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Endless Summer Weekends “Kickin’ Back” at Sherman Gardens
06.14.19
Come out to experience “Kickin’ Back at Sherman Gardens,” a summer exhibit of colorful, funky and oversized outdoor furniture on display throughout the gardens through September 22.
Climb into and onto colossal classic summer furniture pieces, including: a humongous hot pink Adirondack chair, a gigantic striped sling chair, a garden daybed with soft pillows, the tasseled tree hammock, an outdoor swing, and a retro rattan peacock chair embellished with palm fronds and Tillandsia.
Summer hours are extended too. On Sundays throughout the summer, Sherman Gardens will remain open until 8 p.m.
Chef Pascal Olhats is back in the kitchen with his all new Sunday Rosé Dinners. Café Jardin is open for Sunday dinners by reservation at 949.673.0033.
Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 E. Coast Hwy. in Corona del Mar, California. For more information, visit slgardens.org or call 949.673.2261.
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Top Coach Speakers Panel + Fundraiser at The Balboa Island Museum
06.13.19
Join the new Balboa Island Museum for an inspirational and empowering fundraising event on Tuesday, June 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The museum is partnering with The WSDM (Wisdom) Salon Series for Women to host a “Top Coach” speakers panel to give audience members expert advice + life lessons, no matter what they are experiencing or seeking both personally and professionally. Kim Bates, founder of The WSDM (Wisdom), will moderate the evening as panelists share their own personal stories to light up the hearts, minds, and souls of attendees.
This uplifting event will take place at the museum with an optional social + networking event nearby on the island afterward
The panel of “Top Coaches” will include:
- Dr. Ann Kirlin – Grief Counselor
- Nancy Dahan- Divorce Counsel Partner, Brown & Dahan
- Melissa Kathryn – SVP Sales & Events at Urban Decay
- Amanda Morris Crawford – Cannabis/CBD Coach Wellness Director, MyJane
- Kacey Taormina – Real Estate Investment Coach
- Julie Hefner – Wellness & Nutritional Coach
- Kimberly Roush – Executive Career Coach
A minimum donation of $30 will grant you access to the event and a $50 donation will include a new membership to the museum. Seating is limited – to RSVP, please visit balboaislandmuseum.org/events.
Balboa Island Museum is at 210 Marine Ave Unit B, Balboa Island.
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