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Thursday, January 06, 2011

Happy New Year Huntington Beach locals!

Happy New Year Huntington Beach locals. Here's to wishing you the very best for 2011. Hopefully it will be a great year for all of us.

So, let me ask you this, are you ready to break the New Year's resolution yet? I mean the one on cutting back food intake! Well, here is your chance. Tommy Pastrami is holding a pastrami eating contest! Here is the excerpt from their press release:

Tommy Pastrami New York Delicatessen is excited to announce the first promotion of its kind; a "Pastrami Eating" Competition.
The eight, fastest contestants at each store will "face-off" with one another on National Pastrami Day, January 14, 2011.
The top two finalist of each store will receive a Tommy Pastrami gift certificate; (Second Place $25.00 and First Place $50.00) and move forward to compete in the Tommy Pastrami Tri County Pastrami Competition. The event will be held in Huntington Beach, at Tommy Pastrami New York Delicatessen (18001 Beach Blvd) on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 1 pm.
The twelve final contestants will compete to devour Tommy Pastrami New York Delicatessen's "Biggest Pastrami Sandwich" within thirty minutes. The person who eats the entire sandwich in the fastest time period will receive $500.00 and the bragging rights for the entire 2011 year.
Come out and help us celebrate. We invite everyone to attend The First Official Tommy Pastrami New York Delicatessen "Pastrami Wars."
Are you up to the challenge? Contact your local store for the details.

How yummy is that? And tummy filling too! Call our local location for more info: (714) 848-4567.


Have you ever been to the Huntington Beach Playhouse for one of their many wonderful shows? Make sure to make 2011 be the year you get over to Central Library (7111 Talbert Ave) to see a show. For those of you who are regulars, did you know about their new Wednesday night specials? Check out their site, www.hbph.com , for the schedule. They have some great shows coming up, starting next week, including the Shenanigans comedy sketches & skits, Corporate Recess Players Improv, Meledramadness, and more. Dates and times are on their website, plus all the info about the rest of the plays coming up this season.
Again, all the best for a successful New Year

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Happy Holidays from TheLocalHB

Are you all set for the holidays? Can you believe they are already upon us? Where oh where did the year go??

Need a couple last minute shopping ideas? Got a few for you:
Holidays are full of parties.... why not pay Mr. Kegs a visit? Located at 5914 Warner Ave. (at Springdale, phone: 714-861-7270). After all, they are known as the party people! What better way to celebrate the season than give the gift of booze!! They are considered a unique and full service provider of beer, wine and spirits and can make any gift giving a success. They carry the largest selection of craft beers in town by the way. They also offer custom gift baskets (and that is year round!). And if it is your holiday party that is still in some need of help, you can pick up that "help yourself" kegerator or take advantage of their full service bar experience.

Other gift ideas: Absolutely Fabulous (6026 Warner Ave / 714-842-1608) for the most unique gift items you can find anywhere - they were just written up in the paper for the awards they've received lately!

Give a gift of car maintenance from Francisco's Auto Repair (7662 Slater Ave. / 714-375-2661). Swing by and pick up a gift certificate for an oil change, or any kind of maintenance loved one's car might need!

If that car is not worth fixing, how about giving a nice "big ticket" item.....a new car!!! And you know who to go to for that don't you? Fox Auto is the only one. Why go to a dealer when you can save so much time (and often money) by going to a broker. It is the only way to purchase a car. Our last 4 vehicles are all broker bought! Give WC Fox a call, 714-846-7599 and talk to him about how he can help you.

All kinds of other savings can be found on the Surf City Savings Discount Program website. Many local Huntington Beach businesses have offers on the site including some of the new ones: Cross Fit Training (give the gift of getting in shape); Five Star Pool Management (what better gift than not having to take care of your own pool); Sandyle Kids & Baby Boutique (lots of gifts to choose from for the youngsters); American Nails (pick up a gift certificate for a manicure/pedicure); Affinity Jewelers (who doesn't like the gift of jewelry); Endless Food and Fun (certificates for food & fun with them,,, including their yummy buffet and laser tag). There are so many merchants on the site, take a look and see who can fill your needs: www.SurfCitySavings.com

There still is fun to be had downtown this xmas weekend, including having your photo taken with the Surfing Santa and enjoying the snow on Main during the afternoon & evening. Over on the Strand, there is ice skating available. Get out there and have some fun. Details of days & times can be found on the calendar section of TheLocalHB . Hopefully we'll have some dry days this week/weekend.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all the supporters of TheLocalHB website. It is always appreciated. I love Huntington Beach and am all about the locals. If ever I can help or answer questions, just give a holler.

