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South County Outreach’s Empty Bowls Gala 2025: Setting the Table for Change

03.27.25

South County Outreach invites the community to the 2025 Empty Bowls Gala on Thursday, April 10, at 5 p.m. at its Irvine headquarters. This year’s theme, Setting the Table for Change, reflects the heart of SCO’s mission to end hunger and homelessness in Orange County.

The annual event takes on new meaning this year as SCO opens its doors and welcomes guests in like family. Held onsite at South County Outreach, the immersive experience brings attendees face-to-face with the impact of food and housing insecurity—and the solutions that lead to lasting change.

Guests will experience interactive exhibits and compelling storytelling that highlight the challenges faced by local families and the programs that help them move forward. Following the exhibits, attendees will enjoy a selection of local food trucks and connect with fellow advocates, supporters and community changemakers.

More than a fundraiser, Empty Bowls is a movement. It’s where awareness becomes action, and compassion turns into meaningful support. Every ticket and sponsorship helps provide nutritious meals, housing assistance and educational programs for families working to build stable futures.

For over 30 years, South County Outreach has served as a place of hope for those in need. Through its homeless prevention and food distribution programs—delivering more than 700,000 pounds of food annually—SCO reaches nearly 2,000 children and thousands of individuals across the region.

When you walk through the doors at Empty Bowls, you’re not just attending an event—you’re joining a community determined to make a difference.

Tickets and sponsorships are available at: sco-oc.org/get-involved/empty-bowls

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Live Music and Sunset Sips Midweek at A Crystal Cove

03.27.25

Exciting news from A Crystal Cove—live music is now on the lineup every Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ease into your evening with a handcrafted cocktail in hand, delicious bites on the table, and a rotating lineup of talented local musicians providing the soundtrack.

Make it even better by arriving early for Sunset Sips Happy Hour.

Happy Hour Highlights
– Half off all wines by the glass
– $4 off all spirits and specialty cocktails
– Small plates that pair perfectly, including Whipped Feta, Spicy Yellowfin Tuna, Carpaccio, Charred Octopus, and the signature “A” Burger

Sunset Sips Happy Hour
Monday–Thursday | 4:30–6 p.m.
Friday | 3–6 p.m.

New Hours of Operation
Monday–Thursday | 4:30–10 p.m.
Friday | 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday | 10:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sunday | 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Brunch & Lunch
Friday | 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday | 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Reservations are available, here.

A Crystal Cove is at 7864 E Coast Hwy, Newport Coast (949) 715-1140

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