Orange County Featured City: Costa Mesa - OC Fair


It’s that time of year again; the OC Fair has come to Costa Mesa. Starting July 11-August 10 the fair will be open to the public on Wednesday – Sunday. The OC Fair has many attractions available for the entire family. But, many of us just come for the great tasting food available.  This year is no exception, some of the new foods available:
*NEW* Fair Food
 
Chicken Charlie is introducing the new-for-2014 Deep-Fried Doritos and Deep Fried Chicken Skin in addition to his classic favorite fried treats of Oreos, cookie dough and Twinkies.
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Bacon A-Fair is introducing Bacon-Wrapped Jack Daniels, a unique churro concoction with a little whiskey kick at the end (non-alcoholic of course). Also, a deep fried bacon wrapped turkey leg!
Biggy’s Meat Market is bringing gluten-free options this summer with GF http://ocfair.com/2014/images/texasdonuts.gifhamburger buns, fries & a newly gluten-free The Big Rib.
 Texas Donuts is putting a twist on its popular giant donuts with new flavors like   Cherry Pop Rocks, Banana Chocolate Cream and Peanut Butter Cup. Also new this  year, a Latin twist with the new deep-fried Gansito.
More New Food: Emeril Bam Dog (9-inch beef dog topped with mustard bacon, coleslaw & jalapenos), Colonel Klink Dog (beef dog topped with mustard swiss cheese sauerkraut & pastrami), Garlic Parmesan Tasti Shakers, Pastrami Ten Pound Bun and Chile Relleno Burger.
So what are you waiting! There’s still time left, come check out the rides and food!. 
OC Fair Hours
July 11 - August 10
(Open Wednesday - Sunday)
Wednesday - Friday: Noon - Midnight
Saturday & Sunday: 10 am – Midnight
Admission-Purchase single day admission tickets online with no service fee through Ticketmaster (*must choose the Print-at-Home option to waive service charge)

Prices:
General (13–59) - $12
Senior (60+) - $7
Youth (6–12) - $7
Children 5 and under free
Group Sales of 15 or more
General (13-59) $10
Senior (60+) $5
Youth (6-12) $5
(Mail or fax order form by June 27, 2014)


 

Famous Faces of Orange County

He’s got to be somebody’s baby right? Jackson Browne stole the hearts of millions when he came onto the soft country rock scene in 1966. Some people overlook his prominence because most of his work was overshadowed by the likes of Zeppelin and The Eagles, but Browne did more than just write and play music, he lived it.  Born in Heidelberg, Germany due to his father’s station for his job assignment with the Stars and Stripes newspaper, Clyde Jackson Browne moved all over Germany for the first three years of his life. At that point in time he moved to the Highland Park district just north of Orange County in Los Angeles. The Browne family moved down the coast to Fullerton where Jackson attended and graduated high school from Sunny Hills in 1966. His folk music career began in high school playing at small time venues such as the Ash Grove and the Troubador Club.



Browne began his career as a ghostwriter for many other successful musicians such as Greg Allman, Joan Baez, and the Eagles. He joined the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band who played and opened for The Lovin’ Spoonful at the Golden Bear located right here in Huntington Beach. This is where Jackson’s writing skills were really displayed. The band recorded numerous songs of Browne’s and earned him a spot at Elektra Records as a staff writer. By 1971, already an established industry writer he signed with David Geffen’s Asylum Records and released a self-titled album Jackson Browne which included the hits “Doctor My Eyes” and “Rock Me on the Water” and for the first time in his career, Jackson was getting national and worldwide recognition for his songs that had for so long only been known by the artists he wrote for. 

Jackson Browne did much more for the world than just write a few good songs.

In Barnwell, South Carolina a major civil disobedience action against the Seabrook Station Nuclear Power Plant took place in spring of 1978. Although Browne did not actually take part in the action, he played the night before in support of the cause. A couple years later, Browne and some other musician friends to form Musicians United for Safe Energy and was arrested for protesting the Diablo Canyon Power Plant in San Louis Obispo. In 1982, “Somebody’s Baby” hit the top charts thanks to its placement in Fast Times at Ridgemont High starring Sean Penn. Throughout the 80’s and 90’s Browne performed at plenty of benefit concerts for things he believed in such as Farm Aid and Amnesty International. Browne has been a major influence in both environmental and social activism as well as in the musical community, getting his first start in Southern California.

What's Happening in OC?

Looking for a fun family activity this weekend? You’re in luck because Orange County during the summer is one of the best places you could be. With August approaching in a hurry, we are getting more familiar with the sun and the unbearable heat. Best way to counter-act it? The Vans U.S. Open of Surfing. All throughout this week (July 28th-August 3rd) events taking place in the water, on the sand, and on BMX bikes can be enjoyed. Huntington Beach is the perfect place to hold this extravaganza providing ample space for bleachers, BMX and skateboarding ramps, and lounging areas for spectators still trying to soak in the rays. 

