We’re sad to see the tiny indie used bookstore, Books on Broadway in Costa Mesa closing soon. All paperbacks are $1; hardcover books are $2. A small selection of kids books are 50 cents. It carries novels, classics, biographies, modern literature, self-help and history. There’s also large selection of old and new romance novels. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 143 Broadway Ave. Costa Mesa. 949.645.0529.
Continue Reading Rolex at South Coast Plaza will unveil the first exhibition featuring rarely-seen photographs and documentary films capturing the work and the history of the Rolex Awards for Enterprise on Wednesday, May 25 through Sunday, June 12. The Rolex Awards for Enterprise support individuals from around the globe who push the limits of exploration and discovery for social good. These projects – which have touched all aspects of humanity by expanding knowledge or improving life on the planet – will be celebrated at the South Coast Plaza exhibit. Select Laureates who have received this award over the past 40 years will…
Continue Reading National Wine Day is on Wednesday, May 25 and the award-winning Brunos Italian Kitchen in Brea is celebrating with Penny Wine Wednesday! Brunos was named the Best Italian Restaurant in OC and it's giving guests the chance to try any glass of wine for only one penny with the purchase of any entree. Brunos Italian Kitchen, named after owner and chef Peter Serantoni's mentor and father, Papa Bruno, brings to Brea the meals prepared in their Venice, Italy home. The menu features his beloved grandmother’s dishes with many classic Italian favorites. Favorites include Polpette, Nonna Maria’s meatballs, tomato & fresh…
Continue Reading Tropical Smoothie Cafe is offering free smoothies for a year to the first 100 guests in line on Tuesday, May 24 at the Mission Viejo grand opening. The fast casual café concept known for its better-for-you food and smoothies with a tropical twist, will be opening its fourth Orange County cafe on May 24 at 28181 Marguerite Pkwy #23, Mission Viejo. The grand opening event will be from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m., and the first 100 guests in line will receive 1 complimentary smoothie per week for 1 year, from any Orange County cafe. Guests can select from a…
Continue Reading Easily the most stunning collection of the year is the Tiffany & Co.’s Blue Book, entitled The Art of Transformation that explores the beauty of nature and symbolizes the company’s unparalleled design heritage. The first Blue Book was introduced in 1845--it's an annual showcase of Tiffany & Co.’s finest craftsmanship and inspired artistry. The 2016 collection was realized by design director Francesca Amfitheatrof, who created the stunning collection made with the finest white and colored diamonds and colored gemstones--- tanzanites, tourmalines, aquamarines, sapphires and more in fluid designs with invisible settings that effortlessly mimic nature. The bib necklace (above) in…
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