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6/1–6/30
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The Irvine-based painter whose works reflect his multicultural background--he was born in Sweden to Persian parents--shows his latest series. An artist reception takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. June 15. Free. 1294 S. Coast Highway, Suite A, Laguna Beach, 949-497-5898, artisteyelagunagallery.com |
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Artist Eye Laguna Gallery
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6/1–6/30
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(Ongoing event) Peter, Wendy, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, and the rest play out the classic tale in this musical adaptation. $13 to $15. 36-C Mauchly, Irvine, 949-753-1996, musicaltheatrevillage.net |
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7:30 p.m. Friday; noon, 3, and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday,
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Musical Theatre Village
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6/1–7/7
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Origami, papier mache, sculpture, and other paper-based works are on display in this group show, which also includes classes, workshops, and videos. $2; free for children younger than 12. 1 Civic Center Circle, 714-990-7731, breagallery.com |
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Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday,
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City of Brea Gallery
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6/1–9/16
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(Ongoing event) Espionage comes in from the cold in this exhibit from the International Spy Museum that focuses on historical and contemporary practices. $6 to $10; free for children 3 and younger. 241 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, 714-95-MUZEO (956-8936), muzeo.org |
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Muzeo
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6/1–6/27
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The gallery closes out its first year with this solo show of Britton's map-inspired collages on paper. Free. 480 Ocean Ave., Suite A, Laguna Beach, 949-547-1716, cescontemporary.com |
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday,
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CES Contemporary
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6/1–7/14
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(Ongoing event) The artists explore the city of Santa Ana and issues such as migration, labor, and gentrification through installations, site-specific pieces, interviews, and workshops. Free. 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714-567-7233, grandcentralartcenter.com |
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11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; until 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday,
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Grand Central Art Center
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6/1–6/30
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(Ongoing event) Mexican artist Anibal Catalan shows his new paintings, photos, and installations which he creates by manipulating his structural renderings through computer-assisted design programs. Free. 1492 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-715-5554, saltfineart.com |
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11 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
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Salt Fine Art
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6/2–6/23
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(Ongoing event) The 10-member artist collective, which began 10 years ago when they started meeting weekly for figurative drawing and painting sessions, puts its work on display. Free. 538 Main St., 714-374-1650, huntingtonbeachartcenter.org |
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Noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; noon to 6 p.m. Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Saturday,
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Huntington Beach Art Center
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6/2–9/29
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Sandow Birk, Elyse Pignolet, Amy Caterina, and Kaz Oshiro are among the artists in this show, turning everyday objects into something new with unique materials. $5 to $7; free for children younger than 12. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org |
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11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; until 9 p.m. Thursday,
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Laguna Art Museum
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6/2–5/18
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The Los Angeles artist transforms a gallery into an undersea world, using craft and fine-art techniques to re-create the kelp beds, coral, and other forms of sea life found in the waters off Laguna Beach. $5 to $7; free for children younger than 12. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org |
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11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; until 9 p.m. Thursday; closed Wednesday,
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Laguna Art Museum
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6/3–6/30
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The painter displays her new works in this solo show. Free. 106 W. Wilshire Ave., Fullerton, 714-869-3577, tranquiltealounge.com |
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9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday,
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Tranquil Tea Lounge
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6/3–9/15
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(Ongoing event) Kids can explore a giant Lego-filled castle and build their own from the popular toy bricks at this exhibit. $12.95 to $15.95. 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-542-2823, discoverycube.org |
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Discovery Science Center
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6/4–7/14
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(Ongoing event) The exhibit celebrates the college's centennial by examining its role in Orange County. $1 to $4; free for children 5 and younger. 301 N. Pomona Ave., 714-738-6545, cityoffullerton.com |
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Noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; until 8 p.m. Thursday,
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Fullerton Museum Center
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6/4–9/15
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(Ongoing event) Treasures amassed by the powerful Renaissance-era Italian family are on display in this show. $13 to $17; free for children younger than 12. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org |
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday,
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Bowers Museum
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6/4–7/14
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(Ongoing event) The artist's installation exploring the quinceanera and its role in a young Latina's life is based on her dialogues with residents and business owners in Santa Ana. Free. 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, 714-567-7233, grandcentralartcenter.com |
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11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; until 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday,
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Grand Central Art Center
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6/5–6/30
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(Ongoing event) Figurative paintings by Belgian-born artist Anja Van Herle and vibrant abstracts by Spain's Alberto Murillo are on display. Free. 326 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-510-5481, joanneartmangallery.com |
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11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday,
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JoAnne Artman Gallery
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6/7–6/30
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(Ongoing event) The musical revue is built around the songs of the Belgian cabaret singer-songwriter. Call for ticket prices. 661 Hamilton St., 949-650-5269, costamesaplayhouse.org |
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8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday,
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Costa Mesa Playhouse
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6/8–7/8
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Works by Christina Empedocles, Dave Lefner, and Robert Townsend that depict everyday objects are featured in this show, which was conceived as an homage to the 1962 Pasadena Art Museum exhibit "New Paintings of Common Objects." Free. 2859 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, 949-723-3406, scapesite.com |
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SCAPE
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6/8–9/1
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More than 200 objects, ranging from porcelain serving pieces to decorated eggs to enamels, are on display in this exhibit that traces the years from Peter the Great to Nicholas II. $10 to $15; free for children younger than 12. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org |
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday,
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Bowers Museum
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6/11–6/23
