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Black Friday at Irvine Spectrum Center and Fashion Island
11.22.17
Don't miss the Black Friday Frenzy at Irvine Spectrum Center at midnight to 8 a.m. Enjoy FREE valet parking, ice skating, rides on the Carousel and Giant Wheel; and, of course, a variety of discounts from participating stores including Havaianas, Mo:Vint, Brighton, Cotton On, Hurley | Nike SB, Hollister, Journeys, Oakley “O” Store, and much more. DJ’s will be spinning tunes throughout the shopping center.
And, Black Friday at Fashion Island will take place from 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fashion Island will be buzzing with festive entertainment and sweet sips from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. while holiday shoppers enjoy special discounts from various retailers such as ASICS, Nordstrom, Lululemon, Athletica, Brooks Brothers, Kendra Scott, Travis Matthew, Trina Turk, Rodd & Gunn, VIX, and more.
Irvine Spectrum is at 670 Spectrum Center Drive in Irvine.
Fashion Island is at 401 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach
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Thanksgiving Buffet and Thanksgiving to Go at Back Bay Bistro
11.21.17
Back Bay Bistro welcomes guests to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with a festive gourmet buffet featuring slow roasted turkey, holiday sides and more with the unforgettable waterfront atmosphere on Thursday, Nov. 23 from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Thanksgiving Buffet is $50 for adults and $25 for children 10 years and under. *Tax and 18% service charge is not reflected in per person pricing. View the menu here.
For those who wish to enjoy their Thanksgiving meal from the comfort of their own home, Back Bay Bistro is offering Thanksgiving To Go. Call ahead at 949.729.1144, by November 22 to reserve your professionally prepared whole turkey and a selection of favorite holiday sides. Pick up your meal on Thursday, November 23 from 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Thanksgiving To Go costs $150 for complete dinner, serves 4-6.
Back Bay Bistro is at 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach. 949.729.1144.
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