Here is a calendar providing the times and locations for the events. Enjoy!

TUESDAY, JULY 29

7:30a - 10:30a
Men's: Rd 1 (H19 - 24)
Surf Stadium

8:00a - 5:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store

9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village

10:30a - 1:30p
Women's: Rd 1 (H1-6)
Surf Stadium


1:30p - 4:30p
Men's: Rd 2 (H1-6)
Surf Stadium


4:00p - 6:00p
Van Doren Invitational Women's Contest
Concrete Bowl

6:30p - 9:00p
Vans Movies Nights: Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Amphitheater


WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

7:30a - 10:30a
Women's: Rd 2 (H1 - 6)
Surf Stadium

8:00a - 5:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store


9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village

10:30a - 12:30p
Women's: Rd 3 (H1 - 4) *NL*
Surf Stadium

12:30p - 3:30p
Men's: Rd 2 (H7 - 12)
Surf Stadium



THURSDAY, JULY 31

6:30a - 5:30p
VIP Guest Check-In Open
Welcome Center

7:30a - 9:30a
Women's: Rd4 (H1 - 4)
Surf Stadium

8:00a - 5:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store

9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village


9:30a - 1:30p
Men's: Rd 3 (H1 - 8) *NL*
Surf Stadium

1:30p - 2:50p
Junior Men: Quarter Finals (H1 - 4)
Surf Stadium


3:00p - 3:45p
Life Rolls On Expression Session
Surf Stadium


FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

6:30a - 5:30p
VIP Guest Check-In Open
Welcome Center

7:30a - 11:30a
Men's: Rd 4 (H1 - 8)
Surf Stadium

8:00a - 7:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store

9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village


11:00a - 1:00p
Van Doren Invitational Prelims (H1-4 / 20 Min Jam - 5 min warm up between heats)
Concrete Bowl

11:30a - 1:30p
Women's: Quarter Finals (H1 - 4)
Surf Stadium

1:30p - 2:50p
Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational pres by Pacifico Quarterfinals
Surf Stadium


3:00p - 4:00p
BMX Autograph Signing / Vans Motorhome
Sponsor Village

3:00p - 3:35p
Occy vs. Curren
Surf Stadium

4:00p - 6:00p
Van Doren Invitational Skate Qualifiers
Concrete Bowl

8:00p - 9:00p
Vans "Get 'n Classic 3" World Premiere
5th St - Shorebreak


SATURDAY, AUGUST 2

6:30a - 6:00p
VIP Guest Check-In Open
Welcome Center

7:30a - 11:30a
Men's: Rd 5 (H1 - 8)
Surf Stadium

8:00a - 7:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store

9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village


11:30a-12:20p
Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational pres by Pacifico Semi-Final
Surf Stadium

12:20p - 1:10p
Vans US Open Women's Pro Junior Semi-Final
Surf Stadium

1:10p - 2:00p
Vans US Open Men's Pro Junior Semi-Final
Surf Stadium

2:00p - 2:30p
Vans US Open Women's Pro Junior Final
Surf Stadium

2:30p - 3:00p
Vans US Open Men's Pro Junior Final
Surf Stadium

3:00p - 3:30p
Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational pres by Pacifico Final
Surf Stadium

3:00p - 5:00p
Van Doren Invitational Skate Semi-Final
Concrete Bowl

3:30p - 3:45p
Vans US Open Awards - Men and Women's Pro Junior, Duct Tape Invitational
Surf Stadium

5:00p - 5:40p
Van Doren Invitational Skate Final
Concrete Bowl

5:40p - 6:00p
Cardiel Cash Best Trick
Concrete Bowl

6:00p - 6:15p
Van Doren Invitational Skate Awards
Concrete Bowl


SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

7:00a - 4:30p
VIP Guest Check-In Open
Welcome Center

8:00a - 7:00p
Vans US Open Retail Store & Merch Kiosks Open
Retail Store

8:00a - 10:00a
Men's: Quarter Finals (H1 - 4)
Surf Stadium

9:00a - 5:00p
Sponsor Displays Open
Sponsor Village


10:00a - 11:10a
Women's: Semi Finals (1 & 2)
Surf Stadium

10:30a-11:00a
Vans Classic BMX Jam
Concrete Bowl

11:00a - 11:30a
BMX Final Warm-up
Concrete Bowl

11:10a - 12:20p
Men's: Semi Finals (1 & 2)
Surf Stadium

11:30a-12:15p
Van Doren Invitational BMX Final
Concrete Bowl

12:20p - 12:25p
Vans BMX High Air Contest
Concrete Bowl

12:20p - 12:55p
Vans US Open Women's ASP WCT Final
Surf Stadium

12:30p - 12:40p
Van Doren Invitational BMX & High Air Contest Awards
Concrete Bowl

12:55p - 1:30p
Vans US Open Men's ASP Prime Final
Surf Stadium

1:30p - 1:50p
Vans US Open Awards - Men and Women
Surf Stadium