The Sherman Library and Gardens is offering a Koi Fish and Lilypond painting class. On August 10th, from 10am to 12:30pm, local artist Helen Plehn will teach this acrylic painting class. You will go home with colorful Koi and Waterlily pond, 8” by 10” canvas painting. The instructor will guide you through how to do a fifteen-minute Waterlily and Koi meditation while waiting for the acrylic paint layers to dry. All materials will be provided. This class is designed for all levels of ability from beginner to accomplished. The cost is $110 for members and $120 for non-members. For more information, see their website at: https://thesherman.org/event/painting-class-koi-fish-lilypond/.
Irvine is a large master planned city bordered by Tustin, Santa Ana, Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Costa Mesa and Newport Beach. Irvine was begun in the 1960’s by the Irvine Company and incorporated in 1971. Located at 2 Sunpeak, this 6,100 square foot home is part of the Crest development in the Turtle Rock Village. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home was built in 2010. Attention to detail can be seen in the high-volume ceilings, custom fireplace, and bay style windows. The chef’s kitchen features a refrigerator, large center island and dual oven. This home sits on a 10,500 square foot piece of property, with a corner lot setting. Turtle Rock is in the south section of Irvine, near Newport Beach. Among the many amenities offered in Turtle Rock are a clubhouse, swimming pools, tennis courts and five acres of outdoor spaces.
Pelican Hill is part of the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. The population of Newport Beach is 85,000 while the population of Newport Coast is 10,000 residents giving it a close-knit feel. Located at 7 Shoreview, this 11,000 square foot home is part of the Pelican Point development.This six-bedroom, ten-bathroom home was built in 2003. Attention to detail can be seen in the use of walnut, stone and ebony floors, paneled office and use of artisan lanterns. There is elevator access to all levels. The home has a gym, second entertaining kitchen, and luxurious master suite. The home sits on a large 24,000 piece of property, with views of the 13th hole of the Pelican Hill Golf Course. Outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a mosaic tiles swimming pool, spa, outdoor fireplace, barbeque station, and detached casita. Pelican Point is a 24-hour guard gated with 48 custom built estates.