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Strickland’s Ice Cream Celebrates 90 Years and Two Sweet Years in Costa Mesa

01.08.26

Strickland’s Ice Cream of Costa Mesa is celebrating a major milestone. The Ohio-born ice cream institution marks 90 years of business while also celebrating two successful years serving Orange County.

Founded in 1936 in Akron, Ohio, Strickland’s Ice Cream is one of the state’s longest-running and most beloved ice cream concepts. Known for its ultra-creamy, small-batch ice cream made fresh daily on site, the brand has remained a generational favorite for nearly a century and continues that tradition in Southern California.

To celebrate 90 years, Strickland’s of Costa Mesa will host a public celebration on January 13. Guests can enjoy 90-cent small cones, a $4.95 value, with any purchase, along with hourly prize drawings from 4 to 8 p.m. featuring a variety of giveaways. For the celebration week, two classic flavors, Banana and Pistachio, have been added to the menu.

The Costa Mesa location opened in early 2024 and is led by longtime Strickland’s fan and franchise owner Neil Liu. The shop has quickly become the West Coast home for the Ohio-based brand, offering the same nostalgic flavors and handcrafted quality that built Strickland’s reputation throughout the Midwest. Ice cream is made using vintage-inspired machines and premium ingredients, including real fruit and real nuts in every batch.

Fans also follow the rotating Flavor of the Day calendar, posted monthly on Instagram, which often draws lines for seasonal favorites and limited-time offerings that sell out. In addition to ice cream, Strickland’s is known for its award-winning milkshakes and Arctic Twisters.

As the brand approaches its 100th year, Strickland’s continues to honor its legacy while creating new traditions for families in both Ohio and Southern California.

Open 12:30 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 12:30 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

1835 Newport Blvd., Suite B-121, Costa Mesa. (714) 887-4218

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THE DAILY HEALING Presents Healing House Lido

01.04.26

Healing House Lido brings together art, wellness, and community for an immersive afternoon dedicated to restoration and connection. Hosted at the historic Lido Theater, this one-day experience invites guests to slow down, reset, and engage in meaningful healing practices in support of City of Hope cancer treatment centers.

Renowned frequency artist Britt Michaelian, recently named one of MSN’s Top 10 Most Creative Artists of 2025, will collaborate with digital artist Josh Pierce in a first-of-its-kind event that merges digital frequency art with wellness. Healing House Lido transforms the iconic Newport Beach venue into a sanctuary designed to inspire, uplift, and honor those touched by cancer.

Taking place Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 3 p.m., the afternoon gathering features a thoughtfully curated lineup of wellness leaders and creative innovators. Guests will experience Britt Michaelian’s Daily Healing Method, centered on seven core practices: grounding, inspiration, movement, nourishment, gratitude, forgiveness, and grace.

Programming highlights include a sound bath led by Marcelo Shriman paired with immersive digital art, guided meditations, a breathwork session with Nikki Mostofi, and inspiring conversations with Kelly Noonan Gores of the HEAL documentary and podcast, along with Lisa Bhathal Merage, governor of the WNBA’s Portland Fire and the Portland Thorns women’s soccer team. The experience also includes a frequency art exhibition showcasing collaborative works by Michaelian and Pierce.

Guests are encouraged to spread the word, secure tickets early, and be part of a shared healing experience rooted in creativity, compassion, and community.

Tickets available through January 11, 2026, here. 

Lido Theater is at 3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach

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