An Evening at The Lido Theater to Benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation

River Jetty Restaurant Group will host a special fundraising event on Aug. 28 at The Lido Theater in support of the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. The evening will feature a screening of True Grit, with food by A Restaurant Chef Roberto Gomez and A Market Chef Shelly Register, drinks, themed cocktails, and both silent and live auctions.

Doors open at 5 p.m., the live auction begins at 6:30 p.m., and the film starts at 7 p.m.

John Wayne Movie Week Schedule
Aug. 26 – The Searchers (7 p.m.)
Aug. 27 – The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (7 p.m.)
Aug. 28 – True Grit Fundraiser Event (5 p.m.)
Aug. 29 – Big Jake (7 p.m.)

Guests will celebrate a Hollywood and Newport Beach icon while supporting the foundation’s mission to fight cancer with courage, strength, and grit.

Tickets are available for purchase online.

Location: 3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Harvest Restaurant Showcases Seasonal California Cuisine

Harvest Restaurant at The Ranch at Laguna Beach blends rustic charm with refined dining, offering a true taste of coastal California. Located in a rugged, picturesque canyon, the restaurant’s farm-to-fork approach keeps it closely connected to the land.

The restaurant, bar and private dining room honor California’s history of organic farming, brewing and winemaking. Outdoor patio seating showcases sweeping views of Aliso Canyon and the golf course. Fresh-made food and drink are at the heart of the experience, with many ingredients grown on the property and others sourced from trusted local purveyors.

The menu shifts with the seasons, incorporating fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables from the restaurant’s half-acre Harvest Farm. The new bar offers handcrafted cocktails, a curated wine list and 18 craft beers on tap, designed for pairing with conversation.

This month’s summer menu highlights the best from Harvest Farm and local farmers markets:

Harvest Farm Salad – Garden lettuce, quinoa, seasonal vegetables, pickled red onions, roasted sweet corn, ricotta salata, chipotle lime vinaigrette

Honey Harissa Roasted Peaches – Fresh mozzarella, wild arugula, mint, vincotto, toasted almonds, petite seeded baguette

Gnocchi Pomodoro – Blistered baby heirloom tomatoes, garden squash, zucchini, Calabrian chili, stracciatella, basil

Sweet Tea Brined Bone-In Pork Chop – Red bliss whipped potatoes, smoked bacon, peach BBQ braised kale, stone fruit gastrique

Crispy Brussels Sprouts – Toasted pecans, seasonal stone fruit, radicchio, sweet chili glaze

Key Lime Cheesecake – Dragon fruit, prickly pear, toasted coconut

Harvest also recently partnered with Laguna Beach ceramics artist Isa Carr to debut a collection of handcrafted dinnerware. Inspired by the natural beauty of Laguna Beach, Carr’s artisanal plates, bowls and serving pieces enhance the dining experience and reflect the property’s commitment to sustainability.

Reservations are strongly recommended. Call (949) 715-1376 to reserve.
31106 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

ClubSport Aliso Viejo Debuts Recovery Upgrades and New Friends Membership

Renaissance ClubSport in Aliso Viejo, South Orange County’s premier fitness resort and hotel, has completed a major refresh of its Men’s and Women’s recovery areas, just in time for peak summertime fitness and leisure. The upgraded facilities offer club members a new level of comfort and wellness, reinforcing ClubSport’s commitment to recovery, longevity and performance.

The redesigned recovery areas feature modern steam rooms, saunas and hot tubs. The new steam rooms support circulation and muscle recovery, while the saunas now include pink Himalayan salt walls known for their detoxifying benefits. The hot tubs remain a popular amenity for soothing sore muscles and promoting relaxation.

These enhancements are part of a broader series of upgrades across the 100,000-square-foot property. Recent improvements include a fully renovated pool decks and kids splash park, refreshed strength and cardio equipment, updated spaces for basketball and pickleball, and the addition of The Edge, a performance training zone equipped for high-intensity interval training, weightlifting, and more.

While the on-site hotel welcomes wellness-focused travelers and business guests, ClubSport operates as a full-scale fitness and wellness club open to local members. All hotel guests receive complimentary access to the fitness club during their stay, a rare offering among upscale hotels.

ClubSport has also launched a new Friends Membership, allowing up to four adults to share full club access at a reduced group rate. The membership includes exclusive perks such as a Wine and Beer Club membership, monthly InBody assessments and member discounts at Citrus Fresh Grill and R Spa. Family memberships include up to three hours of complimentary daily childcare at Kids World, providing flexibility for parents to work out or unwind while their children are safely entertained.

Club members enjoy unlimited access to the latest fitness equipment and a wide variety of group classes including yoga, cycling, HIIT and pool-based workouts. Beyond fitness, the resort-style amenities include Citrus Fresh Grill and Bar, R Spa, a grab-and-go market and seasonal poolside service. A full calendar of events features live music, wellness seminars, sound baths and happy hours.

ClubSport Aliso Viejo remains committed to offering a best-in-class wellness experience for South Orange County residents, families and visitors alike. Memberships are available for individuals, couples, families and now friend groups.

Learn more about Renaissance ClubSport at clubsports.com

ClubSport is located at 50 Enterprise, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656