![]() Production nearly defies description, but I’ll try. Of the most unique art and theater presentations on earth: The Pageant of the Masters. ![]() But it is the art that keeps people coming back each summer with Tide pool exploring, bird watching and just enjoying the refreshing coastal Gentle ocean breezes combine with some of the cleanestīeaches, water and air on the coast to make the area a magnet for water-play, A year-round destination, Laguna shines brightest in Nearly a century, as well as the sparkling jewel of Southern California’s own She grew up bilingual in German and conversational in French.Laguna Beach has been an exclusive haven for the arts for She frequents Mammoth Lakes and Mountain for hiking, biking & skiing and for her dogs to frolic in the snow and lakes. She runs, stand-up paddles and skis - both alpine and x-country. Erika’s passionate about animals and outdoor adventure. ![]() She’s often written about Saddleback Church and Pastor Rick Warren’s emerging national and global roles. Since joining the Register in 2001, she’s at times covered every city in South Orange County delving into development, housing, transportation, county government and social issues. ![]() Her monthly Everyday Hero feature does just that, highlighting achievements of some of Orange County’s most dedicated volunteers and non-profit leaders. Journalism allows Erika’s penchant for telling human stories of conflict, struggle and joy. Erika’s covered military change of command and seen military affairs firsthand from the sea aboard a battleship, air from a MV-22 Osprey, and land including Pendleton’s International war games and San Clemente Island’s ordnance ranges. She’s won many awards including first place in news (2016) by the Orange County Press Club for her coverage of record numbers of whale entanglements off the California coast. She explores everything from coastal access, environmental issues and marine life to city government, animal welfare and quality of life. There was also a photo booth, proclamations to two of the longest-exhibiting artists, and a special cupcake birthday salute.Įrika Ritchie reports on South Orange County coastal communities, military issues and Camp Pendleton for the OC Register. The Stray Cats sold more than 10 million albums, garnered 23 gold and platinum-certified records, and were among the early music-video pioneers of MTV. A proclamation from the city was also presented.Įvents included a live concert with Lee Rocker, a founding member of the Grammy-nominated music group, the Stray Cats. On Saturday, local dignitaries, including Laguna Beach Mayor Sue Kempf and Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, attended the ceremonies to commemorate the milestone. Our goal is to make art accessible and approachable to all.” “I think the summer festival also reinforces the notion that the Laguna Beach community is a serious supporter of the arts. “Participation in the summer fine art exhibit has given many aspiring artists ‘a start’ while providing established artists a place to showcase their work and access to over 200,000 summer visitors,” said David Perry, festival board chair. The festival has also done its share to contribute not only to Laguna’s art scene but also the county as a whole.
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