Wishing everyone the best for the holidays and may 2011 be a great year!



Thursday, December 09, 2010

Special Monday Night Football at Centerfield in Huntington Beach

Centerfield Sports Bar, 17296 Beach Blvd. in Huntington Beach, will honor the late football great and broadcaster Don Meredith during Monday Night Football December 13.

A favorite beer of Meredith, who passed away December 6, was Pabst Blue Ribbon. There will be a PBR pint special for only $1.95. Additionally, There will be other drink and food specials, including $1.00 tacos.

During the Monday Night Football halftime, a YOUTUBE video will play as part of the tribute to the legendary football star and former Monday Night Football host, who died at the age of 72. “He will be missed,” said Paul Hamilton, owner of Centerfield.

For further information, contact Michelle Hamilton at Centerfield: 714. 848.0113. www.centerfieldsportsbar.com

Monday, December 06, 2010

Our very own Huntington Beach Absolutely Fabulous is named a top U.S. ‘Gifted Retailer’

(posted by Jan Norman, small-business columnist, December 4th, 2010, 4:00 am · 9 Comments)
Absolutely Fabulous — yes that really is the name of the shop — has been named one of the top three “visual merchandisers” in the nation by Gifts and Decorative Accessories magazine. For those of you unfamiliar with retail lingo, that means the Huntington Beach gift shop is one of those places that always looks and feels great for shoppers. Absolutely Fabulous owner Diane Silverstein, right, with store designer Brett Richardson Now, on top of that award, Absolutely Fabulous is one of 25 retailers nationwide, and the only one in California, featured in the magazine’s November “25 Gifted Retailers” edition.

Owner Diane Silverstein says she entered the publication’s annual contest in April and was notified by Facebook that her shop was a winner. “We went to New York in August to get the award…but I didn’t know anything about the ‘Gifted Retailers’ (spread) until I got the magazine in the mail.
“This is more special to me because it takes everyone in the store working as a team to pull it off,” she adds. Silverstein credits the shop’s great looks, in part, to an August expansion into the adjacent shop that has not only given Absolutely Fabulous more room to merchandize, from 1,100 square feet to 2,700 square feet, but an easier-to-find front door. “The added window space has brought in so many new, wonderful people,” she says.

Store designer Brett Richardson “has an innate ability to transfer his and our personalities onto the floor of our store. We carry so much product, that he has the constant struggle of getting the stuff out without cluttering the store. And obviously, he’s doing a great job,” Silverstein says. Not many small businesses have been expanding in the recession and slow recovery, but Silverstein says, “It has made a huge difference because what makes people come in are the visual delights they see in the window. It’s like New York City 20 years ago.”

Silverstein, born in England, was a nurse specializing in spinal cord injuries for 20 years until she hurt her own back and had three surgeries. She didn’t work for eight years. In 2006 she drove past the Warner Avenue and Springdale Street intersection, saw a “for lease” sign and decided to open a gift and decor shop. “I don’t buy things you can find in other retailers within a certain geographic area,” she says. “Everyone carries Russ cuddly toys; I do Bearington (bears). We have a price point of $5 up to $8,000 so everyone can find something in their price range. And it’s all displayed beautifully.”

Absolutely Fabulous hosts art nights every few months to raise money for children’s charities and Silverstein serves champagne every afternoon. She also comes up with fun events. Currently the shop has an “ugly sweater” contest until Dec. 10. The winner will receive a $50 store gift certificate.

