FCC Orange County Olympics Madness

WHEN: Saturday, August 9, 1:00 to 4:00 pm

WHERE: Cal State Fullerton Titan Student Union
800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92834 -- Map

Get your Olympics spirit revved up with an afternoon of Beijing fun at "The Pub" in the basement of Cal State Fullerton's Titan Student Union. We will be showing the Olympics opening ceremony on a big screen with other Olympic events on small TVs all around the room. Kids can learn all about the "Friendlies," play games, and win medals.

In addition to the fun planned by FCC in the Pub itself, parents can take kids to bowl, play ping pong, and other games offerred for a fee in facilities located adjacent to the Pub.

Parking is free at Cal State Fullerton on Saturdays. The best place to park is north of the Titan Student Union (TSU) in the parking structure off State College north of Dorothy Lane.

For more information, contact Debbie Kister at debbiekistler@sbcglobal.net

Dragon boat races!

BLAZING PADDLES!

• WHAT: Dragon boat races are an ancient and traditional part of Chinese culture. There will also be traditional Chinese art demonstrations, Chinese acrobats, traditional dance, music and martial arts performances throughout the day.

• WHEN: Saturday, July 26th, 9a.m. to 5 p.m. (you can come anytime throughout the day)

• WHERE: Long Beach Marine Stadium. See http://www.lbdragonboat.com/ for directions and parking. Click on "Location" on the left-hand sidebar. (Parents with young children might want to bring a wagon or stroller) distance.

• WHERE TO FIND THE BLAZING PADDLES TEAM: usually, next to the food vendors right off the pathway, wearing bright purple shirts.

• BRING: Usual beach gear. (races are held in a marina so there are no waves).

• COST: free.