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By Greer Wylder
October 04, 2016

It's time to get into the holiday spirit and share with those who need it most. From Oct. 6 through Oct. 12, 2016 you can save 20% at over 100 participating South Coast Plaza boutiques and restaurants with your 15th annual Angelitos Card. It’s a once-a-year opportunity for shoppers. The card, which may be purchased for just $60, is 100% tax deductible and the entire amount goes to Angelitos de Oro, a program that raises funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire. Get your holiday shopping done early, find the perfect birthday or wedding…

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Classical Carnage at BLK Earth Sea Spirits

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By Greer Wylder
October 04, 2016

Wednesday’s aren’t just for wine anymore. BLK Earth Sea Spirits, the premier steak and seafood restaurant in downtown Huntington Beach, now has live music every Wednesday evening, when Classical Carnage plays on the patio from 7 to 10 pm. The popular band has a loyal following for its unique blend of rock and pop songs, played on classical instruments. Classical Carnage performs an array of popular music ranging from classic rock by The Beatles, Mick Jagger and Led Zepplin, to modern hits by Coldplay, the Foo Fighters, Lady Gaga and more. The four-piece band play the songs on violins and…

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Soka University to Celebrate 12th Annual “Peace Gala”

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By Greer Wylder
October 04, 2016

Soka University will celebrate its 12th annual Peace Gala at its beautiful campus in Aliso Viejo on Saturday, Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception and silent auction in the Founders Hall Art Gallery and then cross the bridge over Peace Lake to the main venue, where they will be welcomed by a performance by the SUA Taiko Drummers before a gourmet dinner, entertainment, live auction and dancing. Special guest artist for the evening is multiple Grammy award winner, Jose Feliciano, who represents an international musical style that has influenced popular music for more…

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Puesto’s National Taco Day Pop-Up

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By Greer Wylder
October 03, 2016

Puesto, San Diego’s taco hotspot serving modern Mexican cuisine with all natural meats, sustainable seafood and local organic greens, is opening its first Orange County location at Los Olivos Marketplace in Irvine this fall. In celebration of National Taco Day, Puesto will be holding a Taco Pop-Up on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. in front of their still-under-construction store at Los Olivos Marketplace. Puesto will be giving away a taco and an aguas fresca to anyone who stops by.  8577 Irvine Center Drive at Los Olivos Marketplace in Irvine.

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Rudy’s Grand Opening Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
October 03, 2016

You can join the exclusive grand opening of Rudy’s Barbershop at Pacific City in Huntington Beach on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. The event will feature complimentary haircuts for men and women, cocktails and appetizers. All tips and a percentage of sales will be donated  to the Huntington Beach Surfrider Foundation. Space if limited, you can secure a space at ALennington@konnectagency.com The original Rudy’s opened in Seattle in 1993 and each location features a curated, well-articulated blend of art, music, a sense of place and quality services.  Rudy’s Barbershop has expanded the traditional concept of a barbershop to create…

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