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ORANGE COUNTY RESCUE MISSION SECOND ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K

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By Greer Wylder
November 11, 2015

OC families are invited to give back before this year’s big feast by participating in the Orange County Rescue Mission’s second annual “Turkey Trot OC” 5K run/walk. It will take place on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2015, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the Orange County Rescue Mission’s Village of Hope in Tustin. The Turkey Trot OC raises money for the Orange County Rescue Mission to assist homeless and underserved families and individuals throughout Orange County. The Turkey Trot OC 5K will start and finish at the Orange County Rescue Mission’s transitional living facility, the Village of Hope. …

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Molly Wood Holiday Pop-Up Shop

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By Greer Wylder
November 11, 2015

You can celebrate the grand opening of Molly Wood Holiday Pop-up Shop in Laguna Beach on Thursday, November 12 from 4-7 p.m. They will be offering light bites and beverages as you peruse their pop-up collection of modern organic holiday decor, greenery, plants and accessories from their Costa Mesa flagship store and exclusives to the Laguna location. You’ll feel good about your purchase since a percentage of every sale will go towards the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach!  Molly Wood Holiday Pop-up shop is located at 1290 N. Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. Visit Instagram @mollywoodgarden for more details…

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Veteran’s Day Free Screening of “Is Anybody Listening”

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By Greer Wylder
November 10, 2015

On Veteran’s Day, you can attend a free screening from 7 to 9 p.m. of “Is Anybody Listening?” a film by Paula Joan Caplan at St. Mark Presbyterian Church in Newport Beach. The film will be followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Caplan, along with veterans and nonveterans. “Is Anybody Listening?” is based on stories from her father, who served in the Battle of the Bulge, and her award-winning book, “When Johnny and Jane Come Marching Home: How All of Us Can Help Veterans.” The film shows the healing value of listening to veterans’ stories and challenges standard treatments…

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Pressed Juicery Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary with $5 Juice

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By Greer Wylder
November 09, 2015

This month marks the 5-year anniversary of Pressed Juicery and to celebrate, they will be offering all juices and signature blends for just $5 from November 10-14.  Five years ago, childhood friends Hayden Slater, Hedi Gores and Carly de Castro created Pressed Juicery in West Los Angeles with the goal of making nutritious offerings accessible for everyone. Today, Pressed Juicery has expanded to 35 retail locations. It recently opened its first New York City location and has aggressive expansion plans for next year. Juices are made from 100% fruits and vegetables, are non-GMO and never contain added sugars, waters or…

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Four Festive Flavors at Yogurtland

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By Greer Wylder
November 09, 2015

One season and four festive flavors are arriving soon at a Yogurtland near you. Today, Bananas Foster and Cranberry Raspberry Tart make their debut for the pre-holiday season. With Bananas Foster, you can enjoy the delicious flavors of caramelized banana, vanilla and cinnamon inspired by this famed New Orleans dessert. You can also celebrate the season with a tart, yet naturally sweet, festive fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry. Starting December 7, you can stop by for Caramel Almond Bar and White Chocolate Peppermint, two holiday favorites. Caramel Almond Bar is made with caramel, toasty almonds and rich chocolate churned…

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