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Celebrating the Gentlemen!

OK, GENTLEMEN. This month, we present our Men’s Issue, celebrating all things masculine.

Of course, there’s Father’s Day on June 16—but there are so many more reasons why it’s great to be a guy this month.

With the summer season underway, the long, sunny days can be filled with backyard cookouts, baseball games, camping trips, fishing excursions, and so much more.

To gather information for this issue, we looked to some local icons from different walks of life: hometown heroes of Laguna Niguel! Fact is, we live among some world-renowned individuals, and we’d like to shine a spotlight on a few them. Namely, a NASA scientist, an NFL athlete, an international businessman, and a decorated soldier. You might recognize a few of these guys from around town! ​Booking a vacation this summer? Check out our guide to summer in beautiful Vail,

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2019

FEATURES 12 Hammer & Nails OC’s First Full-Service Grooming Shop for Men

16 Hometown Heroes 24 Escape to Summer in Vail A Family Vacation in the Rocky Mountains is a Great Reset for the Soul

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30 On My Bookshelf Scott McCourtney’s Recommended Reads for Summer

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CHOC MISSION NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES CHOC Children’s has named longtime pediatric nurse Bronwyn Stackleather as director of patient care services for CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital (CHOC Mission), the only children’s hospital for families in south Orange County. In her new role, Bronwyn will collaborate with physician leaders and other clinical and administrative

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The Signature Gallery, 220 Forest Ave., Laguna Beach. Refreshments and live music.

STONEFIRE GRILL OPENS NEWEST LOCATION IN LAGUNA NIGUEL Stonefire Grill is officially open in Laguna Niguel. Founded in 2000, this popular restaurant now has 13 locations in Southern California. The menu includes salads, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, grilled meats, family meals and great desserts.

Much more than food, Stonefire is a part of the community in the truest sense. As a company with values based on loyalty, teamwork and mutual support, each Stonefire team, as well as the entire Stonefire family, actively seeks opportunities to support those around them. Stonefire Grill is located at 27430 La Paz Road. For more information, visit StonefireGrill.com.

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LOCALLY OWNED

PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER

HAMMER & NAILS OC’S FIRST FULL-SERVICE GROOMING SHOP FOR MEN

WHEN YOU VISIT HAMMER & NAILS IN LAGUNA

NIGUEL'S

OCEAN

over-sized custom leather chairs, each with its own large-screen TV

VILLAGE, A MOST DIFFICULT DECISION

along and set of Bose noise-canceling headphones to enjoy the big

INVOLVES WHICH CABLE PROGRAM TO

game or program of your choice—all in the tranquil, dimly lit refuge that

WATCH OR WHAT PREMIUM BEVERAGE

you will not want to leave. This is where you may appreciate a variety of

TO ENJOY WHILE RECEIVING YOUR

exceptional male-centric MANicures and pedicures that are only avail-

SERVICES.

able at Hammer & Nails. The famous Signature MANicure/Pedicure

Upon arrival, you will first notice the cus-

includes a rosemary/eucalyptus scrub. Premium services are also

tom-crafted ‘57 Chevy lighted door panel

available such as the Grooming Club favorites: Jack-Hammer or Hops

floating on the natural wood wall. Your

& Cedar pedicures. Your hands and feet will never look or feel better.

eyes will then be drawn the larger-than-life

After enjoying your hand and foot grooming service, you are then

graphic of sparks exploding from the ham-

escorted to visit the Cut & Shave area where you are taken back to

mer as it impacts the steel beneath it. While

the days of the classic barbershop, complete with traditional pol-

you are still taking in the rugged, slightly

ished chrome and black-leather barber chairs. Each chair comes

weathered corrugated steel wall behind

with a personal shampoo station, and again, your own private TV

the reception counter, you are greeted with

to enjoy along with your favorite quality beverage.

a warm smile and offered your choice of a

With Hammer & Nails shops opening across the county, this

premium complimentary beverage includ-

first location in Orange County is owned and operated by Michael

ing Ketel One Vodka, Macallen, Crown

and Beverly Shepherd.

Royal, craft beer, wine or a soft drink.

