COURTESY OF LAGUNA ART MUSEUM
41ST ANNUAL CALIFORNIA COOL ART AUCTION , BENEFIT & BASH FEB . 18 - MARCH 4 ; LAGUNA ART MUSEUM View pieces by more than 125 California artists during this art auction , which is the museum ’ s biggest fundraiser of the year . Bidding starts online Feb . 18 , culminating with a celebration that brings the artists and community together March 4 . Enjoy a creative culinary experience , cocktail hour , musical performances , photo opportunities and more . ( 949- 494-8971 ; lagunaartmuseum . org )
REIKI LEVEL 1 TRAINING & CERTIFICATION FEB . 19 ; PRIVATE HOME This initiation into the art of reiki will teach you how to open your energy channels and connect with their flow in order to promote self-healing . This one-day retreat , held with a small group at a private home in north Laguna , will detail the history of the practice , the various chakras , reiki treatments and much more ; Amy Thorson of Nativ Healing also offers a level 2 training that can be taken in the future . ( nativhealing . com )
LAGUNA DANCE FESTIVAL FEB . 24-26 ; LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE Two major dance companies from the Midwest take center stage during this year ’ s iteration of the Laguna Dance Festival . On Friday night , Cincinnati Ballet presents a number of performances , then the troupe will be accompanied by Hubbard Street Dance Chicago on Saturday . The latter will get its own showcase on Sunday to wrap up the event . ( 949-715- 5578 ; lagunadancefestival . org )
LAGUNA BEACH PATRIOT ’ S DAY PARADE MARCH 4 ; DOWNTOWN LAGUNA BEACH This year , the 56th iteration of the Laguna Beach Patriot ’ s Day
“ La Crook ” by Charles Arnoldi , part of the California Cool Art Auction
Parade will make its way through the downtown streets , highlighting Southern California marching bands , classic cars , local businesses , nonprofit organizations and more . The 2023 theme , “ Volunteer Heroes ,” pays tribute to those who impact the community through their efforts , including Grand Marshal Toni Iseman , who recently retired after serving more than 20 years on the City Council . ( 949-494- 6016 ; lagunabeachparade . org )
ORANGE COUNTY RESTAURANT WEEK MARCH 5-11 ; VARIOUS LOCATIONS This beloved annual culinary event is celebrating 15 years with special prix-fixe menus from restaurants across Orange County . Participating Laguna locations include Mozambique , O Fine Japanese Cuisine , Seabutter , Starfish Laguna , Skyloft , Nirvana Grille , Lumberyard , Sueños Peruvian Cuisine and Sapphire , Cellar-Craft-Cook . ( ocrestaurantweek . com )
“ ONCE ” MARCH 8-26 ; LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE A beloved musical filled with romance , “ Once ” tells the story of an Irish musician about to give up on his dream until he meets a Czech pianist who relights the fire in his heart . The award-winning show features dreamy songs , live musical performances and an uplifting message that will leave the audience with a warm and fuzzy feeling this spring . ( 949-497- 2787 ; lagunaplayhouse . com ) /
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ONGOING
FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK : MARCH 2 ; 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 : ( temporarily on hiatus ; expected to restart in early February , but check website for updates ) Monday , Thursday and Saturday , 8 a . m .; Treasure Island Park ( 949-280-1822 ; yogainthepark . blogspot . com )
LAGUNA ART MUSEUM : In addition to art exhibits , check out Laguna Art Museum ’ s lineup of special events , including a Live ! At the Museum performance planned Feb . 9 with Douglas Masek on saxophone and pianist Bryan Pezzone on keyboard . ( 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 Sawdust Art Festival is closed for the season , creative types can find a number of art classes available year-round at the festival grounds . Sign up for workshops in acrylic painting , mixed media , pottery , fused glass blowing and more . ( 949-494-3030 ; sawdustartfestival . org )
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