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Avalon
III Two
Harbors
Every
Tuesday & Saturday
Discover History Walking Tours
Join the museum on a walk into Catalina Island’s past. Learn about the founding of Avalon, William Wrigley Jr.’s development of the island into a world renowned resort destination, the stories of Avalon’s key landmarks and much more.
Catalina Island Museum (310) 510-2414
www.catalinamuseum.org
January 16
Avalon Benefit 50 Mile Run
The 28th Annual Run crosses Catalina Island from Avalon to Two Harbors and back! Run where the buffalo roam through the island’s interior and see both sides of the island. Proceeds from the run benefit local island charities. Spectrum Sports Management (909) 399-3553
www.Avalon50.com
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February 1 — June 6
Catalina Island Plein Air Painting
Sponsored by the Society for the Advancement of Plein Air Painting, this annual exhibition features contemporary impressionistic outdoor style paintings showcasing the beauty of Catalina Island by many talented plein air artists. Catalina Island Museum (310) 510-2414
www.catalinamuseum.org
February 20
29th Annual Avalon Harbor
Underwater Cleanup
This is the only time scuba diving is allowed in Avalon Bay, with 500+ expected volunteer divers collecting trash and debris. Awards ceremony to follow on Wrigley Stage with prizes & giveaways. Proceeds benefit the Catalina Island Conservancy Divers and the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. Catalina Island Conservancy
(310) 510-2595
www.catalinaconservancy.org
February 27
Buffalo Run Half Marathon & 5K
This ultimate half-marathon course is a very challenging, hilly course on the East End of Catalina Island. The 5K course will be an out-and-back route down Avalon Canyon Rd via Sumner Ave with the turn around point at the Wrigley Memorial. Pacific Sports LLC (714) 978-1528 or
www.PacificSportsLLC.com
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February 1 — June 6
Catalina Island Plein Air Painting Exhibition
(see February for description)
March 13
Catalina Island Marathon
The Catalina Marathon will return in 2010 for its 33rd Anniversary! The 26.2 mile trail run takes athletes from Two Harbors to Avalon, as the run through the interior of the island – something very few visitors ever get to see. Pacific Sports LLC
(714) 978-1528
info@pacificsportsllc.com
www.PacificSportsLLC.com
March 17
St. Patrick’s Party at El Galleon
On Wednesday, March
17th we’ll be celebrating the luck of the Irish all day long
from 11am-11pm with Happy Hour drink specials, a hearty selection
of Irish lunch and dinner specials and live Karaoke featuring you
all-time favorite Irish songs.
El Galleon Restaurant (310) 510-1188
or
www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
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February 1 — June 6
Catalina Island Plein Air Painting Exhibition
(see February for description)
April 4
Annual
Rubber Ducky Derby
Annual fundraising event to support
the local children’s theatre company “Kids At Play”.
The derby begins at noon on South Beach.
For more info contact
Kids at Play at (310) 510-0288
April 10
15th Annual Conservancy Ball
Hosted by the Catalina Island Conservancy, this annual event is sure to be exciting. The black tie event at the Avalon Casino Ballroom includes dinner, big band dancing and live & silent auctions. Catalina Island Conservancy
(310) 510-2595
www.catalinaconservancy.org
April 22
Community Health Fair
Improve
your health and that of your family by attending the Catalina
Island Health Fair in the Casino Ballroom. Dozens of free or
low-cost medical screenings will be available.
For more info
call the Catalina Island Medical Center (310) 510- 0700
April 22
Earth Day 2010
Explore the natural side of Catalina Island
and enjoy organic food, green living displays and demonstrations,
family activities and live music. Free entry into the Wrigley
Memorial & Botanical Garden! Catalina Island Conservancy
Education Dept
(310) 510-0954
www.catalinaconservancy.org
April 25
Spring Fest
Food, Music & Games! Join the community
at the Field of Dreams from 11am to 4pm for an afternoon of
fun for the whole family.
City of Avalon Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
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February 1 — June 6
Catalina Island Plein Air Painting Exhibition
(see February for description)
May 1
Catalina Island Rugby Festival
This is a Master’s Rugby event for players over 40 and over 50. Proceeds from this event go to assist the Wellness Community, South Bay Cities, which provides no cost counseling and support of cancer patients, their families and friends.