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In this room, you are immediately immersed into male nirvana with

RANCH

As it turns out, Mike had the uncomfortable experiences many of

You are then treated to a personal tour

us do; the only choice for getting his manicure or pedicure was to

of the shop starting with the Signature

join Beverly on her visit to the typical women’s nail salon. Together,

Hand & Foot Grooming room, your quies-

they dreamed of a similar men's salon concept. Then, one day in

cence man cave that was the inspiration of

2017, they saw the episode on Shark Tank featuring Michael Elliott’s

founder Michael Elliott as featured on the hit

vision. After a quick internet search and phone call, they met with

ABC TV program Shark Tank.

Elliott and his executive team in L.A.

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Hammer & Nails was founded in 2013 with the vision to provide premium hand and foot care, haircuts and shaves to every guy in man cave nirvana. The brand has awarded licenses for nearly 300 shops and is working to have 250 locations open and operating by 2022. To learn more about the brand, service offerings and locations, visit HammerAndNailsGrooming.com.

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Hometown Heroes WE ALL AGREE LAGUNA NIGUEL IS A SPECIAL PLACE AND WE’RE EXTREMELY LUCKY TO LIVE HERE. But our community’s appeal runs much deeper than simply location, climate. and low crime rate. It’s the people that make this area so special! In this issue, we’d like to highlight a few of our most notable citizens, a few hometown heroes. While each has achieved tremendous success in his respective field, they are all philanthropists, generously giving back time and resources to the Laguna Niguel community that we all love! Meet the scientist, the athlete, the businessman and the soldier—four true leaders among us.

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T H E S C I E N T I S T St e v e Pe t illi After growing up in New York and attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Steve Petilli was recruited by the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) and moved to Pasadena in 1990. There, he developed computer chips for the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence program (SETI) and later designed a communication chip used inside the Mars Sojourner Rover, the first to land on Mars. He left JPL to co-found his first startup developing high-speed video chipsets. It was acquired by Broadcom in 2000. He then co-founded a company that developed “VZ Navigator,” launched by Verizon Wireless in 2005. They were the first to utilize GPS in cell phones for voice-announced turn-by-turn navigation. Steve’s company was purchased in 2009. Since then, he has been an angel investor and now a venture partner. He guides technical startups in collaboration with UC Irvine’s innovation center and serves on two company boards.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN THE AREA?

children all attended St. Anne School and partici-

I moved to Laguna Niguel with my family in

pated in the vibrant community. With easy access

2001. My youngest two children were born in

to the beach, wonderful restaurants and the

Orange County. My wife, Linda, and I and our

history of nearby San Juan Capistrano, Laguna

three boys moved to San Juan Capistrano in 2011

Niguel residents are centrally situated.

where we live now.

ANY FAVORITE RESTAURANTS WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE? After

my

company

was

OR ACTIVITIES? purchased

by

We love to walk with our two dogs and bike

Broadcom, I continued to commute from

ride as a family. I enjoy raising chickens in my

Pasadena for a couple of years until the drive

backyard. Our favorite restaurant is Dana Kai. The

became overwhelming. When choosing where to

Daniel Roll is delicious!

locate my second startup, we decided on Orange County. I saw the beauty of Laguna Niguel and

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT

purchased a home in Bear Brand Ranch.

AND/OR SPORTS TEAM? We are diehard Angels fans and love attend-

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE

ing the games. Our son Michael is a student

LAGUNA NIGUEL LIFESTYLE?

manager for the JSerra high school baseball

Laguna Niguel is a combination of the best that

team, and I enjoy attending the varsity games

Southern California has to offer. It is a safe, clean

at JSerra. I also enjoy playing golf with my

and beautiful community for raising a family. Our

youngest son, Daniel.

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T H E A T H L E T E St e v e Beuer lein Steve Beuerlein is a former NFL quarterback and currently an NFL and college football analyst for CBS. He attended Notre Dame and was drafted by the Los Angeles Raiders in 1987. After two years with the Raiders, Steve was traded to the Dallas Cowboys and was part of the Cowboys’ Super Bowl XXVII victory. He later played for the Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos during his 17-year NFL career. Steve’s 36 touchdown passes were second only to Kurt Warner in the NFL in 1999. That same year, his 4,436 passing yards led the league, as did his 343 completions.

