Lido Marina is hosting a Fourth Fridays: Vintage Market on the Lido Deck. On Friday, October 22^nd, come join in all the fun and shopping on the Lido Deck.  There will be a wide variety of hand-picked vintage items from around the world, including handbags, jewelry, shoes, clothing and much more. There will be live music throughout the afternoon and popsicles will be available from Mom and Pop Shop. The sale begins at noon and continues until 5pm.  Lido Marina Village is located at 3420 Via Oporto in Newport Beach. For more information, see their website at: https://www.lidomarinavillage.com/calendar.

Laguna Beach is just south of Newport Beach in Orange County, California.  The population of Laguna Beach is approximately 23,000 residents. The city sits 50 miles south of the Los Angeles and 73 miles north of San Diego, giving it an ideal location. Located at 20321 Sun Valley Drive, this 1,300 square foot home is part of The Canyon development. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home was built in 1956.  This single level home has double front doors, a brick fireplace, and French doors. The brightly lit kitchen has updated cabinets and open shelving. This home sits on an 11,500 square foot piece of property, with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy drought tolerant landscaping. The Canyon is at the top of Laguna Beach just of Highway 18. Residents are just steps away from the Laguna Nature Preserve. Laguna Arts Festival is just down Laguna Canyon Road.  Beaches are just a ten-minute drive away. 

Lido Isle is situated in Newport Harbor in the city of Newport Beach. There are approximately 850 homes on Lido Isle, mostly with a Mediterranean architectural style. Located at 215 Via Genoa, this 2,900 square foot home has five bedrooms and four bathrooms.  The home is built around a sun filled courtyard. This home was built in 1953. The home features a detached studio and guest house, with a kitchenette, bathroom, and private entrance. This home sits on a 3,400 square foot piece of property, which is street to street.  Homeowners are just steps away from the bay. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are a clubhouse, tennis courts, private beach and security. 

The Sherman Library and Garden is hosting a Bonsai Show on Sunday, September 5^th. The show will begin at 10:30am and continue until 4pm. The Orange Empire Bonsai Society will teach guests about the art of bonsai. This show will feature members’ trees which will are good examples of the art of dwarfing and reshaping trees. In addition, on Saturday, September 4^th from 9am to 11:30am, there will be a Bonsai Class Workshop. The cost of the class is $100 for members and $120 for non-members. The class will be taught Debra Mauzy-Melitz from the Orange County Bonsai Society. She will focus on the culture and technique of Kusamono Display.   For more information, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/event/bonsai-show/. 

Shady Canyon is a group of three luxury developments in the Turtle Rock Village of the City of Irvine. This 800-acre community has a Shady Canyon Country Club and Golf Course, 400 residents, and dedicated green space. Located at 35 Salt Bush, this 9,400 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom Community. This five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home was built in 2007. There are wonderful views of the city night lights, surrounding hillsides and both Shady Canyon and Strawberry Farms Golf Courses.This home sits on a large 24,000 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac and corner lot setting. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a koi pond and a front yard courtyard. Shady Canyon is a 24-hour guard gated community. Among the many amenities offered in Shady Canyon are tennis courts, swimming pool, security, and trails. 

Lido Isle is part of the Newport Beach. This island community is home to 850 homes. This residential only island also has a yacht club. Located at 120 Via Waziers, this 4,100 square foot home has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. This home was built in 2011 and was designed by Robert Hidey Architects. Since this is a strata-to-strata property, the home features two entry foyers one on each street. The gourmet kitchen has private caterers’ access, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances and wine cooler.This home sits on a 4,600 square foot piece of property, within walking distance to the clubhouse. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy two loggias, al fresco dining area and fireplace. This is a large size lot for Lido Isle. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are a clubhouse, private beach, tennis courts and security.

Roger’s Gardens is hosting a Monthly Gardening Checklist of Tips and Tasks with Suzanne Hetrick. This workshop is offered both as in-person and as a live stream. The class will take place on August 7^th at 9:30am. Let Roger’s Gardens horticulture experts help you be successful in your garden. As part of this workshop, horticulturist, Suzanne Hetrick, will have examples of the best seasonal plants, edibles, and seeds. There will be monthly pruning tips for trees and shrubs. Finally, she will touch on soil amendments and pest management. There will be a question-and-answer session. For more information or to register for this class, see their website at: https://www.rogersgardens.com/blogs/events/monthly-gardening-checklist-of-tips-tasks-with-suzanne-hetrick.

