Vietnamese International Film Festival
April 4-7 & 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/.
MS Walk
April 6
A two-mile walk at UCI to support research for multiple sclerosis. Registrations can be made via email, mail or phone. Check in 7:30 am. University of California, 13 Aldrich Hall, Room 5, Irvine, Calif. Information: (800) 486-6762.
‘Cinderella’
April 6-7
Huntington Beach’s oldest ballet company presents “Cinderella.” April 6 at 7 pm. and April 7 at 2 pm. $18 general admission; $14 seniors, students with ID and children under 12. Goldenwest College Mainstage Theater, 15744 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, Calif. Theater is off campus entrance H or I at Gothard Street and Center Avenue. Information: http://www.gwctheater.com or (714) 895-8150.
E-waste Recycle
April 6-7
Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce is hosting an E-waste recycling event and will collect computer monitors, TV sets, PC systems and printers, laptops, copiers and scanners, fax machines, printer ink cartridges. 9 am.-4 pm. $5 fee for microwave ovens. Educational Service Center (Parking Lot), 4999 Casa Loma Ave., Yorba Linda, Calif. Information: http://business.yorbalindachamber.org/Events/details/e-waste-collection-shredding-441

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Rescue Roundup
April 7
Benefit for the Waggin Trails transport. Help find homes for the pets who are scheduled for euthanization because of the lack of space in shelters. $35 adults, $20 youths. Free parking off of Ellis Avenue, west of Golden west Street. Huntington Central Equestrian Center Red Barn, 18381 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.waggintrails.org/ or (714) 328-8661.
CSUF Tech Breakfast
April 11
Dan Tunnicliff of Southern California Edison will present “Advanced Off-Grid Generation Technology and Utility Regulation” at the Cal State Fullerton College of Engineering and Computer Science Technology breakfast. CSUF is required to reduce energy consumptions, and how to accomplish that goal will be discussed. 7:30-9:30 am. $10; free to CSUF students, alumni, faculty and staff members, and ECS Affiliates. Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 2932 E. Nutwood Ave., Fullerton, Calif. Tickets:: RSVP by April 8 at (657) 278-3362 or http://calendar.ecs.fullerton.edu/EventDetail.aspx?id=27
Family Movie Night
April 12
Enjoy a movie on the big screen in the newly rejuvenated sanctuary. Bring family, friends and neighbors to watch the movie “Trouble with the Curve,” starring Clint Eastwood and Amy Adams. Free. 7 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 11832 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Calif. Information: Denice at (714) 534-2269 or [email protected]; www.fpcgg.org.
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.
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.
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.