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CONCERTS BY DATE - ORANGE COUNTY

    This page lists concerts by date for cities in Orange County.  You may view the schedules by scrolling down the page or by clicking a date below. Please remember: although every attempt is made to bring you the most up-to-date concert information possible, all schedules are subject to change. It is recommended that you confirm any performance you wish to attend.

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     In keeping with the theme, "METAMORPHOSES," photographs and art this year will reflect various aspects of change, especially the type of change which is in some way transformative for the people, places or subjects it affects. In the Orange County by Date section, the area depicted in the following group of photographs is Limestone Canyon and Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park. The park, in south Orange County between Santiago Canyon Road and Portola Parkway, and bordering on communities such as Lake Forest and Foothill Ranch, was ravaged by the Santiago Fire of 2007. The arson-generated fire which swept through the area burned more than 30,000 acres. Earlier this year while looking through concert information, I came across a brochure posted to the O.C. Parks website. The brochure, which can be found at www.ocparks.com/uploadgraphics/Santiago_Fire_Flyer_SinglePage(1).pdf or www.ocparks.com/hbphappenings, contained a short description of the recovery process taking place in the burn areas. Having seen some of the scenery from Santiago Canyon Road, and thinking of the connection between parks and summer, I thought it might be interesting to see more of how nature begins to heal after a transformation such as one brought about by a devastating wildfire. Thanks to the assistance of the OC Parks office and rangers Vicky Malton and Raul Murillo, I was able to take the following group of photographs. They are a small window on the changes which have taken place in the area since November 2007. (Except where otherwise noted, all photographs are © 2008 Dorothy A. Birsic.)

TUESDAY JULY 29

COSTA MESA - COSTA MESA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Steel Parade (Steel Drum/Caribbean). Concerts are from 6:15 - 7:45 p.m. at Fairview Park, 2525 Placentia Avenue. Information: (714) 754-5300 or www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Event is from 5 - 9 p.m. on Main Street (between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue). There will be street entertainers/live performances, an organic farmers market, food booths, activities for children, sidewalk sales by area merchants and more. Free parking for two hours in the Main Promenade parking structure between 4 and 8:30 p.m. Information: (714) 841-3034 or www.hbdowntown.com.

WEDNESDAY JULY 30

BREA - BREA CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Surfing Safaris (Beach Boogie/Surf Classics). The Brea concerts are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard. Information: (714) 990-7124, (714) 990-7100 or www.cityofbrea.net.

BUENA PARK - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Mariachi Divas (All-Female Mariachi). Concerts for the first half of the summer are from 7 - 9 p.m. at Boisseranc Park, 7520 Dale Avenue (off La Palma). Information: (714) 236-3860, www.buenapark.com, or www.buenaparkfinearts.com.

FULLERTON - FULLERTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Knyght Ryder (Classic Rock). Concerts take place Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Fullerton Sports Complex, 560 E. Silver Pine (off Bastanchury between Harbor and Brea Boulevards). Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com.

NEWPORT BEACH - FASHION ISLAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Freda Payne: Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. Concerts are at 7 p.m. outside in the courtyard near Bloomingdales. Seating is provided, and the general seating area opens at 5 p.m. Information: (949) 721-2000 or www.shopfashionisland.com.

ORANGE - SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK 2008. Pam Lyn King and Royal Ruckus (Country). Concerts are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Hart Park Band Shell, 701 South Glassell Street near the 22 Freeway. Information: (714) 744-7278, (714) 744-7274 or www.cityoforange.org.

SEAL BEACH - SEAL BEACH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Regular Guys (Rockin' Blues). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 8 p.m. in Eisenhower Park next to the Seal Beach Pier. Information: (562) 799-0179 or www.sealbeachchamber.org.

TUSTIN - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Open Wide (Classic Rock). Concerts are from 6 - 8 p.m. at Peppertree Park, 230 West First Street. Information: (714) 573-3326 or www.tustinca.org.

THURSDAY JULY 31

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Keith Folsch. All concerts are from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim. Farmers Market hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Boulevard). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com

     The park has been and remains closed since last year. In what might metaphorically be looked at as a "cocooning" phase, visitors have been kept from the area while the wilderness begins to heal and rangers and their crews rebuild trails and clear away the public hazards which remain. The park is expected to re-open later this summer.

ANAHEIM HILLS - ANAHEIM HILLS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Beatless (Classic Rock). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Toyon Park, 945 S. Weir Canyon Road. Information: (714) 765-5263 or www.anaheim.net

FOUNTAIN VALLEY - FOUNTAIN VALLEY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Greg Wolfe (Rod Stewart Tribute). Concerts take place Thursdays from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Masuda Middle School, 17415 Los Jardines West (Slater/Ward). Parking is available after 5:15 p.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 17270 Ward Street. Information: (714) 839-8611 or www.fountainvalley.org.

FULLERTON - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Scott Martin Latin Band (Latin Jazz/Soul). Live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, fresh produce, beer and wine garden, kids' rides and more. Market is on Wilshire Avenue between Harbor Boulevard and Pomona. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/museum.

GARDEN GROVE - GARDEN GROVE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Neon Nation (80s Rock). Concerts take place Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Eastgate Park, 12001 St. Mark Street (off Valley View). Information: (714) 741-5280, www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us or www.ggcf.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Oreo Divas (Soul/Funk). Performance is from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

PLACENTIA - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Placentia Symphonic Band. Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer (south of Imperial). Information: (714) 993-8232 or www.placentia.org.

