Roger’s Gardens Celebrates 50 Years with Halloween Boutique, Midnight Market

September 08, 2025

Roger’s Gardens is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the return of its legendary Halloween Boutique, one of the most anticipated seasonal events in Southern California. Drawing more than 100,000 visitors each year, the boutique transforms the store into an immersive, theatrical shopping destination filled with collectible décor and seasonal treasures.

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Step inside California Kinship at Langson IMCA

June 10, 2025

Visitors to Langson IMCA are encouraged to slow down, embrace the experience, and make space for a sense of awe and inspiration. On view through Aug. 30, California Kinship: Painting Homelife in the Golden State Before 1940 invites guests into the private worlds of early 20th-century Californians. Curated by Langson IMCA Assistant Curator Michaëla Mohrmann, Ph.D., the exhibition features portraits and scenes of everyday life—capturing moments of intimacy, care, and connection at home. Many of the works on view are drawn from the museum’s Buck Collection.

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Hilbert Museum and Pageant of the Masters Partner for 2025 Celebration of California Art

June 03, 2025

The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University and the Festival of Arts’ Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach are joining forces in a 2025 collaboration that highlights California’s rich artistic legacy. The partnership honors the influence and scope of California art and celebrates the institutions that preserve and promote it. The initiative includes specially priced Pageant tickets for Hilbert Museum followers, a joint panel discussion on June 4, a dedicated “Hilbert Night” at the Pageant on July 9, and coordinated social media and PR campaigns showcasing both organizations.

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Discover Holiday Magic at Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach

November 22, 2024

This holiday season, immerse yourself in a world of festive charm and artistic wonder at the Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy – happening every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 22 to December 22, 2024. Set against the backdrop of Laguna Beach’s serene eucalyptus grove, this enchanting event invites art lovers, collectors, and holiday shoppers to explore a variety of unique treasures from over 180 talented artists.

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Is it Real or Fake? JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles Explores Food Replica Culture

September 03, 2025

JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles will open the first U.S. exhibition dedicated to Japan’s ultra-realistic food models on Sept. 18, 2025. Looks Delicious! | Exploring Japan’s Food Replica Culture showcases the art of shokuhin sampuru, handcrafted replicas that have been part of Japanese dining culture for more than a century.

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November 22, 2024

Discover Holiday Magic at Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach

This holiday season, immerse yourself in a world of festive charm and artistic wonder at the Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy – happening every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 22 to December 22, 2024. Set against the backdrop of Laguna Beach’s serene eucalyptus grove, this enchanting event invites art lovers, collectors, and holiday shoppers to explore a variety of unique treasures from over 180 talented artists.

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October 16, 2024

Renovated Lido Theater to Host Newport Beach Film Festival, October 18-24

For the first time in five years, the historic Lido Theater, recently renovated to preserve its Art Deco charm while adding modern features, will be a key venue for the 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF). Now celebrating its 25th year, the festival runs from October 17-24, 2024, and will showcase over 350 films from more than 50 countries. Select screenings will take place at the Lido Theater, including the highly anticipated Closing Night film A Real Pain, starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin, on Thursday, October 24 at 8:30 p.m.

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October 10, 2024

Ewan McGregor to Receive TV Performance of the Year Award at 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival

The 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) will honor Ewan McGregor with the TV Performance of the Year Award for his role in A Gentleman in Moscow. McGregor, who also serves as an executive producer, will receive the award after a live recording of The Hollywood Reporter’sAwards Chatter podcast with Scott Feinberg on October 22 at Pelican Hill Resort. The festival runs from October 17-24, 2024.


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