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Search Police Files Car chase ends in Newport Beach following standoff A vehicle pursuit began Wednesday, May 1, in Laguna Beach shortly after 3 p.m. and ended several hours later with the suspect’s capture in Newport Beach near Fashion Island. It all began at 3:08 p.m. when the Newport Beach Police Department’s Dispatch Center received information that a vehicle pursuit had begun in Laguna Beach and was proceeding NEWPORT through Orange County. The vehicle was a silver Mercedes and the suspect was identified as BEACH Richard Bloustine. He was wanted for a felony no bail warrant, suspected of fraudulent activity and was reported to be armed with a gun. Overcast Clouds At 4:01 p.m., NBPD entered into the pursuit at the request of the pursuing units as the Humidity: 93% suspect entered into city limits. The suspect continued to evade pursuing police cars, while at Wind: 11.61 m/h the time on the phone with NBPD Dispatch. Finally, the suspect brought his vehicle to a stop in the 1441 Avocado Dr. parking lot. 57.9°F Although initially not compliant with officers’ orders to exit the vehicle, the suspect continued to speak with NBPD’s Crisis Negotiation Team by phone, while surrounded by armed police MON TUE WED officers in fire-ready positions. Through telephonic communication, the Crisis Negotiation Team was able to get the suspect to exit his vehicle and surrender.

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Photo from LBPD Richard Scott Bloustine The Laguna Beach Police Department then took custody of Richard Scott Bloustine, a 53-year-old Newport Beach resident. After being booked in Laguna Beach, he was then transferred to the Orange County Jail. No weapon was found in his possession at the time of his arrest. In February of 2016, Bloustine was sentenced to seven years in prison after writing more than $200,000 in bad checks. His sentence included an order by the Orange County District Attorney to pay restitution to victims and attached a fine of $444,000. His bounced checks included one for $15,000 to a Laguna Beach car dealer, a $32,000 check for the lease on a house, $13,000 to furnish that residence and $80,000 for dental work that he received in Newport Beach. According to the District Attorney, Bloustine has more than a dozen fraud-related misdemeanor and felony convictions in Orange County. His record also includes previous arrests and convictions in Arizona, Santa Barbara County and Hawaii for fraud related incidents. Vandalism hits local business Newport Beach Police responded to the 700 block of Alderwood Drive for a citizen’s complaint regarding vandalism. According to the victim, someone had driven a wood board through a forklift’s windows sometime between 12 p.m. on Sunday, April 29 and 10:41 a.m. on Monday, April 30, shattering the windows. It was additionally reported that paint had been splattered on the company’s storage container, retaining wall and the ground. No one was arrested and police continue to investigate. Scroll down to Police Beat for all arrests & crime report

Fair Game By TOM JOHNSON Learn more about the Super Bloom, the Newport Beach Hometown celebration and get ready for the “legendary” CdM 5K Who’s Kitty Connolly you ask? She’s the executive director of the Theodore Payne Foundation. Follow-up question, what is the Theodore Payne Foundation? The Theodore Payne Foundation “inspires and educates Southern Californians about the beauty and ecological benefits of California native plant landscapes.” Okay, now that that’s out of the way, why do you need to know in the first place? Well, Kitty Connolly is the featured speaker at Sherman Library & Gardens’ upcoming Lunch & Lecture Series next Friday, May 10, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Her subject title is California’s Super Bloom. Here’s what they’re telling me: “Kitty has been out surveying this season’s wildflowers and enjoying the Super Bloom. She will be discussing this year’s Super Bloom and the conditions that make it happen as well as all the amazing things the Theodore Payne Foundation does to protect and grow California’s native fauna.” You’ll want to be a part of it. Lunch and lecture ranges from $25 to $35 depending on whether or not you’re a member, or friend as they call it, of Sherman Library & Gardens. The lecture only is free to members and $5 to non-members. Reservations are advised. You can do that here. • • • A note from Sue Adams, that is of utmost importance. Sue, you see, is the person behind Newport Beach Hometown and the 2nd Annual Unity Torch Walk, Mini-Hoop Shoot Challenge and BBQ next Thursday, May 9, from 6-9 p.m. at the Newport Beach Civic Center. She’s passionate about its success. You can join Special Olympic athletes, police and fire personnel, members from our City Council and staff from the Recreation and Senior Services Department for this event. It celebrates inclusion and diversity. The 3/4-mile loop walk meanders through the Sculpture trails on the hill overlooking City Hall and concludes at the Civic Center complete with a band, cheerleaders and hopefully, plenty of fans. Then it’s an evening of live music, craft beers, fine wines, the BBQ and the Mini-Hoop Shoot Challenge. Speaking of the Mini-Hoop Shoot Challenge, my money is on the Recreation Department staff over our City Council. Oh wait, I’m told there will be no betting. But that’s okay, we can simply cheer them on to victory. Hope you’ll join fun! Check out the opportunities here. • • • If you haven’t registered yet, you need to. The Corona del Mar Chamber’s CdM Scenic 5K and more is coming up Saturday, June 1. As the promotion information says, “Whether you’re a competitive runner or looking for an exhilarating & social activity to share with family and friends, register today for the legendary CdM Scenic 5K. “Legendary,” you say. And who would know better than Linda Leonhard, the chamber’s president. After all, she puts the event on and wrote the promotional copy. Besides the 5K, there’s a 2-Mile Walk, a 2-Mile Youth Run and a 1K Kid’s Dolphin Dash. Everyone who registers gets a T-shirt, race bib, swag bag and gourmet breakfast. It’s a great event, in fact, legendary in my book. For more info, check here.

This is as close as we can come to actually singing to our readers on their birthdays! We’d love to include yours – and/or your friends and children’s birthdays here. Just email to: Guest Column [email protected] Will O’Neill Celebrate and enjoy your Newport Beach Hometown Special Olympics birthday!

April 30 Kerry Getz Tim Brown Events, programs at May 1 OASIS Senior Center Bob Irish Lisa Ramsey Tom Iovenitti Wayne Smith

May 2 Click on photo for a larger image Barry Gammel Courtesy of the City of Newport Beach Enda Wels Newport Beach Mayor Pro Tem Will O’Neill “Will, why doesn’t Newport Beach offer programming for adults with special needs?” A 801 Narcissus Ave., Corona del Mar Kathy Flynn Shaw family friend whose son fit the question asked me that at a wedding two years ago. I didn’t 92625 Larry Weichman have the answer, so my friend and I met with our City’s Recreation & Senior Services Director 949.644.3244 Marice DePasquale Laura Detweiler (who, by the way, is awesome). In no time, our Newport Navigator included Parking is Free! Mike Johnson programming for adults with special needs – all thanks to a friend’s direct question and the OASIS Senior Center is on Facebook! Sign up to receive the newsletter Richard Moriarty amazing work of our Recreation Department. Our great City has embraced our families and friends with special needs for quite some HAPPENINGS Tod Ridgeway time. Just within the last four years, Newport Beach joined 100 Southern California cities as The Amazing, Incredible, host towns for the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles. Our Police Department Unbelievable Geologic History of May 3 annually hosts Tip-A-Cop events raising funds for our Special Olympians. And in 2017, then- Newport Beach and Southern Mayor Kevin Muldoon spearheaded the successful use of mobile technology to connect deaf California Chandler Bell and hard-of-hearing people with municipal services. Wednesdays continuing through May Eric Lieberman So it is no surprise that Newport Beach volunteered last year to guinea pig a new 24 from 4-5:30 p.m. in Room 2A. Led Hometown event benefitting our Special Olympics. Led by the indefatigable Sue Adams, this by David K. Larue, geologist and Michelle Foery Ackerman event was a triumph. Community members carried the torch through our Civic Center that professor. The geologic history of Walter Crowell ended in a celebration and competition sponsored by our local law enforcement, Newport Newport Beach and Southern Beach Rib Company, Barley Forge Brewing Co., and more. California is truly unique and amazing. May 4 This year’s Hometown event is May 9 from 6-9 p.m. at the Newport Beach Civic Center. You will discuss the evolution of We again have a hoop shoot challenge (our City Council team will…not win), great food and Southern California and Newport Johnnie Chen drink, and live entertainment. And all for a truly great cause. Beach, and the scientists who made Robin Zur Schmiede With our sculpture garden as the backdrop, let’s fill that hill! the geologic interpretations, in a way that is easily understood and May 5 appreciated even if you don’t have a Kenneth Vick science background. General Meeting/Monthly Get Lou Lucci Together Martha Karelius Friday, May 3 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $8, members; $10, non- May 6 members which includes lunch. As Candice Hartman you arrive, enjoy the piano stylings of Dean Bottorf. Entertainment is Judie Cross Mariachi Imperial de Mexico, a seven- piece band that will help celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Buy your tickets early, as the event will sell out. Takes place in the Evelyn Hart Event Center. Mental Health and Aging Veterans Focus Forum Wednesday, May 8 at 1:30 p.m. With May being Mental Health Awareness and Older Americans Month, join the 2nd annual Mental Health and Aging Education Forum. Explore community resources, art exhibits and enjoy a panel of local experts as they discuss current behavioral health trends in aging adults. This year’s forum will be focused on Older Adult Veterans. Presented by The Council in Aging.

