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Broadway Stars Benefit Show at Irvine Hebrew Day School

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By Greer Wylder
November 20, 2019

For one night only, Irvine Hebrew Day School proudly presents a benefit show featuring Broadway stars, Tony-nominated star Jarrod Spector: Jukebox Life, and Broadway’s Adam Ben-David, along with local OCSA students on Saturday, November 23 at 7 p.m. at IHDS Auditorium in Santa Ana. The special performance benefits the Irvine Hebrew Day School Arts Program. Knock-out performer, former Jersey Boys star and 2014 Broadway Tony Nominee, Jarrod Spector perform in Jukebox Life, an evening of Broadway, rock n' roll, and crooner classics that traces Spector's journey from Philly to LA to New York City. Highlighting terrible and wonderful auditions, "Mr.…

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Thanksgiving Family Fun Fest at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach!

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By Greer Wylder
November 20, 2019

Join the annual Family Fun-Fest on Thanksgiving Day at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach!  On Thursday, Nov. 28 from noon to 4 p.m., they will be featuring a delectable buffet presented by their culinary team with all of the Traditional Holiday trimmings including Oven-Roasted Turkey, Garlic Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole and more.     If you are looking for some additions to the traditional items check out their Iced Seafood Display or Sushi Display for a variety of locally sourced and thoughtfully served seafood options and Brunch offerings including an assortment of pastries, a Made to Order Omelet Station…

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Dynamic Jazz Ensemble Celebrates the Music of New Orleans Legend Allen Toussaint

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By Greer Wylder
November 19, 2019

Jazz enthusiasts are in for a treat as NOJO 7 of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra performs the music of New Orleans’ legendary pianist and songwriter Allen Toussain on Sunday, November 24 at 7 p.m. at Irvine Barclay Theatre in Irvine. Possessing an inimitable swinging style, the mighty NOJO 7 has performed and recorded with a veritable who’s who of artists across all genres. Led by Grammy Award-winning drummer and Artistic Director Adonis Rose, this 7-piece ensemble, which honors the dynamic traditions of New Orleans brass & rhythm, is drawn from the full New Orleans Jazz Orchestra. Ingrained with soulful…

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Autumn Tastes and Cocktails at Tanners Restaurant

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By Greer Wylder
November 19, 2019

Ready for a taste of fall and drinks of the season? Pasea Hotel & Spa's Tanner's Restaurant just added a new seasonal menu that calls for flannel and a beanie - locals and guests alike can indulge in standout items like the sticky buns - delivering an unexpected twist with pumpkin seed brittle, crunchy candied pecans and topped with a rich, savory cream cheese frosting. Lighter fare, like the sunchoke salad, is full of wild mushrooms, French radish, sunchoke puree, chicory and crisp Asian pear tied together with a pistachio vinaigrette. Their happy hour got a little more festive with the addition…

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FINAL LEADERSHIP IN HEELS SPEAKER SERIES EVENT

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By Greer Wylder
November 19, 2019

Speaker series Leadership in Heels will host its final event of 2019 on Thursday, November 21, from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. entitled “The Courage to Lead | The Time is Now” at the Center Club in Costa Mesa. Coast Magazine Editor Samantha Dunn will join Leadership in Heels Founder and CEO Scharrell Jackson, a full-time Partner, COO and CFO for Squar Milner in Irvine, for an intimate and authentic conversation about “courageous leadership.” Dunn will interview Jackson and the two community and business leaders will expose the highs and the lows of what it takes to lead without fear and will share examples of how they have exercised courage in…

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