City invites community to support Operation Christmas for our troops & their families
The City of Newport Beach is supporting Operation Christmas for our troops and their families this year to make the holidays brighter for military personnel and their loved ones. Interested community members may drop off new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment, new or used DVDs and gift cards at the following locations:
–Newport Beach City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach - Revenue (1A), Community Development (1C), City Clerk’s Office (2E)
–OASIS Senior Center, 801 Narcissus Ave., Corona del Mar
–Newport Coast Community Center, 6401 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Coast
–Marina Park Community & Sailing Center, 1600 W. Balboa Blvd., Balboa
–Newport Beach Police Department, 870 Santa Barbara Drive, Newport Beach
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–Balboa Peninsula Fire Station #1, 110 E. Balboa Blvd., Balboa
–Lido Fire Station #2, 475 32nd St., Newport Beach
–Fashion Island Fire Station #3, 868 Santa Barbara Drive, Newport Beach
–Balboa Island Fire Station #4, 124 Marine Ave., Balboa Island
–Corona del Mar Fire Station #5, 410 Marigold Ave., Corona del Mar
–Mariners Fire Station #6, 1348 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach
–Santa Ana Heights Fire Station #7, 20401 Acacia St., Newport Beach
–Newport Coast Fire Station #8, 6502 Ridge Park Road, Newport Coast
–Newport Beach Central Library, 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach
–Balboa Library, 100 E. Balboa Blvd., Balboa
–Crean Mariners Library, 1300 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach
–Corona del Mar Library, 410 Marigold Ave., Corona del Mar
Donations will be accepted now through 12 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 23. Military personnel pick up donations take place on the afternoon of Monday, Dec. 23.
Operation Christmas, a program organized by Yellow Ribbon America (www.yellowribbonamerica.com), has supported members of the armed services and their families during the holidays for 15 years. For more information on Operation Christmas, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 949.644.3005.
Christmas caroling on horseback
Come view a very unique way of sharing favorite holiday tunes during the 3rd annual Christmas Caroling on Horseback event, taking place on Sunday, Dec. 15 beginning at 2:30 p.m.
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The ladies – Jolly Riders on Horseback – will be mounted on their steeds as they ride through the streets of Santa Ana Heights. The gentlemen will be following close behind on clean-up duty. The riders will be departing from 20341 Cypress St., so you are encouraged to arrive at 2:15 p.m. A fun viewing experience awaits the entire family. Christmas attire is encouraged.
Best seats still available for Christmas Boat Parade hosted by Sons of the American Legion
Don’t miss a rare opportunity to attend a holiday event at the American Legion-Squadron 291, which is typically open to “members only.” In the spirit of the holidays, come join the Sons of the American Legion on Wednesday, Dec. 18 and Thursday, Dec. 19, when the best seats for viewing the 111th annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade are made available.
There will be more than 200 boats, yachts and other watercraft passing by, artfully decorated. Many will have cheerful holiday music with carolers on-board, and boaters will be waving to the crowds on shore, wishing all a happy holiday. It is truly an evening of fun for the entire family.
Viewing takes place on the patio of the American Legion, with proceeds benefiting the Sons of the American Legion’s programs helping our local troops, veterans and their families throughout the year.
Come join the festivities with a Mexican Christmas Fiesta theme, complete with mariachis, a visit from Santa, face painting for the kids and a caricature cartoonist. A catered dinner buffet by Taco Revolution includes chicken noodle soup, chile rojo, grilled chicken, vegetable fajitas, rice & beans, corn & flour tortillas, brownies, aqua fresca (fruit-flavored water), tea, coffee and cocoa.
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Community seating will be pre-assigned on the patio. Most tables accommodate six guests, however you can pre-pay for multiple tables near each other. If you are a small group, you will be sitting with other people at the table. (Early reservations get priority!)
Donations: Adults, $30 and children 2-10 years of age, $15. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible, and include a complimentary dinner. Reservations are required, as no tickets will be sold at the door. To make a reservation, leave a message for Donna at 949.386.0489, who will return your call promptly.
