Roger’s Gardens is hosting a container gardening workshop with Sarah Smith on Saturday, September 18^th.  The workshop begins at 9;30am.  Horticulturist, Sarah Smith will help students learn which containers are best for their gardens and help you to create designs for different container gardens. This workshop can either be attended live in-person or via a live stream. The workshop will be held in the amphitheater. Live stream will be on Facebook or Instagram. Roger’s Gardens is located at 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road.  For more information or to register for the class, see their website at: https://www.rogersgardens.com/blogs/events/container-gardening-with-sarah-smith.

Irvine is a large master planned community in Orange County surrounded by Tustin, Santa Ana, Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Costa Mesa and Newport Beach. The city was developed by the Irvine Company in the 1960’s and incorporated in 1971. Located at 170 Tribeca, this 1,900 square foot home is part of the Central Park West complex in the Airport Village of Irvine. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom was built in 2019. This one-story condo has an open floor plan filled with natural light. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets and quartz countertops. The unit has a two-car garage with additional storage. Among the many amenities offered at Central Park West are swimming pools, spa, barbeque area and fitness center. Central Park West is close to the South Coast Plaza, Fashion Island, and Irvine Spectrum Center.

Newport Coast is part of Newport Beach and is situated at the southern tip of Newport Beach, just north of Laguna Beach.  Newport Coast is home to many residential developments and the Crystal Cove State Park and Beach with 3,600 acres of protected natural beauty and pristine sandy beaches. Located at 15 Lemans, this 3,800 square foot home is part of the Rivage development. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 2001. The home has a three-car garage, home office and study with built-in desks. The chef’s kitchen features pendant lighting, granite countertops and top-of-the-line appliances. There are wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean, whitewater, city night lights and stunning evening sunsets. This home sits on an 8,300 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a swimming pool, spa, and built-in barbeque area. Among the many amenities offered by the homeowners’ association are a swimming pool. basketball court, volleyball court and sports court.  Rivage is 24-hour guard gated community. Rivage is one the northern border of Newport Coast.

Movies on the Beach 2021 is taking place throughout the month of August at Newport Dunes Resort and Marina.  On Friday, August 6^th, and Saturday, August 7^th they will be showing Toy Story and Toy Story 3. Other movies this month include:

August 13^th                 Wreck it Out

August 14^th                 Shrek

August 20^th                 Moana

August 21^st                  Finding Nemo

August 27^th                 Frozen

August 28^th                 Frozen 2

Enjoy the beautiful back drop of Back Bay, while having a great night out with your family. Bring your beach blankets and chairs. For more information, see their website at: https://www.newportdunes.com/wp-content/uploads/Movies-on-the-Beach-Summer-List-2021.pdf.

Shady Canyon is a group of three luxury communities in the Turtle Rock Village of the city of Irvine. Shady Canyon is 800 acres with approximately 400 homes and 1,000 residents. Located at 50 Boulder, this 9,700 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom Community.  This six-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was built in 2007. The home features an executive office, home theater and game room. Attention to detail can be seen in the multiple fireplaces, wine tasting room and teen or guest wing. This home sits on a large 29,000 square foot piece of property.  Outdoors, there is a detached guest casita, resort style swimming pool, spa, and loggia. Among the many amenities offered in Shady Canyon are tennis courts, security, clubhouse, fitness center and parks.

Newport Coast is part of Newport Beach.  With its high bluff setting, Newport Coast has some of the most amazing view properties in Orange County. Located at 18 Mattina Drive, this 2,700 square foot home is part of the Altezza community. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 1993. Attention to detail can be seen in the arched doorways, large number of windows and pillars in the living room and dining room. The open plan kitchen is perfect for entertaining. This condo is on a corner property, giving it exceptional privacy. There are views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, city night lights and vibrant evening sunsets. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy two private patios, surrounded by tall pines and olive trees.  Altezza is a gated development. Among the many amenities offered in Altezza are a clubhouse, barbecue area, swimming pool, spa, and tennis courts.

Mini Gardeners Summer Camp will take place at Sherman Gardens and Library, live and in-person this year. Kids will be learning to grow vegetables.  Sherman Garden Educators will teach students about growing tasty plants and help kids to create their own mini-garden and how to care for it. There will be several projects in addition to the mini garden including recycled paper pots. This is a STEAM based summer camp. There is a limit of 10 students per group. All activities will take place outside. There are several summer camps to choose from. For more information, or to register, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/events/summer-camp/.

