Hello Back Bay Beaux, happy Friday!

We thought we were being cheeky about “no-sky July”, but apparently millions of Californians just lived through the coldest first two months of summer in their lifetime. So it’s not just us, it has been colder than usual. But the dog days appear to be arriving, with upper 70s and mostly sunny skies to accompany the first second weekend in August. Also there’s a full moon on Saturday, which would explain our editor’s erratic behavior.

To the 100ish new readers since our last send—welcome! The Back Bay Buzz delivers just the right amount of news and events for locals in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. No crime, no politics, no spam—just the good stuff. We scan newspapers, blogs, social media, business journals, and Google alerts so you don’t have to.

In today’s Buzz:

• Rye Goods launches Buns

• Pickleball with Frank Pritchard

• Party at Sherman Gardens

• Back to School Sendoff

— Jon Dougher, Publisher, Back Bay Buzz

John Wayne Airport Launches ‘Families on the Fly’

Traveling with kids just got easier at John Wayne Airport. A new TSA program, Families on the Fly, lets families use TSA PreCheck lanes without purchasing passes. These lanes are typically faster and less stressful, helping parents get through security without the usual rush.

The designated family lane is located at Checkpoint B in the central terminal. “With Southern California being one of the top tourist destinations in the U.S. for vacationing families, I’m excited we can now expedite their screening process and enhance their overall airport experience,” said TSA Federal Security Director Jason Pantages. Just add direct flights to Palm Springs and SNA would be perfect…

• Grab Some Rye Burger (Buns)
  Rye Goods is hard launching their burger buns this weekend 🍔 
  Info
  

• Summer Garden Party - Sherman Gardens

  Sat Aug 9th 4-7pm

  Info

• Take a Hike - Sunset Fitness Hike on Paved Hicks Haul Road
  Is this technically local to NB or CM? No. Should you go hiking more? Yes.
  Burn your couch, go outside, and touch some grass.
  Info

• Celebrate National Pickleball Day with Frank Pritchard - J.Pritchard (Fashion Island)
  “Stop by J.Pritchard for a complimentary Tote and the chance to meet Frank Pritchard from the founding family of Pickleball.”
  Sat Aug 9th 10am-12pm
  Info

• Maison Plage Pop-Up at SHOPPE - Lido Village
  Sat Aug 9th, 11-3pm
  Info

• Crumbfounded Pop Up - The Lab

  Crumbfounded Sourdough Lab Immersive Bakery Pop Up
  Sunday, August 10th by the barrel fountain 10am-sold out!
  Info

• Summer Back to School Send-off Halecrest Park, Costa Mesa

  “Obstacle course, bounce house, Magic Steps Music, Princess characters, balloon art, more…”

  Sun Aug 10th

  Info

• Fun Run 5k 🏃 - OC Fairgrounds
  Sun Aug 10th 8am
  Register

UPCOMING:

• Community Open House - Oasis Senior Center Share your thoughts on the CDM Commercial Corridor Study
  Tuesday Aug 12th 5:30pm
  Info

• Summer Concert Series: Brian Culbertson - Hyatt Regency NB
  Sun Aug 17th 7pm
  Tickets

• Summer Concert Series: Coriander - Vea Newport Beach
  Sun Aug 24th 4-6pm
  Tickets

• Bar Tinto Opens at WIP Goods

  “Expect fresh Mexico City inspired flavors, a well curated music selection, and a fun ever-changing lineup of natural wines. See you after dark”

  Thursday, Aug 31

  Info

• REDO Vintage Market - OC Fairgrounds
  Sep 12-13th
  Info

• Pacific Wine and Food Classic - Newport Dunes

  Sat Sep 20th 1pm-5pm

  Tickets

Friday
66🌡️ 77 I 🌤️ I 7% Rain I 🌬️ ↗️ SW 10mph

Saturday
66🌡️ 75 I 🌤️ I 9% Rain I 🌬️ ↗️ SW 11mph

Sunday
67🌡️ 75 I 🌤️ I 10% Rain I 🌬️ ↗️ WSW 10mph

🌊 Water temp = 67º
Suit Rec: Spring

THIS WEEKEND:

• Barnyard Storytime at Tanaka Farms ($5/person, 2 and under free)
  Friday, 08 August

  10:30 am - 11:00 am
  Info

• Little Seedlings Storytime at Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona Del Mar
  Friday, 08 August

  10:00 am - 10:30 am
  Info

• Dads & Little Melons at Tanaka Farms ($37)
  Saturday, 09 August

  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  Info

• Summer Back to School Send-off - Halecrest Park, Costa Mesa
  “Obstacle course, bounce house, Magic Steps Music, Princess characters, balloon art, more…”
  Sun Aug 10th
  Info

 Farmers Markets🥬🥕:

Costa Mesa - SOCO (Saturdays 9-2)

Corona Del Mar - PCH & Marguerite (Saturdays 9-1)

Newport Beach - Balboa Pier (Sunday 9-1)

FAMILY PLAN AHEAD:

• $5 Movies at AMC - AMC Tustin, Irvine
  “Get a steal of a deal on tickets to some of your favorite past animated films every week with Summer Movie Camp, now through 8/13”
  Info
  

Other Bands in Town:

Costa Mesa – August 8–10, 2025

• Flashback Heart Attack – The Harp Inn – Friday, August 8, 9:00 PM–12:30 AM

• Circle of Willis - Foxy Codon - Tiki Bar - Fri Aug 8th, 7pm

• Singer-Songwriter Showcase – The Harp Inn – Saturday, August 9, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM

• Somehow Unseen - Tiki Bar - Sat Aug 9th 7pm

• The Blue Byrds Band (Allman Brothers Tribute) – The Harp Inn – Saturday, August 9, 8:30 PM–12:30 AM

• Crossfire Band with Jimmy Z – The Harp Inn – Sunday, August 10, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM

• We’re No Gentlemen - Tiki Bar - Sun Aug 10th 7pm - Tiki Bar

• Adrian Watkins, Sojirn, Janneth Escobar, Kimmy Pidazo - Wayfarer - Sun Aug 10th 7pm

Newport Beach – August 8–10, 2025

• Kenny Metcalf Elton & the Early Years Elton John Tribute - Campus JAX - Sat Aug 9th 8pm

• Live Music on the Lido Deck – Lido Marina Village – Sunday, August 10, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM – (Artist not specified, generically listed as part of the weekend lineup)

🎵 ⏩️ PLAN AHEAD:

• T-Pain - DJ Montay - Pacific Ampitheatre - Wed Aug 13th - Tickets

• Swift Nation - Bad Guy Billie - Pacific Ampitheatre - Sat Aug 16th - TIckets

• ZZ TOP - FOGHAT - Pacific Ampitheatre - Sat Aug 30th - Tickets

• Mickey Avalon (yes That Mickey Avalon)- Wayfarer
  Sat October 18th

Thanks! Please ignore any typos, our editor had the full 9” Roast Beef and Salami at C’est Si Bon and is not feeling so bon.

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