Artist Adventurer Hunts for Inspiration in Far Corners
The hunt for adventure from Africa to the Amazon sustains Casey Parlette powerfully influences his mixed media sculptures. Parlette is one of 35 new artists to join the 154-artist contingent in this summer's 76th annual Festival of Arts juried fine art show, which opens Sunday. Full Story
She's a Hoot Performing Stand Up or Falling Down
'Fall Down' Reality Laguna comedian Lynn Epstein can be seen revealing her physical prowess (or lack thereof) as an upcoming contestant on "Wipe Out," at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8. Full Story
Festival Weekend Wire
Friday, July 4. The Art-A-Fair, guitaristsinger Don Cowell, 2 to 5 p.m. Sawdust Art Festival: Community Concert Band roves from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Rob Eller plays at the tavern from 11:20 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dan Wilson plays classic rock at the grill from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and reggae hits the main deck with La Dee Dreade at 1 to 5 p.m. Full Story
A Dose of Reality on Reality TV
A local resident shares her experience on NBC's 'America's Got Talent' Laguna Beach resident Victoria Hazlett, better known locally as the Singing Wish Fairy, debuted her act to 17 million viewers last week on NBC's reality show "America's Got Talent," only to get the boot after singing four notes. Full Story
Artist Held at the Gate a Second Time
The gate artist Jon Seeman designed for Bluebird Park seemed in danger of slamming shut on him this week. Yet after much testimony by the public and arts commissioners, who unanimously recommended Seeman's whimsical gate, the City Council also voted 4-1 to approve the installation contingent upon an expert's evaluation and approval that it meets safety standards. Full Story
Choir Welcomes Summer Singers
All singers are welcome to come to sing in the summer choir at Laguna Presbyterian Church. Meet in Fellowship Hall at 8 a.m. on Sunday mornings for rehearsal, and sing for worship services at 8:30 and 10 a.m. Fellowship Hall is located in the middle of Second St. between Forest and Mermaid. For further information, contact choir director Linda White at (714) 321-9860. Full Story
Earn the Write to Relax With Class
Trina Belanger will be teaching creative writing courses this summer through Laguna Beach Community Services. One begins July 9. "Refresh and Rest, Then Travel On," a journal writing course meets Wednesday, 9 to 11 a.m. Full Story
School& Arts& Book-signing July 8 Teen Novelist's Visit Makes Prime Time
Town Lisi Harri son, bestselling author of the Clique series aimed at pre-teen readers, will read from her new book, "The Clique Summer Collection: Kristen," at Laguna Beach Books at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8. To add to the excitement, ABC's "Nightline" will be filming the event and interviewing audience members from her fan base. Full Story
Tribute Set for Legendary Artist Leonard Kaplan
Laguna Art Museum will hold a special evening tribute to Laguna legend Leonard Kaplan at 6 p.m. on Aug. 20. Kaplan's friends, family and acquaintances are invited the museum to see a few of his works of art, hear about his life, and to toast his memory. Full Story
Art Teacher Receives New Education in China
Laguna College of Art & Design faculty member Ray Persinger recently spent five weeks as an artist delegate, meeting with students, giving public presentations, and creating a large public artwork sculpture for Sias University in Xinzheng, China. Full Story
Gallery Raises Funds for China's Quake Victims
Join the Mandarin Fine Art Gallery on July 12 to raise funds to help those affected by the earthquake that took place in Sichuan China in May. All proceeds will go to the Red Cross International Relief Fund for Sichuan Earthquake. Mandarin Fine Art Gallery will also donate part of its sales proceeds on the event night to the same fund. Full Story
Local Youths Invited to Paint U.S.-Iraq Peace Mural
Mural project July 4, 1- 4 p.m.
Laguna children aged five and older are invited to participate in painting a mural today, July 4, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Endangered Planet Gallery, located in the Lumber Yard Mall at 384 Forest Ave., Suite #13. Full Story
Sound spectrum
The Kooks Konk Astralwerks/Virgin Records Laguna beach Sung sweetly and with coy British accents, "Konk," the latest release by the Kooks, defines a generation of music we love to listen to. Full Story
Catch a Wave at Surf Film Premiere
On July 18, "Water Man" premieres at San Clemente's Surfing Heritage Foundation, 110 Calle Iglesia. The documentary film enables audiences to join Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama, Gerry Lopez, Rob Machado, and Chris, Keith, and Dan Malloy as they venture into the heart of Indonesia, a paradise of perfect waves. Full Story
GROOVIN IN LAGUNA
Brussels Bistro 222 Forest Ave • 376-7955 Tuesday - 7 p.m. Jennifer Hart and Llew Matthews, light jazz Wednesday - 7 p.m. Dave Goldberg/Duane Allen Trio, jazz Thursday - 7 p.m. Full Story
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