SAN CLEMENTE - SAN CLEMENTE BEACH CONCERT SERIES AT THE SAN CLEMENTE PIER. Stars on the Water (Tropical Rock). Concerts take place on the beach north of the San Clemente Pier from 6 p.m. to sunset. Information: (949) 361-8264 or www.san-clemente.org.

WESTMINSTER - WESTMINSTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Nicholson Pipes and Drums (Bagpipe Band). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Westminster Civic Center sunken gardens, 8200 Westminster Boulevard. Information: (714) 895-2860 or www.ci.westminster.ca.us.

FRIDAY AUGUST 1

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. The Green Party Band (Motown/R&B/Dance). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Chain Reaction (Rock/R&B). Performance is from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

LA HABRA - 60TH ANNIVERSARY LA HABRA CORN FESTIVAL. The 60th Annual La Habra Corn Festival will take place August 1, 2, and 3 at El Centro-Lions Park, 201 N. Cypress behind the public library. There will be carnival rides, games and food vendors (fee), and entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday hours are 5:30 - 11 p.m. with evening entertainment. Saturday hours are 10:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. with musical entertainment from 7 - 10 p.m. The annual Corn Festival parade will take place Saturday beginning at 9:30 a.m. on La Habra Boulevard. Sunday festival hours are 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. See website for further details. Information: (562) 697-1704 or www.thecornfestival.com

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. JB (Saxophone). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

TUSTIN - LIVE AT THE DISTRICT STAGE PERFORMANCES. The District at Tustin Legacy presents Live @ the District Stage on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 - 9 p.m. Bands are primarily local Orange County ska and rock bands. See names/times on site. The District at Tustin Legacy is located near the intersection of Jamboree and Barranca. Information: (714) 259-1046 or www.thedistricttl.com.

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SATURDAY AUGUST 2

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Spice (Latin/Pop/Dance). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

CYPRESS - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Raymond Michael as Elvis (Elvis Tribute). Performance begins at 6 p.m. on the Cypress Civic Center Green, 5275 Orange at Grindlay. Information: (714) 229-6780 or www.ci.cypress.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Amazing Wildcats (Rockin' R&B). Performance is from 6 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Opening night with Honk (Classic OC Rock Band from the 70s). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LA HABRA - 60TH ANNIVERSARY LA HABRA CORN FESTIVAL. The 60th Annual La Habra Corn Festival will take place August 1, 2, and 3 at El Centro-Lions Park, 201 N. Cypress behind the public library. There will be carnival rides, games and food vendors (fee), and entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday hours are 5:30 - 11 p.m. with evening entertainment. Saturday hours are 10:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. with musical entertainment from 7 - 10 p.m. The annual Corn Festival parade will take place Saturday beginning at 9:30 a.m. on La Habra Boulevard near Euclid. Sunday festival hours are 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. See website for further details. Information: (562) 697-1704 or www.thecornfestival.com

LA PALMA - ROCKIN' THROUGH THE DECADES CONCERT SERIES. Film at 11 (60s/70s) plus Green Expo. Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Saturdays in Central Park, Walker Avenue between Orangethorpe and La Palma. Information: (714) 690-3350 or www.cityoflapalma.org

MISSION VIEJO - TARGET SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES PROGRAM. The Orange County Pacific Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St. Clair, will present a concert at the Village Green/Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center (24932 Veterans Way) beginning at 7 p.m. The program will feature light pop and classical tunes, patriotic music and special guest performances. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. there will also be special activities for children including a "musical playground". Information: (949) 470-3062, (949) 470-8440 or www.cityofmissionviejo.org.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Cat Ramos (aka La Cat - Reggae). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

SUNDAY AUGUST 3

BREA - TARGET SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES PROGRAM IN DOWNTOWN BREA. The Orange County Pacific Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St. Clair, will present a concert on Birch Street in downtown Brea beginning at 7 p.m. The program will feature light pop and classical tunes, patriotic music and special guest performances. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. there will also be special activities for children including a "musical playground." Also fireworks at approximately 8:30 p.m. Downtown Brea is located at Birch and Brea Boulevards between Imperial Highway and Lambert. Information: (877) BREA-FUN, www.breadowntown.com or www.cityofbrea.net

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. 2AZZ1 (Urban Jazz). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

COSTA MESA - THE CAMP'S FARM AND ART MARKET. - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com.

DANA POINT - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Southbound (Allman Brothers Tribute). The concert is from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capo Beach. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURFIN' SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. The Surfin' Sundays concert takes place this week at Pier Plaza at the Huntington Beach Pier (Main Street/Pacific Coast Highway) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The bands appearing will be: 11 a.m. - The Fabulous Nomads, noon - Aquasonics, 1 p.m. - Pollo Del Mar, 2 p.m. - The Madeira, 3 p.m. - The Relix, and 4 p.m. - The Surftones. Information: (714) 960-3483 or www.surfingmuseum.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Nightblooming Jazzmen (Dixieland). Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the Huntington Beach main library. Information: (714) 402-7158, www.hbconcertband.org, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

IRVINE - SIZZLIN' SUMMER SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. Bobby Cochrane's Rock Around the Clock Show. Concerts will take place beginning at 6 p.m. at Woodbridge Community Park, Alton Parkway/Lake. Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org

LAKE FOREST - CONCERT AT THE NATURE PARK. This year's August concert features the Blues Hounds (Blues). There will also be an old fashioned BBQ, and food will be available for purchase. Activities will take place at the Lake Forest Nature Park, 26215 Dimension Drive from 3 - 6 p.m. Information: (949) 461-3450 or www.lake-forest.ca.us.