Takes place in the Evelyn Hart Event Lido Village Books Center. www.coasc.org The Exchange Club of Newport Bestsellers Barrels at the Wedge Harbor 10th Annual Field of Honor Friday, May 17 through Monday, May 27. Dedication ceremony: Saturday, May 18 at 12 p.m. Memorial Day Ceremony: Monday, May 27 at 12 p.m. Visitors are welcome daily from May 17-27. Takes place at Castaways Park located at Dover Drive & 16th Street, Newport Beach. For more information, http://www.nhexchange.net to dedicate a flag ($450. Meal & A Movie Adult Reading Wednesday, May 29 with the screening 1. The Paris Seamstress by of Finding Your Feet. Meal starts at 12 Natasha Lester p.m.; the movie starts at 1 p.m. in the 2. Normal People by Sally Evelyn Hart Event Center. Please call Rooney the prior Friday to request a meal. 3. If, Then by Kate Hope Day Synopsis: When “Lady” Sandra Abbott 4. Tangerine: A Novel by discovers that her husband of 40 years Christine Mangan is having an affair with her best friend, 5. The Friend: A Novel by Sigrid she seeks refuge in London with her Nunez estranged, older sister, Bif. The two 6. Gentleman in Moscow by Amor could not be more different – Sandra is Towles a fish out if water next to her 7. In the Present Tense by Mark outspoken, serial dating, free-spirited Helprin sibling. But different is just what 8. All the Light We Cannot See by Sandra needs at the moment, and she Click on photo for a larger image Anthony Doerr Photo by Clark Reeder (Instagram @crca.photo) reluctantly lets Bif drag her along to a 9. The Immortalists by Chloe A surfer’s delight this week at Newport’s infamous Wedge community dance class, where she Benjamin starts finding her feet. Starring: Imelda 10. The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Staunton, Timothy Spall, Celia Imrie, Heather Morris David Hayman and Joanna Lumley. 11. Daisy Jones & The Six by Running time: 1 hour, 51 minutes. Taylor Jenkins Reid TUESDAY NIGHT TOPICS LECTURES 12. Eleanor Oliphant Is The Hidden History of Orange County Completely Fine by Gail Award-winning journalist and author of Honeyman 30 books on travel, history and pop 13. Where the Crawdads Sing by culture, Chris Epting, will tell little Delia Owens known stories, about Orange County π 14. Becoming by Michelle Obama from Elvis to Disney to Babe Ruth and 15. Pachinko by Min Jin Lee beyond. It’s a look at some weird and wonderful, off the beaten track landmarks throughout OC, with lots of trivia and fun stories culled in part from the author’s series of popular books on Orange County history. VOLUNTEERISM Newport Beach Film Festival Reviewers Needed Looking for a way to engage your love Kid Picks of arts? Apply to become a Newport 1. The Cookie Fiasco (Elephant Beach Film Festival Reviewer. If you’re and Piggie Reading! Series) by interested, contact Dorothy Krauss at Dan Santat 949.253.2880, ext. 233 or email 2. A Big Guy Took My Ball! dorothy.krauss@newportbeach (Elephant and Piggie Series) by filmfest.com Mo Willems ENC Museum Docents 3. Love the Earth by Julian Interested in spending time helping Lennon Take Five: Meet Gary Kutscher, race director for the OC out the Environmental Nature Center? 4. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Marathon Docents staff the front desk, greet Be Different: True Tales of By AMY SENK visitors and provide information at the Amazing Boys Who Changed the The OC Marathon will celebrate its 15th year on Sunday, May 5, when the starting gun ENC’s state-of-the-art learning facility. World without Killing Dragons by will fire near Fashion Island at 5:30 a.m. Minutes later, thousands of runners will race down Training will cover frequently asked Ben Brooks East Coast Highway and to the ocean-view bluffs of Corona del Mar, then through Newport questions, emergency information, 5. Happy Easter, Mouse! by Laura Beach and Costa Mesa before ending at the OC Fairgrounds. I caught up with Race Director and ENC policies and procedures. Numeroff Gary Kutscher to find out more. Commit to volunteering one day a 6. Good Night Stories for Rebel week or just one day a month. This Girls by Elena Favili training is for both experienced as well as brand new docents. Volunteer hours: Weekends, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 12-4 p.m. Weekdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 12:30-5 p.m. PROGRAMS/SERVICES Hoag Medical Lecture: Relax Your Stress Away Wednesday, May 22 from 1-2 p.m. in Room 2A. Stress has a bigger impact on our physical and emotional health than we often think. Come learn about what the stress response is, how it manifests in our day to day life and how it affects our health. Most importantly, you will discuss how to manage and cope with stress in Courtesy of OC Marathon healthy ways. Presented by Ana OC Marathon Race Director Gary Kutscher Pimentel, RD, Hoag Hospital. Q: The OC Marathon is marking its 15th anniversary. How has it changed from its Advance Health Care Planning/Polst beginning? Click on photo for a larger image Lecture A: We originally had a December date in 2004 and switched to January in ‘06, ‘07 and Thursday, May 23 at 10 a.m. in Room 3424 Via Oporto, Ste 102B ‘08. The weather did not cooperate, and it was difficult getting volunteers so early in January. 5. If you had a catastrophic health Newport Beach In 2009, we moved it to the first weekend in May, changed the entire course and made the OC event today, who would you want to 949.673.2549 Fair & Event Center our finish line venue. The race has grown from a nice community run to a speak for you? Do they know this? lidovillagebooks.com large, world-class event with over 22,000 total participants in our Full and Half Marathons, 5K This free community education class and Kids Run. Most notably, our Kids Run the OC has grown every year with the number of will discuss how you can anticipate schools that are represented. This year we have 170 schools with 9,000 kids participating. and identify your wishes and ensure Q: It’s a Boston Marathon qualifier and attracts racers from around the world. What kind those wishes are honored. Presented of feedback do you hear about the course? by the Alzheimer’s Orange County. Call A: We hear from many runners that it’s their favorite half marathon course with the 949.644.3244 or email beauty of Pacific Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, Ocean Boulevard, etc., and the flat and fast [email protected] marathon course continues into Costa Mesa, Irvine and Santa Ana running past notable OC RSVP for this free event. landmarks including the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, South Coast Plaza and the Hoag Medical Lecture: Meditation for communities of Mesa Verde and the Bird Streets in Costa Mesa. Health & Happiness Q: The Marathon has a major charitable component. Can you describe some of the Wednesday, June 5 from 1-2 p.m. in charities involved this year and how they will benefit? Room 2. Mindfulness and meditation A: Team World Vision, John Wayne Cancer Foundation, OC Bar Foundation, United techniques have been shown to have Way, Girls on the Run, Global Genes, Project Purple and 13 others will benefit by enlisting great benefits for both our physical and runners to participate and fundraise for their various causes. We provide very low-cost emotional health. Stress and anxiety registrations for the fundraisers and help promote their causes in our social media and in are often part of life and inescapable, registration. Annually, $500,000-plus is raised by our charities, and we should hit $6,000,000 but little moments of relaxation and this year since the OC began. awareness can give us an extra boost Q: What tips do you have for a novice marathon runner? to better manage. Come learn ways to A: A novice runner should slowly increase their mileage leading up to the event and try to implement meditation and get in at least one long run that is about 3/4 of the distance they are planning to run on race mindfulness throughout your day to day. If they are planning on doing the Half Marathon, they should run at least 10 miles on a promote better health and more training run. They should practice drinking and hydrating and even eating and fueling during happiness. Presented by Ana their training. Don’t try new things on race day like new shoes. Most of all, come out to race Pimentel, RD, LCSW, Hoag Hospital. day, enjoy yourself, smile and thank the volunteers and have fun. U.S. Constitutional Law – Preview Q: What’s the most inspirational story to come out of the OC Marathon? Lecture A: Each year, there are so many, many inspirational stories, and that’s what inspires Thursday, June 27 at 5 p.m. in Room me, our marathon team and our volunteers and sponsors each year. To see runners who 1. In this special preview lecture, finish their first marathon after months of hard work, or to see runners returning after serious Joshua Stine, MPP, will give a teaser health battles or life challenges – they are all incredibly special. of his upcoming eight-week collegiate level course that explores United Home & Garden States Constitutional Law. The course will explore some of America’s most Calendar – go plant significant legal and judicial challenges, and the resulting Farmers’ Markets transformations that impact our world Corona del Mar Certified today. Led by Joshua Stone, MPP. Farmers’ Market, open every Check the website for the upcoming Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. rain classes. or shine. Marguerite Avenue at Save the Date: Food for Thought Pacific Coast Highway. Program: A Creativity Program with Comprises 27 local farmers Adult Brain Health in Mind who offer fresh fruits and Tuesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30 from 9- vegetables, as well as flowers, 10:30 a.m. in the Art Room. Presented pastas and fish. by Chuck Jones Center for Creativity Four-Week Workshop Series. Cost: $20, cash only. Save the Date: Summer Concerts in the Courtyard Lineup: June 1 from 5:30-7 p.m. with MIRAGE, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Tickets on sale May 1; July 26 from 5:30-7 p.m. with NASHVILLE GOLD, a Country Tribute. Tickets are $10 and will sell out fast. Bring your own low-slung beach chairs and blankets. Boxed dinner included You Must Remember This: Local turned actor – our own with ticket. Beer and wine on sale. No outside alcohol. Event is for 21+. Note: Peter Jason Attendees will be let in based on ticket Click on photo for a larger image By NANCY GARDNER number. Call 949.644.3244, or stop by Lido Marina Village Farmers’ Our city has had a number of actors as residents, the best known, of course, being John the OASIS administration office to Market, open every Wednesday Wayne. There was a not-very-complimentary article in the Times about him a couple of weeks purchase tickets. from 1-9 p.m. 3434 Via Lido. ago, and it echoed something my father had said. My father was a western buff from the Great Courses Discussion Spend the afternoon sampling mountain men on. He loved John Ford and Howard Hawk westerns, many of which starred Meets Thursdays from 3-4 p.m. New and shopping for fresh fruits, Wayne, but he would never go see Wayne in one of his war movies. In his words, “Wayne was Topic: “My Favorite Universe,” to watch vegetables, flowers, cheeses, a draft dodger.” Interesting that the actor had that reputation in some circles and yet ended up Great Courses DVD followed by a juice, bread and more. One hour an American, Orange County and Newport Beach icon, but I guess that’s star quality. group discussion. Meetings are free of complimentary parking in the Andy Devine was a longtime resident who made a film or two with Wayne and was and RSVP is not required. Takes place structure. Receive an additional known to many of us as Jingles in the TV show Wild Bill Hickock, and Buddy Ebsen was in Room 2B. View page 17 in the two hours free when you shop or another Newport-residing actor. Best known for The Beverly Hillbillies, you get a better idea of newsletter for the scheduled topics. dine in Lido Marina Village. the scope of his abilities in Breakfast at Tiffany’s where he played Holly Golightly’s husband. Learn a New Language with Portal Newport Beach Farmers’ Market They say there are no small roles, only small actors, so I won’t say it was a small part, just Languages by Farmer Mark, open every that there wasn’t a lot of screen time – which he made the most of. Portal Languages teaches Italian, Sunday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The foregoing all resided at one point or another in the city, but none of them grew up French and Spanish with six- to eight- Located right next to Newport here like the next fellow. His film credits include Rio Lobo and 48 Hours, Heartbreak Ridge week courses. Come learn a new skill Pier. Offers veggies, fruits, and Seabiscuit. On stage, he did The Music Man among other works, and on the small and make new friends in the New flowers, honey, fresh breads, screen, the list is long including Roseanne and, most recently, as Uncle Jim in Baskets. Year. View page 18 in the newsletter local farm fresh meats and Unless you’re a real film buff or know him personally, at this point you don’t know his name, for class dates, times and costs. handcrafted items from local and even when I tell you, there’s a good chance it doesn’t ring a bell. He’s one of those Sing & Pick Hootenanny Group artisans. Choose from a variety actors whose face is vaguely familiar, but not necessarily his name...which is Peter Jason. Every Friday from 1-3 p.m. Bring your of free range eggs including stringed instrument or just come and quail, duck, chicken and sing along. Takes place in OASIS goose. Certified Costa Mesa Room 5. Farmers’ Market at the O.C. Fair, Weekday Lunch open every Thursday from 9 Welcome to lunch! Want to meet new a.m.-1 p.m. Located in Lot D. friends? Come join other seniors on Farm & Gardening Classes at weekdays in the Evelyn Hart Event Centennial Farm Center, Monday through Friday, from General Information: Classes are 12-12:30 p.m. Delicious hot and cold intended for participants 16 years lunches are served by a local catering and older unless otherwise company. Reservations by 9 a.m. two noted. (Centennial Farm is open days in advance are appreciated. Call to the public, but they ask that you 959.718.1820. Suggested donations: do not leave your children $4.50 per meal for 60 years of age and unattended on the farm.) older; $6 for 60 years of age and Classes are generally 1.5-2 younger. Check the OASIS newsletter hours unless otherwise for the monthly menu calendar. specified, and take place in the OASIS Wood Carvers Seek New Silo Building at Centennial Farm, Members 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. Cost: Thursdays between 8-11 a.m. Fees for classes vary and are This group works on individual noted in the class description. No projects and welcomes new refunds will be issued. Click on photo for a larger image members. Come any Thursday and Courtesy of W ikipedia see Junie Allen to sign up, or find out Actor Peter Jason hails from Newport Beach more about the group. Instructors are I came to know Peter not in Newport but in New Jersey. We were living in Chatham. The available during class time to assist phone rang. “Is this Nancy Gardner?” members. Group members are asked “Yes.” (This was long before robocalls, when I was actually polite when someone to contribute $15 every three months asked.) for class tool and machine “This is Peter Jason.” Blank. “Pete Ostling? You knew my sister, Patty?” maintenance. For more information, Of course I did. Patty had been in my high school class. Somehow, Peter had found out I visit https://tinyurl.com/oasiswood. was in New Jersey. He was appearing in an Off Broadway play which was closing and would A Different Kind of Book Club we like to come to closing night. Absolutely. We went into the city and saw The Ballad of First Wednesday of every month at Johnny Pot, a musical which was lively and entertaining, but apparently not lively or 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Free | Read a entertaining enough since it only ran two weeks. We went backstage afterwards and met the different book based on a chosen cast, and since they had nothing to do for the immediate future, invited them all out to our topic. You will go home with a list of house for a barbecue that weekend. interesting reads. Theme: Historical Courtesy of OC Fair & Event Center They were a hilarious group. They would do bits, falling into accents and characters. fiction or fiction. Urban Chickens Demystified Peter did a marvelous impression of John Wayne. It was a great show, and I thought about Beginning Guitar Workshop Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m. their high spirits years later when I was working for Century 21. I was sitting in on the casting Ongoing Fridays | 3-4 p.m. | Free | No Chickens are fascinating for one of our commercials. We had the reps from the ad agency, the casting director and me, experience necessary. Come learn to creatures. Whether you want to who had no particular responsibilities except to represent – silently – the company during the play the guitar in an informal setting. get started with chickens, or auditions. Ten minutes into the process, I thanked my lucky stars I had switched my major to Bring your own acoustic guitar. Takes already have an established English from drama all those years ago. It was brutal. Some of the actors didn’t even get to place in Room 5. flock, this class will showcase read. They walked in wearing the gold jacket. Before they opened their mouths – “Thank you. OASIS Sing Along why you should equip your Next.” Apparently, they didn’t look good enough. Now, I’d been to a couple of Century 21 Ongoing, Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. | garden with these amazing conventions with thousands of agents darting around in their gold jackets. I could have told Free | Join a group of music multitaskers, and will provide you the casting director and ad reps that while a particular actor might not be the next Cary Grant, aficionados who love to sing together, with the fundamentals of he was at least as presentable as 99 percent of our agents. I even started to venture such a harmonize and learn new tunes. Join maintaining a happy and point, but was quickly scowled into silence by the pros. A few hopefuls made it past that first in the fun. RSVP not required. Takes productive flock. Attendees will cut and actually got to read. What a challenge. They had about 15 seconds to read lines that place in OASIS Room 1A. learn the essentials for creating a weren’t particularly memorable and somehow sell themselves as that special one. Driving Hula personalized feed blend that home, I thought back to that group of actors who had come to our house. They had hoped for Ongoing, Mondays | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | meets the needs of your a long run and two weeks after opening were out of work with nothing lined up, not knowing Free | RSVP not required. Taught by chickens and will be able to craft when or if they would work again, and there they were having a great time. It made me think Marianne Ripley. a sample of feed to take home to that resilience, not talent, may be the great quality in an actor. Head to Toe Fitness your own chickens. The speakers As for Peter, the close of Johnny Pot was a mere hiccup. He has worked, and continues Tuesdays/Thursdays | 8-9 a.m. | $65/8 are Therry Vargas and Lindsey to work, steadily ever since. But of course. Anyone who is an alumnus of Newport El, Horace | Drop ins $12/1; no refunds. Starting Koob have more than 25 Ensign and Harbor High – in other words, a real Newport Beach native – has what it takes to with dynamic stretching and low combined years of experience succeed, even in a fickle endeavor like show biz. impact movements, this class raising, researching and ~~~~~~~~ includes light-weight training and floor educating the community on Nancy Gardner, former Mayor of Newport Beach, long-time resident and daughter of exercises, helping you maintain bone backyard chickens. They are Judge Robert Gardner, is a regular contributor to Stu News Newport. density as it strengthens and stretches passionate about helping people muscles throughout the body. learn how to raise happy and Longevity Stick healthy backyard chickens. Cost: Ongoing Tuesdays | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | $15 fee covers the cost of Free | These easy to learn gentle materials and/or handouts. movements promote physical fitness To register for the Farm & Garden and mental relaxation. Bring a one- Classes, visit www.ocfair.com inch round (in diameter) wood stick and click on Garden Classes. that has a length equivalent to your Free Class – Houseplants, body height. Most hardware stores Saturday, May 4 from 8-9 a.m. carry wood sticks. Meets at Grant Houseplants do so much more Howald Park, 3000 5th Ave., Corona than beautify our homes. They del Mar. also promote healthier lives by Zumba Gold cleaning pollutants from the air. Classes are offered at varying times. | Which houseplants are best for Costs vary. | Offered by CS Dance you and your home? Their Factory, your dance party workout will experts will give you tips and have you groovin’ at your own pace. advice on selecting and care. Easy to follow, low-impact dance Held at Armstrong Gardens, steps to zesty Latin and international 1500 E. Coast Highway, Newport music. Meet new friends while Beach. moving and having fun! Improve www.armstronggarden.com balance, strength and mobility. The instructors will uplift and energize you. FINE ARTS Oil Painting Mondays, May 13-June17 from 1-4 p.m. at the OASIS Art Center. No class Good Morning Corona del Mar features Assistant Sheriff on May 27. | $145/5 | Instructor: Bobbi Boyd. This exciting class will help the Click on photo for a larger image Jeff Hallock on May 9 Courtesy of Roger’s Gardens beginner develop confidence as they Good Morning Corona del Mar, the monthly government and community affairs learn new skills and techniques that Grow your Own...in May with discussion group, will hold its next meeting on Thursday, May 9 from 7:30 - 9 a.m. at the David Rizzo, on Saturday, May 4 help them create art they can be proud Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club. of. More experienced artists can at 9 a.m. Expert edible Presented by the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce, the featured speaker is horticulturist, David Rizzo, will continue to develop and move to a Assistant Sheriff Jeff Hallock, Orange County Sheriff’s Department, presenting “Initiatives to whole new level. The instructor discuss everything edible, for the Keep Us Safe.” warm seasons. He will guide you encourages individual projects and on how to get the most out of your bringing in something you would find fruit trees, as well as tips on interesting to work on. No ideas yet? fertilizing and protecting them She has lots of fabulous projects to from unwanted pests, mold and get you started. The material list will disease. Bring your questions print on receipt. Solvent-free paints are and your own tips and tricks, as preferred. A $10 material fee is audience participation is payable to the instructor at the first encouraged. Free. class. For more information, call Held at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 949.544.9383. San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona Freehand Drawing – del Mar. Beginning/Advanced www.rogersgardens.com Wednesdays, May 22-June 19 from 9- 11 a.m. in OASIS Room 2A. | $115/5 | Succulent Heart Containers Instructor: Nancy Wahamaki Vasek. In Workshop with Onita Castillo, this fun drawing class, the instructor Courtesy of the CdM Chamber of Commerce Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Create Assistant Sheriff Jeff Hallock, Orange County Sheriff’s Department will lead you every step of the way. your own sweet succulent heart In addition, there will be legislative updates from our local representatives to include: Beginner to advanced, working in containers. No two will be alike. City of Newport Beach, Councilwoman Joy Brenner, District 6; Congressman Harley Rouda, graphite pencil, pen & ink and In this workshop, you will select 48th District; Senator John Moorlach, 37th District; Assemblymember, Cottie Petrie-Norris, charcoal. Learn tips to capture and different varieties of succulents in 74th District and OC Supervisor Michelle Steel, 2nd District. sketch the world around you, keep an shades of pink, green, blue and The meeting is open to the public and free of charge. No RSVP is necessary. artist’s journal and awaken to really grays and let your design mind Complimentary refreshments will be available. “seeing.” This type of “seeing” creates run wild. Their Original Designs For additional information, email [email protected] or call 949.673.4050. For beautiful drawings and a new Team Leader, Onita Castillo, will details on other upcoming Chamber events, visit www.CdmChamber.com. awareness of your surroundings. guide you through the planting Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club is located at 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancygandolfwahamaki process of the two hearts and A $10 material fee is due on the first provide you with tips on how to day. A material list will print out on care for your planted containers. registration receipt. Workshop fee is $75 per person, For questions, email includes two heart containers [email protected]. approximately 8” and 6”, plants, New! Paint Your Own Wine Glass soil, decorative top rocks and Thursday, May 30 from 1-3 p.m. in step-by-step instruction. Space is OASIS Room 5. | $25/1 | Instructor: limited. Unfortunately, due to Barbara Taylor. All supplies provided material costs, cancellations for you to paint two wine glasses to after April 30th cannot be take home. Sign up with your friends refunded. To make your and have some fun designing and reservation, go to painting a special wine glass to enjoy. shoprogersgardens.com or call A $10 material fee is due on the first 949.640.5800. day. For questions, email Held at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 [email protected]. San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona Open Art Workshop del Mar. Ongoing Fridays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at www.rogersgardens.com the OASIS Art Center. | Free. | No RSVP is required. For students of any medium, this is the perfect time to catch up on class projects. ENRICHMENT Writing Roundtable group Ongoing Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. in Oasis Room 5. | Free. | The class is dedicated to improving writing skills by presenting readings then receiving Newport Beach-based fodada introduces Mental Fitness critiques. Authors can bring prepared Click on photo for a larger image material, double spaced with a copy Courtesy of Roger’s Gardens Five for Fathers for each attendee. A classroom copy Mother’s Day Terrarium To promote May’s Mental Health Awareness Month, fodada™, a casual-wear social machine is required. Content can Workshop with Shelley Burton, enterprise that supports wellness and empowerment for fathers and families, is introducing include short stories, personal on Wednesday, May 8 at 5 p.m. the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers, an initiative that makes being emotionally healthy as essays, a magazine article or poem. Every Mother appreciates quality important and approachable as being physically fit through exercise. The Mental Fitness Five Reading time depends upon class time with their children and for Fathers is designed to change the dialogue around mental health to focus on its positive attendance. Instructor Jos Vloet. receiving handmade gifts. Join impact, beginning with simple, approachable perspective change, and steps which connect Men’s Group – Life’s Third Act their Garden Room Specialist, parents and their children while promoting mental fitness. Tuesdays, continuing through April 30 Shelley Burton, as she instructs Founded in 2012, fodada celebrates, promotes and supports dads through social from 4:30-6 p.m. in Oasis Room 1A. | you on how to create a glass awareness campaigns and programs. Through sales of its clothing line, fodada is able to Free. | In late adulthood, many physical terrarium miniature garden. A brand the idea of great dads while funding free programs for dads and families, reaching and psychological changes take place. great experience to honor and fathers in 22 different countries worldwide through programs like Dad & Me, the Red Beanie How well we adapt to these changes bond with your mother or loved Campaign and by working with dads who are incarcerated to remain in contact with their is influenced more by our state of mind one, while creating a memory children. than by years lived. Discussing your and a beautiful gift. Workshop fee experiences and listening to those of is $100 per person, includes a other men can lead to a new vitality large glass bowl, mini orchid and wisdom. Join with other men in plant, pink poke-a-dot plant, the journey to find meaning and palm, button fern, ivy, miniature purpose in life. Space is limited to 15 bench, wheel barrel, watering participants. Please sign up by calling can, and step-by-step 949.644.3244. For questions about the instructions. Unfortunately, due to group format, contact the facilitator, materials costs, cancellations Robert B. Smith, Ph.D. at after May 2nd cannot be [email protected]. refunded. Please bring gloves if Driver Safety (AARP) desired. Space is limited. To Mondays and Wednesdays, May 20 make your reservation, go to and 22 from 12-4 p.m. in Oasis Room shoprogersgardens.com or call 1B. | Fee: $15 AARP members; $20 949.640.5800. non-members. | You must attend both Held at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 Monday and Wednesday to complete San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona the course. In person, advance del Mar. registration, only. Checks only, made www.rogersgardens.com payable to AARP. This eight-hour class covers defensive driving strategies, new traffic laws, rules of the road, car control, driving skills/techniques, Click on photo for a larger image preparation for the written test, DMV Photo by Stacy Gleason Photography Billy Barzi, founder of fodada (center), with his two sons (L-R) Royce, age 7 and Pierce, test questions, how to tell if you should age 10 wearing “noggin” T-shirts give up driving and even how to get The Mental Fitness Five for Fathers, in line with fodada’s mission, offers clear, practical around when you no longer drive. Some insurance companies offer a Click on photo for a larger image and actionable tips for dads, with the aim of helping them, their kids, spouses or partners. To support the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers, fodada designed a special “noggin” T-shirt that three-year discount on auto insurance Bee Bungalows, Tuesday, May upon completion of this course. 14 at 9 a.m. Looking for a way to has five tips printed inside the shirt, reminding the wearers about the importance and accessibility of mental fitness. Developed in partnership with licensed mental health experts SPORTS attract even more pollinators to NEW! Endless Sun Surf Lessons your garden? They will show you at Advekit, the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers provides five simple tips: –Talk with your kids...about anything, anytime, anywhere. Newport Beach’s Endless Sun Surf how to build a simple yet School is offering private and group charming bee house that offers –Let them in. Share with them who you are and what you go through, good and bad. –Take care of yourself, first...so you can take better care of those you love. lessons meet under Newport Pier solitary bee species and other (Lifeguard headquarters building, beneficial insects the shelter they –Be part of their world...encourage and engage in their likes and interests. –Give yourself, and them, grace...sometimes it’s OK not to be OK. lower level) and 24th Street. They need to thrive in your garden. teach to any surfing ability. Pro surfers Participants will design and take “The purpose of the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers campaign is to position mental health in a better light – one that is socially acceptable and approachable,” said Bobby Barzi, will help you develop confidence, home a unique, personally competence and awareness as a stylized bee bungalow of their founder and “chief dada” at fodada. “By promoting the positive and accessible side of mental fitness, fodada provides opportunities for incremental progress, connecting fathers and their surfer. Cost: Private, $75/hr.; Two very own. Cost: $45 Friends; $55 people, $55/hr./pp.; Three people, Non-members. families to the deep value of mental health and strengthening family cores.” fodada is pursuing mental health awareness in two ways: first, by introducing and $50/hr./pp.; Six+ people, 60/2hr./pp. Held at Sherman Library & Book your lesson at Gardens, 2647 E. Coast promoting the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers and, second, by using parents as a conduit to reach their children and, in the process, moving all parts of the family forward – what Barzi www.endlesssunsurf.com Highway, Corona del Mar. Sailing www.slgardens.org calls the “sneaky spinach for parents.” All fodada programs are reflected in a creative design that is featured on its casual wear OASIS Sailing Club makes Neighborhood Garden Walk, and gear, allowing the wearer to both be reminded of and show engagement in the recreational sailing available to Tuesday, May 14 at 10:30 a.m. campaign. The “noggin” design featured at www.fodada.com/mental-fitness was developed members and their guests, and Join Sherman Gardens’ in support of the mental fitness initiative. provides instruction in sailing to those horticulture staff for a casual “Importantly, the Mental Fitness Five for Fathers isn’t about providing quick fixes – there members who wish to learn how to stroll down the “flower streets” of aren’t any,” said Barzi, whose experiences as a father of two boys, ages 7 and 10, led him to handle a sailboat. Enjoy year round Corona del Mar. Discover how establish fodada in 2012. “Together, we want to create an inviting context around mental sailing in their beautiful Catalina gardeners in our community are health, so dads and families are not only comfortable with mental fitness, but interested in 34MKII sloops, OASIS-V and OASIS- VI. using sustainable practices in taking proactive steps to achieve and maintain it.” Both are in excellent condition and residential settings. Tour begins Newport Beach-based fodada is a casual-wear clothing line with a social purpose of ready for all-weather operations. at 10:30 a.m. and will meet at the celebrating, promoting and supporting dads to strengthen future generations. Every piece of Sailing is sometimes tranquil and entrance steps in their back fodada clothing or gear elevates fatherhood and helps bring about free programs for dads, always enjoyable. More than 150 parking lot. RSVP at the website. kids and families – from dad and kid interactivity and empowerment to disease awareness friendly club members welcome both Sherman Library & Gardens, and prevention education. For more information about fodada, its products and programs, experienced and new sailors. The 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona visit www.fodada.com, email [email protected] or call 888.363.2321. Club meets the last Wednesday of del Mar. www.slgardens.org every month. There is a $42 monthly Floral Class – Garden Bounty dues fees. Sailing is free. Google Florals, Wednesday, May 15 at 9 “Oasis Sailing Club” for the website. a.m. Instructor: Janelle Wiley. Call Membership Chair Rob Reid at Using fresh clippings (citrus, 510.329.2741 or email herbs and florals) from the OSCMembership@Oasis garden participants will create an SailingClub.org for membership details. arrangement that is lovely and delicious. Pre-registration required. Cost: $45 Friends; $55 Non-members. Held at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. www.slgardens.org Square-Foot Gardening, Wednesday, May 15 at 1 p.m. Come and learn how to grow several different vegetables and flowers in the same raised Click on photo for a larger image garden - getting a variety of Courtesy of OASIS choices in less space. Silver Glove Fitness Participants will create a mini Continuing through June 22 in the square-foot garden to take home OASIS Dance Room and Event Center along with a planting chart with A. | Drop ins $21/1; no refunds. | This seasonal guidelines. is a non-contact boxing program that Pre-registration required. Cost: provides a workout that is fun, $40 Friends; $50 Non-members. challenging and always changing. Held at Sherman Library & Beauty at the beach Boxing uses the entire body and has Gardens, 2647 E. Coast been proven to improve quality of life Highway, Corona del Mar. and health. It is a workout that gets www.slgardens.org your body moving and heart rate going. Beginner to advanced athletes welcome. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water. Boxing gloves are required for class. Please purchase these on your own (12 oz. size gloves are appropriate). They can be found at most sporting goods stores. Instructor is Andrew Deming. Email [email protected] if you have questions. Pickleball – Outdoor Open Courts & Drop-In Four outdoor courts; no lights. Open Courts: Mon.-Fri., 7-8 a.m. and 12 p.m.-dusk; Sat.-Sun., 7 a.m.-dusk. Drop In: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | A predetermined schedule of play based on skill levels will be posted at the courts and online. View the schedule at www.newportneachca.gov/sports. Click on photo for a larger image Participants will be required to supply Courtesy of Roger’s Gardens their own paddle. Approved paddles Kokedama Foliage Collection must be used at all times. Visit Workshop with Kathleen www.newportbeachca.gov/sports for Nestell, Thursday, May 16 at 5 the list of approved paddles. Noise p.m. Join Kathleen Nestell, reduced balls will be available onsite. Horticulturist/Original Designs Outdoor pickleball is permitted only at Designer, as she guides you Click on photo for a larger image the designated courts. with step-by-step instructions on Photo by Denise Cornell (instagram @seaofdreamsbydenise) A “wrong turn” in Newport led local photographer Denise Cornell to discover this hidden Pickleball – Indoor Drop-In how to make your very own gem Three indoor court for doubles play; no Kokedama. You will be making partner is required. Mondays, 12:30-3 three kokedama creations during p.m.; Fridays, 12:30-3:30p.m. Paddles this workshop. Kokedama and indoor balls are available. All skill translates to “moss ball” and is a levels are welcome. Pay and Play. form of Japanese garden art. Drop-in cards can be purchased Their root systems are wrapped online at City Hall or Newport Beach in moss and bound with string, Community Center. RSVP not turning them into a sculpture for required. No class on January 18, display. They make a great January 21, February 18. personalized gift or an interesting Senior Tennis Group way to show off your favorite Mon., Wed. and Fri. | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | specimen. Workshop fee is $100 Interested in playing tennis? Come per person, includes materials to out to the San Joaquin Tennis Courts make three Kokedama: two 4” at 1550 Crown Drive, Corona del Mar. indoor plants and one bromeliad, Please note: All play is doubles, no moss, string, soil and step-by- need to bring a partner or sign up in step instructions. Unfortunately, advance. Players ranked 3.0 and due to materials costs, above are encouraged to participate. th cancellations after May 10 Please bring a racquet and $1 for cannot be refunded. Please bring balls. For more information, contact gloves if desired. Space is Linda Hardenbergh at limited. To make your [email protected]. reservation, go to Let’s Tee it Up shoprogersgardens.com or call Mon., Wed. and Fri. | Check-in times 949.640.5800. and costs vary | Get out and hit the Held at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 course as the weather is warming up. San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona Groups play at four different courses: del Mar. Mon.: Costa Mesa-Los Lagos, $33 for www.rogersgardens.com this long and challenging par 72; Find out about Leadership Tomorrow at annual guest Wed.: Fountain Valley-Mile Square luncheon Classic Course, $38; Wed.: Costa Find out more about Leadership Tomorrow at the upcoming annual guest luncheon Mesa-Mesa Linda, $26, par 70; and taking place on Thursday, May 16 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Civic Center Community Fri.: Fountain Valley-Mile Square Meeting Room. Players Course, long and The public is invited to sit in on a portion of the Leadership Tomorrow Local Government challenging, $40. Cart fees vary. Workshop, enjoy a delicious lunch and learn more about this dynamic community leadership Average cost is $12 per person. program. Reservations required. The special guest panel will feature three local mayors sharing their unique leadership More OASIS events below Click on photo for a larger image challenges. Panelists include Newport Beach Mayor Diane Dixon, Costa Mesa Mayor Katrina Fuchsia Festival, Saturday, May Foley and Tustin Mayor Chuck Puckett. 18 from 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Special events include a fuchsia plant sale, games & activities for kids, scavenger hunt, docent-led tours of the Gardens, and hamburger & hotdog BBQ available. Cost: $5 admission; 12-18 years, $3; 11 and under are free. A printmaking class in the Gardens is taking place from 1-3 p.m. where you can experience the fun of making relief prints inspired by the Gardens. Participants will learn to make a foam print and will print multiple copies. No skills are necessary. All supplies are provided; you can bring an apron Photos courtesy of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce or painting shirt. Class fee: $35 (L-R) Newport Beach Mayor Diane Dixon, Costa Mesa Mayor Katrina Foley and Tustin Friends; $45 Non-members. Mayor Chuck Puckett Held at Sherman Library & To register for the luncheon and more information, visit Gardens, 2647 E. Coast www.leadershiptomorrow.org/guest-luncheon/. If you have questions, contactl Newport Highway, Corona del Mar. Beach Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer Jeff Parker at 949.729.4408 or www.slgardens.org [email protected]. The Civic Center Community Meeting Room is located at Newport Beach City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach.

