Events
OC Brick Convention
Jan. 11-12. Brimming with interactive, creative and educational activities suitable for the entire family – come for a hands-on educational experience enjoyable for all ages, featuring building zones, dozens of large-scale and miniature LEGO models, professional LEGO artists and vendors offering a wide range of LEGO products. Hours vary. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. More Information
Cooking Classes at Judge Brewery
Jan. 11. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to make three types of traditional Chinese dumplings with three different fillings, along with a classic dipping sauce. All skill levels are welcome. Everything from the aprons to the cooking equipment is provided for you, so all you have to do is show up, have fun, and prepare to eat some delicious food. Saturday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 924 Calle Negocio, Suite C, San Clemente. More Information
Don’t Tell Comedy
Jan. 10. Comedy is at its best when there’s a surprise – that’s why Don’t Tell Comedy puts on events where the performers and location are kept secret until the day of the show. Come down to the Biergarten for a fun night out, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening of laughter. $28 per ticket. Tickets are sold online through Don’t Tell Comedy’s website. 7561 Center Ave. #49, Huntington Beach. More Information
Food + Drink
Winter Cocktail Tour
Now Available. Skipping Dry January? Indulge in Winter flavors at The District in Tustin. Restaurants have meticulously crafted a selection of delectable cocktails and mocktails, inviting you to savor the spirit (and spirits) of Winter. Come grab a barstool or table for a month-long celebration of exquisite libations. A full list of participating restaurants can be found here. 2437 Park Ave, Tustin. More Information
Prime Rib Sundays
Now Serving. Come in on Sundays for Prime Rib Sundays. Enjoy a soup or salad and a slice of their premium Angus beef prime rib for only $50 with an option to add dessert at a discounted price. The Bungalow features specialty Steaks – everything from Filet Mignon to Bone-in Rib Eye prepared in a variety of ways. Sundays, 3-9 p.m. 2441 East Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. More Information
Pho King Way Aliso Viejo Opens
Now Open. Their Pho is made to satisfy a king’s taste, and they make it that way – Pho in the way of the King. Their prompt service aims to make you feel like you are being treated regally. Tell them how you want your meal, and they will make it for you. Their menu allows you to choose from many options to design the perfect meal to please any monarch. More Information
Sunday Supper Club Wines
Now Serving. Lido Bottle Works – one of Orange County’s most consistently celebrated restaurants – is launching a new way to enjoy Sundays. A curated selection of California wines is offered at half-off, featuring unique varietals to pair with your meal. Every Sunday, 4 p.m.-close. 3408 Via Oporto #103, Newport Beach. More Information
Arts + Culture
GRAHAM100: the 100th Anniversary of the Martha Graham Dance Company
Starts Jan. 18. Martha Graham, a pivotal figure in 20th-century dance, revolutionized the art form with her distinctly American style, shaping generations of artists and inspiring audiences globally. As part of the worldwide GRAHAM100 celebration, Segerstrom Center welcomes the return of this iconic company. Next Saturday at 7:30 p.m. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. scfta.org
Brian’s Magnificent Garden
Jan. 11. This exhibition presents a captivating interactive exhibition showcasing the enchanting artwork of the beloved children’s author and illustrator, Brian Lies. Designed for both adults and children, this exhibition invites visitors to explore whimsical tales through engaging illustrations, sparking imagination and joy for all ages. Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. More Information
Improv Under Hypnosis with Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci
Jan. 10. Hypnotist extraordinaire, Asad Mecci will welcome 20 volunteers on stage to be hypnotized. The most receptive then join Colin Mochrie (Whose Line is it, Anyway?) to improvise the rest of the show, while hypnotized. In the hands of two experts, and solely crafted from the volunteers’ uninhibited, unconscious minds and audience suggestions, each show is an entirely original and completely unforgettable theatrical experience. Friday at 8 p.m. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. thebarclay.org
Art + Nature Speaker Series
Jan. 11. Join Laguna Art Museum for the finale of this year’s Art + Nature speaker series, featuring an inspiring lecture by renowned scientist Gaurav Sant. A visionary leader at the intersection of science, sustainability, and innovation, Sant has been named as a Forbes Sustainability Leader, honored on the TIME 100 Climate list of the world’s most influential people, and more. Saturday at 6 p.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
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