Join the Temple Beth David Sisterhood on Monday, February 8th, 2010 for a "Break Away with the Temple Beth David Sisterhood” day of fun and entertainment. A deluxe bus will leave the Temple Beth David parking lot (located at 6100 Hefley Street in Westminster) at 8:30am. In less than half the time it takes you to drive to Las Vegas, you will find yourself at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in beautiful Temecula, CA. With more than 3,400 slot machines, over 130 table games and a state-of-the-art 54 table poker room, Pechanga has it all. (Not familiar with Pechanga Resort & Casino? Visit their website: http://www.pechanga.com)
This event is open to the community, but you must be at least 21 years old (bring a valid driver's license or other photo I.D). Snacks will be served on the bus. Bus seating is limited and reservations are on a first come basis. The bus will return back to Temple Beth David around 5:00pm. The $20.00 cost per person includes the bus and, upon arrival, $10 in cash play. For more information call Edie Schwartz 714-894-0094.
Christian Death will play live at the Galaxy Theatre on Thursday, February11th. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased for $15.00 through the ticket office at The Galaxy Theatre 503 S. Harbor Blvd. in Santa Ana by calling 714.957.0600 or online by visiting www.galaxytheatre.com.
Officially there have been over 30 musicians involved with the band. Formed in Los Angeles and fronted by 16 year old vocalist/lyricist Rozz Williams,, the name was a corruption of fashion designer Christian Dior’s name. The band released the first album “Only Theatre Of Pain in 1982. A dark, sinister style of punk rock. The album gained local success. A year later the band completely broke up.
Singer Rozz then teamed up with members from the band “Pompeii 99’ founded by singer, guitarist, song writer Valor. Rozz took over vocals leaving Valor to focus on guitar. Pompeii 99, the band had released one album “Look At Yourself” to much acclaim, which had an apocalyptic theme with a punk rock flavor. Pompeii 99 had been planning their first tour when it was proposed by their French record company, to merge Pompeii 99 into a new version of Christian Death which after some debate was agreed upon. Thus, began the new Christian Death and the first Pompeii 99 tour became the first Christian Death tour.
Part way through the tour the band stopped in Wales to record songs, some of which were originally intended for the next Pompeii 99 album. The fusion of which led to the unique sound of the classic “Catastrophe Ballet”. Like the first Pompeii 99 album, Catastrophe Ballet had an apocalyptic theme, however the music morphed into something not quite Pompeii 99 and nothing like the first Christian Death album. After the tour the band returned to LA to later record the 3rd Christian Death album ”Ashes” which was a post apocalyptic vision of a cold and bleak future.
After confirming the 2nd tour in 85 singer Rozz quit the band. Valor returned to vocals and initially at least agreed to rename the group Sin And Sacrifice. The band embarked on the 2nd tour under the name Christian Death much to Rozz’s displeasure. In Italy the band recorded the mini album “The Wind Kissed Pictures”, a surrealist view of a mystical past. Almost immediately work began on the 4th full length album “Atrocities” inspired by the atrocities of World War II and the connection to future shock waves. While continuously touring in 87 the band released the 5th and now classic album “The Scriptures”, the theme of which explored world religion and how the legacy of these beliefs impact our world today. 1988 Brought us the release of “Sex & Drugs & Jesus Christ”. This was turning point for the band. The cover depicted an image of Jesus shooting up heroin. This was a full frontal attack by Valor against the Church with a scathing heretical mockery of organized Christianity. The band then found themselves confronted by protesters, riots and bomb threats, These events and the bands imagery and fashion went on to influence the likes of Nine Inch Nails, Korn, Marilyn Manson, Type O Negative and many others. Sadly in 1997, Rozz committed suicide.
1989 saw the release of the double album epic “All the Love, All the Hate” interpreting the juxtaposition between life and death, day and night, man and woman, black and white. In 1991 came the release of “Insanus, Ultio, proditio, Misericordiaque”, with its theme of an ancient dream state. By 1994, female vocalist and bass guitarist Maitri, (the now 2nd most continuous member of Christian Death) joined the band to record “Sexy Death God” which proclaimed sexual freedom in the face of religious adversity.
In 2007/8, Christian Death released their 13th studio album “American Inquisition”, on the strength of it’s success, the band did “FOUR” European tours and one USA tour, all in 2008. Come 2010, Christian Death, in its unstoppable state, will have wowed us for over a quarter of a century now, with no indication of an end in sight. This band is, timeless… and the members, ageless.
Ashes Divide will be performing live at the Galaxy Theatre on Friday, February 12th. Also playing that night are Madassin, Souljourners and 33 Degree. Doors open at 6pm show 8pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased for $12.00 through the ticket office at The Galaxy Theatre 503 S. Harbor Blvd. in Santa Ana by calling 714.957.0600 or online by visiting www.galaxytheatre.com .
