November Local Activities near Newport Coast

Holiday Ice Rink Nov. 1-Feb. 18

Irvine Spectrum Center will be transformed into a winter wonderland when the festive outdoor Holiday Ice Rink returns to Giant Wheel Court this holiday season. 71 Fortune Drive. www.skatespectrum.com

West Coast Civil War Conference Nov. 2-4

Immerse yourself in a 3 day visit to 1862, the year that saw the Civil War grow in scale and change its purpose. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa: 3131 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa. www.cwrtorangecounty-ca.org

Walk to End Alzheimer's Nov. 3

Formerly known as the Memory Walk, the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Huntington Beach. This 2 mile walk raises funds for the Alzheimer's Association. 7:30am-12pm. Beach Blvd and Pacific Coast Hwy. 949-757-3708 / http://act.alz.org

Orange County Buddy Walk® Nov. 4

Your participation in the Orange County Buddy Walk®, whether you are joining us that day, or sponsoring a team or individual, demonstrates your support for people with Down syndrome. 9am-2pm at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim. 714-540-5794 / http://buddywalk.kintera.org/faf/home/

Ladies Holiday Boutique Nov. 8

Over 45 vendors. We will be serving hors d'oeuvres and raffling off prizes throughout the evening. All proceeds go to support various veteran programs and local Orange County communities. American Legion Post: 215 E. 15th St., Newport Beach. 949-673-5070 / www.ala291.com

Pamper Me Fabulous Nov. 11

This ultimate Women’s Day Out features workouts, workshops, shopping, beauty, spa, health, and wellness bests, free flowing bubbly, a gift bag and uplifting energy. 11am-5pm. Terranea Resort: 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes. $40. (626) 799-8010 / www.pampermefabulous.com

Veterans Day Memorial Service - Dana Pt. Nov. 11

The Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 & Ladies Auxiliary and the City of Dana Point proudly recognize all veterans for their service and sacrifices. 10am. Strands Vista Park: 34201 Selva Road, Dana Point. (949) 248-7696 / http://vfwpost9934.org

Veterans Day Ceremony - Huntington Beach Nov. 11

On Veterans Day we remember the sacrifices of those Americans who gave their time, their fighting spirit and sometimes their lives in war. 11am. Pier Plaza: 325 Pacific Coast Highway. (714) 536-3855

Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 13-14

Fashion Island's Tree Lighting Celebration with Mickey and some of his Disney pals direct from the Merriest Place on Earth, the Disneyland® Resort! 401 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach. www.shopfashionisland.com

Share Our Wine Foundation's Auction OC Nov. 17

This luxury wine auction will feature 1,000 silent and live wine auction lots. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and Orangewood Children's Foundation are the beneficiaries this year. Samueli Theater: 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. 714-556-2787 / www.shareourwine.org

SJC Rotary Club Thanksgiving Food Drive Nov. 17

SJC Rotary Club will be collecting food for the needy at Vons, Ralph's and Marbella Markets during the morning. cld@doctordaderian.com / www.sanjuancapistranorotary.org

Sawdust Winter Fantasy Nov. 17-Dec. 9

Our festival grounds will be transformed into a winter wonderland where exhibitors create, display and sell original creations. 10am-6pm. (Weekends Only - Open Rain or Shine) 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. 949-494-3030 / www.sawdustartfestival.org

Dana Point Turkey Trot Nov. 22

The scenic course will take racers through picturesque Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach. Fundraising proceeds from the Turkey Trot will benefit the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. 7am. Dana Point Harbor. (949) 496-1555 / www.turkeytrot.com

Causelife Turkey Trot Nov. 22

This 5K/10K Turkey Trot features a flat ocean-front course. Funds raised from this event go to Causelife, which provides clean water to those in need in developing countries. 7am. Huntington City Beach: Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Hwy. www.active.com

Knott's Merry Farm Nov. 22-Dec. 31

Knott's Berry Farm is filled with the magic of the season as it transforms into Knott's Merry Farm and celebrates "A Charlie Brown Christmas" with seasonal entertainment, spectacular decorations and a colorful Christmas parade. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park. www.knotts.com

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