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HomeAid Orange County’s Annual Fundraiser

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By Greer Wylder
September 15, 2020

This year, HomeAid’s Annual Fundraising Event will be virtual on Friday, Sept. 18 at 4 p.m. due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You can join online for free via YouTube livestream for the virtual annual fundraising event, presented by Bank of America. Click here and learn more about the event and how they’re bringing Project Playhouse back! The Show Must Go On is an exciting event that will include a variety of elements including opening entertainment in the form of a LIVE magic show provided by ExpressEvents.net, sought after prizes like a stay for up to 4 people at a beautiful…

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Laura’s House Virtual 26th Annual Gala – “A Year Like No Other”

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By Greer Wylder
September 15, 2020

Laura’s House, a leading authority on breaking the cycle of violence, is celebrating its Virtual 26th Annual Gala taking place via Zoom on Saturday, September 19 at 5 p.m. Laura’s House is celebrating 26 years of serving victims of domestic violence in Orange County and beyond with the tools, services and support needed to live healthy, independent, and violence-free lives. The gala will kick-off with a virtual cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, live entertainment, and a graduate testimonial. The auction will feature wonderful travel experiences, virtual adventures, culinary delights, entertainment and a Wall of Wine that cannot be missed!…

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LAM Re-Opens and Extends Granville Redmond Exhibition

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By Greer Wylder
September 14, 2020

With guidance from CDPH to create a safer environment for staff and visitors, the Laguna Art Museum is now open. Museum visitors will be screened for symptoms, including a contactless temperature check; face masks are required for visitors and staff, and physical distancing is encouraged. Advance tickets for timed entry are required to ensure the 25 percent capacity required in Tier 2. Granville Redmond: The Eloquent Palette, which was scheduled to close on September 20, will be extended through November 15, 2020. The exhibition was organized by the Crocker Art Museum, where its run was cut short in March. It…

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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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