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What’s going on in and around town this week

DANA POINT TIMES

FRIDAY | 21

COFFEE CONCERTS WITH HIGH TIDE COFFEE

10-11 a.m. In partnership with High Tide Coffee, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch an acoustic performance with local musicians at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. This week, Perfect Blend Duo will perform. The event is free with general admission. RSVP is optional but appreciated. Casa Romantica, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

LIVE MUSIC AT LUXE RESTAURANT

4:30-6:30 p.m. Dana Point singer/songwriter duo Molly Bergman & Sidney Bowen, who have been performing together since their youth, will sing at Luxe Restaurant and Martini Bar. Luxe Restaurant and Martini Bar, 24582 Del Prado Avenue, Dana Point. 949.276.4990. luxefinedining.com.

LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE

7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of the raunchy puppet musical comedy Avenue Q at San Juan Capistrano’s local theater. The show contains adult language and themes and is not recommended for children. Showings will continue through July 30. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

GARDEN CABARET AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE

7:30 p.m. This weekend, the Cabrillo Playhouse will present “Songs from Shows We Cannot Do on This Stage,” where six of Orange County’s best singers take the stage performing some of Broadway’s greatest hits from shows that you will never see on any Cabrillo stage. Songs includes those from shows such as The King

FRIDAY and I, Les Misérables, Sunday in the Park with George, and many more. Performances run through Sunday, with showtimes starting at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, and at 6 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $30. Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. 949.492.0465. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

6-9 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute and Music Preserves Foundation for a fun-filled summer night enjoying an outdoor concert with the harbor and the ocean as the backdrop. The event will feature live music, food trucks, and Station Craft Beer. Enjoy learning more about the musicians with Music Preserves Foundation before the show begins and explore the touch tanks with Ocean Institute docents. Proceeds for the event will support the two foundations. Tickets are $35. The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

SATURDAY | 22

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.-1 p.m. California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

BERRY U-PICK

9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Ecology Center is providing a chance to pick fresh berries. While baskets will be provided, participants are also welcome to bring their own. After you finish collecting a harvest, head over to the Farm Stand to pay for what you picked. Cost to attend is $8. The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.443.4223. theecologycenter.org.

KAYAK HARBOR TOUR AND SAIL AT THE OCEAN INSTITUTE

10.a.m.-noon. Join the Ocean Institute for a two-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point Harbor and learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $28. In the afternoon, from 2-5 p.m., set sail aboard the schooner and experience California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tall ship. Must be 4 years or older to sail. Tickets are $65. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

DANA POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY: CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT WORKSHOP

11 a.m. Join Master Gardener Laurie Menosky at the Dana Point Public Library for advice on growing plants adapted to the California climate. The event is free, with no registration required. Hosted by UCCE Orange County Master Gardeners and sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Dana Point Public Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point. 949.496.5517. ocpl.org.

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER

9 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’90s cover band Sega Genecide will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

SUNDAY | 23

CONCERTS IN THE PARK 3-6 p.m. These free family-friendly concerts feature two bands and are held at Sea Terrace Park behind the Dana Point Library area. Fooz Fighters and Led Zepagain will perform. Spirits for those 21 and older and food are available for purchase. Sea Terrace Park, 33501 Niguel Road, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

10-11 a.m. Parents are welcome to bring their kids to make outdoor-themed art using natural and recycled materials. Children can create drawings of turtles, grass, and other eco-friendly topics. The program is presented by The Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo and is open-house style with self-guided activities. Ladera Ranch Library, 29551 Sienna Pkwy, Ladera Ranch. 949.234.5940. thenaturereserve.org.

TUESDAY | 25

‘JAWS’ FILM SCREENING

8-10 p.m. Enjoy an outdoor movie screening under the stars with candy, popcorn, and wine in Casa Romantica’s Courtyard. Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic, Jaws, tells the story of a blood-thirsty shark terrorizing a small tourist town while its inhabitants fight an epic battle of man vs. nature. This event has open lawn seating. Guests must bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. The cost of admission ranges from $5 to $10. Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

WEDNESDAY | 26

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE

6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS

8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads is open for food, drinks and live music. Performers of all skill levels are welcome. If you are a musician, do stand-up comedy or the spoken word, this is the place to be on Wednesday nights. So, come down, grab a drink and go for it. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 North El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

THURSDAY

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DANA POINT HARBOR BLOOD DRIVE

7 a.m.-7 p.m. Join the Dana Point Harbor and American Red Cross for a blood drive. Those who give blood through July 31 will receive an exclusive Shark Week shirt from Discovery while supplies last. Visit redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive to register. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 800.733.2767.

GUEST

Opinion

| Life’s a Beach by Shelley Murphy