Tickets for a nightly Opportunity Drawing will be sold in November and December ($25 for 3; $10 for 1), for a chance to win for three incredible prizes, which include: Grand Prize – A Trip to Kauai, Hawaii for seven nights with accommodations at the Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaʻa (north of Lihue on the Royal Coconut coast); 2nd Prize – Dinner for two at five different restaurants throughout Orange County; 3rd Prize – Taco Catering Party by Taco Revolution for 30 guests at your home. The drawing will be held on Sunday, Dec. 22. The three winners need not be present, if they included their name and phone number on the winning ticket.
Gates open at 4 p.m.; dinner starts at 5 p.m.; and the Boat Parade passes by around 6:45 p.m., with entertainment following the Parade. There is a No Host Bar with cocktails and wine with a $10 corkage fee (wine only). No outside food or hard liquor will be allowed on the premises.
Parking: For Non-Members – There will be parking on the grass at the Veteran’s Park next to the American Legion. There will be parking staff to guide you. However, this will fill up by 5:30 p.m. There is also street parking, and Sons of American Legion suggest carpooling or taking LYFT or UBER. For Members – first come, first served in the Post 291 Parking Lot. Please arrive early to secure the best parking options, as it will be extremely busy. Dress warmly for this event on the patio with great dockside views of the Parade.
The American Legion is located on the Balboa Peninsula at 215 15th St.
City Hall
Council, Boards, Commissions, Committee Meetings – Etc.
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Friday, December 6
Emergency Siren System Test
12-12:15 p.m.
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Friday, December 6
Emergency Siren System Test
12-12:15 p.m.
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Tuesday, December 10
City Council Study Session
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive – 4 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive – 7 p.m.
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Wednesday, December 11
Office Hours with Council Member Will O’Neill
Newport Coast Community Center
6401 San Joaquin Hills Road – 8-10 a.m.
Harbor Commission Meeting
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive – 6:30-9 p.m.
Canceled
General Plan Update Listen & Learn Workshop
Council District 4
Bonita Creek Community Center
3010 La Vida – 6 p.m.
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Thursday, December 12
Zoning Administrator Hearing
Corona del Mar Conference Room, Bay 1E
100 Civic Center Drive – 3-5 p.m.
Finance Committee
Crystal Cove Conference Room, Bay 2D
100 Civic Center Drive – 3 p.m.
Canceled
City Arts Commission Meeting
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive – 5 p.m.
General Plan Update Listen & Learn Workshop
Council District 1
Marina Park Community Center
1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 6 p.m.
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Saturday, December 14
Town Hall with Council Member Jeff Herdman
Balboa Island Fire Station
124 Marine Ave. – 9 a.m.
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Monday, December 16
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
(CHANGE OF VENUE)
Corona del Mar Library
410 Marigold Ave. – 5 p.m.
Aviation Committee
Civic Center Community Room
100 Civic Center Drive – 5:30-7 p.m.
Canceled
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Tuesday, December 17
Homeless Task Force Meeting
Crystal Cove Conference Room
100 Civic Center Drive – 4-6 p.m.
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Wednesday, December 18
Balboa Village Advisory Committee Meeting
Marina Park Sailing Center
1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 4-5:30 p.m.
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Thursday, December 19
Planning Commission Meeting
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive – 6:30 p.m.
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Friday, December 20
Marina Park Family Fun Night
Marina Park Sailing Center
1600 W. Balboa Blvd. – 5:30-8 p.m.
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Tuesday, December 24
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Wednesday, December 25
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
Libraries closed
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Thursday, December 26
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Corona del Mar BID Board Meeting
Corona del Mar Conference Room 1E
100 Civic Center Drive – 7:30-9 a.m.
Canceled
Zoning Administrator Hearing
Corona del Mar Conference Room, 1E
100 Civic Center Drive – 6:30 p.m.
Canceled
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Friday, December 27
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Saturday, December 28
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Sunday, December 29
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Library (not including CdM or Balboa branches)
12 p.m.-5 p.m.
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Monday, December 30
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Tuesday, December 31
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
City Libraries
Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Wednesday, January 1
Civic Center and select City Facilities
Closed
Libraries closed
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City Council Meetings 101 – FAQs about City Council Meetings (copies are available in the City Clerk’s office at 100 Civic Center Drive, Bay E, 2nd Floor; or call 949.644.3005).
www.newportbeachca.gov
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CLICK HERE for agendas, meeting minutes and more info
Costa Mesa United to host OC All-Star Classic
The 61st Annual Orange County North-South All-Star Classic football game will be played in its eighth decade on January 25, 2020 at Orange Coast College (OCC).
