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Timree TOO, Paint Parties and Classes

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By Greer Wylder
August 04, 2016

Our favorite whimsical artist, Timree Gold just opened her newest creative space and paint studio, Timree Too. It’s next door to her original studio on Old Newport Boulevard in Newport Beach. Timree Too is perfect for paint classes and private parties – from birthdays to bachelorettes, bridal and baby showers. The airy and stylish studio also features Timree's creations and custom paint palette adorned on the back wall. And, for the back to school season, Timree debuted a new school accessories collection with fun and colorful items. The five lines feature phone cases, t-shirts, mugs and water bottles in whimsical…

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Honda Center’s Gymnastics Watch Party

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By Greer Wylder
August 04, 2016

By Madison Wiesner It seems that everyone and their dogs are looking forward to the start of the Rio Olympic this Friday. And to keep the excitement going, the Honda Center is having a free outdoor watch party with the local gymnastics community in order to cheer on the US Women’s Gymnastics team. This Tuesday, August 9  at 7 p.m., the Honda Center is hosting a gymnastics watch party on 25-foot megascreens, complete with food trucks, face painting, and a patriotic sign making station. And if all of that wasn’t enough to get you excited for this party, you can…

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BeachCandy Moving on Up

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By Greer Wylder
August 03, 2016

BeachCandy in Corona del Mar, for ready-to-wear and custom swim suits, is getting ready for a move to a new location and in the meantime, owner/designer Brit B. is having a moving sale. The new location will include a “Project Runway” like setting where they will continue to offer hand-beaded touched, on-site production and signature custom fittings. For the next three months, there will be ongoing celebrations, sales, and Champagne toasts. October 15th will be their last day in Corona del Mar. 2824 East Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. Call 855.519.9509--they can fit you over the phone.

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Mendocino Farms New Craft Beer Happy Hour

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By Greer Wylder
August 02, 2016

Mendocino Farms is offering a new happy hour special--all four of its craft beers are only $5 from 5 p.m. until close at 9 p.m. The new craft beer specials are available at all Mendocino Farms locations that serve beer, including all three OC locations (Costa Mesa, Irvine, and Brea). The selections include Oskar Blues Mama's Little Yella Pils; 21st Amendment Session IPA; Refuge Blood Orange Wit (brewed with locally grown fresh fruit); and Arrogant Bastard Wussie Pilsner (brand new and hard to find). 3317 Imperial Highway in Brea. 714.924.7100. 450 E 17th St. in Costa Mesa. 949.548.2500. 4187 Campus Drive…

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Hoag Blood Drive at Mother’s

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By Greer Wylder
August 02, 2016

Mother’s Market & Kitchen in Costa Mesa will be holding a blood drive on Thursday, Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Hoag Blood Donor Services. Mother’s will provide all donors with a coupon for a free 8 oz. fresh juice of choice from their popular juice bar. Blood donations will be used to support Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian  in Newport Beach. Hoag Blood Donor Services says that summer is a challenging time for blood centers and the needs are constant. 1890 Newport Blvd. in Costa Mesa. 949.631.4741.

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