IN THE ARTS

Closing night ‘carnivale’ is planned

Art-A-Fair is planning a closing night carnivale from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday at 777 Laguna Canyon Road. This weekend will be the last chance to stroll the “streets” of the Venetian-themed Palazzo Laguna and enjoy the work of the 125 artist exhibitors before the 42nd annual season closes.

It will also be the final opportunity to bid on the silent auction items displayed all summer. Artwork hanging in the entryway has been donated by artists to the Art-A-Fair Foundation, and proceeds will be used to help support the arts in schools. There are also auction items with proceeds earmarked for grounds improvements, including services at Ziba Day Spa, an BMW M6 child’s pedal car, and a necklace by designer Karen Larsen.

Admittance is open to all and ticket prices will be $3.50 all day. All tickets are season passes, so those who’ve visited previously can use their pass to gain entry.

Swingsensations will perform from 1 to 4 p.m. and strolling doo-wop quartet Augie’s Side Effect will be around from 6 to 9 p.m. Complimentary refreshments will be provided by the artists, and Tivoli Too! will be open for food and beverages, with two-for-one margaritas from 5 to 6 p.m.

On Sunday, the final day, Art-A-Fair will be open until 6 p.m., admission will be free to all and the Motown band Redd Street will play from 2 to 5 p.m.

2009 Arts Directory listings invited

Artists, galleries and art organizations that wish to be included in the 2009 Laguna Beach Arts Directory have until Sept. 19 to complete and return forms. Artists currently listed must complete the process every year.

The City of Laguna Beach Art Directory is a listing of artists “” residing, working or exhibiting in Laguna Beach “” arts organizations and galleries in the city.