The game, featuring high school senior standouts in Orange County and managed by Costa Mesa United, started in 1959 and is one of the few entities and organizations in Orange County that encompasses the 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, ought years, teen years and now the 2020s.
Costa Mesa United now supports Newport Harbor High and Ensign Intermediate School.
“The Orange County All-Star football game is a community treasure,” Costa Mesa United President Gordon Bowley said. “We are honored and privileged to uphold the standard of managing the all-star game the way the Brea Lions Club did for so many years.”
In 2017, Costa Mesa United saved the all-star game at the last minute, when the Orange County Register reported that the Brea Lions Club was not going to host the game, “for a couple reasons,” Costa Mesa United board member Ron Amburgey said.
In 2018, Costa Mesa United switched the game from July to January and added the Los Angeles Chargers as a presenting sponsor. The 2020 All-Star Classic will be the third straight year in which the game is played in January.
In the late 1950s, and with highly successful former Brea-Olinda High football coach Dick Tucker a member of the Brea Lions Club, the organization started the county all-star game in 1959 and named Tucker as the first North coach.
The late Tucker once said that the game was launched based on the fact that many Orange County football coaches were not pleased because too few county players were picked for the 1958 Shrine High School All-Star Game in Los Angeles, and the coaches helped start their own seniors-only high school all-star game.
After a sparkling coaching career at Brea-Olinda, Tucker arrived at Orange Coast in 1962 and guided the Pirates to national championships in 1963 and 1975. The field at OCC is named after Tucker.
For more information, visit www.cmunited.org.
Sherman Library & Gardens seeks nominations for 2020 Newport Beach Garden Tour
Sherman Library & Gardens is in the planning stages for the 2020 Newport Beach Garden Tour. The annual tour will showcase gardens in the Newport Beach area. The Garden Tour committee of dedicated volunteers is seeking recommendations for private, residential gardens in this area now through January 31, 2020.
The Newport Beach Garden Tour showcases six residential gardens each year. Selected home garden owners will allow members of the community to wander through their yard from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2020. Homeowners do not need to be home for the tour, as Sherman Library & Gardens provides staff at each location. The Tour, in its 24th year, is Sherman Library & Garden’s largest fundraiser of the year and is an event for the avid and amateur gardener alike.
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“The best gardens are not always the biggest or most expensive, so don’t be shy. Nominate yourself, your friend, your neighbor, or that garden that always catches your eye,” said Sherman Library & Gardens Gardens Director Scott LaFleur.
To nominate a garden, please provide the physical street address, along with the owner’s name, contact information and a photo or two if possible to info@slgardens.org, or call 949.673.2261, ext. 300. The annual fundraiser takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2020.
Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. www.slgardens.org.
For a calendar of upcoming Home & Garden happenings, visit our Calendars section here.
CdM Chamber holiday networking luncheon features a visit from Santa
The Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce invites the community to its festive Networking Luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 17. It has been an annual tradition to hold it at the legendary Five Crowns restaurant.
The event includes networking opportunities and self-introductions, with a gourmet lunch of traditional rock salt roasted prime rib, mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, Yorkshire pudding and dessert. A vegetarian alternative is available.
Adding to the festivities, enjoy a holiday guitar performance, a Santa Gift Exchange with a visit from Jolly Old Saint Nick and a cash wine bar. Check-in and networking are from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.; the Program and lunch are from 12-1:30 p.m. Valet parking is available for $6; street parking is also available.
The cost is $40 for Corona del Mar Chamber members, $45 nfor on-members. Attendance is by advance reservations only, prior to Thursday, Dec. 11. To reserve your space, RSVP here. If you would like to participate in the Santa Gift Exchange (maximum value is $20), please bring a wrapped gift, or gift certificate or card.
Five Crowns restaurant is located at 3801 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. For more information, call 949.673.4050 or Info@Cdmchamber.com.
Newport-Mesa Unified School District Board Meetings
Regular Board Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month (with certain exceptions), with Public Input and Consent Calendar items beginning at 6 p.m. in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District Roderick H. MacMillan Board Room, 2985-A Bear St., Costa Mesa.
Scheduled Meetings:
December 10
The NMUSD School Board Meeting Agenda is posted the Friday prior to the meeting. To view the full agenda, click here.
