The Dose

Once a Dailey

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By Greer Wylder
May 02, 2014

A new fitness-focused barre workout, the Dailey Method that emphasizes core conditioning and good posture through spinal alignment, just opened its first Orange County location in Newport Beach. In celebration, The Dailey Method has partnered with its neighbor Spa Gregorie’s to offer a special Mother’s Day package to pamper Mom. On Sunday, May 4, moms, daughters or friends, can enjoy a private class at The Dailey Method at 10 a.m., followed by light bites and beverages, then a relaxing spa treatment at adjacent Spa Gregories at 11:30 a.m. A one-hour Swedish Massage Package costs $125, and the one-hour Ultimate Signature…

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Closing Night NB Film Fest

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By Greer Wylder
May 01, 2014

The eight day run of the Newport Beach Film Festival will come to a close tonight with the west coast premiere of CHEF screening at 7:30 p.m. at the Regency Lido Theatre in Newport Beach. Written and directed by Jon Favreau, CHEF tells the story of a chef who loses his restaurant job and starts a food truck business to reclaim his creative promise, while piecing back together his estranged family. CHEF stars Jon Favreau, Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson, as well as John Leguizamo, Sofía Vergara, Dustin Hoffman, Bobby Cannavale, Amy Sedaris, Oliver Platt. Cast and crew are…

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Springtime at SOCO - New Openings and Events!

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By Greer Wylder
April 30, 2014

Springtime is all about new beginnings, and SOCO Collection is proud to announce two new additions to their popular retail center that can help you make a fresh start. Whether you’re interested in art, athletics, or just spending some time with the family this popular shopping destination is sure to be this season’s hot spot. Bring some beauty into your world (and home!) while learning more about art at Art OC @TheMix, a pop-up gallery that introduces Orange County's established and emerging artists to the community. Each series will also lectures lectures, live painting, demonstrations, and other community events.   The…

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European and Latino Showcase Films at NBFF

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By Greer Wylder
April 29, 2014

Tonight, the Newport Beach Film Festival continues with European Showcase films for Swedish, Italian, French, spotlight films, as well as a festive after party at Via Lido in Newport Beach for all.  The Swedish Spotlight features Waltz for Monica (Monica Z) tonight at 7:45 p.m. at the Big Newport Theater; Italian Spotlight, A Five Star Life tonight at 8 p.m. at the Big Newport Theater; and the French Spotlight, Attila Marcel at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Big Newport Theater. The after party at Via Lido Plaza will celebrate the best in European filmmaking, hosted by LA Confidential will feature…

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Run The OC!

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By Greer Wylder
April 28, 2014

The OC Marathon celebrates its 10th anniversary with an incredible scenic course starting at Fashion Island and ending at the OC Fair & Event Center on Sunday, May 4 (as well as OC Half Marathon, Wahoo’s OC 5k and Kids Run the OC). The course covers sections of Pacific Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, Newport Bay and Back Bay, OC Performing Arts Center, South Coast Plaza, and the Santa Ana River. The 5K will start and finish in the OC Fair and Event Center, finishing near the marathon and half marathon finish line. Also, be sure to check out the…

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