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5th Annual Dia de los Muertos Family Festival: A Vibrant Tribute to Mexican Tradition!

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By Greer Wylder
October 23, 2023

Step into the enchanting world of Mexican tradition at Catalina Museum for Art & History's 5th Annual Dia de los Muertos Family Festival on Wednesday, November 1st. Immerse yourself in a colorful celebration honoring our departed loved ones, filled with lively kids' art projects, tantalizing tequila tastings, delicious local culinary offerings, and soul-stirring live music and cultural performances, including the mesmerizing Ballet Folklorico Quetzal.Experience the vibrant tapestry of Mexican culture, celebrating the essence of life while cherishing the memories of our dear departed. The festivities abound with art projects, tequila tastings, cultural displays, and a chance to win exciting cash…

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MenAlive Presents “Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun” for Halloween and Dia De Los Muertos

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By Greer Wylder
October 23, 2023

Join MenAlive - Orange County Gay Men's Chorus and special guests, the Orange County Women’s Chorus, for a spooktacular celebration of Halloween and Dia De Los Muertos in its fall concert, "Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun!" at Irvine Barclay Theatre. on October 31 and November 1.Prepare for chilling melodies featuring songs from Hocus-Pocus, Rihanna, Glee, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Cindi Lauper, Giuseppe Verdi, and more!Feel free to dress up for a chance to make a hauntingly stylish entrance during the concert! This is a family-friendly event, so bring your little ghosts and goblins! We have treats in store for them—no…

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Queen Mary Hotel Autumn Harbor Escape Offer

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By Greer Wylder
October 23, 2023

Discover the allure of autumn with the Queen Mary Hotel Autumn Harbor Escape Offer. Embrace the cooler weather and sun-kissed days as you embark on an extraordinary voyage. For stays through December 29th, you'll enjoy a $25 food and beverage credit along with complimentary self-parking. Immerse yourself in the charm of historic staterooms, blending modern comforts with authentic features.Learn more here. 126 Queens Highway, Long Beach. 1-888-217-1153

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Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Celebration at Laguna Art Museum

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By Greer Wylder
October 23, 2023

Join Laguna Art Museum for a vibrant Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) Celebration on Saturday, October 28, 2023, with two sessions at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.During this engaging event, Self Help Graphics & Art (SHG) brings their Barrio Mobile Art Studio (BMAS) to the museum's newly redesigned STUDIO/Lab. They will provide hands-on instruction in the art of screen printing. Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own stencils and use them to silkscreen colorful imagery onto tote bags, immersing themselves in the rich artistic tradition of Dia De Los Muertos.Founded in 1970 in the heart…

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JoAnne Artman Gallery Presents: ALONG COMES MARY TOO

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By Greer Wylder
October 20, 2023

Laguna Beach's JoAnne Artman Gallery is thrilled to showcase ALONG COMES MARY TOO, an inspiring exhibition featuring the latest creations by Mary Finlayson now through November 30, 2023.Mary Finlayson's artwork is a celebration of color, pattern, and form, brought to life through her unique use of gouache and vinyl emulsion. Exploring themes of home, memory, and self, her captivating still lifes and interiors offer a glimpse into the stories that our environments reveal about our identities.Each interior space is treated like a portrait with its own narrative, unveiling the tales that lie within. By flattening the perspective, her still lifes…

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