What's Inside...

• FRI: Theater or Pub?

• SAT: Art or Ocean?

• SUN: Nature Walk or Brunch?

  • Trivia Question?

  • Try Something New

  • Swim Spot in Laguna Beach

  • Plan Ahead

  • Summer Concert Season

  • Live Music - our picks

🗓️ This Weekend’s Picks…

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Theater or Pub?

🎭 The Miracle Worker – Cabrillo Playhouse A timeless story that still hits hard -Helen Keller, Annie Sullivan, and the breakthrough that changed everything. Opening night is Friday June 6.

🗓️ June 6–29 | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente
🎟️ Explore more South OC theater options

~Not in a theater mood?~

🍀 Live Music at Pub Thirty-Two This freshly reimagined Irish spot (now run by four actual Irishmen) kicks off the weekend with live tunes, authentic Irish food, and proper pints. Come hungry—standouts like Jameson Whiskey Wings, Bangers and Mash, and Short Rib Poutine are reason enough to grab a table. (Or order online for delivery).

🗓️ Friday June 6, Evening | Free Entry | Mission Viejo

🤔 Trivia

Which OC city is home to the oldest residential street in California?

A) Orange
B) San Juan Capistrano
C) Anaheim
D) Santa Ana

(Scroll to bottom for answer)

Try Something New…

I was recently inspired when a friend told me her dad, who’d spent decades as a dentist, retired at 70 and took up tap dancing! He’d never done it before, just thought it looked fun. Now he performs around OC with the Snappy Tappers. How cool is that?

Why should kids be the only ones who get to try something new? Now that summer’s here, maybe it's your turn.

Here are a few classes and workshops happening across South OC that might inspire you:

🎶 Get Moving…>

• Adult ballet, hip hop, modern dance, tap in Lake Forest

• Hula lessons in Laguna Hills

• Learn to play pickleball in Mission Viejo

• Join a co-ed kickball league in Dana Point

🍳 Learn to Cook Something New…

• Learn to make pasta from scratch in Irvine

• Date Night: Learn French Cooking in San Juan Capistrano

• Macaron-making in San Juan Capistrano

• Make 5 varieties of tacos in San Juan Capistrano

⛵ Hit the Water…

• Learn to sail in Dana Point Harbor

• Do yoga… on a paddleboard in Dana Point

• Join an adult swim team in Mission Viejo, Irvine or San Clemente

🎨 Tap Your Creative Side…

• Take a pottery class in Costa Mesa, Irvine or Mission Viejo

• Learn to make candles, crochet or knit in Mission Viejo

• Learn to make a Teapot in Irvine

• Learn the ukulele or banjo in Laguna Niguel

📚 Join a Book Club…

• In person book club in Mission Viejo (currently reading The Frozen River)

• Virtual “Thrillers” Book Club (reading The Maid)

🌿 Dig In…

• Herb garden workshop in Laguna Woods

• Tomato-growing class in Laguna Beach

➡️ Got something new you’re diving into this summer?
Hit reply and tell us, we’ll add it to the list!

  🌊 Below The Surface

Now that Summer’s unofficially here and the water’s warming up, it’s the perfect time to discover Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach.

Tucked at the base of Fairview Street, this quiet beach is a favorite for swimmers, snorkelers, and scuba divers.

Beneath the surface, you’ll find kelp forests, rocky swim-throughs, and plenty of garibaldi fish. (check out this video of what it’s like).

It’s a fairly shallow area, so you don’t need to scuba dive to see the fish, swimming is just as good and a lot less hassle.

There’s a WhatsApp group locals use to coordinate swim times - if you’d like to be added, just reply to this email and I’ll pass along your info.