More events, programs at OASIS CARDS & GAMES Bridge Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of Roger’s Gardens From beginning to advanced and CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY® duplicate, learn and advance your Gardening Solutions Contest, skills in this stimulating game. Enter now and continuing Session times and costs vary. through May 26. Voting takes Mah Jongg place Monday, May 27-Friday, Experience players meet on an June 7 at 12 p.m. Enter Roger’s ongoing basis on Mondays and Gardens’ 11th Annual “Orange Fridays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. in Room 3. County CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY® Free and RSVP is not required. Gardening Contest.” A California Mexican Train Friendly garden supports This interactive fun-packed game is pollinators, animals and other played with dominoes. Beginners wildlife by creating a great habitat should come at 1 p.m. on Fridays to that is designed in harmony with learn how to play. Meets on an nature. It incorporates beautiful ongoing basis on Fridays from 1-4 unthirsty plants, maintained p.m. in the Library/Game Room. Free organically, sequesters carbon to and RSVP is not required. combat climate change, reduces Ping Pong pollution, free of invasive plants, New players are always welcome. and may even provide locally World-class OC Marathon returns this weekend Meets on an ongoing basis on Tue. grown fruits and vegetables. The Now celebrating its 15th year, the 2019 OC Marathon Running Festival returns this and Thurs. from 2-5 p.m. in the Event CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY Garden weekend, May 3-5. This world-class event features the SDCCU OC Marathon and Half Center. Free and RSVP is not Contest celebrates and rewards Marathon, OC 5k, Kids Run the OC “Final Mile,” Ultimate Finish Line Festival and the OC required. these outstanding gardens by Lifestyle and Fitness Expo, bringing together more than 23,000 participants, including 9,500 Scrabble promoting them in the children, who enjoy food, music and other family fun entertainment. Game boards, tiles and official community, and offering cash Participants in the marathon and half-marathon will appreciate one of the best Scrabble dictionary provided. All prizes and inspiration for all destination courses on the West Coast with a diverse terrain, changing coastal and inland levels welcome. Meets on an ongoing gardeners. Enter at vistas and majestic ocean views. basis on Mon. from 1:30-4 p.m. in http://rogersgardens.com/ca- Room 2B. Free and RSVP is not friendly-gardening-contest/. required. There is no entry fee. For event Shanghai/May I categories, visit the website. If you know how to play rummy, you’ll Held at Roger’s Gardens, 2301 pick up this game in no time! Meets San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona on an ongoing basis on Tue. from del 12:30-4 p.m. in the Library/Game Mar. www.rogersgardens.com Room. Free and RSVP is not required. Year Round Centennial Farm at Texas Hold’em Players Wanted – the OC Fair & Events Center is Beginners and Experienced open daily. Hours: Monday - Enjoy treats and a chance to win a gift Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday and certificate to In-n-Out Burger! Should Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free know the basics of poker; new admission and parking. Located players welcome. Meets on the first at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. and third Friday every month from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Room 1B. Play for APRIL GARDENING TIPS: chips only. Free and RSVP is not required. MEAL PROGRAMS Daily lunch program where both hot and cold meals are served Monday Click on photo for a larger image through Friday from 12-2 p.m. Photos courtesy of OC Marathon Suggested donation: $4.50 and OC Marathon start line in Fashion Island at sunrise reservations are required. Call Since the inaugural event in 2004, the SDCCU OC Marathon and related events have 949.718.1820. generated more than $12 million annually in economic impact to the Orange County region, This service is available to while helping charities to raise more than $65.5 million. With nearly perfect running weather homebound seniors in Newport in early May, runners from all 50 states and more than 20 countries have made the OC Beach providing nutrition as well as Marathon Running Festival their destination spring event. dignity. Call Andrea at 949.718.1811 The SDCCU OC Marathon and Half Marathon begin at Fashion Island in Newport to inquire about services. Beach, wind through Orange County’s coastal communities, and finish at the OC SCREENINGS, SUPPORT GROUPS Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. In the Garden and COUNSELING Plant Summer Blooming Bulbs. Health Screenings Now is the time to plant Gladioli, Walk-in Blood Pressure Screenings Dahlias and Lilies for summer on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 9-11 blooms. a.m. Visual Aid Screening by the In the House Braille Institute for magnifying when Vacation Outdoors. Take a eyeglasses are no longer sufficient. closer look at your houseplants. Call 714.821.5000 for an Prune, feed and repot if the plant appointment. is getting crowded. Free Medical Lectures For the Birds Provided by Hoag Hospital. Call Feed the Birds. Make sure 949.644.3244 for the schedule. feeders are clean and full with Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support bird food to encourage birds Group including hummingbirds, coming Meetings are open to caregivers, back. Placing a birdbath in your family members and friends caring yard will attract birds, too. for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia on the first Weds. of the Tips courtesy of Armstrong month from 10-11:30 a.m. Garden Centers. Caregivers Support Group “Thrive not Survive” meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at

10 a.m. in Room 5. Caregiving is Upper Newport Bay challenging. The goal of this group is Nature Preserve to increase your confidence as a caregiver, improve the skills that you have developed and offer a safe place to share your feelings. Free and facilitated by the Caregiver Resource Center, 714.446.5030. Parkinson’s Newly Diagnosed Support Group A group of people newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s meets the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. What’s on the Calendar? Nasira’s Nutrition Individualized International Migratory Bird Day Nutritional Counseling Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m.-3 Nasira Burkholder-Cooley, DRPH, Click on photo for a larger image RD, CPT. She is a doctorate-level p.m. OC Parks and Newport Bay OC Marathon Running Festival at the OC Fair & Event Center Conservancy are partnering to registered dietician, a certified At-a-Glance Schedule: personal trainer and a yoga bring you this special day –The OC Lifestyle & Fitness Expo, Friday, May 3 from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, May 4 from focusing on one of the most instructor. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at the OC Fair & Event Center. More than 25,000 runners and spectators are One-on-one nutrition consultation to important and spectacular events expected at the Expo, which features 70+ exhibitors and official race merchandise. Runners in the life of a migratory bird – its benefit individuals seeking to can also pick up race packets. As title sponsor of the OC Marathon and Half Marathon, the optimize their health through diet. If journey between its summer and San Diego County Credit Union® (SDCCU)® will host the SDCCU Cash Cube at their exhibit. winter homes. The free festival you’re interested in learning more Attendees can enter to win the chance to win up to $500 in the walk-in container where money about how good nutrition can help features displays and exhibits flies through the air. The Cash Cube, which will be located in the SDCCU Lounge in the Main from partner organizations you meet your health goas, set up a Mall, will operate every hour on the hour on Saturday, May 4, from 2-7 p.m., and on Sunday, nutritional counseling appointment. including Environmental Nature May 5, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Center, Sea and Sage Audubon, Fitness consultation is also available. Starr Ranch Audubon, The Bolsa Cost: $80 for a 60-minute Chica Conservancy, Optics 4 consultation. For more information Birding and OC Animal Care. and to set up an appointment, contact There will also be a special Nasira at appearance by Anaheim Ducks [email protected]. mascot Wild Wing, crafts, games, Call 425.445.3914. live falconry demonstrations, face Meals on Wheels painting, bird walks, and much Three (3) nutritious meals are more. Takes place at the Peter delivered Monday through Friday to and Mary Muth Interpretive homebound seniors (60 and older) Center. that qualify for the program. Volunteers take time from their days to use their SAVE THE DATE: own vehicles to lovingly ensure that no Sunday, Sept. 8. Come celebrate senior is without a meal. If you have the 50th anniversary of the questions about the program, how it Newport Bay Conservancy. works, or if you and a loved one qualify, Festivities include a sunset contact Andrea at 949.718.1811. dinner. More details to come. TRAVEL DAY TRIPS The Canyon, The Coast & Capistrano, Wednesday, May 15. Enjoy a docent guided walking tour of Helena Click on photo for a larger image Modjeska’s (One of Poland’s greatest Kids Run the OC Final Mile on Saturday, May 4 actresses and much-loved resident of –Kids Run the OC Final Mile, Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. More than 9,500 Orange County.) century-old home and children from 150 local schools are expected to complete their “Final Mile” of an in-school the rock-lined pathway she called “The fitness program. Forest of Arden.” After, enjoy an –Yoga for Running with Lululemon on Saturday, May 4 at 1 p.m. Lululemon will host an included Mexican-style lunch with your on-site Yoga for Runners session for up to 100 participants featuring Master Trainer & Yoga choice of entrée at the El Adobe Teacher Anthony Chavez. Restaurant in the heart of San Juan –“Skid Row Marathon” screening in the Main Mall at the OC Fair & Event Center on Capistrano near the Mission. After Saturday, May 4 at 2 p.m. Exclusive Orange County showing of multi award-winning lunch, travel to Casa Romantica, an documentary showcasing the efforts of a Los Angeles criminal court judge, who starts a historic blufftop home built by San running club on the notorious Skid Row and begins training a motley group of addicts and Clemente’s founder, Ole Hanson, for a criminals to run marathons. Click on photo for a larger image docent-guided tour of the hour and –OC 5k and Ultimate Finish Line Festival on Saturday, May 4 from 5-8 p.m. More than Family Science Sundays, One gardens. Walking shoes suggested 2,500 participants are expected for the OC 5k, immediately followed by the Ultimate Finish Sunday each month from 10 as there is considerable walking on Line Festival with live music by Sega Genocide and family fun activities. a.m.-4 p.m. Recommended for this tour. Departs: 9 a.m. Returns: 5:30 –SDCCU Full Marathon on Sunday, May 5 at 5:30 a.m. Start line at Fashion Island; more ages 3-12. Enjoy free activities in p.m. Cost: $99/$104. than 2,500 runners are expected. the Muth Interpretive Center Braille Institute & Guide Dogs of –SDCCU Half Marathon on Sunday, May 5 at 6:15 a.m. Also starting in Fashion Island, classroom, with a different America, Wednesday, May 22. Travel more than 9,000 runners are expected. educational theme to explore. to Los Angeles for a visit to the Braille –The Ultimate Finish Line Festival on Sunday, May 6 from 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Held at the The activities are self-guided and Institute, an environment of finish line at the OC Fair & Event Center with live music by Flashback Heart Attack and family- can include hands-on exhibits, encouragement for people with limited fun activities. outside hikes, crafts and more. vision. Tour the classrooms, library For a list of road closures, visit https://ocmarathon.com/road-closures/. No registration is necessary. and publishing department which Click here for course map provides services without charge. Wild Tales, every Friday, from Afterwards, lunch is included at Bubba 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Peter and Gump Shrimp Co. in Universal City. Mary Muth Interpretive Center for Then on to Sylmar where you’ll tour the 2-8 year olds. Enjoy story time, a Guide Dogs of America facility also walk and an activity. Pre- dedicated to those men and women registration is required. who are visually impaired. A docent 949.923.2269. Standup for the Cure hits the water tomorrow The 8th Annual Standup for the Cure will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 4 at the will escort you through the training Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, beginning at 8 a.m. complex to view the kennels, More than 1,000 breast cancer awareness advocates, survivors and paddling classrooms and training facilities of enthusiasts wearing pink are expected to support the Orange County Affiliate of Susan G. these wonderful canine companions. Komen, the world’s largest breast cancer organization. Departs: 7:30 a.m. Returns: 5:30 p.m. Cost: $79. Braille Institute & Guide Dogs of America, Wednesday, May 22. Travel to Los Angeles for a visit to the Braille Institute, an environment of encouragement for people with limited Click on photo for alarger image vision. Tour the classrooms, library Kayak Tour every Saturday and and publishing department which Sunday at 10 a.m. Launch from provides services without charge. the Newport Aquatic Center at 1 Afterwards, lunch is included at Bubba Whitecliffs Drive for a two-hour Gump Shrimp Co. in Universal City. guided tour of Upper Newport Then on to Sylmar where you’ll tour the Bay. Trained naturalists begin Guide Dogs of America facility also with a quick lesson on how to dedicated to those men and women paddle and then lead participants who are visually impaired. A docent into the Ecological Reserve. They will escort you through the training make several stops where they complex to view the kennels, discuss various aspects of the classrooms and training facilities of ecology and wildlife of the Bay. these wonderful canine companions. Each tour is unique with startling Submitted photo Departs: 7:30 a.m. Returns: 5:30 p.m. differences in birds and other The morning activities begin with a free standup paddleboard clinic, free breast and skin Cost: $79. wildlife seen depending on the cancer screenings provided by Kaiser Permanente and the opportunity to win great prizes If you Build It – L.A. Architectural season and state of the tide. In through the opportunity drawing and silent auction. A Hawaiian blessing of survivors and a Tour, Friday, June 7. You’ll be joined winter, there is a huge white dove release will kick off the Sea of Pink, a ceremonial parade for all paddlers. by a professional step-on guide and abundance and diversity of Following the parade are optional races for kids and adults and happy hour on the beach L.A. history buff, Curt Tucker. This tour shorebirds, ducks, and grebes accompanied by live music. Lunch will be served by Newport Dunes’ waterfront restaurant, highlights the old, new and most that have migrated from Canada Back Bay Bistro. unique buildings that make L.A.’s and Alaska. Roughly 80 species Having raised more than $1.2 million for the Susan G. Komen organization across the architecture so unique. Includes Union of fish have been found here. United States, Standup for the Cure donates 75 percent of the net proceeds to local life- Station, Disney Concert Hall, a docent- Bring sun protection, even in saving education, screenings, diagnostics, treatment and survivorship programs. The guided tour of Heritage Square, plus a winter, and be prepared to get a remaining proceeds are invested in worldwide breast cancer research. ride on the historic Angel’s Flight, the little wet. Make sure to arrive at For more information about Standup for the Cure and to register, visit here. shortest railway in the world. Enjoy least 15 minutes prior to tour to lunch on your own at Grand Central check in and fill out a waiver. Market. Walking shoes suggested. Departs: 8:30 a.m. Returns: 6:30 p.m. Cost: $89/$94. A Ride Down Memory Lane, Sunday, Newport Beach Animal Shelter participates in America’s June 23. A flashback Sunday awaits you. First stop, the Automobile Driving Pet Expo Museum, one of Southern California’s Newport Beach Animal Shelter and FONBAS (Friends of the Newport Beach Animal premier destinations for car Shelter) participated in America’s Pet Expo, which took place on April 26-28 at the OC Fair & enthusiasts. More than 130 vintage, Event Center. This giant animal entertainment and education festival is the largest pet and antique and muscle cars are on view. Click on photo for a larger image pet product expo in the world. Then to The Proud Bird, the aviation- Courtesy stevescamera.com themed restaurant located on the LAX Back Bay Drive Nature Walks on flight line that recently reopened. the first Sunday of the month. Included is an all-you-c an-eat lunch Enjoy a leisurely morning walk featuring Asian, Italia and American along Back Bay Drive observing cuisine. Historical aircraft are parked birds and plants. A side channel out back and you can see and hear of the estuary runs adjacent to aircraft making their approach to LAX. the multi-purpose road and there After lunch, visit The Old Town Music are great opportunities to view Hall – an authentic 1920s music shorebirds, waterfowl and other house in Marina Del Rey, a living birds. tribute to classic Hollywood cinema Back Bay Science Center and music, where you can sit back and Community Day every Sunday at enjoy a live musical concert or a silent 10 a.m. Learn about ongoing film with an organ accompaniment. research, restoration and Walking shoes suggested. education. Explore touch tanks Departs: 9:15 a.m. Returns: 6 p.m. and tour the teaching lab. Free; Cost: $99/$94. no reservations needed. 600 EXTENDED TRIPS Shellmaker Road. Extended trips can be 3 - 5 days within Big Canyon Bird and Plant Walk driving range or a shorter flight leaving on the third Saturday of the out of Orange County. Gambling trips month. Expert Newport Bay are scheduled monthly. Conservancy Naturalists conduct California Coast & Wine Country -– highly informative themed plant May 12 - 18 or September 8 - 14. and bird programs at Big Mystery Tours -– May 13 - 17 or May Canyon. They involve a short walk 20 - 24. in an area where several habitats Kentucky & The Ark -– May 22 - 27 or meet, and provide a great October 23 - 28. introduction for those interested Chicago All Access -– May 23 - 29 or in identifying the birds and plants September 1 - 7. they see at the Bay. Free; no Alaska Cruise Holland America -– reservations needed. 600 May 25 - June 1. Shellmaker Road. Canyon de Chelly & Mesa Verde -– September 8 - 12. Big Canyon Bird Walk on the last Click on photo for a larger image Gambling trips are scheduled monthly. Sunday of the month (except in Photos courtesy of the Newport Beach Animal Shelter All trips are sold on a first-come, first- (L-R) Mary Forslund and Sharon Esterly at the FONBAS expo booth December). For those interested served basis and may sell out. Note: With the help of Shelter staff and volunteers, six adorable small dogs were adopted out: in a more intense bird-watching Trips fill up quickly, so sign up early! Mimi, Quesadilla, Luna, Willow, April and Mindi. experience and the possibility of Travel Office: Open Monday - Friday, 9 seeing something rare, one of a.m.-1 p.m. Call 949.718.1810. the bird experts offers a 2-3 hour outing at Big Canyon. Suitable for For a complete list of classes and beginner and advanced bird happenings, visit the OASIS website. watchers. Free; no reservations They are also listed in the quarterly needed. “Newport Navigator,” available at the Newport Beach Public Library branches.

