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		<title>White Seabass &amp; Halibut Tournament</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 19-20, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Time to get out the Rod &amp; Reel and join us for the White Seabass &amp; Halibut Championship Series. This is event is sponsored by Western Outdoor News, United Anglers, and many more. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>8th Annual Taste Around of Avalon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 31, 2012 (Avalon)<br />Enjoy the most scrumptious tastes of delectable food or beverages from some of Avalon&rsquo;s finest dining establishments. Vote for your favorite &ldquo;tastes&rdquo; of food, drink and dessert as the Taste of the Year! Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520 &nbsp; ]]></description>
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		<title>Flying Fish Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 1-3, 2012 (Avalon)<br />Join us for the 5th Annual Flying Fish Festival and celebrate the return of the incomparable Catalina Flying Fish with a variety of family fun themed activities. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/flying-fish-festival-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Summer Wine Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 9, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Join us on the beach in Two Harbors for our unique 10th Annual Summer Wine Festival. There will be fine wine, live music, &amp; much more. Get your tickets in advance, this event will sell out. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249
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		<title>2nd Annual Catalina: The Wild Side Art Show and Sale</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 22-23, 2012 (Avalon)<br /><b>Saturday: </b>Eleven nationally acclaimed plein air artists will display their interpretations of Catalina's rugged wildlands as well as Avalon and Two Harbors at the 2nd Annual Catalina: <i>The Wild Side Art Show and Sale</i>. Proceeds from the sale of these unique paintings help to establish a permanent collection of plein air artwork that documents the Island's &quot;wild side&quot; and the Conservancy's restoration efforts. <br />
<b>Friday Evening:</b> The Conservancy will host a special Artists Preview Dinner at Castillo del Mar, the spectacular home of Blanny Avalon Hagenah, a great-granddaughter of William Wrigley Jr. Our featured plein air artists will join us to discuss and preview select paintings that will be available at this year's show. Send email to rsvp@catalinaconservancy.org to be added to mailing list. ]]></description>
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		<title>Yacht Dog Show</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 23, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Don your doggie lifejackets and hurry ashore for our annual Yacht Dog show. Strut your mutt and show our judges what your dog can do. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>Opening Day</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 29-30, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Although Two Harbors is open year round, we would like to invite &ldquo;First Timers&rdquo; &amp; &ldquo;Old Timers&rdquo; alike to kick off the summer season. Join us for a weekend of boating seminars, beach BBQ&rsquo;s, &amp; much more. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>4th of July Celebration</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 4, 2012 (Avalon)<br />1:00 p.m. - USC Marching Band leads parade down Crescent Avenue. <br />
9:00 p.m. - Fireworks display over Avalon Bay. ]]></description>
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		<title>Fireworks Display 2012</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 6, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Come watch the spectacular fireworks show over Isthmus Harbor. Fireworks begin at dark. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249
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		<title>Annual Dinghy Parade</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 7, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Decorate your dinghy in a creative patriotic theme and follow us in a parade through the coves of the West End for our 11th Annual Dinghy Parade. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative dinghies. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>Children's Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 7, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Kick off Independence Day Weekend with our 27th Annual Children's Festival. Have you kids join us on the main beach for crafts and activities. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>63rd Annual Catalina Ski Race</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 21, 2012 (Avalon)<br />63rd Annual - The Greatest Water Ski Race in the World! Water skiers from around the globe come once a year to California determined to finish the 62 statute-mile race. Being a part of this great race, attracts the world's greatest skiers. Long Beach to Catalina and back. &nbsp; <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/catalina-ski-race-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>14th Annual Gold Star Dive</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 21, 2012 (Avalon)<br />&nbsp;Skin and scuba divers search for gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park. This event is a fundraiser for the Sheriff&rsquo;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&rsquo;s Dept. (310) 510-0174. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/gold-star-dive-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Children's Challenge</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[August 4, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Meet on the beach for a fun filled day with team relays and races at our 14th Annual Children&rsquo;s Challenge. Prizes will be awarded. Kids of all ages are welcome. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>22nd Annual Church Mouse Marlin Invitational</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[August 27-28, 2012 (Avalon)<br />&nbsp;Non-profit marlin fishing tournament, 100% release - all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. Over $885,000 has been donated over the years. For more information call (310) 467-2371. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/churchmouse-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Jimmy Walker Buffalo Chip Toss</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 1, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Come test your athletic skills and compete for the furthest toss at our 26th Annual Buffalo Chip Toss. Choose your chip wisely; prizes will be awarded for the furthest throws. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Channel Outrigger Championships</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 8-9, 2012 (Avalon)<br />More than 60 canoe clubs and hundreds of paddlers from around the globe will compete in the 2012 Catalina Channel Crossing US Championships.This is a&nbsp;2-day event with races between Catalina Island &amp; Newport Beach. Saturday Women/Coed race 26 miels and Sunday the Men race back (30 miles). <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/outrigger-history-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Microbrew Fest</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 15, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Celebrate our 10th Annual Microbrew Fest on the beach in Two Harbors with great Microbrews and live music. Tickets go on sale August 1st call (310) 510-4205. