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Susan G. Komen Orange County’s Dine Out for the Cure

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By Greer Wylder
October 11, 2017

On Thursday, Oct. 12, restaurants all over Orange County will be participating in Susan G. Komen Orange County’s Dine Out for the Cure. Taking place during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Dine Out is sure to be delicious way to make a difference. For every dollar guests spend, anywhere from 10-25% of the restaurant’s profits for the day will go to Komen Orange County. Varying in their contribution to the breast cancer awareness foundation, all participating restaurants will make a significant impact in the fight against breast cancer, and the restaurants guest’s will enjoy their delectable bites knowing they’ve…

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SHEPARD FAIREY’S MURAL In Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
October 11, 2017

World-renowned street artist Shepard Fairey just completed the largest mural of its kind in Orange County on the west and south-facing walls of the new Baker Block development in Costa Mesa. It’s visible from the 55 freeway. The mural, named “Welcome Home,” covers nearly 8,000 square feet and is a reflection of Baker Block’s commitment to both Costa Mesa’s artistic community and surf-skate culture. Fairey, whose OBEY worldwide headquarters is also located in Orange County, started the project in September. The design features several different visual motifs and themes that are often present in Fairey’s work such as surf culture,…

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John Varvatos Presents “Wild at Heart” Fall/Winter Show

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By Greer Wylder
October 10, 2017

For the first time, John Varvatos took his NYC Fashion Week show to the West Coast on Saturday, October 7 at South Coast Plaza. John Varvatos presented his “Wild at Heart” Fall/Winter collection in a tented pavilion, followed by an after party with live bands, DJ's, a hosted bar and passed hors d'oeuvres. Proceeds benefitted the Anaheim Ducks Foundation/Lady Ducks and Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Highlights from the Wild at Heart collection include tonal stripes on juxtaposed fabrics as seen on cardigan and crewneck sweater of a tactile chenille and silk-mix. Animal-inspired motifs and standout leathers were seen on…

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South of France Feast Paired with Jazz Fusion

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By Greer Wylder
October 10, 2017

Back Bay Bistro welcomes legendary musician and French gourmet chef, Bunny Brunel, for a special evening of jazz fusion and a feast inspired by the South of France on Saturday, October 14, dinner is served at 6 p.m., concert is at 7:30 p.m. The dinner concert will feature an all-star band of highly acclaimed jazz performers, Bunny’s signature seafood main course with a curated wine pairing, and the panoramic view of the Back Bay. The dinner starts with choice of Pumpkin Spice Soup with Crème Fraiche, or Bistro Salad with Mixed Greens, Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Feta, and Champagne Vinaigrette. Three…

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Something Rotten! Premieres at Segerstrom Center

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2017

The completely original new musical, Something Rotten!, directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw of The Book of Mormon and Aladdin, with music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Wayne Kirkpatrick and Golden Globe Award and Tony Award nominee Karey Kirkpatrick and a book by Tony Award nominees Karey Kirkpatrick and best-selling author John O’Farrell, premieres at Segerstrom Center for the Arts November 7 – 19. This hilarious new musical comedy tells the story of brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, two playwrights stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star Will Shakespeare. When…

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