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Dilijan Chamber Players Makes Its Segerstrom Center Debut and Giveaway

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By Greer Wylder
January 06, 2016

Los Angeles-based Dilijan Chamber Players makes its Segerstrom Center debut on Thursday, January 14 at 8 p.m. in Samueli Theater. The evening features works by four of Russia’s great composers from the 19th and early 20th centuries. And, we are giving away a pair of tickets to the performance. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO: 1. Follow Us @ instagram.com/dailydoseoc 2. Like this photo 3. Tag 3 Friends @dailydoseoc in the comments section Winner will be announced Monday, January 11 @ noon p.m. PST The program includes Rachmaninov’s Trio Élégiaque No. 1 in G minor; Shostakovich’s Quartet No. 7 in…

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Daily Dose of Fruits and Veggies

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By Greer Wylder
January 06, 2016

Want to eat healthier in the New Year? Our friends at Melissa’s Produce offer the best and the latest in produce and organics. They are a great resource for what’s in and hot for the season. Melissa's can make your life more tasty, healthy, and convenient every day. Here are the hot new fruits that you can look out for in local markets, or easily order online. Rambutan: (pictured above) similar to the lychee, the rambutan is less acidic and not quite as juicy which makes it easier to eat. Melissa's Asian Pears are remarkably juicy and refreshing, with a…

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HATS OFF TO THE LADIES OF SAN DIEGO

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By Greer Wylder
January 05, 2016

Fashionistas and historians can check out San Diego’s most glamorous and extravagant hats starting Thursday, January 8 through Sunday, January 31 at the Women’s Museum of California.  “Talking Through Her Hat: Hats and the Women Who Wore Them” collection will be held at Liberty Station in honor of women everywhere. From decadent fascinators to traditional bucket hats, the historic collection gives a rare view of hats from the museum’s collection and collectors in the community. The exhibit opening will be held at Liberty Station on Friday, January 8 from 5 -9 p.m. and will include light drinks and refreshments. The museum’s mission is to educate and…

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“The Red that Colored the World”

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By Greer Wylder
January 05, 2016

History buffs and art enthusiasts won’t want to miss Bowers Museum’s latest exhibition, “The Red That Colored the World,” on display through February 21. It tells incredible story of the cochineal bug used for centuries in the Americas, and then discovered in 16th-century Mexico by Hernán Cortés and other Spanish conquistadores. The bug’s juice was found to create a red dye unparalleled by any other in nature; it changed art, science, fashion, and history forever. The dye fueled global economics as it was harvested by the natives of Mexico, and exported globally to China, Africa, and Europe. It was more…

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Introducing “21 Days of Nekter”

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2016

Need motivation to eat well for the New Year? Nekter Juice Bar’s “21 Days of Nekter” is an easy way to start a new habit of healthy living by adding Nekter juices or smoothies into your daily routine over a 21-to 30-day period. Nekter Juice Bar just reduced the priced the “21 Days of Nekter” program to $99! The cost of the 21 juices or smoothies (16 oz.) would normally run $124.95.  Simply purchase their “21 Days of Nekter” card online at nekterjuicebar.com, and then present the card at purchase at any of Nekter’s locations for 21 juices or smoothies…

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