FEATURES

TROLLEY TIME

While parking can be troublesome in Laguna , especially downtown , transportation options abound to avoid the hassle .

By MOLLY O ’ BRIEN

SCIENCE SUPERSTARS

Local organizations offer STEM programming that opens doors for youths in Laguna Beach and beyond .

By ASHLEY RYAN

EAT & DRINK

FIRED UP FOR SPICE

SIGNATURE SIPS

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

10 MINUTES WITH MUSICIAN LEE ROCKER

Q & A WITH LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE ’ S NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

A SPOTLIGHT ON THE MY HERO PROJECT

TRAVEL : A HAWAIIAN HIDEAWAY

The newly reimagined Turtle Bay Resort offers a tropical escape filled with luxurious amenities and opportunities for relaxation and adventure .

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 .

COVER : Local dishes bring the heat like this spicy tuna poke at Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails ( page 52 ).

PHOTO : Courtesy of Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails

DEPARTMENTS

12 Editor ’ s Letter

14 Calendar of Events

18 Around Town A look at the latest happenings around Laguna

24 Community Annual Chamber Golf Tournament ; A Night of Magic Gala ; Bob Margolis Golf Tournament ; The Shea Center Gala

28 Fabric of the Community : Shining a Light Local nonprofit The My Hero Project honors global changemakers to help youth realize their own potential .

30 Active : Taking Flight Explore the trails during bird walks led by the Laguna Canyon Foundation , identifying flying species along the way .

32 A & G : Paw Prints on Your Heart Animal lovers Tiffany Dnaka and Debby Carman craft treasured pieces of art depicting their clients ’ furry , four-legged friends .

34 Q & A : Second Act David Ellenstein , the new artistic director at Laguna Playhouse , looks to breathe new life into the iconic theater , one eclectic season at a time .

82 Last Impressions : 10 Minutes With … Lee Rocker The Stray Cats bassist and solo artist continues to rock this town and beyond .

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