Corona del Mar is a part of the city of Newport Beach and encompasses all the land on the seaside of the San Joaquin Hills and south Avocado Avenue to the city limits. Corona del Mar well known for its sandy beaches, tide pools and cliff side views. Located at 445 Isabella Terrace, this 7,500 square foot home is part of the Corona Highlands development. This six-bedroom, nine-bathroom home was built in 2007. Attention to detail can be seen in the use of custom fixtures, hand carved Stone columns, and hand carved wood burning fireplace. The home features a chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, sound system throughout the house and a ten-car garage.  There are wonderful views of Pacific Ocean, surrounding hills and canyons, Catalina Island, and the Pelican Hill Gold Courses. This home sits on a large 11,700 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy an infinity edge swimming pool, spa, outdoor bathroom and shower, basketball court and Pickleball court. Residents have direct access to the private Shorecliff beach. 

Lido Isle is part of Newport Beach and in Newport Harbor. Lido Isle has approximately 850 homes. This Mediterranean styled isle is one of the oldest master planned communities in California. Locates at 365 Via Lido Soud, this 3,500 square foot home has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. This custom home is set to be built in 2021 and finished with the homeowners’ requests. The home will have a rooftop deck, elevator, and bunk room. The home has 35 feet of bay frontage. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a covered patio, just steps from the sandy beach. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are tennis courts, security, a clubhouse, and a private beach.

The Sherman Gardens and Library is having a family tour of “Where the Wild Things Are.” The tour in on July 3^rd from 11am to 12noon. Sherman Gardens has a variety of wildlife living in the garden attracted by the plants and “creature friendly environment.” Sherman Garden Horticulturist, Ingrid Cebula and Garden Educator Marjorie Rhodes will take tour participants on a hunt for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds through the garden. This one-hour tour will teach participants about the special areas, plants, and environments. The tour is free with admission. Pre-registration is required. For more information, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/event/family-tour-where-the-wild-things-are/. 

Laguna Beach is just south of Newport Beach in Orange County. There are three large scale art festivals each year, weekly art gallery walks, and over 180 artists in residence. The population of Laguna Beach is approximately 23,000 residents. Located at 2800 Ocean Front, this 6,000 square foot home is part of the Victoria Beach community. This eight-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was built in 1963. Attention to detail can be seen in the use of window walls, custom tile work and high-volume ceilings. This home and property have views of the Pacific Ocean, coastline, Catalina Island, and stunning evening sunsets.This home sits on a 9.500 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting.Victoria Beach is in the South Laguna Area. Residents can walk to Victoria Beach, Montage Resort and local dining and shopping. 

Lido Isle is a residential island in Newport Harbor, with a yacht club. There are approximately 850 homes on the island. Located at 601 Lido Park Drive, units 5C and 5D, is a 3,800 square foot condo in the Lido Park 601 community. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 1972. This one level unit is a double size unit has wood flooring, custom tile flooring and marble accents. The chef’s kitchen features a large center island, a farmhouse sink and stainless steel appliances. The living room has 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, white water, and evening sunsets. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are tennis courts, private beach, clubhouse, and security. Lido Building 601 is ten stories with 54 units. The building is nicknamed “The Elegant Lady.” The building has a 24-hour door person, swimming pool, fitness center, spa, and outdoor entertaining area. 

Sherman Gardens and Library is hosting a virtual lectures series.  On Thursday, June 10^th, Teresa Sabankaya will be speaking on posies. “A Posy for You! Creating Modern Floral Sentiment with the Language of Flowers,” will focus on how the historical language of flowers can be used to make a posy. Posies are created to convey a message such as friendship, love or happiness. The online lecture will have a step-by-step demonstration for making posies. The workshop/lecture will begin at 2pm. For more information or to register for this class, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/virtual-lecture-series/. 

Laguna Beach is an Orange County city which is situated just south of Newport Beach. The city has over seven miles of sandy beaches, canyons and coastal hills. Located at 31321 Ceanothus Drive, this 3,500 square foot home is part of the Coast Royal community. This three-bedroom, five-bathroom home was built in 1983. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, glass fireplace and Sonos surround sound system. There are beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, whitewater, Catalina Island, city night lights and evening sunsets. This home sits on a 4,200 square foot piece of property. There are view decks and mature landscaping outdoors. Coast Royal is in the South Laguna Area in the hills above Aliso Beach Park. Residents are within walking distance to local beaches.