Friday, December 03, 2010

new additions to the Surf City Savings Discount Program in Huntington Beach

Hi all, It's been pretty busy for the Surf City Savings Discount Program - merchants have been anxious to sign up. Since the last notification of current sign-ups, we now have with us:
Hyatt Regency down on PCH - special discounted good neighbor rate (get those pesky family members from out of town out of your house and into a hotel!)
Caffe Gazelle - discount on bill or free desert (why cook when you can eat out!)
Burtucci's New York Pizza - 4 different specials offered (again, why cook!)
Wire-A-Cake.com - get a discount when you call in your order (why send flowers when you can send a cake to a loved one!)
Cross Fit School of Elite Fitness - complimentary introductory session (don't wait til a New Year's resolution to get in shape, start now!)
Five Star Pool Management - discount on monthly service (keep that pool sparkling, why mess with it yourself!)
Sandyle Kids & Baby Boutique - discount on purchase (do your holiday shopping for the kiddies, plus they have free Santa photos this month!)
American Nails & Spa - discounts on all their services (they do a great job on your nails...I should know, it's where I go!)
Affinity & Co Jewelers - discount on purchase (can't go wrong with your holiday shopping here, beautiful jewelry!)
Endless Food & Fun - free lazer tag (when you're done with all that shopping, treat yourself to some fun!)

Of course there are MANY more great discounts to be had in the Surf City Savings Discount Program, you should visit the site and check them out - take advantage of all the savings for your holiday needs!

Happy Holidays to all,

Wednesday, December 01, 2010

Mr. Kegs in Huntington Beach: did you know.....


Did you know Mr. Kegs are the Party People! They have it all, they do it all! Mr. Kegs is a unique and full service provider of beer, wine and spirits to enhance any celebration or gathering. They carry the largest selection of craft beers in town. Whether you are looking for that "help yourself" kegerator or a full service bar experience, Mr. Kegs can meet your needs. In addition, they offer custom gift baskets year round. They specialize in private and corporate event planning. And to make it even easier on you - THEY DELIVER! Mr. Kegs is located at 5914 Warner Ave. at Springdale in Huntington Beach. Give them a call: 714-861-7270

Happy Post Thanksgiving Huntington Beach

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! I can't believe we are full on in to the holiday season….
So, what do we have on the agenda for the rest of this week? I'm glad you asked, here are some highlights (hopefully I didn't leave out any pertinent info this time!):


Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:30pm is the Toys for Joy Holiday Mixer at Old World Festival Hall (7561 Center Ave). This is hosted by the Sand Dollars (formerly the Women of Action) and the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce. The admission is an unwrapped toy appropriate for a child 3-15 and includes buffet, raffle prizes, entertainment. There will also be a gift auction. Proceeds to benefit Project Self-Sufficiency, the Huntington Beach Therapeutic Riding Center and Alzheimer's Family Services Center

This weekend, Friday, Saturday & Sunday is the highly anticipated Grand Opening Extravaganza for Endless Food & Fun at 7227 Edinger Ave. $40 a person on any of those days will get you an all day unlimited pass including and endless buffet, arcade, lazer tag, entertainment and more!! Space is limited so reserve your spot now at www.endlessfoodandfun.com . Endless Food & Fun is a one stop destination for great food and great fun. You will find Delicioso!, a full service restaurant, the famous endless buffet, themed dining rooms and party rooms (for those special events), of course the lazer tag and arcade, redemption store and of course, more fun than you can handle. Pay them a visit, they are officially open to the public this Friday. Call them for the hours or questions: 714-846-7533

This weekend is downtowns official kick off for the holiday season with Saturday being the “Miracle on Main Street” Tree Lighting Ceremony on the 200 block of Main, from 5-6:30pm. There will be musical entertainment, free hot chocolate, cookies, popcorn & candy canes for all, as well as the arrival of Santa Claus!

On Sunday, the HB Youth Shelter is hosting the annual Light a Light of Love at the Pier. This event is the largest fundraiser for the shelter. Come out and show some support. It's a day full of holiday festivities starting at The Strand (about 1pm), beginning with a Holiday Bazaar and Holiday Dog Costume Contest. Other activities include a Children's Holiday Parade which will be on at Main Street (4:30pm), Surf City Santa photo ops at Pier Plaza, performances by Beach City Big Band, local High School Groups and bands (throughout day/evening), followed by the finale of the Pier and Main Street Snowflake Lighting (6pm). Businesses will offer special discounts and sales on from 3:00 to 7:00 pm - a percentage of proceeds will be donated to the Youth Shelter. For more information contact the CSP Youth Shelter at 714.842.6608.

