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Stuart Palley Library Live Lecture

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2021

Newport Beach Public Library presents Library Live with Stuart Palley, author of Terra Flamma: Wildfires at Night  on Friday, April 9 at 6:19 p.m. Palley is a photojournalist who has been documenting the California wildfires for the last six years.  His book Terra Flamma:  Wildfires at Night (2018), reveals nature’s response to extreme drought and rising temperatures in the forested areas of the sunshine state.  Being a trained wildland fire fighter, Palley captures his images and stories on the frontlines.  His environmental work has been recognized many times by the prestigious Pictures of the Year International organized by the Donald…

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Quiksilver + Roxy Warehouse Sale

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2021

Alternative Retail: The official Quiksilver + Roxy Warehouse Sale is back in the OC through April 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m! Save up to 80% OFF retail on men’s, women’s and kids’ (youth & toddler sizes) apparel and accessories including: t-shirts, jackets, hoodies, sweaters, flannels, dresses, boardshorts, walkshorts, hats, sandals, sunglasses and much more! Parking is FREE and there is plenty of it. TICKETS REQUIRED: Tickets (FREE) are required for each customer over the age of 15 yrs. You must checkout one (1) hour from the start time listed on your ticket. (eg. 10 a.m. ticket must checkout by 11 a.m.) 1400 Village…

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Bands on The Bay at San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2021

San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach debuts Bands on the Bay on Thursday, April 8 with Paul Lemire from 3 to 6 p.m. It’s a spring entertainment lineup featuring acoustic guitarists, Top 40 cover bands and more. Guests are invited to enjoy live music and fresh seafood on the restaurant’s expansive, physically distanced patio overseeing Southern California’s breathtaking waterfront from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. San Pedro Fish Market offers a wide selection of family-style seafood trays, fresh fish entrees, cocktails and more. San Pedro Fish Market remains committed to the health and safety of employees, guests and the surrounding…

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The Carvery, Downtown Long Beach Eatery

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2021

Downtown Long Beach diners are in for a special treat when they discover the family-owned Carvery on Pine Avenue. This is the kind of place where you can always enjoy delicious Prime Rib, you don’t have to wait for a special occasion. The Carvery’s is roasted fresh daily and available by 4 p.m. for early diners. The Prime Rib is slow-roasted and lightly smoked in-house, hand-sliced, approximately 16oz. Served with au jus, creamy horseradish sauce, and sour cream mashed potatoes. The Carvery offers high quality craft food such as starters, salads, pub specialties, fish, poultry and pork, steaks, and dessert.…

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PFLAG Newport Beach is Awarding Scholarships to LGBTQIA High School Senior

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2021

PFLAG is excited to announce they will be awarding up to 4 scholarships to graduating Class of 2021 LGBTQIA seniors.  Each scholarship, in the amount of $500, will be given to recipients who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, or straight ally (LGBTQIA) and who will be continuing in higher education.  Applicants must currently have a 2.0 minimum GPA and be a resident of Orange County.  Find the application here. Applications must be received by email no later than May 15, 2021.  Decisions will be announced June 1, 2021 and recipients will be invited to an award ceremony…

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