturday, start your day off w/a delicious pancake breakfast, enjoy the activities and events of the day and as the sun sets join friends & family for a beach bbq & FREE concert. The fun continues on Sunday right up to the end w/the ever-popular Rubber Duck Race for the event’s finale!  

www.oceanfestival.org. (click on links once page opens to learn more) Voice mail 949-440-6141.

The OC fair is coming!! Here are some ways to save a few dollars.

The OC fair is coming!!  Nothing says summer like a county fair.  Think cotton candy, ice cream, rides, concerts, and tons of smiles for everyone. This years fair is from July 16 thru Aug. 15.

OPENING HOUR FREE admission and parking from Noon – 1 PM. Valid only July 16, 2010.  Presented by Sparkletts

SALUTE TO HEROES
FREE admission for active duty military with I.D., Valid all day July 16-August 15.
KIDS FREE THURSDAYS
Kids 12 and under receive FREE admission every Thursday. Valid all day.
SENIORS DAY FRIDAYS
$5 admission for those 60 years or older, plus FREE Ferris wheel & merry-go-round rides. Valid all day Friday. Sponsored by Monarch Health Care
WE CARE WEDNESDAYS

Food Drive- Wednesday, July 21  Noon – 6pm
One FREE admission and one carnival ride per person with donation of five canned food items. Benefits Second Harvest Food Bank and OC Food Bank. Sponsored by Ralphs.
Book Drive-  Wednesday, July 28   Noon – 6pm
One FREE admission and one carnival ride per person with donation of one new children’s book or three gently used children’s books. Benefits Orange County public schools with the help of the LA Times Reading By 9 and BookEnds.
Clothing Drive  Wednesday, August 4   Noon – 6pm
One FREE admission and one carnival ride per person with donation of five gently used clothing items. Benefits Goodwill of Orange County.
School Supply Drive  Wednesday, August 11 Noon – 6pm
One FREE admission and one carnival ride per person with donation of one new school supply item valued at $3 or more. Benefits Orange County youth with the help of Share Our Selves.

You can even see some shows for FREE, see the list here.

Monday movie night- FREE at the OC preforming arts center.

Popcorn, chocolate, stars, and a FREE movie what more could you ask for?  Well you have to provide the snack, but the movie is FREE.  This Monday's movie is The wizard of Oz and i can't imagine what Oz looks like on a big screen!! Click here to learn more

More Fun ideas for Summer...FREE all summer long.

I told you about The FREE days that are being offered by BofA and today I've got some free days by Target and some extra ideas that are free all the time.  Enjoy!...and come back to see and learn about my own trips. I can't wait to go!

 

Discover. Learn. Inspire. Enjoy the Arts with Target.

Target invites you and your family to see more of the arts while spending less. As part of our efforts to support education in the communities we serve, Target sponsors free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events nationwide.  To see more events than what I've listed in Southern California go HERE

Target Free Admission:

MOLAA: Museum of Latin American Art, Long Beach  Target Free Sundays, Every Sunday

Target Free is offering Free admission to La Habra Children's Museum on Saturday.

Orange County Museum of Art, Orange County, CA  Target Free 2nd Sunday of the month.

Target Free is offering Free admission to the Bowers and Bowers Kidseum on Sunday. There is a special Persian New Year Celebration!

CAAM: California African American Museum , Los Angeles Target Sundays at CAAM 1st Sunday of the month. 

Target Free Family Day is offering Free Admission to the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach on Sunday

Japanese American National Museum, Los Angeles Target Free Family Saturdays  6/12/2010, 7/10/2010, 10/8/2010

The New Children's Museum, San Diego.  Target Free Second Sundays, 2nd Sunday of the month.

Always Free (except for parking)California Science Center  Click here to learn more

The Getty Learn more here.

The Getty Villa Learn more here.

Always Free (including parking)

Griffith Park Observatory Learn More Here.

Travel Town Museum Learn More Here.

Orange Railway Museum Learn more here.  You can visit the museum and the many acres, but train rides are extra.

Save a BUNCH on state parks fees!!

If you visit or live near state beaches and parks, it hasn’t escaped your attention that the fees have gone up into outer space!  Let’s face it, our state is dying on the vine and trying to get money any way it can.  If you are like my family an annual pass isn't used during the winter at all. So this is a great way to get in some summer time fun for a fraction of the price. I found a way we can save a bunch amount of money, and support the parks at the same time!

If you buy a membership to the California State Parks Foundation, they’ll send you free passes you can use for parking or entrance fees.

They’re even offering a special “sampler” deal right now for $25 where you can join and get seven coupons good for day use at any park in California.

Click here to go to the foundation page that describes memberships and levels

Really, depending on the entrance fee for the park in question, that could save you a boat load!

For example, parking at Crystal Cove and Doheny beaches right now has been hiked to $15, so seven day use passes would be worth $105. Minus the $25 to join, altogether we would save $80! Call some friends and carpool and everyone wins!     Click here to go to the most recent list of state parks day-use fees, published August 2009

And, in addition to getting a good deal, you’re supporting a group that lobbies on behalf of the state parks and their users.   Note: These passes can only be used for fees at STATE beaches and parks, NOT for CITY beaches like Seal Beach and Huntington Beach.

