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Cruise Ship Elation Visiting

Fitness Classes
Location: Various Locations
6:00 a.m. Body and Soul
Total body conditioning. An empowering experience that will leave you invigorated all day. You control your intensity. You can sweat off 500-700 calories per workout!
Contact: Wendy (310) 210-3399

8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Cardio Blast!
Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Bring your own towel, mat and water. Arrive early for a free consultation with Karla. See how amazing your body can be with the correct mindset and action.
Location: Tremont Hall - Cost: $10/class - Contact: Karla (310) 612-0302

Meet a Naturalist
Location: Crescent Avenue
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Come visit with a naturalist to answer all of your questions about Catalina Island's unique natural history and conservation stories. A Catalina Island Conservancy Summer Naturalist will be on hand.

Botanical Garden Guided Walk
Location: Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Garden
1 p.m-2 p.m. Free with your admission to the garden. Explore the rich history and unique nature of the Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Gardens. Leaves from the Garden Entrance at 1p.m.

Evening Exploration
Location: Hermit Gulch Campground
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Catalina Island Conservancy helps you discover the origins of Catalina Island, its wildlife and plant life while enjoying the evening air. Meet at the main fire circle at 7:30 pm

TWO HARBORS:
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Right off the pier are the answers to all of your questions about Catalina Island's unique natural history and conservation stories. A Catalina Island Conservancy Summer Naturalist will be on hand.

The Catalina Island Conservancy helps you discover the origins of Catalina Island, its wildlife and plant life while enjoying the evening air. Meet at the main fire circle at 7:30 pm.

Two Harbors Campground: Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Little Harbor Campground: Fridays, 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

At the Movies:
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
During the Meltdown, after the Ice Age ends, life changes for Manny and his friends. Scrat finds possible romance in a sabre-toothed squirrel, Manny and Ellie are expecting a baby, Diego thinks he has become too laid-back and Sid begins to wish he had a family of his own. All this while dodging dinosaurs.
Cast:
John Leguizamo, Queen Latifah, Denis Leary
Directed By:
Carlos Saldanha
Genre:
Animated Prehistoric Fantasy Adventure
Rated:
PG
Showtime:
Shows nightly at 7:00 p.m. and 9:15 p.m., except July 4th with 7:00 p.m. show only.
Official Site

Upcoming Community Events - View complete calendar

Fri 7/03	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sat 7/04	Independence Day
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sun 7/05	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Mon 7/06	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Women's Forum 5:30 p.m. - Women's Forum Meeting - Location: Catherine Hotel. Contact: PO Box 1377, Avalon, CA 90704.
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Tue 7/07	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	City Council Meeting SPECIAL EARLY SCHEDULE: 4:00 p.m. - The City of Avalon City Council Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Wed 7/08	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Lions Club 7:00 p.m. - Lions Club - Location: Catalina Canyon Resort.
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Thu 7/09	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
	Maritime Awareness Class The U.S. Coast Guard is offering a special S.E.T.S. Training Class in the Avalon City Hall Council Chambers on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. RSVP by email or phone no later than July 7, 2009.
Fri 7/10	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sat 7/11	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sun 7/12	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Mon 7/13	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Tue 7/14	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	Toastmasters 7:00 p.m. - Catalina Island Toastmasters Club #991 - Location: US Bank Founders Room. Contact: Dawn Lyn (VP Membership) (310) 510-3114.
	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs  Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Wed 7/15	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Thu 7/16	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Fri 7/17	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sat 7/18	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sun 7/19	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Mon 7/20	Women's Forum 5:30 p.m. - Women's Forum Meeting - Location: Catherine Hotel. Contact: PO Box 1377, Avalon, CA 90704.
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Tue 7/21	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	City Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. - The City of Avalon City Council Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Wed 7/22	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Lions Club 7:00 p.m. - Lions Club - Location: Catalina Canyon Resort.
	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Thu 7/23	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Fri 7/24	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sat 7/25	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Sun 7/26	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Mon 7/27	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Tue 7/28	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Wed 7/29	Planning Commission 7:00 p.m. - City of Avalon Planning Commission Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Playing at the Casino Theatre.
Mon 8/03	Women's Forum 5:30 p.m. - Women's Forum Meeting - Location: Catherine Hotel. Contact: PO Box 1377, Avalon, CA 90704.
Tue 8/04	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	City Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. - The City of Avalon City Council Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
Wed 8/05	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
Tue 8/11	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	Toastmasters 7:00 p.m. - Catalina Island Toastmasters Club #991 - Location: US Bank Founders Room. Contact: Dawn Lyn (VP Membership) (310) 510-3114.
Wed 8/12	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Lions Club 7:00 p.m. - Lions Club - Location: Catalina Canyon Resort.
Mon 8/17	Women's Forum 5:30 p.m. - Women's Forum Meeting - Location: Catherine Hotel. Contact: PO Box 1377, Avalon, CA 90704.
Tue 8/18	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
	City Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. - The City of Avalon City Council Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
Wed 8/19	Cruise Ship Elation Visiting Cruise Ship Elation Visiting
	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
Tue 8/25	Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting Cruise Ships Carnival Paradise Visiting
Wed 8/26	Planning Commission 7:00 p.m. - City of Avalon Planning Commission Meeting. Location: City Hall Council Chambers.
	Rotary Noon - Rotary Meeting. Location: Country Club Restaurant. Visit our website www.avalonrotary.org
	Lions Club 7:00 p.m. - Lions Club - Location: Catalina Canyon Resort.

