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Bayside Celebrates 20 years with Special Menu

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By Greer Wylder
April 03, 2019

Bayside is celebrating 20 years in 2019, an incredible testament to the work of the Ghoukassian family, and the amazing Executive Chef Paul Gstrein. Bayside is offering a special menu through November as a thank you to Orange County food, wine, art and music lovers to enjoy and remember why Bayside has become a staple of Newport Beach dining. This family owned and operated restaurant is a bastion in the age of large corporate restaurant brands. The $20 menu includes a glass of Rodney Strong Chardonnay or Cabernet, paired with a choice of Tuna Tataki, Shrimp Scampi, and NY Minute…

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Comedian Brian Regan Returns to SEGERSTROM CENTER

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By Greer Wylder
April 03, 2019

Orange County comedy fans are in for a treat when the acclaimed comedian Brian Regan returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for one night on Friday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country. Declared by Vanity Fair as “the funniest stand-up alive,” Regan made history in 2015 with his special Brian Regan, Live from Radio City Music Hall – the first live broadcast of a stand-up special in Comedy Central’s history. His non-stop theater tour is close to 100 cities each year. In 2017, Brian Regan premiered his seventh…

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Blue Moon Boutique Supports Bracken’s Kitchen

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By Greer Wylder
April 02, 2019

Blue Moon in Garden Grove offers shoppers classic and beautiful styles, and it’s also a boutique that’s making a positive difference in the community. Owner Patti Blake is passionate about finding uniquely beautiful and interesting products, as well as supporting charities. Since she opened seven years ago, she’s donated over $175, 000 to local charities! Through the month of April, Blue Moon will be supporting Bracken’s Kitchen as they help fight food insecurity in Orange County. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

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EggSlice Pop-Up at Soco Five Days A week

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By Greer Wylder
April 02, 2019

Starting this Wednesday, April 3, Eggslice will be open FIVE days a week providing SOCO shoppers with more breakfast options than ever before. You can find the Eggslice pop-up at Shuck Oyster Bar. Enjoy handcrafted egg sandwiches, house made condiments, organic cold brew coffee and hand squeezed fresh OJ. Open 7 to 11 a.m. Wednesday to Saturday; 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday.  Closed Monday and Tuesday.   3313 Hyland Ave. in Costa Mesa.

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#GoBecauseYouCan Monster and Sea 24-Hour Paddle

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2019

The 2019 Monster and Sea 24-Hour Paddle for local families battling cancer is coming up on April 13. Mark Schulein of Crown Hardware is participating in this incredibly cool event for a super import cause in our communities.  This is a grassroots way to make a real impact in the lives of local folks fighting cancer. Schulein’s Team Newport raised over $18,000 last year. This resulted in 18 families receiving $1,000 in cash. This year he’s also proud to be a founding member of Team Kauai; the first Team in the islands; but surely not the last.  The Monster and Sea…

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