(310) 545-7698
tjohendrix@att.net or
www.catalinarugby.org
May 15
23rd
Annual Silent Film Benefit
This annual event features a classic silent film shown in the Casino building’s historic Avalon Theatre with live accompaniment on the beautiful Page Organ.
All proceeds benefit the Catalina Island Museum. The benefit starts at 1pm.
Catalina Island Museum
(310) 510-2414
www.catalinamuseum.org
May 15
The
Avalon Ball
A dance featuring the big band music of the 1920's and 1930’s,
the heyday of the Casino Ballroom. For more information contact
the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles
artdecola@sbcglobal.net or
www.adsla.org
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February 1 — June 6
Catalina Island Plein Air Painting Exhibition
(see February for description)
June 3
6th Annual Taste Around of Avalon
Enjoy the most scrumptious
tastes of delectable food or beverages from some of Avalon’s
finest dining establishments. Vote for your favorite taste
of food and drink as the Taste of the Year! Catalina Island
Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520 www.CatalinaChamber.com
June 3 — 6
3rd Annual Flying Fish Festival
Join us for the 3rd Annual
Flying Fish Festival, a four day event to celebrate the return
of the incomparable Catalina Flying Fish with a variety of family
fun themed activities. For a full schedule of events and activities,
please contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce, (310) 510-1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
June 28
— August 20
Summer Day Camp 2010
All
kids entering 1st grade in the Fall – 11 years of age are invited to join the
10 week camp for arts & crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach
fun, field trips, hiking and naturalist programs. For rates & times,
please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310)
510-1987
June 29 — August 26
Summer Beach Bingo
(each
Tuesday & Thursday)
Bring your beach chair and some friends
to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from
6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and participants can win fun
local prizes. For more information please call the City of Avalon
Recreation Department (310) 510-1987
June
30 — August 25
Kid’s
Fishing Derby
(each Wednesday)
City of Avalon Recreation
Department
(310) 510-1987
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June
28
— August 20
Summer Day Camp 2010
(see
June for complete description)
City of Avalon
Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
June
29 — August 26
Summer Beach Bingo
(each Tuesday & Thursday)
(see
June for complete description)
City of Avalon Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
June
30 — August 25
Kid’s
Fishing Derby
(each Wednesday)
City of Avalon Recreation
Department
(310) 510-1987
July 3 — January 2 2011
Gems of the Photograph Collection
Selected from our extensive photo archives which numbers in the tens of thousands, this exhibition showcases the very best of our collection including some rare original prints.
Catalina Island Museum
(310) 510-2414
www.catalinamuseum.org
July 4
Annual 4th of July Parade, Fireworks Display, Dinner at the
Casino Ballroom
The golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue begins at 1pm. Enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner & music of the USC Marching Band in the Casino Ballroom with premium balcony viewing for the fireworks display over Avalon.
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
July 17
13th Annual Gold Star Dive
Skin and scuba divers search for
gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park. This event is a fundraiser
for the Sheriff’s Department S.T.A.R.
(Success Through Awareness and Resistance) Program and the Catalina
Hyperbaric Chamber.
For more info call the LA County Sheriff’s
Dept. (310) 510-0174
www.catalinagoldstardive.org
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June
28
— August 20
Summer Day Camp 2010
(see
June for complete description)
City of Avalon
Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
June
29 — August 26
Summer Beach Bingo
(each Tuesday & Thursday)
(see
June for complete description)
City of Avalon Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
June
30 — August 25
Kid’s
Fishing Derby
(each Wednesday)
City of Avalon Recreation
Department
(310) 510-1987
August 30
— 31
20th
Annual Church Mouse Marlin Invitational
Non-profit marlin fishing
tournament, all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. Over $768,000
has been raised over the last 19 years!
For more information
call (310) 467-2371 or
visit www.ChurchMouse.org
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Date to be Announced
Zane Grey Invitational
Marlin Tournament
Striped marlin fishing tournament limited to
a maximum of 45 teams. Boasting a cash purse over $350,000.00,
anglers engage in friendly competition over the four day event.
For more information contact
Offshore Tournaments, Inc. (714)
258-0445
www.catalinaclassic.com
September 17 —19
51st Annual Festival
of Art
Artists from all over the country exhibit and sell their
works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts & photography.