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Womens Forum Wine Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 15, 2012 (Avalon)<br />&nbsp;17th annual fundraiser featuring over 80 wineries, delectable hors d&rsquo;oeuvres and smooth jazz. Net proceeds help support mentoring and scholarship programs. Tickets: (310) 510-1520. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/wine-festival-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>54th Annual Festival of Art</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 21-23, 2012 (Avalon)<br />Artists from all over the country exhibit along Crescent Avenue and sell their works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts &amp; photography. Catalina Art Association (310) 510-2788. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/catalina-art-festival-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Conservancy Half-Marathon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 29, 2012 (Avalon)<br />Runners enjoy the expansive Catalina Island Conservancy Nature Preserve with its spectacular vistas while being challenged by the rugged terrain. They&rsquo;ll also have the special thrill of knowing they&rsquo;re in bison territory&mdash;the Conservancy manages a free-ranging herd of 150 of the majestic animals. ]]></description>
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		<title>The Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 4-21 (Thursday-Sunday), 2012 (Avalon)<br />This three weekend event features 30 different smooth jazz stars performing &ldquo;Unplugged at Descanso Beach Club&rdquo; on Thursdays and in the historic Casino Ballroom, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Art Good features the newest and best talent in the smooth jazz genre. For tickets and information call (866) 872-9849 or visit our website. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/jazz-trax-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Buccaneer Days</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 5-6, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Argh Mateys! Come celebrate our 23st Annual Buccaneer&rsquo;s Day. Don your best pirate attire and set sail for Two Harbors for a day of treasure hunts, costume contests, great food, live music and a lot of fun. The fun starts on Friday with a band and DJ late into the night. Saturday brings all kinds of fun activities, great food, cold drinks, more live music and DJ! There will be a cover charge of $10 for the entire event. ??Band and DJ on Friday and Saturday. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249 ]]></description>
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		<title>Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 6-7, 2012 (Avalon)<br />Stand Up Paddleboard Festival with demonstrations, films and races from Descanso Beach for the winning cash purse. Spectator viewing at Descanso Beach, along the walkway and at Casino Point. Watch for details. ]]></description>
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		<title>Island to Island Waterman Relay &amp; Luau Celebration</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 13, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Join us at Two Harbors for the 2nd Annual Watermna Relay. A relay race from Santa Barbara Island to Two Harbors, followed by a Luau Dinner and Show. For tickets and information call (310) 510-4205. ]]></description>
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		<title>Cruisers Weekend</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 19-20, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Cruise on over to Two Harbors and enjoy a relaxing weekend filled with seminars, exhibits, and live music. Sponsored by Latitudes and Attitudes. For Information Regarding Two Harbors Events contact Leslie Luchau-Boutillier at (310) 510-4249
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		<title>Annual Halloween Parade</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 31, 2012 (Avalon)<br />4:00 p.m. - &nbsp;Don your favorite costume and join island school kids and residents for the Annual Halloween Parade down Crescent Avenue. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/halloween-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>28th Annual Catalina Island Triathlon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 3, 2012 (Avalon)<br />&nbsp;Swim it, Bike it, Run it, Tri it! Experience the beauty of Catalina Island and the City of Avalon with the perfect end of season triathlon. Come for the weekend or for the day and experience all that Catalina has to offer. For more information contact Spectrum Sports Management 909-399-3553. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/catalina-triathlon-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Eco-Marathon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 10, 2012 (Avalon)<br />&nbsp;Run over 20 miles of single track trails and ridgelines with views of the Pacific Ocean on both sides of the island. Run through a variety of eco-systems, each with unique plant and animal life. Spectrum Sports Management at (909) 399-3553. ]]></description>
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		<title>Thanksgiving Island Style</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 22, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />Enjoy a traditional family style Thanksgiving dinner complete with all the trimmings in a unique Island setting. Reservations are required; please call the Harbor Reef Restaurant at 310-510-4215.
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		<title>19th Annual Shop at Home Night</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 16, 2012 (Avalon)<br />A one-night shopping extravaganza with holiday discounts, strolling carolers and prize drawings. Shop At Home Night kicks off with a holiday tree lighting ceremony on Wrigley Stage. Get your picture taken with Santa when you bring 2 canned goods for a food drive to El Galleon from 6pm-8:30pm.
&nbsp; <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/shop-at-home-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Grand Prix</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 7-9, 2012 (Avalon)<br />The Catalina Grand Prix Motorcycle Event scheduled for December 7-9. Check back for details. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/catalina-grand-prix-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>New Years Eve at Two Harbors</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 31, 2012 (Two Harbors)<br />What better place to ring in the New Year, than Two Harbors. Join us at the Harbor Reef Restaurant for dinner, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight. Come enjoy and leave the driving to the Shoreboats. Please call for reservations, 310-510-4215.
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		<title>New Year's Eve Celebrations</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 31, 2012 (Avalon)<br /><b>El Galleon &amp; Antonio's New Year's Eve Dual Party</b> - Tickets good for both restaurants! Join us from 8:30pm to 1am. Includes party favors and champagne at midnight. For tickets and dinner reservations call El Galleon (310)510-1188.<br />
<b>40th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration</b>, Casino Ballroom - Dance in the New Year at this black-tie optional event in the world famous Casino Ballroom. Reservations will go on sale July 2012. (310) 510-1520.<br />
Check back for more events and locations. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/new-years-eve-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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