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SIP & SHUCK Fundraiser Returns to Laguna
10.06.22
The Deck on Laguna Beach, Driftwood Kitchen and Hendrix Restaurant & Bar, together with The Bungalows at Pacific Edge Hotel, is bringing back its popular SIP & SHUCK fundraiser on Sunday, October 9 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
This event, the 8th beachside soiree to benefit CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Orange County, gives guests the unique opportunity to experience a variety of hand-shucked oysters, champagne, sparkling wines, spirits, and more from around the world, all while enjoying panoramic ocean views. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz and his team will prepare delicious tastes from The Deck, Driftwood Kitchen, and Hendrix.
The event will include beverages from Ketel One, Grey Goose, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Nolet’s Gin, Casamigos Tequila, Captain Morgan, RumHaven, Bacardi, Stoli Vodka, Ballast Point Brewery, Laguna Beach Beer Company, Champs de Provence Rose, Veuve Clicquot, Salt Rose, Cloudy Bay, Milagro Tequila, Hendrick’s Gin, Kendall Jackson, San Benedetto Water, Coca-Cola, and Lavazza Coffee, among others.
General admission tickets for the 21-and-over event are available for purchase for $200 pre-sale (2:30 p.m. entry) or $250 for VIP (1:30 p.m. entry). Admission includes oysters and other decadent bites, as well as access to champagne, wine, cocktail and beer sampling. Event attendees looking to enjoy the evening's celebrations may take advantage of the Pacific Edge Hotel's Shake, Stir & Stay packages.
The Deck on Laguna Beach is located at 627 Sleepy Hollow Lane, nestled between the Pacific Edge Hotel and the Pacific Ocean, just off Pacific Coast Highway. For more information or to purchase tickets for Sip & Shuck, please visit http://www.sipnshuck.com.
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Protecting Laguna Beach’s Small Town Charm with Measure Q
10.05.22
Known the world over for its dramatic coastline, art shows and charming village vibe Laguna Beach welcomes more than 6.5 million visitors a year. Remaining true to its roots is one of the reasons Measure Q will be on the ballot next month. Laguna Beach voters will be asked if they would like the right to vote on significant projects.
22 years ago, Newport Beach residents were asked a similar question with the Greenlight initiative and the answer was a resounding “yes.” Dana Point passed its initiative in 2016.
Orange County’s coastal cities face increasing challenges. Built out and in a high fire zone, this town of 23,000 has some of the highest property values in Orange County and Laguna Beach residents would like to keep it that way.
If passed, Measure Q locks in key zoning standards that have been used for decades. It requires a vote to exceed these standards, to combine lots (to avoid ‘big box’ buildings) and asks the city to carefully consider the cumulative effects of congestion from multiple nearby projects.
Thoroughly vetted over a 2-year period by over 220 residents with the input of experts, the ballot initiative is ideal for the OC’s most eclectic coastal town.
Benefits of Measure Q include faster project approvals, fewer staff hours, and less overtime. For residents, it offers peace of mind that their quality of life, views, environment, and property values will be maintained.
The initiative relates to commercial buildings near Coast Highway and Laguna Canyon Road and large apartment buildings.
More about Q:
- Encourages remodel, repair, or reconstruction of any existing building with the same size, height, and type
- Complies with State-mandated affordable housing laws
- Single-family homes and small apartment buildings are excluded
- Public or private K-12 schools, hospitals, museums, or houses of worship are exempt
- There is no competing ballot measure against Measure Q
Q gives voters a say in how Laguna will look for generations to come. For more information, please visit lagunaresidentsfirst.org.
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