2nd Wednesday each month - Catalina Island Conservancy Evening Nature Program
Delve deep into the natural history of the island and our world. Refreshments are served, $1 donation asked to help with program costs. For up-to-the-date program information call (310) 510-0954 or visit www.catalinaconservancy.org

1st Saturday each month - Catalina Island Conservancy Presents: The HIKE
Join us for a different hiking adventure each month as we explore the island's interior. Transportation, discovery tools and a lunch for the HIKE are arranged by the Conservancy's Education Department. There is a program fee to cover cost and reservations are required as space is limited. For hike descriptions visit www.catalinaconservancy.org. Call 310-510-0954 for reservations.

Every Wednesday & Saturday – Jewels of Avalon Tile Walking Tours
Discover a wonderful variety of historic, reproduction and contemporary tile installations during a docent led walking tour of downtown Avalon. Each hour-long tour begins at 2:00pm at the Catalina Island Museum with a brief introduction to the history of local tile manufacturing. Ticket prices include admission to the Museum. Reservations are highly recommended. For more info or to make a reservations call (310) 510-2414 or visit www.catalinamuseum.org.

1/14 Avalon Benefit 50 Mile Run
The 25 th Annual Run crosses Catalina Island from Avalon to Two Harbors and back! Run through the island's interior and see both sides of the island. Proceeds from the run benefit local island charities. For more information please contact (909) 399-3553, email mike@spectrumsports.net or visit www.Avalon50.com

2/11 Buffalo Run Half Marathon & 5K
The ultimate in trail running using the East End trails of Catalina Island . This half-marathon course takes you from sea level to a 1600 foot elevation then returns to sea level. The event also features the popular flat and fast 5K course on the paved road out to Pebble Beach . For more information and to register contact Pacific Sports LLC at (714) 978-1528 or visit www.PacificSportsLLC.com

2/25 25th Annual Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup
This is the only time scuba diving is allowed in Avalon Bay , with 500+ expected volunteer divers collecting trash and debris. Event begins at 9am with an award ceremony to follow on Wrigley Stage at 1pm with prizes and give-away's donated by sponsors in the diving and travel related fields. Proceeds benefit the Catalina Island Conservancy Divers and the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber on Catalina Island . For more info call (310) 510-2595 ext. 123, email boivin@newcap.com or visit www.ccd.org

3/7-3/21 Student Art Show, Casino Art Gallery
Grades 5-12 will showcase their amazing art projects – paintings, ceramics, masks, pottery, tiles and more. Opening reception Tuesday, March 7 at 6:00pm. For more information call the Catalina Art Association (310) 510-0808 or visit www.casinoartgallery.com

3/18 Catalina Marathon
The Catalina Marathon is one of the most scenic, challenging courses in the world! Traverse the off-road trails from Two Harbors to the finish in Avalon. The event also features a 5K, 10K, and Kids Run. The 5K is flat and fast on the paved road out to Pebbly Beach . The 10K is hilly and challenging but on the scenic, paved roads surrounding Avalon. For more information and to register contact Pacific Sports LLC at (714) 978-1528 or visit www.PacificSportsLLC.com

3/25 11th Annual Catalina Conservancy Ball, Casino Ballroom
Hosted by the Ls Angeles Yacht Club, this year's theme is “Splendors of the Sea.” This black tie event is held in the Avalon Casino Ballroom and includes dinner, big band dancing and a silent and live auction. This annual event is a fun way to support the Catalina Island Conservancy. For more info visit www.catalinaconservancyball.com

4/9 Annual Rubber Ducky Derby
Annual fundraising event to support the local children’s theatre company “Kids At Play”. The derby begins at noon on South Beach. For more information contact Community Services at (310) 510-1987. 4/22 Earth Day Celebration Celebrate our mother earth in Avalon with various hands-on environmental friendly activities and displays. For more information please call the Catalina Island Conservancy’s Education Department at (310) 510-0954 or visit www.catalinaconservancy.org

5/6 12th Annual Catalina Island Rugby Festival
Team competition benefiting Avalon High School and the Wellness Community South Bay Cities . For more information call (800) 448-4050 or visit www.catalinarugby.org

5/13 1st Annual Catalina Island Hoe-Down
An all-island community festival sponsored by the Catalina Island Saddle Club, Catalina Island Conservancy, and the Catalina Island Museum. The event will be held from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Middle Ranch, with live music, food, entertainment, games, booths and more. Bus transportation will be available from the plaza. Proceeds will help to restore Middle Ranch's historic buildings, including the original barn and Eagles Nest Lodge. Truly a chance to celebrate Catalina Island 's interior beauty with a traditional county fair experience. For more information please call (310) 510-2595 ext. 0

Conservancy Summer Naturalist Programs (various dates-last week of June through Labor Day)
Catalina Island Conservancy naturalists will lead you through a wonderful outdoor learning experience. FREE programs include nature walks & hikes and campground programs. Reservations are not required. For schedules & details visit www.catalinaconservancy.org and/or call (310) 510-0954.

Kid's Fishing Derby (each Wednesday, June 21 through August 30)
Meet a Recreation staff member on the Green Pier each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00am. For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday, June 27 through end of August)
Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and proceeds go to the City of Avalon Emergency Relief Fund . For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Day Camp 2006 (June through August)
All kids entering 1 st grade in the Fall – 11 years of age are invited to join the 10 week camp for arts & crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach fun, field trips, hiking and naturalist programs. For rates & times, please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

6/3 19th Annual Silent Film Benefit
Celebrate the Island's colorful history as one of Hollywood 's favorite locations. Join the Catalina Island Museum for a fabulous silent film screening featuring live musical accompaniment on the historic Page organ in the incomparable Avalon Theatre, one of the last remaining movie palaces in California . For more information call (310) 510-2414 or visit www.catalinamuseum.org

Conservancy Summer Naturalist Programs (various dates-last week of June through Labor Day)
Catalina Island Conservancy naturalists will lead you through a wonderful outdoor learning experience. FREE programs include nature walks & hikes and campground programs. Reservations are not required. For schedules & details visit www.catalinaconservancy.org and/or call (310) 510-0954.