2 FREE concerts in the park in Oceanside.

Music an arts in the park and tons of family fun.
First date is July 10th from 12-7pm.
Second date is Aug.13 5:30-8pm
To read all about is click link below.
Concerts in the park

Woodstock Weekend at the Costa Mesa Fairgrounds

In honor of the legendary 1969 music event, a Woodstock Tribute Weekend will be held the weekend before the Orange County Market Place in Costa Mesa closes for the annual Orange County Fair.

The Summer of Love Show will be on Saturday, July 10 and brings together six performers recreating the actual vibe, sound and feel of several rock legends from 1969’s Woodstock including Janis Joplin, John Fogerty, Sly Stone, Jim Hendrix and Arlo Guthrie to name a few.

Woodstock Mud performs on Sunday, July 11. The four member San Diego area based band will perform classic music of the 1960’s and 1970’s including the songs of renown musicians who took the stage at Woodstock

Concerts are at noon and 2 p.m. both days.

In addition tie dye vendors, other artisans, free face painting, hippie stilt walkers along with the hundreds of other Market Place vendors and attractions will be included.

Admission to the swap meet and the Woodstock Weekend shows are free with a canned food donation to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. Regular admission is $2 and free for children 12 and under.

More information available at www.ocmarketplace.com

Summer Concerts In The Park - Jazz & Blues Concert- FREE

Summer Concerts In The Park - Jazz & Blues Concert

Date: 7/11/2010 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Heritage Park  34400 Old Golden Lantern  Dana Point, California 92629

Your Fighting 5th Marines and members of the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group will be serviing food and drinks at this Summer Concert. So come hungry and buy some delicious food that will be sold at these concerts! All proceeds from food and drink sales will go to help our Fighting 5th Marines. Learn more at: http://www.danapoint5thmarines.com/node/82

For a list of all Concerts In The Park, please follow the link to the flyer.  For more information, please call 949-248-3530.

FREE Food & Ferrari Festival

7/11/10 Festeggiamo! Come celebrate at the free Food & Ferrari Festival at Village Walk at EastLake on Saturday, July 11, 2010 from noon. to 3 p.m. 

Feel like you're in Italy as you stroll through the center to view the fast, beautiful cars and taste food and beverages from great restaurants. Village Walk at EastLake is located at the intersection of Eastlake Parkway and Miller Drive. For more information visit www.shopvillagewalk.com or call 858.695.2700. That's amore!   

Food & Ferrari Festival Location: East County Price: Free 

Description: Come celebrate at the FREE Food & Ferrari Festival at Village Walk at EastLake on Saturday, July 11, 2010 from noon. to 3 p.m.

Plein Air Artist Demonstration at Crystal Cove

Plein Air Artist Demonstration- Sat. July 10th, 2010
Crystal Cove State Park, 8471 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 /

Guests are invited to witness plein air artists demonstrate their painting techniques on the shores of Crystal Cove. The event is free and appropriate for all ages. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. With its serene and semi-secluded coastline, Crystal Cove has long served as inspiration for local artists. The tradition of plein air painting – or painting in the open air – is still very much alive and embraced by the Crystal Cove Alliance as an irreplaceable aspect of the cove’s history and culture. More info: 949.494.3539.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Price: FREE 6/2/10

6/2/10- Eveoke Dance Theatre California Center for the Arts, Escondido Price: FREE   

Wells Fargo Free First Wednesdays-   4p.m. and 7p.m., Center Theater

Enjoy a FREE performance on the first Wednesday of each month! Seating is limited and on a first-come

first-served basis. Doors open one hour before curtain.

Description: This unique theatre company cultivates compassionate social action through arts education and evocative performances. Eveoke Dance Theatre provides many performing opportunities for talented young people, teaching them artistic and political expression through the passion and beauty of dance. http://www.artcenter.org/performances/10june/index.html  

Some fun Ideas for summer...think FREE Art and Culture!

Summer is fast approaching and I've been looking at ways to have fun, BUT not break the bank!  I have found some really fun things to do in Southern California, so I'll be highlight some of them for here you! You too, can have a fun and no break the bank Summer.

The first thing I learned was that Bank of America has FREE museum days.

Here are the details of how it works. You need photo ID and your B of A credit or debit card with your name on it (matching ID). You present that to the box office on the first weekend of the month and you get in FREE!! Many of the museums are cheaper for kids, so for about 15.00 you can get in your whole family.   There about 100 Museums nationwide. You can click on find locations on BofA's site HERE and find the one in your neck of the woods, but here are the ones in Southern California. (See below). I have heard that the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla is wonderful with many things for the kids to do and spectacular views. It's made my top 5 list of places I'd like to see...soon. Keep checking back to see photos of when we go.

Bank of America's - Museums on us! FIRST weekend of the month.

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat &  Sun- Autry National Center of the American West- Griffith Park

***Bank of America Museums on us - Sat &  Sun- Birch Aquarium - La Jolla

***Bank of America Museums on us - Saturday only - Discovery Science Center-Santa Ana (See picture above for an upcoming event here, looks like FUN!!)