LOS ALAMITOS - CONCERTS ON THE GREEN. Kulayd (R&B/Motown). Concerts are Sundays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Laurel Park, Katella/Bloomfield. Information: (562) 430-1073 or www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Shaula (Steel Drum). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Chico (Variety/Dance). Concerts are Sundays from 6 - 8 p.m. at Central Park, 30842 La Miranda at the Civic Center. Information: (949) 635-1800 x6401 or http://www.cityofrsm.org

YORBA LINDA - YORBA LINDA SUMMER PARK CONCERTS. Nitro Express (Country). Concerts are on Sundays from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Avenue (Casa Loma/Imperial Highway). Information: (714) 961-7160 or www.yorba-linda.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Concert pianist Grace Zhao. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and concert begins at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org.

After abundant winter rains, some of the first plants to reappear in the spring were wildflowers. Some of the flowers which appeared earlier this year were matilija poppies, mustard, mariposa lillies, thistle and others.

MONDAY AUGUST 4

There are no performances scheduled on this date.

TUESDAY AUGUST 5

ANAHEIM - MAXWELL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Susie Hansen Latin Band (Latin Jazz/Salsa). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Maxwell Park, 2660 W. Orange Avenue. Information: (714) 765-5263 or www.anaheim.net

COSTA MESA - COSTA MESA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Swing Cats Big Band (Big Band/Swing). Concerts are from 6:15 - 7:45 p.m. at Fairview Park, 2525 Placentia Avenue. Information: (714) 754-5300 or www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Event is from 5 - 9 p.m. on Main Street (between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue). There will be street entertainers/live performances, an organic farmers market, food booths, activities for children, sidewalk sales by area merchants and more. Free parking for two hours in the Main Promenade parking structure between 4 and 8:30 p.m. Information: (714) 841-3034 or www.hbdowntown.com.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6

BREA - BREA CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Upstream (Caribbean/Reggae). The Brea concerts are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard. Information: (714) 990-7124, (714) 990-7100 or www.cityofbrea.net.

BUENA PARK - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Branscombe Richmond and the Renegade Posse (Rock/Country/R&B). Concerts for the second half of the summer are from 7 - 9 p.m. at Buena Park Downtown (8308 On The Mall, La Palma Between Dale and Stanton). Information: (714) 503-5000, (714) 236-3860, www.buenaparkdowntown.com, or www.buenaparkfinearts.com.

FULLERTON - FULLERTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Los Fabulocos (Roots Music). Concerts take place Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Fullerton Sports Complex, 560 E. Silver Pine (off Bastanchury between Harbor and Brea Boulevards). Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com.

NEWPORT BEACH - FASHION ISLAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Melissa Manchester (Singer/Songwriter). Concerts are at 7 p.m. outside in the courtyard near Bloomingdales. Seating is provided, and the general seating area opens at 5 p.m. Information: (949) 721-2000 or www.shopfashionisland.com.

ORANGE - SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK 2008. Bobby Cochran's Rock Around the Clock Show. Concerts are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Hart Park Band Shell, 701 South Glassell Street near the 22 Freeway. Information: (714) 744-7278, (714) 744-7274 or www.cityoforange.org.

SEAL BEACH - SEAL BEACH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Danny Dean and the Homewreckers (50s/Swing/Rockabilly). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 8 p.m. in Eisenhower Park next to the Seal Beach Pier. Information: (562) 799-0179 or www.sealbeachchamber.org.

TUSTIN - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. born BLUE (Blues). Concerts are from 6 - 8 p.m. at Peppertree Park, 230 West First Street. Information: (714) 573-3326 or www.tustinca.org.

THURSDAY AUGUST 7

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Sissy and Deanie (Classic Rock). All concerts are from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim. Farmers Market hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Boulevard). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com

ANAHEIM HILLS - ANAHEIM HILLS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Film at 11 (70s). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Toyon Park, 945 S. Weir Canyon Road. Information: (714) 765-5263 or www.anaheim.net

FULLERTON - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Soundbytes (Covers). Live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, fresh produce, beer and wine garden, kids' rides and more. Market is on Wilshire Avenue between Harbor Boulevard and Pomona. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/museum.

GARDEN GROVE - GARDEN GROVE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Answer (Classic Rock). Concerts take place Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Eastgate Park, 12001 St. Mark Street (off Valley View). Information: (714) 741-5280, www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us or www.ggcf.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Antix (Millenium Hits). Performance is from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

PLACENTIA - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Ho-Dads (Surf/Party). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer (south of Imperial). Information: (714) 993-8232 or www.placentia.org.

SAN CLEMENTE - SAN CLEMENTE BEACH CONCERT SERIES AT THE SAN CLEMENTE PIER. HELP! (Beatles Tribute). Concerts take place on the beach north of the San Clemente Pier from 6 p.m. to sunset. Information: (949) 361-8264 or www.san-clemente.org.

WESTMINSTER - WESTMINSTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Surfing Safaris (Surf). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Westminster Civic Center sunken gardens, 8200 Westminster Boulevard. Information: (714) 895-2860 or www.ci.westminster.ca.us.

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FRIDAY AUGUST 8

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Party Jones (Pop/Dance/Soul). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Sligo Rags (Celtic). Performance is from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Derek Bordeaux (R&B Band covers Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke and the greats). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LAGUNA NIGUEL - LAGUNA NIGUEL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Sam Morrison Band (Southern Rock). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Crown Vally Community Park Amphitheater, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway. Information: (949) 425-5100 or www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Travis Wheeland (Guitar). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

TUSTIN - LIVE AT THE DISTRICT STAGE PERFORMANCES. The District at Tustin Legacy presents Live @ the District Stage on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 - 9 p.m. Bands are primarily local Orange County ska and rock bands. See names/times on site. The District at Tustin Legacy is located near the intersection of Jamboree and Barranca. Information: (714) 259-1046 or www.thedistricttl.com.

