The Sherman Library & Gardens has announced the dates for its ninth annual Night of 1,000 Lights. This year’s theme is “Candy Land” and will feature decorations that are reminiscent of the board game. The event will be held for 13 nights in December, and tickets are on sale now. Dates are Dec. 9 and 10 and Dec. 14 through 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. Each night will have three separate entry times at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. Admission is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers.
Visitors ages 3 and under are admitted at no charge. Tickets can be purchased at experience.thesherman.org/nights-of-1000-lights.
“We look forward to witnessing lasting memories being created with friends and family as they celebrate the magic of the season at Sherman Library & Gardens,” said executive director Scott LaFleur in a statement.
Annual Laguna Beach Open Volleyball Tournament returns
The 68th annual Laguna Open Volleyball Tournament at Main Beach is this weekend. The tournament, which started Friday and concludes Sunday, is co-hosted by the city, Assn. of Volleyball Professionals, the California Beach Volleyball Assn. and locals.
Play begins at 8 a.m. every day. Players will compete for $25,000 with finals scheduled for noon on Sunday. For more information, visit lagunabeachcity.net/government/departments/parks-recreation/special-events-programs/volleyball-tournaments. As part of the main schedule, locals will also be able to compete in the Battle of the Beaches Four-Person City Championship on Sunday with pool play at 10 a.m. and finals at 2 p.m. The event is free to attend.
Sgt. Pepperoni raises $75,000 for Julian’s LEGO Corner
Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store announced Friday that it raised $75,000 and collected nearly 400 Lego kits for Julian’s LEGO Corner at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County during its recent drive. Throughout September, three of the