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Councilmember Verna Rollinger, left, Mayor Kelly Boyd, and South Laguna Civic Association members Ann Christoph and Bill Rihn, last Friday celebrated wrapping up street improvements in South Laguna at a dedication ceremony. The $1.5 million project was 60 percent funded by a 2007 federal transportation grant, intended for scenic highways and pedestrian improvements. Planning began 10 years ago on the project that features 21 trees, a landscaped median, new sidewalks, a 10-space pocket parking lot and six new on-street spaces, as well as cobblestone planters, bus shelters and pediments for lantern-style street lamps. Full Story
Taking a Path Paved With Good Wishes
Dave Rusk celebrated Independence Day by strapping on his helmet, revving up a Harley and setting out on a challenging 4,000-mile ride to Alaska on his own. The employee of the Laguna Beach County Water District will ride in memory of his brother Bobby and in support of his nephew Dylan, who he recently adopted. Full Story
Aliso Creek: Cradle of Laguna's Indian Past
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Imagine Aliso Creek bounded by thick vegetation and teeming with steelhead trout. Imagine, too, deer and other game quenching their thirst in the cool, clear waters of that meandering stream. Now add Indian encampments to this scene. Picture Native Americans being born, living their lives, and being buried here. Full Story
Fundraiser Serves Up Coffee Ethiopian Style
A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony will highlight the "Coffee for a Cure" fundraiser that the Laguna Coffee Company is hosting from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. Full Story
Two Parties for Tea Will Benefit Goat Lady's Projects
A couple of afternoon tea parties have been organized to help Laguna Beach's "goat lady," Rosalind Russell raise funds for her "Women Helping Women and Children" effort in Nepal. The tea parties will be held at the Gulmesoff residence in Huntington Beach from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 19 and Aug. 16. Full Story
LCAD Students Display Their Talents at Summer Exhibit
The public is invited to attend the opening reception of Laguna College of Art & Design's Gallery 793 summer student exhibition from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 26. Attendees will be treated to fine art, refreshments and the opportunity to meet the artists. Full Story
Playhouse Revisits Pop Music's Early Prince of Hip
"My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra," celebrating the pivotal moments of Sinatra's life, opens this Saturday at Laguna Playhouse for a four week run. Full Story
Susi Q Center Sizzles with Summer Events
USB Drives Computer Class - 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 10 Instructor Lee Rhodes teaches students how to use these small computer memory devices to save, open, and transfer files and carry them with you. The cost of the class is $15 and includes a 2GB USB drive. Call 497-2441 to register. Full Story
Children's Art Gets a Senior Moment
"Touched by Art," an exhibit of artwork by members of the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, is now on display at the Susi Q Senior/Laguna Beach Community Center. Viewing hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays, and the art in the lobby areas can be viewed until 5 p.m. Full Story
Grant Helps Boys Club Dish Up Treats
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach has received a $3,000 grant through a partnership with the Walmart Foundation to ensure that club members have access to nutritious meals and/or snacks this summer. The measure is taken to help children who normally receive free or reduced-price lunches during the school year. Full Story
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