Lido Isle is a residential only island with 850 homes.  It was begun in the 1920’s, making it one of the oldest master planned communities in California.  Located at 318 Via Soud, this 2,700 square foot home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. It was built in 2008.  This two-level home is perfect for entertaining. This home sits on a 4,400 square foot piece of property, which is large for Lido Isle. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy the swimming pool, spa, and a translucent walk-over bridge. The roof top deck has fabulous views of the Back Bay, the Pacific Ocean, city nights and gorgeous sunsets. Lido Isle has many amenities including tennis courts, a private beach and clubhouse.

Newport Coast is positioned between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.  Newport Coast is home to several residential developments including Pelican Hill and Crystal Cove. Located at 87 Mandria, this 2,400 square foot home is part of the Ziani community. This four-bedroom, four-bathroom home was built in 2004. This two-story unit faces the greenbelt. It is a corner unit with a private driveway and no one above or below you.  The master suite is on the first floor and all additional bedrooms are upstairs. The chef’s kitchen features granite countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and stainless-steel appliances. Attention to detail can be seen in the use of Berber carpeting, custom built-ins, and upgraded lighting. Ziani is a gated condo community situated off of Vista Ridge. There are 168 condos in Ziani.  Among the many amenities area swimming pool, cabanas, putting green and a hammock garden.

The Sherman Garden and Library is hosting a workshop on making a Bog in a Bowl: Growing Carnivorous Plants in Containers.  On Thursday, June 17^th, the garden will introduce participants into the world of carnivorous plants such as Venus flytraps. You will create your own miniature peat bog garden with three carnivorous plants. The two-hour workshop will begin at 10am. Registration is required. Class size is limited. The cost is $75 for members and $85 for non-members. For more information or to register, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/event/bog-in-a-bowl-growing-carnivorous-plants-in-containers/.Bottom of Form

Crystal Cove is a group of exclusive developments in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. Crystal Cove is also home to Crystal Cove State Park with 3.2 miles of coastline, 400 acres of bluffs and 2,400 acres of canyons. Located at 6 Sea Glass, this 7,100 square foot home is part of The Tides community. This four-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was built in 2007. There are views of Pacific Ocean, white water and amazing evening sunsets. Attention to detail can be seen in the arched doorways, wood beamed ceilings and custom woodwork. The chef’s kitchen features Wolf stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and a Shaker cabinetry. This home sits on a 14,000 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, homeowners will a swimming pool, loggia with a fireplace, veranda and well-manicured grounds. The stand-alone casita is perfect for guests. The Tides is a 24-hour guard community, situated next to the Sea Crest development. The Tides was built by Standard Pacific Homes.

Newport Coast is part of Newport Beach and just north of Laguna Beach. Newport Coast is home to Pelican Hill and Crystal Cove. Located 4 Vincennes, this 3,700 square foot home is part of the Rivage development. This four-bedroom, four-bathroom was built in 2000. Attention to detail can be seen in the White Oak plank floorings, fireplace and balconies. The gourmet kitchen features Taj Mahal quartz center island, breakfast area and top of the line appliances. The home sits on a 6,500 square foot piece of property. Rivage is a 24-hour guard neighborhood of the single-family homes. Students living in this area attend Newport Coast Elementary School and Corona del Mar Intermediate and High School.

The Newport Performing Arts Center is being revamped.  They will bring year-round performing arts to downtown Newport Beach. There will be dance, music, comedy, theater, speakers and educational programming, all in a restored historical structure in Washington Square. Currently, they have four performances recorded and available virtually online. They are Newport String Project, Victor Main: Classical Guitarist, Cheryl Wheeler: Singer/Songwriter and Griffin Anthony: Singer/Songwriter.  For more information or to view their online series, see their website at: https://npacri.org/.

Laguna Beach is an Orange County city, just south of Newport Beach. Laguna Beach has seven miles of sandy beaches, canyons and coastal hills for endless views. Located at 183 Dumond Drive, this 2,000 square foot home is part of the Victoria Beach community.  This five-bedroom, five-bathroom home is located just a few doors away from the beach. There are panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, sandy beaches, city night lights and stunning evening sunsets. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy lush tropical gardens, three viewing decks and backyard palm trees. Residents are less than a mile from The Montage Resort and Spa and are just steps away from the trolley stop. Victoria Beach is west of the Pacific Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach.

Newport Coast is part of the city of Newport Beach, in the southern tip of the city. Newport Coast offers something for everyone from gated communities to one of a kind beach front estates. Located at 15 Chatelaine, this 2,700 square foot home is part of the Montserrat development. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 1994. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, high windows and open floor plan. This home sits on a 4,700 square foot piece of property.  Montserrat is was built by California Pacific Homes and Developers. There are just 80 homes in this neighborhood. Students living in this area attend Newport Coast Elementary School and Corona del Mar Intermediate and High School.