The photograph on the left, courtesy of Senior Ranger Vicky Malton, was taken just after the fire in November 2007. It shows an ash-covered trail in the Sleepy Hollow area of Whiting Ranch seemingly devoid of signs of life. Now, that same area (shown on the right) has begun to spring back to life, as have the other wilderness areas.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Sway (Contemporary Country). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

CYPRESS - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Cypress Pops Orchestra: "A La Carte." Performance begins at 6 p.m. on the Cypress Civic Center Green, 5275 Orange at Grindlay. Information: (714) 229-6780 or www.ci.cypress.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Michael Forbes Explosion (Rock/Jazz Fusion). Performance is from 6 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Jaipur Kawa Brass Band (Indian/Bollywood). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LA PALMA - ROCKIN' THROUGH THE DECADES CONCERT SERIES. Oreo Divas (Motown) plus National Night Out. Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Saturdays in Central Park, Walker Avenue between Orangethorpe and La Palma. Information: (714) 690-3350 or www.cityoflapalma.org

LAGUNA HILLS - SIMON DTOUR LIVE AT THE LAGUNA HILLS MALL. The 2008 Simon dTOUR Live arrives at the Laguna Hills Mall from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. on August 9. The event will include performances by the bands A Cursive Memory and Kate Voegele as well as prizes, games, a chance to meet the bands and more. Information: www.simondtour.com, or go to www.simon.com and click the link for Laguna Hills Mall and "@ Your Mall Now."

MISSION VIEJO - MISSION VIEJO CULTURAL ARTS PROGRAM SUMMER CONCERT. Bones West Brass Choir. All of the players are volunteers, united in their love for the trombone and playing good music in the ensemble of a trombone choir. Bones West is a chapter of the International Trombone Association. Performance is at 6 p.m. in the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way. Information: (949) 470-3062, (949) 470-8440 or www.cityofmissionviejo.org.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Adam's Attic (Powerpop/Rock). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

SANTA ANA - MADISON PARK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION WALK-A-THON, RESOURCE FAIR AND CONCERT. The 9 a.m. Walk-A-Thon at Madison Park will be followed from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. by a resource fair and concert. Call for further information. Information: (714) 571-4200 or www.santa-ana.org.

SANTA ANA - ECLECTIC COMPANY EXPERIMENTAL MUSIC SERIES. Monthly experimental music concerts. Tonight's performances by Apeyga, Bank Holiday and Fuji Minx. Performances begin at 8 p.m. at the Orange County Center for Contemporary Art, 117 North Sycamore. Information: (714) 667-1517, www.theeclecticcompany.com or www.occca.org.

STANTON - STANTON SUMMERFEST '08. Festival will take place August 9 from 4 - 8 p.m. at Stanton Park at the Stanton Civic Center on Katella. Event will include a performance by the band "Sangria." Also games, food vendors and more. See website for full details. Information: (714) 379-9222 x270 or www.ci.stanton.ca.us.

SUNDAY AUGUST 10

ALISO VIEJO - CITY OF ALISO VIEJO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Answer (Classic Rock). Concerts are from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Park Amphitheater at Town Center. Information: (949) 425-2500, www.avca.net or www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Jazzy Boy Jeff (Classic Acoustic Rock). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

COSTA MESA - THE CAMP'S FARM AND ART MARKET. - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com.

DANA POINT - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Hot August Night (Neil Diamond Tribute). The concert is from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capo Beach. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Tom Kubis and the Golden West Jazz Orchestra. Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the Huntington Beach main library. Information: (714) 402-7158, www.hbconcertband.org, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - PIER PLAZA SUMMER SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES. Iliana Rose (Salsa/Cuban Pop-Rock). Concerts take place from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Pier Plaza Amphitheater at the Huntington Beach Pier, Main/Pacific Coast Highway. Information: (714) 536-5486, www.huntington-beach.ca.us or www.surfcity-hb.org.

IRVINE - SIZZLIN' SUMMER SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. Reno Jones (Blues/R&B). Concerts will take place beginning at 6 p.m. at Woodbridge Community Park, Alton Parkway/Lake. Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Travis Wheeland (Acoustic). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

ORANGE - SIMON DTOUR LIVE AT THE BLOCK AT ORANGE. The 2008 Simon dTOUR Live arrives at the Block at Orange from noon - 6 p.m. on August 10. The event will include performances by the band The Plain White Ts as well as prizes, games, a chance to meet the band and more. The Block is located on City Drive near State College/Chapman Ave. Information: www.simondtour.com, or go to www.simon.com and click the link for The Block at Orange and "@ Your Mall Now."

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Funkomatics (Disco). Concerts are Sundays from 6 - 8 p.m. at Central Park, 30842 La Miranda at the Civic Center. Information: (949) 635-1800 x6401 or http://www.cityofrsm.org

SAN CLEMENTE - SAN CLEMENTE FIESTA STREET FESTIVAL. The annual festival will take place from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Avenida Del Mar. There will be three stages of music/entertainment, food/game booths, contests, exhibits, a classic car and Harley show, arts and crafts fair and more. Information: (949) 492-1131 or www.scchamber.com.

