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Block Party at The Lab

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By Greer Wylder
June 01, 2016

The Lab in Costa Mesa is kicking off the summer season with a Block Party on Saturday, June 4 from 1 to 6 p.m. with live music, local artists, pop-ups, specials and more. Stop by to listen to local musicians, Funk Shui Planet, Charles Fullwood, and The Cove Creatures performing live during the unveiling of the newest art mural on The ARTery Gallery by Davia King. Shop your favorite LAB shops and eateries such as The ARTery, Blends + Carve, BrandsWalk, Buffalo Exchange, Cafecito Orgánico, Creme Tangerine, Crew Salon, Eye Society, Gypsy Den Cafe, Habana, Heirlooms & Hardware, Honey &…

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Stacks Pancakes’ Now in Irvine

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By Greer Wylder
June 01, 2016

Stacks Pancake House, an original Orange County breakfast spot that specializes in Hawaiian inspired breakfasts and lunches, just opened its third location at Walnut Village Center in Irvine. The original Stacks is in Dana Point, and Stacks is also in Mission Viejo. Signature menu items include Captain Mac Nut French Toast, slices of King’s Hawaiian bread dipped in batter and crusted in crispy Cap’N Crunch cereal and macadamia nuts; Kalua Pork Benedict, and Loco Moco, the Aloha State’s famous comfort food dish of rice topped with a hamburger patty, fried egg and gravy. Stacks also serves up its famous pancakes…

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Timree for Books & Brushes

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2016

Join Timree for Books & Brushes - a celebration of Laura Dave's novel "Eight Hundred Grapes." The event will be held at Timree Art Studio in Newport Beach on Wednesday, June 1 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. There's a $75 registration fee that includes a wine and cheese pairing, a copy of the novel, and a personalized painting with Timree inspired by the book! Signed copies of the book will also be raffled off, courtesy of Simon & Schuster. Tickets are extremely limited. For more information and to sign up, visit here. Timree Art Studio is at 365 Old Newport Blvd Suite A, Newport Beach.

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Which Fork Do I Use?

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2016

Zov’s Bistro in Tustin is offering a special dining etiquette class for children and teens on Sunday, June 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. The class includes lunch and is designed to give kids lifelong tools on how to alleviate nervousness and create memorable dining experiences. The interactive class will be taught by certified etiquette consultants, Rosemarie Burns and Linda Reed, co-authors of “Which Fork Do I Use?” Topics covered include sitting properly and posture, how to hold flatware correctly, how to set the table and every day manners. $75 per person includes lunch. Class size is limited, you can…

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Dunkin’ Donuts Opens in Villa Park

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2016

Dunkin’ Donuts' sixth Orange County location will open in Villa Park at 5 a.m. on Wednesday, June 1. It will offer Dunkin' Donuts entire selection of signature menu items such as fresh-brewed coffee, delicious baked goods, sandwiches and more. The first guest in both the drive-thru and walk-in line will receive a $250 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card! The first 50 guests will receive a $5 gift card and Dunkin’ Donuts branded travel mug. Throughout the day, you can get free passed samples and photo opportunities with brand mascot, Cuppy. And with National Donut Day on Friday, June 3, Dunkin’ Donuts…

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