More from Jeff Delaney’s book, Newport Beach–this time with postcards from the beauty parade Balboa used to hold in the early 1900′s. Bathing beauty contests were part of day-long festivities arranged by the chamber of commerce and Madame LaRue Osgood to attract visitors to Balboa. Madame Osgood had to import girls for the annual beauty …
It’s about that time of year when yachtsmen and kayakers alike pull out their holiday decorations and transform not their homes, but their seafaring vessels, and participate in Newport Beach’s Christmas Boat Parade. Join me in viewing it from December 15th to the 19th at 6:30pm. You can view the boat parade route here, and …
There’s to be a Menorah lighting ceremony at Fashion Island tomorrow, December 5th, at 3pm. Fashion Island is lighting the Menorah along with singing and festivities.
Looking for something to do for the fourth of July? There’s a variety of activities in the Newport Beach area this year! Independence Day Parade & Celebration The City of Newport Beach and the Mariners Elementary School Foundation will host the 38th annual Independence Day Parade and Celebration on Saturday, July 3 at Mariners Park, …