365 Things to Do in Orange County, CA.-Caffienate Yourself... One of my most favorite things to do not just in Orange County, CA. but something you can do wherever you are at is find your local Starbucks, Coffee Bean Tea Leaf, Pete's, etc. get your coffee drink of choice (which mine is usually one of the three.. Just a coffee, sometimes hot sometimes ice based upon the weahter outside, an iced Americano, 4 shots of espresso over water and ice, or a skinny vanilla latte, fat free milk, sugar free vanilla over 2 shots of espresso). Today I am just chilling out at a Starbucks in Huntington Beach, CA. and it's a cold rainy day outside and I couldn't think of a more perfect place to be to do my work. One thing that Orange County, CA. definitely is not in shortage of is local coffee shops. So... 11/04/2011

365 Things to Do in Orange County, CA.- Brussels Bistro-Laguna Beach, CA. Located in the heart of Laguna Beach at  222 Forest Lane in Laguna Beach, CA. This European eatery was established in 2004. Offering Belgium cuisine with a French flair, the Executive Chef, Thomas Crijns has created a superb menu of authentic dishes ranging from Roasted Salmon to Steamed Mussels. You can relax and enjoy your meal and some of the most amazing, mouthwatering, Belgium Beers they have on tap (Chimay, Stella, Hoegaarden, Leffe Blonde, Maredsous, Affligem Blonde, De Koninck, Grimbergen Double, and La Chouffe) on the Terrace or you can dine underground in our casual-urban setting. Savor your meal with the sounds of live jazz Tuesday through Thursday, or on Friday and Saturday when the brasserie-style res... 11/03/2011

365 Things to Do in Orange County, CA.-Laguna Beach, CA. Laguna Beach is probably one of the most amazing cities I have ever been to and I love the fact that it's at my own back door. There is so much to do it is hard to narrow it down. So many art galleries and there is also an art museum that are just phenominal! You go to this city and you start to believe that everyone here is an aspiring artist. There is just so much talent here. Laguna Beach also has one of the most awesome and romantic (I just threw up in my mouth a bit there) coastline, and you have a great view of Catalina Island as the sunsets. Laguna Beach also has a wide array of shops and restaurants.. My favorite place is Brussels Bistro.. I will have to write a post about this place later, but it's belgium food and the mo... 11/02/2011

Orange County Real Estate News For Laguna Beach Laguna Beach Real Estate For Sale including: Short Sale, Foreclosure and REO Homes For Sale Some Laguna Beach Highlights: The Laguna Playhouse is the oldest continually operating theater on the West Coast and provides regular entertainment in an intimate theater atmosphere. Definitely a must-see for theater aficionados. The Laguna Art Museum showcases unique exhibitions as well as the largest permanent collection of artworks by California artists and is one of the oldest museums in the state. The Pacific Marine Mammal Center, a rescue and rehabilitation center in Laguna Canyon, offers up-close and personal viewing of marine mammals by guests. After rehabilitation by volunteers, healthy animals are released back into their natural habitat.... 11/02/2011

Orange County Real Estate News For Laguna Beach California Laguna Beach California Real Estate Information Laguna Beach is southern California's premier, seaside destination midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. A year-round retreat for art lovers, nature enthusiasts and beachgoers, Laguna Beach features seven miles of soft sand and the sound of the surf. Laguna Beach, the second oldest city in Orange County is renowned for it’s mature foliage, stylish cottages, beautiful beaches, coastline, cozy downtown main street shops, stores and art galleries and of course, beautiful multi-million dollar mansions and homes with panoramic coastal views Orange County Real Estate Below you'll find Laguna Beach homes for sale, city government information, interactive maps and demographic data: ht... 11/02/2011

365 Things to Do in Orange County, CA.-If You're Having a Sweet Tooth..... First of all, as you read this blog you will see that there is not actually a list of 365 things to do in Orange County. But if you come back to my blog on a daily basis you will find a new and exciting thing to do in Orange County, CA.  This is to help me commit to blogging on a daily basis and also blog about something I love and know a lot about. My County!!! If you go back and look for other 365 things to do in Orange County, CA. blogs you're probaby not going to find them.. This one is the first one, even though it's approaching the end of the year, the first 365 Things to Do in Orange County, CA. blogs will start today... November 1st, 2011. Please check back daily, subscribe to blog and see what new and ex... 11/01/2011