YORBA LINDA - YORBA LINDA SUMMER PARK CONCERTS. The Fenians (Irish). Concerts are on Sundays from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Avenue (Casa Loma/Imperial Highway). Information: (714) 961-7160 or www.yorba-linda.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Laguna Beach Community Concert Band. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and concert begins at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org.

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MONDAY AUGUST 11

There are no performances scheduled on this date.

TUESDAY AUGUST 12

COSTA MESA - COSTA MESA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Hodads (Surf/Beach). Concerts are from 6:15 - 7:45 p.m. at Fairview Park, 2525 Placentia Avenue. Information: (714) 754-5300 or www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Event is from 5 - 9 p.m. on Main Street (between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue). There will be street entertainers/live performances, an organic farmers market, food booths, activities for children, sidewalk sales by area merchants and more. Free parking for two hours in the Main Promenade parking structure between 4 and 8:30 p.m. Information: (714) 841-3034 or www.hbdowntown.com.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 13

BREA - BREA CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Perfect Gentlemen (A Cappella). The Brea concerts are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard. Information: (714) 990-7124, (714) 990-7100 or www.cityofbrea.net.

BUENA PARK - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Scot Bruce (Tribute to Elvis). Concerts for the second half of the summer are from 7 - 9 p.m. at Buena Park Downtown (8308 On The Mall, La Palma Between Dale and Stanton). Information: (714) 503-5000, (714) 236-3860, www.buenaparkdowntown.com, or www.buenaparkfinearts.com.

FULLERTON - FULLERTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Frankie Moreno Band (Alt. Rock). Concerts take place Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Fullerton Sports Complex, 560 E. Silver Pine (off Bastanchury between Harbor and Brea Boulevards). Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com.

NEWPORT BEACH - FASHION ISLAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Ricci Martin (Dean Martin/Rat Pack). Concerts are at 7 p.m. outside in the courtyard near Bloomingdales. Seating is provided, and the general seating area opens at 5 p.m. Information: (949) 721-2000 or www.shopfashionisland.com.

ORANGE - SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK 2008. The Fenians (Irish). Concerts are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Hart Park Band Shell, 701 South Glassell Street near the 22 Freeway. Information: (714) 744-7278, (714) 744-7274 or www.cityoforange.org.

SEAL BEACH - SEAL BEACH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Elm Street Band (Classic Rock). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 8 p.m. in Eisenhower Park next to the Seal Beach Pier. Information: (562) 799-0179 or www.sealbeachchamber.org.

TUSTIN - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Answer (Classic Rock). Concerts are from 6 - 8 p.m. at Peppertree Park, 230 West First Street. Information: (714) 573-3326 or www.tustinca.org.

Blackened trees like the coastal live oaks pictured on the left might appear to be dead, but they are not. New branches and leaves, pictured on the right, spring from the charred branches. Many trees in the area already have a substantial canopy of new growth.

THURSDAY AUGUST 14

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. High Hopes (Variety). All concerts are from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim. Farmers Market hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Boulevard). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com

FULLERTON - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Dog Days of Summer with DJ Munish (No live band tonight). Live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, fresh produce, beer and wine garden, kids' rides and more. Market is on Wilshire Avenue between Harbor Boulevard and Pomona. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/museum.

GARDEN GROVE - GARDEN GROVE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Broken Arrow (Country). Concerts take place Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Eastgate Park, 12001 St. Mark Street (off Valley View). Information: (714) 741-5280, www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us or www.ggcf.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Stellar (R&B/Motown). Performance is from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

PLACENTIA - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Skinny Little Twits (60s-80s/Originals). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer (south of Imperial). Information: (714) 993-8232 or www.placentia.org.

WESTMINSTER - WESTMINSTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Gospel Night with community groups. Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Westminster Civic Center sunken gardens, 8200 Westminster Boulevard. Information: (714) 895-2860 or www.ci.westminster.ca.us.

FRIDAY AUGUST 15

ANAHEIM - RUMBLE AND ROCK ON THE PARTY BLOCK IN DOWNTOWN ANAHEIM. The thunder of motorcycles and classic cars will fill the streets of Downtown Anaheim every third Friday of the month from 4 - 10 p.m. through October. Party block events include live rock music, street vendors, food booths, dancing in the street, opportunity drawings and more. Tonight's bands: Big Jim Caver from 5 - 7:15 p.m. and Chris Bell 100% Blues from 7:45 - 10 p.m. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Pink Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the Los Angeles Breast Cancer Alliance and the Rape Abuse and Incest National Network. Activities take place in Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

BREA - BREAFEST: A TASTE OF THE ARTS. The annual celebration of the arts will take place from 6:30 - 10 p.m. at the Brea Civic and Cultural Center, Birch/Randolph, and on Randolph Street. There will be tastings from over 30 area restaurants (fee), a variety of musical entertainment, art exhibition in the Gallery, theater performances and children's activities and performances. Admission and entertainment are free. Information: (714) 990-7771 or www.cityofbrea.net

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Blues Racket (Pop/R&B/Dance). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Elvis Tribute. Performance is from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Mike McCaffrey (Piano Trio/Rat Pack). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Jill Marie (Pop/Soul/R&B). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

TUSTIN - LIVE AT THE DISTRICT STAGE PERFORMANCES. The District at Tustin Legacy presents Live @ the District Stage on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 - 9 p.m. Bands are primarily local Orange County ska and rock bands. See names/times on site. The District at Tustin Legacy is located near the intersection of Jamboree and Barranca. Information: (714) 259-1046 or www.thedistricttl.com.