Contact: Sherri Snyder, Coordinator of Administrative Services, 714.424.5031; ssnyder@nmusd.us
Tickets on sale now for the Balboa Island Holiday Home Tour
Tickets are now on sale for the 23rd Annual Balboa Island Holiday Home Walking Tour, to be held on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Attendees will have the opportunity to tour eight uniquely holiday decorated bayfront and island homes, at their leisure.
Tickets are just $35 and you can purchase them online at www.balboaislandNB.org or at the following Balboa Island venues: Balboa Island Museum, Island Home and Sur Le Mer, all located on Marine Avenue.
Courtesy of Balboa Island Holiday Home Tour
A festively decorated residence on last year’s Holiday Home Tour
Off Island tickets can be purchased at Seaside Gallery & Goods on Tustin Avenue, Newport Beach, Blue Springs Home on 17th Street, Costa Mesa and Bliss Home Design on E. Pacific Coast Highway, Corona del Mar.
Will Call tickets will be available to purchase and pick up at the Balboa Island Museum located at 210 Marine Ave., Balboa Island at 9:30 a.m. on the day of the Home Tour.
Also, be sure to visit all the shops on Marine and Agate avenues for your holiday shopping and refreshments.
The Holiday Home Tour is sponsored by the Balboa Island Improvement Association.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
This is as close as we can come to actually singing to our readers on their birthdays!
We’d love to include yours – and/or your friends and children’s birthdays here.
Just email to:
lana@stunewsnewport.com
Celebrate and enjoy your
birthday!
December 6
Anri Melikjanian
Bill Long
Darci Brawley
Jorge Forero
Keith Page
Kurt Linton
Lou Goff
Sheryl Weinberger
Susan Papageorge’s
December 7
Carolina Rain Taylor
Kendra Johnson
Mario Marovic
December 8
Annemarie Thompson
Bart Zandbergen
Carol Lipp Strauss
Tom Roberts
December 9
Ajay King
Danielle Cavallucci
NBPL Sunday Musicale features AlmaNova
The Newport Beach Public Library (NBPL) presents AlmaNova, an innovative flute and guitar duo featuring Jessica Pierce and Almer Imamovic, in a Holiday Sunday Musicale on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. in the Central Library Friends Room.
Flutist Pierce and guitarist Imamovic will be performing a festive program of holiday favorites. This concert will feature unique and original arrangements of some of the time-honored Christmas classics. The award-winning duo met in France while studying at the famed Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris. They continued their graduate work at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and the USC Thornton School of Music. Since then they have had the privilege to perform extensively throughout the world; they are both recognized as masters of their instruments, elevating the flute and guitar ensemble to the highest level of virtuosity and artistry.
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AlmaNova’s guitarist Almer Imamovic and flutist Jessica Pierce
AlmaNova’s music has been featured in various film and TV projects. Most recently, Almer’s song “Stani Draga” was featured for the film In the Land of Blood and Honey written and directed by Angelina Jolie.
This event is funded by generous donations from the Friends of the Library. Admission is free. Seating is first come, first serve, limited by room capacity.
The Newport Beach Public Library presents a variety of programs that foster cultural arts enrichment. For more information, contact the Library at 949.717.3800, option 2, or visit www.newportbeachlibrary.org.
Central Library is located at 1000 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach.
HOAG HEALTH
COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES/SUPPORT GROUPS
844.810.2933
Register online at www.hoag.org
Please Note: Classes fill quickly.
Minimally Invasive Treatment Options for Back Pain
Wednesday, Dec. 11 | 6 p.m. | Register online. | Back pain can be debilitating and effect quality of life. The first step in addressing appropriate treatment for back pain is to receive a full evaluation from an expert. Learn about the variety of treatment options including minimally invasive surgical options available. | Takes place at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Conference Center, 3900 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.
New Cancer Patient & Family Orientation
Wednesday, Dec. 18 | 11 a.m. | Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming for many individuals. Not knowing what to expect or where to gain answers can be common challenges during treatment. The patient and family orientation is available to provide information, support and address questions to help you better prepare for your cancer journey. Register online. Takes place at Patty & George Hoag Cancer Center, One Hoag Drive, Newport Beach.
Gentle Meditation
Tuesdays | 6:45-7:45 p.m. | $15 | Join this gentle meditation class that can help you set your priorities and focus on the health of your body, mind and spirit. You will participate in simple, yet effective exercises that are pleasant. Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, Newport Beach.
