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Show Samples Stabler’s Newest Work Laguna Beach resident Shaena Stabler performs songs from a new recording, “Out Of The Darkness,” at 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 19, at Mozambique restaurant, 1740 S. Coast Highway. DJ Laura Buckle will spin dance music before and after...

In his latest book, “Dropping the Struggle – 7 Ways to Love the Life You Have,” author Roger Housden explores the root causes of suffering and how to diminish them. “Suffering comes from wanting things to be different than they are,” said Housden, whose previous works include the...

Abstract expressionist painter Nina Kolarek-Cullen’s latest exhibition, “Pixelated World” opens at Avran Art + Design gallery with a 6-9 p.m. reception Saturday, Sept. 10, 540 S. Coast Highway. “My inspiration is derived from a kaleidoscope of colors found in nature, vivid blue...

Friday, Sept. 2 “Menopause: the Musical,” 7:30 p.m., Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road. 949-497-2787. Thru Sept. 11. Justin Ratowsky, 7 p.m., Big Fish Tavern, 540 S. Coast Hwy. #200. Adam Lasher, 7 p.m., Cliff Bar & Firepit Lounge, 577 S. Coast Hwy. Nick I & ADD, 9...

Actress Jane Lynch is one of many stars expected to attend a celebrity benefit at the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, Saturday, Aug. 27, the final weekend of the summer season. Guests will receive a red carpet welcome at 650 Laguna Canyon Road and be treated to fine...

Having retired from a career teaching engineering and technology, 83-year old Loyd Walter has now set his sights on woodwork, as it has developed from a long-time hobby to an engrossing passion. From an early age, Walter could see the beauty of wood in its natural state so while...

Registration for the boys basketball league at the Boys and Girls Club of Laguna, under the direction of Coach Hans Laroche, opens on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Player evaluations are mandatory and will be held the week of Oct. 3-7. Four sessions of pre-season basketball camp starts Oct....

The 40th running of the VIC skimboard competition, where professional and amateur skim boarders alike ride the shore break at Aliso Beach, begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 27. Victoria Skimboards of Laguna Beach puts on the contest, which is free to the public and continues with...

Friday, Aug. 26 Art-a-Fair, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. weekends, 9 p.m. weekdays. 777 Laguna Canyon Rd. $7.50. Free to residents. Ending Aug. 28. Festival of Arts, 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., 650 Laguna Canyon Road; free to residents. Pageant of the Masters, 8:30 p.m., ticketed. (800) 487-3378or...

Mariachis Tapatio de Los Angeles displayed their boundless joy and talent performing for the Boys and Girls Club in Laguna Beach on Monday, Aug. 8. The performers, who each sang and played traditional instruments, introduced the audience to Mexican dances, passionate cries from...

The 12th annual Rotary Classic Car show takes place this year on Sunday, Oct. 2, which benefits many local charities. The club recently distributed $12,000 in annual community grants to representatives from the Boys and Girls Club, Laguna Beach Seniors, LOCA, radio station KX...

Nepal Children’s Home Gains Backers Chhahari, Inc., a home in Kathmandu, Nepal, for 23 at-risk and orphaned children, added two Laguna Beach residents to its board, Tori Johnston and Victoria McGinnis. Johnston, who works as an audio programming manager for an in-flight...

Artists made the runway their canvas at the Festival of Arts, competing to create the most imaginative and unique designs using reclaimed, reused or recycled materials last Sunday, Aug. 13. A three-panel judge chose the top looks in four categories and over 2,000 Festival...

The Russell Ferrante Trio and saxophonist Bob Mintzer will play the final Concert on the Green at the Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Saturday, Aug. 20, from 1-2:30 p.m. “This is a not-to-be-missed concert for fans of the Yellowjackets and great jazz music,” said Susan...