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Family Hike on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month. Meet Click on photo for larger image and the Muth Center patio for an If you love hiking, lace up those hour-long hike providing a great boots. The backcountry and introduction to the Bay. All ages wilderness areas offer you 18 miles of welcome. Call 949.923.2269 to hiking trails through 2,400 acres of RSVP. native wilderness, mostly the endangered coastal sage scrub plant community. For energetic backpackers, there are three environmental campgrounds, one in the canyon and two at the higher elevations. The higher trails offer Click on photo for a larger image beautiful vistas of the mountainous Mindi, shown here with her adopter, is headed for a home filled with love and attention backcountry, geological formations Sydney, who has appeared as the Stu News featured Pet of the Week, is still looking for Habitat Restoration in Newport and the Pacific Ocean. Exploring the a forever loving home. She’s approximately 11 months old and a Labrador mix. Full of high Bay on the second Thursday of lower trails offers hiking through energy, she needs her parent to lead an active lifestyle that includes her. Sydney enjoys the month. Birds and other riparian woodlands with oak and chasing toys, companionship with humans and other dogs, walking, running, hiking, etc. wildlife need a healthy habitat to sycamore trees along the seasonal She’s an adventurous girl. Medium in stature, she is perfect if you have been looking for a thrive. Be a part of that positive Moro Creek. Whether you trek the high large dog but half the size. impact while enjoying the beauty or low trails or both, you will see native of Newport Bay and Big Canyon. plants and animals that call this park All training, tools and gloves will home. be provided. Shellmaker Discovery Tours on Saturdays where you can join a California Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Naturalist to learn about Shellmaker Island’s rich history, the future of the Back Bay Science Center, and discover unusual and endangered plant, bird and crab habitats.

Click on photo for larger image Looking for birds? Bring a pair of binoculars and look for feathered friends who have adapted to Crystal Cove, as you hike the trails, which go from easy to strenuous. Among the birds you might spot: Anna’s Hummingbird, American Kestrel, Black-Bellied Plover, Black Phoebe, Brown Pelican and the Great Blue Heron. For a directory of birds, visit Restoration Program in Newport www.crystalcovestatepark.org/ Bay on the second Sunday of the birds-of-crystal-cove/. For a trail map, month. Join Preserve staff and visit https://crystalcove.org/wp-content/ other volunteers in enhancing the uploads/2017/05/CrystalCove_ Bay’s habitat for local wildlife. Trails_Map.pdf. Activities may include non-native If you enjoy birds, bugs, butterflies, plant removal, planting natives, bobcats and buckwheat, come join a watering, trash cleanup and park naturalist on an Early Morning Butterfly Garden maintenance. Spring Walk to look for plants and No experience is necessary. animals at Crystal Cove State Park on Bring a hat, sunscreen and Saturday, May 4 at 8 a.m. Meet at the snacks. Water and tools are Berns Amphitheater. (PCH inland at provided. Space is limited and stoplight at School-State Park and pre-registration is required. follow the signs toward the Click on photo for a larger image Campground.) Sydney is still seeking a forever loving residence If you are interested in finding out more about Sydney, or any other full-of-fun shelter pets up for adoption, the Newport Beach Animal Shelter is located at 20302 Riverside Dr., Newport Beach. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., excluding major holidays. Staff and volunteers look forward to seeing you soon and thank you for your interest in their wonderful furry guests. For more information, call 949.644.3656 or email Valerie Schomburg at [email protected].

What Else? Click on photo for larger image Walking and Jogging Spring is an exciting time to join Back Bay Drive is a multi-use Park naturalists on a Family Nature road that stretches 3 miles Priestley Family Chiropractic presents Women’s Wellness and Wildflower Hike at Crystal Cove northwards along the east side of Workshop, May 14 State Park to learn about the plants the Bay from the Back Bay and animals living in the park on On Tuesday, May 14 at 6:15 p.m., Priestley Family Chiropractic presents a Women’s Sundays, May 5 and 19 at 9 a.m. Meet Science Center at Shellmaker Wellness Workshop with Dr. Kevin Priestley. The workshop will discuss the unique needs Road to Vista Point on the corner at the Berns Amphitheater. (PCH that women have regarding their physical health and wellness. inland at stoplight at School-State Park of Eastbluff Drive. Back Bay Drive From reproductive health to beauty tips, Dr. Priestley will discuss common inquiries he is one-way for motor vehicles and follow the signs to the receives from women as a health specialist. There will also be a group discussion on mental Campground/Moro day use.) from south to north. This is the health, including the impact media has on women’s self-worth as well as tips for self-care best route if you would like to be and combating anxiety. close to the water and see shorebirds and waterfowl, but bear in mind that bikes and pedestrians share the road. Street parking south of Shellmaker Road, at the bottom of San Joaquin Hills Road and Click on photo for larger image on Eastbluff Drive, and a parking Courtesy of Crystal Cove Conservancy lot at Big Canyon. There are Enjoy a free Sea Glass Jewelry scenic pedestrian trails at Big Making Activity on May 8, 15, 22 and Canyon. 29 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Turn a found object into a beautiful piece of jewelry. Learn the art of wire wrapping sea glass to turn a found item into a one- of-a-kind creation. Takes place at the Education Commons in the Historic District. Park in the Los Trancos lot. (PCH inland at the stoplight at Los Courtesy of Priestleychiropractic.com Trancos then walk across the street or Dr. Kevin Priestley of Priestley Family Chiropractic take the shuttle.) “During this experience, I want to work with you to answer questions and dig deep into personal issues related to women’s health that you might have otherwise been embarrassed to discuss,” Dr. Priestley says. “We’ve reached a frontier of health and wellness that offers women more options than ever before when it comes to caring for their bodies, and I want to help you understand what your options are. Join me for this experience and add to your toolbox of knowledge.” To RSVP, visit www.pfc.synduit.com/LEWH0001 or call 949.640.7030. Priestley Family Chiropractic is located at 3 Corporate Plaza Drive, Suite 200.

Click on photo for a larger image Horseback Riding Click on photo for larger image There are designated horse trails Courtesy of Crystal Cove Conservancy between 23rd Street and Bayview Learn more about how to protect Drive, but there are no horse our coastline during Field Science rental facilities in the Ecological Lido Village Books to hold Pen on Fire, May 14 Saturday, May 11 from 9:30 - 11:30 Lido Village Books will hold its Pen on Fire Speaker Series on Tuesday, May 14 Reserve or Nature Preserve. a.m. Become a citizen scientist beginning at 7 p.m. sharp. alongside Crystal Cove Conservancy Cycling Enjoy an evening with featured novelists Steven Rowley and Katya Apekina in and collect data on coastal ecosystem There is a 10-mile bike loop conversation with Barbara DeMarco-Barrett. There will be a book reading/signing, lively monitoring projects in the Park. RSVPs around the Bay. Starting at discussion and refreshments. requested. Contact Erick Valdez at Jamboree at San Diego Creek [email protected]. This event is and heading clockwise the first recommended for ages 8 and up. All stop is Vista Point on the corner participants under 16 must be of Eastbluff Drive and Back Bay accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Drive. Take Back Bay Drive to the Historic District Education Commons Newport Dunes Resort. Follow by the Beachcomber Café. Park in the the sign-posted bike path Los Trancos lot (PCH inland at through the resort, which brings stoplight Los Trancos then walk you out onto Pacific Coast through the tunnel or take the shuttle.) Highway at the bridge. Take the highway over the bridge and turn right on Dover Drive. You can take a quick detour to Castaways Park, Northstar Beach or Galaxy Park or follow the direct route along Dover to Irvine Avenue where you will turn right. On Irvine just beyond Santiago Drive a set of paved trails begin. These take you to the Interpretive Center, and from there to Bayview Drive and back to Jamboree Road. The 22- mile Mountains to Sea Trail, which runs from Weir Canyon north of Irvine Regional Park Click on photo for larger image Explore the huge variety of seaweeds joins the Back Bay Loop at on a guided Seaweeds & Sea Jamboree Road and continues Creatures of Crystal Cove Beach through to Shellmaker Road. Walk on Saturday, May 11 at 9 a.m. Newport Bay Conservancy There are countless species or www.newportbay.org. Peter and marine algae: green, red and brown Mary Muth Interpretive Center, found on the beach. Learn about the 2301 University Drive, Newport Submitted photos biology, ecology and even human Beach. Email: Steven Rowley, author of “Lily and the Octopus” and “The Editor” and Katya Apekina, uses of seaweeds. Meet at Pelican [email protected] Photos courtesy of Upper Newport Bay author of “The Deeper the Water the Uglier the Fish” will appear at Lido Village Books on Point parking lot #2 at the top of the May 14 boardwalk near the parking lot. (PCH To purchase tickets, which are $20, visit www.barbarademarcobarrett.com. coastward at Newport Coast, right at Lido Village Books is located at 3424 Via Oporto #102, Newport Beach. Parking is the kiosk to first lot.) available in the structure.

Annual OC Real Estate Luncheon THE LOT 999 Newport Center Drive raises $700,000+ for veterans Nearly 600 professionals from top real estate companies and financial institutions www.thelotent.com Click on photo for larger image –Avengers: Endgame attended the fourth annual Orange County Real Estate Luncheon on Thursday, April 18 at Enjoy a Guided Tidepool Walk to –Long Shot Hotel Irvine. The event was held in partnership with the Orange County Community Pelican Point on Sunday, May 12 at 10 –Pokemon Detective Pikachu Foundation (OCCF), based in Newport Beach, and raised more than $700,000 to support the a.m. when the tide will be a low -0.1. A (pre-sale) critical needs of local veterans and their families. park naturalist will help identify –Pets 2 (pre-sale) This year’s event featured a keynote address from 26th National Security Advisor Gerald animals and describe some –Rocketman (pre-sale) H.R. McMaster, who spoke about the very real threat of international terrorism on America’s awesome adaptations. Meet at Pelican –Canelo vs. Jacobs (pre-sale) Homeland and the soundness of policies to thwart terrorism overseas. Point parking lot #2 at the top of the –Nausicaa (pre-sale) “The Orange County Real Estate Luncheon demonstrates how leaders from one of the boardwalk near the parking lot. (PCH –Super Funny (pre-sale) county’s most important sectors can grow the good not only for veterans and their families, turn coastward at Newport Coast, right –Whisper of the Heart (pre-sale) but for our community as a whole,” said Shelley Hoss, OCCF president. “Their continued at the kiosk to first lot.) Sunday, May 12: Mother’s Day commitment and generosity is instrumental to helping the Orange County Veterans Initiative About Tidepool Etiquette: Crystal Brunch Buffet. Adults, $35; Kids, create positive futures for local servicemen and women and their families.” Cove $15. Book your reservations at State Park is a Marine Protected Area. www.thelotent.com Taking or possessing tidepool sealife is illegal. To help preserve the Edwards Big Newport 6 longevity of the tidepools: Never 300 Newport Center Drive remove animals, shells or rocks; www.regmovies.com Never pick up animals, observe them –Avengers: Endgame where they are; Walk gently, taking –Long Shot care not to step on plants and –UglyDolls) animals; and Never turn over rocks. –The Curse of La Llorona –SHAZAM!! –John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (pre-sale) –Aladdin (pre-sale) –What We Left Behind: Star Trek DS9 (pre-sale) –True Grit 50th Anniversary (1969) presented y TCM (pre- sale)

Click on photo for larger image The Port Theater Join professional angler Bill Varney 2905 E. Coast Highway for a Family Surf Fishing Clinic on Click on photo for a larger image www.portnewport.com Submitted photo Saturday, May 18 at 6 a.m. at Crystal –Avengers: Endgame Patrick S. Donahue, chairman and CEO of Donahue Schriber, addresses the audience Cove State Park. Reservations during the luncheon required, so contact Lido Theater Again this year, the Orange County Real Estate Luncheon partnered with OCCF to raise [email protected]. Meet at the 3459 Via Lido funds for the Orange County Veterans Initiative (OCVI). To date, OCVI has granted more than Moro Amphitheater (PCH inland at www.regencymovies.com $3 million to nonprofits reaching more than 17,000 veterans and their families. The grantees stoplight School-State Park) and bring –Breakthrough were selected based on their ability to effectively provide services for veterans and their a rod and reel (bait supplied). families in alignment with OCVI’s mission, including improving assessment and referral services, transition support programs, and health, education and employment support programs. According to Patrick S. Donahue, chairman and chief executive officer of Donahue Schriber, “People want to help, but they want to see their money put to good use with measurable results. That is why Donahue Schriber and its executives underwrite the cost of the luncheon. We want sponsors and attendees to know that their money is going directly to the nonprofits that support our local vets.” Of note at this year’s luncheon was the introduction of The Hub at the Tierney Center for Click on photo for larger image Crystal Cove State Park naturalists Veteran Services (“The Hub”). The Hub has been the long-range goal of Donahue and the will lead a guided interpretive two- organizers of the Orange County Real Estate Luncheon, and will bring together OC veteran hour, four mile Full Moon Hike on organizations under one roof to provide services for veterans and their families to help them Saturday, May 18 at 6 p.m. Terrain may successfully transition into their communities. be uneven and steep with a 700-foot It was announced that Goodwill Orange County will provide 11,000 square feet of space elevation gain/loss in some areas on at their Tustin headquarters for The Hub to build out space to house these organizations. this moderate night hike. Meet at the Many attendees at the luncheon offered goods and services to help get The Hub off and Berns Amphitheater. (PCH inland at running. Anticipated opening of The Hub is spring 2020. stoplight at School-State Park and follow the signs to the Campground.)

