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An Unforgettable Night of Giving, Miracle of Mobility Gala

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By Greer Wylder
August 05, 2019

The 16th annual Miracle of Mobility gala was an unforgettable evening on July 25 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts filled with surprises, inspiration and the pure joy of giving culminated with Free Wheelchair Mission (FWM) receiving over $1.8 million in donations in one night. It was the most funds raised at this event and enough to transform the lives of more than 22,500 individuals living with disabilities in under-resourced nations around the world. Already, the humanitarian nonprofit has distributed 1.2 million wheelchairs around the world. TV personality and gold medalist Victoria Arlen had an incredible story of regaining mobility…

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The Festival of Arts Fine Arts Show weekly events

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By Greer Wylder
August 05, 2019

The Festival of Arts Fine Arts Show offers weekly events that you won't want to miss. From live music to workshops and art classes, here is the schedule for the week of Monday, Aug. 5 to Friday, Aug. 9. Weekday Nightly Music Schedule Daily at 5:30 p.m. through Sept. 1 Cost: Free with $10 Festival Admission Monday, August 5: Terry Wollman Tuesday, August 6: The Surf City All-Stars (part of the Tribute Tuesday music series) Wednesday, August 7: Anne Walsh and “Pretty World” Thursday, August 8: Kleber Jorge (part of the Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate series) Friday, August 9:…

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Where Brunch is LIT

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By Greer Wylder
August 02, 2019

LIT Café, OC’s new favorite breakfast and lunch spot, is now open Saturdays and has launched a brand-new brunch menu that’s sure to impress! Located in Anaheim Hills, LIT Café celebrated its grand opening in July and is already making quite the impression with locals thanks to their signature Chilaquiles and out-of-this-world pastry selection. LIT Café’s all-new brunch menu will feature adventurous dishes such as Tempura French Toast, a Breakfast Charcuterie Board and Souffle Pancakes in addition to traditional breakfast combos and vegan options. Guests can also enjoy Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s. Owned by culinary power couple, Erica Tjangnaka and…

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MOTOWN at THE CASINO SAN CLEMENTE

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By Greer Wylder
August 01, 2019

The Casino San Clemente pays homage to its golden days as a dance hall thanks to headliner The DownTown Band, presented by Laid Black Entertainment, performing on Friday, August 2 with a Motown tribute. The renowned band plays frequently at Cooks Chapel in Anaheim and will be bringing several star vocalists to enliven their premier show on the Casino’s historic stage. Expect favorites from the catalog of Stevie Wonder, the Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Gladys Knight and the Pips. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music begins at 7 p.m., so come grab a seat near the historic “floating” dance floor…

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Wild & Scenic Film Festival

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By Greer Wylder
August 01, 2019

The 2nd Annual Orange Coast Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival is being held in Costa Mesa on Saturday, August 3 offering a full day of this year’s best short films focused on timely environmental topics. They’ve expanded the event to feature a Saturday mid-morning children’s film festival for families followed by two showings—late afternoon and evening—of films geared to adult festival goers. Three filmmakers will be attending and participating in Q&A. One of the films, Tracking Snow, is by a filmmaker completing his postdoctoral work at UCI. The entire list and summary of films for 2 p.m. and 6…

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