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Give Back with Miracle for Kids: A Slice of Summer Online Auction!
07.27.20
Looking for a unique way to help your community during these tough times? Miracles for Kids’ A Slice of Summer Online Auction gives you the chance to do just that! Featuring 10 summer-themed items ranging from a round of golf on luxury greens to a private in-home dinner for you and your guests, the Irvine-based nonprofit is turning fun summer activities into a new opportunity to provide support to families with critically-ill children.
There is an auction item for everyone whether you prefer staying indoors or socially distancing outside. Shop all auction items here: asliceofsummer/items.
In addition to receiving unique items and experiences, participants will feel empowered knowing that their contribution will help Miracles for Kids continue to provide necessary resources to critically-ill children and families who need it most. Bids for the A Slice of Summer Online Auction are being accepted now through Friday, July 31. For more information about Miracles for Kids and to place your bids today, please visit miraclesforkids.org.
Miracles for Kids is at 17848 Sky Park Circle- Suite C in Irvine.
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Summertime Activities at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
07.25.20
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens in San Clemente is offering all kinds of socially distant activities this summer.
Coffee & Music with Bear Coast Coffee on Saturday, August 1 ay 10 a.m.
Participate in a socially distant coffee cupping and then listen to live music in our coastal amphitheater. Free with Admission- $5 (Members free).Coffee & Music is underwritten by Kitty Schmitt.
Casa Fit is offered every Monday at 9 a.m. Members-only!
Join them for a fitness class around the Casa grounds. No RSVP necessary!
Casa Wellness is underwritten by Eddie and Maggie Chang.
There’s also a watercolor class led by local artist Kelly Gallagher on Wednesday, August 5 p.m.The cost is $20, and for members $15. All materials are included.
Casa Wellness is underwritten by Eddie and Maggie Chang.
Movie night under the stars in the courtyard! Wizard of Oz is playing on Tuesday, August 11 at 8 p.m. $5 (Members FREE). Popcorn and drinks are available at the cash bar. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or low seats.
Casa Cinema is underwritten by David and Carolyn Westendorf, and by Gayle Pereira-Higgins and Hal Higgins.
Botanical Cocktails Class on Wednesday, August 26 at 5 p.m. $20 (Members $15) Learn to make botanical cocktails from horticulturist Stephanie Knight.
Casa Wellness is underwritten by Eddie and Maggie Chang.
Learn about more events and register here.
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is at 415 Avenida Granada in San Clemente.
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