Events
Farmers Market Tustin
June 25. Visit The District at Tustin Legacy every Sunday for a farmers market and craft event. Explore great deals from farm-fresh produce, honey, eggs, plants, mushrooms, baked goods, prepared food and crafts. With ample parking available, enjoy the finest farm-to-table items and unique artisanal creations. Sunday, 9 a.m-1 p.m. 2411 Park Ave., Tustin. More Information
Vintage Police Vehicle Viewing
June 24. An event within an event takes place this weekend, as guests of all ages can take in the sights, sounds, and maybe some sirens, as local law enforcement will be bringing vintage police vehicles and staff to interact with at the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce 2023 Car Show. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Laguna Hills. lagunahillschamber.com
Pet Parade and Chili Cookoff
June 24. Bring your furry friends down to beautiful Laguna Beach and kick off summer with some fun. A festive chili cook off will be surrounded by attendees furry friends as a pet parade also will take place at this community event. Admission is free. Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Neighborhood Congressional Church, 340 St. Anne’s Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
Doheny Surf & Art Festival
June 24-25. A weekend of surfing, surf contests, enjoying the sand, music, sunshine, and supporting local artisans returns to the beautiful and historic Doheny State Beach. Bring the family to this free event for a festive kickoff to summer and soak in the beauty that is Dana Point. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. dohenystatebeach.org
Food + Drink
Brunch with a VIEW of the Coast
Now Open. VIEW Restaurant & Lounge offers a Sunday brunch experience with a curated menu of champagne specials and creative cocktails, perfectly paired with breakfast and lunch favorites. With ocean views and a focus on coastal Californian cuisine, VIEW invites guests to enjoy dishes like lobster rolls, fried chicken and waffles, buttermilk French toast and smoked salmon with creme fresh. Enhance your brunch with libations such as the Bloody Mary, French 75, and Good Morning Newport. Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 900 Newport Center Drive,
Newport Beach. viewatvea.com
Paradise Dynasty Launches Happy Hour Deals
Now Available. Is your wallet feeling the pain when you dine out at restaurants lately? Maybe this might help: how about 50% off your favorite dishes? That’s 50% off all dimsum items, select noodles [tossed noodles & noodle soups only], all desserts, plus drink specials for $2.99, including Sapporos on draft. Monday – Thursdays, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa. paradisegp.com
Homies on The Hill
June 24. Imagine having the ability to hop on a shuttle and bounce between three craft breweries for a day and enjoying some great beer, food, games and music. Well here’s your chance, join the Homies on the Hill in San Clemente for an epic experience. Artifex, Delahunt, and Lost Winds all will be collaborating for this day of fun, food, games, and live music. 1011 Calle Recodo, San Clemente. delahuntbrewing.com
Arts + Culture
Vocal Sensation Veronica Swift at Segerstrom
June 24. Veronica Swift has established herself on the international jazz scene as one of the great vocalists of her era. An authentic storyteller and dynamic performer, Swift is now expanding her repertoire to include rock, soul and funk proving she has the vocal prowess to transcend any musical style! Don’t miss this rising star on Saturday, June 24. Two shows only at 7 and 9pm! 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Newport Beach Art Exhibition
June 24. The annual exhibition features recently created original artwork in various mediums, including oils and acrylics, watercolor, charcoal, pen and ink, sculpture, photography and mixed media, and acts as a forum for artists to show and sell their artwork to the public in a one-day exhibit. Saturday, 12-6 p.m. Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room and Civic Green, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach. newportbeachca.gov
Joseph Kleitsch: Abroad and At Home in Old Laguna
June 24. This new exhibit showcases the sensuous portraits, realistic still lifes, and landscape paintings that document the artist’s experimentation and growth from Impressionism to Post-Impressionism. Because of Kleitsch’s ties to Laguna Beach, no venue or location is more perfect than Laguna Art Museum. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. lagunaartmuseum.org
Photo credits: Dog Parade photos from Stus News Laguna courtesy of Bob Ortiz. Paradise Dynasty courtesy of FWD PR. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.