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Easter Sonrise Service (4/12/09)
Families in Nature (4/11/09)
City Council Meeting (4/7/09)
Rubber Ducky Derby (4/5/09)
Opening of Trans Catalina Trail (4/4/09)
Avalon Harbor Office Remodel (3/26/09)
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City Council Meeting (3/3/09)
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Recent Community News - View complete news

Catalina Express and Island Rentals claim softball victories
Posted: Thursday, July 02, 2009 - Catalina Island Sports - Adults
The second week of the Men's Avalon Summer Softball League had Glenmore Hotel and Catalina Express facing off in the first game.  This game was back and forth until the fifth, when Catalina Express claimed the lead, and never let go.  Defensive highlights for Catalina Express belonged to Mario Chavez with his double play at second, the diving catch by Brett Hernandez in Center Field, and Jimmy Felix with the snag at shortstop.  For Glenmore Hotel, defensive honors went to Phil Mc Grath for the amazing catch in center, and Isaac Felix's running catch at pitcher.  Weston Leonhardi hit the first home run of the season for Catalina Express.  By the end of nine innings, Catalina Express claimed the victory with the score of 13-5.
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The Locker Room and Scott's Plumbing move on in tournament
Posted: Thursday, July 02, 2009 - Catalina Island Sports - Adults
We start with an apology for a mistake in the Top Batter announcement last week for the Co-Ed Softball season.  An error overlooked Jimmy Felix III's batting average of .826.  We apologize to both Jimmy and Isaac for the mistake made in the article last week, and congratulate Jimmy for winning top batter honors.
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U.S. Coast Guard offers Maritime Awareness Training Class
Posted: Thursday, July 02, 2009 - U.S. Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard is offering a special S.E.T.S. Training Class in the Avalon City Hall Council Chambers on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
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News from the Avalon Community Church June 30, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - Avalon Community Church
This Sunday, July 5th, 2009 is a communion Sunday. This week's teaching is titled, "Freedom of Choice?" based on scripture found in John 8:34-36; 18:38-40.  Then join us for a free Breakfast Bar downstairs during fellowship time. All are welcome. Please join us.
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Calvary Bible Church Service for July 5, 2009
Posted: Monday, June 29, 2009 - Calvary Bible Church
The Simplicity of The Gospel Part Two  --  Please join us this Sunday, July 5 at 10:00 a.m., as Calvary Bible Church hosts a special Bible Teaching & Communion Fellowship in the front lobby of the U.S. Bank Building, 303 Crescent Avenue (near the corner of Crescent & Metropole), offering a Biblical study of The Simplicity of the Gospel Part Two: Acts of The Apostles, Chapters 14 & 15.
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Avalon Summer Softball League Opens Season
Posted: Thursday, June 25, 2009 - Catalina Island Sports - Adults
The Mens Avalon Summer Softball League opened it's season on Friday, June 19.  52 men are playing on four sponsored teams:  Art, Caps n Designs, Catalina Express, Glenmore Hotel and Island Rentals.  The first game of the night was between Catalina Express and Art, Caps n Designs.  Art, Caps n Designs opened the game with three runs crossing the plate.  Jorge Hernandez ended the Catalina Express threat in the second with his amazing diving catch in center to rob Ulyces Alvarado of a base hit.  In the third Joe Hernandez had the amazing stop at shortstop to throw the runner out at second to record the first out of the inning.  Art, Caps n Designs went on in the third to add four more runs to their total.  Catalina Express got on the board in the fourth with a run.  Both teams continued to score throughout the remainder of the game, but Art, Caps n Designs never let go of the lead.  Final score Catalina Express 9, Art, Caps n Designs 14.