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- LACMA- Los Angeles

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- MUZEO in Anaheim

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- Museum of Latin American Art- Long Beach

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- Palm Springs Art Museum

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat only- Riverside Art Museum

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- The New Children's Museum - San Diego

Bank of America Museums on us - Sat & Sun- The living desert- Palm Desert

Major League Baseball All-Star Game get in FREE.

I Can’t afford to go to the Major League Baseball All-Star Game on July 13 at Angel Stadium. Can you?

But we can still get in on the All-Star fun if we are willing to volunteer to work the game and festivities!  How cool is that?

Click here to learn more and go to the volunteer application for the All-Star game in Anaheim 2010. And, note that even if you can’t afford the game, you can go to the All-Star Fanfest at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Even if you can't make the All Stars game you can make it to Fan Fest.

To learn more about Fan Fest click here. Just a glimps as Baseball legends will be on hand to sign autographs.  Sign up now cause it might be a long time before it's back in Southern California.

I know my hubby will be happy to read this one...Love you Babe. XOXO

4th of July celebrations in South OC. FREE FaMilY FuN!

...and the rockets red glare....I can hear it now.  

Here are just a few celebrations happening in the OC. Feel free to post others.  Happy fourth of July and be sure to be safe and Don't drink and drive.

Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks Show
The City of Dana Point presents an aerial sky show, featuring a musical simulcast presented by radio station KSBR 88.5 FM. Arrive early to picnic over the Harbor on the cliffs of Blue Lantern Park or Heritage Park.
When: July 4, 9 pm, beach opens at 6 am
Where: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Cost: Free
Info: www.danapoint.org, (949) 248-3530 Note: Fireworks are NOT permitted on the beach. 

San Clemente

San Clemente Fireworks Show
Sunday, July 4, 2010

At approximately 9:00 p.m. the City continues its annual tradition with a spectacular fireworks display from the Municipal Pier. Admission is free.   949-361-8264 

San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano 4th of July Celebration
Sunday, July 4, 2010     3:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Join the City of San Juan Capistrano as we celebrate our nations freedom on Sunday, July 4 at the San Juan Capistrano Sports Park 3pm to 9:30pm. There will be a host of mechanical rides and bounce houses for the kids as well as the popular "Family Games" for all ages to participate in. Individual tickets & specially priced wristbands may be purchased for all rides and bouncers. All major credit cards will be accepted. "The Hodads" will perform classic rock n roll on stage beginning at 6pm. Admission is free.  Food and exhibit booths will be available. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets. Plenty of free parking is available in the sports park and on Camino Del Avion.

LOCATION: The Sports Park   25925 Camino Del Avion.  949-493-5911

Newport Beach

Fireworks Show at Newport Dunes
July 4, 2010

Family fun and games throughout the day with music, food, raffle, carnival games, contests, tournaments, ending with a spectacular fireworks finale! But you better get here early and save your spot to watch the show! There is a fee per car to enter. (949) 729-DUNE

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Fireworks & Parade Cruises
July 4, 2010

Every year, The American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291 celebrates the 4th of July with the July 4 Independence Day Boat Parade. The event fills the harbor with of boats adorned in red-white-&-blue celebrating the time-honored Old Glory Boat Parade. Then be treated to the largest fireworks display in Southern California at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort.

Newport Landing offers several cruises on July 4 that witness the parade during the afternoon and celebrate the amazing fireworks display in the bay. Cruises are 2 ½ hours in the length. For additional information or to make reservations call  949-675-0551 

Mission Viejo

The Mission Viejo Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular
July 4, 2010  Noon - 9 PM

This is a day of fun and celebration specifically for the families of the Mission Viejo community. Held yearly on Olympiad Road and in the area adjoining Lake Mission Viejo, the Mission Viejo Street Faire provides a classic Fourth of July celebration for the City. Rides and games enhance an exciting carnival atmosphere for all ages. Food booths, crafters, a wine and beer garden, contests and prizes. Free entertainment throughout the day with a special performance by Johnny Contardo -The original voice of ShaNaNa at 6 PM. As would be expected for a Fourth of July Faire, the event climaxes at dusk in a spectacular fireworks display.

LOCATION: Olympiad & Marquerite  949-830-7066 

Laguna Niguel

4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2010  Fireworks at 9 pm   

9am - 12pm Lap swim (ages 14+) FREE ALL DAY!
12 - 5pm Recreation swim FREE ALL DAY!
6-8pm Concert – Variety Showband Crown Valley Park Amphitheater
8:15pm Community walk to Regional Park to watch fireworks (3/4 mile each way). Bring flashlights! Seating is in grass.
9pm  Fireworks Display at Laguna Niguel Regional Park

OTHER DAYTIME ACTIVITIES:
10:30am-1pm at Crown Valley Park
Start your 4th of July with a BANG! After the annual Run in the Parks, join in the festivities at our 20th Anniversary Celebration 4th of July Carnival. There will be carnival games booths and a variety of food booths to purchase something tasty to eat.

Crown Valley Community Park  29751 Crown Valley Parkway  Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

949-425-5100