Best Of OC: Week Of September 22
With fall upon us. this week presents your opportunity to get your season started off right with two fabulously autumn themed events this week: a kick-off for Oktoberfest and a Halloween celebration at the Disneyland Resort. The iconic Queen Mary turns 80 this week as well, and you are invited to her party. For another trip down history lane, don't miss the chance to dress to the nines at a black and white Gatsby-themed soiree midweek.
Monday, September 22
Spa Opening: clubDetox
1040 Bayside Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92658
(949) 219-0112
www.clubdetoxoc.com
ClubDetox, the revolutionary and comprehensive detox program, has opened its newest location at the Bayside Center in Newport Beach. With a variety of services offered including infrared sauna, juice detoxes, alkaline living water, weight loss and food nutrition programs, and more, you'll get your healthy program off to a great start. Lenka Koloma, founder of clubDetox, started the clean living program out of a desperate need to find health and energy in the tired & sluggish body of a busy mom.
Tuesday, September 23
Sip LBC: Cutthroat Cocktail Bartender Competition
Hotel Maya
700 Queensway Bay
Long Beach, CA 90802
www.siplbc.com
The inaugural Long Beach Wine, Beer & Spirits Week features an entire week's lineup of fun, interactive, and exciting events for the lovers of adult beverages taking place at over 25 restaurants, hotels, and bars. The Cutthroat Cocktail Bartender Competition takes place tonight at the Hotel Maya's outdoor Esplanade with contestants from Bo-Beau Rooftap Bar, The Federal Bar, EJ Malloy's, and Rocks Cocktail Lounge; Chef Rahm Fama, host of the Food Network's Meat & Potatoes will serve as emcee. Bartenders will battle it out for title and cash prize as they whip through three cocktail challenges and various sabotages. Stop by for a great time!
Wednesday, September 24
Halloween Time
Disneyland Resort
1313 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 781-4565
www.disneyland.com
Get your Halloween fun out of the way early with a visit to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. With a head start, Disney has already undergone their massive fall-themed transformation which features beautifully designed decorations and tasty fall themed treats offered throughout the parks. In addition, you can celebrate the season by riding Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, both completely redesigned for the season. Meet with your favorite Disney villains at the Halloween Carnival at Big Thunder Ranch; kids can make crafts and play games while you wait.
Thursday, September 25
Gatsby's Black & White Soiree
Muckenthaler Cultural Center
1201 W Malvern Ave.
Fullerton, CA 92833
(714) 738-6595
www.themuck.org
Celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Muckenthaler Cultural Center along with Sara McFerrin, the 2014 Arts Legacy Award Winner at a fancy Gatsby's Black & White Soiree. Enjoy live music from Janet Klein and Her Parlor Boys while you dine on extravagant tastes from Colette's Catering Extraordinaire and watch Joe Monti, the captivating Magic Castle magician, impress you with his sleight of hand. $100.
Friday, September 26
Queen Mary 80th Birthday
1126 Queens Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90802
(877) 342-0738
www.queenmary.com
On Friday, the beloved Long Beach icon is celebrating her 80th birthday and you are invited to the celebration! With no charge to enter the ship and discounted tours and attractions, the day's festivities will include a reading of King George V 1934 launching letter as well as a delicious quarter-ton, 15-foot-long cake replica of the Queen Mary! All tours and attractions will be offered at a discounted price of $10.
Saturday, September 27
OktoberFestival
Balboa Bay Resort
1221 West Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(877) 977-2998
www.balboabayresort.com
Don't let the month fool you, the first annual OktoberFestival will be held at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach this Saturday from 2-5pm on the lawn. This official launch into the Oktoberfest season will feature live music, Bavarian treats, and of course, a wide assortment of cold beer. Over 15 beers from around the world will be available to sample as you play fun drinking games with fellow partygoers. The souvenir beer tasting stein is yours for the keeping.
Sunday, September 28
"Legally Blonde: The Musical"
Attic Community Theater
2834 S. Fairview
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 856-0571
atticcommunitytheater.weebly.com
Based on the fan favorite novel and film of the same name, "Legally Blonde: The Musical" is a hilarious trip from sorority girl to law school, following Elle Woods, who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend. Directed by Kathy Paladino, this community theater production offers an affordable way to see musical theater at its best.