PLANNING AHEAD

BLOOD DRIVE

Donate blood to the American Red Cross and receive a T-shirt today from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., 429 Associated Road, Brea. (714) 672-0136. Walk-ins OK.

PERSONAL GROWTH

“Thoughts for the New Year” is the topic of discussion at 10:30 a.m. today at the Orange Senior Center, 170 S. Olive St. Free. (714) 538-9633.

COMEDY

Stand-up comedy hosted by Tonya Moon is presented at 8:30 tonight at the New Orleans Cafe, Huntington Beach. $5. (714) 593-9080.

SWING MUSIC

John Henderson’s Great Swing Band performs at 8 tonight at the American Legion Hall, 143 S. Lemon St., Orange. $7. (714) 538-8570.

CARS

Peek at “Cars of the Stars,” featuring the wheels of local celebs, tonight at the Auto Show, L.A. Convention Center. (213) 741-0325.