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Let’s Run Irvine!

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By Greer Wylder
January 08, 2018

Kick off your healthy resolutions by running (or walking) in the 27th Annual Kaiser Permanente Southern California Half Marathon and 5K this Saturday, January 13 in the Woodbridge community of Irvine. Races start at 8 a.m. for the 5K and Half Marathon, followed at 10 a.m. with a Kids Run for eighth graders and younger.  All races will start and finish on Barranca Parkway (between Creek and Lake Street in Irvine. The course is flat, and covers paved roads around neighborhoods and recreational areas of Irvine. The Southern California Half Marathon and 5K is a well-marked, supervised and scenic course;…

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Winter Formal Special at Butterfli Me

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By Greer Wylder
January 05, 2018

Butterfli Me Makeup & Lash Studio in Irvine can get students looking incredible for Winter Formal. They offer expert makeup application, blowouts, lash extensions, brow shaping and more. Students get a free lip gloss when booking an event look. Just mention the school at the time of booking. And, if you have a group, you can take advantage of their fun makeup parties and mobile services. The makeup parties include two hours in Butterfli Me’s large makeup studio with makeup applications/lessons with pro artists, music, a group photo, product discounts on its own line of Delphine Cosmetics, and a gift…

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Suitsupply for Stylish Men’s Apparel

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By Greer Wylder
January 05, 2018

Suitsupply arrived at Fashion Island and is now open near Nordstrom. You can find your essential work wear and evening wear from this European brand. Shop their collection of suits, jackets, waistcoats, trousers, shoes and more. You can choose from the Blue Line collection of foundational pieces, Meet the Alain, Italian denim, The Traveller Collection, wrinkle-resistant fabrics, Revenge of the Yuppies, the new JORT collection, and the new SUISTUDIO for her. Suitsupply also offers custom-made clothing in just 4-5 weeks. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.…

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Alzheimer’s Association’s public policy breakfast

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2018

If Alzheimer’s is near and dear to your heart, join the Alzheimer’s Association’s public policy breakfast on Friday, Jan. 12 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at The Center Club in Costa Mesa. You’ll learn more about California's policy priorities to improve the lives of those with dementia and their caregivers, the federal government's national plan to address Alzheimer's and advance research priorities, and the Alzheimer's Impact Movement (AIM). Millions of individuals and families are being impacted by Alzheimer's and a new sense of urgency has been renewed to combat the disease. Cost is $25 per guest.  RSVP required --…

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Chicago’s Aloha Poke Co. Expands to SoCal

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2018

Aloha Poké Co., Chicago’s poké pioneer, is expanding into Southern California with locations opening in Costa Mesa, Los Angeles and San Diego. Aloha Poké Co. has been packing build-your-own style poké bowls since March 2016 when the first location opened within the Chicago French Market. Since then, the concept has grown to have additional locations in Illinois, with aggressive expansion plans within its hometown and nationwide. Earlier this year, the brand announced that it would also be expanding into Denver. Southern California poké fans will soon be able to find Aloha Poké Co. locations in Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey,…

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