Gentle Yoga
Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | $15 | Join this gentle yoga class where everyone feels welcome and supported. The class is structured to help participants find inner peace and calm while providing gentle exercise to help the body-mind rewind and recharge. Instructor Dr. Milka Gronlund, Ph.D., PsyD, specializes in wellness and has been practicing internationally for more than 20 years. Note: This class is not for pregnant women. (See Prenatal Yoga). Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315 in the Pilates Room, Newport Beach.
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Prenatal Yoga
Wednesdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. | $20 | Instructor Dolly Lai is a Certified Yoga Therapist. Her holistic approach guides participants through an integrated practice of asana, pranayama and Yoga Nidra meditation. Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315 in the Pilates Studio, Newport Beach.
Restorative Yoga with Meditation
Wednesdays | 12-1 p.m. | $15 | Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, Newport Beach.
Mommy N’ Me Yoga
Wednesdays | 1:15-2:15 p.m. | $20 | Takes place at Hoag for Her Center for Wellness, 500 Superior Ave., Ste. 315, Newport Beach.
Healthy Eating: Global Recipes
Join us a for a special cooking class that focuses on Japanese, Korean and Middle Eastern recipes, including a cooking demonstration, tasters and take-home recipes, to learn about healthy cooking for cancer survivors. Wednesday, November 20 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Free | Takes place at Patty & George Hoag Cancer Center Irvine I Canyon Conference Room I 16105 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine
Sweet Life Cooking Demonstration
Dec. 17: Winter Wonderland with healthy holiday recipes. | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Free. | Takes place in the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Room 5, Newport Beach. Parking is available in front of the 520 building or in parking structure B. To join the waitlist, call 800.400.4624.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Gestational Diabetes Support Group
Second and Fourth Tuesday of every month from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Takes place at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., Classroom 6, Newport Beach.
Type 2 Diabetes Wellness Group
Third Thursday of every month | 2 p.m. | Free | Meet other people who understand what you are going through. The group focus is to share experiences, tips and create new networks to expand your support system. Learn new tools from the group facilitator to help you manage stress and further assist you in reaching your health and well-being goals. Come experience encouragement, understanding, and the opportunity to empower not only yourself, but others as well. Takes place at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., Classroom 6, Newport Beach.
Type 1 Diabetes Wellness Group
Third Thursday of every month | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Free | Managing the day to day demands of diabetes and juggling the different aspects that come with young adulthood can be stressful. Join the T1D Young Adult group to meet others who are going through similar experiences and to receive emotional and educational support. Different group themes will include stress management, enhancing your relationships through better communication, mindfulness, and how to set attainable health and well-being goals. Come meet new people, share experiences, realistic tips and new tools to assist you in living a balanced life. Takes place at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, 520 Superior Ave., Classroom 6, Newport Beach.
ONGOING HEART HEALTHY CLASSES
with the JEFFREY M. CARLTON HEART AND VASCULAR INSTITUTE
Low Sodium Eating
Second Wednesday of every month | 1-2 p.m. | Free | Join their Registered Dietician to learn about low sodium eating. You will discuss the role sodium plays in congestive heart failure and the importance of following a low sodium diet to include: sources of sodium, label reading and how to maintain a low sodium diet. You will also learn strategies to modify recipes at home while keeping them healthy and delicious. Takes place at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Room 2 (1st floor), Newport Beach.
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Healthy Eating for Your Heart
Fourth Wednesday of every month | 1-2 p.m. | Free | Join their Registered Dietician to discuss how nutrition impacts cholesterol, blood pressure and weight. Participants will learn label reading and strategies for reducing fat, sodium and sugar intake while still enjoying what you eat. Takes place at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Room 2 (1st floor), Newport Beach.
Dining Out the Heart Healthy Way
Fourth Wednesday of every other month | 1-2 p.m. | Free | Join the Registered Dietician to discuss strategies for making healthy choices when dining out and tips for eating out at various types of restaurants. Takes place at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, 520 Superior Ave., Conference Room 2 (1st floor), Newport Beach.
Breast Cancer Orientation Class
Learn about support and resources available, followed by an educational presentation on breast cancer and an opportunity to meet with the Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator. The class will provide guidance on medical concerns, such as: how to understand your diagnosis or treatment, management of side effects, and ways to navigate the healthcare system.
