4 lagunabeachindy . com JUNE 7 , 2024
Town Crier IN AND AROUND LAGUNA BEACH
June at the Susi Q : Learn Ukulele
Tom Joliet , Laguna Beach ’ s popular ukulele instructor , will be offering both beginning and intermediate classes in person at the Susi Q this June and July .
No prior music knowledge is needed for the beginning class .
Starting with ground zero basics , by the end of nine week ’ s participants will have been introduced to 13 chords , five strum patterns and over 35 songs .
The beginning class takes place between 10:30 and 11:30 a . m . from Thursday , June 20 to Aug . 29 , with a break from July 4 . Fee is $ 70 . Students should bring a 3-ring binder to class to start collecting songs and worksheets .
Joliet ’ s Intermediate Uke Techniques class will take place on the same days from 9:30 to 10:30 a . m . Attendees in the intermediate class must be able to play all the “ EZ Dozen plus 2 ” chords . The workshop focuses on advanced strumming techniques , finger-picking , and playing chord melodies .
Visit thesusiq . org , click on classes / events and registration and scroll down to the link to register .
Tune Up Your Core at the Susi Q
Leslie Davis is back in person in Studio 1 teaching her kinesiology-based workout , Leslie ’ s Co-ed Stretch & Strengthen Workout , founded on the Harris Method .
“ The workout that I teach was developed by Ian Harris to keep injured ballet dancers exercising , who had been injured during performances at his Philadelphia ballet company ,” Davis explained . “[ This approach strengthens the ligaments around every joint in your body , increasing circulation to speed healing from any injury .
“ This is a chance ] to pursue a healthy lifestyle and friendships in a low impact heart-healthy class .”
Davis welcomes everybody to try the class one time for free to see if this class is a good fit for their physical ability .
Participants should bring a towel , mat , a pair of 2-or 3-pound hand weights and water . The Susi Q is located at 380 Third Street , Laguna Beach .
Leslie Davis ’ s coed strength training class at the Susi Q . Photo / Susi Q
Call Christine Brewer at 949-715- 8105 to sign up or register by visiting www . thesusiq . org and clicking on classes / events and registration . Scroll down to find the direct registration link .
Visit thesusiq . org to review the ongoing programs that Susi Q offers , from ukulele lessons , to standing yoga , to bridge and mahjong classes , not to mention support groups and clubs for special interest groups ranging from genealogy to current affairs to books and so much more . The Susi Q ’ s Care Management Department ( now the Dorene Cares Office ) provides free consultation , education and practical resources for vulnerable seniors , enabling them to stay safe , informed , and independent .
South Laguna Community Garden Park Summer Youth Program
The South Laguna Community Garden Park is offering a Children ’ s Summer Youth Program each Wednesday from 9:30 to 11 a . m . from the week of June 16 to the week of Aug . 11 . The first session will be Wednesday , June 19 , beginning at 9:30 a . m . If you ’ re looking for an opportunity to teach your children general gardening skills , grow their knowledge of our earth , or simply get them active and outdoors , this program would be a great fit . Through weekly meetings , children will be able to interact with each other while participating in fun , garden-related projects .
Local high school student and former SLCGP Children ’ s Garden member Roya Goldstein will lead the sessions and share her knowledge of the ten-plus years she has spent in the Garden . SLCGP Assistant Director , Carly Sciacca will also be present at the meetings . This program is best suited for children between the ages of five to eight . Parents or guardians will be asked to accompany their child and are welcome to join in the family-friendly activities . Sessions will be held at the South Laguna Community Garden Park , 31610 South Coast Highway , Laguna Beach , CA 92651 , near the lower-level stage . For the nine meetings , there will be a $ 50 cost to cover supplies and gardening tools . To reserve a spot email Goldstein at lagunayouthgarden @ gmail . com .
Upcoming Episcopal Church Women Community Fundraising Concerts
A series of community fundraiser concerts and events this summer is planned on the ocean-view terrace behind St . Mary ’ s at 428 Park Ave . in Laguna . The Episcopal Church Women ( ECW ) is opening the series on Saturday , June 15 at 5:30 p . m . with keyboardist / vocalist , Jawn Star , who has performed worldwide for audiences including the President and
Vice President of the United States , their families and Albert Einstein Jr . who called Jawn Star , “ the Musical Genius .” Following that , local favorite Jason Feddy will perform on July 20 , then Reggie Christian with Lewis Cervante and Bill Schley on Aug . 17 . Shauna McFadden and Bob Gunn will round out the concerts on Sept . 14 . Dinner boxes from GG ’ s Bistro and Noonerz are available by preorder .
The ECW group , made up of volunteers , will donate all proceeds to local charities such as the Community Clinic , Friendship Shelter , Sally ’ s Fund , Waymaker ’ s Youth Shelter , and the Susi Q Community Center , among others ( 17 this year !). For complete information and to buy tickets , go to ecwstmaryslb . org .
Celebrate the Bluebelt and Win a Prize
The 13th Annual Laguna Bluebelt Photo Contest continues to accept entries until June 22 . Photo Contest winners in professional and amateur categories will receive cash prizes and be exhibited at the Laguna Beach College of Art and Design Gallery following an Artist Reception on Aug . 1 at 6 p . m . Find more information at contest . lagunabluebelt . org
The widely popular photo contest celebrates how residents and visitors experience and enjoy Laguna Beach ’ s
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Other cities allow public participation on Zoom . Why doesn ’ t Laguna Beach ?
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