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World’s Largest Trash Cleanup Event Returns to OC

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By Greer Wylder
September 15, 2021

Coastal Cleanup Day is making its in-person comeback on Sept. 18 after a year hiatus. To observe this day, Orange County Coastkeeper is coordinating cleanup sites throughout the county, providing supplies, and collecting data on behalf of the California Coastal Commission.This is Coastkeeper’s sixth year hosting Coastal Cleanup Day. The volunteer beach cleanup is from 9 a.m. to noon and it includes more than 30 sites throughout Orange County. Coastal Cleanup Day encourages people to collect trash and recyclable items discarded on the region’s coastline, waterways, or near home.To add more fun this year, Coastkeeper is also hosting a month-long virtual event…

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Susan G. Komen More Than Pink Walk OC, LA and IE Unite

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By Greer Wylder
September 15, 2021

Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization’s signature MORE THAN PINK Walk fundraising events in Orange County, Los Angeles, and the Inland Empire will be held on Saturday, September 25. This year, Komen is creating a one-of-a-kind digital experience that will connect participants from across the community and the country as breast cancer survivors, “thrivers,” and supporters to walk and fundraise to end breast cancer. No matter where the public joins in to walk and fundraise—from a treadmill, neighborhood sidewalk, favorite beach walk, or hiking trail, Komen will host interactive activities, new challenges, and inspirational stories during the event’s “Power…

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Roger’s Gardens’ NOW OPEN  Halloween Boutique Cabinet of Curiosities

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By Greer Wylder
September 10, 2021

Halloween enthusiasts can get an early start on décor! Roger’s Gardens just opened its unrivaled Halloween Boutique, the Cabinet of Curiosities. Each room has its own theme. Curated Themed Boutiques include: Frankenstein’s LaboratoryConcoctions bubble and fizz in hopes to spark life into this bone-chilling Laboratory. Find yourself face to face with Frankenstein and the many mystifying wonders this testing ground holds.Dracula’s Dining HallSit down to a crimson supper with the Count himself and immerse yourself in the decadent décor that awaits you in this Dining Hall. Be their guest and take a seat at the table with our ghostly Artisan pieces that fill this…

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Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic 2021

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By Greer Wylder
September 09, 2021

This year marks the 39th year of the Orange County Childhelp Golf Classic, now known as the Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic at Pelican Hill Golf Club. The event continues in the spirit of the late NFL Ram great Rich Saul, who was dedicated to changing the lives of abused and neglected children.  The tournament is sold out, but there's an incredible online auction you can participate in!  The auction goes is live and will continue through the day of the tournament on Thursday, September 23.  They have fabulous items, like a Napa Valley Vacation, a NASCAR VIP Exclusive, Private Thermal Club/Desert Golf Stay,…

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Alonzo King LINES Ballet at Segerstrom Center

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By Greer Wylder
September 07, 2021

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents the mesmerizing dancers of Alonzo King LINES Ballet performing “gripping, urgently beautiful choreography” (San Francisco Chronicle) by visionary choreographer Alonzo King.Leading the performance in Segerstrom Hall is AZOTH, a luminous ballet that premiered in 2019 with music recorded by  Charles Lloyd and Jason Moran, complete with a striking light installation by Jim Campbell.  Rounding out the evening are repertoire excerpts featuring works set to music by Zakir Hussain, Gabriel Fauré, and Edgar Meyer. The Company will showcase a single performance on Saturday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. In 2022 LINES will celebrate its 40th Anniversary with two major…

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