Today, Steve is a licensed commercial insurance broker at Marsh Insurance Services, an analyst for CBS Sports and a motivational speaker. At Marsh, he handles all aspects of risk management for his clients. As the largest commercial insurance broker in the world, Marsh’s clients are generally middle market up to Fortune 100 companies. Marsh.com

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN THE AREA? Grew up in OC (Fullerton) but after college lived a lot of places. I moved back to South OC in July

available, but we are kind of under the radar.

Laguna Niguel is also very family- and communityoriented, which I love!

2011 and have been in the Dana Point/Laguna Niguel area since then.

ANY FAVORITE RESTAURANTS OR ACTIVITIES?

WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE?

My favorite local restaurants are Zen Sushi,

After my NFL career, I always felt that I would like to

Salt Creek Grill and Ballpark Pizza. Also, JFATs,

come “home” at some point. As my oldest was going

Waterman’s Harbor, Stillwater and Trevors. My

into high school, we kind of had an “it’s now or never”

favorite activities include golfing at El Niguel

moment, so we decided to make the move! We were

Country Club, Monarch Links and Mission Viejo

living in Charlotte, North Carolina, and it was a tough

Country Club. Of course, deep sea fishing at Dana

call, but we have not looked back!

Wharf is a blast, as is working out at The Camp Transformation Center.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE LAGUNA NIGUEL LIFESTYLE? Compared to a lot of areas in South Orange County, it is very simple and unpretentious! You have all of the amenities of the iconic beach cities

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT AND/OR SPORTS TEAM? My favorite sports are basketball, golf and football. Favorite teams? Of course, Notre Dame!

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T H E B U S I N E S S M A N Ca r l Nole t Jr .

Carl Nolet Jr. serves as president and CEO of Nolet Spirits U.S.A. The eldest son of current owner and chairman Carolus Nolet Sr., he and his brother Bob, executive vice president of Nolet Distillery, are the 11th generation of Nolets to join the family business.

Nolet Distillery crafts several brands including Ketel One Vodka, NOLET’S Finest Gins and the new Ketel One Botanical varietals.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN THE AREA? We moved to Laguna Niguel in the late ‘90s and based our Nolet Spirits U.S.A. North American headquarters in nearby Aliso Viejo.

WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE? The short answer is, from all my travels, I determined that this is simply the best place to live and work—but don’t tell anyone. Orange County has all of the economic pillars that provide an environment for our family business to be successful: access to a highly skilled workforce, close proximity to airport transportation, reliable law enforcement, fantastic health care options through Mission Hospital and its affiliates, world-class performance and arts center and much more. Who wouldn’t want to be here? Out of all the great surrounding communities, I like the Laguna Niguel area the best.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE LAGUNA NIGUEL LIFESTYLE? Laguna Niguel is a beautiful community that provides for an active family life, wonderful restaurants, sports and fantastic weather.

ANY FAVORITE RESTAURANTS OR ACTIVITIES? We are blessed to have many excellent restaurants in the area; so many that I cannot name a favorite. My favorite activities are playing soccer with the kids, golfing, tennis or simply going for a swim in the ocean.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT AND/OR SPORTS TEAM? As a Dutch citizen, it’s the Netherlands national football team, The Oranje, of course! I enjoy watching all sports in general including football, hockey, basketball, etc.

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Ja mes H . Her r er a , R e t ir ed Colonel , USMC Born in Quito, Ecuador, James Herrera grew up on the East Coast, served in the Marine Corps for more than 30 years and retired in July 2018. He is active in the local community: Board of Directors at St. Anne School, Board of Directors at the Illumination Foundation, ministry leadership at Mission Basilica, legionnaire of Post 281 and assistant scout master of Troop 872. James is an independent consultant, holds a masters’ in international affairs from The Catholic University of America and in strategic studies from the U.S. Army War College. James has been married to Dr. Heidi Herrera, M.D., for more than 25 years, and they have an 11-year-old son, Aragón.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN THE AREA? Since 2012. We have lived in Laguna Niguel

have a wonderful broader community in which our family flourishes.

for almost seven years.

