So, it's Christmas 2013 and if you've had your fill of Christmas turkey, ham or goose, maybe it's time to go downtown Huntington Beach to Fred's for some killer Mexican food with a view of the Pacific! Downstairs Huntington Surf and Sport has all your gear and sportswear. For Shopping, Fun and Food: go downtown! 12/25/2013

Huntington Beach vacation Time with two Grandsons November, 2013   This is a post about my November 2013 vacation in Huntington Beach California.   I am here to visit my daughter Sue, her husband Chris and my 2 Grandsons Max and Jake.  I will be here for Thanksgiving and head back to Ormond By The Sea on December 4th.. The highlight of the trip is getting to spend time with my 2 Grandsons and Sue and Chris.  I was happy just to sit and watch them play or eat or whatever they were doing.  Reading, playing with the Hot Wheel cars and playing with the little train sets were all fun things we do almost every day.   Max, who is 4, had surgery on his hand yesterday to restore movement of his thumb so his activities are severely restricted for the next month.  He is doing well and has already ... 11/22/2013

Surf City Here I Come for Thanksgiving 2013   No, I won’t be doing any surfing although there will be lots of surfers to watch.   This morning I catch an early flight and after laying over to change planes in Atlanta I am off to Huntington Beach California to visit my daughter and two grandsons and son-in-law.  They live about a mile from the beach in Huntington Beach California.   I arrive at John Wayne Airport in Orange County at 11:30AM. west coast time and my daughter will pick me up for the ride to her home. I will make every effort to post and comment here in the rain even though I have not been very consistent with that lately.   Looking forward to seeing Max and Jake (Grandsons) and having some fun on the left coast.  Max is 4 now and Jake is 2 years old. I will return on Wednes... 11/19/2013

Huntington Beach Central Park   Central Park is more than 350 acres of wonderful park in the heart of Huntington Beach.  This park has something to offer everyone.  In addition to two lakes, it has open spaces, walking trails, an ampitheater, a dog park, a disc golf course, several playgrounds, bird watching, fishing and more.  There are also numerous picnic tables so that you can eat a meal while enjoying all that Central Park has to offer.   There are activities scheduled here throughout the year including cross country races in the fall, a jumper show at the equestrian center in the spring, summer concerts in the park, Shakespeare in the Park, Civil War re-enactments, an Easter egg hunt and car and dog shows during the summer.   Lakes and Fishing   The two lakes are Huntington Lake a... 11/18/2013

If you are looking for a way to share your good fortune this Thanksgiving, then CauseLife may have the answer with their Huntington Beach Turkey Trot!  Proceeds of the Turkey Trot will go towards providing safe drinking water to those who have no access to clean water. Here is some information on the event: Date:  Thanksgiving Day, Tursday, November 28, 2013 Time: 7:00 am 5K/10K Runners Only8:00 am 5K/10K Runners & Walkers9:30 am 1K Race for Kids (12 yrs old & younger) Entry Fee:$35 if registered online before November 27, 2013$40 if registered the day of the race Race Location:The start & finish line will be on the multi-purpose path on the sand on the corner of PCH & Beach Blvd. *Preregister by November 15 and receive an official event T-shirt.  Those registered after November 15 will... 11/13/2013

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A Lone Bike Waits for its Surfer - Speechless Sundays     Growing up in Newport Beach, it seemed that all of us owned at least one beach cruiser.  How else could you avoid the crowds of summer clamoring for parking and make your way  to beach quickly, without drama to join your friends in the summer sun? 09/22/2013

Huntington Beach Real Estate Minute - Huntington Beach Market Report - August 2013     Huntington Beach well known as "Surf City USA" with its excellent surfing has 8.5 miles of beaches and over 200,000 residents with 11 million visitors annually coming to see events such as the US Open of Surfing, the Surf City USA Marathon and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball.   It is also known as one of the 10 safest cities. Huntington Beach Real Estate offers a wide variety of housing from moderately priced condos to multi-million dollar estates.   Below is the Huntington Beach homes report.       The real estate market in Huntington Beach is still experiencing a strong sellers' market with many well-priced homes experiencing multiple offers especially in the lower price ranges.   If you would like informa... 08/31/2013

