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Childhelp’s “For the Love of a Child” Fashion Show and Luncheon

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By Greer Wylder
March 21, 2017

The Orange County Chapter of Childhelp will celebrate the 31st annual “For the Love of a Child” Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Island Hotel on Thursday, March 23 at 11 a.m. The runway fashion show will again be sponsored by South Coast Plaza. The Children’s Friend Award will be presented to Lisa Castetter and the Inspirational Award will go to Julia Argyros. Some of the stores representing the fashions include Diane Von Furstenberg, M Missoni, Saks Fifth Avenue, Ted Baker London and Bally. Tickets are $150 each and there are still Sponsorship Opportunities available. To purchase tickets go contact…

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‘CHOC Around the Clock’

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By Greer Wylder
March 20, 2017

CHOC Follies XX, the original musical comedy production that raises funds for CHOC Children’s, will present “CHOC Around the Clock" – We’re Twistin’ and Returnin’ to the happiest days in OC.”  This year, three evening performances and a Saturday matinee will be held at the Robert B. Moore Theatre in Costa Mesa,  March 30 through April 1. Set in the mythical town of Sublimity City, California, CHOC Around the Clock, is a fun and fast-paced journey to Orange County, circa 1956. Craziness ensues when an overzealous mayor issues a strict curfew that has the town’s youth and adults at odds.…

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24 Hours of Wildflowers

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By Greer Wylder
March 20, 2017

In celebration of spring and wildflower season, Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks is hosting 24 Hours of Wildflowers on Tuesday, March 21. Thanks to the recent rains, wildflowers are especially spectacular this season. Every hour for 24 hours starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 21, you can view a different native wildflower on Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks’ Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts. You can also see the beautiful wildflowers in person by attending a guided walk, docent-led mountain bike ride, or a self-guided hike or bike ride. You can view the activities, programs and opportunities available at Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks Let’s…

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yoga, music and healthy living at Soul Fuel Yoga Fest

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By Greer Wylder
March 17, 2017

You can attend the second annual Soul Fuel Yoga Fest at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina on the Marina Terrace—with incredible views over the marina— on Saturday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Free and open to all who share a passion for yoga, music and healthy living while embracing a collaboration of local artists, teachers, vendors and businesses, joining forces to promote healthy living and support the Monarch School, a trailblazing school in San Diego designed to educate homeless youth—the only one of its kind in the United States.  Wellness Warrior Hella Neumann, who spearheads Marriott Marquis’ renowned fitness program—and developed the hotel’s…

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Pay It Forward PizzaRev

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By Greer Wylder
March 17, 2017

PizzaRev La Habra, a build-your-own, fast-casual pizza concept is giving back to the community with the most generous “Pay It Forward” campaign we’ve heard of. In an effort to help build up the city of La Habra, PizzaRev La Habra will be partnering with the La Habra Collaborative Group to donate 100 percent of its profits to local charities and community organizations for the next six months, supporting the schools, hospitals, faith and youth groups, public parks and more in the area. “While most companies only donate a portion of their proceeds for a day or a month to a…

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