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AARON RUMLEY SQUARE award-winning local jeweler Adam Neeley ; “ Reflections of Resilience ,” featuring works showcasing the artistic journeys of Laguna College of Art & Design ’ s recent Master of Fine Art graduates through Aug . 25 ; and “ On the Edge : Los Angeles Art from the Joan and Jack Quinn Family Collection ,” which explores the history of contemporary art in Los Angeles until Sept . 2 .
End your date with a sweet treat across the street at Urth Caffé , housed in a historic building that dates back to 1917 . With nearly 30 decadent desserts to choose from , such as flourless chocolate cake , Oreo cheesecake , matcha tiramisu or Granny Smith apple pie , it will be hard to choose . Urth Caffé is also known for its large inventory of hand-selected fine teas . Unwind with a cup of African rooibos or tea lattes like the Green Rose , Moroccan Mint or Divine Spice Chai .
DINNER AND A SHOW For a traditional date with a Laguna Beach twist , grab dinner at the Lumberyard Restaurant , with a building that looks like it was plucked from a fairy tale and the warm glow of a fireplace inside . Located downtown , the site was once part of an actual lumberyard .
“ Low lighting , comfortable booths , live music , great food
Brian Krinsky , Jered McLenigan and Lauren Weinberg are starring in “ Camelot .”
and warm service round out the experience and atmosphere ,” says co-owner Cary Redfearn . “ Our mezze platter and tinned fish platters are meant to be shared and are a fun and healthy way to begin a meal . Continuing with that theme , share a crab cake salad or roasted beet salad followed by our delightful sea bass over risotto . Finish with bread pudding for dessert . A bottle of Pepe Luis albarino from Spain would complement the meal well .” After a romantic dinner , walk over to Laguna Playhouse , allowing the season to choose your experience . This summer , “ Camelot ” will whisk you off to a world where romance mingles with fantasy in July , with the musical offering memorable characters and its own sense of magic . Around the holidays , the annual Lythgoe Family Panto typically makes its way to the stage , presenting comical takes on beloved stories like “ Cinderella ” or “ Aladdin .” Events like the Laguna Beach Music Festival and Laguna Dance Festival tend to appear here as well , usually around February .
SUNSET PICNIC IN THE PARK Take your main squeeze for a stroll along the landscaped pathway at Heisler Park for expansive , breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean . Watch surfers catching waves or sea lions coming up for air , admire the public art and enjoy postcard-perfect views