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SATURDAY AUGUST 16

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. David Allen Baker (Classic Acoustic Rock). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

CYPRESS - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Instant Replay (Pop Through the Decades). Performance begins at 6 p.m. on the Cypress Civic Center Green, 5275 Orange at Grindlay. Information: (714) 229-6780 or www.ci.cypress.ca.us

GARDEN GROVE - GARDEN GROVE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AND FIREWORKS SHOW. The Garden Grove Community Foundation is celebrating its 10th Anniversary with an event taking place from 4 - 9 p.m. at Garden Grove Park, 9301 Westminster Avenue. Schedule of events includes free games and activities from 4 - 9 p.m., a show featuring international cultural performances from 5 - 6:30 p.m., and a performance by the Surf City Allstars from 7 - 9 p.m. There will also be food vendors and a fireworks show at 9 p.m. to conclude the festivities. Information: (714) 741-5280 or www.ggcf.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. #9 (Beatles). Performance is from 6 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - TARGET SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES PROGRAM. The Orange County Pacific Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St. Clair, will present a concert at Heritage Park (Walnut/Yale) beginning at 7 p.m. The program will feature light pop and classical tunes, patriotic music and special guest performances. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. there will also be special activities for children including a "musical playground." Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Vagabond Opera (Chanteuse favorites/Cabaret/Klezmer). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LA PALMA - ROCKIN' THROUGH THE DECADES CONCERT SERIES. 50s music (Soulshot or Crashdown). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Saturdays in Central Park, Walker Avenue between Orangethorpe and La Palma. Information: (714) 690-3350 or www.cityoflapalma.org

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Travis Wheeland (Guitar). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

Other native plants and shrubs begin the regenerative process by sprouting from the root crown of the plant. As with this cluster of scrub oaks, this leaves charred branched dancing in a blackened ballet above clumps of green springing from the ground.

SUNDAY AUGUST 17

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Drexx Cannon (R&B/Dance). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

COSTA MESA - THE CAMP'S FARM AND ART MARKET. - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com.

DANA POINT - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Derek Bordeaux Group (R&B/Motown). The concert is from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capo Beach. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Bob DeSena Latin Jazz Ensemble. Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the Huntington Beach main library. Information: (714) 402-7158, www.hbconcertband.org, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - PIER PLAZA SUMMER SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES. Tribal Seeds (Reggae). Concerts take place from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Pier Plaza Amphitheater at the Huntington Beach Pier, Main/Pacific Coast Highway. Information: (714) 536-5486, www.huntington-beach.ca.us or www.surfcity-hb.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURFIN' SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. The Soundwaves and Billy Blastoff and the Surf Rockets. The Surfin' Sundays concert takes place this week from 1 - 4 p.m. in the parking lot behind the Surf Museum, 411 Olive (off Main). Information: (714) 960-3483 or www.surfingmuseum.org.

LAKE FOREST - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Target Symphony in the Cities Program. The Orange County Pacific Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St. Clair, will present a concert at Pittsford Park beginning at 7 p.m. The program will feature light pop and classical tunes, patriotic music and special guest performances. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. there will also be special activities for children including a "musical playground." Pittsford Park is located at 21701 Pittsford Road. Information: (949) 461-3450 or www.lake-forest.ca.us

LOS ALAMITOS - CONCERTS ON THE GREEN. Band in the Park with Knyght Ryder (80s). Event is from 2 - 7 p.m. at Laurel Park, Katella/Bloomfield, and will also include food vendors, inflatable rides for children, a petting zoo, crafts fair and games for the whole family. Information: (562) 430-1073 or www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. TJR (Classic Rock). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

NEWPORT BEACH - CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH SUMMER CONCERTS. Joel Penner Sexter (Jazz). Concert is from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in Eastbluff Park, Vista del Oro at Vista Del Sol. Information: (949) 644-3211 x2156 or www.city.newport-beach.ca.us

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Jumping Jack Flash (Rolling Stones). Concerts are Sundays from 6 - 8 p.m. at Central Park, 30842 La Miranda at the Civic Center. Information: (949) 635-1800 x6401 or http://www.cityofrsm.org

YORBA LINDA - YORBA LINDA SUMMER PARK CONCERTS. The Swing Cats Big Band (Big Band/Swing). Concerts are on Sundays from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Avenue (Casa Loma/Imperial Highway). Information: (714) 961-7160 or www.yorba-linda.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. The Roselle Trio (cello/piano/violin). Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and concert begins at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org.

MONDAY AUGUST 18

There are no performances scheduled on this date.

TUESDAY AUGUST 19

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Event is from 5 - 9 p.m. on Main Street (between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue). There will be street entertainers/live performances, an organic farmers market, food booths, activities for children, sidewalk sales by area merchants and more. Free parking for two hours in the Main Promenade parking structure between 4 and 8:30 p.m. Information: (714) 841-3034 or www.hbdowntown.com.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 20

BREA - BREA CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Hollywood Stones (Rolling Stones). The Brea concerts are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard. Information: (714) 990-7124, (714) 990-7100 or www.cityofbrea.net.

BUENA PARK - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries (Rock and Roll). Concerts for the second half of the summer are from 7 - 9 p.m. at Buena Park Downtown (8308 On The Mall, La Palma Between Dale and Stanton). Information: (714) 503-5000, (714) 236-3860, www.buenaparkdowntown.com, or www.buenaparkfinearts.com.

FULLERTON - FULLERTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. James Intveld (Rockabilly Country). Concerts take place Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Fullerton Sports Complex, 560 E. Silver Pine (off Bastanchury between Harbor and Brea Boulevards). Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com.

