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May 28, 2009

FREE * TRANSFORMERS MOVIE * THE GREAT PARK * MAY 30TH

Category: Outdoor Entertainment – Tags: , , , – admin 9:18 pm

Free outdoor movie fun Saturday night

transformersgreatparkBring a blanket to sit on Saturday night, May 30th and watch Transformers projected on a big screen at OC’s Great Park. The Great Park is pleased to present Movie on the Lawn for a second year in a row.

The movie starts at 8 p.m. and is rated PG-13.

A fun family event.

For more information and directions, visit www.ocgp.org

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FREE * INLINE SKATING * LIBERTY SKATE PARK * WESTMINSTER

Category: Parks & Recreation – Tags: , – admin 9:10 pm


Westminster’s skate park is located at Liberty Park, 13900 Monroe Street, Westminster

and was designed to be an “entry level” park for the beginner to intermediate skaters. It gives our young people an opportunity to pursue skateboarding in a safe environment. The skate park is open 7 days a week from 8am to dusk. Helmets, elbow and knee pads are required.

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FREE * KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUTS * JUNE 5TH * MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Category: Fast Food – Tags: , – admin 9:03 pm

Krispy Kreme is giving customers a free doughnut on Friday, June 5 to  celebrate National Doughnut Day.

No purchase is necessary to receive the freebie. To find the closest participating location, visit KrispyKreme.com. The doughnut chain, which used to have a huge presence in Orange County, has two left in O.C.

Both locations in Orange and Mission Viejo are participating in the free doughnut day.

Orange
330 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868
Phone: 714-769-4330

Mission Viejo
25802 EL Paseo Avenue
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Phone: 949-348-8900

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May 24, 2009

FREE * FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL * SUMMER STARTING JUNE 16TH

Category: Parks & Recreation – Tags: , , – admin 1:11 pm

The Regal Entertainment Group who own Edwards and Regal Cinemas are once again offering their summer family film festival beginning on June 16th. It is 9 weeks of free movies for kids and parents. The movies will run every Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 10am during the festival. The seating is first come, first serve- you might want to get there a bit early to make sure you get good seats.

For a list of participating theaters and list of movies, visit:

www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx?state=CA


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FREE * STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL * GARDEN GROVE * NOW THROUGH MAY 25TH

Category: Fairs & Festivals – Tags: , , – admin 1:01 pm

If you are in the Garden Grove area, stop by the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival now through May 25th.  Admission is free, and you can spend as much or as little as you want on rides and food.  Even if you are not big on rides, there is a lot to see while just walking around.

Sat & Sun (10am to 10pm)
Monday (10am to 9pm)

Admission is Free!

For a schedule of events and/or directions:  www.strawberryfestival.org/index.html

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FREE * ADMISSION TO THE NIXON LIBRARY * MONDAY, MAY 25TH

Category: Attractions – Tags: , , – admin 12:55 pm

The Richard Nixon Library in Yorba Linda is offering free admission on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th.

Want to walk through a real presidential helicopter? This is the helicopter nixonhelicopterthat President Richard Nixon boarded when he left the White House for the last time, travelling to Andrews AFB, en route to his home at San Clemente.

You can also see a presidential limousine that Nixon brought to China with him.

Those are only a few of the attractions at the Richard Nixon Library and nixonlibraryBirthplace in Yorba Linda.

If you haven’t been for a long time, things have changed a great deal at this historic site.

And on Memorial Day, May 25, you can see it for free. Normally admission is $10 for adults, kids 7-11 are $3.75, 6 and under free. Seniors and military with ID get in for $7 and students are $6.

Also on Memorial Day, the 80-piece Placentia Symphonic Band will perform for free at 2 p.m. in the White House East Room.

For more information, visit their website at:  www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org

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May 19, 2009

FREE * KERASTASE TREATMENTS AND BLOW DRIES * SASSOON SALON * MAY 20TH

Category: Retail and Services – Tags: , , – admin 8:50 pm
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Photo courtesy of Sassoon Salon

Select salons around the country, including Sassoon Salon at South Coast Plaza, are providing complimentary Kerastase and blow dry services Wednesday.

Paris-based Kerastase offers a range of hair care and styling products.

According to a press release, customers will receive:

  • Hair transformation with immediate, visible results
  • The latest innovations from la Recherche Avancée L’Oréal
  • Tailor-made treatments for every hair and scalp need
  • Personalized hair and scalp diagnosis by trained stylists
  • Comprehensive professional service for the ultimate salon experience

Wednesday’s deal is only good while appointments last. Call 714-556-5673 to book an appointment.

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ALMOST FREE * BASKIN ROBBINS * $ .88 CENT CONES THROUGH MAY 25TH

Category: Fast Food – Tags: , – admin 8:41 pm

From now until May 25th, Baskin Robbins is offering cones for only $ .88.  Yes, only 88 cents for a great ice cream cone. Treat yourself and your family to a smooth and creamy soft serve ice cream cone.   It’s only valid at participating locations, so call your local Baskin Robbins and check.

To find the nearest location, visit www.baskinrobbins.com.

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May 17, 2009

FREE * PARENT & ME SWIM CLASSES * VARIOUS DATES, HELD WEEKLY

Category: Education and Instruction – Tags: , – admin 11:51 am

Swim Venture promotes water safety by offering Free Parent and Me classes 1x per week each month, year round. Infants and toddlers will learn how to be comfortable in the water, how to hold their breath on cue, and how to comfortably lie on their backs in an assisted back float with the help of a parent.

There are numerous locations throughout Orange County that you can go to.  For more information and a list of locations, visit their website at www.swimventure.com/swimLessons.html or call (800) 576-SWIM

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FREE * TV STUDIO AUDIENCE TICKETS FOR LIVE TAPINGS * VARIOUS SHOWS IN MAY/JUNE

Category: Attractions – Tags: , , – admin 11:39 am

If you would like FREE TICKETS for live tapings of Laughing Out Loud, Rita Rocks, The Bill Engvall Show and more, register at Audiences Unlimited.  Most shows are for either 16 or 18 and up!   Most tickets are available about 30 days before the show date and this gets updated often!

http://www.tvtickets.com/fmi/xsl/shows/recordlist.xsl?

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