Local Events

Vietnamese International Film Festival
April 11-14
The festival will screen short films and full-length movies on screens in Irvine, Los Angeles and Westminster, Calif. Information about movies, show times, and locations: http://www.vietfilmfest.com/.

Lobsterfest
April 13
Fun for the family that includes games, prizes, entertainment, and live music. Annual fundraiser event sponsored by Tustin/Santa Ana Rotary Club. 4 pm. Peppertree Park, 230 W. First St., Tustin, Calif. Information: http://www.tustinlobsterfest.com/

Doheny Wood
April 13
More than 150 classic wooden cars and surf wagons will be on display. 8 am.-3 pm. Free admission; fee for parking. Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, Calif. Information: (714) 968-9798.

CERT Training Academy
April 13, 20 and 27
The City of Garden Grove is offering a Community Emergency Response Team Academy. Training includes: CPR, fire safety, terrorism and more. Must be at least 18. 8 am.-4 pm. North Net Fire Training Center, 2400 E. Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, Calif. Information: (714) 741-5638 or email at [email protected]. Download application at www.cerg.gardengrovefire.org.

Swimming Lessons Registration
April 15-May 9
Registrations are based on first-come, first-served basis until full. Each session has eight, 40-minute lessons each Monday through Thursday for two weeks. $45. Register: www.ggparksandrec.com.

Spring Citrus Fair
April 18-21
Showcasing the history of the La Habra Valley. Entertainment, carnival rides, local food, exhibits and mascots. Free. La Habra Area Chamber of Commerce, 321 E. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Calif. Information: (562) 697-1704.

Children’s Art Festival
April 19
Children and the whole family can enjoy many art forms. Free. 3:30-7 p.m. Walter D. Ehlers Community Recreation Center, 8150 Knott Ave., Buena Park, Calif. Information: http://www.buenapark.com/Index.aspx?page=97

2013 Spring Mixer
April 20
Project Viet Nam Foundation hosts the mixer. While networking, donate to the foundation, which supports medical projects in Viet Nam. Dress to impress (semi-formal) and bring lots of business cards to share. Light entertainment, finger food and drinks provided. 5:30-9:30 pm. 17322 Murphy Ave., Irvine, Calif. Tickets: [email protected] or (949) 244-7028.

Indiana Jones Exhibit
Through April 21
Walk in the footsteps of Indiana Jones and discover the world of archeology. The exhibit has props from the movie series and models provided by Lucasfilm Ltd. Archives. Games for children of all ages. Discovery Science Center, 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Calif. Information: http://www.discoverycube.org/indianajones/

College Outreach Program
April 23
Designed for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to learn about how the college application process works, admission requirements, financial aid and registration for new-student orientation. Sponsored by Cal State Fullerton. 6-8:30 pm. Free. La Quinta High School, Lyceum Building, 10372 McFadden Ave., Westminster, Calif. Information: RSVP before April 19 at [email protected].

Newport Beach Film Festival
April 25-May 2
Screening of several premieres and galas for a singular festival experience. Information: (949) 253-2880 or http://www.newportbeachfilmfest.com/2013/.

Taste of Huntington Beach
April 28
Sample some of the local foods from local restaurants. Proceeds will benefit Huntington Beach Library. Noon to 4 pm. Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach, Calif. Information: (714) 375-5023.

2013 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival
May 2-12
The 29th edition of Southern California’s largest Asian Pacific Film Festival presents the best films from more than 20 countries featuring world premieres and sneak previews, as well as showcasing documentaries and narratives focusing on the voices of Asian Pacific Americans and Asians around the world. Tickets go on sale April 5. Information and schedule: www.vconline.org/festival or Visual Communications at (213) 680-4462, Ext. 59.

International Festival
May 4
More than 900 musicians and dancers will be at the festival on three stages, plus international foods and games, and a chance to win a trip to China. Free admission; $10 parking. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, Calif. Information: (949) 480-4081.

Family Fun Friday
May 10
Visitors will enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment and interactive programs. The museum will have a carnival atmosphere with carnival games and acts. Free. 5:30 p.m. Balboa Fun Zone, 600 E. Bay Ave., Balboa Calif. Information: www.explorOcean.org or (949) 675-8915.

Anatolian Festival
May 16-19
The Anatolian Culture Festival will have food, art, exhibitions, performances, dance and live music. Orange County Fairgrounds, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, Calif. Information: (310) 208-7290.

Lobsterfest
May 17
All-you-can-eat lobster with live music and silent auction. Yorba Linda Community Center, 4501 Casa Loma Ave., Yorba Linda, Calif. Information: Tickets http://www.yllobsterfest.com/buy-tickets/

Greek Festival
May 17-19
Traditional Greek food and music and activities for children. St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 405 N. Dale St., Anaheim, Calif. Information: (714) 827-0182.

Strawberry Festival
May 24-27
Festival celebrating the city’s growing of strawberries. Free. Euclid and Main streets, Garden Grove, Calif. Information: (714) 638-0981.

Fish Fry and Carnival
May 31- June 2
Fry fish, raffle, and carnival games and rides. Fairview Park, Costa Mesa, Calif. Information: http://www.cmnhlions.com/

Grief Support Group
Thursdays
The Grief Share Support Group is for mothers who have lost children of any age. The group meets every Thursday evening. 12831 Olive St., Garden Grove, Calif. Information: (714) 892-1520 or (714) 343-7516.

Farmers Market
Sundays
Vendors sell fresh produce and other food items. 9 am.-2 pm. Free. Main Street between Garden Grove Boulevard and Acacia Parkway, Garden Grove, Calif. Information: Lee at (562) 498-6048 or (562) 499-9299.