Catalina Island
33°20.9'N - 118°19.5'W
Avalon, California USA

        2009 Calendar of Events

Avalon Events Isthmus Events

 

Year Round
  2nd Wednesday each month - Catalina Island Conservancy Evening Nature Program
Investigate the natural history of Catalina. Refreshments are served, $1 donation asked to help with program costs. For up-to-the-date program information call (310) 510-2595 ext. 134 or visit www.catalinaconservancy.org
( 1st Saturday each month - Catalina Island Conservancy Presents: The HIKE
A different hiking adventure each month. A small fee to cover costs includes transportation, lunch and a naturalist guide. Reservations are required as space is limited. For hike descriptions visit www.catalinaconservancy.org Call 310-510-0954 for reservations.
  Every Wednesday & Saturday – Jewels of Avalon Tile Walking Tours
This docent led walking tour of downtown Avalon highlights a wide variety of historic, reproduction and contemporary tile installations. These hour-long tours start at 2:00 pm at the Catalina Island Museum with a brief  talk on the history of island tile manufacturing. Ticket prices include Museum admission. Reservations are highly recommended. For more info call 310 510-2414 or visit www.catalinamuseum.org.

January 2009

February 2009 

21 28th Avalon Harbor Underwater Annual Cleanup
This is the only time scuba diving is allowed in Avalon Harbor, with 500+ expected volunteer divers collecting trash and debris. Awards ceremony o follow on Wrigley Stage with prizes. Proceeds benefit the Catalina Island Conservancy Divers and Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. For more info call 310 510-2595 ext 123 or visit www.ccd.org

March 2009

14 Catalina Island Marathon, 10K/5K & Kids Run - Runners World Magazine lists this marathon as one of the 10 most beautiful and difficult marathons in the country.  Call Pacific Sports (714) 978-1528 or  visit their website.  

April 2009

  Rubber Ducky Derby
  14th Annual Conservancy Ball
The evening includes dinner, big band dancing and live & silent auctions. A fun way to support the Catalina Island Conservancy. For more info visit www.catalinaconservancy.org
  Easter Egg Hunt at Two Harbors,Hop on over to the Isthmus for the annual Easter egg hunt and search for the elusive Golden Egg sponsored by the Corsair Yacht Club. This has truly become an island tradition.

May 2009

5 Cinco De Mayo Weekend in Avalon
16 Avalon Ball, Journey back to the golden age of the Avalon Ballroom at the third annual “Avalon Ball”, featuring the music and dance of the 1920’s and
‘30s. For more information, go to avalonball.com

June 2009

16 Annual Silent Film Benefit, Mark you calendar for the annual Silent Film Benefit, truly a signature event for the museum.  We bring silent movies to life with organ accompaniment in the restored historic Avalon Theatre in the Casino Building. Avalon Theatre, 310-510-2414 
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(each Wednesday, June 20 through August 29)
Kid's Fishing Derby 
On the Green Pier each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00 am. For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department 310 510-1987.
  Conservancy Summer Naturalist Programs (various dates June 28 through Labor Day) Catalina Island Conservancy naturalists lead nature walks, hikes and campground programs. FREE For schedules & details (310) 510-0954 
  "Yacht Dog" Dog Show

July 2009

July 1 — August 26 Kid’s Fishing Derby (each Wednesday) Meet a Recreation staff member on the Green Pier each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00am. For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department
(310) 510-1987
1 24th Annual Two Harbors Children's Festival
4 4th of July Gold Cart Parade, Fireworks Display, Dinner at the Casino Ballroom, music by the USC Marching Band 310/510-1520
5 Annual Dinghy Parade - Prizes awarded and guaranteed fun for all.
  4th of July Independence Day Weekend Fireworks Show - "Fireworks over the Bay" 
  4th of July Gold Cart Parade, Fireworks Display, Dinner at the Casino Ballroom, music by the USC Marching Band 310/510-1520
21 10th Annual Gold Star Dive - Divers hunt for gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park. This Fundraiser benefits 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 or e-mail: klclevel@lasd.org

August 2009

  Customer Appreciation Day - Two Harbors says Thanks to all of you loyal visitors!

September 2009

1-30 Pottery & Tile Exhibit - Walking tours, demonstrations and a lecture make this event an extravaganza! Catalina Island Museum Society (310) 510-2414
5 23nd Jimmy Walker Buffalo Chip Toss - Your all invited! A true test of your athletic skills. Pick your chip carefully, check for optimim aerodynamics and see how far you can toss that "Chip off the old Rock."
19 Fall Micro Brew Fest - The Isthmus Beer Garden has opened. Celebrate in the delight of handcrafted micro brewed beer while you are entertained by live island style music. 
26 Annual Catalina Wine Festival - A wine tasting festival including hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and a silent auction. Sponsored by the Catalina Island Women's Forum. Funds raised are for charity and support of CIWF programs. For reservations call (310) 510-1520.

October 2009

 2 — 4
9 — 11
16 — 18
23nd Annual Catalina Jazz Trax Festival - Casino Ballroom,  3 weekends of world class jazz and fun.  Ticket information Jazz Trax Hotline 866 872-9849 or www.jazztrax.com
3 Buccaneers Days, the 20th time!  "Tom Thumb and the Hitchhikers" at the Buccaneer Ball.
16-17 Cruisers Weekend - Sponsored by Latitudes & Attitudes, The Log Newspaper, Pacific Cruising Association and Two Harbors Enterprises.  Festivities include exhibits, cruising seminars, music, good food and drink.
18 Two Harbors Underwater Clean-Up

November

8 Catalina Island Triathlon, Avalon 714/978-1528
26 Thanksgiving Feast at the Harbor Reef, will the Pilgrims and Indians come again?

December

31 New Year's Eve Celebration at the Isthmus
31 New Year's Eve Celebration & 36th Annual New Year's Celebration, Casino Ballroom, 310/510-1520
 

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