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City Hall Council, Boards, Commissions, Committee Meetings – Etc. ••• Click on photo for larger image Friday, May 3 Courtesy of Crystal Cove Conservancy Emergency Siren System Take a Walk through the Renovated 12-acre Historic District on Sunday, Test May 19 from 12-2 p.m. Former lifelong Occurs for a brief period of time at a resident Laura Davick will share reduced sound level – 12-12:15 p.m. stories about the colorful past of the ••• Cove including its history, its rescue and the plans for restoring the Monday, May 6 remaining 17 cottages. Park at the Los Civil Service Board Meeting Trancos parking lot then cross PCH at Civic Center – City Council the signaled intersection and walk Chambers across the marked pathways and 100 Civic Center Drive – 5 p.m. meet at the blufftop deck of the ••• overnight rental check-in cottage. Stop by Ranger Alex’s Beachside Monday, May 6 Chat table on Saturday, May 25 from Review of Title 17 Harbor 12-3 p.m. and learn about some of the Code fun and interesting animals that live at Marina Park Crystal Cove State Park. Find Alex and 1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 6 p.m. her bounty of nature props near the ••• Historic District Education Commons by the Beachcomber Cafe. Park in the Monday, May 6 Los Trancos lot. (PCH inland at District 1 Town Hall stoplight Los Trancos then walk Marina Park Community Center through the tunnel or take the shuttle.) 1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a Guided Tidepool Walk to CANCELED Click on photo for a larger image Pelican Point on Sunday, May 26 at 10 Submitted photo ••• (L-R) Brent Theobald, Integritas; Carol Ferguson, OCCF; Kevin Jennings, Bank of a.m. when the tide will be a 0.7. A park naturalist will help identify animals and Tuesday, May 7 America; Larry Casey, Donahue Schriber; Patrick S. Donahue, Donahue Schriber; General H.R. McMaster; David Zamudio, KBS Realty Advisors; Shelley Hoss, OCCF and describe some awesome adaptations. Orange County Board of Cathleen Otero, OCCF Meet at Pelican Point parking lot #2 at Supervisors Meeting & Public The 2019 presenting sponsor was Bank of America and they were joined by founding the top of the boardwalk near the Hearing sponsors CBRE, Donahue Schriber, Mark IV Capital, Rancho Mission Viejo, Fidelity National parking lot. (PCH turn coastward at Newport Coast, right at the kiosk to County Hall of Administration Title, Craig Realty Group, Lyon Living and KBS Realty Group. first lot.) 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana The OCCF works with donors, strengthens the local nonprofit sector and works to find – 9:30 a.m. solutions to community needs. Since its inception, it has awarded nearly $600 million in ••• grants and scholarships and ranks in the top two percent in grantmaking activity among more than 780 U.S. community foundations. Tuesday, May 7 For more information, visit www.oc-cf.org or call 949.553.4202. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission

Civic Center – City Council Chambers 100 Civic Center Drive – 6 p.m. ••• This weekend, celebrate the Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Wednesday, May 8 Mayo Office Hours with Council On Saturday, May 4, celebrate the Kentucky Derby with an afternoon of televised horse Member Will O’Neill Click on photo for larger image races and a Louisville-inspired menu at Five Crowns’ fifth annual Bourbon Derby Party from For additional information on events 6401 San Joaquin Hills Road – 8 - 10 1-4 p.m. and to make reservations, contact a.m. Experience a proper Kentucky welcome with a traditional Mint Julep made with Woodford www.crystalcove.org, or call ••• Reserve bourbon upon arrival to Five Crowns’ patio and garden area, which has been 949.376.6200. transformed into Corona del Mar’s own “Millionaire’s Row.” Enjoy watching the race while Note: For all events, activities are free Wednesday, May 8 learning about fantastic bourbons and celebrating the favorite horses. Harbor Commission Meeting (unless cost is listed). Day-use fee: Sip on five featured whiskies, perfectly paired with an exclusive menu with a Louisville $5/per hour (max. $15). City Council Chambers twist, compliments of Five Crowns’ Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla. 100 Civic Center Drive – 6:30 p.m. ••• Thursday, May 9 City Arts Commission Meeting (VENUE CHANGE) Central Library

100) Avocado Ave. – 5 p.m. Click on photo for larger image ••• Interested in a historic cottage rental? Thursday, May 9 Visit www.reservecalifornia.com. Planning Commission Cottages are Meeting available every day of the month. But City Council Chambers call early, as they book up very quickly. 100 Civic Center Drive – 6:30 p.m. ••• A refreshing mint julep always comes out a Kentucky Derby winner Saturday, May 11 Don your best derby attire to win prizes for “Male Best Dressed” and “Female Best HOAG HEALTH Shred Event Dressed,” awarded in addition to a prize for the “Race Bet Winner.” COMMUNITY EDUCATION Big Canyon Reservoir Parking Lot The cost is $120 per person (tax and gratuity included); space is limited. To purchase CLASSES/SUPPORT GROUPS 3300 Pacific View Drive, Corona del tickets, visit https://bit.ly/2HUlQU3. For reservations and more information, call 949.760.0331 844.810.2933 Mar – 8 a.m. or visit www.TheFiveCrowns.com. Five Crowns is located at 3801 E. Coast Highway, Corona Register online at www.hoag.org Due to the enormous popularity of del Mar. Please Note: Classes fill quickly. this event, each household is limited • • • to the equivalent of a maximum of 10 Keep the party going and take in Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 5 at these favorite banker-size boxes. Shredding for Newport Beach establishments. You and your amigos will enjoy a cold brew at Chihuahua businesses will not be accepted. Cerveza, home of draft Mexican-style lager. Even your pooch is invited on the dog-friendly ••• patio. Have fun sipping from Chihuahua cups or cans. Ole! 3107 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. Call 949.771-TACO (8226). Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday, May 13 It’s always a fiesta at Avila’s El Ranchito with two family-friendly locations. The healthy Gentle Meditation Review of Title 17 Harbor menu is comprised of authentic Mexican dishes, and adults can toast the day with a Tuesdays | 6:45-7:45 p.m. | $15 | Join Code refreshing margarita. Locations: 2800 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach – call 949.675.6855; this gentle meditation class that can Marina Park 2515 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar – call 949.644.8226. Open on Sunday from 9 a.m.-9 help you set your priorities and focus 1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 6 p.m. p.m. For more information, visit www.avilaselranchito.com. on the health of your body, mind and ••• Feel like you’re south of the border with a taste of Baja at Sol Mexican Cocina located on spirit. You will participate in simple, yet the marina with harbor views. Locals go for the weekend brunch. There will be live music this effective exercises that are pleasant. Tuesday, May 14 Saturday and Sunday, with taco and drink specials on May 5 only. Reservations are Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for City Council Meeting recommended, but walk-ins are welcome from 10 a.m. on May 4 through 10 p.m. on May 5. Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, Civic Center – City Council Sol Mexican Colcina is located at 251 Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach. For more Newport Beach. Chambers information, call 949.675.9800 or visit www.solcocina.com. Gentle Yoga 100 Civic Center Drive – 7 p.m. Check out a local beach favorite, Great Mex Grill, located near the Fun Zone. This grab Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | $15 | Join Study Session at 4 p.m. and go is the perfect destination for taking your meal over to the sand. Great Mex Grill is this gentle yoga class where everyone ••• located at 703 East Balboa Blvd., Newport Beach – call 949.675.0808. Open on Sunday from feels welcome and supported. The 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information, call www.greatmexgrill.com. class is structured to help participants Wednesday, May 15 find inner peace and calm while Balboa Village Advisory providing gentle exercise to help the Committee (BVAC) Meeting body-mind rewind and recharge. Marina Park Sailing Center Instructor Dr. Milka Gronlund, Ph.D., 1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 3:30 p.m. PsyD, specializes in wellness and has ••• Harbor Commission invites public into review process of been practicing internationally for more than 20 years. Note: This class is not Wednesday, May 15 Title 17 for pregnant women. (See Prenatal General Plan Update Steering The Newport Beach Harbor Commission is continuing the process for reviewing Title Yoga). Takes place at Hoag for Her Committee Meeting 17, the Harbor Code section of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. The Commission recently Center for Wellness, 500 Superior formed an Ad-Hoc Committee to conduct a thorough review of Title 17 and to identify potential Civic Center – City Council Ave., Ste. 315 in the Pilates Room, modifications. Chambers Gathering community input is an essential part of this review process. Newport Beach. 100 Civic Center Drive – 6 p.m. To help facilitate public input, the Ad-Hoc Committee has divided Title 17 into three ••• sections to allow an in-depth examination of the entire code. Thursday, May 16 Zoning Administrator Hearing City Hall – Corona del Mar Conference Room (Bay E - 1st Floor) 100 Civic Center Drive – 3 p.m. Click on photo for a larger image ••• Prenatal Yoga Thursday, May 16 Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. and Finance Committee Fridays, 1-2 p.m. | $20 | Instructor Dolly City Hall – Crystal Cove Conference Lai is a Certified Yoga Therapist. Her Room (Bay D) holistic approach guides participants 100 Civic Center Drive – 3 p.m. through an integrated practice of asana, pranayama and Yoga Nidra ••• meditation. Takes place at Hoag for Monday, May 20 Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Board of Library Trustees Ave., Ste. 315 in the Pilates Studio, Meeting Newport Beach. Restorative Yoga with Meditation Central Library Wednesdays | 12-1 p.m. | $15 | Takes 1000 Avocado Ave. – 5 p.m. place at Hoag for Her Center for ••• Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, Monday, May 27 Newport Beach. Libraries are closed in Mommy N’ Me Yoga observance of Memorial Day. Wednesdays | 1:15-2:15 p.m. | $20 | Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Street Sweeping: There will be no Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, street sweeping; for the remainder of Newport Beach. the week, street sweeping will be on Sweet Life Cooking Demonstration its regular schedule. May 21: The Breakfast Club with a Residential Trash Collection: breakfast menu to fuel and nourish; There will be no trash collection; for July 16: Summer Sizzle BBQ and the remainder of the week, residential picnic delights; August 20: One Pot trash will be delayed by one day. Click on photo for a larger image Wonders with easy six ingredient ••• Courtesy of the Newport Beach Harbor Department meals for the busy cook; Sept. 17: Fall Newport Beach Harbormaster Kurt Borsting Fiesta with nutritious Latin dishes full Tuesday, May 28 The Ad-Hoc Committee will examine each section twice. The public is invited to the of flavor; Nov. 19: Bountiful Fall Santa Ana Regional Water second meeting regarding sections 17.01, 17.05, 17.20, 17.25, 17.30 and 17.35, allowing for Favorites with healthy low-carb a review of the draft revisions prior to presentation to the full Commission. The meeting will Quality Control Board HOA alternatives; Dec. 17: Winter be held on Monday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at Marina Park, located at 1600 W. Balboa Blvd. Community Meeting Wonderland with healthy holiday Once the Ad-Hoc Committee has completed its work, the Harbor Commission will then Central Library Friends Meeting recipes. | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Free. | Takes review and consider the draft revisions. Should the Commission approve of any or all of the Room place in the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes proposed revisions, the recommended changes will be forwarded to the City Council for its 1000 Avocado Ave. – 4 p.m. Center, 520 Superior Ave., Conference review and consideration. ••• Room 5, Newport Beach. Parking is available in front of the 520 building or Tuesday, May 28 in parking structure B. To join the City Council Meeting waitlist, call 800.400.4624. Civic Center – City Council Chambers 100 Civic Center Drive – 7 p.m. Historical Society celebrates Fire Department and 20 Study Session at 4 p.m. years of CERT ••• The Newport Beach Historical Society is celebrating the History of the Fire Department of Thursday, May 30 Newport Beach and the 20th anniversary of their CERT Program. The event will take place Zoning Administrator Monday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Newport Beach Central Library in the Friends of the Library Hearing Room. Fire Chief Chip Duncan will be featured making the keynote presentation of “The History City Hall – Corona del Mar of the Fire Department.” Click on photo for a larger image Conference Room (Bay E - 1st Floor) SUPPORT GROUPS 100 Civic Center Drive – 3 p.m. Gestational Diabetes Support Group ••• Second and Fourth Tuesday of every month from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 30 Takes place at the Mary & Dick Allen Finance Committee Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., City Hall – Crystal Cove Conference Classroom 6, Newport Beach. Room (Bay D) Type 2 Diabetes Wellness Group 100 Civic Center Drive – 3 p.m. Third Thursday of every month | 2 p.m. ••• | Free | Meet other people who understand what you are going City Council Meetings 101 – FAQs through. The group focus is to share about City Council Meetings (copies Click on photo for a larger image experiences, tips and create new are available in the City Clerk’s office Courtesy of Newport Beach Fire Department networks to expand your support at 100 Civic Center Drive, Bay E, 2nd The public is invited, and refreshments will be served. system. Learn new tools from the Floor; or call 949.655.3005). The CERT Program is short for City’s Community Emergency Response Team, which is group facilitator to help you manage www.newportbeachca.gov designed to prepare community members in the event of a catastrophic disaster. It’s a stress and further assist you in program to offer help to residents understanding that emergency personnel will not be ••• reaching your health and well-being available to everyone during that time. CLICK HERE for agendas, meeting goals. Come experience Training programs are regularly offered to community members by Newport Beach minutes and more info encouragement, understanding, and Firefighters and Lifeguards. the opportunity to empower not only No RSVPs are necessary for the event. For more information, visit yourself, but others as well. Takes www.newportbeachhistorical.org. place at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Get Outside Center, 520 Superior Ave., Classroom 6, Newport Beach. Type 1 Diabetes Wellness Group Third Thursday of every month | 5:30- 6:30 p.m. | Free | Managing the day to Enter the “Win A Week this Summer at Camp James” day demands of diabetes and juggling the different aspects that come with contest young adulthood can be stressful. Join Calling all kids, parents, grandparents...to enter our “Win A Week this Summer at Camp the T1D Young Adult group to meet James” contest, where a youngster age 4-12 can discover the outdoors, learn a new skill and others who are going through similar make new friends. Additional prizes are available, too! experiences and to receive emotional Camp James Summer Camp sessions run June 18 through August 24. and educational support. Different Community Days - Sundays Among the camp activities the youngster will experience: watersports, drama, laser tag, group themes will include stress from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. gaga (a gentler version of dodgeball), archery, climbing wall, mini golf, go-carts, dance, yoga, management, enhancing your Come explore parts of the Back martial arts, music, arts & crafts, kayaking, swimming, sports & athletics, nature lore and relationships through better Bay Science Center and much more. There are even theme weeks! All activities take place on the campgrounds at communication, mindfulness, and participate in fun hands-on Newport Dunes Resort. how to set attainable health and well- activities to learn more about the being goals. Come meet new people, ocean. 600 Shellmaker Road, share experiences, realistic tips and Newport Beach. new tools to assist you in living a balanced life. Takes place at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., Classroom 6, Newport Beach. ONGOING HEART HEALTHY CLASSES with the JEFFREY M. CARLTON HEART AND VASCULAR INSTITUTE Low Sodium Eating Second Wednesday of every month | 1- 2 p.m. | Free | Join their Registered Dietician to learn about low sodium eating. You will discuss the role sodium plays in congestive heart failure and the importance of following a low sodium diet to include: sources of sodium, label reading and how to Buck Gully Upper Loop Evening maintain a low sodium diet. You will also learn strategies to modify recipes Hike on Saturday, May 11 from Click on photo for a larger image 3:30-6 p.m. Explore the richness Photos courtesy of Camp James at home while keeping them healthy of Buck Gully Reserve in the early Here’s How to Enter: and delicious. Takes place at Hoag evening hours. The stream is Ages 4-12: Submit your artwork showing what summer camp means to you...and the fun Hospital Newport Beach, 520 Superior running and the rich plant and that awaits. Please use one of the following media: drawing (pastels, colored pencil, pencil or Ave., Conference Room 2 (1st floor), animal life are enjoying the cool, marker); collage; mixed media (use of two or more mediums such as pencil, ink, watercolor); Newport Beach. shady canyon making for an computer-generated art and photography. Use your creativity and have your imagination come evening hike in a natural oasis to life. Limit size to up to 11” X 17”. amid the suburban Judging age categories: 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. surroundings. Walk along San Adults (any age!): Submit your favorite camp story (typed out, not handwritten), Joaquin Hills Road, which incorporating your most memorable, funny, or out-of-the box camp experience. If you have a overlooks Buck Gully for the first photo to share of you as a kid, that would truly add to your story. (Limit 200 words + colored mile, then drop down into the photo.) Should you win, donate the free week to your child, grandchild or a youngster who you canyon on the Bobcat Trail, know would value the camping experience. looping back through the upper Top Prizes: One First Place Winner in the Kids Category and One First Place Winner in Click on photo for a larger image end of the gully along the Buck the Adults Category will each win a week at Camp James. (Good for any week.) Healthy Eating for Your Heart Gully Trail. This activity is Additional Prizes: 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention in each of the Kids and Adults Fourth Wednesday of every month | 1-2 conducted at a walking pace, Categories (6 total) will win a voucher for one free day of camp and a camp T-shirt. It is p.m. | Free | Join their Registered approximately 3 miles per hour. redeemable between June 17-July 3. You will be able to register for your free day using the Dietician to discuss how nutrition Led by an Irvine Ranch voucher on June 1. (Registration fee is waived). impacts cholesterol, blood pressure Conservancy volunteer. Open to 8 and weight. Participants will learn years and older. Distance is 4 label reading and strategies for miles; Duration is 2.5 hours. reducing fat, sodium and sugar intake Moderate difficulty. Free. while still enjoying what you eat. Takes Registration required. Staging place at Hoag Hospital Newport area: Newport Coast Community Beach, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Center. Bring water, a light trail Room 2 (1st floor), Newport Beach. snack, sturdy closed-toe shoes Dining Out the Heart Healthy Way and supplies to keep you safe Fourth Wednesday of every other during the journey. Sunscreen month | 1-2 p.m. | Free | Join the and a hat are highly Registered Dietician to discuss recommended. strategies for making healthy choices when dining out and tips for eating out at various types of restaurants. Takes place at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Room 2 (1st floor), Newport Beach.

Service Organizations Meetings Bridges of Buck Gully Hike on What’s on the Calendar? Saturday, June 8 from 8-11:30 a.m. Elks Led by Irvine Ranch Conservancy Newport Harbor Elks # 1767 Staff. Buck Gully is a natural, The lodge is located at 3456 Via coastal canyon which opened to Click on photo for a larger image Oporto, Newport Beach. The climbing wall will be a popular place to explore this summer at Camp James the public in 2012 with the www.newportelks.com Submitted artwork and written memories will be displayed at the Camp James Open installation of four bridges to House on Sunday, May 19 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. So come out and see all the entries and learn Exchange Club of Newport allow for safe public access. more about Camp James Summer Camp. Beach/Corona del Mar These bridges facilitate Submission Deadline: Wednesday, May 15 by 5 p.m. Meets Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. at the exploration of the Buck Gully Winners will be notified by email or phone by Wednesday, May 22 and published in Stu Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Reserve, and also provide News Newport on Friday, May 24. Parental consent to publish children’s artwork, name and Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. viewing platforms from which to age is required. Call 949.631.3567. pause and observe the abundant No purchase is necessary. http://www.nhexchange.net. The 10th life in and around the stream. Annual Field of Honor takes place The guided program starts with a Friday, May 17 through Monday, May 27 short walk from the OASIS Senior at Castaways Park, located at Dover Center to the beginning of the Drive and 16th Street, Newport Beach. Buck Gully trail, offering a visually Public invited daily. Dedication dramatic entrance into this Ceremony: Saturday, May 18 at 12 p.m. special canyon. Walking pace. and Memorial Ceremony: Monday, May Distance: 5 miles. Duration: 3.5 27 at 12 p.m. hours. Difficulty: Moderate. Call 949.631.3567. For more Staging location: Buck Gully – information and to dedicate a flag for OASIS Senior Center (auxiliary lot $45, visit http://www.nhexchange.net. at 5th and Marguerite, Corona del Mar). Geared to 12 years and up. Kiwanis Free. Kiwanis Club of Newport Monthly Beach Cleanups Beach/Corona del Mar Meets Thursdays at noon and the Surfrider Foundation second Wednesday of each month at Their chapter hosts a two-hour 6 p.m. at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht beach cleanup at 9 a.m. and a Click on photo for a larger image Send kid and adult submissions including artist or writer’s name (for a child, include Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del three-hour harbor cleanup at 8 age), address, phone number, email address, and if for a minor, written parental consent to Mar. For more information, call a.m. on the first Saturday of each publish the child’s submission with name and age attached to the submission to: Camp 949.371.9802. For calendar info., month. They also partner with OC James, 101 N. Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, Calif., 92660. If you will like your artwork and contact Program Chair Jeff Hallin at Public Works to host an annual writing returned you can pick them up at Camp James after Sunday, May 19 where they were [email protected] flood control channel cleanup on displayed. Earth Day in April and Coastal Lions Please include “Win A Week this Summer at Camp James” contest on the outside of Cleanup Day in September. For Costa Mesa-Newport Harbor Lions the envelope. more information, contact Club Good Luck – creativity is encouraged! Michelle Giron at Meets the first and third Tuesday at For more information, call Camp James at 949.729.1098 or Lana Johnson, editor, Stu volunteercoordinator@newport 6:30 p.m. at the Chicken Coop, 414 News Newport at 949.212.1499 or email [email protected]. beach.surfrider.org Old Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. To find out more about Camp James, visit www.campjames.com. Beach Cleanups Known as the Fish Fry Club, they Camp James is located at 101 N. Bayside Drive, Newport Beach. On the first Saturday of the month began this community tradition of beach cleanups, meet on the frying fish 62 years ago. It takes place beach in front of Prospect Street annually, the weekend after Memorial and Ocean Front Boulevard in Day at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa. Newport Beach. They run from 9- 714.964.7884. email: 11 a.m. There is paid public [email protected] parking nearby but there are Paint with Mom at Urban Arts OC to celebrate Mother’s www.cmnhlions.com limited spots. Newport Beach Hawaiian Lions Club Day Meets the third Wednesday with dinner Urban Arts OC is offering two workshops where Mom can celebrate Mother’s Day by at 6 p.m.; Club meeting at 7:15 p.m. at creating memorable artwork with her youngsters. Newport Beach Yacht Club, 1099 On Wednesday, May 8 from 4-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Bayside Drive, Newport Beach. participate in a special Mother’s Day painting event...you can even include Dad, Grandpa, Tom Hollister, president, Grandma, aunts and uncles, too. 714.964.7226. email: [email protected] Masonic Lodge Seafaring Masonic Lodge of Newport Mesa #604 Meets for the Stated Dinner on the first Wednesday at 6 p.m. which is free of charge and open to the public. It is Click on photo for a larger image followed by the Stated Meeting from 7- Courtesy of Crystal Cove Conservancy Harbor Cleanups 9 p.m. Join in the harbor cleanups that 1401 E. 15th St., Newport Beach. meet at Southwind Kayak Center 949.515.8788. at 100 N. Bayside Drive, Newport www.nm604.org Beach. From PCH, turn onto Rotary Bayside Drive toward Newport Newport Beach Sunrise Rotary Dunes. Meets Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at Five www.newportbeach.surfrider.org Crowns Restaurant, 3801 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. 949.612.0992

