NothingDiesWithBlueSkies
Joined: Jul 26, 2010
Posts: 36
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Posted on Mar 26 2018 12:46 PM
I haven't seen this mentioned here yet and I don't know all the details and theres lots of talk swirling around, but there is a BIG 2 day "Anniversary Show" at Dons this coming Friday and Saturday!
Friday night has The Hula Girls, Ding Dong Devils, Ukulena and Outerwave in the main room, plus The Breakaways and Driving Guitars (Ventures Tribute) in the Longboard Room.
Sunday has Jason Lee, Hot Rod Trio, Big Poi Combo and Rayford Brothers.
Again, lots of talk swirling around.. not sure what is fact and what is fiction, but you don't want to miss this one!
Anyone with more info please post it!
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25315
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Mar 26 2018 01:03 PM
On sat, Rayford bros at 3,
The Tiki Creeps at 4,
The Anchvies at 5
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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NeedsMoreReverb
Joined: Dec 12, 2007
Posts: 318
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Posted on Mar 26 2018 09:24 PM
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NothingDiesWithBlueSkies
Joined: Jul 26, 2010
Posts: 36
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Posted on Mar 26 2018 11:10 PM
Apparently a couple of their regular weekly gigs are doing final performances this week, and the OCWeekly said
"Rumors of the restaurant’s closing continue to circulate though there’s been no official word yet from management as the restaurant edges closer to the Ohana Gathering celebrating Don’s 10 year anniversary this Saturday and Sunday. Restaurant management could not be reached for comment as of press time."
https://www.ocweekly.com/fully-fullwood-draws-massive-crowd-for-last-show-at-don-the-beachcomber/
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25315
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Mar 27 2018 02:02 PM
Ohana shows are on Friday and Saturday,
And sold out,
They are open Sunday for Easter,
But just their regular menu. Not a special brunch.
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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tahitijack
Joined: Nov 03, 2006
Posts: 690
San Clemente, CA
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Posted on Mar 27 2018 02:40 PM
In 2015 Don's was threatened by a rezone process that would allow development if high-rise condos. After an evening of hearing both sides, the Huntington Beach city council voted against the rezone leave Don's in a safe harbor. In follow up news reports the landlord seemed to say they were satisfied with the outcome. But these things never seem to go away for ever so there may be something brewing.... again.
— Happy Sunsets!
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NothingDiesWithBlueSkies
Joined: Jul 26, 2010
Posts: 36
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Posted on Mar 27 2018 07:22 PM
"Ohana shows are on Friday and Saturday,
And sold out"
Are the shows in the Longboard Room a separate admission or are they part of the Ohana Show?
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25315
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Mar 28 2018 12:57 AM
Longboard room is ticket needed,
Dagger bar Friday and Saturday are free
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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tahitijack
Joined: Nov 03, 2006
Posts: 690
San Clemente, CA
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Posted on Mar 28 2018 09:03 AM
A story about Don's closing is in today's Orange County Register. Someone with better skills than me can post a link to the story.
— Happy Sunsets!
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Sonichris
Joined: Mar 06, 2006
Posts: 1873
Wear gloves - I'm in the Rockies
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Posted on Mar 28 2018 09:11 AM
Don's OC Register
I've always liked Dons, and I hope it turns into something else cool.
— "You can't tell where you're going if you don't know where you've been"
Last edited: Mar 28, 2018 09:12:47
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tahitijack
Joined: Nov 03, 2006
Posts: 690
San Clemente, CA
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Posted on Mar 28 2018 09:22 AM
Thanks for the assistance Sonichris. When I lived in Belmont Shore, Sam's Seafood was always a good place to go way back when abalone was on the menu.
— Happy Sunsets!
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surfbeatnik
Joined: Apr 01, 2007
Posts: 345
Sea Country, CA, USA
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Posted on Mar 29 2018 08:49 AM
I sure hope that the owners of the property can find a way to keep the tiki vibe alive in whatever comes next.
We attended many shows there when it was Sam's Seafood, as well as having 2 different CD release parties for The Torquays in the back room.
KONA was the name for a few year and we saw a few surf shows and attended an awesome New Year's Eve party with The Tikiyaki Orchestra.
Don's has had a good run, it's too bad that their business model isn't sustainable, day in and day out.
Hoping for the best.
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Brian
Joined: Feb 25, 2006
Posts: 19195
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
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Posted on Mar 29 2018 08:58 AM
Don's has almost always been a stop on my trips to the SG101 convention over the years. So many magical moments and memories were captured there for me: laughing with friends, getting to know fellow SG101'ers better, amazing drinks, member jams, listening to PJ and Gil Orr with Jim Frias on sax, etc, etc.
One memory in particular was from the year Martin Cilia played. I remember Captain Springfield and I sat at a table with Martin's bandmates Lloyd and Janette. Lloyd regaled us with many fascinating tales of working with Jim Skiathitis and Peter Hood from The Atlantics. He had all these incredible stories about Jim and an amazing story about Peter teaching him how to play Bombora. Wow!
Another fond memory was one year Matt Quilter set up his surf karaoke machine and all kinds of great people got up and played along to his backing tracks with him.
I too hope it continues in some form.
— Site dude - S3 Agent #202
Need help with the site? SG101 FAQ - Send me a private message - Email me
"It starts... when it begins" -- Ralf Kilauea
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maximumsurfandroll
Joined: Nov 16, 2013
Posts: 182
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Posted on Mar 29 2018 02:28 PM
Hoping to pop in on the Saturday afternoon: does anyone know if kids are allowed in the Dagger Bar (they'd have ear protection)?
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25315
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Mar 29 2018 11:11 PM
its all ages when food is served,
but....
its going to be a zoo,
and they have to be in a booth.
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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NothingDiesWithBlueSkies
Joined: Jul 26, 2010
Posts: 36
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Posted on Apr 02 2018 01:19 PM
It was a great weekend at Dons! So now that it's a new month, does anyone know if Dons is open or have any new information on its fate?
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25315
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Apr 02 2018 06:25 PM
I heard its day to day,
No entertainment,
And limited food n drinks
In the bar only
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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