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call 494-4321 or e-mail coastlinepilot@ latimes.com. Submissions must

be received two weeks before publication. A complete listing may be

found at http://ukobiw.net. /tcn/coastline/.

TODAY

BIKE IT UP LAGUNA

Laguna Beach Rotary will host an evening filled with tips and

techniques from the pros for the trail and the street. Led by Linda

Yadao, a national bike safety educator, children will learn the

etiquette and rules of cycling including the consequences of ignoring

traffic laws and rules of the road . Participants can also enter a

drawing for a bike, helmets and tons of cool stuff. The event will

take place at 7 p.m. at Thurston Middle School, 2100 Park Ave.

Information: Web: www.lagunabeach grandprix.com.

CALL FOR ENTRIES

The Laguna Beach Senior Center and the Arts Commission in

conjunction with Banking on Art is accepting artwork from Orange

Country residents 55 and older for the fifth annual Senior Art

Exhibit. All entries must be original and have been executed within

the past two years and must be submitted no later than 4 p.m. Sept.

26. The winning entries will be exhibited at Wells Fargo Bank during

the month of October. Information: (949) 464-9535.

GET ORGANIZED

WEEK CONTEST

Local members of the National Association of Professional

Organizers will sponsor, “Help I need an organizer!� The winner will

receive a free hands-on organizing session with a professional. To

enter submit a paragraph or two describing your situation and why you

need help. Entries should be mailed to “Organizing Contest,� P.O. Box

244, Laguna Beach, Calif. 92652. The deadline is Sept. 28.

Information: (949) 464-0988.

SATURDAY

RED FLAG PATROL VOLUNTEER TRAINING

The Laguna Coast Fire Safe Council will hold a volunteer training

session from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Conference Room A at City Hall, 505

Forest Ave. The session will be conducted by representatives of the

Laguna Beach Fire Department and the Orange County Fire Authority.

Volunteers will patrol in pairs and will be asked to drive two-hour

shifts acting as additional eyes and ears for the fire department to

aid in detecting and reporting fire. Information: (949) 494-5157.

PEDIATRIC BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CLASS

South Coast Medical Center will hold a Pediatric Basic Life

Support class for registered daycare / childcare providers. This

four-hour class will include instruction on “Pediatric CPR� and

“Obstructed Airway Techniques� for infants (0-1 years) and children

(1-8 years). This class is also recommended for parents, grandparents

and baby sitters. The class will meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the

auditorium at South Coast Medical Center, 31872 S. Coast Highway.

Reservations are necessary. Information: (949) 499-7177.

DRILLS AND SKILLS FOR A CYCLE SMART COMMUNITY

The Rotary Club of Laguna Beach will hold a seminar for bicyclists

to learn how to make appropriate decisions in a variety of complex

traffic situations. Participants are encouraged to bring their bikes,

helmets and favorite riding gear to earn an official Laguna Beach

Rider Permit. The event will test balance, braking, hand signals,

group riding and more. The event will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. in

the Lumberyard parking lot. Web: www.lagunabeach grandprix.com.

SUNDAY

YOGA PLACE

The studio will hold an introduction to Yoga course. The class

will meet from 1 to 4 p.m. at 30818 S. Coast Highway. The class costs

$30 in advance; $40 the day of. Information: (949) 415-0955. Web:

www.yogaplace.com.

TUESDAY

COUNCIL OF

CATHOLIC WOMEN

St. Catherine’s Council of Catholic Women will hold its annual

membership tea at 11 a.m. at the Laguna Beach United Methodist

Church, 21632 Wesley Drive. Information: (949) 494-4544.

SYNDROME X: THE

DIABETES CONNECTION

Wild Oats, in conjunction with Dr. Peter Muran, will hold a

seminar at 4 p.m. in the Wells Fargo Bank Community Room, 230 Ocean

Ave. Reservations are required. Information: (949) 472-3717.

WEDNESDAY

HEARTSAVER CLASS

South Coast Medical Center will hold a “Heartsaver Class� for all

health professionals, including doctors, nurses, nurse aides, dental

office staff, spa/gym instructors and healthcare students. This

four-hour class will feature instruction on CPR for adults, infants,

children, two-person CPR and Obstructed Airway Techniques for all

ages. The class meets from 6 to 10 p.m. in the auditorium at South

Coast Medical Center, 31872 S. Coast Highway. Reservations are

necessary. Information: (949) 499-7177.

THURSDAY

The Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce, Laguna Beach Taxpayer’s

Association and North Laguna Community Association will host a city

council candidates’ forum. The forum will begin at 7 p.m. on the

third floor of the Wells Fargo Bank, 260 Ocean Ave. Information:

(949) 494-1018.

SEPT. 27

OPEN HOUSE

The Laguna Beach Retirement Community will host an open house and

happy hour at 3:30 p.m. at 2130 S. Coast Highway. Opera singer Sisa

will perform. Reservations are suggested. Information: (949)

376-3144.

