“ A SHAYNA MAIDEL ” THROUGH MARCH 31 ; LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE A memory play narrated by one of two sisters , this poignant stage show is a moving tale about family , the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of forgiveness . It follows along as the girls reunite in New York City in the 1940s after one of them survived a concentration camp during World War II . ( 949-497- 2787 ; lagunaplayhouse . com )

“ EPHEMERAL MONUMENTS : A STILLMAN SAWYER RETROSPECTIVE ” THROUGH MARCH 31 ; FOASOUTH Artwork from Festival of Arts exhibitors can be viewed yearround at this satellite gallery inside Active Culture . Currently displaying photography from the late Stillman Sawyer , the black-and-white landscape prints showcase the beauty of nature , the passing of time and how the two intersect . ( 949-494-1145 ; foapom . com )

“ WINTER BLOOMS ” THROUGH MARCH 31 ; JOANNE ARTMAN GALLERY With the arrival of spring comes flowers galore , but before the real blooms open up , stop by this north Laguna gallery to view floral-themed paintings . This show features pieces by Anna Kincaide and Mary Finlayson that convey emotion and intimacy , with Kincaide incorporating socio-cultural symbols of status and identity and Finlayson adding movement to her still lifes . ( 949-510-5481 ; joanneartmangallery . com )

“ MODERN ALCHEMY ” THROUGH JULY 29 ; LAGUNA ART MUSEUM In the museum ’ s first decorative arts exhibit , Adam Neeley ’ s jewelry designs are in the spotlight , highlighting the fusion of art and nature , traditional techniques and modern technology . In addition to admiring the jewelry up-close , visitors can learn about Neeley ’ s process , use of gemstones and invention of the SpectraGold technique , which allows him to create a golden ombre gradient . ( 949-494-8971 ; lagunaartmuseum . org )

SCHOOLPOWER GALA MARCH 23 ; MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH Parents , educators and philanthropists will come together to support local schools during this fundraiser , which will feature a theme of Above & Beyond for 2024 . Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception , dinner and after-party along with both silent and live auctions plus a Funda-Need initiative that to support the nonprofit ’ s programs . ( 949-494- 6811 ; lbschoolpower . org )

ROCK IT IN EL MORO CANYON MARCH 30 ; CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK As the weather warms up , runners will take to the trails in El Moro Canyon at Crystal Cove State Park in hopes of crossing the finish line in either the 6K or 10-mile race . Each participant will earn a medal with the top three men and women in each category receiving prizes . The event is being held in collaboration with California State Parks and Irvine-based training gym Fitness on Fire . ( rockitracingoc . com )

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : TOM LAMB ; COURTESY OF LAGUNA ART MUSEUM ; CANDICE DARTEZ PHOTOGRAPHY ; COURTESY OF JOANNE ARTMAN GALLERY

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