DEPARTMENTS

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AUGUST 2023

FEATURES

SHAPING SURF CULTURE

Dick Metz spent plenty of time in Hawaii , riding the waves with locals , opening Hobie Surf Shops and starting his own surfwear brand before coming home and eventually founding a museum to preserve the sport ’ s history .

By SHARON STELLO

COVER : “ I ’ ll Brush it Off ” by Andrew Myers , displayed at Andrew Myers Art , one of several new galleries in town ( page 52 )

PHOTO : Courtesy of Andrew Myers Art

GOING GREEN

Refill shops and an eco-friendly packaging showroom have popped up in Laguna as more people seek to embrace sustainable living .

By SHARON STELLO

TRAVEL : AWE- INSPIRING ALASKA

Cruise along the coast of the 49th state , teeming with wildlife and stunning landscapes , for an adventure to remember .

By SHARON STELLO

REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE

Tour some of Laguna ’ s top homes currently on the market .

TASTE OF THE TOWN

Explore this restaurant resource for dining out in Laguna Beach .

SPECIAL SECTION

ART

Creative Classes

On View

Eco Artist

SHAPING

SURF CULTURE

DICK METZ ’ S WAVE-RIDING ADVENTURES

AND PRESERVATION EFFORTS

Q & A WITH LAGUNA

ART-A-FAIR PRESIDENT ROBERT “ BOB ” ROSS

LOCAL BUSINESSES PROMOTE IDEA OF REDUCE ,

REUSE AND REFILL

14 Calendar of Events

18 Around Town A look at the latest happenings around Laguna

24 Community Groove for Good ; Three Clubs Barefoot Canyon Classic ; SeaChange Summer Party ; Pet Parade & Chili Cook-Off

28 Fabric of the Community : Gaining Independence Local nonprofit Glennwood Housing Foundation sets up developmentally challenged residents for success with its communal home in town .

30 Active : Raising the Barre Michelle Anderson , owner of Laguna Barre , explains why these specialized workouts have taken the fitness world by storm and what to expect when you visit her new studio .

32 W & D : Berry Tasty Enjoy the flavors of summer with these local dishes , all of which are ripe with vibrant fruit that ’ s so bountiful this season .

34 Q & A : A Creative Collective Robert “ Bob ” Ross , the newly appointed president of Laguna Art-A-Fair , talks about his passion for collaboration and his vision for the festival ’ s future .

82 Last Impressions : 10 Minutes With … Steve and Embry Munsey The owners of Jedidiah Coffee talk about their soon-to-open cafe , the meaning behind their business name and what they love about Laguna .

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LEFT : COURTESY OF SURFING HERITAGE AND CULTURE CENTER / DICK METZ COLLECTION / SHACC . ORG ; RIGHT , FROM SECOND PHOTO : RYAN MILLER ; GEMMA TOTTEN ; COURTESY OF LAGUNA ART-A-FAIR

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