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THE Light After the WAr author at LAGUNA BEACH BOOKS

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By Greer Wylder
February 05, 2020

Indie book store, Laguna Beach Books welcomes Anita Abriel, author of The Light After The War on Sunday, Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. Inspired by an incredible true story of two Jewish friends who survived the Holocaust, this sweeping novel of love and friendship spans World War II from Budapest to Austria and the postwar years from Naples to Caracas, perfect for fans of The GermanGirl and We Were the Lucky Ones. Anita Abriel was born in Sydney, Australia. She received a BA in English Literature with a minor in Creative Writing from Bard College and attended UC Berkeley’s Masters…

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ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXVII at Queen Mary

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By Greer Wylder
February 03, 2020

The Queen Mary welcomes back the annual ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXVII on February 15-16. Experience Scottish culture through an array of authentic activities including Highland Games and competitions, traditional dance, cuisine, whisky tastings, bagpiping, live entertainment, and activities for the entire family — all in honor of the Queen Mary’s Scottish ancestry.  Guests can witness professional and amateur competitions in piping, drumming, massed bands, darts, Highland dancing and Highland athletics. This year’s Highland Games welcome the all-new North American Lightweight Women’s Championship. On Sunday, February 16, the top lightweight women in the United States will be competing in…

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Laguna Beach Books Booksigning WIth Bill Wheeler

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By Greer Wylder
February 03, 2020

Laguna Beach Books welcomes Bill Wheeler author of State of War: MS-13 and El Salvador's World of Violence on Wednesday, February 5 from 5 to 6 p.m. Bill will be discussing and signing copies of his book. RSVP here for preferred seating. About State of Violence: The real story behind El Salvador’s MS-13 gang and how they have perpetuated three generations of conflict and led to scores of migrants seeking a new life in the United States. Born in Los Angeles, the gang MS-13 was founded in the 1980s by Salvadoran refugees who had been hardened in a civil war…

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Hi-Time Wine Cellars Tour de Napa

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By Greer Wylder
February 03, 2020

For the 3rd year in a row, Hi-Time Wine Cellars will bring Napa Valley’s finest wineries together on Saturday, February 8th to pour over 100 different wines at Crevier Classic Cars in Costa Mesa. Attendees will indulge in the top wines that the valley has to offer from 4:30-7 p.m., while listening to live music, enjoying hors d’oeuvres, perusing vintage cars and interacting with winemakers, sommeliers, and industry leaders. Curated by Hi-Time Wine Cellars’ North American buyer, Dan Williams, the list of wineries participating is growing daily. Highlights include Cade, Caymus, Louis M. Martini, Orin Swift, Rombauer, and Silver Oak.…

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Fire Destroys working Wardrobes Headquarters in Irvine

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By Greer Wylder
February 03, 2020

I’m so sorry to report that a fire broke out at the Working Wardrobes headquarters in Irvine early Sunday morning. It was several hours before firefighters could access the building. Everything was destroyed by this fire. “We are absolutely devastated by this catastrophic loss, the heart of our operations is gone and so is 30 years of history,” said Jerri Rosen, Founder and CEO, after the fire. “We are grateful and relieved to report that no one was hurt or in the building at the time of the fire.” Approximately 100 firefighters were at the scene. No injuries were reported.…

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