Lastly, speaking of shelters, our own animal shelter on Newland (just north of PCH) is in desperate need of some holiday love for the dogs with these cold nights they have been having. Their wish list includes space heaters and bedding. Please consider dropping by something to help out these cold dogs. I just dropped off several blankets and beach towels that I no longer needed. The heaters are REALLY needed. Another idea - adopt a dog or cat to take home to share your life! Thank you for keeping these poor souls in your hearts - my two adopted dogs have provided more love than I could have imagined

Sunday, November 21, 2010

the rain is supposed to stop by 9am...the Holiday Boutique at Old World today (11-4) is still on. come on out and do early holiday shopping. www.relayforlife.org/huntingtonbeachca under active fundraisers has all the info!

Friday, November 19, 2010

Ready for a Soggy Weekend in Huntington Beach?

Looks like a wet weekend ahead for Huntington Beach! But that shouldn't keep you from getting out there and enjoying what is going on! Of course the biggie this weekend, rain or shine, is the Holiday Boutique at Old World Festival Hall, 7561 Center Ave, 11am-4pm. This is a benefit for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life and all the vendors present will be donating a portion of their profits of the day to the Relay here in Huntington Beach (which will be next May 21/22) to help with the fight against cancer. Come on out, don't be afraid of a little wetness and show some support, do some shopping, get some of your gift shopping out of the way. The list of vendors can be found at www.relayforlife.org/huntingtonbeachca on the Active Fundraisers link. You can help us out by forwarding on the info to everyone on your own list, or how about going to the Relay Facebook page and LIKE us: www.facebook.com/relayforlifehb . Thanks much!! Speaking of Facebook, pay a visit to ours: www.facebook.com/thelocalhb . Friend me up! :-)

Thanksgiving is next week…can hardly believe it. And with that, Christmas is right around the corner. Want to look good for the holidays? One top notch place in town to visit is The Spa at the Image Center , 7801 Center Ave. Reach them at 714-230-2440. They offer the finest in Day Spa and Med Spa services. Beyond ordinary day spas & med spas.... they have extraordinary spa treatments, medical skin therapies and image enhancement options. Go in to rejuvenate your skin, refresh your body, renew your confidence, smile without reservations and stand out from the crowd! Their site, www.imagecenter.info has a description of all they have to offer (they are also part of the Surf City Savings Discount Program - check out their specials)

Once your face & body are looking top notch, get that mop on top of your head looking good. Just down the street from the Image Center is The Upstairs Salon , located in Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave. #45 (ph: 714-897-5307, www.theupstairssalon.com ). Making you look & feel your best is their business! Custom colors & weaves, designer cuts, nails, eyelash perming, permanent hair removal, permanent make-up, brow & lash tinting, waxing, facials, chemical peels, hot oil & paraffin dips, spa pedicures. Truly a full service salon! Who could ask for more.

Now get out there and look pretty or handsome as the case may be.

Thursday, November 04, 2010

new post on TheLocalHB blog. early holiday shopping suggestions. blog post at: www.thelocalhb.blogspot.com

ready for some holiday shopping in Huntington Beach?

With the holidays right around the corner it is time for some shopping updates. First we have some new additions to the City Savings Program. Recently joined: Seventh Chakra Yoga; ABC Painting & Wall Covering, Home Run Media Group printing, The Mailbox Center, Pageantry World Flags, All Star Garage Door, Pacific One Lending, Caffe Gazelle Italian Restaurant, Burtucci's New York Pizza, Wire-A-Cake.com and the Hyatt down on PCH. To view these new offers plus all the others that are on the site, make sure to visit www.SurfCitySavings.com . Please visit the merchants in the program and use their services, it is a great way to help support our local businesses - keep our spending dollars local. Also, stay tuned for news about SCS joining the social media scene. I'll let you know what that is all up and ready….now go out and spend some money with HB businesses!

Oh, by the way, while you are out there spending, a couple of the places you need to make sure to hit up are:
Absolutely Fabulous (6026 Warner Ave at Springdale, south of Warner, 714.842.1608). By November 6th, their store will be back to full operating status (they have been moving in the fall and holiday stuff!). They have some great holiday gifts and decorations going in, stuff you'll definitely want to check out. Also, you don't want to miss their fabulous window scenes!! I check them out every time I drive by. They are also offering a FREE GIFT for all purchases over $25, while supplies last, and make sure to check out their discount on Surf City Savings. A fun thing they also have going on: an UGLY SWEATER CONTEST running from Friday, December 3rd until Friday, December 10th. The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to Absolutely Fabulous! Certainly worth a visit, wouldn't you say?

