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🌱 Patch AM: How to explore Laguna Niguel’s parks, lake, and hidden botanical preserve
Happening soon: Laguna Niguel Fall Crafts Faire on the Laguna Niguel Patch calendar

Good morning Laguna Niguel! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How to explore Laguna Niguel's parks, lake, and hidden botanical preserve
Also on today's calendar: Pacific Airshow & Whale Watch Safari | Dana Point to Huntington Beach and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Hot with sunshine, with a high of 94 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Sunny and toasty conditions, temps: high: 95, low: 67.
- Tuesday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 91 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Between LA And San Diego Is A Laid-Back Suburban City With Scenic Parks And Lake Fun (explore.com) — Laguna Niguel gets a full spotlight here, from its extensive park system and popular regional park lake to the volunteer-run Niguel Botanical Preserve. You'll find details on hiking, birdwatching, fishing, and how to reach the city, plus where nearby you can actually stay since there are no hotels within Laguna Niguel itself.
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📸 Around Laguna Niguel
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Laguna Niguel
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★ Featured events ★
- Laguna Niguel Fall Crafts Faire →
Crown Valley Community Center, 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel
9:00 am
Monday October 5
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Other local events
- Pacific Airshow & Whale Watch Safari | Dana Point to Huntington Beach →
Capt. Dave's Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari, 24440 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point
8:00 am - Evening Wine Cruise with Zach Churchill →
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
5:30 pm - Half Priced Whale Watching! →
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
10:00 am - Laguna Niguel City Council Meeting →
Laguna Niguel City Council Chambers, 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel
7:00 pm - Regular City Council Meeting →
City Hall Council Chambers, 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel
7:00 pm - Advanced Fitness Hike →
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel
8:00 am - Laguna Niguel Woman's Club-October General Meeting →
Laguna Niguel City Hall, 30111 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel
3:00 pm - Evening Wine Cruise →
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
5:30 am - Laguna Community Concert Band Presents "An Afternoon at the Opera" →
The Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach
2:00 pm - Half Priced Whale Watching! →
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
10:00 am - Evening Wine Cruise →
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
5:30 pm
Sunday October 4
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
Sunday October 11
Tuesday October 13
Friday October 16
📣 Laguna Niguel Shout Outs!
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- Capstone Federal Credit Union — (949) 716-5746
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- i'm looking for a reliable house Sitter who love pets.
I need someone to take care of my furry friends and keep eyes on my home while I'm away. Please contact me if you're interested riveranancy0012… (Nextdoor Beacon Hill) - This event will be indoors with the heat!!!!
Come see the Doggie Bonez pups in comfort. This Sunday 10-4-26. (Nextdoor Pacesetter Laguna Niguel)
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for Shift Lead in Laguna Niguel. Apply here.
- Hanover Company posted a job opening for Leasing Consultant - Hanover Laguna Niguel in Laguna Niguel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laguna Niguel here.
🗞 Nearby News
Laguna Beach
- Letters to the Editor 100226 (stunewslaguna.com)
- The city of Laguna 100226 (stunewslaguna.com)
- Plein air painters set to take over Laguna in LPAPA Invitational (latimes.com)
San Juan Capistrano
- This Barbecue Joint In San Juan Capistrano, California Serves Brisket Worth The Drive (takingthekids.com)
Lake Forest
- Get Out In Lake Forest: Halloween Festivities, Nature Hikes In OC Parks This October (patch.com)
Ok Laguna Niguel! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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