Campus
Students That Shine: CdM Freshman Follows Her Musical Dreams
A local student has brought her lifelong musical passion to the stage, as she racks up views online and books gigs around Newport Beach...
Students That Shine: Sage Student Leads Girls Empowerment Effort
Darcy Chung, 18, a senior at Sage Hill School is taking action in more ways than one to help lead a movement supporting girls’...
Charity
Top Local Philanthropists Honored at Philanthropy Day Event
Orange County’s top philanthropists, business leaders and individuals — including five from Newport Beach — were honored at an event recently.
The 34th Annual National...
OC Community Foundation Helps Nonprofits Raise $1.6M in 2019
The Newport Beach-based Orange County Community Foundation hosted a series of Collaborative Giving Days throughout 2019, bringing together nonprofits with shared missions to boost...
Inbox
Letter to the Editor: Protect Natural Elements, Develop Responsibly
Philanthropist, environmentalist, social and corporate activist were just a few of the adjectives to describe Joan Irvine Smith in her recent obituary.
“Mrs. Smith was...
On Faith
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Church Services
• Christ Church by the Sea United Methodist (1400 W. Balboa Blvd) Dec. 24: 7 p.m. (949) 673-3805/ christbytheseanb.org /
• Community Church, Congregational (611...
Local Focus
Holiday Magic Returns With Balboa Island Home Tour
For those who love holiday decor, architecture, and design, a tour this weekend is the perfect, magical match.
The 23rd Annual Balboa Island Holiday Home...
‘Floating Piano’ Author Shares Stories as Cruise Musician
A local artist has created a “trilogy” of stories, photos, and music in an effort to share his journey as a musician on numerous...
Mayor's Message
Mayor’s Message: 2020, Year of the Volunteer
On Christmas morning, children across our city woke up to Santa’s presents, parents woke up to coffee, and grandparents woke up to ply their...
Mayor’s Message: A Final Thank You, Looking Forward
As I complete my second term as mayor of this exceptional city, I’d like to share a few thoughts.
But first, I want to offer...
Mayor’s Message: Planning for Housing, Newport Beach’s Future
It’s time for the City of Newport Beach to update its General Plan, the document that provides the framework for decision-making regarding the future...
Summer Fun
Orange County Fair Offers ‘Acres of Fun’
Ready for a summer of fun? How about “Acres of Fun.” That’s the theme of this year’s Orange County Fair that runs July 12...
Segerstrom Center Offers Free Summer Programs on Argyros Plaza
Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates summer with free outdoor performances and events on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza.
Movie Mondays are upon...
Newport Dunes Announces Summer Events Calendar
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Back Bay Bistro have announced their summer entertainment schedule featuring waterfront events and live performances from June through September.
Enjoy...
Weekend Rewind
Airshow Delivers Excitement in the Sky
Newport Beach residents heard and saw aerial maneuvers from a variety of performers as the 4th annual Great Pacific Airshow took to the sky...
Sold Out Lobsterfest at NB Civic Center Raises Funds for Charity
After 10 years at Newport Dunes, the annual Newport Beach Lobsterfest – held this year on Sunday, Aug. 11 – moved to the Newport...
Slideshow: July 4 in Newport
A round-up of photos from Independence Day activities and events in Newport Beach on July 4.