Thursday, Dec. 19, 2 p.m.-3.p.m. Patty & George Hoag Cancer Center, Conference Room A.
Pet of the Week 
Stu News Newport is delighted to be working with the Newport Beach Animal Shelter to help get the word out in search of loving homes for pets that deserve a warm, nurturing environment and a place to call “home.”
Hazel is here to say...here’s to a day filled with sunshine, just like her. As a full of energy, playful, sweet, young Chihuahua mix, she enjoys being free-spirited. Hazel is wiggly with tail wags all the time. She enjoys both human and dog relationships and would do well with someone who loves an active pet. Please feel free to stop by the Newport Beach Animal Shelter to meet this incredible fun-loving pup.
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Courtesy of Newport Beach Animal Shelter
MEET HAZEL
If you are interested in finding out more about Thunder, or any other animals up for adoption, the Newport Beach Animal Shelter is located at 20302 Riverside Drive, Newport Beach. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, call 949.644.3656, email Valerie Schomburg at vschomburg@nbpd.org. For more information related to the shelter’s undertakings, please feel free to visit the shelter’s affiliated nonprofit’s website, www.FONBAS.org. FONBAS (humans and furries alike) looks forward to making your acquaintance.
Also, consider becoming a founding member of an incredible nonprofit that supports the city’s efforts with providing wonderful opportunities to our stray, injured, ill and owner surrendered domestic pets.
Newport Beach Animal Shelter adoption fees:
–Dogs - $130
–Puppies - $150
–Cats - $90
–Kittens - $110
To find out how you can help support the shelter, visit www.nbpd.org and click on “Our Animal Shelter” to view the wish list. The shelter can always use food and treats; new toys; grooming, hygiene and comfort products; as well as laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, sponges, scrub pads and lint rollers. If you are interested in volunteering, you can fill out and sign the application on the website.
Service Organizations Meetings
What’s on the Calendar?
American Legion Post 291
And American Legion Yacht Club (ALYC). The lodge is located at 215 15th St., Newport Beach.
949.386.0489
www.alyc.com
Elks
Newport Harbor Elks # 1767
The lodge is located at 3456 Via Oporto, Newport Beach.
www.newportelks.com
Exchange Club of Newport Harbor
Meets on Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar.
Call 949.543.7628.
https://exchangeclubofnewportharbor.com
Kiwanis
Kiwanis Club of Newport Beach/Corona del Mar
Meets Thursdays at noon and the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar. For more information, call 949.371.9802. For calendar info., contact Program Chair Jeff Hallin at Jeffrey.hallin@gmail.com
Lions
Costa Mesa-Newport Harbor Lions Club
Known as the Fish Fry Club, they began this community tradition of frying fish 72 years ago. Meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. at The Chicken Coop, 414 Old Newport Blvd., Newport Beach
Harbor Mesa Lions Club (all women)
Meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Staples Meeting Room, 241 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. For information, call Jennifer Kelder at 714.345.6232.
www.harbormesalionsclub.com
Newport Beach Hawaiian Lions Club
Meets the third Wednesday with dinner at 6 p.m.; Club meeting at 7:15 p.m. at Newport Beach Yacht Club, 1099 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach.
Tom Hollister, president, 714.964.7226. email: bertntom@aol.com
Masonic Lodge
Seafaring Masonic Lodge of Newport Mesa #604
Meets for the Stated Dinner on the first Wednesday at 6 p.m. which is free of charge and open to the public. It is followed by the Stated Meeting from 7-9 p.m.
1401 E. 15th St., Newport Beach.
949.515.8788.
www.nm604.org
Rotary
Newport Beach Sunrise Rotary
Meets Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at Five Crowns Restaurant, 3801 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar.
949.612.0992.
Newportbeachsunriserotary.org
On Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 a.m. the guest speaker is Mary Cappellini, chair of the board of Save Our Youth (SOY), a nonprofit that has been serving hundreds of teens each year in Costa Mesa for 26 years. She will discuss SOY's programs for local underprivileged youth in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. These include academic programs, tutoring, college preparedness and SAT prep, college tours, arts and music, dance, health and fitness, and student empowerment training as well as summer camps. SOY also sponsors a high school mentor program, and a monthly career speakers series with local professionals and SOY alumni, which provide guidance to students about college major selection and potential careers.
