Category: Orange County News

Surf’s Up! City Council Moves Forward with Snug Harbor Surf Park Plan

The October 28 Newport Beach City Council meeting was packed with community members, most there to voice their opinions on the proposed Snug Harbor Surf Park that would be constructed on a section of the Newport Beach Golf Course. According to a Staff Report, Back Bay Barrells, LLC wants to Read More

Hospice Resident and Newport Beach Author Shares Her Stories One Last time

Surrounded by loved ones and community members, beloved children’s book author, former educator, and hospice resident Joan Pizzo read her story “Amy Avocet: the Back Bay Ballerina” a final time at The Heavenly Home, Orange County’s only nonprofit hospice residence. The emotional event celebrated Joan as “The Back Bay Queen” Read More

SoCal Cocktail and Spirits Fest Is This Saturday

The SoCal Cocktail and Spirits Fest, taking place Saturday, Nov. 15, brings together top mixologists, craft distillers, and premium spirit brands for an afternoon of tastings, live entertainment, and great company.  A portion of the proceeds, along with 100% of silent auction funds, will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs Read More

Emergency Food Drive to Help Irvine Families in Need

Monday, November 10, 2025 The City of Irvine, in partnership with local businesses and organizations, is holding an emergency food drive Saturday, November 15, to support Irvine residents affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.  Together with the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, OC Hunger Alliance, and South the City Read More

“The Fairest of Them All” is returning to Laguna Beach beginning Saturday, December 6 at the Laguna Playhouse!

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF PANTO! LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE presents A NEWLY REVISED VERSION of A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS Produced by LYTHGOE FAMILY PRODUCTIONS Written by Kris Lythgoe Directed by Bonnie Lythgoe Musical Direction by Michael Sobie Choreography by Clarice Ordaz Laguna Playhouse presents Lythgoe Family Productions newly revised version of A SNOW Read More

A Season of Impact | Discover Your Winter “Inside Irvine”

Monday, November 10, 2025 ❄️ A Season of Impact | Discover Your Winter Inside Irvine This winter, Inside Irvine spotlights how our City continues to lead with thoughtful planning, community programs, and innovative services, reflecting a community that moves with purpose. Discover how the City is building for the future Read More

Hutchins Consort Strikes a Festive Chord with Oktoberfest Celebration at Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club

The Hutchins Consort may be an innovative violin chamber ensemble which performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins, but that doesn’t mean the group sticks to classical music. Hutchins Consort celebrated Oktoberfest at Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club in Corona del Mar on Sunday, October 19 by playing German music Read More