Roger’s Gardens is celebrating Spring in the Garden from Friday, March 19^th through Sunday, May 9^th. Inside the garden, visitors will discover orchids, indoor plants, annuals, perennials, vegetable starts and much, much more. There are artistic display vignettes. Learn from Roger’s experts about edible gardening, perennial gardening and fun garden art in workshops and talks. Bring some of nature home with you. Roger’s Gardens is open from 9am to 6pm each day. For more information about the event, see their website at: https://www.rogersgardens.com/blogs/events/experience-spring-in-the-garden-br-friday-march-19-sunday-may-9-from-9-am-6-pm.

Pelican Hill is in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. There are five exclusive developments in Pelican Hill: Pelican Crest, Pelican Ridge, Pelican Hill, Pelican Point and Pelican Ridge Estates. Located at 7 Pelican Vista Drive, this 11,000 square foot home is part of the Pelican Crest development. This six-bedroom, nine-bathroom home was built in 2005. Attention to detail can be seen in the stone floorings, custom moldings and heated floors. Homeowners will enjoy entertaining in the billiards room and home theater.  The home and property have near panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor, the Newport Coast coastline, Catalina Island, white water, city night lights and beautiful sunsets. This custom-built estate sits on a very large 29,000 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy covered loggias and sunken Italian Gardens. Pelican Crest is a 24-hour guard gated community with just 158 custom built homes. It was designed by the Irvine Company.

Newport Coast is a part of Newport Beach and is situated just north of Laguna Beach. Newport Coast is home to many residential developments and the Crystal Cove State Park and Beach. There is 18 miles of trails, 3.2 miles of beaches and many tidepools for exploring. Located at 4 Via Rubino, this 6,000 square foot home is part of the Perazul development in Ocean Heights. This four-bedroom, five-bathroom home was built in 2000. The recently updated home is turnkey. The kitchen features a large island. There are far reaching views of the Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor, city nights and impressive sunsets. This home sits on 13,000 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, no expensive was spared there are extensive ponds, fountains, hardscape and rare plants in the gardens. There is an outdoor kitchen, dining area and fire pit. Perazul was built by Taylor Woodrow Homes and it is a gated community. The homeowner’s association has many amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, spa, sports court and tennis courts.

The Sherman Library and Gardens is accepting garden nominations for the 2021 Newport Beach Garden Tour.  This is the 25^th Anniversary of this fund-raising event.  The virtual garden tour will take place on Saturday, May 8^th, Mother’s Day weekend. The selection committee is looking for recommendations of private, residential gardens. Since the tour is virtual this year, the committee is hoping people who would prefer to not have the public walk through their garden will be willing to participate. Participation can be anonymous, if desired. A professional videographer will film the gardens. The tour showcases six gardens each year. The Newport Beach Garden Tour supports Sherman Gardens. For more information or to make a recommendation, see their website at: https://www.rogersgardens.com/blogs/community-events/sherman-library-gardens-now-accepting-garden-nominations-for-2021-newport-beach-garden-tour.

Pelican Hill is a part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. This area is just north of Laguna Beach. The population of Newport Beach is 85,000 while the population of Newport Coast is just 10,000, giving it close-knit feel. Located at 6 Kingsport Drive, this 5,100 square foot home is part of the Pelican Ridge development. This five-bedroom, six-bathroom home was built in 1996. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, fireplace and wet bar. The chef’s kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, two kitchen islands and double ovens. The home has views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding canyons and hills. This home sits on a large 11,700 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a custom swimming pool, spa, and waterfall. Pelican Ridge is a 24-hour guard gated community developed by the Irvine Company.

Newport Coast is a coastal area of Newport Beach, which is home to Crystal Cove, Pelican Hill, Crystal Cove State Park Beach and many other wonderful residential communities. Located at 37 Silver Pine Drive, this 3,400 square foot home is part of the Santa Lucia development. This four-bedroom, five-bathroom home was built in 1998.This home sits on a 5,000 square foot piece of property. The home was remodeled in 2015 and 2019. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, French oak floors and waterfall edged counters. The gourmet kitchen features La Cornue French range and custom cabinetry. There are gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean, the Newport Coast coastline, and the city night lights.  Santa Lucia is just east of Pelican Heights on the edge of Buck Gully Canyon. This is a 24-hour guar gated community with just 100 single family homes.

