Events

Drive-In Movies at Irvine Spectrum Center

Aug. 6-9. Missed out on the drive-in movies last week? Hurry and purchase your tickets for this weekend’s showings before they’re gone! Featured films are Mean Girls (Thursday), Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse (Friday) and Jurassic Park (Sunday). Tickets are $50 per car and includes a $20 Irvine Spectrum Center gift card to use toward dinner or snacks from one of the center’s restaurants before the flick. Gates open at 6 p.m., show time around 8 p.m. (sunset). Fifth level of the parking structure (5 Freeway side), 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, 949.790.4871. irvinespectrumcenter.com

Live Music at Dana Point Harbor

Aug. 6. Dana Point Harbor continues to present live music performances throughout the month of August as part of “You, Me + Vitamin Sea,” welcoming the community back to a safe harbor. This week, enjoy live music from country singer and songwriter Lauren Black at the Wharf Courtyard near Frisby Cellars and Jon’s Fish Market. 4-6 p.m. Free. 34675 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, 949.388.3663. danapointharbor.com

The Pavilion at South Coast Plaza

Now Open. Take shopping to the next level at South Coast Plaza’s newest in-person customer experience, located in the center’s north parking structure. The Pavilion features a collection of 14 open-air suites that offer modern furnishings, fitting rooms, beautiful floral arrangements, Wi-Fi, partial climate control and more. Complimentary to guests and accessible by appointment via participating boutiques. Masks must be worn when entering The Pavilion and all areas of South Coast Plaza. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888. southcoastplaza.com

Food + Drink

National Beer Day at Center Hub

Aug. 7. Raise your glasses for National Beer Day! Start the weekend off by treating yourself to Center Hub’s selection of six rotating taps—with new selections weekly—and four core house beers. All beers can be ordered in a 12-ounce, 16-ounce, or 22-ounce glass. Complement your drink with any of the Trade Food Hall’s surrounding food concepts. Outdoor seating available; face coverings required when ordering, and walking to and from tables. Trade Food Hall, 2222 Michelson Drive, Irvine, 949.536.5652. centerhubbar.com

Stella Jean’s

Opens Aug. 8. Did you hear the scoop? The San Diego-based, modern-day ice cream shop is now an Orange County resident in Costa Mesa! Head on over to get a taste of Stella Jean’s signature, handmade flavors, including a few plant-based options—all made on-site in both traditional and unconventional varieties. These are available by-the-scoop for takeaway and in pints for takeaway and delivery. M-Th 2-9 p.m. F-Su noon-9 p.m. 270 E. 17th St., Suite 16, Costa Mesa. stellajeans.com

Bayside’s Three-Course Take-Home Menu

Now Available. For those who haven’t felt very motivated to cook dinner lately, the Newport Beach locally owned restaurant is happy to help! Bayside presents a decadent three-course takeout menu that can feed two or four people ($55 for two, $110 for four). It comes with everything you, and there’s no cooking necessary. Call to hear what’s on the menu! Available every night from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 949.721.1222. baysiderestaurant.com

CdM’s To-Go Cocktails

Now Available. Keep your gin up! CdM’s got your back this summer with a menu of to-go cocktails in convenient packaging (as you can see from the photo!). The menu features guest favorites, including the Corona del Margarita, and new seasonal sips such as the Rhubarb Angel. Additional cocktails that guests can order and enjoy include Bell Martini, The Gin Nicky, Grey Goose Cosmo, Bacardi Hi-Daiquiri and a classic margarita. Su-Th 5-10 p.m., F-Sa 5-11 p.m. 2325 E. Coast Hwy., Corona Del Mar, 949.287.6600. cdmrestaurant.com

Summer Menu Items at True Food Kitchen

Now Available. Say hello to summer flavors with True Food Kitchen’s seasonal selections! New items include summer corn and tomato flatbread topped with roasted corn, organic heirloom tomato, goat cheese, organic arugula and pumpkin seed pesto (pictured), as well as a creamy tomato soup and heirloom tomato & watermelon starter! Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fashion Island, 451 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.644.2400. truefoodkitchen.com

Arts + Culture

From Dusk to Dawn

Through Aug. 9. Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) presents its annual City Hall exhibition, From Dusk to Dawn. This juried cultural arts show is offered as a virtual gallery exhibit this year with all artwork available for purchase through LPAPA’s special priced sale/auction with proceeds benefitting the artists and LPAPA. On August 6, join the virtual reception to meet the artists and watch the awards presentation from 5 to 6 p.m. Reserve your virtual seat to the free Zoom reception. lpapa.org| Reception

Sculptura Botanica

On View. Head to Sherman Library & Gardens to explore the newest outdoor exhibit created by local landscape designer and ceramic artist Dustin Gimbel. The exhibit features original botanically themed ceramic sculpture pieces—on view through September 15. Free with garden admission ($5 non-member, free for members). 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, 949.673.2261. thesherman.org

Photo credits: Dana Point Harbor courtesy The ACE Agency. “Crystal Cove Afterglow” painting by Lisa McDill. All other images are courtesy of the venues.