When The Perfect Circle ended, I remember the sadness that overtook me and so many others. What would we do now? I remember thinking to myself, these guys need to do something else. They aren’t done telling their story yet. I was so happy this morning to get the news of Ashes Divide.
The brainchild of guitarist+singer & songwriter Billy Howerdel, ASHES DIVIDE is a new Alternative-Rock project that has been nearly two years in the making. New Jersey-born Billy Howerdel is a self taught musician who started out doing theatrical stage lighting. Took to the road as a guitar technician for many bands, among them David Bowie, Guns N' Roses, Nine Inch Nails, The Smashing Pumpkins and Tool.
Although Howerdel and Keenan became friends years earlier while crossing paths on tour, it was not until the recording sessions for Tool 1996 album Aenima that the two planted the seeds which would later become the multi-platinum band A Perfect Circle.
Ashes Divide’s debut album, "Keep Telling Myself It's All Right", was issued in March 2008 through Island Records. The first single, "The Stone", made a strong debut on the Billboard's airplay charts where it quickly raced into the top 10 on both Hot Mainstream Rock and Hot Modern Rock Tracks.
Interactive Comedy Murder Mystery
Dinner Show
Saturday, Feb 13, 2010 (a Valentine's show)
A swanky 1950s era Murder Mystery full of Hollywood hub-bub and murder
in the Old World German Restaurant
Presented by Killer Entertainment
A 3-course dinner
Show time 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Bar opens at 6:30 p.m.)
Public Show $54.95 +tax/tip = $64 inclusive
group discounts available for 8 or more
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Shawn Colvin will perform on Saturday, February 13th at the Coach House 33157 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased for $32.50 through the ticket office at The Coach House by calling 949-496-7935 or online by visiting www.thecoachhouse.com.
Shawn Colvin is one of the leading lights of the so-called "new folk movement" that began in the late '80s. Although she grew out of the somewhat limited "woman with a guitar" school, she kept the form fresh with a diverse approach, avoiding the genre's clichéd sentiments and all-too-often formulaic arrangements in favor of a more personal, pop-influenced style. Colvin's debut record won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 1991, but it was her 1997 single, "Sunny Came Home," that firmly catapulted her into the mainstream. Although she never revisited that commercial peak again, Colvin still commanded a broad, loyal following into the subsequent decades.
Colvin was born in Vermillion, South Dakota, on January 10, 1956. By the age of 10, she had discovered a passion for music and taught herself guitar. After moving twice -- first to London, Ontario, and then to Carbondale, IL -- Colvin formed the Shawn Colvin Band, a hard rock outfit whose high-energy demands soon strained her voice. She relocated to Austin, TX, where she joined the Western swing band the Dixie Diesels and sang with the band until nodes forced a temporary retirement at age 24. In 1983, she moved to New York, where she found a home in the city's singer/songwriter scene and built a following in the surrounding area.
Throughout the '80s, Colvin worked her way up the folk circuit, also appearing in off-Broadway shows such as Pump Boys and Dinettes, Diamond Studs, and Lie of the Mind. Her work also appeared in Fast Folk magazine, and she got her first break in 1987 singing backup on Suzanne Vega's hit song "Luka." By the following year, she had found a songwriting partner in John Leventhal, who began providing melodies for Colvin's lyrics. A live tape sold at Colvin's shows (Live '88) attracted the attention of Columbia Records, who signed her the same year in the wake of success from such like-minded performers as Tracy Chapman, Suzanne Vega, and the Indigo Girls.
Steady On, released in 1989, won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Recording. Colvin's 1992 sophomore effort, the more pop-oriented Fat City, earned her two more nominations -- Best Contemporary Folk Recording and Best Female Pop Vocal for the single "I Don't Know Why" -- as well as considerable critical praise and a growing crossover audience. In addition, "I Don't Know Why" became a big adult contemporary hit. Cover Girl, an album of cover songs, met with mixed reviews and modest sales in 1994, but Colvin again earned a nomination for Best Contemporary Folk Recording.
Colvin continues to sing and play live to the many happy faces eagerly awaiting the ability to sing about “Sunny” and how Sunny came home… with a vengeance. It’s almost an anthem to the angst ridden soul full of love and ready for repairs of the past.
Rolling the Stones are scheduled to play the Galaxy Theatre on Friday, February 19th. Also playing is That Was Then. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased for $15.00 through the ticket office at The Coach House by calling 714.957.0600 or online by visiting www.galaxytheatre.com
Got an urge to see the Rolling Stones?