Catalina
Art Association (310) 510-0808
www.catalinaartassociation.org
September 19 — 21
Avalon Billfish Classic
100% release marlin tournament
using circle hooks only. For more information contact Offshore
Tournaments, Inc. (714) 258-0445
www.catalinaclassic.com
September 19 — 21
Catalina Classic
Southern California’s largest
billfish tournament! 50 teams will compete for more than $250,000
in cash and prizes. For more information contact Offshore Tournaments,
Inc. (714) 258-0445
www.catalinaclassic.com
September 25
Catalina Island Women’s
Forum Wine Festival
15th annual fundraiser featuring over 50
wineries, delectable hors d’oeuvres and smooth jazz. Net
proceeds help support mentoring and scholarship programs. Tickets
are available at the Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
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October 1 — 3
October 8 — 10
October 15 — 17
The Catalina Island
JazzTrax Festival
This three weekend event features 30 different
smooth jazz stars performing Unplugged at the Ranch and in the
historic Casino Ballroom. Art Good features the newest and best
talent in the smooth jazz genre. For tickets and information
call (866) 872-9849
www.jazztrax.com
October 23
Catalina Island Festival
of World Music
This family friendly music festival will be held
at the Field of Dreams, from 11am-dark. For more information,
artist line-up, event schedule and ticket pricing please contact
the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520
www.CatalinaMusicFestival.com
October 31
Annual Halloween Parade
Don your favorite costume and join island
school kids and residents for the Annual Halloween Parade down
Crescent Avenue starting at 4:00 PM. Catalina Island Chamber
of Commerce (310) 510- 1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
October 31
Karaoke
Halloween Costume Party
The party starts at 9pm where you can sing all the monster favorites with over 20,000 songs from which to choose. Costume contest with prizes! Full bar and dinner available from 5-9pm. No cover, must be 21 and over. El Galleon Restaurant (310) 510-1188
www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
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November 6
Catalina Island Triathlon
Features a half-mile swim in the calm waters of Avalon Bay, a 15K three-loop cycle course to Wrigley Memorial and a 3K run course to Hamilton Cove.
Call Pacific Sports (714) 978-1528
www.PacificSportsLLC.com
November 11
Catalina Island Museum Telethon
Broadcast live from 7-10pm on Catalina Cable’s Channel 3 as well as online at eCatalina.com, featuring musicians, dancers, comedians and much more! All proceeds support the programs and activities of the Catalina Island Museum
(310)
510- 2414
www.catalinamuseum.org
November 12-14
Catalina Jazz Dance Festival
This unique and special dance camp experience celebrates the Swing Era (1935-1946) in the world famous Casino Ballroom.
2 Ply Swing Productions (619) 347-9366
www.2PlySwing.com
November 13
Catalina Island Eco-Marathon
The inaugural Catalina Eco
Marathon will start and finish in the town of Avalon. Run through
three entirely different eco-systems and see the plant life and
animal life in each. Call Spectrum Sports Management at (909)
399-3553
www.CatalinaEcoMarathon.com
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December 5
17th Annual “Shop At Home” Night
A one-night shopping extravaganza with holiday discounts, strolling carolers and prize drawings. Shop At Home Night kicks off with a holiday tree lighting ceremony on Wrigley Stage. Get your picture taken with Santa when you bring 2 canned goods for a food drive to El Galleon from 6pm-8:30pm.
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310)
510- 1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
December 19
Tour of Lights
City of Avalon Recreation Department
(310)510-1987
December 31
El Galleon Restaurant & Antonio’s
Pizzeria Annual New Year’s Eve Parties
Tickets to enter both parties are $10 per person, which includes party favors and champagne at midnight. Both parties are from 9:30pm-1am. For tickets and dinner reservations call Antonio’s (310) 510-0008 or El Galleon (310)510-1188
www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
December 31
38th
Annual New Year's Eve Celebration, Casino Ballroom
Dance in the
New Year at this black-tie optional event in the world famous
Casino Ballroom. Reservations will go on sale July 2010.
Catalina
Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
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Events are subject to change.
Contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce for details and updates.310.510.1520
www.CatalinaChamber.com
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