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THE WITTE LECTURE SERIES presents Shahzia Sikander

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By Greer Wylder
April 15, 2021

The Newport Beach Public Library's Witte Lecture Series presents Shahzia Sikander - Beauty, Power & Extraordinary Realities on Friday, April 16 at 6:19 p.m. on Zoom. Pioneering Pakistani American artist Shahzia Sikander is one of the most influential artists working today. She is celebrated for her figurative painting, sculptures and installations inspired by traditional Persian miniatures. Sikander will discuss her latest artwork, exhibitions, and forthcoming book Shahzia Sikander: Extraordinary Realities (2021, Hirmer Publishers). Learn how she expands and subverts traditional themes to explore cultural identity, gender, and other under-represented narratives. Sikander received a MacArthur Fellowship in 2006 and was awarded…

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2ND & PCH Offers Free Outdoor Experiences

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By Greer Wylder
April 14, 2021

2ND & PCH, Long Beach’s open-air coastal retail, dining and lifestyle center invites the community to stay, shop, dine and relax. Seaport Way continues to be closed to vehicular traffic providing additional common area seating and unique experiences for guests to enjoy responsibly. PCH Movies & Moonlight returns on Friday, April 16th at sunset with a special feature of Aquaman. Movies are complimentary to the community; self-seating will be available on a first come first serve basis. Seating will be limited due to social distancing. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Limited seating will be…

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17th Annual Destination Independence Walk

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By Greer Wylder
April 14, 2021

For the past sixteen years, friends and family have joined parents and children of the Blind Children’s Learning Center for a 5k walk to raise funds and awareness of their organization.  This year, due to COVID guidelines, the walk will be taking place in a relay format, allowing participants to enjoy each other and the festive atmosphere of the walk at a safe, social distance. The event provides funding for BCLC’s three areas of focus: Academic & Mobility Support, Family Support Services, and Early Intervention. All of these programs are vital to the Blind Children’s Learning Centers families as they…

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Rad Brat Presents Sausage Fest

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By Greer Wylder
April 14, 2021

Break out the lederhosen and get the beer steins ready for Sausage Fest at Rad Brat on Saturday, April 17. Visit Dana Point’s newly opened fast-casual, specialty eatery from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. to experience unique German sausage creations paired with an array of Bavarian brews on tap from Rad Brat’s lively indoor and open-air atmosphere. Courtesy of Enegren Brewing, a local and independently owned craft brewery specializing in German-inspired beers, the beverage lineup will showcase four of the brand’s most popular offerings to complement Rad Brat’s special Sausage Fest menu including the Rad Brat signature bratwurst, a Currywurst and additional…

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BodyEnergy’s hand-powered Motorless Treadmill.

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2021

Irvine-based Body Energy Technology just launched the BodyEnergy Treadmill: a revolutionary way to work out your entire body without the risk of serious injury and excessive electric energy waste. The BodyEnergy treadmill provides full-body fitness training that caters to every user - from young to old; novice to professional. The BodyEnergy burns twice as many calories as a standard treadmill and is fully controllable by the user's arms and legs, replacing the traditional electric motor. You can perform a range of workouts from an easy walking pace to a high-intensity workout. It easily facilitates HIIT workouts (High Intensity Interval Training)…

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