Passport to Paradise: Exploring Orange County, One Stamp at a Time
Creative passports give locals the chance to sip, savor and enjoy the arts with each new stamp.
Ashley Ryan
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Stories by Ashley Ryan
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Creative passports give locals the chance to sip, savor and enjoy the arts with each new stamp.
Beloved Harry Potter sequel makes the jump from the page to the stage with its Orange County premiere of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ this summer alongside special initiatives that aim to bring the ‘magical’ community together.
From behind the scenes to center stage, Simon’s dedication to the New Swan Shakespeare Festival earns him a Cultural Legacy Award.
Whether you’re at a farm-to-table Newport Beach restaurant or grabbing a bottle off the shelf, these O.C. spots make it easy to drink with purpose.
Innovative displays of engineering, science, math and more take center stage this weekend during the free youth fair, featuring brain-bending competitions, hands-on activities and live entertainment.
These local festivals highlight the beloved traditions of different cultures from across the globe, providing a chance to learn about new people and places without ever leaving home.
From the high-energy challenge rooms at Hijinx Hotel to Holey Moley’s over-the-top mini golf courses, this vibrant playground offers character, competition and just the right amount of chaos.
From fluid art and resin pouring to balloon bursts of color, local studios are redefining how Orange County experiences and creates art.
Newport Beach’s Civic Center Park added to its rotating display of large-scale sculptures over the summer, presenting art in an exciting and approachable way.
Whether searching for pixies, writing them a note or attending a nature-themed event, the Laguna Beach Library Butterfly and Fairy Garden is a whimsical outdoor wonderland with much to offer.
As this photography pop-up opens its doors in Laguna Beach, it builds upon the trend of selling art online.
Surf City offers new eateries and experiences that will keep you entertained and ensure you don’t go hungry.
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