Randy Biddle, a vessel historian, will focus on the brig Pilgrim’s history before and after Richard Henry Dana’s voyage aboard the tall ship. Time: 6:15-6:45 p.m. Where: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara. Cost: free, members; $10, non-members. Register: 805-456-8747 or sbmm.org.
Barbara Gattuso will present a travel log of her adventures around the world. She has fished on most continents. Time: 9:30 a.m. Where: Park Avenue Community Center, 210 Park Ave., Escondido. Information: senioranglersofescondido.net.
Visit some of Catalina’s historic homes during this tour that provides a rare opportunity to visit some of Avalon’s properties never before open to the public. Stops include the Holly Hill House and newly renovated homes. A silent auction will be held after the tour at Overlook hall. Cost: $100. Information: 310-427-2450 or [email protected].
Sun Harbor Marina will host this swap meet where mariners can spend the morning shopping for new items to take back to the boat. Time: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Chili Cook-off starts at 1 p.m. Where: 5000 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Information: 619-222-1167; sun-harbor.com.
This USCG Auxiliary course covers basic coastal navigation. This course is for newer boaters and those in need of a navigation refresher. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Channel Islands Boating Center, 3880 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard. Cost: $45. Information: Richard G. Heller, [email protected].
Tour Spirit of Dana Point when it docks in the harbor. Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with sail from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Santa Barbara Harbor. Cost: $40, adults; $22 children under 12. Information: 805-962-8404 Ext. 115.
Join world-class chefs and speakers for an afternoon of great food and wine during this event at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM). Time: Noon-4 p.m. Where: SBMM, 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara. Cost: $25, advanced tickets and SBMM members; $35, day of tickets. Information: 805-456-8747 or sbmm.org.
The Maritime Museum of San Diego is hosting a new haunted pirate-themed party for adults ages 21 and up. The evening includes costume contests and prizes, games, live music, photo booth pictures, dancing and more. Time: 8 p.m.-midnight. Where: Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Cost: $35, include complimentary photos, […]
Costumed canines gather at Ventura Harbor Village for a fun Pet Costume Contest. Prizes for Sea-Worthy, Creative/Original and more! Time: noon. Where: Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura.
This beginning USCG Auxiliary boating class will provide students with the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license of safety certification in many states. Register by Oct. 10. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Newport Seabase, 1931 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach. Cost: $35. Information: Susan Villotti, [email protected]; 714-742-6619 or Richard Weiss, 714-530-4004.
Gather at Ventura Harbor’s main lawn for this annual dog lovers event. The event will give prizes to pet owners for the “Most Sea-Worthy,” “Cutest,” “Scariest,” “Creative/Original,” and “Best In Show.” Time: noon. Where: Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura. Information: venturaharborvillage.com.
The Maritime Museum of San Diego is hosting a new haunted pirate-themed party for adults ages 21 and up. The evening includes costume contests and prizes, games, live music, photo booth pictures, dancing and more. Time: 8 p.m.-midnight. Where: Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Cost: $35, include complimentary photos, […]