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Learn Indian cooking in a fun interactive class

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By Greer Wylder
January 19, 2018

Discover and experience culinary delights of India! Dr. Vidya Reddy co-owner of Buy Hand in Laguna Beach is also a naturopathic doctor with a vast knowledge of holistic health care. “I traveled to India to study under the greatest sages, I'm an expert in Ayurvedic medicine, trained in yoga and meditation before I opened my medical practice in Canada many, many moons ago,” said Dr. Vidya Reddy. Now, she is launching a series of 12 classes once a month at her shop based on her vast knowledge in Eastern philosophy. The first class is Ayurvedic cooking on Sunday, Jan 28…

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Fit and Fun Events and Bella Terra

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By Greer Wylder
January 18, 2018

At Bella Terra in Huntington Beach, you can join two fun events this weekend. There’s a on Saturday, Jan. 20 from 3 to 5 p.m. The fun-filled family dance party, emceed by DJ’s Bree & Tiffany features game booths, a hilarious soothsayer, prize wheel, hula hoop contests, Hot Potato relays and dance challenges for kids and parents! On Sunday, January 21 from 1-3 pm, start the New Year off feeling fit with a free outdoor yoga class sponsored by Core Power Yoga. You'll also have a chance to see the latest in workout apparel during a special Lorna Jane fashion…

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award-winning children’s educational night light

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By Greer Wylder
January 18, 2018

John and Marlis Fyke, a Corona Del Mar couple and owners of The White Dress also invented an award-winning children’s educational night light projection system called Helio. The Helio Base Station emits LED light through specially designed discs whose content is projected onto the ceiling in a soothing contrast of shadow and light. Instead of seeing stars and moon projected onto the ceiling, kids are treated to a wealth of knowledge as they happily lie back and absorb entertaining, educational facts and images that inspire lively interactions and enlightening discussions. Swapping out the discs changes the subject matter. The Base Station…

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Happy Hour at AVEO Table + Bar

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By Greer Wylder
January 16, 2018

AVEO Table + Bar, a local favorite spot at Monarch Beach Resort offers a must-visit happy hour from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. With one of the most picturesque sunset ocean views in Orange County, a friendly atmosphere, and an extensive selection of food and beverages. Stop by weekly for great local deals, comfortable outdoor seating, evening fire pits, complimentary valet parking and more. This specially-priced Happy Hour menu includes items such as $8 daily oysters, $10 Margherita flatbread, $10 select sparkling wines, and $5 select draft beers. One Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point.

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Orange County’s Credit Union’s “Bite of Reality” for Teens

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By Greer Wylder
January 16, 2018

With thousands of teens entering the “real world” each year, Orange County’s Credit Union in Santa Ana is rolling out the “Bite of Reality” program on Saturday, Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. created by RMJ Foundation to help prepare them for bright futures. This program is designed to instill real-world responsibilities and skills that teens may not receive otherwise. The “Bite of Reality” program encourages teens to integrate their knowledge of money, math skills, attitudes about choices and money value without the traditional classroom lectures. Participants will walk away with more insight on how to spend wisely,…

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