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Turning your Bath or Shower into A Spa

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By Greer Wylder
September 26, 2018

I just discovered a great line geared to elevating the shower/bathing experience and who doesn’t need that? Daily Concepts is all about taking the time to take care of your skin and giving yourself some much-needed TLC. The Daily Concepts Renewal Oil ($16.50) is an antioxidant-rich formula that helps maintain your skin's natural moisture balance and can be used as a massage oil for added beauty benefits. With natural ingredients such as Quinoa, Lucuma, Sunflower Seed and anti-oxidant boosting Sacha Inchi it’s a great blend designed to reduce fluid retention and boost the immune system. With lavender, rosemary and eucalyptus,…

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1888 Center Invites Community to Nominate Orange County Laureate

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By Greer Wylder
September 26, 2018

The innovative 1888 Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to storytelling, is asking for nominations for the Orange County Laureate program. Now is the time to nominate Orange County community members who inspire you, through storytelling, community engagement, or education (art, literature, music, history, science, technology). Nominations are open until October 31st. More information can be found at 1888.center/laureate. The 1888 Center, located in the Historic District of Old Towne Orange, hosts a bookshop, gallery, multi-use performance space, and café serving Contra Coffee & Tea.

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Hops & Vines Charity Classic

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By Greer Wylder
September 25, 2018

The 12th Annual Hops & Vines Charity Classic will be celebrated on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6-9 p.m. at Center Club in Costa Mesa. Proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships benefit the Center Club Cares fund, which has selected Orange County School of the Arts to be the 2018 featured beneficiary. In addition to Orange County School of the Arts, other organizations to receive funds from the event include Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS and the ALS Therapy Development Institute, and the ClubCorp Employee Care Foundation The annual event will feature more than 30 award-winning wineries and world-class craft beers,…

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Ocean Institute Battle of the Bands Fundraiser

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By Greer Wylder
September 25, 2018

The Ocean Institute in Dana Point will be the site of a "Battle of the Bands" blues and soul sound on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 5 to 9 p.m. to raise money for their Distance Learning Program for disabled children. Hosted by the Sand Dollar Guild, a fundraising arm of the Ocean Institute, two well-known blues bands will take to the stage. Brian Young and the Blues Band will join the Blues Racket Band for an evening of soulful sound amid the beautiful ocean setting at the Institute. A silent auction offers additional ways to donate. An Opportunity Drawing Raffle includes a two-night stay for four people in…

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Bullying & Violence Prevention in our Schools Event

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By Greer Wylder
September 24, 2018

You can join a special night with guest speakers sharing valuable insight about Bullying and Violence Prevention in Schools on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at The Newport Beach Civic Center in Newport Beach. Guest speakers include Barbara Coloroso, author of The Bully, the Bullied & The Not-So-Innocent Bystander; Micaela A. Thordarson, PD of ASPIRE Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program and CHOC; and Gary Clemente of NB Police Department. This is going to be an incredible event that you won't want to miss. Adults welcome. Limited occupancy. Heavy appetizers provided by The Bungalow. RSVP at NB-Foundation.org Newport Beach…

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