NEWPORT BEACH - FASHION ISLAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Marily McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. Concerts are at 7 p.m. outside in the courtyard near Bloomingdales. Seating is provided, and the general seating area opens at 5 p.m. Information: (949) 721-2000 or www.shopfashionisland.com.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - SAN JUAN SUMMER NIGHTS. Doo Wah Riders (Country). Concerts are from 6 - 8:30 p.m. in historic Town Center Park, 31806 El Camino Real. Information: (949) 493-5911 or www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

SEAL BEACH - SEAL BEACH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Eliminators (Surf). Concerts are Wednesdays from 6 - 8 p.m. in Eisenhower Park next to the Seal Beach Pier. Information: (562) 799-0179 or www.sealbeachchamber.org.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 21

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Brian Young (Blues). All concerts are from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim. Farmers Market hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Boulevard). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com

FULLERTON - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Superlark (Rock 'n Roll). Live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, fresh produce, beer and wine garden, kids' rides and more. Market is on Wilshire Avenue between Harbor Boulevard and Pomona. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/museum.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Allan Goodman (Acoustic Rock). Performance is from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

PLACENTIA - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Suave (Latin Jazz/Rock/Salsa/Funk). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer (south of Imperial). Information: (714) 993-8232 or www.placentia.org.

SAN CLEMENTE - SAN CLEMENTE BEACH CONCERT SERIES AT THE SAN CLEMENTE PIER. Natural Incense (Reggae). Concerts take place on the beach north of the San Clemente Pier from 6 p.m. to sunset. Information: (949) 361-8264 or www.san-clemente.org.

Here, one coastal live oak (at left) sits amid a cluster of shrubs with skirts of new branches springing from the ground.

FRIDAY AUGUST 22

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Tim Nienhuis (Classic Acoustic Rock). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Jaguar (Latin Sounds). Performance is from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Johnny Polanco y Conjunto Amistad (Salsa). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LAGUNA NIGUEL - LAGUNA NIGUEL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Tommy Tassi and the Authentics (50s/60s Rock and Roll). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Crown Vally Community Park Amphitheater, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway. Information: (949) 425-5100 or www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Travis Wheeland (Acoustic). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

TUSTIN - LIVE AT THE DISTRICT STAGE PERFORMANCES. The District at Tustin Legacy presents Live @ the District Stage on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 - 9 p.m. Bands are primarily local Orange County ska and rock bands. See names/times on site. The District at Tustin Legacy is located near the intersection of Jamboree and Barranca. Information: (714) 259-1046 or www.thedistricttl.com.

SATURDAY AUGUST 23

ANAHEIM - SWINGIN' ON THE PROMENADE. Downtown Anaheim presents Swingin' on the Promenade, an evening of swing music and dancing with Royal Crown Revue. The event will take place in Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street from 6 - 10 p.m. There will be a free dance lesson from 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. with O.C. Swing, followed by music by Royal Crown Revue. There will also be a 30' x 30' dance floor, plus a beer and wine garden, food vendors and a street fair. Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Unkle Monkey (Tropical Rock), special performance from noon - 3 p.m. Also, Sound FX (Jazz/Pop/Dance) at regular time from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Rockit Scientists (Oldies). Performance is from 6 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Hapa (Contemporary Hawaiian). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

LA PALMA - ROCKIN' THROUGH THE DECADES CONCERT SERIES. Swing Inc. (Big Band/Swing). Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Saturdays in Central Park, Walker Avenue between Orangethorpe and La Palma. Information: (714) 690-3350 or www.cityoflapalma.org

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Mark Latham (Classics). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

SUNDAY AUGUST 24

ALISO VIEJO - CITY OF ALISO VIEJO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Desperado (Eagles Tribute). Concerts are from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Park Amphitheater at Town Center. Information: (949) 425-2500, www.avca.net or www.cityofalisoviejo.com.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. The Dinosaurs (Classic Acoustic Rock). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

COSTA MESA - THE CAMP'S FARM AND ART MARKET. - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com.

DANA POINT - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Jumping Jack Flash (Rolling Stones Tribute). The concert is from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capo Beach. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org.

FULLERTON - ST. ANDREWS MONTHLY CONCERT SERIES. Let the Lady Sing VI. Concerts are held at 4:30 p.m at the Episcopal Church of St. Andrew the Apostle, 1231 E. Chapman Avenue. Information: (714) 870-4350 or www.standrewsfullerton.org

HUNTINGTON BEACH - CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Henebry's 1920s Crazy Rhythm Hot Society Orchestra (Golden Age of Radio). Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the Huntington Beach main library. Information: (714) 402-7158, www.hbconcertband.org, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

IRVINE - SIZZLIN' SUMMER SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. SPRINGSTEEN (Bruce Springsteen Tribute). Concerts will take place beginning at 6 p.m. at Woodbridge Community Park, Alton Parkway/Lake. Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Travis Wheeland (Guitar). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

YORBA LINDA - YORBA LINDA SUMMER PARK CONCERTS. The Answer (Classic Rock). Concerts are on Sundays from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Avenue (Casa Loma/Imperial Highway). Information: (714) 961-7160 or www.yorba-linda.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Baritone Hershel Green (Big Band/Sinatra songs). Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and concert begins at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org.

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MONDAY AUGUST 25

There are no performances scheduled on this date.

TUESDAY AUGUST 26

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Event is from 5 - 9 p.m. on Main Street (between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue). There will be street entertainers/live performances, an organic farmers market, food booths, activities for children, sidewalk sales by area merchants and more. Free parking for two hours in the Main Promenade parking structure between 4 and 8:30 p.m. Information: (714) 841-3034 or www.hbdowntown.com.

