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ETHOS presents ART HOUSE in Big Canyon

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By Greer Wylder
February 20, 2019

Meet local artists and hear more about their work at Ethos inaugural Art House a Salon in Big Canyon on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. Also, view select works of internationally acclaimed artists from around the world.  Art will be available for purchase. Ethos has selected Newport Beach Art Foundation as the charity for this show and 10% of sales will benefit public art in Newport Beach. You must RSVP for the event. The address will be provided after RSVP. RSVP with your name at info@ethoscontemporaryart.com or call gallery 949.791.8917. Ethos Contemporary Art is at 3405 Newport Blvd., in Newport Beach.  

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Sol Agave Debuts Brunch Buffet

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By Greer Wylder
February 19, 2019

One of Orange County’s most popular Mexican restaurants, Sol Agave, is now serving Sunday brunch at its Kaleidoscope location in Mission Viejo. Known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, the buffet-style brunch is available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday. Sol Agave’s brunch includes a wide selection of seafood, including shrimp, salmon, fresh seasonal fish, grilled vegetables, fresh fruit, salads, pozole, chili verde, pollo a la chipotle, and assorted tacos with grilled meat and fresh house-made corn tortillas. The brunch is only $25 for adults, $12 for kids to age 12, and children 4 and under can eat free.…

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Nordstrom Winter Sale

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By Greer Wylder
February 19, 2019

If you’re in the market for extra layers, Nordstrom is having a Winter Sale now through Sunday, 24. You can shop for winter-wardrobe refresher including styles from The North Face, Rag & Bone, Joie and more up to 40% off across departments. Nordstrom South Coast Plaza is at 3333 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa. Nordstrom Fashion Island is at 901 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. Nordstrom Rack Metro Pointe at South Coast is 901 S. Coast Drive in Costa Mesa. Nordstrom Irvine Spectrum is at 800 Spectrum Center Drive in Irvine. Nordstrom The Shops at Mission Viejo is at…

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Sunset Crystal Yoga at Surf & Sand Resort

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By Greer Wylder
February 18, 2019

Surf & Sand Resort, in Laguna Beach, has launched their new Sunset Crystal Yoga series for guests. The first class will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 19 and continues on March 20.  At the guided yoga class on the beach, you can find some of the best sunset views and relax with the serene sounds of the coast. At the beginning of each class, guests are provided with a healing crystal to charge in the sun and further channel cleansing of the mind and body. Following class, guests can take the crystals home as a keepsake! The class is for all levels, and upcoming dates include Tuesday, February…

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HILLBILLY Exploring America’s Great Divide

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By Greer Wylder
February 18, 2019

Musco Center for the Arts presents the free Orange County premiere screening of Hillbilly, an award-winning new documentary film on Tuesday, March 12 at 7:30 p.m.   Hillbilly, co-directed by Chapman Assistant Professor of Documentary Film Sally Rubin and filmmaker Ashley York, seeks to expand cultural understanding of the Appalachian region and its infamous stereotype. The post-screening discussion with an expert panel features Dr. Stephanie Takaragawa, Presidental Fellow Joel Kotkin, Professor Lori Cox Han, and Hillbilly Director Sally Rubin. Called “wonderful” by Dolly Parton and praised by RogerEbert.com as “3.5 stars…an ambitious and enlightening documentary, filled with wisdom and asking…

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