CITYSCAPE ROUNDUP:Seniors seek legacy nominations

Laguna Beach Seniors Inc. is sponsoring a gala on Jan. 26 at Seven Degrees at which the organization will be honoring two people who have left an enduring legacy in Laguna Beach.

The organization is seeking nominations for one male and one female who meet the following criteria: The nominee must have left a permanent legacy in Laguna Beach, something that will live on beyond their lifetime; and must be alive at the time of the nomination.

Nominations should include the name of the individual, their place of residence (city and state), and a written explanation of up to 200 words about why they are being nominated.

Nominations should be received by Laguna Beach Seniors Inc. no later than Dec. 11. They may be mailed to Laguna Beach Seniors Inc. at P.O. Box 536, Laguna Beach, CA 92652, or e-mailed to epearson@adworx.net.

The gala will be held Jan. 26, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. and will include a sit-down dinner, a silent auction and dancing to “oldies” music. Tickets will be $125 per person. For further information on the gala or to donate silent auction items, contact Anne Morris at (949) 497-2441.

Crystal Cove Coastal Tree lights up Dec. 2

Crystal Cove will mark the holidays with the 10th annual Coastal Tree lighting ceremony from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 2. The public is invited to the event, which kicks off a month-long display.

Located where the sand meets the Pacific Ocean at the Crystal Cove Historic District, the Coastal Tree will be filled with twinkling lights and colorful ornaments. The tree will be lighted at sunset.

In addition to the tree lighting, the Historic District, including the 1920s and 1930s seaside cottages, will be transformed into a seasonal display of holiday lights and giant candy canes. The decorations will reflect the historic character of the district.

The decorated tree has been a landmark for sailors and aviators, as well as divers, and serves as a scenic backdrop for family holiday photos.

Seasonal refreshments, including hot chocolate and cocktails, will be available for purchase on the rear deck of the Beachcomber Cafe. The historic martini flag will be saluted at 5 p.m.

Crystal Cove Alliance, the nonprofit group that was instrumental in helping save the 1920s and 1930s cottages for public use, is co-sponsoring the display, along with the Beachcomber Cafe. The holiday display will continue through Jan. 2.

For more information, call the Beachcomber Cafe at (949) 376-6900 or visit www.crystalcovealliance.org.

Woman’s Club plans tarnished treasures sale

The Woman’s Club of Laguna Beach invites everyone to its annual tarnished treasures and silent auction luncheon scheduled for 11 a.m. Dec. 1.

Donated items will be available for sale, including jewelry, one-of-a-kind items, artwork and holiday gifts. Silent auction items include gift certificates to local restaurants, stores and Pageant of the Masters tickets. A lunch prepared by Classic Catering will be served.

The cost is $20 per person and tickets must be reserved by dropping off or mailing a check no later than Monday. If space is available, tickets at the door will cost $22. Call (949) 464-3040 for more information.

To donate collectibles, smaller household items or gently used clothing for the sale or for the Woman’s Resource Center’s Dec. 8 holiday party for low-income families in Laguna Beach, please deliver them to the clubhouse at 286 St. Ann’s Drive at the corner of Glenneyre Street on Thursday, November 30 or Dec. 7 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Tax receipts will be provided upon request; the Woman’s Club of Laguna Beach is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. All funds raised benefit local charitable groups and help maintain the clubhouse that is available to the public for special-events leasing.

Boom Boom Room hosts food pantry party

The Boom Boom Room will host an evening of gourmet holiday cocktails and food, with dancing, cowboy Santas, and a Christmas carol sing-along with Lynda Roth.

The party is co-sponsored by AIDS Services Foundation Orange County and benefits the foundation’s pantry program.

The cost is $45, which goes directly to providing an AIDS Services Foundation client with about 15 days’ worth of food.

The party will take place at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Boom Boom Room, 1401 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach.

For more information, contact Mike Young at (949) 809-8765 or myoung@ocasf.org.