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NEWPORT BEACH GARDEN TOUR PRESENTED BY SHERMAN LIBRARY & GARDENS

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2019

Stroll through seven private residential gardens during the Newport Beach Garden Tour on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. presented by Sherman Library & Gardens.  Each garden will host an “Artist in the Garden,” who will capture points of interest throughout the day. The Newport Beach Garden Tour is presented by the Sherman Library & Gardens Volunteer Association comprised of nearly 100 dedicated people who, together, work a total of over 5,000 volunteer hours annually to help maintain and promote Sherman Library & Gardens. The community is supporting Sherman Gardens by donating wonderful items for our raffle…

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Dogs & Décor

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2019

Stop by Ethan Allen in Tustin on Thursday, April 11 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. for the Dogs & Décor event to support the Recycled Love Dog Rescue which works to unite dogs and people through adoption. Enjoy refreshments, giveaways and, of course, adorable dogs while artist Scott Kenyon paints a portrait of one adorable pooch. RSVP at tustin@ethanallen.com by April 10 to book your spot for the free event as space is limited. Be sure to send a photo of your dog when you RSVP to be entered to win an 8x10 portrait of your dog and receive…

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Paint Your Pet for National Pet Day!

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2019

Get ready to celebrate National Pet Day with a pet painting workshop at Chuck Jones Center for Creativity!  On Thursday, April 11 pet lovers are invited to showcase their creative side by painting adorable portraits of the special animal in their lives.  Two sessions will be offered on the day of the event – an afternoon session from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. and an evening session that includes wine tasting from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.   No experience or materials needed – simply bring your favorite photo of your dog, cat, fish, etc. and let your painting mentors…

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FREE CONE DAY at Ben & Jerry’s

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2019

It’s FREE CONE DAY on Tuesday, April 9 at OC's only Ben & Jerry's shop at The District at Tustin Legacy. More than 6,000 ice cream lovers are expected to turn out from noon to 8 p.m. for the annual event. The lines may get long, but they move fast and there will be a DJ playing music for the crowds and giving out front-of-line passes, as well as a balloon-artist for kids -- all free.  And, if one scoop isn't enough to satisfy, folks are allowed to get back into line for an additional scoop. Last year, the OC…

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Asher G. The Must Have Eyeglass Case

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2019

For anyone who remembers the perfect Alexander Gray store at OC Mix several years ago, you can still find his amazing selection of curated and independent eyewear at Alexander Gray Optical in Brentwood. Last week I stopped by to see their collections and owner David Gonzales showed me a new must-have eyeglass class that he designed and you will love. The Pas De Deux (David's wife was a ballerina) called Asher G. is named after his youngest son. The beauty of this case is that it holds two pairs of glasses safely and securely, or an iPhone and a pair…

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