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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy Brings Gothic Tales and Cocktails Back to a Santa Ana Cemetery
The touring theatrical experience returns to Fairhaven Memorial Park in October with readings of “The Raven,” “The Tell-Tale Heart” and other Poe classics.
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EDITORS’ PICKS
There’s more happening in OC than we can cover. Every week, our editors pick a handful of additional events worth your attention – chosen independently, with no input from the organizations involved.
Sept. 30 @ 4 p.m.
Huntington Beach Main Street Branch Library’s 75th Anniversary
Huntington Beach marks the 75th birthday of the Main Street Branch Library, a midcentury modern jewel, and launches the new downtown Cultural Hub. The event includes art demos, music and other activities as officials unveil a new space dedicated to learning, art, and community-wide cultural collaboration. A free event culminating with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Triangle Park in downtown Huntington Beach.
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Oct. 2 @ 5:30 p.m.
Sunset Serenades: Uncanny Valley
The City of Laguna Beach hosts concerts at beautiful Heisler Park Amphitheater in Laguna Beach. The series showcases diverse musical styles performed by local musicians. Up next: Uncanny Valley (music you forgot you loved).
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Oct. 3 @ 11:15 a.m., 12:15 , 1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Dangers of the Victorian Home
Step back in time and uncover the shocking secrets of 19th-century life. From exploding sweets to radioactive clocks and poisonous medicines, Victorian homes were full of hidden dangers that could prove fatal. Admission includes docent-led tours of the entire Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House and Medical Museum will be followed by tea and sweets in the home's garden (included in admission).
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