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Win a Toyota Prius for JDRF!

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2017

You could win a new Toyota Prius and help fund a cure for type 1 diabetes! The drawing will take place at the JDRF Dream Gala on Saturday, March 18 at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. The winner doesn’t need to present to win. The Toyota Prius is valued at $26,000. Raffle tickets are available for $100 each, or 3 for $250, or 7 for $500. Only 500 tickets will be sold - get yours today!  The car was generously donated by Capistrano Toyota in San Juan Capistrano. To enter the raffle, call 949.553.0363 or click here. For more information, email…

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Hammitt Anniversary Sale

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2017

Attention fashionistas! Here’s an anniversary party you won’t want to miss. Hammitt, a luxury handbag and accessories company, is celebrating 9 years by hosting an anniversary party and bi-annual sample sale on Saturday, March 11 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Manhattan Beach Studios. The event is free but RSVP’s are required to attend. RSVP here. Giving back to loyal customers, Hammitt is known to provide guests with a day they will never forget by treating attendees to specialty cocktails, gourmet bites and entertainment along with the beloved Hammitt sample sale. Manhattan Beach Studios is at 16000 Rosecrans…

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34th Annual Spirit Run at Fashion Island

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By Greer Wylder
March 09, 2017

The annual Newport-Mesa Spirit Run is celebrating its 34th year of bringing fitness and fun to adults and children, while supporting local schools. It will be held on Sunday, March 12, at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. The Spirit Run includes seven adult races (5k, 10k, 15k, elite mile, sub elite, open mile, and dog mile), and eight youth races (5k, six 1/4 to 1-mile races, and Toddler Trot). Spirit Run also offers a 5k Family Walk. In between races, participants and spectators will enjoy a Youth & Fitness Expo. The expo offers live music, a pancake breakfast and other…

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Dive into Madewell and Tavik

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By Greer Wylder
March 09, 2017

Madewell at South Coast Plaza is the perfect place to get a jump on summer wear. They’re hosting a Tavik Pop-up shop this weekend featuring Spring 2017 Swimwear and apparel styles available on Madewell.com, plus select styles from Summer 2017 Collection before it officially launches! You can also enjoy beverages and bites from Union Wine Company and Suja Juice. The Madewell x Tavik Pop-up shop is happening Saturday, March 11 from 2 to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, March 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. Special offers include a limited edition TAVIK pin with any TAVIK purchase, and if you purchase…

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World Premiere of ‘Whipped Cream’ at Segerstrom Center

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By Greer Wylder
March 08, 2017

In honor of South Coast Plaza’s 50th anniversary celebration, Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents the World Premiere of American Ballet Theatre’s new production of Whipped Cream, choreographed by ABT artist in residence Alexei Ratmansky, with sets and costumes by pop-surrealist Mark Ryden. Opening night on Wednesday, March 15 is also the 50th anniversary of South Coast Plaza. There will be seven performances running from March 15 – 19, in Segerstrom Hall. Whipped Cream will then go on to the Metropolitan Opera, Lincoln Center in NYC. Whipped Cream is based on Schlagobers, a two-act ballet with libretto and score by…

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