Kid's Fishing Derby (each Wednesday, June 21 through August 30)
Meet a Recreation staff member on the Green Pier each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00am. For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday, June 27 through end of August)
Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and proceeds go to the City of Avalon Emergency Relief Fund . For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Day Camp 2006 (June through August)
All kids entering 1 st grade in the Fall – 11 years of age are invited to join the 10 week camp for arts & crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach fun, field trips, hiking and naturalist programs. For rates & times, please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

7/4 4th of July Parade, Fireworks Display, Dinner at the Casino Ballroom
Join island residents for the golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue starting at 1:00 PM. Enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner and music of the USC Marching Band in the Casino Ballroom plus a magnificent fireworks display over Avalon Bay with viewing from the balcony. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520 or visit www.CatalinaChamber.com

7/22 9th Annual Gold Star Dive
Skin and scuba divers search for gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park . This event is a fundraiser for the Sheriff's Department S.T.A.R. (Success Through Awareness and Resistance) Program and the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. For more info call the LA County Sheriff's Dept. (310) 510-0174 or email: klclevel@lasd.org

Conservancy Summer Naturalist Programs (various dates-last week of June through Labor Day)
Catalina Island Conservancy naturalists will lead you through a wonderful outdoor learning experience. FREE programs include nature walks & hikes and campground programs. Reservations are not required. For schedules & details visit www.catalinaconservancy.org and/or call (310) 510-0954.

Kid's Fishing Derby (each Wednesday, June 21 through August 30)
Meet a Recreation staff member on the Green Pier each Wednesday morning starting at 7:00am. For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday, June 27 through end of August)
Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and proceeds go to the City of Avalon Emergency Relief Fund . For more information call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

Summer Day Camp 2006 (June through August)
All kids entering 1 st grade in the Fall – 11 years of age are invited to join the 10 week camp for arts & crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach fun, field trips, hiking and naturalist programs. For rates & times, please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510-1987.

8/18-8/20 1st Annual “Catalina Tiki Fest”
Featuring 3 live “Tiki” bands, Hawaiian Luau with the “Island's Embrace Luau Explosion” by Westwind Productions and the music of Gregg de Castro and the Many Nations Band, cultural workshops featuring artisans from all over the Pacific Rim and “Surfari Under the Stars” all to be held over the course of the weekend at Descanso Beach. For more information, please visit www.catalinatikifest.com

8/28-8/29 16th Annual Church Mouse Marlin Invitational
Non-profit marlin fishing tournament, all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. Approximately $500,000 has been raised over the last 15 years! For more information call (310) 820-4434

9/1-9/30/05 (all month) 8th Annual Pottery & Tile Extravaganza
Celebrate the island’s colorful heritage of locally-made Catalina pottery & tile (1927-1937). All month long, the Museum features the largest exhibition of Catalina pottery & tile,along with weekly tile walking tours. Catalina Island Museum (310) 510-2414, www.catalinamuseum.org

9/10-9/13 Zane Grey Invitational Marlin Tournament
Striped marlin-fishing tournament limited to 40 teams. Check in Sunday, fishing Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Awards banquet following at a location TBA - $60,000 1 st place prize. For information call (714) 258-0445

9/14 20th Annual Tin Cup
Drop-line fishing tournament & fundraiser with all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. For more info call (310) 510-1471.

9/16-9/17 48th Annual Catalina Island Festival of Art
Artists from all over the country exhibit and sell their works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts & photography. Catalina Art Association (310) 510-0808 or visit www.casinoartgallery.com

9/17-9/19 14th Annual Catalina Classic Marlin Tournament
Striped marlin-fishing tournament limited to 110 teams. Check in Sunday, fishing Monday & Tuesday. Awards banquet following at the Casino Ballroom - $50,000 1 st place prize. For information call (714) 258-0445

9/23 11th Annual Catalina Wine Festival
A wine tasting festival including hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and a silent auction. Sponsored by the Catalina Island Women's Forum. Funds raised are for charity and support of CIWF programs. For reservations call (310) 510-1520.

10/6-10/8, 10/13-10/15, 10/20-10/22 Catalina Island Jazz Trax Festival 2006
The 20th Annual Jazz Trax Festival is a three-day, three-weekend event that takes place in the legendary Casino Ballroom. This is the west coast's premiere smooth jazz festival featuring the newest and best in smooth jazz. Tick et Info Line 866-TRAXTIX or www.jazztrax.com

10/28 The Avalon Ball
Journey back to the golden age of the Avalon Ballroom at the third annual "Avalon Ball", featuring the music and dance of the 1920s and '30s. For more information, visit www.avalonball.com

11/4 Catalina Island Triathlon
Features a half-mile swim in the calm waters of Avalon Bay, a challenging 16K three-loop cycle course around Mt. Ada and a 5K run course out past the golf course. Call Pacific Sports (714) 978-1528 or visit www.PacificSportsLLC.com

12/3 13th Annual “Shop In Avalon” Night
A one-night shopping extravaganza with holiday discounts, strolling carolers and drawings for prizes at participating r et ailers. Shop In Avalon Night kicks off with a holiday tree lighting ceremony on the waterfront. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520 or visit www.CatalinaChamber.com

2/31 34th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration, Casino Ballroom
Dance in the New Year in the world famous Casino Ballroom. Reservations go on sale in July 2006. For more information call the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520, or visit www.CatalinaChamber.com