Many clusters of burned prickly pear and other plants and trees such as the one pictures at the top of the page will never recover. However, ones which remain alive despite charred exteriors continue to sprout new growth (like these prickly pears).

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 27

BREA - BREA CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Doc Anello and the Swing Machine (Swing). The Brea concerts are Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard. Information: (714) 990-7124, (714) 990-7100 or www.cityofbrea.net.

BUENA PARK - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Apple (Beatles Tribute). Concerts for the second half of the summer are from 7 - 9 p.m. at Buena Park Downtown (8308 On The Mall, La Palma Between Dale and Stanton). Information: (714) 503-5000, (714) 236-3860, www.buenaparkdowntown.com, or www.buenaparkfinearts.com.

THURSDAY AUGUST 28

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. Dennis Alvarez (Acoustic). All concerts are from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim. Farmers Market hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Boulevard). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com

FULLERTON - DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET. TAG (Rock/Local band). Live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, fresh produce, beer and wine garden, kids' rides and more. Market is on Wilshire Avenue between Harbor Boulevard and Pomona. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com/depts/museum.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Person to Person (Surf). Performance is from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

FRIDAY AUGUST 29

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Sibling Rivalry (R&B/Pop). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. Matt Shockley (Pop/Funk/Rock). Performance is from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Big Sandy and his Fly-Rite Boys (Rockabilly/Roots/Western Swing). New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Alicia Grant (Originals/Covers). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

ORANGE - ORANGE INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR. Opening night for the annual three-day International Street Fair is August 29. Four blocks of international food vendors and ongoing entertainment on nine stages. Friday hours are 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. See website for full schedule of events and international "themed" areas. Please note: this event can be extremely crowded and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Information: www.orangestreetfair.org.

TUSTIN - LIVE AT THE DISTRICT STAGE PERFORMANCES. The District at Tustin Legacy presents Live @ the District Stage on Friday and Saturday nights from 8 - 9 p.m. Bands are primarily local Orange County ska and rock bands. See names/times on site. The District at Tustin Legacy is located near the intersection of Jamboree and Barranca. Information: (714) 259-1046 or www.thedistricttl.com.

SATURDAY AUGUST 30

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Shades of Blue (Diverse Blues). Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

CYPRESS - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Alley Cats (Doo Wop). Performance begins at 6 p.m. on the Cypress Civic Center Green, 5275 Orange at Grindlay. Information: (714) 229-6780 or www.ci.cypress.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - BELLA TERRA PERFORMANCES. The Eliminators (Surf). Performance is from 6 - 9 p.m. in the Bella Terra Amphitheater outside the movie theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

IRVINE - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTIES AND SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE GREAT PARK. Artists TBA. New Series! Beginning August 2 the Great Park in Irvine will feature live concerts on Saturday evenings and dance pavilions every Friday night through September. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Also free balloon rides at the Great Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 - 10 p.m. (Balloon is tethered to the ground and flights are subject to wind and weather conditions). Information: (949) 724-7420, www.ocgp.org or www.greatparkneighborhoods.com.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Samantha Lane. Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

ORANGE - ORANGE INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR. Opening night for the annual three-day International Street Fair is August 29. Four blocks of international food vendors and ongoing entertainment on nine stages. Friday hours are 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. See website for full schedule of events and international "themed" areas. Please note: this event can be extremely crowded and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Information: www.orangestreetfair.org.

A fire like the Santiago Fire generally burns through the area once every 20 - 70 years. By some estimates it will take 10 - 25 years for the park to reach its pre-fire state. However, even now the scenery has begun to return to a more normal state. Blackened branches and dead plant life remain, but a gradually greening live landscape is returning, along with area wildlife. There is a chance that the park will re-open to the soon. In the interim, please respect the wilderness and stay out of the burned areas. For further information and the most recent park updates, visit www.ocparks.com.

PARK UPDATE AS OF AUGUST 1: THE PARKS ARE NOW OPEN! FOR FULL UPDATES AND INFORMATION, VISIT THE OC PARKS WEBSITE BY CLICKING THE LINK ABOVE!

SUNDAY AUGUST 31

COSTA MESA - THE CAMP'S FARM AND ART MARKET. - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS. Mike Henebry Orchestra (Big Band). Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the Huntington Beach main library. Information: (714) 402-7158, www.hbconcertband.org, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURFIN' SUNDAYS CONCERT SERIES. The Breakaways and The Sand Devils. The Surfin' Sundays concert takes place this week from 1 - 4 p.m. in the parking lot behind the Surf Museum, 411 Olive (off Main). Information: (714) 960-3483 or www.surfingmuseum.org.

MISSION VIEJO - CONCERTS AT KALEIDOSCOPE. Michelle Vreeland (Folk/Pop/Rock). Outdoor performances are (generally) from 7 - 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays at the Kaleidoscope Center, 27741 Crown Valley Parkway (just off the 5 Freeway). Information: (714) 241-1550 or www.shopkaleidoscope.com.

ORANGE - ORANGE INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR. Opening night for the annual three-day International Street Fair is August 29. Four blocks of international food vendors and ongoing entertainment on nine stages. Friday hours are 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. See website for full schedule of events and international "themed" areas. Please note: this event can be extremely crowded and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Information: www.orangestreetfair.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Labor Day celebration presented by concert guitarist Lee Zimmer. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. and concert begins at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org.

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