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Matthew McConaughey in OC!

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By Greer Wylder
June 21, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: Nearly 500 people attended THINK Together’s annual benefit event Saturday night at the Anaheim Hilton. Actor Matthew McConaughey announced a new partnership between his j.k. (just keep) livin Foundation and THINK Together, which will provide four pilot programs – two in Santa Ana at Century and Valley High Schools, and two in Azusa. The health, fitness and nutrition programs will be integrated into the curriculum provided at those four THINK Together sites, which provides extended learning time to at-risk students. THINK Together began in Westside Costa Mesa, in 1997.   "THINK Together in OC with Matthew McConaughey" Create…

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H.D. Buttercup’s!

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By Greer Wylder
June 20, 2011

Make the trek to Los Angeles for HD Buttercup’s half-yearly sale going on through July 10. At the 150,000-square-foot design emporium all sofas, light fixtures, tables, antique and vintage items, rugs, and art will be discounted 20 to 70%, with items starting at $25. Choose from Sferra Fine Linens, Lillian August, Cisco Home, Timothy Oulton, Urban Woods Environment, Style de Vie, Stark Carpet and more. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. 3225 Helms Avenue in Los Angeles. 310.558.8900.  

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Haven Giveaway!

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By Greer Wylder
June 20, 2011

If you haven't been to Haven Gastropub in Orange, it's quite possible you've been living under a rock. Haven’s “pub meets gourmet eats” concept has earned rave reviews locally, regionally and nationally, being named one of the country’s “Best New Gastropub” by Draft Magazine, which commended the restaurant for having “breathed new life into the old gastropub concept.” This week, some of our favorite restaurateurs, Partners Executive Chef Greg Daniels, Wil Dee and Ace Patel are offering a chance to win a $100 gift card to their restaurant in historic Old Towne Orange! To enter, email Gretchen at gretchen@pacific-creative.digital. This…

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Dad’s Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2011

Pampering your papa this Father’s Day is easy at the St. Regis Monarch Resort. Father’s Day specials at the best address for beach, golf and spa include a “Dad’s Escape” at Spa Gaucin. Dads can enjoy a 90-minute massage at Spa Gaucin, one of the world’s only Forbes Five Star Spas.  During the session, a talented therapist will assess his body, energy and muscle needs and then relax, restore and refresh tired minds and muscles.  The treatment will end with a glass of wine to be enjoyed by the fireplace. $245 for 90 minutes, (a 10 % discount).  Or dads…

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Sunday Company

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2011

So you’re a musical theater buff, but missed out on seeing the New York Philharmonic's star-studded presentation of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” live. You’re still in luck, UltraLuxe Cinemas at Anaheim GardenWalk is showing the film version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” with the New York Philharmonic at a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. and Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Neil Patrick Harris leads an all-star cast which includes Patti LuPone, Stephen Colbert, Jon Cryer, Christina Hendricks, Craig Bierko and Martha Plimpton. “Company” tickets are on sale now at theater box offices or online at www.ultrastarmovies.com. The presentation is rated PG-13 and has…

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