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“A Summer Idyll” at Irvine Museum

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By Greer Wylder
June 20, 2016

Art enthusiasts who appreciate California Impressionism will love the free Irvine Museum that’s focused on California and its beautiful landscape. And, it’s newest exhibition, “A Summer Idyll: Picturesque Views of California” debuting Saturday, June 25 through October 6, combines works by historic and contemporary California artists painted over the past 100 years. Historic California impressionist artists featured include Joseph Kleitch (1882-1931), Emil Kosa (1903-1968), Guy Rose (1867-1925), Donna Schuster (1883-1953), George Gardner Symons (1863-1930), and Sam Hyde Harris (1889-1977), among other masters. One of the highlights is Kleitsch's Red and Green, which depicts the artist's wife and a friend strolling…

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Seafood Brunch For Dads

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2016

For those hoping to celebrate oceanfront, Ways & Means Oyster House is the perfect place to treat dad to a seafood brunch. Located inside the brand-new luxury shopping and dining center, Pacific City, Ways & Means offers sweet and savory brunch specials, ocean views and the popular W&M Bloody Mary, made with jumbo shrimp, brown sugar-chile bacon, olives, onions and celery. Other specials include Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Steak & Eggs, Chorizo & Egg Tacos and Smoked Salmon Spinach Scramble. This Father's Day, brunch will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with reservations highly recommended. Kids under 10-years-old eat…

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Father’s Day at Cha Cha’s Latin Cuisine

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2016

Treat dad to authentic Latin cuisine this Father's Day at Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen in Brea. Dad's will enjoy live Latin music and brunch specials, complete with homemade chips and salsa and a two-course meal coupled with a glass of Champagne and the option to add bottomless mimosas for $8. Entrees offered include the popular Carne Asada con Huevo, made with grilled marinated skirt steak, Cha Cha's potatoes, fried fresh egg and ranchero sauce. Another great option is the Braised Short Rib Chilaquilles, made with tortilla chips, guajillo and chorizo salsa, roasted mushrooms, crema fresca, cotija, radish and one sunny…

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Laguna Beach Fete de la Musique

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2016

Fête de la Musique is a day of celebrating summer and music all over France, and since Laguna Beach is a sister city to Menton, France, it’s holding it’s own festival throughout downtown Laguna Beach on Saturday, June 18. The 9th annual Fête de la Musique in Laguna Beach starts at 12 p.m., with music provided by the Swing Set Band on the cobblestones at Main Beach. Opening ceremonies start at 1 p.m. with both the U.S. and French National Anthems performed, continuing performances at Main Beach by the Swing Set Band, JJ and the Habibis (Laguna Beach’s belly dancers);…

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Father’s Day at Old Vine Cafe

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By Greer Wylder
June 16, 2016

Another great place to treat dad this Father's Day is Old Vine Café, inside the Camp in Costa Mesa. Since opening eight years ago, Old Vine Café remains a favorite contemporary dining destination in Orange County. This Father's Day, owner and chef Mark McDonald is offering brunch specials such as his seasonal Baked Blueberry French Toast freshly baked and garnished with whipped cream and the Fresh Berry Crepe and stuffed with fresh blueberries. 2937 Bristol St. Suite A-102, Costa Mesa. 714.545.1411.

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