Each week, Arts Orange County and Culture OC deliver you this look at the stories and events happening in our arts and cultural community.

Jennifer Guidi: And so it is

The first US solo show for this native Californian artist who, inspired by the brilliant sunset colors of our state, is presenting several newly-completed paintings and a striking sculptural installation, all at the Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa MORE

Anne Marie’s Favorite New Restaurants of 2023

Culture OC's food columnist looks back on a delicious year.

The Comings, Goings and Passings in 2023

The last 12 months were filled with significant changes to the cultural scene in Orange County. Several major arts institutions said goodbye to their leaders and started the challenging search for a successor – the biggest changing of the guard since 2018.

2023 Top 5 Moments in Culture, Visual Arts and Food

The clock is certainly ticking on 2023. But while we have a few precious moments left, let’s look back on the best in arts and culture this past year in Orange County – and in one case, beyond.

2023's Top 5 Moments in Theater, Dance and Classical Music

The year 2023 is rapidly coming to an end. But while we box up assorted gifts and prepare for 2024, let’s take a moment to reflect on the best in arts and culture this past year.

Each week, we recommend a variety of events and experiences from the listings at SparkOC.com, our free website for Orange County's arts and cultural community.

Holidayz at the Park

There are still a few days left of the 12 Days of Christmas, so visitors to the Great Park in Irvine can enjoy the winterscape decorations and activities through this Sunday MORE

First Thursdays Art Walk

The monthly tradition continues as museums and galleries throughout Laguna Beach present special evening programming and exhibitions on the first Thursday of the month MORE

Story Book Sunday

San Clemente's Casa Romantica invites families with young children to experience books, crafts, and activities meant to nourish a love of reading - free Casa admission included with RSVP MORE

International Festival of Chocolate

Live performances, enlightening history, and family art-making activities are all part of the free festivities at the Bowers Museum; and of course, multiple opportunities to taste chocolate along the way MORE