🌱 Laguna Playhouse Director Departs + Coast Film Fest On Demand

Hello, people of Laguna Beach! Miranda Ceja here with a brand-new copy of the Laguna Beach Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds and breaks of sun. High: 70 Low: 54.

High tide on Saturday is at 10:08 a.m. at 5.25 feet. Low tide is at 6:07 p.m. at .33 feet.

Sunrise is at 6:31 a.m. and sunset will be at 4:45 p.m.

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Here are the top stories in Laguna Beach today:

1. Ann E. Wareham is departing her position as Artistic Director of the Laguna Playhouse in Laguna Beach, the playgroup announced Friday. She will stay through the end of this calendar year to assist with the transition. (Laguna Beach Patch).
2. Did you miss the Coast Film Festival in Laguna Beach? The Coast Film Festival Virtual edition is ready for on-demand viewing through Sunday, Nov. 28 at midnight PST. (Laguna Beach Patch).
3. Supervisor Katrina Foley announced initiatives for families in Orange County, including diaper distribution, free COVID-19 saliva test kits, and meal distribution for the holidays. (Orange County Breeze).
4. The Orange County Fire Authority wants to make sure Laguna Beach residents and their families don't become a part of Thanksgiving house fire statistics with these helpful tips. (Laguna Beach Patch).

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Laguna Beach Patch Notebook

• Pacific Marine Mammal Center: "Who is more excited about this three day work week #babysidneysaysI #teampmmc #babyharborseal #animalrescue #rehab #ocean #education #collaboration." (Facebook).
• South Coast Water District: "Congratulations to our amazing Tina Gonzalez on her promotion to Customer Service Supervisor! You will hear her smile and energy burst if you call into customer service. Congratulation Tina! #Thankful4OurAmazingEmployees." (Facebook).
• Laguna Canyon Foundation: "The LCF team is always brushing up on their local flora and fauna species identification. Today's activity: a bird scavenger hunt! It's always important to know which species inhabit this environment and learn more about them." (Facebook).

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— Miranda Ceja