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Veteran Owned Furniture Maker at FH HOme Store

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By Greer Wylder
June 05, 2019

Veteran-owned and Orange County-based Timber Fields Woodworks by craftsman Michael Ortiz showcases handcrafted, unique furniture and accessories. During the month of June, there will be a Timber Fields Woodworks pop-up event at the FH Home store in Newport Beach. Ortiz established his business in 2013 to sell his made in America designs. During a routine patrol conducted 10 miles north of Baghdad in 2008, the ground beneath Ortiz’s vehicle exploded and left him with a closed-brain injury and severe spinal cord damage that paralyzed him for months.  After he was discharged, the former Army Specialist and his wife, April, were awarded…

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Two Costa Mesa Restaurants Receive Michelin Stars

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By Greer Wylder
June 04, 2019

Yesterday some of the state’s most renowned chefs gathered at the Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach for the highly anticipated selection of star awards in the 2019 Michelin Guide California, the first-ever statewide Michelin Guide. And, the big surprise and excitement came when two Costa Mesa restaurants and their chefs were awarded a One Star from Michelin and the coveted chef’s coat! Hana Re and Chef Atsushi Yokoyama along with Taco María and Chef Carlos Salgado were selected amongst 90 restaurants in California. They were the only two selected from the 34 cities in Orange County. Michelin's One…

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Vitamin A Celebrates World Oceans Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 04, 2019

Vitamin A is celebrating World Oceans Day on Saturday, June 8 at Aliso Beach from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. The SoCal based swimwear brand will be hosting a beach clean-up in Laguna, where they'll be collecting waste that endangers local sea life. You can join with friends and family to help create a cleaner, sunnier coastline. Vitamin A will be providing FREE beach parking for all volunteers valid 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and some Vitamin A goodies as a thank you for all volunteers  help. Parking passes will be distributed at the meet-up. Keep an eye out for Vitamin A's tassel umbrellas and signage! Aliso Beach Park is at 31131 S.…

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Everyday Savings Nordstrom Rack Shoe shop

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2019

At Nordstrom Rack Shoe Shop you can find on-trend shoes that will suit every occasion this summer. You’ll also love the great buys at an everyday savings of up to 70% off. The shoe shop also includes espadrille’s, mules, heels, men’s, kids and more. The selection is available at Nordstrom Rack locations and online at Nordstromrack.com.

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Exciting Week for Doughnut Enthusiasts

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2019

Not only can doughnut enthusiasts look forward to National Doughnut Day on Friday, June 7, if you’re one of the first 50 customers at Sidecar Doughnuts you’ll receive a limited and special edition Sidecar National Doughnut Day hat and a free doughnut card! You just need to make a purchase and limit is one hat/doughnut card per transaction.  You can also make Monday more memorable today by checking out SideCar Doughnuts first collection of gif stickers for Instagram Stories on Monday, June 3rd; as well as joining the ranks of Snapchat with a customized geofilter available at all Sidecar locations,…

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