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The Locker Room Co-Ed League Champs
Posted: Thursday, June 25, 2009 - Catalina Island Sports - Adults
The Catalina Co-Ed Softball League wrapped up it's league play on Thursday, with The Locker Room capturing the League Champion title.  The Locker Room faced Hotel Metropole.  Both teams played short handed, with Hotel Metropole taking the early lead.  In the third The Locker Room rallied for 11 runs, to take the lead, and they never looked back.  Final score Hotel Metropole 10, The Locker Room 16.
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Debris Barriers will protect camps at Swains Canyon and Gallaghers
Posted: Thursday, June 25, 2009 - Catalina Island Conservancy
The Conservancy has just completed construction of unique 20-foot tall "ring nets" to protect the Catalina Island Marine Institute at Toyon Bay in Swains Canyon and Campus by the Sea at Gallaghers from the onslaught of mudslides in the event of a storm.
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Calvary Bible Church Service for June 28, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - Calvary Bible Church
Join us this Sunday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m., as Calvary Bible Church hosts a special Bible Teaching & Worship Service in the front lobby of the U.S. Bank Building, 303 Crescent Avenue (near the corner of Crescent & Metropole), offering a Biblical study of The Simplicity of the Gospel: Acts of The Apostles, Chapter 13.
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Catalina Bible Church Service for June 28, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - Catalina Bible Church
This Sunday Pastor Enrique will be teaching at the Avalon Community Church. His Wife, Santa, will lead worship. Avalon Community Church is located on the corner of Metropole Ave. and Beacon Street.
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July 4th Festivities on Catalina Island
Posted: Sunday, June 21, 2009 - Chamber of Commerce
Catalina Island is a fun-filled celebration this 4th of July! Join island residents, visitors and the USC Marching Band in the beautiful city of Avalon for the Annual Fourth of July Parade, Fireworks Display and Dinner, a great way for to honor our nation's independence while having loads of fun!
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Avalon Community Advistory Meeting
Posted: Sunday, June 21, 2009 - Assorted Sources
The 4th Community Advisory Meeting will be held Monday June 22, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Topics include all community issues, including public safety, community free space, activities and more.
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Visit official tall ship of the State of California and lecture
Posted: Thursday, June 18, 2009 - Catalina Island Museum
Mark your calendar for Friday, June 26 when the Catalina Island Museum has teamed up with the San Diego Maritime Museum to host a lecture and ship's visit of the Californian, the official tall ship of the State of California.
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Calvary Bible Church Service for June 21, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, June 16, 2009 - Calvary Bible Church
God's Vision of Fatherhood  --  Join us this Father's Day, Sunday, June 21 at 10:00 a.m., as Calvary Bible Church hosts a special Bible Teaching & Worship Service in the front lobby of the U.S. Bank Building, 303 Crescent Avenue (near the corner of Crescent & Metropole), as we explore God's Vision of Fatherhood.
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Avalon Lion's Club: A Legacy of 'Doing Things'
Posted: Monday, June 15, 2009 - Assorted Sources
For 20 years straight, Eddie Keyse, President of the San Pedro Chapter of the Lion's Club, and past Lion's Club District Governor, would travel across the Channel once a year to install the new Avalon Lion's Club President.  Keyes had a fondness for the Avalon Chapter, because it was the San Pedro Lions that sponsored the club on Catalina.
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Community Discussions - View all discussions

