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The Final Summer Jazz Lunch Series at Bayside

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By Greer Wylder
September 22, 2020

The final Summer Jazz Lunch at Bayside series in Newport Beach features the Akiko/Hamilton/Dechter Trio on Saturday, September 26 at noon. Akiko Tsuruga has ten albums as a leader to her credit. Her debut album in the U.S., Sweet and Funky, was selected as "Best Album of 2007" by DownBeat magazine. Akiko has been a regular in the DownBeat polls since 2008—culminating this year with the 65th Annual Critics' Poll, coming in at #2 in the Rising Star:Organ category. Hot House magazine has named her "Best Jazz Organist" in the 2017 Readers Poll. Her albums have consistently placed in the top ten on…

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Chronic tacos Triple Awards Day

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2020

Chronic Tacos, the California-inspired Taco Shop, is bringing three times the fun and three times the value to customers! On September 22, the brand will offer 3X the rewards points for every dollar spent on all purchases for loyalty members. Available on Android and Apple IOS, the Chronic Tacos app allows consumers to earn points and redeem rewards, order ahead to skip the line, stay up to date with the latest promotions and offers contactless payment. Customers also receive 50 points, redeemable for a FREE TACO, just for signing up. Customers can choose when they want to redeem their rewards, and what…

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The Literary Project Igniting Potential on Sept. 23

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2020

Today more than ever, The Literacy Project is in need of  support for the most vulnerable children and the teachers who serve their literacy needs. You can change a child’s life by giving the gift of literacy. On Sept. 23, The Literacy Project is holding an online fundraising event called Igniting Potential here. Due to the COVID pandemic, the change in educational practices had devastating effects on a student’s ability to learn. Since retention loss is on the rise for children of varying learning styles, we have pivoted our reading program to serve both in-classroom and online environments. By supporting…

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Virtual Toast to the Casa!

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2020

Toast to the Casa is almost here! Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens (Casa) invites you to their virtual fundraiser,  Toast to Casa Gala on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 6:15 to 9 p.m. Their virtual Gala will be an engaging evening with special performances, inspiring words from Casa leaders, and an exclusive LIVE stream concert with Lizzie and the Triggermen! Over 40,000 individuals each year in south Orange County and beyond benefit from Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens' world-class programming of exhibitions, concerts, lectures, performances, horticulture activities, and educational experiences. Casa Romantica also welcomes over 6,000 local students each…

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O’NEILL Sample Sale

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2020

Score up to 70% OFF at the O'NEILL Sample Sale happening this week! Shop men’s, women’s & kids’ hoodies, tees, walk shorts, boardshorts, flannels, jackets, backpacks, sandals, dresses, hats and more. Tickets (FREE) are required for each customer over the age of 15 yrs (max 100 customers per hour). This is a 75% reduction in their sales floor occupancy. Limit only (1) ticket per customer. Customers who purchase more than one ticket (for different dates/times) will forfeit all tickets. You will have (1) hour to shop beginning from the start time listed on your ticket. (eg. 10 a.m. ticket must…

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