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‘FITNESS, FOODS, AND FINANCIAL FREEDOM’ WELLNESS EVENT

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By Greer Wylder
February 06, 2019

321 Empower, a nonprofit founded by celebrity fitness trainer Ramona Braganza to provide human trafficking survivors with the strength and skills necessary to live healthy and independent lives, will host its first fundraising event on Saturday, February 9. The wellness event focused on food, fitness and financial freedom, will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Seacliff Country Club in Huntington Beach. Global fitness expert and celebrity trainer Ramona Braganza, whose A-list clientele includes Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, and the cast of “Fifty Shades of Grey,” created 321 Empower in 2016 to help survivors of trafficking reclaim ownership of their bodies through…

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ORANGE COUNTY PREMIERE OF “EVOLUTION,” BY TAIKO DRUMMING TROUPE KODO

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By Greer Wylder
February 05, 2019

The Philharmonic Society of Orange County presents the Orange County premiere of Evolution, a new production by world-renowned taiko drumming troupe Kodo, on Sunday, February 10, 7 p.m., at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Segerstrom Center for the Arts.   Evolution is a program of large-scale works performing on a wide variety of drums with impeccable precision, from the Katsugi Daiko (or “portable taiko”) drums to timpani to the massive 660-pound o-daiko drums. The show also highlights dance, song and bamboo flute performances, and incorporates surprising visual effects. Following its premiere in August 2016 at Suntory Hall in Tokyo…

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Nordstrom CLOTHING DONATION PROGRAM: NEW YEAR, FRESH START

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By Greer Wylder
February 05, 2019

Every year, billions of pounds of clothing ends up in landfills. Nordstrom wants to provide a more sustainable solution, so they’re launching a donation program that makes it easy to give used clothing and accessories a second life—while also supporting local nonprofit organizations. You can donate your items by mail, or at Nordstrom Local in L.A. All donations will be directed to local nonprofits where they'll be sold to support community programs like job training and education. They’ve partnered with Give Back Box* so you can reuse the box from your recent Nordstrom order to donate to local charities. How…

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Giveaway Time! Fly n’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2019

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we’re offering a Fly n’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill $50 gift card giveaway. This Valentine’s Day, Chef Julio Hawkins is serving a four-course prix fixe menu for $85. Guests will begin the meal with an Amuse Bouche - a 24 karat gold leaf oyster surprise, followed by the award-winning Clam Chowder and Winter Berry Frisee Salad. Continue the meal with a choice of entree, with options like the Wild Norwegian Miso Glazed Halibut (in shiitake, truffle, bok choy citrus broth, with herb-scented forbidden rice) or the 18 oz. Prime Rib (Wild herb, fennel crusted,…

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Old Vine Kitchen + Bar Soft Opening Today

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2019

On the heels of celebrating eleven successful years in Costa Mesa, Old Vine Café embarks on a second chapter with a new location and updated name to reflect the expanded offerings. The beloved and award-winning restaurant will reopen as Old Vine Kitchen & Bar on Monday, February 4 at 9 a.m. in the former Ecco Pizzeria & Bar at The Camp. The new space will maintain Old Vine’s intimate dining setting as well as a full bar, a cozy ‘Living Room’ lounge area, and a larger enclosed outdoor patio perfect for enjoying brunch or hosting private parties and events. Additionally,…

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