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A weekend of love at Bayside

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2020

It’s a weekend of love at Bayside in Newport Beach. You have options to celebrate Valentine’s Day from Friday, February 14 through Sunday, February 16 and enjoy a chef-driven menu that celebrates the language of love. Come and celebrate on Valentine’s Day with your special date or friends and family, and enjoy a three-course menu that includes dessert. Highlights include freshly shucked oysters and lobster bisque, to King Salmon, venison medallions and filet mignon. There are special Champagne and sparkling wine pairing suggestions on the menu. Full menu available at baysiderestaurant. SATURDAY NIGHT Valentine’s Weekend continues at Bayside with a…

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Valentine’s Day Charity Event for Breastlink-With Bill Cherry

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2020

Calling all Elvis fans! A special 2020 Valentine Charity event to benefit Be Aware Foundation is coming up on Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m.at Brewery X in Anaheim. Starring the incredible Bill Cherry backed by The Graceland Band SD, with a special opening act, The Sweethearts. Brewery X is an independent craft brewery, located in Anaheim on the La Palma Beer Trail. The Be Aware Foundation is dedicated to saving lives by educating and inspiring women to follow early detection guidelines for breast cancer. Donations at $35, cash or checks at the door.   Brewery X is at 3191…

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The World of Opera: Stories of Love on Valentine’s Weekend

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By Greer Wylder
February 11, 2020

Beautiful love stories, told through some of the most beloved opera music of all time, will unfold on Sunday, Feb. 16, when the Parnassus Society presents The World of Opera: Stories of Love at the Soka Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo. The 3 p.m. concert is the perfect finale to Valentine’s Weekend, with selections from romantic operas such as Madame Butterfly, Tosca and La Traviata sung by highly acclaimed performers. The audience will enjoy performances by world-renowned artists who also call Orange County home: Tenor Bruce Sledge (City of Orange native), Mezzo-Soprano Milena Kitic (Newport Beach resident), Soprano Julie…

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James Bond Approved Valentine’s Day Gift

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By Greer Wylder
February 11, 2020

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, something that communicates love in more ways than one? Look no further that the newest modern tech meets luxury jewelry item that will sure to get a loved one’s heart beating. Talsam is a new line of luxury smart jewelry designed for people to stay connected. An all new concept, this technology-enabled fashion accessory conjures up the romance of keepsakes, love letters, and physical mementos of days gone by, perfect for a unique Valentine’s Day gift. Talsam allows users to communicate wirelessly through Bluetooth-enabled semi-precious stone charms. Loved ones can send text messages,…

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The 10th annual “Love Grows by Giving” fundraiser

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By Greer Wylder
February 10, 2020

Orange County wine lovers and foodies alike will unite in support of at-risk youth during the 10th annual “Love Grows by Giving" fundraiser on Thursday, February 13, from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. Guests will celebrate the month of love by raising funds for nonprofit Waymakers’ Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, a “safe haven” for homeless, runaway, abused and at-risk youth. The charitable event will feature wine tastings, beer samplings, live music and an exceptional culinary experience from local fine dining restaurants. Waymakers is a nonprofit organization that builds safer communities by helping individuals…

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