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2nd Annual Napa in Newport for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
01.26.16
Southern California’s premiere wine event of the year, Napa in Newport will be celebrated on Saturday, February 27 at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. Napa in Newport unites 40 renowned vintners and wine enthusiasts to help find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a devastating genetic disease that robs children and young adults of their muscle strength and claims their lives by their mid-20s.
All proceeds from the evening will benefit CureDuchenne, the national organization committed to finding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Honorary co-chairs of this year’s Napa in Newport are Darioush and Shahpar Khaledi, owners of Darioush vineyards and winery.
Napa in Newport attendees will enjoy a selection of fine, rare and reserve wines from 40 select Napa Valley wineries including Darioush, Alpha Omega, Amici Cellars, Anomaly Vineyards, Arkenstone Napa Valley, Arrow & Branch, Blackbird Vineyards Bespoke Collection, BOND Estates, Broman Cellars, Checkerboard Vineyards, Crocker & Starr, Dakota Shy, Dana Estates, Davis Estates, Fairchild Napa Valley, Fait-Main, Gandona Estate, Gargiulo Vineyards, Gemstone, Hunnicutt, Joseph Phelps Winery, Kelly Fleming Wines, Lokoya, Memento Mori, Miner Family Wines, Morlet Family Vineyards, Nellcôte Napa Valley, Patel Napa Valley, Plumpjack, Promise Wine, Quintessa, Redmon Wines, Realm Cellars, Relic, Sequoia Grove, Signorello Estate, Three Sticks Wines, Vineyard 29, Zakin Wines and ZD Wines.
The evening will include a four-course dinner created by renowned Chef Azmin Ghahreman of the celebrated Sapphire Laguna restaurant, known for his globally inspired cuisine that balances innovation with comfort food. Ghahreman’s menu for Napa in Newport will be created to pair delicious cuisine with the sophisticated aromas and tastes of the hosted Napa wines.
Napa in Newport kicks off with a wine tasting reception and silent auction at 5 p.m., then dinner and wine pairings at 7 p.m., followed by the evening’s program and live auction at 8 p.m.
Tickets and sponsorships are available now. For more information and to purchase tickets visit NapaInNewport.org
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How to Maximize a Small Workspace
01.26.16
Design by A Chameleon
Whether at work or home, many of us aren’t able to have the corner office with the view that we had dreamed of. However, there are definite ways to make your smaller office space look, feel and, most importantly, function better. Here are a few of our favorite tips:

Lighting
One of the most important things when designing or styling an office is lighting. Whether natural or artificial, make sure you have plenty of it.

Pops of Color
Painting or using pops of color is great for an office, it makes it seem less stale. Certain colors like blue and green are found to enhance creativity and if you opt for some pattern, make sure it is only in a small area or accessory, as large patterned walls or large pieces can seem busy and make the space feel cramped.

Go Vertical
Maximize your vertical space for shelving, storing, and decorative objects that inspire you. Just make sure you don’t have too many things so the space doesn’t look cluttered.

Stay Organized
Organization is key when it comes to making a small space seem bigger. Keeping files, papers, and accessories in their correct places can make the space seem more open. Utilize drawers, file holders, and decorative boxes to make the most of the storage areas.

Personalize the Space
Make your office space seem like it is yours by decorating with meaningful and inspirational pictures or pieces that will help stimulate creativity. Greenery is also a great way to add personality to an office space, whether real or fake.
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