Dana Point Harbor, California – 2011 - HOLIDAYS IN THE HARBOR Harbor Open House– Fri., December 2nd- 4:00pm-8pm Mariner’s Village/Alley & Dana Wharf Join us to celebrate the holiday season. The three areas of the Harbor, Dana Wharf, Mariners Village and Mariner’s Alley will all host holiday activities geared to families and children. Santa is anxious to hear your Holiday wishes and is available for photos (bring your camera). There are many fun family activities planned, including photos with Santa, performances by various characters, holiday crafts, people painting, carolers and other activities. Activities start on the grass in front of Harpoon Henrys at 34555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point Harbor (at Dana Pointy Harbor Drive). The parking and events are FREE! For info call 496-2979 or (949) 923-2255 or log on to www.danapointharbor.com. Pictures with Santa- Thurs. Dec. 8th - 3pm-5pm at Mariner’s Village Thurs. Dec. 15th – 3pm-5pm at Dana Wharf. Santa is anxious to hear your Holiday wishes and is available for photos (bring your camera). Boat Rides with Santa - Sat. Dec 3rd & Sun., Dec 4th, 10am-2pm - Dana Wharf Docks Come aboard the “Sum Fun” for a twenty-minute Harbor cruise with Santa and his helpers. Santa will be hearing those holiday wishes as you cruise the Harbor. The El Camino Real Junior Woman’s Club will be on hand to take your photo for a $1 donation. What a unique and fun way for kids of all ages to visit with Santa, so dress warm. Location: East end of Dana Point Harbor at Dana Wharf Sportfishing docks, 34675 Golden Lantern, between the Jolly Roger and the Wind & Sea. Boats donated by Dana Wharf Sportfishing. Info call (949) 923-2255 or (949) 496-5794 or log on to www.danawharf.com or www.danapointharbor.com. Santa Paws Pet Photos– Sat. Dec. 10th 10am-3pm - El Torito Courtyard Pet Project Foundation is the host of our first SANTA PAWS PET PHOTO event. Bring down your favorite pet and have their picture taken with Santa for a small fee. All fees go to support the Pet Project Foundation. www.petprojectfoundation.org 37th Annual Boat Parade of Lights Blast to the Past– Santa Salutes the 70’S Friday, Dec 9 & Saturday Dec 10 - 7:30pm Friday, Dec 16 & Saturday Dec 17 - 7:30pm This year marks our 36th Annual Boat Parade of Lights with this year’s theme “JINGLE BELL ROCK”. Boaters from all around Orange County decorate their boats and vie for the awards of Judges Choice, Best Theme, Best Use of Lights, Best Animation, Most Colorful, Most Original, Best Sailboat, Best Powerboat and the Perpetual Trophy for the Yacht Club with the Most Entries. New Awards and Cash Prizes will help to inspire participants. Be part of the parade and enter your own boat, contact us at (949) 923-2255 or pick up an entry form at Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching or go online at www.danapointharbor.com. You can view the parade FREE from anywhere in the Harbor, or make reservations at one of our restaurants to view it from a cozy and warm spot. Come on down and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. Dana Point Harbor is at 34555 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA. Landlubbers can also participate in the parade! Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching offers boat rides so you too can experience the fun of actually riding on a boat and joining in the parade. The boat is located at Dana Wharf docks, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. Tickets are $25 for Adults and $15 for Children. Kids will be able to participate in the judging of the Dana Wharf Kid’s Cup Trophy. Call and make your reservations at (949) 496-5794. For more information call the Harbor Info line at (949) 923-2255, email us at info@danapointharbor.com or visit our website at www.danapointharbor.com.