For some more holiday shopping/spending, mark your calendar for Nov 21. 11am-4pm will be a holiday boutique at Old World Festival Hall, 7561 Center ave. 50+ vendors will be displaying their wares, including jewelry, clothing, baby items, health care products, holiday items and much more. And what makes this even better is the vendors are going to be donating a portion of their profit of the day to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. How cool is that? do your holiday shopping knowing you are giving back to charity at the same time. For more info and a list of participating vendors, go to www.RelayForLife.org/HuntingtonBeachCA . on the left of the page is a link for Active Fundraisers - that is where you'll find the info.

And finally this weekend (among other events you'll find on TheLocalHB Calendar) is the OC Chocolate Festival this Friday night and all day Saturday. Bring your family, your date and your taste buds. the Festival is sponsored by Fountain Valley Living Magazine and the city of Fountain Valley. 100 exhibitors will be featuring the finest chocolates, wine tastings, demonstrations, speakers, live jazz, gift shopping. Yes, it is more opportunity to shop!! For times, info and tickets: www.occhocolate festival.com or 714-847-7714

Wednesday, November 03, 2010

Looking to do some early holiday shopping? 11/21 at Old World, 7561 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, 11am-2pm. Holiday Boutiqe. 50+ vendors, selling their stuff and donating money to the ACS Relay for Life.

new additions to the Huntington Beach Surf City Savings Discount Program

Time for some updates to the Surf City Savings Discount Program here in Huntington Beach. We have some good ones who have recently joined up and her is their info:

Seventh Chakra Yoga - 10 days of yoga for $20
ABC Painting & Wall Covering - 10% off all services for HB residents, plus additional 10% off for senior citizens
Home Run Media Group - 20% off your printing order for decals, magnets, newsletters, brochure
The Mailbox Center (on Edinger) - $2 off or free box for any UPS/FedEx shipment or 15% off express international shipping
Pageantry World - 10% off any American flag
All Star Garage Door - free wireless/keyless entry with door or motor purchase
Pacific One Lending - free appraisal upon closing of escrow for any lending or free home protection warranty on any purchase at the close of escrow.

To view these offers plus all the others that are on the site, make sure to visit www.SurfCitySavings.com . Within the last week, we even have an additional 4 merchants signed up, but you will have to visit the site to find them…. Of course I will tell you who they are (plus any new ones) in the next email. Got to tease you a bit :-)

Please visit the merchants in the program and use their services, it is a great way to help support our local businesses - keep our spending dollars local. Also, stay tuned for news about SCS joining the social media scene. I'll let you know what that is all up and ready….now go out and spend some money with HB businesses!

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Halloween Fun in Huntington Beach

Halloween in Huntington Beach!!

Around town there are plenty of things you can do with the kiddies this weekend including the Halloween costume contest at Bella Terra on Saturday: Prizes will be awarded for ages 3 and under, 4-6 years and 7-14 years. Registration will begin at 11:30 AM at the Bella Terra Amphitheater with final judging starting at 1:00 PM. On Sunday you can take the kids over to the Equestrian Center for their Halloween parade & costume contest: No horse necessary! Collect candy, win prizes and share in some delicious food at the potluck in the Red Horse Barn from 2pm to 5pm. Be sure to bring your favorite dish for the potluck! 714-848-6565 or www.hcpec.com for more info. When you are done there, head on down to Main Street downtown for the annual Trick or Treat on Main: A fun evening for children and families with trick or treating booths, a moon bounce, petting zoo, Ferris wheel, pumpkin carving, costume contests and more. Also, feel free to dress up your dog and bring them along, as this event is pet friendly! Activities will run from 5pm to 8pm. You will also find shopping centers around town offer trick or treating for the youngsters, just keep your eyes open while driving around town, you are sure to spot the signs.

