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WB Studio Hollywood Tour - Brings Back the Classic Tour

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By Greer Wylder
June 27, 2022

The Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood has resumed ticket sales of their famous Classics Made Here Tour. After shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this very special tour that showcases the Golden Age of Hollywood has finally returned and is going strong!This classics-themed tour focuses on Warner Bros. Golden Age of Film and TV, featuring award-winning titles that shot on the iconic backlot from the early days of the Studio through the 1970’s. Starting with a tribute to the Classics, your specially trained Tour Guide, with a love of the Warner Bros. classic film and TV collection, will guide you…

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Polly’s Pies Grand Reopening in Laguna Hills

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By Greer Wylder
June 06, 2022

Polly’s Pies is celebrating the reopening of its Laguna Hills location after undergoing an interior refresh of its nearly 40-year-old restaurant on Thursday, June 9 at 4 p.m.The first 200 guests through the doors will receive signature Polly’s Pies SWAG bags plus kids eat free when accompanied by the purchase of an adult entree (take-out and delivery excluded). The restaurant’s banquet room will feature food tables for guests to taste new menu items, such as the Prime Rib French dip, as well as Polly’s classic pie shooters. Also, wine and beer tasting will be available.There will be opportunities to win…

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Gospel Voices of OC Marks Juneteenth with Artistic Celebration at Chapman’s Musco Center for the Arts

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2022

Arts & Learning Conservatory and Chapman University’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will present Gospel Voices of OC, live musical and theatrical performances on Sunday, June 19 at Musco Center for the Arts. Held in conjunction with Juneteenth, the Father’s Day concert will feature artistic accomplishments and works of over 100 black and diverse performers in the choir, dance, band, orchestra, theatre, and spoken word including county-wide youth and adult choir performances.Produced by Arts & Learning Conservatory President and CEO Debora Wondercheck, the event was created to provide multi-generational performances of African Americans through the lens and influence of gospel music…

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Rubio’s Celebrates World Oceans Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2022

Celebrate World Oceans Day at Rubio’s on Wednesday, June 8. Guests who dine at Rubio’s will receive a FREE reusable tote bag with any purchase. This year’s reusable tote is made from recycled water bottles, with a fun, retro design reading “Life’s an Ocean, Find Your Wave.” It’s perfect for a day at the beach, park, or any outing. Celebrating the eatery’s long-standing commitment to the ocean and sustainability, Rubio’s dedication to ocean conservation includes serving a menu of craveable dishes featuring sustainable or responsibly sourced seafood, using reusable catering bags, Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)-certified paper cups, and compostable takeout containers.…

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Grammy Winning Jazz Artist John Beasley Comes to Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
June 01, 2022

Acclaimed jazz pianist, bandleader, and producer John Beasley brings his smashing 15-piece MONK’estra big band to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Thursday, June 9, at 8 p.m.In his three-decade-long career, Grammy Award winner and nine-time nominated pianist and composer, John Beasley, has worked with Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard – playing in the bands of both trumpet legends while still in his 20s – as well as with Herbie Hancock, Steely Dan, Al Jarreau, Christian McBride (and even, for one night, with James Brown!) In this special Barclay performance, Beasley leads MONK'estra, his big band that captures the spirit of Thelonious Monk’s singular music…

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