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Prom Dreams

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By Greer Wylder
February 22, 2012

The next time you’re cleaning out a closet, consider helping Working Wardrobes outfit low-income high school seniors for their prom. Working Wardrobes is in need of donations of men's and women's prom apparel such as dresses, shoes, tuxedos, ties, pants, cumber buns and accessories to make the Dream Girls and Distinguished Gentlemen Prom Event on March 10, a reality for deserving teens. Participating students also will attend etiquette, self-esteem and life-choices workshops and be treated to a fashion show. Santa Ana councilmember Michelle Martinez will be a guest speaker at the event on March 10 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Irvine…

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Ask a professional Matchmaker

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By Greer Wylder
February 15, 2012

We sat down with Kimberly, founder of Palm and Associates, a modern day matchmaking agency in Newport Beach. Her premier matchmaking agency is 100% off-line and dedicated to helping members find love. She gives us insights on what a professional matchmaker can offer busy singles in OC. 1. What are the benefits to using your matchmaking agency over on-line dating? A. Saving our members time while protecting their privacy and most importantly results. We introduce people for lasting relationships not casual encounters. 2. Is matchmaking the new trend in dating? A. Yes, matchmaking is a good fit for serious singles…

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Love, Wine and Chocolate

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By Greer Wylder
February 13, 2012

Join the Wine Lab in Newport Beach on Valentine’s Day from 4 to 9 p.m. for a tasting of fine wines paired with gourmet chocolates and love. Taste five award-winning chocolates from Christopher Michael Chocolates served with with five hand-selected wines; just $40 per person ($34 for Wine Lab Club Members). Limited to 30 seatings. The Valentine's Day flight includes: passion fruit caramel paired with Veuve du Vernay Brut Rose; spicy pomegranate and lime ganache paired with Selbach Incline Riesling; chipotle & honey (spicy chipotle peppers infused into a dark chocolate ganache with honey) paired with Beck-Harweg Grand Cru Alsace Gewurztraminer;…

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Heart-Shaped Treats

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By Greer Wylder
February 13, 2012

Treat your loved one to heart-shaped sweets on Valentine’s Day at SusieCakes in Newport Beach. The old-fashioned bake shop is making special treats such as makin' whoopie pies, sweetheart cookies, Valentine's holiday cupcakes, conversation heart frosted sugar cookies, or a heart-shaped red velvet cake called Susie’s Cupid Cake.   Or, you can order a special SusieGram today and SusieCakes will deliver a treat and personalized love note on Valentine’s Day. Prices start at $17, and vary depending on delivery location.    Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 2043 Westcliff Drive #104 in Newport Beach. 949.646.6881.

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Love Me Do!

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By Greer Wylder
February 10, 2012

Jonathan Adler at Fashion Island invites you to Love Me Do! Find the perfect match on Saturday, they'll be pairing their dreamy pots with decadent bonbons. Plus, receive 10% off their vases, and anything pink and heart shaped. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Jonathan Adler is across from Bloomingdale’s at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. 949.759.0017.

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