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		<title>Catalina Island Marathon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[March 13, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Enjoy some of the most breathtaking scenery while running 26.2 miles over the Island of Catalina. The race traverses mostly dirt trails and roads through areas of the interior of the Island where very few have gone. The race starts in Two Harbors and runs to Avalon. It is a hilly, challenging Marathon, but worth every mile! Who knows, you may even run with some buffalos! <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/marathon-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>2010 Ocean Ohana Catalina Challenge</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[March 28, 2010 (Avalon)<br />The Ocean Ohana Catalina Challenge is California's premier outrigger and paddleboard relay event. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/ohana-catalina-challenge-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Art Fair and Exhibition</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 2-4, 2010 (Avalon)<br />The Catalina Art Association will be hosting the 1st Festival of the year on Catalina with their new festival, The CAFE (Catalina Art Fair &amp; Exhibition). ]]></description>
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		<title>Easter Sunday at Two Harbors</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 4, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Hop on over to Two Harbors for our annual Easter egg hunt and have your little ones search for the elusive &quot;Golden Egg.&quot;&nbsp; Sponsored by Corsair Yacht Club. ]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Conservancy Ball</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 10, 2010 (Avalon)<br />The 15th Annual Catalina Island Conservancy Ball includes dinner, music, dancing and silent and live auctions. Watch for details. The 2010 Conservancy Ball &ndash; <i>Catalina Rocks!</i> &ndash; celebrates the work of the Conservancy as well as the many unique geological features that the Island possesses. ]]></description>
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		<title>Rubber Ducky Derby</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 11, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Annual fundraising event to sponsor the local children's theatre company. The rubber ducky derby begins at noon on South Beach. For more information contact Kids at Play at (310) 510-0288. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/rubber-ducky-derby-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Earth Day</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 17, 2010 (Avalon)<br />10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Explore the natural side of Catalina Island and enjoy organic food, green living displays and demonstrations, family activities and live music. Location: Nature Center at Avalon Canyon. Information: 310-510-0954 <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/earth-day-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Spring Fest</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[April 25, 2010 (Avalon)<br />11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.<br />
Food, Music and Games! Join the community at the Field of Dreams for an afternoon of fun for the whole family. Contact: City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987 <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/spring-fest-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Rugby Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 1, 2010 (Avalon)<br />The 2010 Old Boy's Rugby Tournament will maintain the traditional format - rugby on Saturday May1, recovery on Sunday May 2. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/rugby-festival-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber Day</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 5, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Chamber Day is not only a fund-raiser for our Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber, but also the largest single-day scuba charity event in the United States.&nbsp;Spend the day diving Catalina and touring our Chamber, and will spend the evening dining under the Blue Whale at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Watch for details. ]]></description>
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		<title>Silent Film Benefit</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 15, 2010 (Avalon)<br />1:00 p.m. - This annual event benefits the Catalina Island Museum.<br />
Check back for details! ]]></description>
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		<title>The Avalon Ball</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 15, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Dress in your best vintage, evening attire or fantasy costume and dance the Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Balboa, The Charleston, Tango, Foxtrot, The Waltz and more&nbsp;at the historic Avalon Casino Ballroom. Reservations: 310-659-3326. ]]></description>
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		<title>White Seabass &amp; Halibut Tournament</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[May 21-22, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Time to get out the Rod &amp; Reel and join Two Harbors for the White Seabass &amp; Halibut Championship Series.&nbsp; This is event is sponsored by Western Outdoor News, United Anglers, and many more. ]]></description>
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		<title>Flying Fish Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 3 - June 10, 2010 (Avalon)<br />3rd&nbsp;Annual Flying Fish Festival is a four day event to 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-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>6th Annual Taste Around of Avalon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 3, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Sample tastes&nbsp;fom some of Avalon's finest dining establishments. Vote for your favorite taste of food and drink as the Taste of the Year. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/flying-fish-festival-2009-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 5, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Join Two Harbors on the beach for&nbsp;their unique 9th Annual Summer Wine Festival.&nbsp; There will be fine wine, live music, &amp; much more.&nbsp; Get your tickets in advance, this event will sell out. Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Yacht Dog Show</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[June 26, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Don your doggie lifejackets and hurry ashore for Two Harbor's annual Yacht Dog show.&nbsp; Strut your mutt and show our judges what your dog can do. Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Children's Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 3, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Kick off Independence Day with our 25th Annual Children's Festival.&nbsp;&nbsp; Have your kids join us on the beach for crafts &amp; activities. Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Dinghy Boat Race</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 3, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Teams meet&nbsp;on the beach to race inflatables in&nbsp;Two Harbor's &nbsp;2nd Annual Dinghy Race.&nbsp; Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams.. Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Two Harbors Firework Show</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 3, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Come watch our spectacular firework show over the Isthmus Harbor.&nbsp; Fireworks begin at dark. Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Annual Parade &amp; Fireworks</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 4, 2010 (Avalon)<br />1:00 p.m. - Join us for our famous parade down Crescent Avenue led by the USC Marching Band.<br />
