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CASA Rocks at elysewalker

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By Greer Wylder
September 20, 2019

The second annual CASA Rocks in Newport Beach will be celebrated on Saturday, September 21, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at elysewalker in Newport Beach. This unique event’s goal is to raise funds for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County in their outstanding efforts of helping the abused, abandoned and neglected children and teens in the foster care system.  Each attendee at CASA Rocks will have the opportunity to dance the nightaway, while enjoying specialty cocktails and gourmet catering courtesy of Nobu Newport Beach.  Dance and sing along to premier Los Angeles acoustic rock duo, Crimson Crowbar featuring…

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Lido House’s Veuve Clicquot Month

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By Greer Wylder
September 19, 2019

Lido House, Newport Beach's boutique luxury hotel, just teamed up with Veuve Clicquot for the 10th Annual LA Polo Classic to create a month-long soirée to celebrate the classic's monumental anniversary year. Now through the October 5th vsitors and locals alike can enjoy these Veuve Clicquot experiences. Top off Thursdays at Topside: Lido House's rooftop bar - and the only in Newport Beach - will host a weekly happy hour every Thursday in September, beginning September 12. Includes a glass of Veuve + Caviar Fries for $35 (a steal - as fries normally run for $32).  Grand finale happy hour event to take place on Tuesday,…

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FIve Crowns Old World Wine Dinner

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By Greer Wylder
September 19, 2019

Five Crowns presents one of their most highly anticipated wine events, the Old World Wine Dinner on Saturday, September 21 from 6-9:30 p.m. Hosted in Five Crowns’ charming backyard setting, the end-of-summer celebration will highlight exquisite European varietals paired with a decadent six-course menu of seasonal specials curated by Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla and her team. 1st course Cava Yá Cuvée 23 Brut Reserva, Spain Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers, saffron aioli 2nd course Ronco delle Betulle DOC FCO Friulano, Italy Marinated Melon, prosciutto crisp, arugula, balsamic reduction 3rd course Domaine de la Raimbauderie Sancerre, France Fig Toast, whipped ricotta, sherry…

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Tackle Box September Celebrations

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2019

Stop by Tackle Box, OC’s favorite coastal pub, this September for some fun foodie holiday celebrations and touchdown specials all month long! On Thursday, September 19, guests are invited to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day at Tackle Box with a buy one, get one free burger deal that’s sure to excite your wallet and your taste buds. Then on Saturday, September 28, the restaurant will offer $5 flights of beer in honor of National Drink Beer Day!  Regardless of which holiday you choose to celebrate (hopefully it’s both!), Head Chef, Co-Owner, and Top Chef Alum Brian Huskey is excited to serve…

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The Jazz Centenarians Salutes 100 Years of Nat King Cole

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2019

Styled after the groundbreaking “The Nat King Cole Show” the concert on Sunday, September 22 at 3 p.m. at Soka Performing Arts Center features Barbara Morrison and Sherry Williams along with a big band, the “Nat King Cole Trio” and 10 singers each performing songs by the legendary artists who sang on the original variety TV show, such as Lena Horn, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Art Blakey and more. Tickets are $35/$45 *Senior, Student and Active Military: $31.50/$40.50 *Must select the Will Call option when purchasing discount tickets. A valid ID is required to be presented at the Box Office to…

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