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Greetings Laguna Beach! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Beloved marine mammal center in Laguna Beach reopens after three years
  • Want your Laguna Beach photo featured for the whole community?
  • What theatrical whirlwind is coming to Laguna Playhouse this October?

Also on today's calendar: Laguna Community Concert Band Presents "An Afternoon at the Opera" and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Some rain in the morning, with a high of 71 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny, showers around, temps: high: 68, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and cool, with a high of 72 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Pacific Marine Mammal Center Prepares For Re-Opening After 3 Years (patch.com) — Laguna Beach residents are about to regain in-person access to the Pacific Marine Mammal Center, which reopens Monday, Oct. 12 after a three-year closure. Visitors can explore how the Laguna Beach-based center has expanded its rescue, rehabilitation, research, and education mission, and can also follow current patients online when animals are in care.
   

2. Main Beach Majesty In Laguna: Photo Of The Day (patch.com) — Main Beach in Laguna Beach is showcased through reader-submitted photos taken just before high tide, highlighting the shoreline many locals know well. Residents are invited to send in their own high-quality, horizontal shots of Laguna Beach and greater Orange County life for possible feature, offering a chance to spotlight neighborhood scenery, family moments, and local fun.
   

3. THE 39 STEPS to Open at Laguna Playhouse This Fall (broadwayworld.com) — Laguna Beach theatergoers can look forward to The 39 Steps at Laguna Playhouse, running on select dates from October 27 through November 22, 2026. The fast-paced Hitchcock-inspired comedy features four actors playing over 100 characters, with tickets starting at $88 and available now by phone or online for local audiences seeking a lively night out.
   

4. Bride-to-be gets free wedding dress after woman interrupted her proposal with 'racist' outburst (amedpost.com) — A couple's engagement at Crescent Bay Point Park in Laguna Beach was disrupted when a woman hurled racist remarks, an incident later condemned by city officials as contrary to local values of acceptance. After video of the encounter spread, a Monrovia bridal shop surprised bride-to-be Hayley Lugo with a free wedding dress, offering support and a hopeful note after the ordeal.
   

5. Palos Verdes Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Laguna Beach (maxpreps.com) — Laguna Beach High's girls volleyball team fell 2-0 on the road to Palos Verdes, dropping the Breakers to a 14-14 record this season. Laguna Beach now turns its focus to a non-league matchup at St. Margaret's in San Juan Capistrano on Tuesday, aiming to bounce back against a strong Tartans squad.
   

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  • I'd like to have a 24 hour veterinarian lined up in case of an emergency.
    Not too far from Laguna Beach. Any suggestions please? (Nextdoor The Village)
  • Keep EVs like Teslas away from floods!
    Serious fire risk due to salt water causing short circuits and hence fires - possibly much later. Electric only cars at greater risk due to batteries… (Nextdoor North Laguna)
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  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Customer Service Rep(08493) - 1100 S. Coast Hwy. Suite 205 in Laguna Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laguna Beach here.

Ok Laguna Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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