Business of the Week: Laguna Beach Veterinary Medical Center
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
12h ago
Laguna Beach Veterinary Medical Center: A Haven for Pet Health Dr. Mathew Cohen DVM MS CVA and Dr. Roxanne Kruger In August 2023 a transformative journey in veterinary care began. Dr. Mathew Cohen DVM MS CVA and Dr. Roxanne Kruger, a dynamic husband and wife duo, took the helm of Laguna Beach Veterinary Medical Center, propelling it to new heights of excellence and compassion. Theirs is a story of dedication, innovation, and unwavering commitment to pet wellness. Mathew, a UC Davis graduate with a Master’s in Animal Biology, brings a wealth of experience in holistic veterinary practices and en ..read more
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Laguna Sports Update: Week of March 22
Laguna Beach Independent
by Frank Aronoff
5d ago
BASEBALL (6-7)  Laguna dropped another pair of non-league games, losing 10-6 at Edison on March 13 and 5-2 at Los Alamitos on March 15. Against the Chargers, an error in the first inning gave the hosts an early lead, but Laguna took a brief lead in the third inning off a sacrifice fly by Lucien Reed for a 2-1 Breakers advantage. It didn’t last as Edison piled on five runs at their next at-bat, but again, Laguna battled back in the fourth inning to tie the contest with a double by Logan Pointon and a triple by Becker Sybirski. Edison’s winning margin came in a sixth-inning rally. &nbs ..read more
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Town Crier: Week of March 22
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
5d ago
Celebrate Purim with Chabad Jewish Center Israeli themed Purim bash will take place on Sunday, March 24 at 5 p.m., at Chabad Jewish Center. A recent Hamentash Bake, a traditional Purim pastry, at Hebrew School. A Purim bash will take place this Sunday, March 24 at Chabad Jewish Center. Photo courtesy of Chabad Jewish Center. Interactive Megillah Reading (Scroll of Esther), delicious buffet including falafel, shawarma, hummus, salads, dips and Hamentashen pastries, Israeli music and dancing, L’Chaim and wine tasting for the Adults, Photos at the Western Wall, Face Painting, and Israel themed Cr ..read more
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Laguna Beach Arts Alliance to celebrate local artists at 16th Annual Art Star Awards 
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
5d ago
The Laguna Beach Arts Alliance (LBAA) will host its 16th Annual Art Star Awards on Friday, April 26 at 5:30 p.m. at the Festival of Arts.  Art Star award sculptures, “Louies,” created by renowned artist Louis Longi. The 16th Star Awards will take place Friday, April 26 at 5:30 p.m. Photo/Jeff Rovner The evening’s highlight will be the presentation of awards in four categories and a special lifetime achievement award, acknowledging the remarkable contributions of individuals, businesses, and organizations to Laguna Beach’s vibrant arts and culture scene.  Winners will be presented wit ..read more
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LBUSD moves forward with pool revitalization, classroom upgrades
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
5d ago
The Laguna Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) Board of Education awarded contracts for design services for the modernization of the Laguna Beach High School pool and classroom upgrades at El Morro and Top of the World Elementary School, projects in the district’s Ten-Year Facilities Master Plan (FMP) during its March 14 meeting. A conceptual rendering of the future Laguna Beach High School pool. Image courtesy of Ruhnau Clarke Architects. The classroom upgrades will support the state-mandated expansion of the Universal Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program, which requires public schoo ..read more
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Thurston middle schooler wins 25th annual Holocaust Art & Writing Contest
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
5d ago
Thurston Middle School student Izzie Tran recently won first place in the 25th Annual Holocaust Art & Writing Contest, an event co-sponsored by the Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education at Chapman University and The 1939 Society, an Organization of Holocaust Survivors, Descendants and Friends. Izzie Tran (far left) stands with two LBUSD contest participants and English Language Arts teacher Laura Silver (far right). Photo/LBUSD Tran’s winning entry was entitled “Mourning Silence,” a response to the testimony of Kurt Messerschmidt, who described the aftermath of Kristallnacht (“Crysta ..read more
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Welcome to Ocean Institute’s 2024 Summer Camp!
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Team
5d ago
Dive into Ocean Institute’s Summer Camp! Our week-long camps promise an immersive journey into the wonders of marine science and maritime history! Whether sailing on a historic tall ship or exploring tide pools in a marine protected area, our camps encourage life-long learning for your camper! Ocean Institute’s summer camps are designed for 5 to 17-year-olds and run Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm. Camp sessions are available from June 17th – August 16th. Each day brings new and exciting activities, from whale watching to sailing on a historic tall ship and exploring our shark touch tank ..read more
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Opinion: Corky Smith Paddle-Out and Celebration June 1
Laguna Beach Independent
by Guest Contributor
5d ago
By Roger Butow A June 1 paddle-out will be followed by a memorial service for Corky Smith, who was born on Oct. 30, 1935, and died at the age of 88 on Jan. 21, 2024. The paddle-out at Brooks Street will be at 10 a.m. (arrive early), followed by service around noon at the Sandpiper Lounge, aka “The Dirty Bird.” Family and friends will gather to catch up on each other’s lives. Tears of happiness, plus, yes, tears of sorrow and loss, will be shed. The man and his dance partner literally ruled the Sandpiper dance floor for decades with spiffy moves. Always technically correct, he told me that his ..read more
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Police Log: Week of March 14 to 20
Laguna Beach Independent
by LB Indy Staff
5d ago
Thursday, March 14 DUI. Katherine Ann Leary, 70, of Aliso Viejo, was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving and blowing on or over 0.08 percent blood alcohol level. She was held on $5,000 bail.   Possession of a controlled substance. Shylo Casperson Lontayao, 30, of Lake Forest, was arrested on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance and possessing a controlled narcotic. She was held without bail.   Possession of a controlled substance. Shaydie Kuulei Lontayao, 26, of Newport Beach, was arrested on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance. She was held on $500 bail. &nbs ..read more
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Opinion: Green Light
Laguna Beach Independent
by Tom Osborne
5d ago
Savin’ the Earth on St. Patrick’s Day By Tom Osborne Serendipity is my old friend. I’ve certainly had more than my fair share of it. Though I’m not of Irish background, there does seem to be something Irish and a bit magical about it, at least in the musings of this octogenarian. Let me explain as best I can. Several weeks ago, a reader of my column (whom I did not know) emailed me, asking if her daughter, Alma (not her real name), could meet to talk with me about her future. Alma is a junior at a university, I was told, and she would be coming home to Laguna for the spring or whatever break o ..read more
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