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Soon to be in its 60th season, Sawdust continues to be the beating heart of Laguna Beach’s creative spirit. From the fresh bloom of Spring Fling, the sun-soaked days of summer’s original Sawdust Art Festival, to the twinkling magic of Winter Fantasy, each event offers a distinct way to experience the joy of art, the beauty of hand-crafted artwork, and the energy of community. We are gearing up for our 60th anniversary Summer Art Festival !! We are opening the archives, sharing the stories that built Sawdust, and honoring the history.

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States and the Mission San Juan Capistrano, the City of San Juan Capistrano invites all students – grades 1 through 12 – to participate in a city-wide art contest. This is an opportunity for young artists to reflect on our city’s unique cultural heritage, the founding of our nation, and the values of unity, history, and creativity. Learn more at https://sjc250.org/art-contest/

Announcing! The BIGGEST LITTLE ELEPHANT PARADE®: 10 Partners, 50 Elephants. 1 United Mission. With authorization from Elephant Parade® International and the US Elephant Parade, Gallery Dana Bay has created the first ever “BIGGEST LITTLE ELEPHANT PARADE.” This exceptional project brings together 50 talented local artists to create 50 one-of-a-kind 15cm elephants in partnership with 10 Dana Point businesses and community leaders, fusing community engagement and breathtaking artistic expression. Upon completion, elephants will be presented at selected receptions honoring the artists, the elephant-art, and the sponsoring partners for the community to enjoy, photograph and share. Kayla Carlson, Elephant Parade Projects Administrator says, “ Over the years we have seen big smiles on hundreds of visitors and residents alike enjoying and photographing the large elephants on display throughout Dana Point. This exhibition gives the opportunity for expression to 50 local artists supporting public art and elephant welfare.” Dana Yarger, Elephant Parade USA, “Elephant Parade exhibitions have appeared in over 20 countries and major capitals including London, Amsterdam, Milan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Rio de Janeiro, Dubai to name just a few. Dana Point was the first city host in North America and many full size elephants seen in Dana Point are part of that legacy.” An exhibition of all 50 elephants together is planned for the early spring. The unique, wonderful one-of-a-kind elephants will be available to collectors raising funds in support of Elephant Parade projects, education and elephant welfare! Don’t miss out. Be a part of it! Contact Kayla Carlson for more information. Kayla@ElephantParade-USA.com (949) 276-7597