Upcoming Events: Win a three-night –May 7 at 7:30 a.m.: Zuleima Courtesy of Urban Arts OC Baquedano, Academic Director of stay just steps from The cost is $55 for one painter and the second painter is free (Mom or me); a third painter UCODE will discuss how children are is an additional $25. trained to enhance their computational the sand in Crystal For more information and to register, visit www.urbanartsoc.com or call 949.474.1552. thinking and understanding coding Cove Cottage No. 14 Urban Arts OC is located at 4250 Scott Drive, Newport Beach. and the algorithmic economy. Please Enjoy the magic of Crystal Cove join us for breakfast at the Eminent Speaker’s Guild of the Newport Beach from the “suite-est” cottage on the beach – the restored South Sunrise Rotary Club at Five Crowns, Beach Suite – by entering this 3801 Pacific Coast Highway, Corona year’s opportunity drawing del Mar. fundraiser. The winner of the Speak Up Newport: Tolerance and Human Relations in –May 14 at 7:30 a.m.: Deputy Sheriff drawing will spend three nights Newport Beach Cisneros, Bailiff OC Drug Court, will (Dec. 13-16, 2019) in this two- discuss the five-point program to Speak Up Newport will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 8, presenting story, two-bedroom, two-bath rehabilitate drug offenders. The Tolerance and Human Relations in Newport Beach. Is tolerance and disregard for those oceanfront cottage – No. 14. program includes a treatment plan, different than ourselves prevalent in Newport Beach? Occupancy is six guests. All alcohol and drug testing, counseling, The issue of tolerance and human relations gained both local and national attention in existing cottage rental rules self-help meetings and case the Newport-Mesa area with the social media posting of a Nazi swastika. apply. management. Please join us for Join Speak Up Newport to hear a panel discussion on this important topic. breakfast at the Eminent Speaker’s Panelists Dr. Kirk Bauermeister, executive director of secondary education from the Guild of the Newport Beach Sunrise Newport Mesa Unified School District Task Force; Rabbi Reuven Mint, director with the Rotary Club at Five Crowns, 3801 Chabad Center for Jewish Life; and Duaa Alwan, co-founder of the Muslim’s Speaker’s Pacific Coast Highway, Corona del Network, will present their views on how Newport Beach is faring with respect to tolerance Mar. and human relations. –May 21 at 7:30 a.m.: Matt Brisbois, Life Safety Specialist NBFD, will present a “hand only,” no-required certification cardiopulmonary

Click on photo for a larger image resuscitation (CPR) demonstration in Photos courtesy of Crystal Cove Conservancy which chest compression is Welcome to Crystal Cove administered with no breaths. He will Cottage No. 14, just steps from also cover control of uncontrolled the sand bleeding using a tourniquet. The This is the only Crystal Cove NBFD provided 9,185 medical assists cottage with a king-sized bed, in 2017. Brisbois has been an active large, sunny living room and ocean lifeguard for 23 years, is a past expansive private outdoor deck president of the OC CERT Mutual Aid just steps from the sand. Photos courtesy of Speak Up Newport Program and received the White (L-R) Dr. Kirk Bauermeister, Rabbi Reuven Mintz and Duaa Alwan House Champion of Change Award in Meeting Schedule: 2013. He has a degree in Government –5:15-6 p.m.: Reception with a complimentary light supper provided by The Bungalow and Legal Studies from Claremont with wine available for purchase. McKenna College and a Master’s in –6-7 p.m.: Program and Q&A Education from Claremont Graduate There is no cost to attend and the public is invited. Reservations are not necessary. University. Please join us for breakfast For more information, call 949.224.2266 or visit www.speakupnewport.com. at the Eminent Speaker’s Guild of the The Speak Up Newport meeting takes place at the Newport Beach Civic Center Newport Beach Sunrise Rotary Club at Community Room, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach. Five Crowns, 3801 PCH, Corona del Click on photo for a larger image Mar. The large sunny living room www.newportbeachsunriserotary.com Tickets to the opportunity Art Kleinpell, Membership Director, c: drawing are $200 per ticket or 248.760.0955. email: $2,000 for 12 tickets. [email protected] To enter, contact Laura Morgan www.ni-rotary.org at [email protected] or by ENC to hold 15th Annual Spring Faire The Environmental Nature Center is presenting its 15th Annual Spring Faire and Butterfly calling 949.376.6200, ext. 201. Newport- Irvine Rotary Club House opening on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Come and join the youth art exhibit for Tickets will be accepted until Meets Thursdays at noon at Rancho ages 4-18 with the themed challenge, “Diversity in Nature.” Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, close of business on Monday, San Joaquin Clubhouse, One Ethel 2nd and 3rd place winners in four age categories. July 1, 2019. The winner of the Coplen Way, Irvine. The public is Check out the Butterfly House with OC nature butterflies and the plants they depend on. opportunity drawing will be invited to join in the camaraderie at Host plants are munched on by caterpillars, while nectar plants provide nectar to the adult notified by Monday, July 8, 2019. lunch. butterflies. You can also purchase native plants such as monkey flower, coast sunflower and Art Kleinpell, Membership Director, c: white sage that attract butterflies and birds to your backyard. 248.760.0955. email: [email protected] Saddle up for Back www.ni-rotary.org Rotary Club of Newport-Balboa Bay Therapeutic Meets Thursdays from 5:45-7:45 p.m. Riding Club’s at Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. fundraiser on May 19 949.258.7083. The Back Bay Therapeutic JoAnne Holman: Riding Club’s annual fundraiser [email protected] is set for Sunday, May 19 from 3- or Helen Maxwell: 7 p.m. The event will include [email protected] music by local country rock www.newportbeachrotary.com performer Scott Helmer, who will help rock the event at the Merrell Soroptimists Estate, nestled in stunningly Soroptimist International of Newport picturesque Newport Beach Back Harbor Area Bay Cliffs. Meets once or twice a month; locations This outdoor affair will be jam- and times vary. packed with festivities including Click on photo for a larger image The American Legion silent and live auctions, music Youngsters take a closer look at a butterfly Newport Harbor Post 291 entertainment, food and drinks Purchase native plants and attract butterflies and birds to your own yard. Buy a re-usable Located at 215 15th St., Newport including hors d’oeuvres, dinner ENC canvas bag for $5 – your “ticket” to make awesome crafts! Kids, decorate your body with Beach. & dancing and desserts. The face painted butterflies and caterpillars or create beautiful designs on your hands, play nature 949.673.5070, ext. 100; email: purpose is to bring needed games, watch a live Bird of Prey presentation with hawks and owls from the OC Bird of Prey [email protected] awareness and support for the Center, and engage with Miss Valerie as she teaches about some amazing Animal Toastmasters merits of therapeutic riding. Ambassadors such as reptiles, amphibians and arthropods. Newport Center Toastmasters Club For the club’s students with Gather ‘round the Fire Circle Stage and listen to the Sweetwater Creek Band, Vermillion disabilities, this form of therapy Vocalists and the Young Singers of Orange County. 231F goes a long way to bring self- Come Savor OC with food and beverages from local restaurants and caterers including Meets Monday 7-8:30 a.m. at The confidence and pride back into About All Catering, Bluewater Grill, Fishbonz, Kean Coffee, Mi Casa, Old World’s European Bluffs Homeowner’s Association at their lives. “Horses truly heal,” Market, Sensitive Sweets and Urbana. 2414 Vista Del Oro, Newport Beach. said Bernadette Olsen, founder ENC is striving to be zero waste, so bring your own drink containers, utensils and plate 949.391.3671. email: and PATH certified instructor. for a discount on food and drinks. [email protected] “Equine students are Admission is free. For more information on the Spring Faire and sponsorship Want to see your club meetings listed empowered as they work with opportunities, visit www.encenter.org. here? Share your events, happenings their instructor’s individualized Environmental Nature Center is located at 1601 E. 16th St., Newport Beach. For more and fundraisers with other viewers? therapeutic plan while riding on a information, call 949.645.8489. Send in your information to horse’s back.” [email protected].

Newport-Mesa Unified Segerstrom presents special Kids Night on Broadway with School District Board the opening of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Meetings Factory Regular Board Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each Courtesy of backbaytrc.org Segerstrom Center for the Arts has a special Kids Night on Broadway for the opening month (with certain exceptions), with The organization needs to raise night of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Tuesday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m. With Public Input and Consent Calendar money for therapeutic riding and the purchase of one full-price ticket, parents can receive a second ticket free for children. items beginning at 6 p.m. in the the necessary repairs and Ticket prices start at $29. Use code OOMPA when purchasing. Newport-Mesa Unified School District improvements required for the Children and families are also encouraged to arrive early and enjoy pre-show activities Roderick H. MacMillan Board Room, aging stable and arena. The in the Segerstrom Hall lobby beginning at 6 p.m., including coloring stations, crafts, activities, 2985-A Bear St., Costa Mesa. rescued horses are also in need photo opportunities and more. of care, landing at Back Bay Therapeutic Club from various Scheduled Meetings: cities and states. Some were May 14 abused while others needed a May 28 new home. Despite the June 11 circumstances of their past, the June 25 horses and the other rescued Contact: Sherri Snyder, Coordinator of animals all share in common a Administrative Services, 714.424.5031; loving kindness towards humans [email protected] that is part of the therapy. Tickets are available for $150 per person and at a limited amount due to the space Classic guitar and available (open table seating). To learn more about the Back Bay percussion duo featured Therapeutic Riding Club, make donations and purchase tickets at Sunday Musicale, to the event call 949.474.7329 or go to www.backbaytrc.org. Valet May 19 parking is available. On Sunday, May 19 from 3-4 p.m., Sponsorships are available. Sunday Musicale features an eclectic The Back Bay Therapeutic and exciting program of rhythms and Riding Club is dedicated to melodies performed by Click on photo for a larger image guitarist/composer Almer Imamovic providing an avenue for Photo by Joan Marcus improving the quality of life for The cast of Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and percussionist Till Richter. children, youth and adults with Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory tells the story of Willy Wonka, world- physical and developmental famous inventor of the Everlasting Gobstopper, who has just made an astonishing disabilities through recreational announcement. His marvelous and mysterious factory is opening its gates...to a lucky few. and structured horseback riding That includes young Charlie Bucket, whose life definitely needs sweetening. He and four and other unique therapeutic other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing, life-changing journey through activities. Wonka’s world of pure imagination. Get ready for Oompa Loompas, incredible inventions, the Merrell Estate is located at great glass elevator and more. 2182 Mesa Drive, Newport Single tickets to Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory performances start at Beach. $29 and are on sale at www.scfta.org, by calling 714.556.2787 and at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa. For inquiries about group ticket savings for 10 or more, call the Group Services office at 714.755.0236. The 2 p.m. performance on Saturday, June 8 will

include audio description, open captioning and sign language interpretation. The Center Pacific Symphony offers many services for patrons with disabilities including removable wheelchair locations, binoculars and assistive listening devices. To learn more, visit Ravel’s one-act www.scfta.org/accessibilityinformation. opera comes to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall Unleash your inner child as Pacific Symphony offers another Orli Shaham and Pacific Symphony musicians present unique concert experience, with a “To Tell A Story” double bill of both Prokofiev’s Pacific Symphony musicians Dennis Kim, Meredith Crawford and Joseph Morris will join symphonic fairy tale Peter & The mezzo-soprano Kristin Chávez and Café Ludwig host and pianist Orli Shaham to perform Wolf and Ravel’s one-act opera another unique chamber music concert. The “To Tell A Story” program features: Ridout’s L’enfant et les sortilèges (The “Ferdinand the Bull” for Solo Violin and Narrator; Brahms’ Two Songs for Voice, Viola and Child and the Magic Spells). No Piano; Britten’s “A Charm of Lullabies” for Mezzo-Soprano and Piano; and Stravinsky’s stranger to producing elaborate “L’Histoire du soldat” (“A Soldier’s Tale”). Click on photos for larger images and magical stagings, Robert Photos courtesy of NBPL “To Tell A Story” takes place on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. in the Samueli Theater. Doors Guitarist/composer Almer Imamovic Neu is once again the stage open at 2 p.m. While there is no pre-concert talk, Shaham will introduce the music from the (top) and percussionist Till Richter director, returning after his work stage. This performance is sponsored by Sandra Smart-Ashburn and Harry Ashburn, and Dot This duo will take you on a musical on The Magic Flute. (He will and Rick Nelson. The Café Ludwig series is sponsored by Avenue of the Arts Hotel. journey from Spain to the Balkans with return next season to direct original compositions, arrangements Verdi’s Otello.) Longtime artistic of folk songs and their spin on tunes partner Pacific Chorale, led by from the jazz, rock and classical Artistic Director Robert Istad, will genres. join the Symphony on stage Sunday Musicale, presented by the again, as well as the CSUF Friends of the Newport Beach Library, Singers and Southern California takes place at Central Library’s Children’s Chorus. Returning Friends Meeting Room, located at mezzo-soprano Tess Altiveros 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach. plays the lead role, The Child, in Ravel’s L’enfant. Ravel’s magical opera is about a young boy who encounters magical forces, including NHHS presents dancing chairs, a grumpy grandfather clock, two amorous Newport Harbor Home cats and a singing squirrel. It takes place May 16-18 on the and Garden Tour on Renée and Henry Segerstrom May 16 Concert Hall stage. Tickets start Mark your calendar for Thursday, May at $25. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. 16 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., to enjoy the for a 7 p.m. preview talk by KUSC day touring seven special residences host Alan Chapman, for a show during the 22nd Annual Newport beginning at 8 p.m. The 2018-19 Click on photo for a larger image Harbor High School Home and Photos courtesy of Pacific Symphony Classical series is sponsored by Pianist Orli Shaham Garden Tour. the Hal & Jeanette Segerstrom A consummate musician recognized for her grace and vitality, Shaham has established Presented by Villa Real Estate, the Family Foundation. an impressive international reputation as one of today’s most gifted pianists. Hailed by critics Home and Garden Tour invites the the world over, she is in demand for her prodigious skills and admired for her interpretations public to step inside homes exuding a of both standard and modern repertoire. The New York Times called her a “brilliant pianist,” variety of architectural styles, with two while the Chicago Tribune recently referred to her as “a first-rate Mozartean.” located on the Peninsula, one in Newport Heights and four in the

Courtesy of Pacific Symphony Westcliff/Dover Shores area. Ravel’s “L’enfant et les sortilèges” is a magical one-act opera Peter and the Wolf, a symphonic fairy tale, is a musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. It is Prokofiev’s most frequently performed work, and one of the most frequently performed works in the entire Click on photo for a larger image classical repertoire. Peter and Courtesy of the Home and Garden Tour the Wolf opens the program and This charming residence on Balboa features unique performers – the Peninsula is among those opening Magic Circle Mime Company. their doors on May 16 for the 22nd L’enfant et les sortilèges is an Annual Home and Garden Tour opera in one act, with music by Tickets are $85 each and available Maurice Ravel to a libretto by online at Colette. It is Ravel’s second www.NewportHarborHomeTour.com opera, his first being L’heure and at these locations: Barclay Butera espagnole. Written from 1917- Interiors, Fleur De Lys, Where’s the 1925, L’enfant was first Party?, Molly Wood Garden Design performed in Monte Carlo in 1925 and Roger’s Gardens. under the baton of Victor de In addition to the tour, enjoy a Sabata. Ravel said of the morning welcoming reception at Jenni premiere production: “Our work Kayne Apparel and Home with light Click on photo for a larger image breakfast bites by Malibu Farm in Lido requires an extraordinary Mezzo-soprano Kirstin Chávez Village, a gourmet luncheon with production: the roles are Kirstin Chávez is considered one of the most riveting and significant performing mezzo- specialty boutique vendors at Newport numerous, and the sopranos today. Her powerful voice with its expansive range, the dramatic intensity of her Theatre Arts Center overlooking the phantasmagoria is constant. acting and her natural sensuality combine to make her an arresting and unique presence on harbor, and an afternoon reception Following the principles of the operatic and concert stages. Chávez has captured attention and acclaim in her signature culminating the day at Barclay Butera American operetta, dancing is roles and is recognized as one of the definitive Carmens of today, creating her Carmen in Interiors in Westcliff from 2-5 p.m. continually and intimately nearly 40 different productions throughout the U.S. and around the globe. intermingled with the action. Now the Monte Carlo Opera possesses a wonderful troupe of Russian dancers, marvelously Free preschool and directed by a prodigious ballet master, M. Balanchine…And let’s Early Childhood not forget an essential element, Education enrolling now the orchestra.” To purchase tickets or learn at NMUSD more, visit Newport-Mesa Unified School www.PacificSymphony.org or call District (NMUSD) is now accepting the Box Office at 714.755.5799. applications for free preschool for the Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2019-2020 school year. Both half-day is 600 Town Center Drive, Costa and full-day classes are available. Mesa. The programs begin Tuesday, Sept. 3 and are provided at these NMUSD Hutchins Consort schools: College Park, Killybrooke, Paularino, Pomona, Rea, Sonora, announces May Whittier and Wilson Elementary, and Concertmaster Dennis Kim are open to all Orange County Dennis Kim is the new concertmaster of Pacific Symphony. He was first appointed program residents. concertmaster of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra at the age of 22. He then served as the On Sunday, May 19, the Students must be 3 years old by youngest concertmaster in the history of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, before Hutchins Consort will perform December 1, 2019; 4-year-olds are going on to lead the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra and the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra “Hawaiiana,” featuring Kunia also welcome. A hot breakfast and/or in Finland. As guest concertmaster, Kim has performed on four continents, leading the BBC Galdiera and Matt Akiona in a lunch is served daily. Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic musical voyage celebrating the For requirements and other Orchestra and Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra. people and culture of Hawai’i information, call 949.515.6716 or visit with eight violins. the District office at 2045 Meyer Place, Room 123, Costa Mesa. NMUSD is also enrolling for the 2019-2020 Early Childhood Education Program for fully potty-trained 3- and 4- year-old preschoolers. The tuition- based programs are held at Newport Coast Elementary, Davis Magnet, Harbor View Elementary and Newport Elementary. Children can participate five days a week (M-F), three days a week (M, W, F) or two days a week (T, Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of Hutchins Consort Th). Members of the Hutchins To schedule a tour or obtain Consort and Carleen Hutchins’ Click on photo for a larger image additional enrollment information, Joseph Morris, principal clarinet instruments contact Tarek Houx, Preschool Office Joseph Morris is the principal clarinet of Pacific Symphony. Previously, he has held the The concert takes place Assistant at 949.515.6622 or by email positions of principal clarinet with the Sarasota Opera Orchestra and the Madison Symphony beginning at 3 p.m. at St. Mark’s at [email protected]. For additional Orchestra (Wis.), where he was featured as soloist in performances of Copland’s Clarinet Presbyterian Church located at information visit the Early Childhood Concerto in September 2015. Morris has appeared as guest principal clarinet with the 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Education website at www.nmusd.us. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Sarasota Orchestra. In addition, he has performed Newport Beach. Tickets are $35 with the Utah Symphony and Opera, Kansas City Symphony, Milwaukee Symphony, Grant for adults, $20 for Park Music Festival Orchestra, North Carolina Symphony, Grand Rapids Symphony and New seniors/students and $60 for a World Symphony. family package (two adults and two children). To purchase tickets, visit www.hutchinsconsort.org. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door.

