Jheri St. James with her performance troupe.
Laguna local Jheri St. James, an award-winning dancer and instructor, will offer a free preview of a belly dancing class from 7:30-9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12, in Studio 2 at the Susi Q. Community Center, 380 Third St.
The evening will include live performances, refreshments, and class time activities in the art of belly dancing.
Learn about finger cymbals, veil dancing, ethnic cane dance and sword dancing and joining the performance group JJ & the Habibis Laguna Beach Belly Dancers.
More info available at www.JheriCo.net, [email protected], or 949- 494-5031.
An Exclusive Offer For Locals Only
The Pacific Edge Hotel is offering Bungalow Beach Club memberships to local residents.
Benefits and privileges include discounted access to the hotel’s beachfront private bungalows, discounted hotel bookings on all Joie de Vivre hotels, complimentary valet parking, discounts on food and beverages, free wi-fi and mini bars stocked with non-alcoholic beverages. Prices range from $2,000-$3500 for a year membership.
For more information and restrictions, contact 949-281-5711 or [email protected].
Business Club Invites All to Hear Guest Speaker
Pamela Berkson, a nurse practitioner and associate clinical professor at the UC Irvine Medical Center, speaks to the Laguna Beach Business at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19.
A buffet breakfast and networking roundtable at the Hotel Laguna precede the speaker, who is a consultant, lecturer and local resident.
Register with Bart Zandbergen at 949-455-0300 x218.
Date Set for Lifeguard Tryouts
Sign-in for lifeguard tryouts begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Main Beach Lifeguard White Tower on Saturday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 14.
Attendance at one test session is required. Candidates must be ready to enter the water at 9 a.m. and the application completed and submitted prior to Feb. 26 at 4 p.m.
Follow the online application instructions on the city’s Employment website page at: http://www.lagunabeachcity.net/cityhall/marine/employment_.asp.
Assistance League Awards Scholarships
Chris Grant and Michelle Cleary were awarded scholarships funded by a $20,000 grant from the Laguna Beach Assistance League to the Collaborative Courts Foundation.
The grant was designated for assisting participants in meeting transportation, medical, dental, vision, and education needs.
The presentation was made in the chambers of Superior Court Judge Matthew Anderson in the Harbor Justice Center in Newport Beach with two Assistance League members.
Seeds Celebrates Health and Well-Being
SEEDS Arts and Education will hold their third Annual TerraVita Herbal Symposium Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1 at Anneliese Schools’ Willowbrook campus, 20062 Laguna Canyon Rd.
The weekend gathering offers hands-on workshops on herbal medicine, plant walks, music and a marketplace.
Tickets are $70 for one day or $115 for both days. There is a children’s program from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday for $60.
Lunch, provided by Whole Foods, is included in all registration fees. For class descriptions and registration, visit http://www.seedsed.org.
Designer’s Looks Descend the Aisle in Wedding Special
Laguna local Oday Shakar recently scored a nice gig designing gowns for flower girls and models in the wedding of Lance Bass and Michael Turchin in December.
The celebrity wedding was to be shown this week during “Lance Loves Michael,” on the E! network.
Ritual Wellness Adds Food to the Juicebox
Juice store Ritual Wellness, 1100 S. Coast Highway, has expanded its menu to include plant-based, dairy-free wraps and salads.
