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The Los Angeles Coffee Festival Returns Nov. 8-10

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By Greer Wylder
November 08, 2019

Whether you’re a beginner, coffee aficionado, self-confessed coffee geek or in the coffee business, The Los Angeles Coffee Festival is for you! It’s returning for the second year in a row, taking place November 8 - 10 at the Magic Box @ The Reef in Downtown LA! After a successful inaugural year on the West Coast, this year is slated to be even bigger and better than last. The weekend-long event will feature not only exceptional coffee, but also incredible local food, cocktails, live music, art and film. The wide variety of coffee vendors and other exciting brands will include but are not limited to: Bluestone Lane, Black & White Coffee Roasters, Minor…

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Fiesta Navidad

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By Greer Wylder
November 06, 2019

Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Fiesta Navidad, one of Orange County’s most popular and anticipated holiday celebrations, returns to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall on Thursday, December 19 at 8 p.m. This joyful family concert features the renowned Grammy® Award-winning Mariachi Los Camperos and dance group Chiquina Palafox. Tickets to Fiesta Navidad start at $29 and are available now online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling 714. 556.2787. For inquiries about groups of 10 or more, call the Group Services office at 714.755.0236.

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Del Mar Hosts Charities During Its Bing Crosby Season

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By Greer Wylder
November 06, 2019

As it has for the past 80 summers – and now, too, for the past five falls – Del Mar takes pride in hosting a series of highly worthy charities and their causes during its race meetings. That will be true once more over the course of the upcoming sixth Bing Crosby Season between Friday, November 8 and Sunday, December 1.         The seaside track will jump right into its long-standing altruistic mode on Opening Day when it partners with its sponsor MyPoint Credit Union as they celebrate and support the kids of Camp Wamp, a place where disabled youngsters…

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Watertable Wine Dinner with Jordan Winery

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By Greer Wylder
November 06, 2019

Watertable at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach is hosting a wine dinner with Jordan Winery on Thursday, November 7 at 6 p.m. The indulgent evening will feature a decadent five-course tasting menu along with carefully selected wine pairings. Menu Highlights:  Charcuterie and Bar Jars I Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble  Oysters with finger lime pearls, chili oil, and basil I 2014 & 16 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley Pheasant with roasted pumpkin and fig I 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley  Petite Filet I 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley  White Chocolate Cheesecake with roasted gooseberries and vanilla whip $125 per person (plus tax and gratuity) Watertable at Hyatt Regency Huntington…

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Free Workshop for MOMS: Find Time For You

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By Greer Wylder
November 05, 2019

Are you struggling with finding time for you? At this MOMS: Find Time For You workshop, on Thursday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Newport Beach Public Library you’ll learn three keys to rejuvenate and reclaim yourself. Learn how to understand the impact your well being has on your entire family. Prioritize YOURSELF, create a vision for YOUR ideal life. Reserve Your Spot Now Seats are Limited. Hosted by Bridget Belden. Coffee and snacks will be provided. This is your time! In order to provide a quiet, distraction-free environment for all participants, please make other arrangements…

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