If you want to get in some adult action, on this Friday night it is not too late to get in on the fun at the Annual Halloween BOO ! thrown by yours truly. It is held in Long Beach, but a lot of HB folks are coming over for it. (hopefully one of my HB locals will have an idea for a location in HB or closer to home for next year!). it is 250+ people. 21+ please, and of course everyone will be in costume. Live band & DJ, food, tarot cards, etc. If your name is on the list at the door, it will still be $20 (otherwise $25 at door). If you'd like to come, email me your name. If you'd like to pay in advance, the link for that plus the address of the event can be found at: www.TheLocalCoast.com . See some of you there.

This weekend is also your last chance to get in some Oktoberfest fun at Old World. Enjoy their Oompah band, beer drinking contests, shot girls, chicken dance, great beer, food & more. Even the Dachshund races on Sunday. For more info: www.oldworld.ws . Don't forget to check the calendar on TheLocalHB to see what other types of events are going on this weekend.

Have you visited www.SurfCitySavings.com lately to see who is new to the discount program? Since the last announcement about them, they've added Seventh Chakra Yoga, ABC Painting, Homerun Media Group, The Mailbox Center, Pageantry World Flags and All Star Garage Door. A couple more are being added shortly, visit the site often. Use the discounts, support our local businesses!!

Hope everyone has a scary good Halloween weekend.

Monday, October 18, 2010

New Private School in Huntington Beach

Come learn more about a new private school coming to Huntington Beach this December. At Fusion Academy each class is taught one to one – one teacher to one student. This accredited school offers 6th -12th graders a completely individualized education program and flexible schedule. Fusion students can take a full course load or just one class for credit, which can transfer over to another school. Fusion Academy Huntington Beach is enrolling now. So please stop by for one of their information sessions or contact Amy Rocha for more details: arocha@fusionacademy.com, (866) 311-7495, http://www.fusionhuntingtonbeach.com.

Friday, October 15, 2010

good events for your business to participate in or just attend

There is an event coming up in November put on by the city of Huntington Beach you might want to take advantage of if you are a business located in our city!! It is the 2nd Annual Mall at City Hall ! Last year, it was a success for both businesses and our City Employees! This event will provide the opportunity for your store to promote the sale of gift cards, merchandise, services, samples, coupons, and Black Friday promotions. Its free to exhibit and a table and chairs will be provided. This year’s event is Thursday, November 18 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the lower level at City Hall. Here is an an application form you can fill out for their records: http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/thelocalhb/mallatcityhall , you can email it back to Trishia.Pascobillo@surfcity-hb.org or fax to 714-375-5087. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Trishia via email or telephone: 714-536-5582.

Also in November, on the 21st, there will be a holiday boutique at Old World that is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Any vendor who has something they'd like to sell is welcome to participate. Vendor space is free, all we ask is you donate 20% of the profit of the day to the Relay for Life. Get some business exposure and sell some stuff while doing something good for charity. If you are interested in participating, fill out this form: http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/thelocalhb/Fundraiser11-21-10copy.jpg and send it back to me. And for everyone, please attend the boutique and do some holiday shopping. there will be 40+ vendors present, and you can see those who have signed up so far on the Relay website , as well all the details of the event.

A few events coming up this weekend are the Brain Tumor Walk on Saturday, a couple of Chamber of Commerce ribbon cuttings on Sunday, plus the regular ongoing events like the Scooter/Electrical bike meetup and of course Oktoberfest going on til the end of the month. Check the calendar on TheLocalHB for all the details for what is going on around town.

We'd like to welcome the newest member of TheLocalHB family: Pageantry World ( http://pageantry-world.com/301.htm ). Everyone should be flying an American Flag and Pageantry is where you should go for that flag! They have been a supplier of flags and banners to 7 Olympic Games & 5 Worlds Fairs, so of course they can take care of you. They can provide you with that one flag (which also makes a good gift by the way) or make something custom for you or your business. Give Cindy a call ( 714-330-4190) and she how she can help you, or you can check out their listing on TheLocalHB - there's a pretty cool video about them on the site as well.

Thursday, October 07, 2010

Good Coffee & Good Fun in Huntington Beach

How about starting off your day with a great cup of Joe? And to top that off, how about a FREE cup of Joe....
Every Thursday during the month of October, 7am - 9am, Poverello Coffee is serving up a free cup of coffee, because as Mark (owner) says: "everyone deserves great coffee". Poverello Coffee roasts beans right their at their shop, 16582 Gothard Unit O. It should be your source for coffee for your home or business. Create your own flavors, doesn't get any fresher. Pop in to say hi to Mark and have a cup and take home a bag of superb artisan roasted coffee! ( www.poverellocoffee.com for more info).