Lido Isle is a residential only island in Newport Bay. This island has approximately 850 homes with mainly Mediterranean and Cope Cod architectural styles. Located at 318 Via Lido Soud, this 2,700 square foot home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. This home was built in 2008. There are panoramic views of the Back Bay, Pacific Ocean, white water, city night lights and colorful sunsets.The home sits on a 4,400 square foot piece of property, with a corner lot setting. This is a large lot for Lido Isle.Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a swimming pool, spa and translucent walk-over bridge. Among the many amenities, offered on Lido Isle are a dock, clubhouse, private beach and tennis courts. 

The 15^th Annual Newport Beach Restaurant Week is being held April 19^th through May 2^nd. You still have a couple of day to take advantage of the all the delicious specials that are being offered and to support your local restaurants. There will be prix-fixe menus, specialty dishes, exclusives offers and take-out options this year. All ten Newport Beach neighborhoods have restaurants that are participating in restaurant week.  For more information, to see a full list of restaurants or specials being offered, see their website at: https://www.visitnewportbeach.com/restaurant-week/.

Newport Beach is one of the oldest beach front cities in Orange County, being incorporated in 1906. Newport Beach is home to Newport Harbor, Newport Bay, Balboa Peninsula, Corona del Mar and Newport Coast. Located at 11 Harbor Island, this 2,500 square foot home is part of the Harbor Island community. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 1950. There are wonderful views of the Newport Beach coastline, Newport Bay, city night lights and stunning evening sunsets This home sits on an 8,200 square foot piece of property. This home has 50 feet of water frontage and a private boat slip for a 57-foot yacht. Harbor Island is a 24-hour guard gated community in Lower Newport Bay.There are just 30 waterfront homes on Harbor Island. 

Lido Isleis in Newport Bay and is part of the city of Newport Beach.There are approximately 850 homes on Lido Isle. Located at 412 Via Lido Soud, this 4,500 square foot home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms. This home was built in 1996. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, multiple skylights and fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, two sinks and butler’s pantry. The home has views of Newport bay, city night lights and the evening sunsets.This home sits on a 5,200 square foot piece of property with a corner setting, which is large for Lido isle. Outside, homeowners will enjoy a view roof top deck. The homeowner’s association offers many amenities including a boat dock, clubhouse and tennis courts. 

The Newport Beach Public Library is hosting a Virtual Poetry Party. April is National Poetry Month, so the library is hosting the Second Annual Poetry Party. The party is open from April 1^st to April 30^th. Children from three to twelve are invited to submit an original poem in one of the following forms: photos, documents and audio recordings. All submissions will be shared on the Poetry Party web page for everyone to enjoy. For more information, see their website at: https://www.newportbeachlibrary.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/65983/11906?curm=4&cury=2021.

Shady Canyon is a group of three exclusive communities: Masters Collection, Sycamore and Villas of Shady Canyon. This 800-acre community has 400 homes, approximately 1,000 residents and a country club and golf course. Located at 93 Canyon Creek, this 9,300 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom home community. This six-bedroom, nine-bathroom home was built in 2008. Attention to detail can be seen in use of pocket doors, high volume ceilings and main floor master suite. The home features a full gym, ten seat movie theater and mini salon.  This home sits on a large 24,000 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy swimming pool, spa, dual sided fireplace, fire pit and barbeque island. Shady Canyon is a 24-hour guard gated community. 

Lido Isle is an island in Newport Harbor.  There are 850 homes on Lido Isle with mainly Mediterranean and Cape Cod architectural styles. Located at 125 Via Koron, this 3,900 square foot home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms. This home was built in 2018 and designed by William Guidero. Outside the home, there is a variety of materials used: copper piping, shingle roof and washed brick. Inside, attention can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, accordion doors and fireplace. The kitchen features paneled appliances, Shaker cabinets and island. The home has views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, city night lights and evening sunsets. This home sits on a 3,900 square foot piece of property, which is 45 foot wide. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are a clubhouse, tennis courts and a private beach.

Balboa Island is a wonderful place for a stroll, sailboat watching and renting a boat for a day. There are many choices for sight-seeing boat adventures and daily excursions. Newport Harbor hosts many marine events every year including the Ensenada International Yacht Race. While you are enjoying the harbor, there many dining options for both casual dining and fine dining. The harbor area has volleyball courts, picnic tables and fishing docks. There is access to the beach, as well. For more information about this area, see their website at: https://www.visitnewportbeach.com/things-to-do/newport-harbor/.