Corona Beach is water lover’s dream location. Known as the CdM, Corona del Mar is home to vintage cottages, gourmet restaurants and water activities. Big Corona Beach is a California State Beach which is great for swimming and has volleyball courts and fire pits. From Bing Corona explore the cliffs and caves of Pirates Cove, where scenes from Gilligan’s Island were filmed.  Little Corona Beach has an array of tide pools filled with sea urchins and anemones and is terrific for snorkeling. The Goldenrod Footbridge was built in 1928 and is part of the stroll along Ocean Boulevard. For more information about exploring Corona Beach, see their website at: http://californiatidepools.com/little-corona-beach-tidepools/.

Newport Beach is an Orange County city ideally located between Los Angeles and San Diego. Newport Beach has real estate options that appeal to everyone from upscale mobile home parks to one-of-a-kind of the ocean front estates. Located at 2307 Redlands Drive, this 2,000 square foot home is part of the Cherry Lake community. This four-bedroom, two-bathroom home was built in 1960. This is a single level home filled with natural light. This home sits on 7,200 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a spa, fire pit, and elevated deck. Cherry Lake is the only lakeside community in Newport Beach. There are just 19 homes on Cherry Lake. Cherry Lake is bordered by Heather Lane, Lake Park Lane and 23^rd Street.

Newport Coast is the southernmost section in Newport Beach, just north of Laguna Beach. Newport Coast has a population of 10,000 residents, giving it a close-knit feel. Located at 37 Silver Pine Drive, this 3,400 square feet home is part of the Santa Lucia development. This four-bedroom, five-bathroom home was built in 1998. The gourmet kitchen features a large center island, custom cabinetry and a La Cornue range. This home and property have exceptional views of Newport Harbor, the Pacific Ocean, and lovely evening sunsets. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a built-in barbeque area, fire pit and play area. Santa Lucia is just east of the Pelican Heights neighborhood at the edge of Buck Gully Canyon. This is a 24-hour guard gated development, with 100 single family homes.

Back Bay Loop Trail is still open. Back Bay Loop Trail is part of Upper Newport Bay. This is a 10.5-mile trail that winds through Upper Newport Bay with stops at Upper Castaways Park, Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, Back Bay Science Center and Big Canyon. There are many entry points into the Back Bay Look Trail including the scenic stops and Newport Aquatic Center, Back Bay View Park and the Environmental Nature Center. The Back Bay Loop Trail links to the 22-mile Mountains to Sea Trail.  The Mountains to Sea trail is a National Recreational Trail. For more information, see their website at: https://www.newportbeachca.gov/how-do-i-/view/things-to-do/back-bay-loop-trail.

Laguna Beach is seaside city with sandy beaches, canyons and coastal hills. Laguna Beach has a population of approximately 23,000 residents. Located at 44 Emerald Bay, this 3,000 square foot home is part of the Emerald Bay development. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home was built in 1976. Recently the kitchen, living room and dining room have been updated. The home has stunning west facing views of the Pacific Ocean white water, city night lights and evening sunsets.  The home sits on a 3,300 square foot piece of property. There are multiple decks overlooking the ocean and the home has an outdoor shower and spa. Emerald Bay is a 24-hour guard gated community, which is between the Smithcliffs and Irvine Cove developments. Emerald Bay residents have private beach access.

Newport Coast is at the south end of Newport Beach, just north of Laguna Beach. Newport Coast is a master planned community with one-of-a-kind estates, single family homes and condos. Located at 7 Shoreridge, this 9,700 square foot home is part of the Pelican Crest development. This five-bedroom, eight-bathroom custom home was built in 2001. Attention to detail can be seen in the grand staircase, wood paneling and private theater. The gourmet kitchen features wine cooler, center island and chef’s pantry. There are gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean, Newport Beach coastline, and the surrounding the hills and canyons.  This home sits on a large 17,600 square foot piece of property. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a plunge pool and hot tub. Pelican Crest has 166 homes and is a 24-hour guard gated neighborhood.

California Proposition #19 passed in November election, with 8,534,173 or 51.1% of the vote. This proposition will allow eligible homeowners to transfer their tax assessments anywhere in the state. Tax assessments can be transferred to more expensive homes with an upward adjustment. Persons 55 and older, with disabilities or victims of natural disaster or hazardous waste contamination can now transfer their tax assessments from one to three. Secondary properties, such as vacation homes or rentals, inherited from parents to children or from grandparents to grandchildren can be reassessed at market value when transferred, with the first one million dollars being exempt from reassessment. On inherited primary properties, the parent or grandparent can transfer the property without the property’s tax assessment resetting to market value. The additional revenue from generated from this proposition will be used by schools and wildlife agencies through the California Fire Response Fund and the County Revenue Protection Fund.