ANY FAVORITE RESTAURANTS? WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE? My profession. I was assigned to MCB Camp

Jimmy’s Famous American Grill in Dana Point and Chaupain Bakery in Laguna Hills.

Pendleton. At the time, we were looking for a Catholic school for my son, and we found

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ANY FAVORITE ACTIVITIES?

St. Anne School, so we moved to Laguna

Being outdoors—hiking trails, biking, beach,

Niguel. Moreover, my wife is a pediatrician at

local parks. Reading—coffee shops, local

Coastal Kids, Laguna Niguel.

libraries and book stores.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT

LAGUNA NIGUEL LIFESTYLE?

AND/OR SPORTS TEAM?

Community-focused. We consider Laguna

Soccer and fencing. We like watching La

Niguel our “base of operations.” From this stun-

Liga (Barcelona FC) and being involved in my

ning and peaceful area, we can reach out to

son’s fencing training and saber tournaments at

assist those less fortunate. We are blessed to

Laguna Fencing Center.

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PHOTOGRAPHY JACK AFFLECK

Escape to Summer in A FAMILY VACATION IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS IS A GREAT RESET FOR THE SOUL

Vail

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ADVE NTURE EPIC DISCOVERY Vail Resorts’ Epic Discovery is an

+ LEARN-THROUGH-PLAY: Integrated with trails and activities all around the moun-

tain, these interpretive experiential elements provide hands-on information and activities about forest health, wildlife and the White River National Forest.

program

+ GAME CREEK ZIP LINE TOUR: The ultimate outdoor experience! This guided tour

that will bring a renewed appreciation

immerses you in the forest habitat with an array of zip lines and aerial bridges. Learn about

for the forest and the great outdoors. In

the mountain ecosystem while working your way through a variety of challenges!

interactive,

environmental

partnership with the U.S. Forest Service

+ FOREST FLYER: An alpine coaster that runs on raised rails, the Forest Flyer winds its

and Nature Conservancy, Vail’s Epic

way down the mountain, following the natural contours of the landscape through the forest.

Discovery encourages both kids and

It’s a blast for the entire family!

adults to “learn through play” via a wide variety of outdoor activities and interpretive programming. Its primary components include:

+ EXPANDED TRAIL SYSTEM: Lots of hiking and trails all across Vail Mountain. There is nothing like hiking in the Rocky Mountains to truly connect with the great outdoors.

Epic Discovery is designed to connect both kids and adults with national forests in an active, fun and engaging way. Try new outdoor activities, challenge yourself physically and create lasting family memories. EpicDiscovery.com

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HIKE WITH A LLAMA Want a truly unique adventure experience? Take a Llama to Lunch on extended hikes into the surrounding mountain valleys. Alpine views, waterfalls and wildflowers await you. More aggressive hiking to a spectacular Colorado peak or a high alpine ridge are great options. All hikes are designed with your unique interests and ability level in mind.

VAIL KIDS ADVENTURE GAMES: AUG. 7–11 The Kids Adventure Games will return to Vail for its 10th summer, offering kids ages 6–14 a race of a lifetime featuring river tubing, zip lines, cargo nets, obstacles, rappelling, mud pits, hiking, biking and more. The games are considered to be one of the coolest kids races on the planet. Featuring an obstacle-adventure course set in picturesque locations around the country, in teams of two, kids bike and trek a 3-plus-mile course while encountering both natural and manmade obstacles. In addition to the race, there is a Family Adventure Zone with interactive recreational activities put on by sponsors, including climbing walls, slack lines, cheer card stations and more.

Prior to the race, a skills clinic is offered by local experts giving participants the opportunity to learn skills necessary for the race and build confidence with their teammates.

VAIL NATURE CENTER A farmhouse perched between a mountain meadow and the forested bank of Gore Creek houses the Vail Nature Center. This 7-acre facility in the heart of Vail is a tranquil gem filled with easy walking trails, bird-watching and beautiful scenery. Enjoy bird walks, wildflower walks, beaver pond tours, and full and half-day backcountry hikes. Classes covering special topics such as nature art, stargazing, photography and fly fishing are available every week throughout the summer.

