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DEPARTMENTS
12 Editor ’ s Letter
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DECEMBER 2023 / JANUARY 2024 |
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14 Calendar of Events
18 Around Town A look at the latest happenings around Laguna
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24 Community Night Under the Stars ; Crystal Cove Conservancy Soiree ; Splash !; Wyland Foundation Fall Gala |
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28 Fabric of the Community : Ocean Originals Artist Wyland makes waves as a dedicated marine conservationist . |
30 Active : Western Rhythm Instructor Mary Schmidt discusses why line dancing is not only fun , but also provides a great workout for all fitness levels . |
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CARING FOR CANINES
UNCONDITIONAL HELPS SENIOR AND SPECIAL NEEDS DOGS
LEND A HELPING HAND
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COVER : Amy and Julian Mack , co-founders of Unconditional , a nonprofit that rescues and finds homes for senior and special needs dogs ( page 36 ). They are pictured with their dogs ( from left ), Levi , Harper , StanLee and Oona .
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FEATURES
62 TRAVEL : WINTER WONDERLANDS
Experience scenic snowscapes right here in California as you hit the slopes at nearby ski resorts .
By ASHLEY RYAN
68 REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE
Tour some of Laguna ’ s top homes currently on the market .
78 TASTE OF THE TOWN
Explore the latest news about dining out in Laguna Beach .
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32 W & D : The Art of Sharing Appetizers take center stage at Laguna restaurants , allowing diners to dig in as a group .
34 A & G : Masters of Mosaics Mike Tauber and Jesse Bartels piece together works that stand the test of time .
36 Q & A : For the Love of Dogs Unconditional , a senior and special needs dog rescue , is building a Laguna Canyon adoption center and has opened a veterinary center to reduce the organization ’ s medical care costs .
82 Last Impressions : 10 Minutes With … Lindsay Smith The chef-owner of Nirvana Kitchen & Pantry reveals how she transformed the restaurant to allow for more time with her family and offers tips to enhance your holiday meals .
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LEFT : COURTESY OF MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN SKI AREA ; RIGHT , FROM TOP : MATT BILBAULT ; CAPTURING LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY ; SARAH KING PHOTOGRAPHY |
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