Tibetan monks return to Laguna after five-year hiatus
After a five-year hiatus, the Drepung Gomang monks of India returned to Laguna Beach on April 14 to 21 for their Sacred Tibetan Arts...
Inaugural Tedx Talk Laguna Beach draws sold out crowd
With the goal of “uniting the Laguna beach community and inspire hope, optimism and action toward a flourishing future,” Laguna Beach’s first ever Tedx...
Laguna Canyon Conservancy brings local environmental groups together for Earth Day
Local environmentalists gathered for Earth Day celebrations and networking on Monday, April 22 at the Rivian South Coast Theatre.
The public heard presentations from Citizens’ Climate...
Friendship Shelter announces success of its Home For Good campaign and new fundraising goal...
When Friendship Shelter announced its Home for Good campaign last summer, its goal of raising $1 million to support its housing stabilization efforts seemed...
Tickets going fast for Laguna Beach Garden Club’s annual Gate & Garden Tour
Laguna Beach Garden Club is gearing up for its popular Gate & Garden Tour on Saturday, May 4.
The annual event, which has sold out...
Forest Avenue Promenade plan ignites debate over resident inclusion
By Jackie Connor, Special to the Independent
Despite some dissent, Laguna Beach City Council agreed to a final plan from April to November to move...
Drone light show to replace July 4 fireworks
The Laguna Beach night sky will look a little different this Fourth of July as the city council unanimously approved a drone light show...
Laguna Beach police release crime stats for 2023
Report Shows Overall Decrease in Violent and Property Crimes since 2021
The Laguna Beach Police Department reported violent and property crimes were down by seven...
LAM opens new exhibit: ‘Reflections of Resilience’
The exhibition is on view now through Aug. 25
Laguna Art Museum has revealed its next exhibit, Reflections of Resilience, features artwork by the 2024...
LBHS grad lands silver screen role
By Tasmin McGill, Special to the Independent
Recent Laguna Beach High School graduate Meg O'Connell, known as Meg Millidge on the big screen, is set...
Laguna Sports Update: Week of April 19
By Frank Aronoff | LB Indy
SPRING SPORTS UPDATE
Some Laguna sports teams had to compete during the LBUSD “Spring Break” due to the district calendar taking the...
LAM’s upcoming ‘What’s it Worth’ event to focus on jewelry
By Tasmin McGill, Special to the Independent
Curious about that special brooch passed down from grandma? The Laguna Art Museum (LAM) has teamed up with...
Donors turn out in support of Clinic’s managed care program
Friends and supporters of the Laguna Beach Community Clinic gathered on Thursday, April 4, for the Clinic’s annual lunch and live auction.
The event was...
Susi Q’s Legacy Ball brings joy and contributions to one of Laguna’s favorite nonprofits
On Saturday evening, April 6, Laguna Beach Seniors and Susi Q celebrated its 15th Legacy Ball fundraising event, which raised $380,000 for the nonprofit.
“We...
Hortense Miller Garden blooms for open house
The Hortense Miller Garden, a hidden gem in North Laguna, welcomed nearly 300 visitors to its free open house on Saturday, April 6. The...