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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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sweet Valentine’s Day offerings at Balboa Bay Resort

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By Greer Wylder
February 10, 2020

Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach’s premier waterfront resort, has love on the brain and will be offering guests and locals sweet Valentine’s Day offerings. Valentine’s Day Dinner: This Valentine’s Day, treat your love to a romantic dinner that would make Cupid proud at Balboa Bay Resort’s signature restaurant, Waterline. Perfect for two, the menu features a 30-day Dry Aged Tomahawk Steak and Fresh Roasted Whole Snapper carved tableside by Executive Chef Octavio Sabado. The dinner will be held on February 14 and 15, 5:30 – 10 p.m. and reservations can be made through Open Table, or by calling 949.645.5000. Bubbly…

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SOKA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PRESENTS HUB NEW MUSIC WITH SPECIAL GUEST KOJIRO UMEZAKI

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By Greer Wylder
February 09, 2020

Soka Performing Arts Center presents Hub New Music with Special Guest Kojiro Umezaki on Sunday, April 26, at 3 p.m. Called “contemporary chamber trailblazers” by the Boston Globe – comprised of flute, clarinet, violin, and cello – Hub New Music is forging new pathways in the 21st-century repertoire. Through creative programming and ambitious commissioning projects, the quartet of “intrepids” (WQXR) celebrates the fluidity and diversity of today’s classical music landscape. Its performances have been described as “gobsmacking” (Cleveland Classical) and “innovative” (WBUR). Tickets are $27-$55 and are now available online at performingarts.soka.edu, at the Box Office at 1 University Drive…

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