COMING UP

FOR THE RECORD

A “Coming Up” item in Monday’s paper concerning Newport Harbor High School’s Grad Night fundraising party incorrectly stated that the Thursday event would include casino-style games and a live disc jockey. Those activities will take place at Grad Night itself, not the fundraiser. The party on Thursday features a live and silent auction, an appetizer buffet and opportunities for parents to sign up for Grad Night duty.

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Parents-only school party

Newport Harbor High School’s Grad Night, held in June, will provide a welcome relief for students who worked hard to graduate. This week, parents can join the fun with “European Vacation,” an adults-only event held to raise funds for the annual student bash. Among the attractions Thursday evening are a silent and live auction, casino-style games, food and a live DJ.

“European Vacation” lasts from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday at Sterling BMW, 3000 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Tickets are $20 at the door, with casual attire requested and valet parking provided. Call (949) 722-8413 or (949) 548-6867 for information.

Classical quartet, from Berlin to O.C.

The Philharmonia Quartett Berlin will play Beethoven, Britten and Shostakovich in its first appearance as part of the concert series held by the Orange County Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa. The string quartet was founded in 1984 and has played around the world. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the arts center’s Founders Hall, 600 Town Center Drive. Tickets are $58. For information, call (714)556-2787.

Path of beauty at the Nature Center

Enjoy some quiet time in the great outdoors at the Environmental Nature Center’s trail of beauty. Take a self-guided walk along the path, designed by environmental educator Joseph Cornell, and read the inspirational quotations along the trail. Visit the nature center, 1601 16th St., Newport Beach, between noon and 4 p.m. weekdays or noon and 3 p.m. Saturdays for a walk, which takes about an hour. There is no admission charge. For information, call (949) 645-8489.200601309S1NETAO(LA)