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#THEPINKFACIAL at Newport Face N Body

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By Greer Wylder
October 04, 2018

In recognition of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Newport Face N Body, a luxurious Medspa in Irvine has partnered with UCI to support The Lawson Lab, a research facility dedicated to identifying the cellular and molecular mechanisms that cause cancer cells to metastasize.  They'll be donating a portion of the sales from each Pink Facial to breast cancer research. Other services available at Newport Face N Body include micro needling, microdermabrasion, hydro dermabrasion, body sculpting, and no-needle mesotherapy. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday – Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.   Newport Face N Body is…

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Creatures of the Night at Sherman Library & Gardens

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By Greer Wylder
October 03, 2018

Creatures of the Night is a fun family evening on Saturday, October 6 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Sherman Library & Gardens designed for interacting, observing and learning about the many plants and animals that are most active at night. Visitors will receive a 'passport' to explore the Gardens after dark and visit interactive animal stations that delve into the nocturnal world and its inhabitants. Get up close to Project WildSong's Ambassador Wolves. Weave your way through the Forbidden Jungle and get a close look at dissected carnivorous plants. Visit Bug Country where Adventures in Living Science will dispel myths of the creepy crawlies, take a…

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Fall Concert Line-up At Back Bay Bistro

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By Greer Wylder
October 03, 2018

Back Bay Bistro welcomes Grammy nominated Hawaiian musician, Henry Kapono on Thursday, October 4 from 8 to 10 p.m. At the creative forefront of contemporary Hawaiian music since the 1970s, Henry will be performing classic hits along with new music from his upcoming album, Welcome 2 My Paradise. Enjoy dinner and specialty cocktails before and during the show in Back Bay Bistro’s picturesque waterfront setting. Cost is $20 for dinner seating; $50 for VIP. Tickets and Information The fall concert at Back Bay Bistro will continue next week with  jazz musician Darnell Wyrick on October 11, a Night of Comedy with Aubree…

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Celebrate National Taco Day at Puesto

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By Greer Wylder
October 02, 2018

It’s a great week to dine at Puesto—taste the new fall menu that rolls out this week and get a FREE taco on National Taco Day! Executive Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzalez and Executive Creative Chef Katy Smith just debuted Mexico City-inspired seasonal dishes such as Crepas de Elote - masa crepa with creamy avocado salsa and Chef Katy’s hot sauce; Ribeye Asada for Two - 16-ounce Cedar River Farms ribeye served tableside with queso Oaxaca, chile poblano and fresh salsas; the Grilled Lamb Taco - salsa de pasilla, jalapeño crema, pickled onion and cilantro; and Spicy Mexican Shrimp - Mexican white shrimp, market fish, pulpo, avocado, salsa campechana and Tajin-roasted peanuts.…

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A Restaurant Celebrates 10 Years with Specials

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By Greer Wylder
October 02, 2018

A Restaurant is pleased to present a month of Social Hour specials in celebration of the restaurant’s 10th anniversary in October. The tenth month of the year welcomes a menu of ten items for ten dollars, courtesy of Executive Chef Jonathan Blackford. Indulge in menu favorites like the “A” Burger with blue, onion, arugula, bacon and 1000 island or the Crispy Duck Salad with arugula, lentils, shallots, carrots, spiced vinaigrette, and parsnips. Sip on A’s celebratory cocktail, the Black Tie Martini composed of Ketel One Citroen Vodka and Nolet Gin with Lillet blanc, served up in a martini glass with…

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