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Dine-In Options at Kaleidoscope

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By Greer Wylder
September 14, 2020

Restaurants at Kaleidoscope in Mission Viejo have opened indoor dining under the current guidelines. Guests can also enjoy live music in Kaleidoscope’s outdoor courtyard every weekend, along with expanded patio dining for visitors who prefer outdoor seating at restaurants. Riptide Rockin’ Sushi & Teppan Grills, Sol Agave, and Buffalo Wild Wings are all open for indoor dining under the new criteria, with limited seating and other safety measures in place. Yogurtland and Locca Churros & Tea are also open. Each restaurant has spacious and shaded patio dining, along with open courtyard seating available for takeout orders from Panini Kabob Grill.…

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Virtual Studio Chats series With Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez

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By Greer Wylder
September 11, 2020

The Newport Beach Library Foundation’s virtual Studio Chats series final conversation with artist Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez is on Tuesday, September 15 at 1:05 p.m. Juan Carlos will discuss his recent abstract paintings and sculptures inspired by his neighborhood and his work at the Robert Graham Studio. This event is free and to register click HERE.  This 24-minute conversational format is followed by a short Q&A in the artists’ studio. Later in September, they are hosting their first Medicine in Our Backyard lecture with Dr. Kim Hecht who will be telling us all how to take care of our achy…

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Nick the Greek Opens At the Bluffs

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By Greer Wylder
September 11, 2020

Nick the Greek is now open at The Bluffs specializing in authentic quick-service street food, traditional gyros, and mouthwatering souvlakia made from the freshest high-quality ingredients. At Nick the Greek, the top priority is authentic Greek recipes that make for an irresistible flavor profile. The attainable price points, impeccable customer service, and modern ambiance are sure to make this your new regular spot. Enjoy a variety of pitas, bowls, plates, soups, salads, and more. Order online for pickup or get it delivered through DoorDash and Uber Eats for your convenience. Open Daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Nick the Greek…

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Laguna Beach Books Virtual Event with Author Sue Miller

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By Greer Wylder
September 10, 2020

You are invited to join Laguna Beach Books for a virtual event on Friday, Sept. 11 from 5 to 6 p.m. with Sue Miller in conversation with Marrie Stone. She will be discussing her new book, Monogamy. This is a free event. To register, visit: here. About Monogamy: A brilliantly insightful novel, engrossing and haunting, about marriage, love, family, happiness and sorrow, from New York Times bestselling author Sue Miller. Graham and Annie have been married for nearly thirty years. A golden couple, their seemingly effortless devotion has long been the envy of their circle of friends and acquaintances.  Graham is a bookseller,…

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NEWPORT BEACH GARDEN TOUR ART EXHIBITION & SALE AT SHERMAN LIBRARY & GARDENS

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By Greer Wylder
September 10, 2020

Take home an original work of garden-inspired art from this year’s Newport Beach Garden Tour on display through September 16 and support Sherman Library & Gardens! Every year the Newport Beach Garden Tour features an “Artist in the Garden” at each private residence on the tour. The artists capture points of interest throughout their assigned gardens. The finished works of this year’s eight hand-selected artists are on display inside Café Jardin at Sherman Library & Gardens. Artists include Andrea Holte, Cathy Hull, Mike Ishikawa, Jai Kim, Carol Kreider, Yuma Lynch, Ellen Small, and Lesa Vander Bie. Proceeds from sales of…

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