You can, with "Rolling the Stones". Don’t be surprised if you find yourself having to take a second look to make sure it isn’t the real thing. These lads sound, look and move like the Rolling Stones. Starting with their version of the musicians, such as their very own Mick Jagged and Keith Riffhard, followed by Charlie Swatts, Bill Why-man and Ronnie B. Goode. With the five characters in place, add the rest of the band - singers, keyboardist and horns. You are transported to a Rolling Stones show with uncanny musical and visual replication accurate enough to be worthy of the world's greatest rock and roll band. Experience Mick's high energy moves and vocals, Keith's prowling and riffs, Charlie's steady backbeat, Bill's throbbing bass and Ronnie's hot licks. "Rolling the Stones" goes above and beyond your expectations...
experience the show and see for yourself.
The February meeting of the Orange County chapter of Americans United for Separation of Church and State will be on Saturday, February 20th at 2:00 pm at the Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue, Irvine. Dr. Phil Zuckerman, author of the 2008 book “Society without God” will host a discussion about what we can learn from countries less religious than our own. He will focus on issues of religion, justice and contentment.
Dr. Zuckerman received his PhD in sociology from the University of Oregon. He currently is a professor at Pitzer College in Claremont where he teaches sociology and a graduate seminar on the sociology of religion. In 2005 Dr. Zuckerman was a guest professor in Denmark where he did research on secularization and its impact on society. He is a prolific author and in addition to “Society without God” he has written “Strife in the Sanctuary: Religious Schism in a Jewish Community.” He has also been a contributor on “The Huffington Post” where he has written on “The Religious Support behind Proposition 8.” For more information call 714-299-4551 or visit the web site at www.au-oc.org
The 17th Annual Weiner National Dachshund Races
will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 3 p.m. Dozens of
dachshunds will scramble in pursuit of fame and imaginative lures
as hundreds of spectators cheer them on. Some of the dogs will
have trained for minutes with a team of two handlers each who
encourage, cajole and plead with the willful little dogs to focus
on the high-stakes race instead of interesting sights, sounds
and smells along the route.
After
the doggies do their thing, you can focus your attention on copious
quantities of food and beer, and enjoy the nostalgia of centuries-old
traditions in a miniature Bavarian village with cobblestone streets,
imported lanterns and 70 murals depicting European scenes. And
while the tempting aromas of bratwurst and sauerkraut waft through
the village, you're still close enough to the beach to almost
smell the salt air.
The dachshund, a type of hound dog, was bred in
Germany to hunt badgers and other small prey. Their short legs
are ideal for following such prey into burrows-but not so ideal
for long, loping strides that might be useful for racing. But
the scrappy little dogs manage to chase their 'prey' to the finish
line two at a time until a winner is determined. And, typical
of the crazy world of California politics, the winners ride with
the mayor in the Oktoberfest Parade.
Dachshund
racing gained popularity in the '90s after Miller Brewing Co.
held a race in Shreveport, La. spawned by a series of commercials
featuring dachshunds. Today, the races have become wildly popular
across the country in places like Ohio, Minnesota, Montana, Florida,
Missouri, Texas and Alabama. Many races benefit animal shelters
or rescue organizations.
While you are in the Old World Village browse through
45 specialty shops built in the Bavarian style. Hermanns Crystal
that boasts a huge selection of everything from authentic nutcrackers
to Limited Edition Lladro sculptures miniatures to imported German
beer steins. You can buy lederhosen at Heidi's Imports for your
young son to wear proudly at next year's Oktoberfest.
While the fall season inspires nostalgia for times
of old, Southern Californians need not join the throngs shopping
for the holidays at some crowded mall. At Old World Village in
Huntington Beach, you can celebrate the season and purchase a
gift that is truely unique and afterward you can still hit the
beach.
FOR MORE DETAILS, Call (714) 898-5111
Join Rabbi Nancy Myers on February 21st, 2010 at 9:00am as she leads a discussion about Jewish customs and traditions at times of loss. Jewish ritual helps people psychologically confront their loss, anchors us with timeless traditions, and creates a community for support and comfort. Session will discuss from the time of death, funeral, shiva, sheloshim, and more. The discussion is open to the community and will take place in one of the back classrooms of Temple Beth David of Orange County, located at 6100 Hefley Street, Westminster, CA. For more information call: Temple Beth David office (714) 892-6623
Join the American Cancer Society in the fight to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays by participating in our Kickoff Party for the “18th Annual Relay For Life” of Huntington Beach on Friday, February 26, 2009 starting at 6:30 pm at the Hilton Waterfront Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA. Complimentary appetizers will be served, a cash bar will be available and inspirational guest speakers will make this a night to remember.
HB RFL Event Chair Victoria Alberty says, “Over the years I’ve known way too many people who have suffered with cancer. Some are survivors; sadly some lost their battle. Everyone involved in our Relay believes in what they’re doing – and they volunteer their time and efforts because they care”.
This inspiring event unites the entire community in celebrating those who have had cancer, remembering loved ones lost, and providing an opportunity to fight back against the disease. Relay For Life supports the Society’s mission to save lives by helping people stay well, by helping people get well, by finding cures and by fighting back.