  Spectacular Laguna Beach CA real estate has short sale listings showing that this local market also has good value opportunities. 286 Laguna Beach CA homes and properties are now active listed for sale – with average list price of more than $3,600,000.  25 of those Laguna Beach CA real estate listings are short sales – with average list price of $1,636,263.         Three Arch Bay home at South Laguna Beach - $2,995,000 - short sale - 3 bedrooms and 4 baths - MLS# S653746 - IDX link               Coast Royal home at Laguna Beach with ocean and Catalina views - $1,795,000 - 3 bedrooms and 4 baths - MLS# L37330 - IDX link         37 Laguna Beach short sales have sold with closed escrows so far this year – with average sold price of $1,080,427.  CONTACT US HERE listing and sale of any La... 10/30/2011

How Do I Start a Short Sale In Laguna Beach CA One of the toughest decisions facing homeowners in Laguna Beach these days is whether or not to do a short sale. Most homeowners don’t understand the process, but what’s even scarier is that most real estates don’t either. Many agents tend to shy away from short sales because they don’t understand how they work. #1 – SELECT THE RIGHT AGENT Like all other professions, real estate agents are not created equally! A Laguna Beach short sale is a very complicated and arduous type of transaction, and most agents just don’t not where to begin. As a seller, YOU MUST SELECT YOUR AGENT CAREFULLY! Choose an agent that is familiar with the process and who has successfully completed at least a couple of short sales preferably with multiple lenders. Make ... 10/12/2011

Former Home of Diane Keaton On The Market The former home of Diane Keaton is on the market in Laguna Beach it is an ocean front 5 bedroom 4.5 bath home.  It has just had a price reduction and is now listed at $8.49 million.  It was reduced by $489,000.  It is a 4,041 sf home on a 12,500 sf lot.  Originally built in 1928 in the California Mission Style.  It overlooks Shaws Cove and has private steps to the sand.  In Laguna Beach it is not possible to build your own steps without Coastal Commission Approval.  This home was grandfathered in and has it's own access.  Home is listed with Hom Real Estate. If you are looking for Luxury Homes in the Beach Communities please contact us. 10/09/2011

People like the panoramic ocean and Catalina island views from TOP OF THE WORLD area homes at Laguna Beach CA.          Top of the World home at Laguna Beach - $1,999,999 - 4 bedrooms and 3 baths - MLS# S660204 - IDX link       See active link to all Top of the World homes now listed for sale at Laguna Beach.          Top of the World home at Laguna Beach - designed by Mark Singer - $1,699,000 - 3 bedrooms and 4 baths - MLS# L33236 - IDX link       _______________________________________________________________ See active links to other Laguna Beach CA homes for sale @ Arch Beach Heights homes at Laguna Emerald Bay homes at Laguna Beach Mystic Hills homes at Laguna Temple Hills homes at Laguna Beach Top of the World Homes at Laguna South Laguna Bluffs homes Woods Cove homes at Laguna B... 10/02/2011

Is the market is improving or at least stabilizing!?  We provide the latest market updates regularly, as well as personal consultation of market direction… The Laguna Beach Closed Sales Report for AUGUST: The Laguna Beach Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the 0-$500,000 Range: 2011   1 listings closed escrow              2010   0 listings closed escrow             The Laguna Beach Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $500,000-$1,000,000 Range: 2011   11 listings closed escrow              2010   9 listings closed escrow The Laguna Beach Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $1,000,000+Range: 2011   9 listings closed escrow               2010   20 listings closed escrow                    *Does a sales report tell the whole story about market environment, consumer sentiment ... 10/01/2011

 Everything looks better with rose colored glasses.  Laguna Beach at twilight. Thankful, that I don’t need to look through them to see the beauty of where I work and live... 09/08/2011

Spectacular custom private gated estate on approx 12 acres surround by open space ensuring total privacy and security. NEW, never lived in custom home with 4 bedroom /7 baths, mature landscaped gardens. Multiple decks all with expansve views of ocean city catalina and beyond, soft contemporary by design, several skylights ensudring lots of natural light, warmth and open feel about the home, dramatic infinty pool spa, theater. Various studies, games rooms. Formal and informal dining and living areas. Elevator and abundant storage. Amazing circular drive way leadiing to the grand entrance great use of natural stones feature the home and blend into the surroundings. Water jet system to ensure safety of the surrounding area and sophisticated water and security systems and much, much more..... 08/30/2011