SEPT. 28

The Laguna Beach Rotary Grand Prix

The Laguna Beach Rotary Grand Prix will debut with a series of

races including the UCSF Sanctioned Professional Criterium Bicycle

Race and the Shimano Kid’s Race Series. There will also be a

Celebrity Chase that will include Kermit Alexander, former, All-Pro

defensive back for the ‘49ers and the L.A. Rams, Jim Hill, sports

director, CBS Sports, to name only a few. The Nicole Spirit

Invitational will launch young athletes younger than 23 who are

auditioning for USA Cycling and Junior National Championship teams.

There will also be a Health Fitness Merchandise Expo where

participants can learn more about health, blood pressure,

cholesterol, body fat and more. The first race will begin at 7 a.m.,

the Shimano Kids Race Series at 10:25 a.m. and Celebrity Chase at 11

a.m. The day’s races will take place in downtown Laguna Beach. The

start/finish line is on Forest Avenue. Racers can register online.

All races are $35, except the Shimano Kids and the Celebrity races.

The PRO 1 and 2 race is $50. Non-racers are encouraged to volunteer.

Information: (949) 499-1968. Web: www.lagunabeach grandprix.com.

GIRLS AND BOYS CLUB CELEBRITY EVENT

As part of the Laguna Beach Rotary Grand Prix, the Laguna Beach

Boys and Girls Club will hold a practice session on rules of the road

and group riding tips. Activities will include making plans for teams

and themes for decoration of the bikes. Participants can also enter

the drawing for a bike, helmets and tons of cool stuff. The event

will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Boys and Girls Club, 1085

Laguna Canyon Road. Information: (949) 494-2635. Web: www.lagunabeach

grandprix.com.

SATURDAY BARBECUE

The Laguna Beach Retirement Community will host an A

Western-themed barbecue at noon at 2130 S. Coast Highway.

Reservations are suggested. Information: (949) 376-3144.

SEPT. 29

YOGA PLACE

The studio will hold a class titled, “Partner Yoga: An Exploration

Of Trust, Communication and Companionship� with Kate Olafson. The

class will meet from 1 to 4 p.m. at 30818 S. Coast Highway. The

series costs $50 in advance or $60 starting the day of. Singles cost

$30 in advance or $35 the day of. Information: (949) 415-0955. Web:

www.yogaplace.com.

DAYAN QIGONG

The Laguna Beach Boys and Girls Club will hold a free

demonstration on the relaxing and beneficial practice of Dayan Qigong

from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 1085 Laguna Canyon Road. Information: Judy

Shield, (949) 768-1652.

PET CHIROPRACTIC

Wild Oats will host Dr. Block, who has 10 reasons why a pet should

see a chiropractor, at 1 p.m. The market is located at 283 Broadway.

Information: (949) 376-7888.

ONGOING

CLASSES

Wild Oats in conjunction with Dr. Norris Carr, N.D., presents

Health Nights from 6-7:30 p.m. every Friday evening at 1060 N. Coast

Highway. Reservations: (949) 494-6576.

Steven S. Sadleir, founder of the Self Awareness Institute holds

meditation classes at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday. Classes will meet at

the Neighborhood Congregational Church, 340 St. Ann’s Dr.

Information: (949) 497-9954.

“Shall We Dance� is a ballroom dancing class that meets from 7 to

10 p.m. every Tuesday in Bridge Hall at the Neighborhood

Congregational Church, 340 St. Ann’s Drive. Each class is $12 or $60

for six weeks. Information: (949) 494-8061.

Weight Watchers holds a weekly meeting at 5 p.m. every Thursday at

Neighborhood Congregational Church, 340 St. Ann’s Drive. Each class

is $9.95. Information: (949) 494-8061.

Carrie Pitt teaches a Yoga class from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. every

Thursday in Bridge Hall at Neighborhood Congregational Church, 340

St. Ann’s Drive. Each class is $10. Information: (949) 494-8061.

Neighborhood Congregational Church hosts a guided candlelit

meditation from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday in the sanctuary at 340

St. Ann’s Drive. A small donation is requested. Information: (949)

494-8061.

FITNESS

Bikram Yoga Laguna Beach holds 90-minute classes every day of the

week. The system consists of 26 poses and two breathing exercises

practiced in a 105_ studio. The studio is at 610 N. Coast Highway,

second floor. Information: (949) 376-7077. Information:

www.bikramyogalaguna.com.

Laguna Yoga offers class levels ranging from gentle to strong that

inspire the union of mind, body and spirit. It is at 1100 S. Coast

Highway. Information: (949) 497-2022. Web: www.lagunayoga.com.

Yoga Place offers 70 classes a week, morning and evening; all on a

drop-in basis. The studio offers all major styles of Hatha yoga and a

full-service Pilates studio for private or semiprivate sessions. The

studio is at 30818 South Coast Highway. Information: (949) 415-0955.

Web: www.yogaplace.com.

SENIORS

The Laguna Beach Senior Center hosts a monthly USDA surplus food

distribution from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. the last Friday of the month.

Participants must have a monthly income less than $1,044 for a single

person and $1,407 for two. The distribution will take place on the

upper level of the Veteran’s Memorial Community Center, 384 Legion

St. Information: (949) 464-9535.