Bring your friends, family, and co-workers to the Kick-Off Party on February 26th where you can get a sneak peek of the Relay experience as well as information to take away with you. This is a FREE event (except for discounted parking of $5.00)
The “Huntington Beach Relay for Life” will be held May 15th and 16th, 2010. You can learn more about it, see photo’s from past events and watch a video at www.relayforlifehb.com. Come join us for a memorable event! Celebrate, Remember, Fight Back!
Mayhem, Mystery, Murderous Intentions & Music return each year to San Juan Capistrano in our somewhat authentic Old West Style Melodramas as they present San Juan's Dirty Laundry. Here at the Camino Real Playhouse our brand of authentic old west style melodramas have been thrilling audiences each season since 1990. Turn back the calendar and prepare for a hilarious time that appeals to all ages where everyone joins in the fun by cheering the hero, booing the villain and tossing the occasional foam "rock" at that vile and reprehensible scoundrel. Oh no! ... Say it isn't true! ... I missed the 2009 production of The Broken Badge ... please tell me what happened ... I simply must know. For those of you that missed our great melodrama ... you will just have to wait 5 years until it comes back again ... sorry ... you snooze ... you lose. So don't miss our new great production in 2010 ... which marks the 20th anniversary of the Playhouse.
This adaptation of the story of Modesta Avila whose efforts to stop the train from running through San Juan Capistrano put the town in turmoil and was the "Law and Order" of its day! Of course we have added some great music, some familiar town characters and a whole slew of shameless plugs referencing local merchants. You will love every minute and will of course be able to answer the question ... "Will her Knickers ever be clean?" The most fun you will ever have in the theatre in years. Suitable for the entire family with foam rocks to throw at the villain and cue cards to remind us to "Boo" or "Cheer". Camino Real Playhouse - 31776 El Camino Real - San Juan Capistrano - CA 92675 - Phone: (949) 489-8082
Show Dates
Friday 2/26/2010 8:00 PM - $15 (Preview)
Saturday 2/27/2010 6:30 PM - $30 (Gala)
Sunday 2/28/2010 2:00 PM - $20
Friday 3/5/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Saturday 3/6/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Sunday 3/7/2010 2:00 PM - $20
Friday 3/12/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Saturday 3/13/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Sunday 3/14/2010 2:00 PM - $20
Thursday 3/18/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Friday 3/19/2010 8:00 PM - $20
Saturday 3/20/2010 8:00 PM - $20
If you asked me what my “perfect night out on the town with my friends” would be, and present one of the choices being a night of Midget Wrestling & Rock N’ Roll, that would definitely win. Hands down. So when an opportunity such as this hits my town, you better bet, I’m the first in line. Add one of the favorite local bands to the line up and we have a night of memories to be made. Enter, Orange County’s first ever, MIDGET WRESTLING & ROCK N’ ROLL night at the Galaxy Theatre in Santa Ana. Featuring The Micro Wrestling Federation hosted with music by Franki Doll & The Broken Toys. It is a night not to miss.
This event will sell out, so get your tickets now! The show will take place on Friday, February 26th at The Galaxy Theatre in Santa Ana. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased in advance for $15.00 through the ticket office at The Galaxy Theatre by calling 714-957-0600 or online by visiting www.galaxytheatre.com or www.ticketmaster.com.
For those of you who are unfamiliar with the Micro Wrestling Foundation, it is exactly what it sounds like, pure and untainted – MIDGET WRESTLING. The Micro Wrestling Federation, home of the worlds most professional Micro Wrestling athletes are set to come through Orange County in August and will be doing the only Southern California event of this tour at The Galaxy Theatre. The MWF was founded in February of 2000 and has been running strong ever since. The mission statement of the Micro Wrestling Federation is, “to show the world that we are equal, that we are serious athletes, and that we have the will and determination to succeed.” We ask you to come support these amazing little athletes with us. Since the beginning of time the general population has looked at Micro People (Dwarfs, Midgets, LP’s) under five foot tall as “Freaks of Nature”. In the entertainment world Micro’s were often used in comedic aspects in sports, movies, commercials, etc. In MWF our talent is an entertainment machine that provides a balance between serious “Sports Entertainment” with a touch of comedic value as well. Our “Micro Maniacs” walk away from one of our unique events feeling as though they know the Micro Entertainer as a talented performer.
Speaking of talented performers, this night will be hosted by Miss Franki Doll with live music from Franki Doll & The Broken Toys. When asked about the show, Franki Doll said; “This will, by far, be one of those nights that I will for sure feel like I, and the crowd got well more than our monies worth. This one may be, by far the most unique show to ever hit the Galaxy, aside from Gwar. Either way, if you miss it, you’re missing out big time.”
