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LUNAFEST at Chapman University

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By Greer Wylder
March 06, 2020

Talented female directors will be in the spotlight on Saturday, March 14, when LUNAFEST takes place at the Marion Knott Studios at Chapman University in Orange, hosted by ZONTA Club of Newport Harbor. LUNAFEST, the creation of the energy bar company Clif Bar, consists of seven short films on diverse topics by and about women. Both domestic and international directors are among this year’s line-up, with films that promise to elicit both laughter and tears. The fundraiser begins at 1 p.m. with a VIP reception that includes refreshments, silent auction, wine pull and opportunity drawing. The screening begins at 2:15…

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The Let’s Rewrite The Stars luncheon

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By Greer Wylder
March 06, 2020

The Newport Chapter of National Charity League Juniors’ Mother-Daughter Luncheon is coming up on Sunday, March 15 at 11 a.m. at Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach. The Let’s Rewrite The Stars luncheon includes a Fashion Island fashion show, raffles, and speeches from charities which include High Hopes Head Injury Program, Harry and Grace Steele Children's Center and Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation.  Tickets and more information available here Balboa Bay Resort is at 1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach.

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Nirvana Food & Wine Festival Returns to Scottsdale

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By Greer Wylder
March 05, 2020

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa announced the highly anticipated return of the Nirvana Food & Wine Festival, Scottsdale’s premier culinary, spirits, art and music festival, from April 16-19.  This year’s event and talent lineup promises to be one of the most impressive yet, offering up-close and personal access to celebrity chefs, mixologists, winemakers, musicians, television personalities, artists and more through a collection of curated food, beverage and lifestyle experiences featuring the best ingredients and top talent from coast to coast and around the world. Sanctuary’s Executive Chef, event mastermind and television personality Beau MacMillan will headline this year’s…

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SusieCakes and Women’s History Month at Sidecar

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By Greer Wylder
March 05, 2020

Here are some fun happenings going on at Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee during the month of March: SusieCakes X Sidecar doughnut flavor for March is Susie's Blueberry Pancake is inspired by one of SusieCakes' seasonal cupcakes of the same name. A portion of proceeds from the doughnut will go to local chapters of Girl Scouts - one of the original organizations dedicated to helping girls change the world! A pop-up by MantraBand at Sidecar Costa Mesa on Saturday, March 7. Based in Dana Point and founded by Aysel Gunar in 2012, MantraBand is the original inspirational jewelry brand, with each piece…

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SHE Influences Conference

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2020

Join Girls Inc. of Orange County CEO, Lucy Santana as she and an impressive lineup of successful and influential women discuss the health of our community, our world, our minds, and our bodies the annual SHE (Speaks, Hears, Empowers) Influences Conference on Thursday, March 12 from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.  For years, this program has celebrated women and brought together hundreds of attendees from throughout the region and neighboring areas.  This year’s event promises to be an influential, inspiring and empowering one that is sure to impact the lives of everyone in attendance. Additional presenters sharing their message alongside…

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