Costa Mesa's Neighborhood Blog

A blog about Newport and Costa Mesa with an emphasis on Costa Mesa Real Estate and Newport Beach Real Estate, written by a lifetime local resident of coastal Orange County whose knowledge of the area, combined with a strong background in mortgages, real estate and being an attorney, gives her clients many advantages.

Balboa Fun Zone 75th Anniversary

Balboa Fun Zone 75th Anniversary

  The Balboa Fun Zone , which has been around since 1936 is celebrating its 75th Anniversary on Saturday September 24, 2011.

 

 Balboa Fun Zone Ferris Wheel

There will be classic Ford cars, raffle items and live music. In addition, there will be rides for 5¢ and 10¢ , plus 25¢ Harbor Cruises.

See the games, rides and deals below:Balboa Fun Zone Carousel

  • Carousel - 5¢
  • Ferris Wheel - 10¢
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 5¢
  • Harbor Cruise - 25¢

  Raffles will take place every half hour. Some of the prizes available are below:

We'll plan to attend the Balboa Fun Zone Anniversary as its something our family has enjoyed for many years.

Will you be at the Balboa Fun Zone for this event?

See homes for sale on the Balboa Peninsula below.  

If you have questions about buying or selling a home on the Balboa Peninsula, please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751.

 

Originally published at Balboa Fun Zone 75th Anniversary.

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

7 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • September 09 2011 10:52PM

Newport Aquatic Center

Newport Aquatic Center

The Newport Aquatic Center (NAC) was established in Newport Beach in 1987, not long after the Olympics were hosted by the city of Los Angeles in 1984. The NAC is a bit different than the myriad places around Newport Beach where you can rent kayaks to paddle around the harbor or backbay in that NAC is actually a non profit whose focus is providing training for the Olympic sports of rowing, canoeing, kayaking, and outrigger as well as dragon boat training.

newport aquatic center

NAC is located right on North Star Beach, which offers quick access to the back bay, harbors, and even open ocean. The 18000 square foot facility that houses NAC features weight and cardio training equipment, lockers, and storage for the huge inventory of boats available for visitors. While the Newport Aquatic Center is open to the public, special discounts and offers apply to those who wish to support them by becoming a member. NAC does also cater to those who would like to take a self guided tour around the back bay by kayak by offering an hourly membership, and even offers private lessons for those who would like to improve their skills or learn a few new ones.

Newport Aquatic Center

There are also competitive events held at NAC in Newport Beach's back bay. The Hal Rosoff Classic is a canoe kayak flat water race held in the harbor area each February and there is also the premier event, The Newport Autumn Rowing Festival with over 1300 competitiors ranging from high school and collegiate to masters. There is even a Dragon Boat Festival honoring the Chinese culture and tradition with music, costume and racing. This is a colorful and interesting event that is great for the spectators as well as participants.

The Newport Aquatic Center provides an outstanding experience that will appeal to those with a competitive spirit as well as those who want to enjoy the scenic beauty of Newport Beach's back bay and harbor area from the unique perspective of human powered water sports.

The NAC is located at North Star Beach in the Newport Back Bay at 1 Whitecliffs Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 or contact them at (949) 646-8398.
Originally published at Newport Aquatic Center.

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

2 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • April 10 2011 06:59PM

The Arches - Newport Beach Restaurant

The Arches

After more plot twists than the TV show "The OC", The Arches restaurant is open again and doing business at an updated location on Westcliff Drive in Newport Beach, CA. The Arches had been a landmark in Newport Beach for more than 80 years, but after changes such as moving to Cannery Village and a second harbor front location, business waned and eventually both locations, then known as ''Arches'' and "Arches on the Water" were eventually both shuttered.
the arches
The current owner, Dan Marcheano, has now opened the doors to The Arches at a new location and updated the menu to include wood fired pizza, while working hard to keep the ambience of the good ole days that featured diners such as John Wayne, Gary Cooper, and Shirley Temple. For those who are not familiar with The Arches, there is a reason that these Hollywood greats dined here; the service is excellent, and the food is exceptional.
The menu at The Arches focuses on seafood, steak and salad, with specialties that include ceasar salad, stone crab claws, filet mignon, and abalone. With the new location on the corner of Westcliff and Dover came a wood fired stove installed by the Italian restaurant that was the former tenant. This new addition has led The Arches to add pizzas and barbeque ribs and pulled pork to the menu.
With such an impressive menu, and interesting history, it's no wonder that The Arches has remained a fixture in Newport Beach despite the economic challenges and location changes. If you are a Newport Beach resident or visitor (or Marine such as the owner, Mr Marcheano) you should treat yourself to this fine dining experience at the Arches and support a peice of Newport Beach history.
The Arches is located at 1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660. They can be reached at (949) 645-7077.
For information about Newport Beach or about buying or selling a home in Newport Beach, please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751.
Originally published at The Arches.

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

0 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • April 10 2011 06:54PM