Each year, for well over 20 years now, Laguna Beach’s Exchange Club members have joined forces with the Laguna City Police and Fire Departments to shell out thousands of pancakes in the “Take Back the Town Pancake Breakfast” at Heisler Park.

Despite the fact that these dedicated “pancake chefs” are setting up shop at about 6:00 a.m., and slaving over hot griddles till about 11:00 a.m., these folks seem to love it.  The breakfast opens for business at 7:00 a.m.; the real crowds start to gather at about 8:30 or so. And, while there are hundreds of local residents in attendance, you’re not going to be carded for residency. Just be warned – no one but no one gets the pancake batter recipe. (Hey. Don’t fight The Law on this one.)

Come on down to Heisler Park – certainly one of Laguna Beach’s finest parks – and say thanks to the people who watch over us.