THE BETTY FORD ALPINE GARDENS Enjoy the highest botanical gardens in the world with a unique collection of alpine, sub-alpine and other mountain plants and flowers. Open from dawn to dusk daily through September with tours, children's programs and many other daily activities.

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CU LTU R E BRAVO! VAIL MUSIC FESTIVAL, JUNE 20–AUG. 4 Celebrating 32 years in the Vail Valley, the Bravo!

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA VIENNA – BERLIN, JUNE 20–23

Vail Music Festival is a hallmark cultural attraction in

Bravo! Vail is thrilled to present the North American debut of the Chamber

Colorado and truly a once-in-a-lifetime celebration!

Orchestra Vienna – Berlin, a unique collaboration of two of the world’s most presti-

The seven-week festival touts the highest quality

gious ensembles: the Vienna and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestras. Their residency

classical musicians in the world today.

features the phenomenal soloist, mentor and visionary virtuoso Anne-Sophie

Experience the Chamber Orchestra Vienna –

Mutter performing all five of Mozart’s violin concertos.

Berlin, a unique collaboration of two of the world’s most prestigious ensembles, in its North American debut and a revolutionary immersive production of Puccini’s Tosca with the Philadelphia Orchestra, the first staged opera in Bravo’s history.

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“MUTTER’S FAMED TECHNICAL PANACHE AND COMMAND OF COLOUR ARE AS BREATHTAKING AS EVER… ULTRA-SOPHISTICATED, ROMANTICALLY INCLINED.” –GRAMOPHONE ON MUTTER’S MOZART VIOLIN CONCERTOS

visitors. There are more than 23 miles of paved recreational path in Vail and nearly 200 miles of hiking

FACTS

FUN

01 Hiking is the No. 1 activity enjoyed by summer

trails in Eagle County.

02 The Vail Jazz Festival is celebrating its 25th sea-

son with performances throughout the summer.

03 The GoPro Mountain Games in June are the largest celebration of outdoor adventure sports in the country with more than 35 competitive events, including kayaking, mountain biking, rocking climbing and more.

04 With three music festivals, a season-long concert series and regular community performances, Vail offers live music nearly every night of the week in the summer.

05 With more than 343 miles of mountain bike

trails in town and many more beyond, Vail is the perfect place to hop on a bike and check out Mother Nature’s roller coaster.

06 Vail boasts more than 75 bars and restaurants.

And, with more than two dozen outdoor dining options, Vail’s temperate summer climate provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy a wonderful outdoor dining experience in the Rocky Mountain setting.

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PUCCINI’S TOSCA, JULY 11 AND 13, THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA Bravo! Vail’s debut opera production: Tosca.

The stars align in thrilling confluence for Puccini’s insanely popular opera, from its spine-tingling beginning to its tragic end. In this extraordinary outdoor setting and dramatic stage set, Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, one of the world’s most prominent opera conductors, leads an allstar international cast, two choruses and the exhilarating artistry of the Philadelphia Orchestra.

+ JUNE 20–23: Chamber Orchestra Vienna – Berlin + JUNE 28–JULY 4: Dallas Symphony Orchestra + JULY 5–13: The Philadelphia Orchestra + JULY 17–24: New York Philharmonic June 2019 | Laguna Niguel Lifestyle

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SUMMER IN VAIL

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OF SUMMER EVENTS

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+ Vail Beaver Creek Restaurant Week: May 24–31 + Vail Whitewater Races Series: Tuesdays, May 7– June 4 + Whistle Pig Vail Music Series: June – August + GoPro Mountain Games: June 6–9 + 47th Annual Vail "King of the Mountain" Volleyball Open: June 14–16 + Vail Farmers’ Market & Art Show: Sundays, June 16–Oct. 6 + Vail Craft Beer Classic & Rocky Mountain Burger Battle: June 20–23 + BRAVO! Vail Music Festival: June 20–Aug. 4 + Vail Arts Festival: June 21–23 + Vail Family Fun Fest: Saturdays, June 22–Aug. 3 + Vail Summer Bluegrass Series: June 26–July 17 + 25th Annual Vail Jazz Festival June 30–Sept. 2

