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Free Juice at Mother’s Market/Hoag Blood Drive

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2017

Mother’s Market & Kitchen’s Costa Mesa store will partner with Hoag Blood Donor Services to host a blood drive in Mother’s parking lot located at 1890 Newport Blvd. on Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., In appreciation, Mother’s will provide all donors with a coupon for a free 8 oz. fresh juice of choice from Mother’s popular juice bar. Blood donations will be used to support Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach. According to Hoag Blood Donor Services, the need for blood remains constant, and patients continue to depend on the generosity of blood donors to…

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MoTown The Musical

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2017

Motown The Musical returns to the Segerstrom Hall stage for one week only Dec. 19 to Dec. 24. Directed by Charles Randolph - Wright, Motown The Musical is the true American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and many more. Featuring more than 50 classic hits such as “My Girl” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” Mowtown The Musical tells the story behind the hits as Diana, Smokey, Berry and the whole Motown family fight…

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OCWineFest Holiday Special

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By Greer Wylder
December 18, 2017

Talk about a great stocking stuffer. Give the gift of a fun experience to your friends and family and create memories this holiday season with tickets to OCWineFest (who are 21+), at a fantastic price. Go to ocwinefest.com and enter promo code FEST to get this deal, which will only last through December 31. Celebrate the oncoming of Spring at the OCWineFest, which heads to the elegant and historic grounds of A Stone’s Throw Winery in San Juan Capistrano for two afternoons of unlimited wine and beer tastings March 10 and 11. Perfect for anyone with an interest in wine and craft beer…

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Tasty Pork Clouds

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By Greer Wylder
December 18, 2017

Products show up on my doorstep for me to try and test out and I only write about the ones that I like and think you might like, too. When Bacon’s Heir’s sent me Pork Clouds, aka Chicharonnes I was so skeptical. I didn’t think this snack food would be something that I would like. I was wrong. They tasted great, and I love that they’re high in protein and low in carbs. Almost an alternative to beef jerky. Currently, they are not in stores in OC, but you can find them in LA and online at baconsheir.com. Pork Clouds are…

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Nikki Bostwick, Creator of the Fullest in Laguna beach

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By Greer Wylder
December 16, 2017

Meet Nikki Bostwick, founder and editor-in-chief of The Fullest in Laguna Beach. It’s a digital and print magazine, a Laguna Beach retail shop and event creator. There’s a lot to stay up-to-date on. The Fullest is your go-to source for inspo on all things wellness-related — with a real-world twist. Tell us about your inspiration to open the Fullest Pop-Up Shop. My main inspiration to open the shop was to be able to connect with my digital readership in real life! I also felt that Orange County, in particular, could use a space like ours that represents a sense of…

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