FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK : OCT . 6 ; 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 . ( 949-415-4652 ; firstthursdaysartwalk . org )
FREE YOGA IN THE PARK : Monday , Thursday and Saturday , 8 a . m .; Treasure Island Park ( 949-280-1822 ; yogainthepark . blogspot . com )
FROM LEFT : COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON , LAGUNA NIGUEL ; SCOTT BRASHIER
up close , showcasing only the finest examples in each of the 28 categories , from hot rods to woodies to pre-World War II automobiles . Awards will be handed out by the Rotary Club of Laguna Beach at the end of the event . ( 949-874-1742 ; lagunabeachcarshow . com )
CULINARY COOKOUT ON THE COAST OCT . 6 AND 28 ; NOV . 3 ; THE RITZ-CARLTON , LAGUNA NIGUEL Get a a taste of culinary specialties crafted by the resort ’ s chefs as this popular event makes its return . Themes include Brews & Bites ( Oct . 6 ) with appetizers that pair well with beer , Diwali Festival of Lights ( Oct . 28 ) featuring colorful Indian cuisine , and a Dia de los Muertos celebration ( Nov . 3 ) at Raya . ( 949- 240-2000 ; ritzcarlton . com )
Taste of Laguna will feature many dishes and drinks to sample .
TASTE OF LAGUNA OCT . 13 ; FESTIVAL OF ARTS GROUNDS One of Laguna ’ s most beloved events returns this fall to offer a sampling of the many drinks and dishes served up around town . More than 30 restaurants will be represented at the open-air venue , including Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails , Broadway by Amar Santana , Oliver ’ s Osteria , the forthcoming Tango and more . There will also be live music . ( 949- 494-1018 ; tasteoflagunabeach . com )
“ PETER AND THE STARCATCHER ” OCT . 14-16 ; LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE View this production by the playhouse ’ s youth theater group , featuring a stage adaptation of the popular children ’ s book series . A reinterpretation of the story of Peter Pan , also known as the Boy Who Wouldn ’ t Grow Up , this play follows an orphaned Peter on his journey to a distant island as he attempts to save powerful “ starstuff .” ( 949-497- 2787 ; lagunaplayhouse . com )
PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER GALA OCT . 23 ; FESTIVAL OF ARTS GROUNDS Enjoy an alfresco evening under the stars while promoting ocean stewardship . The gala includes a luxurious dinner as well as a live and online auction , which opens Oct . 7 and concludes the night of the event . Funds raised during the gala will go to food , medication , equipment and other supplies for the animals at the Laguna Canyon center . ( 949-494- 3050 ; pacificmmc . org )
NAPA IN NEWPORT OCT . 29 ; WALDORF ASTORIA MONARCH BEACH RESORT & CLUB , DANA POINT Sample vino from many acclaimed Napa Valley winemakers during this charity event , which benefits CureDuchenne , a group fighting against a type of muscular dystrophy . In addition to a grand tasting and live auction , guests will enjoy wine pairings alongside a chefcurated dinner . ( 949-872-2552 ; thenapawineseries . com ) g
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ONGOING
LAGUNA ART MUSEUM : In addition to several exhibits at Laguna Art Museum , mark your calendar for workshops to learn how to make a fun clock with artist Paul Frank on Sept . 17 and papier mache with artist Kim Baise on Sept . 18 . Also , Duo Apollon will perform its guitar and vocal repertoire of original art songs in Live at the Museum on Oct . 13 . ( 949-494-8971 ; lagunaartmuseum . org )
LAGUNA BEACH FARMERS MARKET : Saturdays , 8 a . m . to noon ; Forest Avenue and Laguna Canyon Road ( lagunabeachfarmersmarket . com )
LAGUNA LAUGHTER CLUB : Sunday-Friday , 8:30 a . m ., Saturdays , 10 a . m .; Main Beach ( lyinstitute . org )
NATURE HIKES : Various dates ; Laguna Canyon Foundation ( 949-497-8324 ; lagunacanyon . org )
SAWDUST STUDIO ART CLASSES : Although the Sawdust Art Festival ’ s summer season is now over , creative types can also find a number of virtual art classes available on the festival ’ s website . Try oil painting and mixed media crafts with several prerecorded options to choose from . ( sawdustartfestival . org )
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