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GLOW Coalition Hosts First Fundraiser for Save Newport Nature

By Greer Wylder

September 25, 2025

Join the GLOW Coalition for an evening of music, connection, and purpose on Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the newly renovated Duffy Rentals space, 2001 W. Coast Hwy. in Newport Beach.This first community fundraiser supports Save Newport Nature, a grassroots effort to preserve the 1.5-acre open space next to the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) and its preschool.Here’s what’s planned:• Live music by Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Eric Marienthal and special guests• Pizza and tray-passed bites from The Hardware House Kitchen• Wine from Hi-Time Wine Cellars• Beer and seltzer from Brewery X• A first look inside the beautifully…

Step inside California Kinship at Langson IMCA

By Greer Wylder

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.Visitors of all ages can also enjoy the new Reading Lounge, In Focus gallery, and ongoing…

Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival Returns to Segerstrom Center

By Greer Wylder

May 25, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts will host the fourth annual Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. The free community celebration brings together the worlds of art and science for an afternoon of live performances, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities designed for all ages.Families can explore a wide range of experiences—from building mini-robots and holding real fossils to creating colorful chemical reactions and experimenting with art. New additions this year include mini train rides around the Segerstrom Center campus, balloon twisters, a bubble…

Trevor’s at the Tracks Launches Farm-to-Table Program with Two Local Farms

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2025

Trevor’s at the Tracks, a favorite in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, is going greener with the launch of a sustainable farm-to-table initiative. The restaurant now operates two off-site farms just miles from the kitchen, growing high-yield produce such as lettuce, carrots, radishes, cabbage, and herbs.The program reflects the restaurant’s motto: Locally Acquired | Globally Inspired. Everything harvested is thoughtfully integrated into its globally influenced menu, enhancing flavor and freshness while keeping the supply chain tight and local.“This farm represents a natural evolution of our mission,” says Trevor Baird. “We’re not only reducing our carbon footprint by sourcing produce…

The Ranch at Laguna Beach Introduces Ceramic Collaboration With Isa Carr

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2025

The Ranch at Laguna Beach has launched a special collaboration with local ceramics artist Isa Carr, just in time for the debut of the new spring menu at Harvest.Carr’s handcrafted ceramics—plates, bowls, and more—are now part of the dining experience at Harvest. Inspired by the coastal beauty of Laguna Beach, each piece reflects The Ranch’s commitment to artistry, sustainability and a deep sense of place, honoring the property’s authentic roots and the town’s rich artistic heritage. Carr’s focus on sustainable practices also complements The Ranch’s ongoing green initiatives.The Ranch at Laguna Beach is located at 31106 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach.…