Caruso's OC Happenings!

NORTH COUNTY
ANAHEIM

Coming up August 12-14, 2011 is the annual Harvest Crusade. In 1990, a small group of people set out to present the gospel of Jesus Christ to southern Californians in a non-traditional, non-church environment. Located at the Angel Stadium for more information you can call (714) 638-0981.

BREA

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BUENA PARK

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CYPRESS
July 23rd from 9am-5pm is the annual Cypress Community Festival! It's one of the largest one-day festivals in Orange County that attracts over 20,000 people annually. Event includes: Chili Cookoff, Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Car Show, Family Games, Food Booths, Chamber Business Expo, Children's Rides, Arts & Crafts & Entertainment. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast is from 7:00-11:00am & 30th Annual 5k & 10k Run/Walk starts at 7:30am. For more information you can call (714) 827-2430.

FULLERTON

It's that time again! Summer Concerts in the park! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a night of music under the stars! While food will be available for purchase, concert-goers are welcome to bring a picnic supper to enjoy, as well as lawn chairs or blankets for seating. DATES & TIMES: Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. July 13th will be Southbound (70's and Southern Rock). For more information or to find out other upcoming bands you can call (714) 738-3167.

GARDEN GROVE

This July 14th kicks off summer concerts in the park with Hollywood U2 (U2 Tribute). Concertgoers can enjoy the sights and sounds of evening concerts in the park brought to you by the Garden Grove Community Foundation. No EZ-Ups or golf carts, please. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. DATES & TIMES: Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information or to find out other upcoming bands you can call (714) 741-5280.

LA HABRA

Mark your calendars for August 5-7 for the La Habra Corn Festival! The Annual Event includes; Food, Rides, Games, Music and fun for the whole family. Daytime or night time - anytime is the right time for fun at the La Habra Corn Festival. Meet Miss La Habra and her court when you purchase raffle tickets for a new Car or other great prizes. Enjoy hot buttery Corn on the Cob, great sandwiches, sweet warm Funnel Cakes and other tasty treats. Be sure to visit the new Corn Festival Marketplace! Admission is FREE! For more information you can call 562-691-3482.

LA PALMA

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PLACENTIA

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STANTON

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WESTMINSTER

Coming up at the end of summer Saturday, Aug 20 2:00p at The Rose Center Theater is the Ms. Senior California Pageant! Eighteen Ms. Senior California preliminary finalists from San Francisco to San Diego will compete for the title of Ms. Senior California 2011.

YORBA LINDA

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CENTRAL COUNTY
COSTA MESA

Starting Jul 15, 2011 - Aug 14, 2011 is the annual Orange County Fair!!!! The annual Orange County Fair is the premier family attraction in Southern California offering a wide variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and hands-on activities. There is something for everybody at the Fair including the summer headline concert series, working farm and petting zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games. For more information you can call 714-708-FAIR.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

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HUNTINGTON BEACH

This Sunday, July 10th from 2-6pm Old World Presents: German Heritage Day & Dachshund Races & Marketplace Sidewalk Sale! Enjoy your afternoon with tasty German Beer & our full cocktail bar, along with food, music and fun! First 500 guests will receive a FREE meal. This is a Family event, the dress is casual, and everyone is welcome. The "Oberlandler" German folk dancers will perform dances over 100 years old. Dachshund Races will also take place on this fun filled action.

IRVINE

Coming up July 16-17th from 4pm-10am is the annual Boomer Canyon Family Campout! Gather your family, a tent and some sleeping bags and come on down to Irvine's outback in the mystic Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp. This exciting camping experience includes a BBQ dinner, a light breakfast, hikes, games, crafts, campfire fun and more! An adult must accompany children under 18. The cost is $24 per a person. More information you can call 949-724-6738.

LOS ALAMITOS

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NEWPORT BEACH

Coming up Saturday July 30th, 2011 from 3-9pm is the Annual Lobsterfest! Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. There will also be Live Entertainment, Activities for Kids, Maine lobster, shrimp, clams, auction and raffle opportunities and more! For more information you can call (949) 650-5504.

ORANGE

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SANTA ANA

NOW through September 11th the Discovery Science Center Presents: WaterWorks: Soak Up the Science! It's H20 from A2Z at WaterWorks: Soak up the Science this summer at Discovery Science Center. Immerse yourself in stimulating, hands-on learning experiences that will quench your thirst for the playful, powerful and precious world of water. Explore how water gets physical by creating a perfect rainbow, capturing a raindrop and examining snowflakes. Dive into the "Water Quiz" to test your knowledge of water and learn about water quality and management and the stresses that are being put on this natural resource. For more information you can call 714-542-2823.

SEAL BEACH
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TUSTIN
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VILLA PARK
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South County
ALISO VIEJO

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DANA POINT

Coming up soon is the Annual outdoor Shakespeare production overlooking Dana Point Harbor. Admission is FREE with a donation of canned food to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. The event is located at Lantern Bay Park. For more information you can call (949) 291-5083

LADERA RANCH

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LAGUNA BEACH

Now through August 28, 2011 is the 45th Annual Art-A-Fair (777 Laguna Canyon Road). Art-A-Fair is one of So Cal's most popular art festivals! The juried art of our 125 international, national and local artists promises to inspire & bring forth passion. Walk among the artists as they create their fine art and master craft pieces and learn what inspired them. Also, take advantage of art workshops taught by AAF artists - just $25 for two hours or $40 for four hours! For more information you can call (949) 494-4514.South Coast Symphony is proud to present "The Russians are Coming, The Russians are Coming!" This spectacular concert under the musical direction of Conductor Barry Silverman will feature Russian artists performing Russian music. The performers will include Michael Voronel and Ruslan Biryukov.

LAGUNA NIGUEL

WANTED: Fall Crafts Faire Vendors! Showcase your crafting talent at the Fall Boutique & Crafts Faire located at the beautifully renovated Sea Country Center. Submit your application to Laguna Niguel Parks & Rec. - 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 between June 1 and Aug. 1. ALL ITEMS SOLD MUST BE HANDCRAFTED/HAND EMBELLISHED. See link to download application. http://www.ci.lagunaniguel.ca.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1944

LAKE FOREST

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MISSION VIEJO

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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

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SAN CLEMENTE

Coming up Saturday & Sunday July 16-17th is the 35th Annual Ocean Festival, celebrating 35 years of "The Greatest Show on Surf"! Waterman & Waterwoman Competitions, 5K Beach run, Surf & Bodysurf Contests, Fishing Derby, Woody Car Exhibit, Ocean Art Show, Children's Events and much, much more! For more information you can call 949-440-6141.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
This weekend, July 9-10th is the annual Relay for Life! A fun and inspirational 24-hour event that brings together a community to raise funds for cancer research located at the SJC Sports Park. The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is the largest cancer-fighting event in the nation, raising nearly hundreds of millions of dollars last year alone! It's a time and place where people come to celebrate those who have survived cancer, remember those we've lost, and fight back against a disease that touches too many lives.




*As seen in orangecounty.net & ocregister.com



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