Click on photo for a larger image Meredith Crawford, principal viola Meredith Crawford is the Principal Viola in Pacific Symphony. She graduated in 2009 from the Oberlin College and Conservatory under the direction of Peter Slowik. Crawford was the first-prize winner of the Ohio Viola Society’s annual competition in 2007, the 2009 Skokie Valley Symphony Annual Young Artist Competition and the 2009-10 Oberlin Conservatory Competition in which she was the first win for a violist in over a decade. Crawford is also an active chamber musician performing frequently with the L.A.-based Salastina Music Society, the Historic Portsmouth Chamber Music Series in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and the High Desert Chamber Music series in Bend, Oregon. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 714.755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org. Samueli Theater is located at Segerstrom Center for the Arts at 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

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For A Good Cause From Golf to Galas: Supporting Our Community

Courtesy TripAdvisor Alzheimer's Association – Women #ENDALZ Luncheon | May 3 beginning at 10:30 a.m. | The Women #ENDALZ Luncheon is an event driven by influential women who bring community leaders together to support the mission to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Contact: Kenzie Durham at 949.426.8544 or [email protected]. Takes place at Fashion Island Hotel, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. OC Marathon | May 3-5 | Sponsored by the San Diego County Credit Union, runners can choose between a full marathon, a half marathon, or a 5k. Tickets: $35 for the 5k; $104 for the marathon and $99 for the half marathon. Contact: To register, email [email protected]. www.ocmarathon.com Takes place at: The 5k at the OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive Costa Mesa; the marathon and half marathon at Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. Boys Scouts of America Orange County | May 4 | Opening Day at Newport Sea Base. Celebrating more than 82 years of the Newport Sea Base. Contact: www.ocbsa.org Takes place at Newport Sea Base, 1931 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Glass Slipper Guild’s “A Night in Havana” gala to benefit CHOC Children’s | May 4 beginning at 5 p.m. | This festive evening honors the Glass Slipper Guild’s 25th anniversary. The formal event begins at 5 p.m. with an unforgettable cocktail and silent auction reception. Greeted by the lively tunes of Cuban music and the signature mojito cocktail, guests will experience the old-world glamour of Havana, while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and custom rolled cigars in an open-air courtyard. At 7 p.m., guests will adjourn to the ballroom, reminiscent of an era past, for dinner, a live auction and a special presentation featuring life-saving doctors of the fetal program and grateful parents of CHOC patients. The evening concludes with a casino-themed after party where guests can mingle, dance and enjoy a special guest performance by revolutionary percussion performer Ravi Jakhotia (a.k.a Ravi Drums). Funds raised from the 2019 Gala will help the Glass Slipper Guild fund a $2 million dollar pledge toward an innovative and comprehensive Fetal Program in Orange County. Physicians at CHOC Children’s and UCI Health, in addition to their valued partner St. Joseph Hospital are working together to elevate maternal and fetal care in our community. They will provide mothers and babies confronting serious birth defects with the best possible care from pregnancy to the newborn period and beyond. Contact: For tickets and more information, visit www.choc.org. Takes place at Balbo Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Big Brothers Big Sisters 42nd Annual Golf Tournament | May 6 | Step out onto the green for this annual golf tournament which raises funds for the agency’s life-changing mentorship programs. The day includes unlimited food trucks and on-course contests, as well as a helicopter ball drop and live music at the sunset reception. Foursomes and sponsorships sell out quickly. Sponsorships from $5,000. Contact: Laura Marcum at 714.619.7034, or email [email protected]. www.ocbigs.org Takes place at Newport Beach Country Club, One Clubhouse Drive, Newport Beach. Boys Hope Girls Hope of Southern California | May 8 | The Boys Hope Girls Hope (BHGH) Golfers Classic features a keynote address from Boys Hope Girls Hope graduate and two- time NFL Champion Greg Scruggs. Go to the News & Events page for more information at www.bhghsocal.org. Celebrating 25 years, BHGH is helping disadvantaged youth reach their full potential through housing and educational scholarships through college. Contact: BHGH Executive Director Tim Rogers at 949.515.8833 or email [email protected] Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast. Laura’s House Brighter Futures Luncheon | May 10 beginning at 11 a.m. | Join Laura’s House at its fourth annual spring lunch-and-learn event featuring beautifully decorated tables by the creative table hostesses and sponsors, an impressive opportunity drawing and a luncheon program. Table hostesses needed. Tickets: $125; Sponsorships from $3,500. Contact: www.laurashouse.org Takes place at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Girl Scouts of America Voice for Girls | May 10 | Girl Scouts of Orange County’s signature think tank is back! Join community and business leaders for Voice for Girls presented by BNY Mellon Wealth Management. This year’s forum focuses on advancing diversity and gender equality in the workplace with keynote, L. Song Richardson, dean and chancellor’s professor law at the UCI School of Law. Contact: For more information, visit www.girlscoutsoc.org/voiceofgirls. Takes place at Newport Beach Country Club, One Clubhouse Drive, Newport Beach. March for Babies for the March of Dimes | May 11 with registration at 7 a.m.; walk at 8:30 a.m. | March for Babies is a walk event benefiting March of Dimes, the leading nonprofit for pregnancy and infant health. When you join March for Babies, you stand with thousands of people across the country who share your commitment to building a brighter future for us all. Contact: Mia Eadington at 949.263.1100, or email at [email protected] Takes place at OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. CASA Pinwheel Project | May 11 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Come view 3,100 pinwheels representing the number of children in the OC foster care system which will be planted on the Neiman Marcus/Bloomingdale’s Lawn at Fashion Island during Foster Care Awareness Month. Select stores and restaurants at Fashion Island will be offering discounts and specials to CASA supporters who donate. Learn how you can sponsor a pinwheel and help a youth in foster care for as little as $5 at www.casaoc.org/pinwheel Contact: www.casaoc.org Takes place at Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. CHOC Children’s Classic | May 13 with a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. | The CHOC Children’s Classic attracts the community’s leading philanthropists, business leaders and true golf enthusiasts who truly care about children and the future of their care. The tournament promises a day of world-class golf with great ocean views. Participants will enjoy 19 championship holes, a continental breakfast, box lunch, Grand Champions opportunity drawing and a short BBQ reception. Proceeds from the tournament will provide healthcare, family services, education and research to children in need. Presented by the CHOC Glass Slipper Guild. Contact: Edgar Patino at 714.509.8269, or email [email protected]. Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill on the north and south courses, 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.

Click on photo for a larger image Photo by W erkit Photography Smart Women Breakfast to benefit Working Wardrobes | May 15 | Contact: www.workingwardrobes.org Takes place at The Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. 7th Annual KidWorks Classic Golf Tournament | May 15 beginning at 9 a.m. | This tournament supports critical educational opportunities like tutoring, academic enrichment and leadership training offered by KidWorks, a 26-year-old nonprofit organization, raising much-needed funds for programs that change the lives of at-risk youth living in challenging Sana Ana neighborhoods. Golfer registration includes a Bloody Mary bar, breakfast, gourmet on-course food and cocktails, on-course contests, plus a dinner and awards ceremony. The scramble-style tournament begins with a 9 a.m. registration, breakfast and access to the driving range, followed by an 11 a.m. shotgun start. At 4:45 p.m., enjoy the festivities at the 19th Hole Reception along with Dinner. Contact: Lisa Gels at 714.834.9400, ext. 126, or [email protected] for more information and sponsorship opportunities. www.kidworksoc.org Takes place at Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast. Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of KidW orks Annual Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic to benefit Childhelp | May 16 with registration at 8:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. | Join the Orange County chapter of Childhelp at its Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic to do what we can to change the lives of abused children,when we bring together the Orange County community and beyond for a great day of golf, networking and entertainment in support of the programs of Childhelp. The tournament is SOLD OUT but sponsorships are still available from $500. Contact: Gwen Forquer at 949.310.4232, or email [email protected]. www.childhelp.com Takes place at The Pelican Hill Golf Course, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of Rich Saul Memorial Golf Clsssic Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Man & Woman of the Year | May 18 | On March 10, the official Man & Woman of the Year competition kicked off. It’s a 10-week blind fundraising campaign where each dollar raised per candidate counts as one vote. The competitors don’t know who wins until the Grand Finale at this event. Donate today to cast your vote for the next Man of the Year and Woman of the Year. Candidates who raise more than $50,000 are able to name an LLS research grant in someone’s honor or memory. Contact: www.lls.org/ocie Takes place at The Newport Beach Marriott, 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. Rock for Our Riders to benefit Back Bay Therapeutic Riding Club (BBTRC) | May 19 from 3-7 p.m. | Rock your casual attire at this outdoor lawn event. Festivities include a spring dinner and bar, bidding on live and silent auction items, original artworks on display for the silent auction, dancing until dusk and country rock entertainment by Scott Helmer. Tickets: Open table seating, $150. Sponsorships which include program recognition and complimentary drink tickets: Two-ticket package, $1,000; Table for six, $2,500; Table for 10, $5,000 and Main Sponsor, $10,000 which includes a stage-front table for 10, stage signage and 10 complimentary drinks. Valet parking. The BBTRC is dedicated to providing an avenue for improving the quality of life of children, youth and adults with physical and developmental disabilities through recreational and structured horseback riding and other unique therapeutic activities. Contact: To register and for more information, visit www.backbaytrc.org Takes place at the Merrell Estate, 2182 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach. Hot Ticket Leukemia Cup Regatta to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | June 1 and 2 | Featuring the Harbor 20 Fleet and Junior Sailing Regatta. This is a unique and progressive series of sailing events that combines the joy of boating with the important task of raising money to cure cancer. Crew members seek donations from friends, family, co- workers and employers to sponsor their boat. Contact: www.lls.org/ocie Takes place at The Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. Sixth Annual Arts & Business Leadership Awards Dinner | June 4 | Presented by Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the evening celebrates the achievements of arts philanthropy honoring: Gaddi Vasquez, as the Distinguished Arts & Business Leader; Karla Kraft, as the Rising Arts & Business Leader and Avalon LaFosse as the Student Arts Leader. Festivities include a networking cocktail reception and dinner & awards presentation, followed by guests being escorted to premium seats in Segerstrom Hall for a special performance of the Tony Award nominated Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and an exclusive VIP afterparty at Water Grill. Single Ticket: $1,500-$5,000 each. Sponsorships from $10,000-$50,000. Contact: For more information, call 714.942.6218, or email [email protected]. www.scfta.org Takes place at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa and Water Grill South Coast Plaza, 3300 Bristol St., Costa Mesa. Audi • INFINITI • Volvo Golf Classic to benefit Mission Hospital | June 6 | Presented by the Mission Hospital Foundation. Contact: www.mission4health.com/foundation Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast. 15th Annual 44 Women for Orangewood Scholarship Luncheon benefiting Orangewood Foundation | June 7 | The 44 Women for Orangewood 15th Annual Scholarship Luncheon is an inspiring afternoon to raise money for Orangewood Foundation. Presented by Haig and Hien Papaian, the event will feature guest speaker Elizabeth Smart, author of Where There’s Hope: Healing, Moving Forward and Never Giving Up. Schedule: Champagne Sponsor Reception, 10:30 a.m.; Luncheon, 12 p.m. Sponsorship opportunities are available from $550 to $15,000. To view the sponsorship packet, click here. To register, visit https://orangewoodfoundation.org/2019-scholarship-lunch-tickets/. About Elizabeth Smart: The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002, and her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Elizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003, after being held a prisoner for nine grueling months. Through this traumatic experience, Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and national legislation. Elizabeth triumphantly testified before her captor and the world about the very private nightmare she suffered during her abduction, which led to conviction. Contact: Jeff Gilstrap at [email protected]. www.orangewoodfoundation.org/44lunch Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. 2019 Goodwill of Orange County Golf Classic | June 10 | Proceeds from this event support the Tierney Center for Veterans Services, which helps veterans and their families gain access to resources that enhance their lives. In 2018, more than $185,000 was raised to support the Tierney Center for Veterans Services. Contact: Call 714.480.3355 or email [email protected]. www.ocgoodwill.org Takes place The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast. 2019 Beacon of Light Ball benefiting The Lighthouse | June 15 from 6-10 p.m. | Kalfayan Merjanian, LLP and Titan HST in collaboration with Newport Beach Police Association Foundation cordially invite you to the Midsummer Night’s Dream-themed Beacon of Light Ball. The event is benefiting Orangewood Foundation in an effort to stop human trafficking and support the survivors. The event is black tie attire. Sponsorship opportunities are available from $3,000 to $50,000. To view the sponsorship packet, click here. To register, visit https://orangewoodfoundation.ejoinme.org/bolb2019 Contact: Jeff Gilstrap at [email protected]. www.BeaconOfLightBall.org Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast. 3rd Annual Grocery Industry’s Pick A Purse to benefit Olive Crest | July 12 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Enjoy a great lunch and opportunity drawings. Leave with a brand new purse and know the proceeds are helping at-risk youth and families. Every purse is valued at more than $150. Purses by Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Tory Burch and many more. Check-in and Purse Preview, 11 a.m.; Luncheon, 12 p.m. Tickets are limited: a table of 10 is $2,500; individual tickets, $250. To purchase tickets, visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/cOf/. Attire: Thursday Best. Complimentary valet parking. Contact: Sandra Bond at 714.543.5437, ext. 1188 or email [email protected]. www.olivecrest.org/oc Takes place at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. SAVE THE DATE: Hoag Summer Fest | July 18 | More details to come. Contact: www.hoaghospitalfoundation.org; www.hoagpromise.org Takes place at the Newport Dunes Resort, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach. Michael Change Tennis Classic | July 20 and July 26-28 | More details to come. Contact: www.nbtctennis.com Takes place at the Newport Beach Tennis Club, 2601 Eastbluff Drive, Newport Beach. Smart Women Breakfast to benefit Working Wardrobes | August 7 | Contact: www.workingwardrobes.org Takes place at The Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. Hot Ticket Leukemia Cup Regatta to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | August 10 and 11 | Featuring the FARR 40 International Fleet and PHRF Fleet. This is a unique and progressive series of sailing events that combines the joy of boating with the important task of raising money to cure cancer. Crew members seek donations from friends, family, co- workers and employers to sponsor their boat. Contact: www.lls.org/ocie Takes place at The Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. Laura’s House 25th Annual Gala | September 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m. | Enjoy a cocktail reception, silent & live auctions and dinner. They will be honoring individuals and corporations that have contributed integral support to the programs and services we provide. Sponsorships, tickets and advertisements will be available. Contact: www.laurashouse.org Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. 50th Anniversary Celebration for the Newport Bay Conservancy | September 8 | Festivities include a sunset dinner. More details to come. Contact: www.newportbay.org Takes place at Upper Newport Bay Conservancy, 2302 University Drive, Newport Beach. Susan G. Komen Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk | September 22 | Susan G. Komen Orange County is one of 26 locations across the country that will be reintroducing its Race for the Cure as the More Than Pink Walk this year. The event will include a fresh new look and experience focused on energizing the community around the lifesaving work Komen’s supporters make possible through fundraising efforts. The More Than Pink Walk, which will not have a separate timed run element this year, will increase people’s connection to Komen’s work beyond breast cancer awareness including, research, community outreach and more. Tickets: $15 during pre-registration (ends May 31); $30 after pre-registration and $35 the day of the event. Contact: Stacy Davis at 714.957.9157, ext. 34 or email [email protected]. Click here for more info. Takes place at Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. (Starts at Pacific Life Insurance Company.)

Evening of Excellence Gala Event to benefit Youth Employment Service | September 26 | Honors employers for their ongoing commitment to hire and support YES graduates as they transition into the workforce. Festivities include a cocktail reception, wine pull, auction, awards presentation and dinner. Proceeds support the Comprehensive Job Readiness Program and its expansion to greater Orange County. Sponsorships, donations and attendance opportunities are available. Contact: www.yesworks.org Takes place at The Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach. New, Now, Next: The OCMA Affair | October 5 | This annual gala supports the museum’s exhibition and educational programs and ensures that the museum can offer free admission at its temporary location at South Coast Plaza Village. Co-chairs: Jennifer Segerstrom and Jennifer Van Bergh Contact: www.ocmaexpand.org Takes place at OCMA/Expand, 1661 W. Sunflower Ave., Santa Ana. Dusk at the Island Fashion Show to benefit Ronald McDonald House of Orange County | October 10 | More details to come. Contact: www.rmhcsc.org/orangecounty Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. Second Annual Forever Families Gala to support Seneca Family of Agencies | November 9 | This event supports this organization’s mission to create families that are stale, loving and permanent. They have a 100 percent adoption permanency rating. Every $1,000 supports the finalization of an adoption for a child in foster care. There are more than 600 kids waiting to be adopted in Orange County. Honorees to be announced. Sponsorships are available from $5,000-$50,000. Contact: www.senecafoa.org/gala Takes place at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. 46th Candlelight Concert to support Segerstrom Center for the Arts | December 6 | For more than 40 years, Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Candlelight Concert has been one of Orange County’s most treasured events. Considered by many as the official kick-off to the holiday season, Candlelight brings friends and family together for an elegant evening of great fun while raising essential funds in support of the Segerstrom Center for the Art’s artistic, education and community engagement programs. Contact: www.scfta.org Takes place at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

Editor’s Note: If you have a philanthropic event with a connection to Newport Beach you would like to see publicized, please email the information with an image and contact person with email address to Lana Johnson: [email protected]. If you would like to reach out to Newport Beach non-profit organizations, visit https://greatnonprofits.org/city/newport- beach/CA.

Newport’s Best Bets in Arts & Entertainment From Live Theater to Community Happenings, enjoy these!

