On July 20^th, 2014 the 79^th Annual Flight of the Lasers will take place.  The starting point for the Flight of the Lasers is the Newport Harbor Yacht Club. The Commodore’s Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the event, which is open to sailors of all ages.  This is a timed event and boats will judged accordingly. The event begins at 1pm. After the event there will refreshments and an awards ceremony. The awards ceremony will be held at the Newport Harbor Yacht Club.  All competitors will receive a commemorative t-shirt.  Trophies will be given for the first ten finishers, first girl, first married couple, youngest boy, youngest girl, best costume, first parent child team, best decorated boat, oldest skipper and bravery in the face of danger.  For more information about this event see their website at: http://www.flightofthelasers.org/.

Crystal Cove is a group of luxurious developments in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove is situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Pacific Coast Highway and is just north of Laguna Beach. The Franco team of real estate professionals will help you find a wonderful home in Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, Newport Beach or Laguna Beach.  Located at 5 Scotia Sea, Newport Coast, this four bedroom, five bathroom home is part of the Windward development.  This 3,700 square foot home was built by Richmond American Homes. Built with a Mediterranean architectural, this home has gourmet kitchen, formal living and dining room and resort style master suite. The dining room and living room look out over a private courtyard complete with fountain.  Outdoors homeowners will enjoy a built in barbeque area, fire pit and spa all surrounded by lush mature landscaping. The home has stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, golf course, Catalina Island and romantic evening sunsets. Windward is a 24 hour guard gated neighborhood. Windward residents, as with all Crystal Cove residents, are invited to take advantage of all the resort style activities offered through the Canyon Club Recreational Center.

On Fourth of July, come to Newport Harbor to get a front row seat to the Old Glory Boat Parade.  The Old Glory Boat Parade is one of the nation’s oldest and largest Patriotic boat parades. The boat parade has over 100 vessels, decorated in red, white and blue.  This year’s theme is “Freedom Calling.” The boats cruise through Newport Harbor. The Harbor Patrol Fire Boat, followed by the VIP Boat will lead this year’s parade.  The Parade kicks off at 1 pm and goes to 5 pm. The parade will line-up at Collins Island, at 12:30pm.  The American Legion sponsors this Fourth of July boat parade.  For more information about the parade or to fill out a boat entry form, see the American Legion Yacht Club website at: http://www.alyc.com/index.php?id=180.

Crystal Cove is part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove is situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Pacific Coast Highway, just north of Laguna Beach.  The Crystal Cove State Park is located here, giving residents over 3,600 acres of beaches, canyons and trails for exploring.  Located at 4 Surf Spray, Newport Coast, this five bedroom, six bathroom home is part of the Nautilus neighborhood. There is a house-wide Sonos music system and other hi-def electronics. The views are spectacular of the Pacific Ocean, white water and vibrant evening sunsets.  Outdoors, residents will enjoy a saltwater pool, spa, cabana, fire pits and water features. Residents are within walking distance to the Crystal Cove Promenade, with many unique shops and al fresco dining options. Nautilus residents, like all Crystal Cove residents, are invited to enjoy all the resort style recreational activities of the Canyon Club Recreational Center. 

McFadden’s Wharf Open Air Market takes place the 4^th Thursday of the month, from May through September.  From 4pm to 8pm, Balboa Peninsula is home to this fun and fresh market. Newport Beach Open Air Markets promote small business and the entrepreneurial spirit.  Each open market features art, new and vintage finds. In addition to the open air market, Balboa Peninsula is home to many restaurants, hotels, shopping, bike rentals and nightlife.  Take in the open air market and make an evening of exploring the local shops and restaurants and stay for the gorgeous sunsets. On Fourth of July, the open air markets will be at Newport Dunes. For more information about shopping the market or being a vender either email at SeaSideEventsNB@gmail.com or see their Facebook page at

Crystal Cove is part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove is home to both the Pelican Hill Resort, Spa and Golf Course and the Crystal Cove State Park.  Located at 27 Tide Watch, Newport Coast, this estate is part of the coveted Sea Point neighborhood.  This home was built in 2008.  This six bedroom, seven bathroom home has meticulous attention to detail throughout the home with custom millwork, marble, custom parquet, and travetine.  The home has an exercise room, courtyard, and state of the art media room. The estate has 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean, Gold Coast views, whitewater and spectacular sunsets.  Outdoors homeowners will enjoy an infinity pool, spa, and mature, professional landscaping. Sea Point resdients, as part of Crystal Cove, are invited to join in all the resort style activities at the Canyon Club Recreational Center. Sea Point is a fabulous place to begin your Newport Coast real estate search.