Shady Canyon is part of the Turtle Rock section of the city of Irvine. Shady Canyon is 800 acres with approximately 400 homes and a golf course and is surrounded by an additional 16,000 acres of natural sanctuary.  Located at 70 Golden Eagle, this 8,200 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Customcommunity.This seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was built in 2007. The chef’s kitchen features professional grade appliances, a six-burner stove and a center island. The home and property have panoramic views of the golf course, surrounding mountains and city night light views. This home sits on a very large 41,000 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a barbeque area, putting green, swimming pools and mature landscaping with fruit trees. The park is within walking distance. Both the Irvine Spectrum Center and South Coast Plaza are within a short driving distance. 

Lido Isle is a residential only island in Newport Harbor. Lido Isle has approximately 850 homes. Located at 845 Via Lido Nord, this four-bedroom, five-bathroom home was built in 1997. This 4,300 square foot home has an open floor plan and is filled with natural light. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, grand entry and four fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen features natural stone counter tops, dual sinks, center island and walk-in pantry. This home sits on a 4,700 square foot piece of property, which is large for Lido Isle.Lido Isle has many amenities include a private beach, clubhouse, tennis courts and security. Lido Isle is connected to Newport Beach by a bridge or ferry.

The Lido Marina Village and Cannery Village is open and ready for visitors. Lido Marina Village has the perfect backdrop and features al fresco dining, shopping and sightseeing. Cannery Village is features old warehouses and working docks with restaurants and fish mongers to purchase the daily catch. Both Villages are part of the dock and dine program. Lido Theater is located here as well, which has been hosting the Newport Beach Film Festival since 1938. On Wednesday afternoons, the Farmers Market is open from noon to 5pm with a large selection of fruits, vegetables and local treats. For more information about Lido Marina Village and Cannery Village, see their website at: https://www.lidomarinavillage.com/.

Costa Mesa an Orange County city surrounded by Huntington Beach, Irvine and Newport Beach. Costa Mesa was incorporated in 1953 and has a population of approximately 110,000 residents. Located at 1833 Peninsula Place, this 2,400 square foot home is part of the California Seabreezeneighborhood in Southwest Costa Mesa. This five-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 1990. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, travertine floors and wood floors. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops. This home sits on a 3,500 square foot piece of property. California Seabreeze is just a bike ride away from the beach. There are many parks in the area including Fairview Park and Talbert Regional Nature Preserve. 

Lido Isle is a residential only island with 850 homes and a yacht club. Lido Isle is one of California’s very first master planned communities, having been begun in the 1920’s. Located at 124 Via Havre, this 4,300 square foot home has four bedrooms and six bathrooms. This home was built in 2020. Attention to detail can be seen in the marble fireplace, high volume ceilings and French white oak flooring.  The chef’s kitchen features Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf appliances and pocket doors. This home sits on a 3,900 square foot piece of property, which is 45-foot-wide lot. The rooftop deck is a wonderful place to relax in the sunshine, with views of Pacific Ocean and city night lights.

The Newport Beach Library is hosting Sunday Musicale again. On Sunday, January 10^th, 2021 the performer will be Hun Lee. This is a completely online event; the library is bringing music to your home. Hun Lee is a pianist, after a stroke in 2012, he performs concerts playing only with his left hand. He holds a doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Cincinnati. The event begins at 9am and continues to 10am. For more information, see their website at: https://www.newportbeachlibrary.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/65075/11906?curm=1&cury=2021.

Costa Mesa is an Orange County city surrounded by Huntington Beach, Irvine and Newport Beach. Costa Mesa is a 16 square mile city, which is just one mile from the Pacific Ocean, at its southern tip. Located at 3434 Timber, Unit #50, this 1,300 square foot home is part of theVillage Creek development in theSouth Coast Metro area. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home was built in 1976. Attention to detail can be seen in the vaulted ceilings, new Anderson windows and wet bar. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, granite counters and stainless-steel appliances. The townhouse has an attached two car garage. This townhouse unit is located on a cul-de-sac, which is very close to the clubhouse. Homeowners will have a private patio on the creek with gazebo views.Village Creek has many amenities including a swimming pool, spa, clubhouse, tennis courts and sports court. The well-maintained grounds have a stream, waterfalls, ponds, gazebo and green space. 

Lido Isle is a residential only island in Newport Harbor with approximately 850 homes and a yacht club.Lido Isle is modeled on a Mediterranean Island, having its beginning dating back to the 1920’s. Located at 107 Via Lido Soud, this 5,400 square foot home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms. This home was built in 1972. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and custom cabinetry. The oversized glass doors take full advantage of the bay views.This home sits on a 5,700 square foot piece of property. The property has a 100-foot dock and 65 foot of bay side frontage. Also, outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a patio with a barbeque area and spa. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are tennis courts, private beach, clubhouse and security.