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Read more about the article Costa Mesa Historical Society & Museum’s Third Annual Spring Social Luncheon, Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Costa Mesa Historical Society & Museum’s Third Annual Spring Social Luncheon

Costa Mesa Historical Society & Museum’s Third Annual Spring Social Luncheon, Saturday, May 24th, 2025

Costa Mesa Historical Society & Museum’s Third Annual Spring Social Luncheon Saturday, May 24th, 2025 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Costa Mesa Women’s Club 610 W. 18th Street Costa Mesa Lunch Catered by My Greek Kitchen Salads: Greek, Super Chopped, Caesar Protein: Chicken Kabobs, Gyro Meat, Falafel, Keftedes (Meat balls), Spanakopita Pita bread, Tahini sauce, Hummus dip, Tzatziki dip TICKETS $25 EACH Click here to purchase tickets! OUR PROGRAM Celebrating Dates (not the kind that grows on…

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Help Shape Our Museum’s Future by Volunteering for one of four open roles!

Ready to step into local history? The Costa Mesa Historical Society is looking for community-minded volunteers to help preserve and share our city’s past. Whether you’re drawn to curating exhibits, archiving documents, or helping visitors feel welcome, one of our four open roles might be a perfect fit. Interested? Reach out to Mary Ellen Goddard, Estelle Hughes, or Rick Neisser to learn more or get involved. You can start by becoming a member of the Costa Mesa…

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Read more about the article Angie Kardasian’s “The Power of One” on September 8, 2024
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Angie Kardasian’s “The Power of One” on September 8, 2024

Dear Costa Mesa community, Join us for a talk by Angie Kardasian, author of the book “The Power of One” on September 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Norma Hertzog Center (1845 Park Avenue, 92627). Please sign-up at the following link: Signup Angie was a California-based restaurateur who moved to New York City after 9/11 to cook for firefighters at ground zero. You can read a story about Angie on the Orange County Register here. A…

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2024 Speakers Event!

Join us Sunday May 12th 2pm for Costa Mesa Historical Society's 2024 Speakers event. Dick Metz- Growing up in Laguna in the 30's, the first surfboard Dick owned weighed more than 100 pounds and was made out of solid redwood. Join us as Dick Metz takes us on his journey around the globe inspiring the movie "The Endless Summer". Light refreshments and beverages will be provided. Important! Admission is FREE! However due to limited seating, RSVP is…

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2024 Speakers Event! A Review of Tustin’s Wooden Hangars

Join us for a presentation by Tustin Historical Society's former President Steve Sauers. He will take us on a journey reviewing the history of these giant historical structures. The old wooden hangars at the former Tustin Marine Corps Air Station have been part of Naval and Marine history for more than 80 years. Admission is free but RSVP is required due to limited seating. Call to reserve your seat 949-631-5918 with your name, how many are attending,…

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Fairview Register January/February 2023

Our January/February 2023 newsletter is now online! This edition includes "Orange Coast College's 75th Anniversary: Review of Academic Programs", "Newport Pop Festival" by Mari Page, and "Kona Lanes Memories" by Estelle Hughes. Fairview Register January/February 2023

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