Community Thread
[read] - 06/28/09 Posted by: Lori Looking for jobs or housing?
[read] - 06/25/09 Posted by: puppy27 Studio Apt Available - Year round
[read] - 06/25/09 Posted by: puppy27 Apartments In The Avalon Area
[read] - 06/25/09 Posted by: puppy27 Looking for a second jobybody!
[read] - 06/25/09 Posted by: puppy27 Bachelor Apartment for rent
[read] - 06/22/09 Posted by: TonyO Pebbly Beach Road
[read] - 06/20/09 Posted by: lrivkin In need of a good window washer?
[read] - 06/20/09 Posted by: lrivkin Job Wanted

Memories & History
[read] - 06/26/09 Posted by: outrigger Does anyone remember the Waikiki ? Waikiki Club ?
[read] - 05/30/09 Posted by: BuccaneerRob Pirate Ship for Buccaneer Days!!
[read] - 04/18/09 Posted by: catalinagoose Goodbye SS Catalina
[read] - 03/16/09 Posted by: xislander Turtles of Avalon
[read] - 02/12/09 Posted by: avalon boater Catalina Flying Boats / Catalina Airlines
[read] - 09/10/08 Posted by: mwbudd Does Anyone Remember?
[read] - 06/19/08 Posted by: happyvisitor 1940's
[read] - 05/06/08 Posted by: mike4catalina Catalina Island pottery

Jobs

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Job Opportunity: Island Enterprises Now Hiring Ticket Agents and Walking Tour Guides
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Competitive Hourly Wages plus commissions. Day, evening and weekend shifts. Flexible schedule, fun work environment, state-of-the-art equipment. Must speak English. An equal opportunity employer. A Drug Free Environment.

Job Opportunity: Sales Clerk Needed
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Must be neat, friendly and speak English.

Rental: For Rent Year-Round
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
3 bedroom, 2 bath, with fireplace. Great view of the bay and hills.

Rental: Year Round Rental
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Available June 1st $2200/month. Spacious 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Fresh updates, common pool and spa.

Rental: Year Round Rental
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
2 bedroom, plus den, 2 bath, plus extra room, big decks & patios, wather & dryer, private parking. Totally seculded. $3,200.00 per month.

Rental: Apartment for Rent
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
3 bedroom, 2 bath, completely refurbished. No pets. 304 Marilla. $2,100 per month, plus utilities.

Rental: For Lease by the Year
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
2 bedroom, 1.5 bath downstairs. On the flats. 342 Eucalyptus. $1,800 per month.

Rental: Year Round Rental
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
1 bedroom, 1 bath condo at Hamilton Cove. $2,000 per month, plus utilities.

Rental: Cottage Style Home on the Flats for Rent
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Winter rental or year round. Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath. All new kitchen, new carpet, wired for cable and high definition TV. Furnished $2,000 per month, unfurnished $1,950. 234 Clarissa.

Rental: Annual or Seasonal Apartments For Rent
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Studio $850, 1 bedroom $1,000, 2 bedrooms with view from $1,850.

Job Opportunity: Now Hiring Reservationist
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Catalina-Marina del Rey Flyer is now hiring ticket office reservationist for oru Avalon Kiosk at Cabrillo Mole. Part-time 5 or 6 days, about 4 hours per day, 2 hours in late morning, 2 hours in late afternoon. THIS IS AN IMMEDIATE OPENING.

Job Opportunity: Help Wanted at Luau Larry's
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Help wanted. Servers apply in person at Luau Larry's.

Job Opportunity: Full Time Sales Position
Posted: Sunday, June 28, 2009
Help wanted. Full time Sales Position at Catalina By The Sea, 405 Crescent.

Rental Needed: Need Room to Rent
Posted: Thursday, June 25, 2009
Moving to island need a room for rent. Work for sce and will be going home to my wife on friday nights and back on sundays.