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ARTIST ALAN NAKAGAWA LEADs FIELD TRIPS TO LITTLE SAIGON FOR OCMA

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By Greer Wylder
November 15, 2018

Learn more about historic points at Little Saigon and even paint, visit centers and a museum, and celebrate the New Year! The Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) will offer six unique field trips to Little Saigon led by artist Alan Nakagawa. Nakagawa is one of six artists featured in the opening season of OCMA’s new temporary space at South Coast Plaza Village, OCMAEXPAND-SANTA ANA. Nakagawa is interested in exploring how we visit and experience cultures and communities to which we do not belong. The following questions guide Nakagawa in this endeavor: As an outsider, what are the opportunities to…

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THE DUCKS WATCH PARTY

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By Greer Wylder
November 14, 2018

Duck The Halls returns to The Market Place this holiday season! First up is the Anaheim Ducks Watch Party on Wednesday, November 14. Arrive early to stake your viewing spot and kick off the holiday season with a spectacular tree lighting, fun activities, giveaways, and a special guest appearance. Doors open at 4 p.m. Join the festivities at 6 p.m. as they turn on the Anaheim Ducks-themed tree with the help of Wild Wing, The Power Players and a special guest (stay tuned for who this will be). Bring the family to watch the Anaheim Ducks take on the Vegas Golden…

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Fashion Island’s Tree Lighting Ceremony

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By Greer Wylder
November 14, 2018

You can join Fashion Island's Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17 at 6 p.m. in the Neiman Marcus - Bloomingdale's Courtyard. Hosted by Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker, enjoy a 25-minute live musical show by The Young Americans, a visit from Santa, a magical snowfall, and, of course, the highly-anticipated lighting of the tree! Seating can be "reserved" starting at 7 a.m. each event day. Blankets and small lawn chairs (no more than 6 inches from the seat to the ground) are permitted. First come, first served to seat (as of 7 a.m). Chairs/blankets must be removed after…

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Highway 1, Connecting Communities Art Show

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By Greer Wylder
November 13, 2018

Attention art lovers and locals: We’re excited to announce the opening of Highway 1 on Nov. 15 to Nov. 18 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Boathouse Co. Showroom in Costa Mesa, presented by The Joy Rose and RVCA. Thanks to Newport-Mesa locals Cody Parole, Joe Suzuki, Ross Shwartz, and Joey Duffy III for producing and curating this wonderful display of group art with contemporary, minimal, abstract, surf/skate, tattoo, graffiti and more known as Highway 1. This show flawlessly embodies the essence of the lifestyle of the California Coast and is a must see. Highway 1 provides a platform…

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Miguel’s Jr. Limited Time Burrito and Horchata Special

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By Greer Wylder
November 13, 2018

Starting today through December 24, Miguel’s Jr. is offering guests the chance to enjoy an Original Burrito for $5 and homemade horchata for $1. Famous for their signature burritos, Miguel’s Jr.’s Original Burrito (Since 1975) is made with refried beans, Spanish rice, real cheddar cheese and your choice of shredded chicken, shredded beef or marinated chile verde pork. Carne Asada Original Burritos will also be available for $6. The Original Burrito pairs perfectly with Miguel’s Jr. homemade horchata, made with 100% all-natural pure cane sugar. Both recipes are Founder Mary Vasquez’s original family recipes, inspired by her childhood in Central…

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