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Star Wars Day at the OC Zoo

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2017

Star Wars Day at the OC Zoo invites Stars Wars fans of all ages to enjoy a fun filled day of activities on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. including visits from Star Wars characters, kids’ crafts, games, and photo opportunities. Zoo animals will receive special treats and there will be animal meet and greets throughout the day.   Visitors are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Star Wars character, and the first 100 children (ages 12 & under) wearing a Star Wars costume will receive a special gift and free train ticket to ride the…

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Electric California Opens in San Clemente

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By Greer Wylder
June 14, 2017

Electric California just opened their new headquarters in a historic San Clemente Building that was once home to Surfing Magazine and legendary surf photographer Larry “Flame” Moore. This iconic San Clemente building has been fully renovated to fit the Electric design aesthetic. Electric California’s premium sport and lifestyle accessory brand is available in their on-site retail store open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store has the entire Summer 17 line available for both men and women. You can pick up the brand’s sunglasses, watches, snow googles, apparel: tees, hats, jackets, beanies and much more. 950 Calle Amanecer in…

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BB Dakota Spring Sample Sale

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By Greer Wylder
June 14, 2017

The much-anticipated BB Dakota semi-annual sample sale is the best time to stock up on the spring line starting at just $5. It’s happening at the BB Dakota corporate headquarters in Costa Mesa for three days only starting June 15-17. Tops and skirts are $5; dresses and pants $10; coats are $20. Cash and credit only. All sales final. Be the first in line and score first dibs on tons of your favorite styles. Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. BB Dakota is at 1638 Pomona Ave. in Costa Mesa.

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Churned Creamery Opens in Irvine

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By Greer Wylder
June 13, 2017

One of our favorite custom ice cream shops, Churned Creamery just opened their newest location in Irvine at the Woodbury Town Center. Irvine is the 5th location of this growing Southern California concept, which recently opened their Cypress location and recently announced plans to unveil stores in Temecula and Yorba Linda. Churned Creamery freshly prepares handcrafted artisanal ice cream, using traditional churning and freezing methods with breakthrough batch freezing equipment. Created in small batches, Churned only uses fresh milk, cream, fruit and imports the finest ingredients from around the globe. Healthy alternatives and non-dairy options are always available as well,…

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New Brunch at Pacific Hideaway

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By Greer Wylder
June 13, 2017

The newest Huntington Beach dining destination, Pacific Hideaway at Shorebreak Hotel launched a daily brunch offering from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. With breakfast-y items such as Banana Muffin French Toast with condensed milk, candied pecans, strawberries, bananas, California Breakfast Burrito with scrambled eggs, bacon, waffle fries, avocado, cheddar cheese, sweet thai chili sauce, and afternoon bites like Ahi Poke Tostadas wonton chips, yuzu-sriracha slaw and Hideaway Burger with cheddar, ‘keep it 100’ sauce, house-made pickle, waffle fries, Pacific Hideaway’s brunch menu takes guests from early morning to mid-afternoon with a  beachside vibes. Special a.m. cocktails include the What's Up Doc? with reposado…

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