Dana Point 
Things of interest and activities in the Dana Point area
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15th Annual Doheny Blues Festival in Dana Point, May 19-20, 2012
Friday, April 20th, 2012 at 9:20pm. 253 Views, 0 Comments.
Headliners include Gregg Alman, Steve Miller Band, Buddy Guy Los Lonely Boys, Joan Osborne and the Holmes Brothers, Marcia Ball and many more great bands. Experience Rod Piazza and hte Mighty Flyers 25th Anniversary Reunion Tour. View the entire great lineup at 2012 Doheny Blues lineup.
Fun for all, there is an International Court and Food Village with 15-vendors serving food from BBQ ribs to cajun sausage to vegetarian pitas and 50-vendor booths throughout the grounds, as well as beverages of all types, including beer, wine, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages and water.
Come on out and enjoy the…
5 Stops You Won't Want to Miss in San Clemente, California
Friday, April 20th, 2012 at 8:21am. 168 Views, 0 Comments.
Planning a visit to San Clemente, California? Maybe you're thinking of moving to the Little Spanish Village by the Sea, but you'd like to make sure you won't be bored in your luxury? Well, look no 
further...Below you'll find 5 landmarks that you won't want to miss on your way through San Clemente.
San Clemente Pier
This beautiful wooden pier extends almost 1300 feet out into the ocean, and offers some of the best non-private ocean views in all of San Clemente. It's definitely worth a day trip to the surrounding beach and pier, and there's lots of restaurants and other entertainment available. Walking all the way out into the ocean never loses it's thrill. Plus, there's free fishing!
Trestles Beach
This is the best surfing spot in San
…Southern Orange County Restaurants
Sunday, April 15th, 2012 at 2:56pm. 125 Views, 0 Comments.
Many people move to southern Orange County because of the delightful weather and all the amenities that are available. Fortunately, Orange County has an abundance of one especially 
important amenity; it has a number of excellent restaurants offering a variety of different cuisines. In spite of the fact that we have been in a recessional period, Americans still like to dine out. Some say dining out has replaced baseball as our “national pastime!” So take heart all you people moving to southern California. You won’t be disappointed with the quality and variety of eateries available.
Almost any type of specialty or international cuisine can be found in southern Orange County. There are restaurants offering American cuisine, French,
…Shopping in Southern Orange County
Saturday, April 14th, 2012 at 8:42am. 150 Views, 0 Comments.
Residents of San Clemente and the surrounding towns in southern Orange County enjoy an array of fine shopping options. One of the most popular destinations for the savvy shopper is the Baccarat-South Coast Plaza Mall in Costa Mesa. This huge mall contains over two hundred and fifty stores and almost forty eateries. The mall occupies over 2.8 million square feet making it one of the largest malls in the United States. South Coast Plaza is an upscale mall that features above average design features. The floors are covered with Italian marble, there is a travertine border surrounding the many fountains, chandeliers in the shape of pyramids are hung throughout, and there are garden-edged walkways to enhance the feeling of elegance.
South
…Dana Point Festival Of Whales 2012
Friday, January 13th, 2012 at 12:19pm. 789 Views, 0 Comments.
Southern California’s summer tourists may have come and gone, but this winter a different type of tourist will be traveling along the West Coast and heading to Baja during its annual migration: the majestic California Gray Whale. The whales will begin their migration in late November, but from March 3 – 4 and 10 - 11 hundreds of these 35-ton leviathans will splash through the seaside community of Dana Point, California – the West Coast’s premier location to meet and greet these incredible creatures during the 41st Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales.
The Dana Point Festival of Whales is one of Southern California’s largest seafaring celebrations and reaches out to whale admirers around the world. Dana Point is teeming with
…Dana Point Harbor Video
Friday, January 6th, 2012 at 12:26pm. 308 Views, 0 Comments.
Check out this video showcasing all the wonderful attractions, activities, shops and restaurants at Dana Point Harbor. Great way for everyone to spend the day and enjoy the waterfront community of the California Riviera.
And don't forget the Gray Whales are here!!
San Clemente 17th Annual Car Show - Sunday June 10, 2012
Sunday, January 1st, 2012 at 3:54pm. 635 Views, 0 Comments.
Make sure to visit San Clemente and enjoy the 17th annual car show on Avenida Del Mar in downtown San Clemente (map) on Sunday, June 10, 2012. Stroll the street amongst quality show cars from classics to the exotic. The event generally draws over 300 cars, and includes a variety of vendors, entertainment and
exhibits. Bring the whole family, and take time to shop or browse Del Mar stores which are also open. A Free shuttle service will be offered from San Clemente High School.
Based on past Car Shows, there will be Woodies, Hot Rods, Tricked-out trucks, vintage cars, muscle cars, antique cars and more!
San Clemente Car Show (map)
- Sunday, June 10, 2012
- 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- FREE admission
- Food and Vendors
OC Fair New Year's Eve Block Party 2012
Sunday, December 18th, 2011 at 10:05am. 827 Views, 2 Comments.
Come ring in the New Year as only the OC Fair knows how at the OC Fair New Year's Eve Block Party featuring a courtyard full of gourmet food trucks, a casino, carnival rides and games, and four stages of tribute bands covering four decades of music. Tributes to U2, The Cure, David Bowie, Elton John, Jim Morrison and more are already on the schedule.
Unlike other New Year's Eve celebrations, the New Year's Eve Block Party is offering great fun in a casual setting. No black ties here!
Saturday, December 31
7:30 pm – 1:30 am
Join us in welcoming the new year!
Enter to Win a New Year’s Eve Getaway
Operation Care & Comfort Collecting Donations For Dana Point Marines
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 at 1:08pm. 473 Views, 2 Comments.
With the recent closing of the Pakistan border, deliveries need to be sent early in order to arrive for the holidays. The support group is asking for help from the community in their final push to collect items to send.
Donations will be taken through December 15.
The Support Group asks residents to pick up a few items for the Marines while shopping this week.
A printable list of needed items can be found online at www.danapoint5thmarines.com/2011-operation-care-comfort
Contributions may also be made online.
Donation checks, made out to “Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment…
Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights 2011
Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 at 3:10pm. 916 Views, 0 Comments.
Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights
Friday, December 9 & Saturday, December 10 and Friday, December 16 & Saturday, December 17
7:30pm by the Water's Edge
Holiday Open House - Friday, Dec 2nd, 4pm - 8pm
Boat Rides with Santa - Saturday, Dec 3 & Sunday, Dec 4, 10am - 2pm
Dana Wharf Sportfishing Docks
Santa Photos - Thursday, December 8 & Dec 15, 3pm - 5pm
Strolling Jr. Carolers - Friday, Dec 9, 4-5pm & Saturday, Dec 10, 2pm - 4pm
Santa Paws - Saturday, Dec 10, 10am - 3pm
Visit www.danapointharbor.com for more info. Or call 949) 923-2255, (949) 496-2979