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Human Options’ Virtual Fall Event

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By Greer Wylder
October 13, 2020

Human Options will host its first-ever virtual fundraising event, the annual Fall Event, on October 15 at 12 p.m. to ignite social change on the subject of childhood trauma. The free event will center around a conversation with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California Surgeon General, and aims to raise $250,000 in critical funds through sponsorships and donations to serve parents and their children on their journey of healing through Human Options’ relationship violence programs. This year, COVID-19 restrictions have created the perfect storm for spikes in relationship violence between intimate partners and families with stay-at-home mandates, the financial stress of…

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Girls Inc. of Orange County: My Virtual Reality Luncheon

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By Greer Wylder
October 12, 2020

The strong, smart, and bold young women in our community have faced a number of challenges as a result of this year’s unpredictable events. Luckily, there’s a way to invest in their futures and support academic programs without leaving your home! Join Girls Inc. of Orange County at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 16 for the nonprofit’s “My Virtual Reality” Luncheon. This live stream event will feature (for the first time ever) Girls Inc. girl host, Bella, a sixteen-year-old advocate and ambassador, an online auction, and the chance to virtually meet other strong, smart, and bold girls who participate in…

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Georgia’s Introduces BREAST BUCKET

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By Greer Wylder
October 12, 2020

Georgia’s Restaurant at the Long Beach Exchange and Anaheim Packing House will be offering a special new Breast Bucket & Sides all throughout the month of October 2020 in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month to help increase awareness and support! The Georgia’s Restaurant new Breast Bucket & Sides features a 6-Piece Bucket of Boneless Chicken Breasts (all white meat) and Choice of Two Sides including selections such as their signature Collard Greens, Garlic Rice, and French Fries for just $20 all month long. Georgia’s Restaurant at the Long Beach Exchange will be offering their “Breast Bucket & Sides” special for Outdoor Patio Dining, Takeout, Delivery and Curbside Pickup throughout the entire month of October 2020. Georgia’s Restaurant at the Long Beach Exchange is open every Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 am to 8:30 pm, and every Friday…

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Pumpkin Spice Facial Season At Facialworks

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By Greer Wylder
October 11, 2020

All four OC locations of Facialworks are open and operating safely with social distancing and enhanced cleaning protocols in place. With a medspa background, co-founder Meghan Gilboa had already had the most stringent sanitation guidelines in place and continues to ensure a safe experience for guests. And Facialworks has just launched its popular PSF – Pumpkin Spice Facial – which also comes with the Autumn Spice Hydrating Mask. This exfoliating and brightening pumpkin enzyme complements the ultra-hydrating and soothing mask for a skincare treatment that is perfect for the season. Pumpkin Enzyme: This treatment contains both pumpkin and orange enzymes…

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NBFF Virtual Closing Night Film

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2020

The Newport Beach Film virtual Festival will close its 11 - day run with The Bee Gees How Can You Mend A Broken Heart. California residents can stream the Film on Saturday, October 10, and Sunday, October 11 on NewportBeachFilmFest.com. Access to the screening is $10. The Bee Gees How Can You Mend A Broken Heart, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Frank Marshall, spotlights the legendary band who wrote more than 1,000 songs, including twenty number one hits throughout their career. The film chronicles the rise of the iconic group, consisting of brothers Barry, Maurice and Robin Gibb, their music and its evolution over the years. It’s an HBO Documentary Film.  “Frank Marshall has crafted a moving documentary.  A film…

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