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FIDM Fabulous! Soiree Benefit

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By Greer Wylder
September 08, 2014

You can join the 3rd Annual Fabulous! Soiree, an evening to benefit the FIDM Museum & Galleries, at Fashion Island on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 5 to 9 p.m.  Enjoy the pre-show party sponsored by Celebrity Cruises with a wine lounge and delicious fare from Fashion Island restaurants, followed by a fashion show presented by FIDM Fashion Design Students. Tickets cost $110 per person, and $200 for couples. You can purchase tickets, here. For more information, call FIDM Museum Fashion Council Office at 949.244.7977. The Fabulous! Soiree will be at the Neiman Marcus-Bloomingdale's Courtyard at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

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Help Kids Skate Today!

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By Greer Wylder
September 05, 2014

The National Scholastic Skateboarding League needs your help to continue its programs for high school and middle school skateboarders, along with student skateboard programs and facility improvements. The non-profit charitable organization was created as a way for students, age 11-18, to showcase their individual talents while participating in non-traditional school sports programs. Any amount of donation will help them continue their mission. You can donate here.

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Dine at Kabuki for No Kid Hungry

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By Greer Wylder
September 05, 2014

Dine out for No Kid Hungry during the month of September at any Kabuki Restaurant  location and receive a $5 Kabuki dining voucher for every $5 donated to No Kid Hungry. Not only can you feel good about dining out during this time, you can try Kabuki’s new menu items, which includes many vegetarian and gluten free options, as well as creative and original dishes like Kabuki’s Veggie Rainbow Roll (made with thinly sliced vegetables instead of fish), Spicy Tofu on Crispy Rice, Tofu Steak, and Veggie Ramen. Kabuki Japanese Restaurant has three Orange County locations in Brea, Irvine and…

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Leave Work Early! It’s Haven’s 5-Year Anniversary

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By Greer Wylder
September 04, 2014

Today, Haven Gastropub in Old Towne Orange celebrates its 5-year anniversary. Make plans now -- this is an all-day celebration you do not want to miss. Haven opens at 10 a.m. and will present an impressive line-up of craft beers on tap, along with chef specials throughout the day. From 10 to 11 a.m. Enjoy their noted Haven Burger, served a la carte, with Dr. Strange Matter, a collaboration for the OC Brew Ha Ha from Bottle Logic and Iron Fist, for only $10. From 3 to 4 p.m. Chefs will be roasting a whole Suckling Pig for the occasion…

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Opening Night NB Wine and Food Fest

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By Greer Wylder
September 02, 2014

The inaugural Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival opening night will be celebrated at RED O Restaurant hosted by Master Chef Rick Bayless on Friday, Sept 19 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. You can enjoy a star-studded evening with celebrity chefs, cocktail party, three-course wine and food pairing and live and silent auctions offering one-of-a-kind luxury experiences. All proceeds raised through the auctions and donations will benefit the Festival’s charity partners, Hoag Hospital Foundation’s Circle 1000 and Project Hope Alliance. VIP Launch Party at RED O on Friday, Sept 19 from 6:30 to 11 p.m., tickets cost $350. Tickets are…

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