The exciting and fun Balboa Island Parade will kick-off at 11am on Sunday, June 1^st.  The parade is celebrating its 21^st year of Celebrate Balboa Island Day.  The theme of this year’s parade is Star Spangled Islands: Balboa, Little and Collins. The parade marches down Marine Ave toward the fire station. After the parade, the party will continue with live entertainment from “Big Wednesday” Surf Band and “The Tricia Freeman Band.”  The bands will be performing right in front of the fire station.  The bridge closes at 10:30am, so plan accordingly.  The parade and party are sponsored by the Balboa Island Improvement Association. All parade awards will be presented at the All Island Pancake Breakfast on June 21^st. To see the parade route or learn more about the day’s events see their website at: http://balboa-island.com/.

Crystal Cove is a group of luxury neighborhoods in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove has wonderful views given its location above the Crystal Cove State Park.  The Crystal Cove State Park is a terrific place to explore with over 3,600 acres of beaches, canyons and 18 miles of trails. The 13,000 square foot custom built estate at 4 Mystique, Newport Coast has seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms. The attention to detail in this home is extensive with the use of exotic stone, rare onyx, carved ceiling domes and intricate medallions.  The master suite features a floor to ceiling custom fireplace and a built in king size bed.  Entertaining is a dream in this estate with large formal dining room, ballroom, bar and game room, and an 850 bottle wine room.  Outdoors homeowner’s will enjoy a 10 person spa, infinity pool, putting green and outdoor fireplace.  Crystal Cove Custom homes have panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, Catalina Island and stunning sunsets.

The Aloha Paddle for Water 2014 will take place on May 24^th, 2014, from 12PM to 4PM.  Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina will host the event at Pirate Coast Beach. This is the 3^rd Annual installment of this event which raises money to provide clean and safe drinking water for developing nations through the Charity Water organization.  The Pirate Coast Paddle Company will lead this paddling adventure and are passionate about using their small business to change the world by brining clean water to people living without it. After the paddle enjoy the fun filled beach party with good food, beer, food truck, bounce house, silent auction and raffle.  This event is family friendly. Live music will be provided by Moonsville Collective and Champagne Sunset.  To join in the fun, make reservations and learn more about their charitable organization see their website at: https://piratecoast.webconnex.com/paddleforwater.

Crystal Cove is part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove is home to the Crystal Cove State Park with over 18 miles of trails, 3.2 miles of sandy beaches and 2,400 acres of undeveloped  for exploring.  Located at 8 Rockshore Bluff, Newport Coast, this home ihas unobstructed views of the ocean and is in the highly sought after Oceana Neighborhood. This four bedroom, four bath home has a Santa Barbara architectural style. There are ocean views from all major rooms.  The homeowners will enjoy entertaining with gourmet kitchen, formal dining and outdoor courtyard dining space.  The landscaping was designed by Southwinds, highlighting the aged oak trees.  There is also a casita that has its own bathroom, the casita can be used as a guest room or office. The Oceana neighborhood is close to the Crystal Cove Promenade for shopping and dining.  Oceana residents are invited to join in the resort style recreational activities at the Canyon Club, which is the social hub of Crystal Cove.

The Crystal Cove Alliance and the Crystal Cove Alliance Art Council is offering a very special artist’s workshop led by the highly acclaimed artist John Burton. The workshop titled A Testimony of Beauty, will give students to opportunity to capture the diversity of Crystal Cove State Park in paint. This three day long workshop will work with paint every day in the plein air style.  Participants will learn to express their own artistic voice, while learning to assess their work both objectively and subjectively.  The art workshop will take place April 30^th through May 2^nd, 2014 from 9:30am to 4pm, each day.  The workshop will take place at the Crystal Cove State Park, a true gem in Southern California.  All levels from novice to expert will enjoy this workshop. This workshop costs $450, for the entire three days. For more information about this workshop or any of their other programs see their website at: http://www.crystalcovebeachcottages.com/education/ArtsinthePark.php.

Crystal Cove is located in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach.  Crystal Cove sits between the ocean and the Pacific Coast Highway, just north of Laguna Beach.  Located at 4 Sidney Bay Drive, Newport Coast, this home is a rare find in the Crystal Cove real estate market.  This home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms; it is approximately 4,000 square feet.  The large kitchen is completed with Viking appliances and granite countertops is a chef’s dream. This property backs to the world famous Pelican Hill Golf Course. There are both tee and green views. Outdoors, homeowners will also enjoy a large, infinity edge spa with waterfall, outdoor fireplace and barbeque area. This home is located in the Seabourn neighborhood, which was built by Standard Pacific Homes. Seabourn is the first neighborhood you see as you enter Crystal Cove. Residents are within walking distance to The Crystal Cove Promenade for many dining and shopping options. Begin your Newport Beach home search at Seabourn.