Village Laguna presents “ Sawdust and Sand ,” Doug Miller documentary at Rivian Theater

Village Laguna presents a special showing of “ Sawdust and Sand : Douglas Miller ’ s Laguna Beach ” at the Rivian South Coast Theater on Monday , March 25 at 7 p . m . The doors open at 6:30 p . m . The event is free , however reservations are required to be made online at www . events . rivian . com / sawdustandsand . Don ’ t miss this opportunity to experience Miller ’ s photography and his recording of Laguna as it transitioned over 50 years , in the theater that has just been returned to a new version of its former self .

Miller and cinematographer , producer and director Jason Blalock will introduce the film and comment , and a representative of Rivian will point out highlights of their restoration efforts .

Photographer Doug Miller , ever-present at Laguna Beach events , has documented the days of our lives since arriving here in 1970 , taking over 500,000 photographs , all accompanied by meticulously recorded identifications . A Sawdust exhibitor , he has painted over 20,000 canvases . A talented violinist with the “ Moon

Photographer Doug Miller will be featured in a showing of “ Sawdust and Sand : Douglas Miller ’ s Laguna Beach on March 25 at the Rivian South Coast Theater . Submitted photo

Police ,” he plays where inspired , always appreciated .

Cinematographer Jason Blalock produced this documentary featuring Miller and his work . In total it presents “ a profound portrait of Laguna Beach and its people ,” according to critics .

Jason Blalock works as a cinematographer on a variety of documentary projects , for CNN , Discovery , HBO , Hulu , Netflix , Time , and Vice . He grew up on El Bosque in Laguna Beach , and now lives in Oakland ,

Calif . The Rivian South Coast Theater is located on 162 South Coast Highway .

Celebrate Purim with Chabad Jewish Center

Israeli themed Purim bash will take place on Sunday , March 24 , 5 p . m ., at Chabad Jewish Center .

Interactive Megillah Reading ( Scroll of Esther ), delicious buffet including falafel , shawarma , hummus , salads , dips and Hamentashen pastries , Israeli music and dancing , L ’ Chaim and wine tasting for the Adults , Photos at the Western Wall , Face Painting , and Israel themed Crafts / treats for the kiddos . Come in costume and win a prize .

This year , Purim holds heightened significance as Jews in Israel and worldwide experience one of the most difficult times in recent history . It also brings hope of the Jewish people overcoming the present challenges and a brighter future , as in the story of Purim , when the table was turned and with miracles from the Almighty , the Jews were victorious over their enemies .

Purim is observed by readings of the Megillah , sending gifts of food to

friends , giving charity to the needy , and enjoying a festive meal . It is also customary to eat a delightful cookie called Hamentashen , a triangular pastry filled with poppyseed , jelly , chocolate , etc .

To RSVP and for a complete schedule of Purim services and more , visit www . chabadoflaguna . com or call ( 949 ) 499 – 0770 .

Chabad Jewish Center is located at 30804 S . Coast Highway , across from the Montage Resort .

Adult Indoor Pickleball Courts Opening at the Boys & Girls Club

Starting Monday , March 18 , Boys & Girls Club of Launa Beach will be opening the doors to the community for indoor pickleball .

The Boys & Girls Club has three courts with absorption reducing playing surface to reduce impact immediate injuries and long-term injuries . The courts make it possible to play pickleball rain or shine .

Pickleball days and times : Mondays and Wednesdays 9 a . m . to 12 p . m .

Cost per player : $ 10 / hour for doubles play ( beginning at 9 a . m . on Mondays and Wednesdays )

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