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Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival’s New Additions

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By Greer Wylder
September 24, 2018

Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival announces new additions to lineup: Chef Alan Greeley, Michael Mina, Salt & Straw, and more! Due to high demand and impressive ticket sales, The 5th Annual Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival on Oct. 4 -7 has announced new additions to its event lineup, including appearances from beloved local chef Alan Greeley and Chef Michael Mina, and new Grand Tasting participants such as Salt & Straw, Cal Mare, URBANA Mexican Gastronomy & Mixology, and more. Numerous events are already sold out, but limited tickets are still available for Saturday and Sunday’s Grand Tastings, as…

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4th Annual Shopping Extravaganza for Alzheimer’s Association

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By Greer Wylder
September 23, 2018

On Saturday, October 6 at the Outlets at San Clemente, the Alzheimer's Association will be participating in the 4th Annual Shopping Extravaganza. The tickets are $35, which includes: a $25 donation to the Alzheimer's Association, chances to win more than 1,500 prizes valued at $40,000, and HUGE discounts at more than 45 participating stores!  There will be catered lunch, wine and cocktail tasting in the VIP Lounge, entertainment, and MORE! For more information, please click here! 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa in San Clemente. 949.535.2323.

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Final Days Images Salon 17th Annual Cut-A-Thon for Childhelp

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2018

It’s the last few days to join Childhelp and Images Salon in Corona del Mar by participating in their 17th Annual Childhelp Fundraiser.  Each participating stylist offers a number of donated haircuts beginning now through the end of September.  When calling 949.675. 5531, please mention Childhelp and request a haircut (or just get a blowout) and you will be offered the $45 rate.   The entire $45 goes directly to summer outings, classes and for Christmas presents for the children in the OC Group Homes! Images will also hold their annual raffle drawing with some fabulous prizes.  Last year Images…

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HUMAN OPTIONS HOSTS ANNUAL FALL LUNCHEON

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2018

Human Options will host its annual Fall Luncheon, UnSelfie: Raising Kind and Resilient Leaders, on Thursday, October 4 at The Westin South Coast Plaza to help educate and raise awareness about domestic violence. The event, held during National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, will bring the community together to raise critical funds for Human Options’ domestic violence programs including a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling program, legal advocacy and community education. The luncheon will feature keynote speaker Dr. Michele Borba, an award-winning author and world-renowned child development and parenting expert. Her latest book, “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in…

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Honda Center Makes The Switch To Paper Straws

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By Greer Wylder
September 20, 2018

Starting today, plastic straws are out at Honda Center. Recyclable paper straws will be available upon request replacing single-use plastic drinking and cocktail straws, and a limited number of plastic straws will remain available upon request for those with special needs. “At Honda Center, we continually look for ways to be more environmentally friendly. This is a small step that we ask our guests to take with us to advance the long-term sustainability goals of the arena. By making the switch, we will replace an annual average of over 750,000 plastic straws,” said Honda Center President/CEO and Anaheim Ducks VP/COO…

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