Series: Fridays, July 12–Aug. 16

+ Vail Dance Festival: July 26–Aug. 10 + Kids Adventure Games: Aug. 7–11 + Vail Film Festival: Aug. 22–25 + Gourmet on Gore: Aug. 30–Sept. 2 + Vail Automotive Classic & Car Show: Sept. 5–8

+ Oktoberfest (Lionshead): Sept. 6–8 + Oktoberfest (Vail Village): Sept. 13–15 + Colorado Grand: Sept. 9–14 + Taste of Vail Fall Wine & Food Classic: Sept. 20–21

+ Vail Outlier Offroad Festival: Sept. 26–29

+ Vail Beaver Creek Restaurant Week: Sept. 27–Oct. 6

CARA MORAN

+ Vail America Days: July 4 + Vail Farmers’ Markets Farm-to-Table

“Gift of the Garden”, 40x40, oil

“Easy Day”, 36x36, oil

“Make Your Life Beautiful” 220 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-376-4244 thesignaturegallery.com

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

ON MY BOOKSHELF ARTICLE SCOTT MCCOURTNEY

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SCOTT MCCOURTNEY’S RECOMMENDED READS FOR SUMMER

FICTION JOHN BARLEYCORN

BY JACK LONDON

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John Barleycorn is a novel by Jack London about his enjoyment of drinking and struggles with alcoholism.

A young boy affected by the tumultu-

THE KITE RUNNER

BY KHALED HOSSEINI

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ous events of the fall of Afghanistan’s monarchy, the Soviet military intervention and the rise of the Taliban regime.

ULYSSES BY JAMES JOYCE

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Ulysses chronicles the peripatetic appointments and encounters of Leopold Bloom in Dublin.

NON-FICTION Based entirely on first-person recollections and new, exclusive interviews with musicians and key figures in the Hendrix inner circle.

Thompson’s razor-sharp insight and crystal clarity capture the crazy aspects of the explosive and colorful ‘60s and ‘70s.

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HENDRIX: SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT BY JOHN E MCDERMOTT & EDDIE KRAMER

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THE GREAT SHARK HUNT

BY HUNTER S. THOMPSON

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ZEN AND THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE: AN INQUIRY INTO VALUES

BY ROBERT M. PIRSIG

A modern classic about a father and young son taking a motorcycle trip across America’s Northwest. An examination of some of life’s most fundamental questions and how to live better.

Scott McCourtney is the editorial coordinator at Laguna Niguel Lifestyle.

Photo by Brian Kent

SELF-HELP GOOD TO GREAT BY JAMES C. COLLINS START WITH WHY BY SIMON SINEK THE ONE THING BY GARY W. KELLER AND JAY PAPASAN

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Start with 1,435 good companies. Examine their performance over 40 years. Find the 11 companies that became great.

Leaders who’ve had the greatest influence in the world all think, act and communicate the same way.

Value of simplifying one’s workload by focusing on the one most important task in any given project.

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MAY 29–JUN 16 HARVEY

Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach

Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister's social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary 6 1/2-foot-tall rabbit. Horrified that the embarrassing family secret is

city should proceed to help the military

maintains long-term relationships

members of our community and how

between Laguna Beach and sister

to better serve our military veterans.

cities of Menton, France; San Jose del Cabo, Mexico; and St. Ives, England.

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LIVE AT THE MUSEUM: ENCORE SAXOPHONE QUARTET

SUMMER OF MUD RUN

Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach

Oak Canyon Park

now exposed, Veta decides to have

The award-winning Encore Saxophone

Celebrate summer by running the

Elwood committed to a sanitarium, but

Quartet is among Los Angeles’ pre-

approximately 5K course beginning

a mistake is made when Veta is com-

mier performing ensembles. Formed

and ending at Irvine Lake. The course

mitted rather than Elwood. For more

in 1984 by internationally renowned

is partially on the road and partially

info, visit LagunaPlayhouse.com.

saxophonist

the

on trails and includes hills, water, pro-

Quartet’s extensive repertoire spans

fessionally built obstacles and more

1

original compositions and arrange-

than a dozen mud pits. You asked for

ments that bridge styles from the clas-

even more mud; you got it! For more

AIR COMBAT USA

sical to modern jazz. Free admission.

info, visit IrvineLakeMudRun.com.

