Alec Glasser, founder of The Drake Gives, which helps promote the importance of music | Photo by The Drake Alec Glasser, founder of The Drake restaurant, aims to give Orange County’s underserved youth a shot at success with donations for instruments and instruction through his nonprofit, The Drake Gives. By Read More
Corona del Mar resident Lucie Courtois and her mother Carol Trapani at the Beyond Blindness Gala. Beyond Blindness, the region’s leading provider of early intervention, education and enrichment, and family support services for children with visual impairments and other disabilities, hosted its seventh annual Vision Beyond Sight Gala on Feb. Read More
The South County Crosscultural Council’s new executive director talks about expanding resources for local day laborers, some of his favorite places in Laguna and more. By Sharon Stello In college, Tim Hartshorn began conducting research on the experiences of migrant workers, which not only helped him earn a Ph.D. from Read More
In today’s fast-paced economy, the phenomenon of holding multiple jobs has become increasingly common, reflecting a shift in how Americans approach work-life balance and financial stability. Raphael Sternberg, a figure attuned to the nuances of the modern workforce, highlights a trend where professionals are no longer content with a single Read More
Karin Wyman-Vardaman, executive director of Laguna Canyon Foundation Karin Wyman-Vardaman, the new executive director of Laguna Canyon Foundation, has come full circle, helping to protect the open spaces she grew up enjoying as a child. By Sharon Stello A photo of Barbara’s Lake hangs on the wall of Karin Wyman-Vardaman’s Read More
A selection of tacos at Bodega Laguna Cocina & Cantina | Photo by Sharon Williams Exciting culinary journeys begin as several new restaurants open in Laguna Beach. By Tanya A. Yacina As they say, change is the only constant. And it’s no different with Laguna’s dining scene, which has been Read More
Conrad Punta de Mita resort, along 2 miles of beach | Photo by Conrad Punta de Mita Mexico’s Conrad Punta de Mita offers everything you need for the ultimate laid-back vacation. By Ashley Ryan From the white sand beaches of Cancun and energetic nightlife of Cabo to Mexico City’s vibrant Read More
SoLag Skim School’s camp, offered through the city | Photo by Gabe Sullivan Long summer days are the perfect time to meet new friends while playing sports, making art and having adventures together in one of Laguna’s diverse camp sessions. By Jennifer Pappas Yennie Believe it or not, summer is Read More
Bread Artisan Bakery owner Jonnie LoFranco | Photo by Ron De Angelis Local resident Jonnie LoFranco has turned her business, Bread Artisan Bakery, into a culinary force. By Anne Marie Panoringan Although she lived in Los Angeles for a while, Laguna Beach is where Jonnie LoFranco grew up and where Read More
Local artists Mandy Brasa and Isabelle Alessandra shine with their abstract designs. By Sharon Stello Unlike artwork that attempts to closely mimic people or scenes as they appear in real life, abstract paintings rely on the creativity of both the artist and the beholder, who may interpret the shapes on Read More