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The sharp-witted nun of the "Late Nite Catechism" series is played by creator Maripat Donovan in this new show that pokes fun at all the sins of Sin City. $35 to $65. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, x. 229, lagunaplayhouse.com |
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8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday,
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Laguna Playhouse
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6/14–8/4
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The cult classic film about a couple that turns to murder to fund their dreams of owning a restaurant is turned into a musical. $23 to $25. 400 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, |
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8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday,
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Stages Theatre
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6/15–7/14
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New works by illustrator and graphic designer Juan Tocayo, inspired by his childhood comic books, cartoons, and other pop culture elements, are on display. Free. The Lab, 2930 Bristol St., #A104, Costa Mesa, 949-300-7118, asissued.com |
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7 to 10 p.m. June 15; call for regular hours,
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As Issued
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6/16–6/23
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The music of Handel is featured in the 33rd annual festival, which consists of five intimate concerts preceded by brass music played outdoors and followed by wine-and-water receptions. $20 to $45. Concerts take place at St. Mark Presbyterian Church (2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach), Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church (3233 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar), Sherman Library & Gardens (2645 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar), and Newport Harbor Lutheran Church (798 Dover Drive, Newport Beach), 949-760-7887, bmf-cdm.org |
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Locations vary
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6/19–6/23
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Anton Chekhov's widow, Olga Knipper, reflects on life in and out of the theater in this historical play that is part of the Studio SCR series, and a coproduction with Center Theatre Group and La Jolla Playhouse. $25 to $35. 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-5555, scr.org |
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South Coast Repertory
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6/19
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If you're looking for a summer beach read, come to this event, where representatives from Penguin and Random House publishing companies discuss their current books. 1200 S. Coast Highway, 949-494-4779, lagunabeachbooks.com |
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6 p.m.,
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Laguna Beach Books
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6/19–9/19
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Drawings, pastels, etchings, and paintings created by California artists between the 1920s and 1940s are on display. $5; free for children, students, and seniors age 60 or older. 18881 Von Karman Ave., Suite 100, Irvine, 949-476-0294, irvinemuseum.org |
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11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday,
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The Irvine Museum
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6/20–8/18
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Contemporary works by artists from Fullerton and its South Korean sister city are on display. Free. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org |
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Noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; until 9 p.m. Thursday,
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center
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6/20
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It's an evening of ska at this OC Parks outdoor summer concert, part of KROQ-FM's ROQ 'N' Surf summer series. Free. 3300 State College Blvd., Fullerton, 714-973-3180, ocparks.com |
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6 p.m.,
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Craig Regional Park
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6/22
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Get down and dirty at the 5K that features obstacles, hills, and lots of mud; the event includes Dirty Dodgeball, a kids' race, a beer garden, and an action sports and eco fair. Check the website for entry fees. 5305 Santiago Canyon Road, Silverado, irvinelakemudrun.com |
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9 a.m.,
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Oak Canyon Park
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6/22
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Works by artists from Salt Fine Art, Sue Greenwood Fine Art, and The George Gallery are for sale in this benefit for the youth programs at Ryman Arts. $25. 1492 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-715-5554, saltfineart.com |
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5 to 8 p.m.,
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Salt Fine Art
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6/22
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The celebrated comedian performs stand-up and sketches incorporating her classic characters in this show, which is followed by a brief question-and-answer session. $39 to $100. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org |
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7 p.m.,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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6/23
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The summer kickoff party includes art workshops, music, gallery tours, a children's area, and tacos for sale. Free. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org |
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Noon to 4 p.m.,
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center
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6/23
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3 p.m.,
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Huntington Beach Art Center
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6/23
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Scaggs performs songs from his new, and biographical, album in this concert. $39 to $89. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org |
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7 p.m.,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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6/25–6/30
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Based on the Steven Spielberg film, the musical tells the life story of conman Frank Abagnale Jr. $20 to $92.50. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-556-2787, scfta.org |
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7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday,
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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6/27
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The ensemble plays songs from its "Music Without Borders" CD to close out the Muckenthaler's Jazz Festival. $20 in advance; $25 at the show. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org |
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7:30 p.m.,
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Muckenthaler Cultural Center
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6/27
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The indie rock bands perform in the OC Parks outdoor summer concert series. Free. 18712 University Drive, Irvine, 949-923-2220, ocparks.com |
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6 p.m.,
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Mason Regional Park
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6/29
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Tour the galleries after the museum closes and attend a lecture on the Medici exhibit. $25. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org |
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5 to 9 p.m.,
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Bowers Museum
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6/29–6/30
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The event formerly known as the Victoria World Championship of Skimboarding brings international wave riders to our shore for the 37th year. Free. 31131 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949-923-2280, thevic.victoriaskimboards.com |
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8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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Aliso Beach Park
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6/29–9/7
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More than 10 artists from around the world create murals on three walls of the art center for this show. Free. 14321 Yale Ave., 949-724-6880, irvinefinearts.org |
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10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday,
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Irvine Fine Arts Center
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6/30
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Loyola Marymount University professor Wojciech Kocyan and music historian Maja Trochimczyk discuss the life of the 19th century Polish pianist/composer. Advance reservations needed. $10. 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714-567-3600, bowers.org |
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1:30 p.m.,
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Bowers Museum
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