DECEMBER 2023 / JANUARY 2024 ART | ACTIVITIES | ENTERTAINMENT

Pieces from Teena Zerefos will be exhibited at Sandstone Gallery .

and the Revolutionary War to a New York City apartment building , each character focuses on one moment in time . ( 949-715-0333 ; nosquare . org )

RIVIAN SOUTH COAST THEATER OPENING WEEKEND DEC . 9-10 ; RIVIAN SOUTH COAST THEATER Automaker Rivian celebrates the opening of its flagship showroom at the renovated South Coast Theater , which will feature the latest Rivian vehicles but also screen movies through a partnership with Coast Film & Music Festival . Opening weekend includes showings of “ Wild Life ” on Dec . 9 and “ Birth of the Endless Summer ” on Dec . 10 in addition to other activities like family art workshops led by Laguna College of Art & Design . ( 888-748-4261 ; rivian . com )

BIRDING BY THE CREEK DEC . 16 ; ALISO AND WOOD CANYONS WILDERNESS PARK , ALISO VIEJO Join OC Parks experts as they lead a morning hike down to Aliso Creek on this easy , 3-mile loop trail . Touted as one of the best birding sites in Orange County , those trekking through this riparian area can spot species such as California scrub jays , hummingbirds ,

mourning doves , sandpipers , sparrows , finches and more . ( 949-497-8324 ; lagunacanyon . org )

PANCAKES WITH SANTA DEC . 17 ; THE RANCH AT LAGUNA BEACH Snag a picture with Santa , decorate holiday ornaments and enjoy a festive singalong during this merry morning affair . In addition to a signature pancake station with an array of syrups and toppings , guests can also dine on fresh berries , breakfast potatoes , scrambled eggs , smoked bacon , pastries and more . ( 949-499-2271 ; theranchlb . com )

SKYLOFT ’ S ULTIMATE NYE PARTY DEC . 31 ; SKYLOFT Dance the night ( and the year ) away with performances by blues / rock act The Alvarez Band , funk / R & B band Remix and DJ Bobbito the Chef . In addition to the live music , the restaurant plans to offer prix fixe options like steak , seafood , barbecue dishes and more . Plus , you can ’ t beat the views from the rooftop . ( 949-715-1550 ; skyloftoc . com )

“ THE LIGHT & THE VESSEL ” JAN . 4-30 , 2024 ; SANDSTONE GALLERY Australian abstract painter Teena

Zerefos will serve as a guest artist for the month of January , with her Mediterranean-inspired pieces hanging in the Skylight Gallery . Influenced by her Greek heritage and time living near Australia ’ s Bondi Beach , her contemporary masterpieces feature shapes in hues of cobalt blue and bright white . At the same time , printmaker Anne Moore will showcase her one-of-a-kind monotypes in the Front Gallery . ( 949- 497-6775 ; sandstonegallery . com )

KONTRAPUNKTUS CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT JAN . 13 , 2024 ; LAGUNA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH For nearly a decade , the Kontrapunktus chamber orchestra has won over the hearts of its audiences with moving performances by highly trained musicians . Playing classical songs in a baroque style , the group aims to enchant listeners from all walks of life while inspiring the next generation to develop an interest in music from the past . ( Laguna Presbyterian : 949-494- 7555 ; lagunapreschurch . org ) ( Kontrapunktus : kontrapunktus . com )

CHEF CHALLENGE JAN . 29 , 2024 ; LUMBERYARD Local parents , SchoolPower supporters and community members gather for a three-course dinner with a twist at this fundraising event . Each year , principals from the four public schools in town select dishes that are then prepared by Lumberyard ’ s chefs in hopes of taking home the Golden Spatula ; guests vote on their favorite dishes to crown the winner . ( 949- 494-6811 ; lbschoolpower . org ) /

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FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK : JAN . 4 ; FEB . 1 ; VARIOUS LOCATIONS First Thursdays Art Walk is a beloved tradition in town that encourages locals and visitors alike to view artwork and mingle at local galleries . ( 949-463-4800 ; firstthursdaysartwalk . org )

FREE YOGA IN THE PARK : Monday , Thursday and Saturday , 8 a . m .; Treasure Island Park ( 949-280-1822 ; yogainthepark . blogspot . com )

LAGUNA ART MUSEUM : In addition to ongoing art exhibits , check out Laguna Art Museum ’ s special events , including an illustrated lecture on historic artists from Northern California on Dec . 10 , a musical performance by Duo Tinkerhess on Dec . 14 , a film screening about Theophilus Brown on Dec . 17 and more . ( 949-494-8971 ; lagunaartmuseum . org )

LAGUNA BEACH FARMERS MARKET : Saturdays , 8 a . m . to noon ; Forest Avenue and Laguna Canyon Road ( ocerac . ocpublicworks . com )

LAGUNA LAUGHERS : An informal group meeting Mondays , Wednesdays , Fridays and Saturdays , 9 a . m .; Main Beach ( lyinstitute . org )

NATURE HIKES : Various dates ; Laguna Canyon Foundation ( 949-497-8324 ; lagunacanyon . org )

SAWDUST STUDIO ART CLASSES : During Winter Fantasy at the Sawdust Art Festival grounds , enjoy complimentary art , craft and pottery workshops for all ages . Year-round art classes are also taking place concurrently . ( 949-494-3030 ; sawdustartfestival . org )

TEENA ZEREFOS