Advance tickets are recommended.

Douglas

Masek,

Fullerton Municipal Airport

For questions or to purchase tickets,

Air Combat USA provides an extraor-

please call 949.494.8971 x203 or

dinary fighter pilot experience! This is

visit LagunaArtMuseum.org.

not a simulator; this is the real deal.

He will be at the controls of a military fighter, while a military-trained instructor will coach him to victory.

For more info, visit AirCombat.com.

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15 LAGUNA NIGUEL WOMAN’S CLUB 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION LUNCHEON

SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY’S DANCE FESTIVAL 2019 San Juan Hills High School

South Coast Conservatory's goal is to change lives through the power of dance. For the past 25 years, the Conservatory has been shaping

El Niguel Country Club

lives in our community. Dance is

Join us for the 50th-anniversary lun-

the most joyful way to connect the

cheon to celebrate a half-century of

body, mind and spirit. For more info,

The Signature Galley, Laguna Beach

service to the community. The event will

visit SCConservatory.com.

Cara Moran will be at the Signature

be at 11 a.m. at the beautiful El Niguel

Gallery in Laguna Beach, unveiling

Country Club for $50 per person. For

her new show, Summer Magic. Meet

information, contact LNWC Golden

Cara, experience her dazzling work,

Jubilee Committee at 949.643.2126.

SUMMER MAGIC BY CARA MORAN

and enjoy live music and refreshments. "The viewer is immediately captivated by the boldly joyful colors and dancing movement of Cara Moran's paintings." Call 949.376.4244 or visit TheSignatureGallery.com.

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15 LAGUNA BEACH FETE DE LA MUSIQUE

17 ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW

Balboa Bay Club & Resort

Enjoy a fine collection of cars, great music, family fun and more. From rare to classic, custom or antique,

Laguna Beach

there’s a wide variety of cars and

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This annual event features artists

something for everyone. For more

performing all types of music at var-

info, visit BalboaBayResort.com.

MILITARY SUPPORT COMMITTEE MEETING

cial ceremonies and events at Main

ious downtown locations with speBeach. This free festival is presented

Laguna Niguel City Hall

by the Laguna Beach Sister Cities

Topics will be discussed on how the

Association, which established and

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architecture by their father only to

JEFF LYNNE'S ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA

The house, however, does not come

design and build the most stunning

without its price for the brothers—

Honda Center, Anaheim

and David and Mary Gamble who

Electric Light Orchestra is an English

commissioned it. For more info,

rock band formed in Birmingham in

visit LagunaArtMuseum.org.

1970

by

with drummer Bev Bevan. Their music is characterized by a fusion of Beatles-esque pop, classical arrange-

JUN 29– SEP 2 SAWDUST ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL Laguna Beach

Since its inception, the Sawdust Art

songwriters/multi-instru-

mentalists Jeff Lynne and Roy Wood

22–23

& Craft Festival has celebrated and

DOHENY SURF & ART FESTIVAL

Sawdust Art & Craft Festival (June

supported the work of local artists.

With two main events annually—the

Doheny State Beach, Dana Point

29–Sept. 2) and the Annual Winter

California State Parks, the City

Fantasy Festival (weekends from

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of Dana Point and Doheny State

mid-November through mid-Decem-

Beach

Association

ber)—the organization is designed to

FILM NIGHT: THE GAMBLE HOUSE

bring you the 17th annual Doheny

both entertain and educate Laguna

ments and futuristic iconography.

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Arts and Crafts house in America.

Interpretive

Surf & Art Festival of 2019, a

locals and tourists alike. For more

Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach

free two-day celebration of the

info, visit VisitLagunaBeach.com.

The Gamble House is the story of

Southern California surfing life-

brothers Charles and Henry Greene

style! 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more info,

who are pushed reluctantly into

visit DohenyStateBeach.org.

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STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD WITH EPURI IN HAND