Laguna Beach Real Estate For Sale Search for Real Estate for Sale in Laguna Beach here. What a great area to live! Laguna Beach Highlights: The Laguna Playhouse is the oldest continually operating theater on the West Coast and provides regular entertainment in an intimate theater atmosphere. Definitely a must-see for theater aficionados. The Laguna Art Museum showcases unique exhibitions as well as the largest permanent collection of artworks by California artists and is one of the oldest museums in the state. The Pacific Marine Mammal Center, a rescue and rehabilitation center in Laguna Canyon, offers up-close and personal viewing of marine mammals by guests. After rehabilitation by volunteers, healthy animals are released back into their natural habitat. Art classes with a local artis... 08/27/2011

  Laguna Beach at South Orange County CA has so many interesting residential properties at this unique art oriented city. 19 SINGLE LEVEL HOMES AT LAGUNA BEACH WITH OCEAN VIEWS are now listed.         Laguna village home with ocean views ~ $5,459,000 ~ 8 bedrooms and 6 baths - MLS# S665535 ~ idx link                   It's amazing that Laguna has so many excellent single level homes with ocean views.                   Emerald Terrace home at Laguna ~ $2,495,000 ~ 4 bedrooms and 3 baths ~ MLS# U11001802 ~ idx link               Laguna Beach home building mostly started after 1946, and those early properties have almost all been renovated.            Mystics Hills home at Laguna Beach ~ $2,179,000 ~ 3 bedrooms and 3 baths ~ MLS# L35767 ~ idx link                   CLICK HERE TO SEE ACTIV... 08/27/2011

  Laguna Beach's annual "Pageant of the Masters" 2011  Finishing its summer run on August 31 at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA   See event web site ~ Festival of Arts/Pageant of Masters   Actors re-create works of art in spectacular living tableaux with narration, live orchestra.  Theme for this year PAGEANT is "ONLY MAKE BELIEVE."  The "Pageant of the Masters" is Laguna's most famous attraction, where more than 500 volunteers are transformed into life-sized re-creations of some of the world's famous works of art.                         ________________________________________________________________________________ Harrison K. Long - solutions for real estate and business - REALTOR® and broker associate, GRI - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - 949-854-7747 (phone) - Ex... 08/27/2011

El Morro Elementary School, Laguna Beach-3rd Grade School Supply List 2011-2012 12-#2 Pencils 2 Glue Sticks 1 Box of Tissues 1 Pink Eraser 8 Broad Tip Markers 1 Pair of Fiskar Scissors 1 Pencil Case 2 Wide Ruled Spiral Bound Notebooks 4-Pocket Folders 12 Pack Pencil Crayons 2 Packages Wide Ruled Loose Leaf Paper 8681 North Coast HighwayLaguna Beach, California 92651(949) 497-7780 School starts September 6th, 2011 08/25/2011

El Morro Elementary School, Laguna Beach-2nd Grade School Supply List 2011-2012 12-#2 Pencils 2 Glue Sticks 1 Box of Tissues 1 Pink Eraser 8 Broad Tip Markers 1 Pair of Fiskar Scissors 1 Pencil Case 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Bound Notebook 3- Pocket Folders 12 Pack Pencil Crayons 8681 North Coast HighwayLaguna Beach, California 92651(949) 497-7780 School starts September 6th, 2011   08/25/2011

El Morro Elementary School, Laguna Beach-1st Grade School Supply List 2011-2012 12-#2 Pencils 24 Pack of Crayons 2-Glue Sticks 1 Box of Tissues 1 Pink Eraser 8 Broad Tip Markers 1 Pair of Fiskar Scissors 1 Pencil Case 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Bound Notebook 3 Pocket Folders 12 Pencil Crayons 8681 North Coast HighwayLaguna Beach, California 92651(949) 497-7780 School starts September 6th, 2011 08/25/2011

El Morro Elementary School, Laguna Beach-Kindergarten School Supply List 2011-2012 12-#2 Pencils 24 Pack Crayons 2 Glue Sticks 1 Box of Tissues 1 Pink Eraser 8 Broad Tip Markers 1 Pair of Fiskar Scissors 1 Pencil Case 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook 3-Pocket Folders El Morro Elementary School 8681 North Coast Hwy,Laguna Beach, California - 92651(949) 497-7780 School Starts September 6th, 2011 08/25/2011