This weekend you can learn a bit more about what our firemen do here in Huntington Beach at their open house . Saturday the 9th, 10am-3p at the 18311 Gothard Street firehouse. It is in recognition of National Fire Prevention Week. Activities include meeting firefighters, touring the station and learning fire safety tips. There will be demonstrations at 11:30am & 1:30pm of vehicle extrication and live fire senarios. info: 714-536-5411

On Saturday (with a repeat on Sunday) you can hear a talk by Michael Franzese entitled "He Quit the Mob and Lived". Michael grew up as the son of the notorious Underboss of New York's violent and feared Colombo crime family. At his most affluent, he generated an estimated five to eight million dollars per week from legal and illegal businesses. It was a life filled with power, luxury ... and deadly violence. His talk will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection Saturday at 6pm and again on Sunday at 10:15am where he'll recount his life in the mob and tell about his dramatic conversion. That should be an interesting story. More info: 714-962-5005

Do you have something on your calendar for Halloween yet? Do you like throwing on that costume and having a frightful good time? On Friday the 29th of this month, yours truly will hold my Annual Halloween BOO! the only downside is I still have to throw the party in Long Beach as I haven't been able to find a place around here that will accomodate me. bummer huh? Well if you feel like coming to a great party, all the info can be found at www.TheLocalCoast.com . it runs 8pm -2am. It is $20 and that includes food and all the fun you can handle (no host bar). There will be both a DJ in one area and live band in another for dancing. Tarot card reading and more. About 300 folks show up for this shin-dig. It is my 22nd year throwing this party so why not venture over the border and join the fun!

Friday, October 01, 2010

Pageantry World makes flags & sells American Flags - we all should be flying one

Pageantry World is the supplier of flags & banners to 7 Olymic Games and five Worlds Fairs
"Patriotism... is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." Adlai Stevenson
It's not about waving a flag on the 4th of July or on Memorial Day. It is about waving the flag everyday of your life. We owe a lot to this country. Fly Your American Flag everyday. We specialize in custom and stock flags, banners, flagpoles and mounting hardware. Their goal is to give you personal attention whether you are the Olympics, a fair, an Amusement Park, corporation or an individual. They pride ourselves on delivering prompt and courteous service. Whether it is an American flag or any other custom flag, there are here to help. Remember, an American flag makes a great gift, Christmas or other times a gift is needed. They can be reached at: 714-330-4190 or cindy@wemakeflags.com

HB Propane come to you to change out your tank

Huntington Beach Propane is a great service here in Huntington Beach. Located at
18961 Gothard Street (at Garfield). Call them at 714-375-5701 / 24 hour: 714-709-3073 www.HBPropane.com
they come to you - free delivery - they will come to your home or office and exchange your standard tank for your BBQ or patio heater with a full one. Only $14.99 (plus tax) per tank. Let them do the dirty work. They also set up restaurants, hotels and bars with patio heaters for long or short term lease programs, as well as providing rental of patio heaters for home or business events/parties. Bring in your own tank to have filled at their location - Walk ins, RV's, campers, commercial truck are all welcome

new additions to Surf City Savings discount program

If you haven't visited Surf City Savings discount program in a while, it is time to go back to the site and check it out. There have been some additions made, check them out:
La Brique Steakhouse - $10 off your bill
DMES Medical Supplies - 10% off medical supplies
Mary Kay Cosmetics - 25% off entire order
Dr. Michael Fishman podiatrist - no copay discount
The Sweat House workout/training - dicount on classes
Southern Hemisphere Wine Center - $10 off purchase (of $50 or more)
Surf City DJ's for all your party needs - 20% off all services
Yep, some great discounts! and there are many other great discounts to be had in this city sponsored/endorsed program. If you know a business in town that would like to be part of it, have them contact me! If you are a business already in the program, keep in mind there is an opportunity to have your banner w/discount show up on the home page!! very inexpensive too. You will also get extra shoutouts in the email blasts with your home page presence. Feel free to contact me with questions.

Have a great weekend all and shop local in Huntington Beach!!