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The Best of Peruvian Cuisine in Long Beach

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By Greer Wylder
February 22, 2019

Discover some of the best in Peruvian foods at Aji Peruvian Cuisine at Long Beach's thriving Retro Row. It’s also a great dining choice to visit during Dine Out Long Beach Restaurant Week on Sunday, Feb. 24 through Saturday, March 2. The special three-course prix-fixe menu is just $35, and you’ll get a delicious sampling of the tastes and colors of Peru. First Course choices include Solterito de Quinua, Golden Beet Salad, Papa Rellena de Carne, Anticucho de Carne, Causa Cocktail, or Ceviche Moderno. Second Course choices include Ají de Gallina, Arrocito Norteño, Shrimp Chaufa, Seco de Res, and Aji’s…

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Fine Free Library Days at OC Public Library

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By Greer Wylder
February 21, 2019

OC Public Libraries is offering “Fine Free Library Days” through Feb. 24. Any items with overdue fines or items that have been marked as "lost" can be returned and related fines and fees waived. Demonstrating the library’s mission of providing access to library services for all County residents, OC Public Libraries will be initiating “Fine Free Library Days” to support local communities and welcome back patrons who may have avoided the library because of their fines. During a similar event in 2011, entitled “Amnesty Week”, 6,700 overdue items were brought back to the library system, equaling $167,925 in returned materials.…

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PRISM BOUTIQUE HOSTS FIRST VINTAGE MARKET in COSTA MESA

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By Greer Wylder
February 21, 2019

Come shop carefully-curated vintage collections at Prism Boutique’s second location at the LAB Anti-mall in Costa Mesa on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vintage-lovers from Orange County and surrounding areas are invited to hang out while shopping local vendors and the newly stocked Prism Vintage Collection. Joining the one day pop-up with their one-of-a-kind vintage finds are Blossom Vintage, Cameo Appearance Vintage from Santa Ana, The Vault + Home 1969, Chula Chuco, and Sundaze Vintage, plus vintage home goods from Monic Supply Co. In addition, attendees at the vintage market pop-up will enjoy a mimosa bar,…

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Louis XIII Dinner at Oak Grill

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By Greer Wylder
February 21, 2019

Enjoy a dinner fit for a king at a special Louis XIII Dinner at Oak Grill at the Fashion Island Hotel on Wednesday, Feb.. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. This spectacular passed hors d’oeuvres and five-course dinner is perfect for all food and wine aficionados. The courses are paired with exquisite Napa Valley Pahlmeyer wines, and a personalized and engraved bottle of Louis XIII is “gifted” to each couple. The first course is Dungeness Crab Ceviche paired with Pahlmeyer Chardonnay followed by Lobster Bisque accompanied by Jayson Pinot Noir. Course three brings Duck Two Ways with roasted maitake mushrooms,…

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GEMfest A day of conversation and celebration…

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By Greer Wylder
February 20, 2019

GEMfest is a one-of-a-kind celebration (like a conference, but “more!”) that aims to educate girls in grades 6-8 about empowerment, self-esteem, and independence, and inspire them to take on middle school, high school, and the world!  On Saturday, March 2 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. the 2nd annual GEMfest will showcase several guest speakers, panels, hands-on workshops, delicious food & fun that will leave young girls – and their parents – feeling fearless. If you’re a parent of a middle school girl (grades 6-8) and would like your daughter to attend GEMfest for free - the first four readers to respond…

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