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SoCal Native & Broadway Star Mandy Gonzalez at Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
October 22, 2019

The talented star of the Tony Award-winning hit musicals Hamilton, Wicked and In the Heights, Mandy Gonzalez, will appear at Irvine Barclay Theatre this Sunday, October 27 at 7 p.m. Gonzalez, who possesses one of the most powerful and versatile contemporary voices of our time, will perform with Javier Munoz, singing music of their friends Lin-Manuel Miranda, Stephen Schwartz and other extraordinary songwriters who have inspired them. Born and raised in the Santa Clarita Valley, Gonzalez is taking time from her role of Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton to appear at the Irvine Barclay Theatre with Muñoz, who stepped into the shoes of Lin-Manuel Miranda…

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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar’s new Dog Club

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By Greer Wylder
October 22, 2019

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, known for their handcrafted American food and drink, is introducing Pepper’s Pack, a club created by dog lovers for the dog you love. Pepper’s Pack members will get a themed Play Pack that includes two innovative dog toys, two bags of all-natural treats and one chew each quarter. Members also receive exclusive perks when they bring their pup to dine on the patio at Lazy Dog restaurants including $2 dog meals (non-member price is $5). “Growing up, our dogs were always an important part of the family. Launching a dog club seemed like a natural next…

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Halloween Photo Sessions at SOCO + The OC Mix

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By Greer Wylder
October 22, 2019

You’re in for a treat at SOCO + The OC Mix!  On Saturday, October 26 from 9:30 a.m. – 12: p.m., kiddos in costume and their families are invited to The OC Mix for a fang-tastic Alison Bernier Photography photo session.  Alison will be set up near the walkway between Milk & Honey Baby and Gear Co Op where your little goblins will take boo-tiful Halloween photos in front of the most adorable Halloween backdrop designed by Beijos Events.  Not only do the children love it, but this is also a great way to document your little ones in this…

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Anaheim Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast

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By Greer Wylder
October 21, 2019

People of all faiths are invited to an inspiring morning at the annual Anaheim Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Wed. Oct. 23 from 7-10 a.m. where business partners, local leaders, and Anaheim neighbors gather in the spirit of unity, contemplation, and collaboration. This year’s keynote speaker is Andrew Puzder, former CEO of Carl Karcher Enterprises. During his tenure, he helped turn Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. into fast-food powerhouses. He continues to draw upon his working-class Catholic upbringing and seeks to live devoutly in all aspects of his life. Puzder is a frequent lecturer on economics and politics for various groups and associations…

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ISSAC a New Option in Children’s Education

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By Greer Wylder
October 21, 2019

Attention homeschooling parents and anyone looking for an alternative in their child's education, there’s a NEW option for you. ISSAC is a brand-new public charter school that just opened in Costa Mesa. It’s tuition-free and the first TK-5 public charter school with an emphasis in STREAM, World Languages and Peacebuilding in Orange County. ISSAC is continuing to enroll students for the academic year and next. You can sign up for an intent to enroll now. They will be accepting middle school students next year. Now is the time to secure your spot at issaccharter.org/admissions/intent-to-enroll. International School for Science and Culture…

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