      I am so excited for Mr. and Mrs. G who just closed on their reverse mortgage saving their Huntington Beach home from foreclosure and updating it with a needed new roof.  They purchased their home 27 years ago and only had 3 years left to pay on their (1985 rates) mortgage.  Enter health issues and the recession.  As a small business owner the recession impacted their business revenue greatly.  On top of that some serious, though temporary, health issues really put them behind the eight ball. Unable to make their mortgage payment the current lender began foreclosure proceedings.  Also unable to afford repairs, the roof leaked causing damage to the home.    House rich and cash poor they have turned to a HECM Reverse Mortgage to get them back on their feet and secure their retirement... 08/26/2013

Surf City Here I Come for summer fun No, I won’t be doing any surfing although there will be lots of surfers to watch.   Tomorrow morning I catch a flight and after laying over to change planes in Atlanta I am off to Huntington Beach California to visit my daughter and two grandsons and son-in-law.  They live about a mile from the beach in Huntington Beach California.   I arrive at John LAX  at 10AM. west coast time and my daughter will pick me up for the ride to her home. I will make every effort to post and comment here in the rain even though I have not been very consistent with that lately.  Maybe I’ll bump into an ActiveRain member or two while I’m there.   I posted about my last trip there in May after I returned and will try to do the same again with photos of course.  See thatpo... 08/20/2013

Things to Do in Huntington Beach - Fridays - Farmers' Market and Art A-Faire   The Farmers' Market is held each Friday from noon until sunset at Pier Plaza at Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Main Street.,  next to the Huntington Beach Pier.  Come get fresh fruits, vegetables and breads.   The Art Fair includes many handmade items.     07/28/2013

2013 Vans US Open of Surfing     This year's US Open of Surfing is presented by Vans and will take place from July 20 through July 28, 2013.   Whether you have never seen this event or this will be your 20th US Open of Surfing, it is always fun to watch as some of the world's best surfers gather around the Huntington Beach Pier in an attempt to catch the perfect wave.   For more information, please see US Open of Surfing.   07/14/2013

Huntington Beach Fourth of July 2013   The Huntington Beach Fourth of July spectacular offers a full day of celebration each year. The 2013 4th of July schedule for Huntington Beach is as follows: 6:30am - 11am - Lake Park Breakfast 7am - 12pm - Surf City 5k Run 10am - 12pm - 109th Huntington Beach Fourth of July Parade 9pm - Fireworks show at the Huntington Pier   The Huntington Beach Fourth of July Parade is an amazing celebration. Over the years it has seen such celebrities as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Natalie Wood, Zsa Zsa Gabor, astronaut Buzz Aldrin and Shirley Jones. At 10:00 am, the parade begins on PCH at 9th Street, left on to Main Street and ends just past Yorktown. It is quite an experience. Whether you have never been or have been attending for the last 20 years... 07/03/2013

  Huntington Beach Fireworks Show 2013 4th of July Parade & Pier Festival July 4th     The Party Continues through the 7th With  Exhibitors, food vendors, live entertainment (July 4th) family activities   and plenty of surf and sand. Fireworks will be shot from the end of the pier at dusk on the 4th.  Tickets can be purchased online for Lake Park Breakfast $5.00 if you want to be in the bleachers for the parade $15  Fireworks VIP seating $10.   July 4th Schedule   Lake Park Breakfast 6:30am - 11:00am Surf City 5K Run & Fitness Expo 7:00am - 12:00pm 4th of July Parade 10:00am - 12:00pm 4-Day Pier Plaza Festival July 4 - July 7 Pier Plaza Entertainment July 4 - July 7 Fireworks Over the Ocean - 9:00pm July 4 ONLY         06/30/2013

Things to Do in Orange County - Huntington Beach Art Walk     Every third Thursday of the month from 6pm to 9pm, the art show in downtown Huntington Beach features student and emerging artists who are featured for the evening in local businesses and restaurants.   This event is free, and many of the artists will be there to meet the public.   For more information, please see Huntington Beach Art Walk.   05/19/2013

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FROM 1PM TO 4PM!!! ADDRESS 17232 BERLIN HUNTINGTON BEACH CA JUST REDUCED 729K Walk to the wetlands from this beautiful Cal-Classic home. High sought-after neighborhood. Excellent location, interior street. Nice 5 bed room 2.5 bathopen floor plan with kitchen that opens out into family room with cozy fireplace. Two story home but master bedroom with bath and two additional bedrooms and bathroom downstairs. One of the upstairs bedrooms does not have a closet and was used for a huge game room. Home has mostly high-end double pane windows, copper plumbing, forced air heating. New appliances in kitchen, freshly painted and professionally landscaped yard. Roof approximately 10 years news. Very light & bright. Home is perfect for entertaining. Huge double attached garage and ... 05/09/2013

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