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Catalina Island Monthly Events
2nd Wednesday each month, May-Sept
Catalina Island Conservancy
Evening Nature Program
Delve deep into the natural history of the island and
our world with this FREE program. Refreshments
are served. For up-to-the-date program information
please call (310) 510-0954
1st Saturday each month, May-Sept
Catalina Island Conservancy
Presents: The HIKE
Join us for a different hiking adventure each month
as we explore the island’s interior. Transportation,
discovery tools and a lunch for the HIKE are
arranged by the Conservancy’s Education Dept.
There is a program fee to cover cost & reservations
are required as space is limited. Call 310-510-0954
for reservations.
Every Wednesday & Saturday
Jewels of Avalon Tile Walking Tours
Discover a wonderful variety of historic,
reproduction and contemporary tile installations
during a docent led walking tour of downtown
Avalon. Each hour-long tour begins at 2:00pm at
the Catalina Island Museum with a brief
introduction to the history of local tile
manufacturing. Ticket prices include Museum
admission. Reservations are highly recommended.
For more info call (310) 510-2414
Thursdays, June 19-September 4
LIVE JAZZ at the Catalina Country Club
For an excuisite dining experience and live jazz
under the stars. 7-10pm, open to the public.
Reservations recommended (310) 510-7404
Sundays, June 15-August 31
Live Music at Descanso Beach Club
1:00pm to 5:00pm.
6/16-8/21 Summer Day Camp 2008
All kids entering 1st grade in the Fall – 11 years of
age are invited to join the 10 week camp for arts
& crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach fun,
field trips, hiking and naturalist programs. City
of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.
Wednesdays, June 18-August 20
Kid’s Fishing Derby
Meet a Recreation staff member on the Green Pier
each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00am. For
more information call the City of Avalon Recreation
Department (310) 510-1987.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 17-Aug 28
Summer Beach Bingo
Bring your beach chair and some friends to the
South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and
Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1
each and participants can win fun local prizes. City
of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.
August
8/25-8/26 18th Annual Church Mouse Marlin
Invitational
Non-profit marlin fishing tournament, all proceeds
donated to Catalina youth. Approximately
$628,000 has been raised over the last 17 years!
For more information call (310) 820-4434
September
9/1-9/30 (all month) Catalina Pottery & Tile Extravaganza
Discover the island’s colorful heritage of locally-
made pottery & tile from 1927 to 1937 and indulge
in a rare opportunity to view unique pieces loaned
from private collections. All month long, the
museum features the country’s largest exhibition of
Catalina pottery & tile, along with weekly tile
walking tours. For more information call (310) 510-
2414
9/5-9/6 “Grease”
Two nights only, Casino Ballroom, 7pm-10pm.
www.visitcatalina.com 800-322-3434
9/7-9/9 Avalon Billfish Classic
100% release marlin tournament using circle hooks
only. For more information contact Offshore
Tournaments, Inc. (714) 258-0445
9/11 23rd Annual Tin Cup
Drop-line fishing tournament & fundraiser with
proceeds donated to local community
organizations. Awards ceremony & prizes for
biggest fish, best fish story & best costume. For
more information call (310) 510-2123.
9/14-9/17 Zane Grey Invitational Marlin Tournament
Striped marlin fishing tournament limited to a
maximum of 45 teams. Boasting a cash purse over
$350,000.00, anglers engage in friendly competition
over the four day event. For more information
contact Offshore Tournaments, Inc. (714) 258-0445
9/20-9/21 50th Annual Festival of Art
Artists from all over the country exhibit and sell
their works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts &
photography. Catalina Art Association (310) 510-
0808
9/21-9/23 Catalina Classic
Southern California’s largest billfish tournament!
100 teams will compete for more than $350,000 in
cash and prizes. For more information contact
Offshore Tournaments, Inc. (714) 258-0445
9/26-9/27 Blues Festival
2 day Blues Festival with music at Descanso Beach
and the world famous Casino Ballroom.
9/27 Catalina Island
Women’s Forum Wine Festival
13th annual fundraiser featuring over 50 wineries,
delectable hors d’oeuvres and smooth jazz. Net
proceeds help support mentoring and scholarship
programs. Tickets are available at the Chamber of
Commerce (310) 510-1520.
October
10/2-10/5, 10/9-10/12, 10/16-10/19
The Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival
This three weekend event features 30 different
smooth jazz stars performing Unplugged at the
Ranch and in the historic Casino Ballroom. Art
Good features the newest and best talent in the
smooth jazz genre. For tickets and information call
(866) 872-9849
10/31 Annual Halloween Parade
Don your favorite costume and join island school
kids and residents for the Annual Halloween
Parade down Crescent Avenue starting at 4:00 PM.
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-
1520
November
11/8 Catalina Island Triathlon
Features a half-mile swim in the calm waters of
Avalon Bay, a challenging 16K three-loop cycle
course around Mt. Ada and a 5K run course out
past the golf course. Call Pacific Sports (714)
978-1528
11/11 Catalina Island Museum Telethon
Help preserve Catalina’s unique history while
enjoying the best in local entertainment. Broadcast
live on local cable, the annual fundraiser features
musicians, dancers, comedians and much more. All
proceeds support the programs and activities of the
Catalina Island Museum. For more information call
(310) 510-2414
11/15 Catalina Island Eco-Marathon
The inaugural Catalina Eco Marathon will start and
finish in the town of Avalon. Run through three
entirely different eco-systems and see the plant life
and animal life in each. Call Spectrum Sports
Management at (909) 399-3553
December
12/7 15th Annual “Shop At Home” Night
A one-night shopping extravaganza with holiday
discounts, strolling carolers and prize drawings.
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-
1520
12/31 36th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration,
Casino Ballroom
Dance in the New Year in the world famous Casino
Ballroom. Reservations go on sale July 2008. For
more information call the Catalina Island Chamber
of Commerce (310) 510-1520
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