Click on photo for a larger image Submitted photo Balboa Car Show | Every Sunday from 7-9 a.m. Fun Zone Parking lot, 600 E. Bay Ave., Balboa Peninsula Sheepdog, Continuing through May 5. Performance times and ticket prices vary. What begins as a love story about two Cleveland cops – a black woman who falls for her white male partner – changes when he shoots a young black man in the line of duty. Amina loves Ryan. But can she trust her heart when the truth about the shooting, and her man, becomes more and more slippery? A relationship gets shaken to the core in this riveting drama by an up- and-coming playwright. Written by Kevin Artigue and directed by Leah C. Gardiner. Recommended for ages 14 and older. Contact: Call 714.708.5500. www.scr.org Takes place on the Julia Argyros Stage at South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of scr.org OCMAExpand Six New Exhibitions on view continuing through September 1. Features works of Pacific Rim artists and a seventh show with objects from the museum’s collection. Through a wide range of media including interactive installations, photography and site- specific interventions, the works touch on notions of value, control and power, and truth and reality, responding to some of today’s most pressing global socio-political concerns. Spring exhibitions include: Diego Berruecos: Only A Shadow; York Chang: To Be Wrong with Infinite Precision; Victoria Fu and Matt Ric: Monster A; Fritzia Irizar: CaCO3; UuDam Tran Nguyen: TIME BOOMERANG California Edition – From S.E.A. Atolls to the Next Dead Stars; Hiromi Takizawa: Open Air and Closer Look: Intimate-Scale Sculpture from the Permanent Collection. Admission and parking are free. Hours: Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Contact: www.ocmaexpand.org Takes place at OCMA/Expand, South Coast Plaza Village, 1661 W. Sunflower Ave., Snta Ana. Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of OCMAExpand.org Block Printing Workshops, April 27, May 25 and July 6 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Taught by instructor Elizabeth James from Pacific and Rose Textiles, learn step-by-step the ancient art of hand block-printing, including classic Indian design principles, printing bed and ink tray preparation, and blocking-printing techniques. After first practicing on paper, you’ll move on to fabric, whether it’s kitchen towels, aprons or scarves. All tools and supplies will be furnished, with an instruction pamphlet for you to keep. Additional vintage woodblocks will be available for purchase. James’ collections of home and lifestyle products have been hand block-printed in her Jaipur, India workshop since 2001. Cost of each workshop: $70. Cancellation is 48 hours prior. Reserve you spot at www.seasidegalleryandgoods.com/collections/seaside-events. Contact: If you have questions, contact Elizabeth James at 949.633.1080. www.seasidegalleryandgoods.com Takes place at Seaside Gallery & Goods, 124 Tustin Ave., Newport Beach.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of Seaside Gallery & Goods OC Marathon, May 3-5. Join thousands of other community-minded runners and walkers at the OC Marathon, beginning at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa just south of Santa Barbara Drive for the Marathon and Half Marathon. Kids Run the OC and the 5K take place at the OC Fair & Event Center, where the marathon and half-marathon end. Pledges benefit 11 local children’s charities through Run for Orange County Kids (ROCK). For a detailed schedule of the weekend’s events, to register and find out how to get involved, visit the website. Contact: www.ocmarathon.com Takes place at Fashion Island and the OC Fair & Event Center. Book Signing with Lisa Grable, May 5 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Join local author, Lisa Grable, for a signing of her book 100 Need-to-Know Tips for Young Women. Grable wanted to pass along the most important truths from a lifelong journey to her daughter. Her goal was to share revelations that have grounded her in her faith with women of all ages. She will have copies of her book available for purchase and will be signing them at this event in the Gallery. Contact: Call 949.640.5800 Takes place at Roger’s Gardens, 23021 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona del Mar. Afternoon Tea in the Gardens, May 8 at 2:30, 2:45 and 3 p.m. and May 29 at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea in the Garden’s beautiful surroundings. The menu includes a fresh pot of tea, petite fresh currant & chocolate scones, a selection of tea sandwiches and chef’s selection of desserts. Cost: $34 per person plus tax & gratuity. By reservation only. Contact: For reservations, call 949.673.0033. To view the menu, visit the website. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar.

Gadbois Jewelry Trunk Show, May 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrate the special woman in your life and meet the local Mother & Daughter dynamic duo behind Gadbois Jewelry, the newest fine jewelry collection, exclusively available at Roger’s Gardens. Find the perfect gift for mom…and maybe a little something for you too. Industry veteran, Frances Gadbois, and daughter, Charlotte, have partnered to create a fresh and vibrant, luxury jewelry line, loaded with one-of-a-kind stones, signature gold texturing and wearable staples that will outlast the test of time. With something for everyone, Frances and Charlotte, have combined their elegant design expertise, and modern flare, to build a jewelry collection that can be worn to yoga, or out on the town. Breaking down the walls of generational stereotypes, the collections range from dainty giftable diamond pendants or ring stackers, to statement cocktail rings showcasing their rare, luxurious semi-precious gemstones. Contact: Call 949.640.5800 Takes place at Roger’s Gardens, 23021 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona del Mar. Click on photo for a larger image Lunch and Lecture: Kitty Connolly, May 10 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. On select Fridays of every month, Sherman Gardens, in partnership with Cafe Jardin, features a horticulture speaker combined with a delicious lunch...the perfect way to end the week. This day’s topic and speaker: California Super Bloom with Kitty Connolly, executive director, Theodore Payne Foundation. Connolly has been out surveying this season’s wildflowers and enjoying the Super Bloom. She will be discussing this year’s Super Bloom and the conditions that make it happen as well as all the amazing things the Theodore Payne Foundation does to protect and grow California’s native fauna. Advanced Reservations: Friends Lunch & Lecture: $25; Non-members, $35; Friends Lecture only, free; Non-member Lecture only, $5. Day of Walk Ins: Friends Lunch & Lecture: $35; Non- members, $45; Friends Lecture only, free (RSVPs are appreciated); Non-member Lecture only, $10. Lunch will be served during lecture. Contact: For reservations, call 949.673.0033. To view the menu, visit the website. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Neighborhood Garden Walk, May 14 at 10:30 a.m. Join the Sherman Gardens’ horticulture staff fir a casual stroll down the Flower Streets of Corona del Mar. Discover how gardeners in our community are using sustainable practices in residential settings. Meet at the entrance steps in the back parking lot. Cost: $75 per person. Additional beverages, gratuity and tax not included. Free. Contact: To RSVP, visit the website. Takes place near Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Movie Screening - Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf, May 14 at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6 p.m. Piet Oudolf is a hugely influential landscape designer, responsible for New York’s High Line, Chicago’s Lurie Gardens and numerous sites around the world. He was a pioneer in the notion of working hard to having gardens look as natural as possible. This award- winning documentary immerses the viewer in Oudolf’s work and takes us inside his creative process, from his beautiful abstract sketches, to theories on beauty, to ecological implications of his ideas. This is a free event. Contact: For reservations, visit the website at www.slgardens.org. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of Sherman Library & Gardens Garden Fusions – Public Gardens: An Epicurean Adventure, May 15 at 6 p.m. Enjoy a unique gourmet dining experience, where every dinner has a horticulture theme featuring a special horticultural host. The host will share knowledge and advice on the evening’s topic. Chef Pascal Olhats, executive chef of Café Jardin, is challenged to create a multi-course gourmet dinner to complement the theme. This fusion between culinary and horticulture art creates unique one-of-a-unique experiences. In honor of National Public Gardens Week, Garden Director Scott LeFleur will share his favorite public gardens and the best dishes he has enjoyed at each. Chef Olhats will re-0create those dishes so you can experience the cuisine of these exceptional public gardens. Hors d’oeuvres are served at 6 p.m. and a specialty drink is included. Cost: $75 per person. Additional beverages, gratuity and tax not included. Reservations required. To keep the experience intimate, seating is limited to 50 guests. Contact: For reservations, call 949.673.0033. To view the menu, visit the website. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Artists’ Reception, May 16 from 5-8 p.m. View plein air paintings created during this year’s Newport Beach Garden Tour. Meet the artists who were in each of the gardens painting throughout the day. Enjoy live music and light refreshments. The paintings will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Sherman Library & Gardens. The reception is complimentary, so bring a friend. Contact: To RSVP, visit the website. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. 22nd Newport Harbor High School Annual Home and Garden Tour, May 16 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The public has the rare opportunity to tour private homes throughout Newport Beach. Highlights of the day include a morning reception at Jenny Kayne, lunch at Newport Beach Theatre Arts Center with views of the ocean and culminating the day, an afternoon reception at Barclay Butera Interiors. Tickets, which include lunch, are $85; after April 30, $100. Tickets are available at Barclay Butera Interiors, Fleur De Lys, Where’s the Party?, Molly Wood Garden Design, Roger’s Gardens and via the website. The tour is presented by Villa Real Estate. Contact: www.NewportHarborHomeTour.com Takes place along the South Bayfront Promenade on Balboa Island. Artists’ Reception, May 16 from 5-8 p.m. View beautiful plein air paintings created during this year’s Newport Beach Garden Tour. Meet the artists who were in each of the gardens painting throughout the day. Enjoy live music and light refreshments. The paintings will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Sherman Library & Gardens. The reception in complimentary, so bring a friend. RSVP at the website. Contact: Call 949.673.0033. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Watercolor Class: Beach Scene and Bicycle with Erna, May 17 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join local artist Erna van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple shapes. Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home his/her own charming painting. Maximum: 12 people. Cost: $35 Friends, $45 Non- members. Register at the website. Contact: Call 949.673.0033. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Kids Peaceful Painting Workshop with Miss Erna, May 18 from 12-3 p.m. This workshop is geared to give your child a chance to spend time in a garden and be surrounded by nature’s beauty. Children will be encouraged to find their unique creative expression. This workshop provides a stress free space where everyone is welcome. In conjunction with their Fuchsia Festival, this workshop will celebrate all that is wonderful about fuchsias. Open to all ages. Children 6 and under need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please bring a snack. All supplies provided. Class sizes are limited. Cost: $40 Friends, $50 Non-members. Register at the website. Contact: Call 949.673.0033. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Class: Printmaking in the Gardens, May 18 from 1-3 p.m. Experience the fun of making relief prints inspired by the Gardens. Participants will learn to make a foam print and will print multiple copies. No skills are necessary. All supplies are provided but you might want to bring an apron or painting shirt. Cost: $35 Friends, $45 Non-members. Register at the website. Contact: Call 949.673.0033. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Goat Yoga, May 19 at 9 and 11 a.m. Party Goats Los Angeles is partnering with Sherman Gardens to combine nature, animals and yoga. Benefits: Fun with laughter, guaranteed; improves core strength; deepens stretches and tests balance. Spanky and Pippin have been trained to participate in goat yoga on command. They will jump on your back during key yoga poses, aid in deeper stretches with their front hooves, and run underneath your legs during standing poses. The goats are on leashes and each has a handler which helps provide a structured and safe environment. Class is one hour and will be followed by 45 minutes of photos – so strike that perfect pose for Instagram. All participants must pre-register; no walk- ins accepted. Plan on arriving 15 minutes early, wear comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. Bring your own mat or towel. Cost: $35 Friends, $40 Non-members. Register at the website. Contact: Call 949.673.0033. Takes place at Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. 25th Annual Balboa Artwalk, May 19 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. This outdoor art show features more than a mile of art and live music. The premier showcase for talented local artists, this much- anticipated event kicks off the Island’s summer season. The show welcomes 100 artists exhibiting fine jewelry, blown glass, sculpture and photography. Spectators will enjoy live music throughout the day on five stages along the walk. Featured musicians include Gary Gould, The Retros, Jim Roberts, Don Ross & Rose and the Rick Sherman Duo. The Artwalk is presented by Mary Hardesty Realty and admission is free. Contact: For information, contact Mary Beth Saucerman at 949.548.1758, or email [email protected]. Takes place along the South Bayfront Promenade on Balboa Island.

Submitted photo ABT William J. Gillespie School st Segerstrom Center for the Arts Showcase Performances #1 and #2, May 23 and 24. Performances at 6 p.m. The ABT Gillespie School Showcase is the opportunity for all students to perform on one of the renowned stages at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The ABT Gillespie School provides students with the highest quality of classical ballet training through the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum which offers students a rich knowledge of classical ballet technique incorporating elements of the French, Italian and Russian schools of training. The ABT Gillespie Showcase demonstrates the progression of the curriculum while offering students a chance to perform for friends and family. Tickets start at $20. Contact: Call 714.556.2787. www.scfta.org Takes place at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

Courtesy of scfta.org The Velveteen Rabbit, May 24-June 9. Performance times and ticket prices vary. For nearly a century, this beloved classic has captivated and charmed children and adults, alike. Lonely and forgotten, a stuffed rabbit longs to be real. When another toy is lost, he quickly becomes a little boy’s new favorite. As the rabbit’s dapper appearance gets worn and shabby from play, a wonderful change begins to happen. A moving story about the power of love – and a little bit of magic. From the book by Margery Williams, adapted for the stage by Janet Allard. Recommended for grades K-6. Part of the Theatre for Young Audiences and Their Families. Performances occur on the Julianne Argyros Stage and never run longer than 90 minutes. Contact: Call 714.708.5500. www.scr.org Takes place at South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of scr.org Block Printing Workshops, May 25 and July 6 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Taught by instructor Elizabeth James from Pacific and Rose Textiles, learn step-by-step the ancient art of hand block-printing, including classic Indian design principles, printing bed and ink tray preparation, and blocking-printing techniques. After first practicing on paper, you’ll move on to fabric, whether it’s kitchen towels, aprons or scarves. All tools and supplies will be furnished, with an instruction pamphlet for you to keep. Additional vintage woodblocks will be available for purchase. James’ collections of home and lifestyle products have been hand block-printed in her Jaipur, India workshop since 2001. Cost of each workshop: $70. Cancellation is 48 hours prior. Reserve you spot at www.seasidegalleryandgoods.com/collections/seaside-events. Contact: If you have questions, contact Elizabeth James at 949.633.1080. www.seasidegalleryandgoods.com Takes place at Seaside Gallery & Goods, 124 Tustin Ave., Newport Beach. El Gran Festival de Musica Cubana, May 25 at 7 p.m. A musical celebration of the best in traditional Cuban music and culture with an evening of irresistible Cuban rhythms and sound, featuring an all-star line-up of some of today’s most celebrated Cuban artists including four former members of the Buena Vista Social Club: Juan De Marcos, Barbarito Torres, Jesus Aguaje Ramos and Eliades Ochoa, the celebrated musical group ¡Cubanismo!, beloved Cuban singers Ibrahim Ferrer Jr., Luis Frank and Pedrito Calvo as well as the band Los Soneros de Verdad. A project 22 years in the making, this collective of Cuban performers brings together legends and future stars for one spectacular night of music. Tickets start at $69 and are available on the website. Contact: Call 714.566.2787. Takes place at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

Click on photo for a larger image Courtesy of scr.org The Music Man in Concert, May 31-June 1. Performances at 8 p.m. “Ya got trouble” in River City, when a fast-talking con man has his heart stolen by the town librarian. The Music Man became an instant hit on Broadway, winning five Tony Awards beating out West Side Story for Best Musical. The cast album went on to win the Grammy Award (the first ever) while the film score won an Academy Award. This romantic comedy is an energetic slice of Americana filled with romantic ballads, rousing marches and lively barbershop quartets. Selections such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Til There Was You,” “Marian the Librarian” and “Goodnight my Someone” have become perennial favorites. Tickets start at $46. Contact: Call 714.556.2787. www.scfta.org Takes place at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. Police Beat Primer Compiled by Tom Johnson Police Beat derives from information in the log maintained at the front counter by the Newport Beach Police Department and required under CA Government Code Section 6254 (f). The press does not have access to written police reports. Information in the police department log is deemed reliable and StuNewsNewport is not responsible for mistakes made available as public record by the Newport Beach Police Department. Any person arrested is innocent until found guilty in a court of law. Abbreviations sometimes used in Police Beat: 647f – Public Intoxication; DUI – Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs; NFA – No fixed address; RP – Reporting/Responsible Party; UTL – Unable to locate

DUI Arrests Damien McCabe, 48, Old Castle – Tuesday, April 30 Thomas Lloyd Blair, 65, New port Beach – Sunday, April 28 Incident Reports Tuesday, April 30 Arrests for Being Drunk in Public None Irvine Ave. & E. 20th St. I Paraphernalia and Shopping Cart 7:53 p.m. Bradley Scott Montgomery, 50, New port Beach, w as arrested for possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and possession of a shopping cart. Bail w as set at $500. 28th St. & New port Blvd. I Controlled Substance, Driving without a License and Paraphernalia 4:53 p.m. Raul Martinez Lucio, 37, Santa Ana, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, driving w ithout a license and possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia. Bail w as set at $2,500. New port Blvd. & Finley St. I Obstructing/Resisting 9:01 a.m. Wil Francis Whisman, 52, Arleta, w as arrested for obstructing/resisting a peace officer. Bail w as set at $500. Birch St. & MacArthur Blvd. I Under the Influence 8:28 a.m. Jesse Colin Ferguson, 28, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Bail w as set at $1,000. Birch St. I 20200 Block I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia and Narcotics 2:14 a.m. Leah Natalie Zarian, 28, New port Beach, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and possession of a narcotic controlled substance. Bail w as set at $10,000. Aliso Ave. & 16th St. I Costa Mesa I Driving without a License and Failure to Stop 12:05 a.m. Raul Gudino-Sanchez, 40, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for driving w ithout a license and failing to stop at a stop sign. Bail w as set at $500. W. Balboa Blvd. I 1200 Block I Probation Violation 12:02 a.m. Bijan Paul Savoji, 29, New port Beach, w as arrested on a felony probation violation. No bail w as set. Monday, April 29 Arrests for Being Drunk in Public None Bristol St. & Santa Ana Ave. I Costa Mesa I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia and Narcotics 9:46 p.m. Ramsey Adam Bilbeisi, 38, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and possession of a narcotic controlled substance. Bail w as set at $10,000. San Joaquin Hills Road & Beaulieu I Controlled Substance and Paraphernalia 3:25 p.m. Shaolei Han, 37, Redlands, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia. Bail w as set at $2,500. Ocean Blvd. I 3700 Block I Drinking in Public and Warrants 2:36 p.m. Jose Alfredo Resendiz, 33, Santa Ana, w as arrested for drinking in public and for w arrants for driving w hile suspended/revoked and for DUI. Bail w as set at $1,050. Wallace Ave. I 1900 Block I Costa Mesa I Identity Theft 1:08 pm. Tina Nicole Sherman, 32, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for identity theft by using another’s identification w ith the intent to obtain money. Bail w as set at $20,000. Westcliff Drive & Highland Drive I Under the Influence 12:21 p.m. Jolin Widi, 38, Lake Forest, w as arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Bail w as set at $2,500. Sherington Place I 1900 Block I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia and Garbage 12:02 p.m. Ryan Scott Mascitelli, 36, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for collecting garbage and recyclables. Bail w as set at $100. 11:57 a.m. James Vance Hoover, 49, Riverside, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and for collecting garbage and recyclables. Bail w as set at $10,000. Hoag Drive I 00 Block I Trespassing 3:12 a.m. John Andrew Stanew ich, 23, Oak View , w as arrested for trespassing for refusing to leave property. Bail w as set at $500. Sunday, April 28 Arrests for Being Drunk in Public Jason Mark Olson, 49, Costa Mesa New port Blvd. & 17th St. I Costa Mesa I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia and Obstructing/Resisting 10:38 p.m. Ronald Arlen Stephen, 52, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and obstructing/resisting a peace officer. Bail w as set at $10,000. Bristol St. I 1400 Block I Costa Mesa I Burglary Tools 10:06 p.m. Alec Jordan Quinteros, 27, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for possession of burglary tools. Bail w as set at $500. 43rd St. & Balboa Blvd. I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia, Under the Influence and Warrant 9:53 p.m. Francisco Jesus Guillen, 35, Texarkana Miller, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia, being under the influence of a controlled substance and on a w arrant for possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia. Bail w as set at $10,500. Irvine Ave. & 16th St. I Narcotics 6:44 p.m. Ian Kyle Murphy, 27, Alta Loma, w as arrested for possession of a narcotic controlled substance. Bail w as set at $10,000. New port Pier I Drinking in Public and Contributing to Delinquency of a M inor 3:26 p.m. Buddy Robles, 34, Las Vegas, w as arrested for drinking in public and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Bail w as set at $500. Old New port Blvd. I 400 Block I Paraphernalia and Controlled Substance 3:43 p.m. Mykal David Roybal, 24, Costa Mesa, w as arrested for possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance. Bail w as set at $2,500. Campus Drive & Dove St. I Narcotics, Controlled Substance and Paraphernalia 1:05 p.m. Jeremy Joseph Cap, 30, Midw ay City, w as arrested for possession of a narcotic controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance and possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia. Bail w as set at $10,000. Campus Drive & Dove St. I Controlled Substance, Paraphernalia and Warrant 1:00 p.m. Amanda Lynn Parr, 27, Lake Arrow head, w as arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of unlaw ful paraphernalia and on a w arrant for petty theft. Bail w as set at $3,000. Orange St. & W. Coast Highw ay I Under the Influence and Controlled Substance 7:58 a.m. Joseph Edw ard Flamm, 51, New port Beach, w as arrested for being under the influence and for possession of a controlled substance. Bail w as set at $10,000.

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