9:00 p.m. - Fireworks display over Avalon Bay. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/july-4th-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Gold Star Dive</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 17, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Skin and scuba divers search for gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park. This event is a fundraiser for the Sheriff's Department S.T.A.R. (Success Through Awareness and Resistance) program and the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. For more information call the LA County Sheriff's Department (310) 510-0174. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/gold-star-dive-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Ski Race</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[July 17, 2010 (Avalon)<br />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. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/ski-race-2009-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 7, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Meet on the beach at Two Harbors for a fun filled day with team relays and races at our 12th Annual Children's Challenge.&nbsp; Prizes will be awarded.&nbsp; Kids of all ages are welcome.&nbsp;Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Church Mouse Marlin Tournament</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[August 30-31, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Non-profit marlin fishing tournament, all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. More than $700,000 has been raised over the last 18 years! For more information call (310) 467-2371. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/churchmouse-2008-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 4, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Come test your athletic skills and compete for the furthest toss at Two Harbor's 24th Annual Buffalo Chip Toss.&nbsp; Choose your chip wisely; prizes will be awarded for the furthest throws.&nbsp;Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>US Outrigger Catalina Channel Crossing</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 11-12, 2010 (Avalon)<br />More than 1,000 canoe paddlers from around the globe will compete&nbsp;in the 2010 Catalina Channel Crossing US Championships. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/channel-crossing-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>52nd Annual Festival of Art</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 17-19, 2010 (Avalon)<br />Artists from all over the country exhibit and sell their works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts and photography. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/art-festival-2009-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 18, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Celebrate our 8th Annual Microbrew Fest on the beach in Two Harbors with great Microbrews and live music.&nbsp;Contact Leslie Luchau 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 25, 2010 (Avalon)<br />15th annual fundraiser featuring over 50 wineries, delectable hors d'oeuvres and smooth jazz. Proceeds help support mentoring and scholarship programs. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/wine-festival-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Jazz Trax</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[September 30-October 17 (Thrusday - Sunday), 2010 (Avalon)<br />JazzTrax is a three weekend event featuring 30 different smooth jazz artists performing unplugged in the island's interior at El Rancho Escondido&nbsp;and in the historic Casino Ballroom. Art Good features the newest and best talent in the smooth jazz genre. ]]></description>
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		<title>Buccaneers Day</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 2, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Argh Mateys! Come celebrate Two Harbor's 21st Annual Buccaneer's Day.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Cruisers Weekend</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 15, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Cruise on over to Two Harbors and enjoy a relaxing weekend filled with seminars, exhibits, and live music.&nbsp; Sponsored by Latitudes and Attitudes.&nbsp;Contact Leslie Luchau at 310-510-4249. ]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Festival of World Music</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 23, 2010 (Avalon)<br />11:00 a.m.-Dark - The Catalina Island World Music Festival is a family friendly festival held at the Field of Dreams. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/world-music-festival-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Annual Halloween Parade</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[October 31, 2010 (Avalon)<br />4:00 p.m. - 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-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Triathlon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 6, 2010 (Avalon)<br />The Catalina Island Triathlon features a half-mile swim in the calm waters of Avalon Bay, a 15K three-loop cycle course to Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Garden and a 3K run course to Hamilton Cove. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/triathlon-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Catalina Island Museum Telethon</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 11, 2010 (Avalon)<br />7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.<br />
Broadcast live on local channel 3 and streaming live from eCatalina.com. The Telethon features musicians, dancers, comedians and much more! All proceeds support programs and activities of the Catalina Island Museum. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/museum-telethon-2009-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 13, 2010 (Avalon)<br />During the course of the marathon, you will traverse single track trails, ridgelines, and vistas that will afford views of the Pacific Ocean &ndash; from BOTH sides of the island. You will run through three entirely different eco-systems and see the plant life and animal life in each. Don&rsquo;t be surprised to see buffalo on the course, seals in the water, and bald eagles overhead. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/eco-marathon-2009-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Thanksgiving Island Style</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[November 25, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />Enjoy a traditional family style Thanksgiving dinner complete with all the trimmings in a unique Island setting at Two Harbors.&nbsp; Reservations are required; please call the Harbor Reef Restaurant at 310-510-4215. ]]></description>
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		<title>Mt. Ada Open House</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 6, 2010 (Avalon)<br />2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - This is one of the Catalina Island Museum's longest running events. The Museum buys all the rooms in the Inn and helps you kick off the holiday in style with cookies, wassil and the historic Mt. Ada mansion, once the retreat of William Wrigley Jr. Be sure to buy tickets to win the entire Inn for the night and purchase raffle tickets at the vent and support the Catalina Island Museum. <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/mt-ada-open-house-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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		<title>New Year's Eve at Two Harbors</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 31, 2010 (Two Harbors)<br />What better place to ring in the New Year, than Two Harbors.&nbsp; Join us at the Harbor Reef Restaurant for dinner, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight.&nbsp; Come enjoy and leave the driving to the Shoreboats.&nbsp; Please call for reservations, 310-510-4215. ]]></description>
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		<title>New Year's Eve Celebrations</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[December 31, 2010 (Avalon)<br /><strong>Two parties for the price of one<br />
</strong>El Galleon Restaurant and Antonio's Pizzeria &amp; Cabaret ring in 2011 with their ANNUAL NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTIES! <br />
<strong>Casino Ballroom<br />
</strong>For reservations or more information call the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520.<br />
<i><b>Check back for more events and locations.</b></i> <br /><a href="http://www.ecatalina.com/new-years-eve-2008-video.html" target="_blank"><i>Watch streaming video of this event</i></a>]]></description>
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