Calendar
YOUR WEEKEND
TODAY: Catch “Life Could Be a Dream,” a ‘50s musical revue, on stage and closing Sunday at Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road. For ticket information, call (949) 497-2787 or visit https://www.lagunaplayhouse.com.
SATURDAY: Shop for a cause at Neighborhood Congregational Church’s Bargain Festival from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. , with proceeds to support the church’s mission and ministry work in the local and global community and the Laguna Beach Resource Center. The event is free and filled with bargains for purchase at reasonable prices. Additional “end of day” bargains begin after lunch, and include the bargain clothing room’s annual “stuff a bag” sale. Free parking in the church lot, 340 St. Ann’s Drive.
SUNDAY: Enjoy closing weekend festivities at the three summer art festivals. Art-A-Fair has free admission all weekend; and a drawing for a new car will be held at the Sawdust Festival today. See page A7 for details.
TODAY
Rotary Meeting
The Laguna Beach Rotary Club meets at noon at Aliso Creek Inn & Lodge, 31106 S. Coast Hwy. Anyone interested in attending should e-mail [email protected]. Lunch is served and the cost is $20. For more information about Rotary, visit https://www.lagunabeachrotary.com.
Afternoon Musical
Come and enjoy music from the ‘40s and ‘50s from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. at the Susi Q Senior Center’s new afternoon musical social. Sit and enjoy the music or show your skills at ballroom dancing. Sponsored by AristoCare Home Health Services, which will also provide a door prize. Free. For more information, call (949) 497-2441.
Saturday
Feddy Performance
Jason Feddy performs on acoustic guitar from 2 to 4 p.m.. at the Old Pottery Place, 1200 S. Coast Hwy.
Green/Blue Belt Tour
Join La Vida Laguna for the second Green Belt/Blue Belt Eco-Tour from 8 to 11 a.m. The tour meets at La Vida Laguna, 674 N. Coast Hwy. at 8 a.m. and begins with a paddle to the sea lion rookeries off Seal Rock. Then paddle to the kelp beds off Heisler Park, where “kelp lady” Nancy Caruso will speak about the underground eco-system. The group will then land on shore, and head to the Hortense Miller Gardens for a docent led tour and a snack. Cost is $75. For reservations, call (949) 275-7544.
Wednesday
Folk Band Concert
All ages will enjoy the music of three-piece folk and soul band Big Wide Grin, in a concert at 7:30 p.m. at Neighborhood Congregational Church, 340 St. Ann’s Drive. Suggested donation is $15. Free childcare by reservation to [email protected] or call (949) 494-8061.
Jazz Wednesdays
Yve Evans and her quartet perform from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Rose Garden of the Hotel Laguna, 425 S. Coast Hwy. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Cover charge is $10 and food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, visit https://www.lagunabeachlive.org or call (949) 715-9713.
ONGOING
Seniors Ping Pong
Seniors are welcome to participate in table top tennis, or ping pong, from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the multipurpose room at the Susi Q Senior Center, 380 Third St. Bring your own paddle or use one of ours. Participants must wear non-skidding shoes. Free. To register, call (949) 497-2441.
Farmers Market
The Laguna Beach certified California farmers market is from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at the Lumberyard parking lot, 384 Forest Ave. For more information, call (714) 573-0374.
Beach Cleanup
HelpBlueWater.com volunteers meet at noon on Sunday at Mozambique’s lower parking lot for a weekly beautification effort. Free parking available. To reward volunteers after the cleanup, Mozambique will provide a half-off lunch menu from 1 to 3 p.m. In addition, Mozambique will be showcasing British singer/songwriter Jason Feddy. For more information, visit https://www.HelpBlueWater.com.
Wine And Dine
Laguna Culinary Arts, 845 Laguna Canyon Road, offers Happy Hour from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, a mid-week repast with a $10 cheese plate and wine at $8 per glass, plus the chef’s special of the day. Every Friday features a Happy Hour buffet from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, call (949) 494-4006.
Preschool Stories
The Laguna Beach Public Library, 363 Glenneyre St., presents Preschool Story Time at 11 a.m. every Wednesday, followed by cookies and punch. For more information, call (949) 497-1733.
Seein’ Sea Lions
Friends of the Sea Lions of Laguna Beach, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day. Admission is free and donations welcome. To schedule a group presentation, call (949) 494-3050.
Hortense Miller Garden
The Hortense Miller Garden covers 21/2 acres of the upper slopes of Boat Canyon and features a range of plants and small-themed gardens. Tours through the garden and private residence are at 10 a.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and must be scheduled two weeks in advance. For more information, call (949) 497-0716, ext. 6.
Laughter Yoga
Laguna Laughter Club gatherings take place at 8 a.m. Sunday through Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday at the northernmost end of Main Beach. For more information, call (949) 376-1939 or visit https://www.joyfulb.com.