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Star Wars Day at the OC Zoo

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By Greer Wylder
June 24, 2016

The OC Zoo in Orange celebrates Star Wars Day on Saturday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a fun day with live Star Wars characters, crafts, games and photo opportunities. Zoo animals will receive special treats and there will be animal meet-and-greets throughout the day. The first 100 children ages 12 and under to attend the event in a Star Wars costume will receive a special gift and complimentary train ride ticket for the Irvine Park Railroad. All visitors are encouraged to wear Star Wars costumes. All event activities are free with a paid zoo admission of…

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Yoga Gear Weekend Warehouse Sale

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By Greer Wylder
June 24, 2016

Make the trek to El Segundo for some great buys on yoga gear this weekend. Manduka's summer weekend warehouse sale offers up to 80% off premium and  sustainable yoga essentials today through Sunday, June 26.  Manduka is the creator of high-performance yoga gear designed for and by yogis. You can take advantage of 50-80% off on eco-friendly yoga mats, yoga towels, mat carriers, blocks, sandals and new Made For Yoga Apparel line. Open 10 a.m. to 7 pm. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Maple Warehouse is at 1924 B Maple Ave. in El Segundo.

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Loopy for Churros

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By Greer Wylder
June 23, 2016

By Asma Mohammed The Loop: Handcrafted Churros in Westminster celebrated its grand opening recently on June 12 and has had a line out the door everyday since then, and with good reason. The atmosphere is minimalist and fresh, using whites and neutrals for the decor and a blackboard for the menu. They offer several options for types of fresh, handmade churros. Firstly, four types of base churros are offered: plain, sugar, cinnamon, and cinnamon sugar. Three options are available for churro flavor pairings: a plain churro with dipping sauce (multiple options including Nutella, chocolate, caramel, etc.), a glazed churro with various toppings (glaze options…

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our newest Greer’s Girl, Asma Mohammed

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By Greer Wylder
June 23, 2016

Introducing our newest Greer’s Girl, Asma Mohammed, a senior at Cal State Long Beach working on a degree in Rhetoric and Composition and a Certificate of Professional and Technical Writing. She’s a food enthusiast and will be a regular contributor sharing some of her favorite food spots in OC. She just discovered the Loop: Handcrafted Churros in Westminster and we can’t wait to get over there. "My greatest passion in life is food. I am a self-proclaimed cheeseburger connoisseur and dessert enthusiast. In my spare time I enjoy playing with my cat Banjo, practicing yoga, reading, and listening to music.…

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Fourth Of July Buffet with Big Bay Boom View

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By Greer Wylder
June 23, 2016

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina's award-winning restaurant Marina Kitchen and its visionary chef Schwartz have created a special picnic-style buffet dinner on the Fourth of July with a variety of classic Americana options with a modern twist. The July Fourth menu features everything from watermelon and blue cheese salad to Jidori fried chicken to 12-hour beef brisket with white cheddar mac-n-cheese as well as delectable desserts including peach crisp and strawberry shortcake. The menu is priced at $36 per adult and $12 per child with kid-friendly options such as hamburgers, hotdogs and corn on the cob. For a low-key Fourth, guests can rent a poolside cabana…

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