Park on Cliff Drive and follow the trail of wetsuits down the stairs - you’re in for something special. Details

✏️ Plan Ahead…

🕵️‍♂️ Laguna Playhouse Peril in the Alps: A New Hercule Poirot comic mystery. A fresh take on Agatha Christie's iconic detective.
June 11–29.
➡️ Explore more South OC theater options

🖼️ Laguna Craft Guild Art Show Stroll Main Beach and discover handmade treasures from local artisans like hand-thrown pottery, coastal-inspired paintings, silverwork and more.
Sunday June 8, 9am–5pm | Free | Laguna Beach

🌕 Strawberry Moon Walk Take a twilight stroll through the oak and sycamore-lined trails of the O’Neill Conservancy in Rancho Mission Viejo. June’s full “Strawberry Moon” will light the way - just 20 spots available.
Wednesday June 11, 8:30pm

🌿 Mindfulness Hike in Aliso Viejo Slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect on a 2.5-mile guided hike through Aliso and Wood Canyons. Expect moving meditations, forest bathing, and serious nature vibes under the oaks — plus a killer lookout spot to practice gratitude.
Friday June 13, 5:45pm | Canyon View Park

📚 Books & Blooms  Shop 55+ artisan booths, catch live music, and hit the Kindle decorating station (yep, that’s a thing) at this bookish, bloom-filled outdoor market.
Saturday June 14, 3–8:30pm | Free | Woodbury Town Center, Irvine

🍦 Summer Nights & Local Delights at the Kaleidoscope. Live music, 15+ local vendors, permanent jewelry, photo ops, and free ice cream for shoppers. Plus, Bluey for the little ones.
Friday, June 20, 5–9pm | Mission Viejo

🦇 Bats! Heroes of the Night As the sun sets, head into Limestone Canyon to watch bats launch into the evening sky. Hear their high-frequency calls and learn cool bat lore. Short walk, big wow factor. This books up fast!
Saturday June 21, 7–9pm | Free

🎉 Beach Bash Street Market in Mission Viejo. Kick off summer with sunset vibes, a beer garden, food trucks, artisan vendors, and games for all ages. 
Saturday June 21, 5–9pm | Free | North Paseo at Los Osos

🏄‍♂️ Doheny Surf & Art Festival Celebrate surf culture, coastal vibes, and local art at this two-day fest on the sand.
Sat–Sun June 22–23, 9am–5pm. Doheny State Beach | Dana Point

🎨 The Sawdust Art Festival  185 artists, live music, and immersive creativity under the trees - the iconic summer tradition for the whole family.
June 27 - Aug 31 | Pre-order tickets and save | Laguna Beach

🎤 Summer Concerts

June 5. Tom Jones tribute
Laguna Woods at The Clubhouse1

June 6. Twanguero
Laguna Beach at Heisler Park

June 6. James Kelly Band
Laguna Niguel at Crown Valley Park

June 7. Swift Nation
Irvine at Great Park Live

June 8. Tijuana Dogs
Aliso Viejo at Grane Park

June 12. Zach Churchill
Dana Point at The Harbor

June 13. Lola Kristine
Laguna Beach at Heisler Park

June 13. 90’s Rockshow
Nellie Gail at Gallup Park

June 14. Elton, The Early Years
Lake Mission Viejo at North Beach

See all the concerts happening around South OC…

🎶🎶 Live Music in South OC

Take a listen to who’s playing locally this week…

1️⃣ Sara Loera Powerful vocals from a real stage performer covering some great rock ballads like Dream On (Aerosmith) and Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac). If you’re lucky she’ll play her dance hits like the cover of Radiohead’s Creep.

🗓️ Saturday June 7, 6-9pm | Bricco Cucina & Wine Bar | Laguna Niguel

2️⃣ Matt Koerner This South OC native honed his country skills living in Nashville for six years. Take a listen to his song about his personal journey battling cancer, The Race. One of our daughter’s favourite tunes is Stayed Alive in 45. We give it two thumbs up too.

🗓️ Friday June 6, 7:30pm | Daily’s Sport Grill | Rancho Santa Margarita

3️⃣ Cheryl Silverstein If you’re feeling a little restless, try easing into some sophisticated, sultry, smoky jazz. Cheryl’s style permeates all of her performances, try the bluesy Since I Fell for You or the jazzy That’s All. Arrive early and get a Brio Martini for just $7.

🗓️ Saturday June 7, 7-9:30pm |  Brio Italian & Martini Bar | Dana Point

Check out the full listing on The Scene website.

About Us: Lorna’s lived in France, Spain, and New Zealand but swears South OC has the best weather anywhere—and she loves Mission Viejo for its lake, master swim club, and tree-lined streets. Jason’s originally from England, spent years in Singapore and Portugal, and now happily gardens year-round in SoCal sunshine.

We started The Scene because there’s so much to see, do, and savor. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your weekend.