AROUND TOWN - Aug. 18, 2006

TODAY

MONTAGE DESIGNER EVENT

Sip champagne and meet Cynthia Holvey of Cynthia H Designs in the “Treasures” boutique and Gregory Daniels of L’Artisan in the “Fragrance” boutique in the Shops at Montage, from 4 to 6 p.m. (also Saturday). For more information, visit www.montage lagunabeach.com.

SATURDAY

TREASURES OF THE ORIENT

The Festival of Arts explores Asian culture through music, dance and martial arts. The Bowers Kidseum offers Asian-influenced face painting; plus pottery workshops, a Chinese brush stroking class, printmaking workshop. Kickoff at 1 p.m. with Korean Dance, followed by more performances, until 4 p.m. 650 Laguna Canyon Road. Free with paid admission.

For more information, call (949) 494-1145 or LagunaFestivalofArts.org.

SUNDAY

COOKING DEMONSTRATION

Laguna Culinary Arts chefs give a cooking demonstration on “Buon Appetito” Italian cuisine from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road. Free with paid admission. For more information, call (949) 494-1145.

WEDNESDAY

PARENTS CLUB

The Laguna Beach Parents Club will host a barbecue at 5 p.m. in Bluebird Park. All parents and children are invited; bring a snack or drinks to share. No RSVP required. For more information, visit www. lagunabeachparents.com.

THURSDAY

LAUGHTER YOGA INTRO

A free introduction to laughter yoga will be presented from 7 to 9 p.m. by Jeffrey Briar, director of the Laughter Yoga Institute. The seminar will include videos, discussions and simple exercises. To register and get directions, call (949) 376-1939 or e-mail [email protected].