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Live Musical Theatre Under the Stars

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2021

Arts & Learning Conservatory announces its first production in over 15 months at Concordia University’s outdoor amphitheater from July 16 - 25. ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Jr. is the Calypso tale of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl in search of her place in the world. The nonprofit’s creative team purposefully cast the production with actors of color in lead and support roles.The Tony award-winning musical has a Caribbean-themed score based on an original adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s popular fairy tale with a storyline similar to The Little Mermaid. Ti Moune sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the…

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Artful Activities at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2021

The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, located in historic downtown, has a new workshop for their signature Third Thursday All About Art monthly series. On Thursday, July 15, the property will be hosting a complimentary Live Painting Demonstration by Steve Kell in partnership with Mission Fine Art Gallery from 5-7 p.m. Guests and locals are invited to the hotel's picturesque Olive Grove to watch as the talented local artist paints and explains the process of capturing a still life through paint on canvas. Tapas and beverages will be available for purchase. Additional details and event registration can be found here. Inn at the Mission San Juan…

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Celebrate Summer at 2ND & PCH with Outdoor Events July and August

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2021

2ND & PCH, Long Beach’s open air coastal retail, dining and lifestyle center invites the community to soak up summer with a number of complimentary outdoor experiences in July and August, including the launch of a new music series. The Sounds of Summer music series brings live musical performances from an eclectic mix of Southern California artists and genres every Tuesday evening 6 pm to 8 p.m. through August 24th. The series kicks off with an acoustic set from Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Tom Norman. A native of St. Louis, Missouri, Tom’s musical style is influenced by the soulful sounds of Otis…

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SkyPark at Santa’s Village

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By Greer Wylder
May 28, 2021

Southern California theme park SkyPark at Santa’s Village is now open and celebrating 66 years (the park opened Memorial Day Weekend, just weeks before Disneyland). The park sat abandoned for many years until Bill and Michelle Johnson purchased it in 2014, renovated, reimagined, and reopened it. Today SkyPark at Santa’s Village is an “outdoor adventure park” with many self-powered rides and active attractions, which enable guests to safely social distance and still have fun. SkyPark at Santa’s Village caters to thrill-seekers of all ages. Surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest, SPSV features a world-class mountain bike park, storybook characters,…

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Catalina Island Museum to Host Watch Parties

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By Greer Wylder
May 28, 2021

Catalina Island Museum invites Catalina Island enthusiasts to experience the Island in a whole new way with Charles Phoenix: Catalinaland Watch Parties on May 29 and June 4 at 8:30 p.m. Each show will take place under the stars at the Museum's outdoor Ackerman Family Amphitheater, where guests can enjoy a specialty cocktail, wine, beer, and light snacks. The museum’s galleries will be open to enjoy throughout the evening.Guests should be prepared for their Catalina lovin' spirit to soar when Ambassador of Americana, Charles Phoenix, sweeps us away on a time travel adventure exploring the island's classic landmarks, legends, and lore. Charles also…

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