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ANGELS HOSTS AUTISM AWARENESS NIGHT

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By Greer Wylder
May 10, 2016

You can attend the Angels vs. Cardinals game Thursday, May 12 at 7 p.m. at Angel Stadium of Anaheim for Autism Awareness Night. A portion of the proceeds will support Autism Speaks, the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization. To purchase tickets, go to here. Each ticket purchased using the "AUTISM" code will include a $5 donation to Autism Speaks (You will see this as a service charge on your order). Check on seat availability, enter "AUTISM" as your promo code. A limited number of discounted tickets are available in Field All-Star ($40), Field Box ($30), Left Field Pavilion…

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Chairs for Charity

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By Greer Wylder
May 10, 2016

Here’s you chance to own a custom one-of-a-kind chair designed by Orange County’s top interior designers. Chairs for Charity is a cocktail reception and auction tonight from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Orange County Museum of Art in Newport Beach. Twelve ASID designers will offer their original, custom designed chairs to be auctioned off to benefit the interior renovation of the Orange County Ronald McDonald House. The Orange County Ronald McDonald House and Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provide a comforting "home away from home" for the families of seriously ill children receiving treatment in Orange County hospitals. Individual Tickets…

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Mama’s On 39 turns 5

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By Greer Wylder
May 09, 2016

In honor of its five-year anniversary, restaurant Mama’s on 39 in Huntington Beach will be selling Thrifty Ice Cream scoops for only 5 cents on Wednesday, May 11. Established in 2011, Mama’s on 39 has developed a reputation for serving home style cooking and generous portions, as well as giving back to the community. Since it opened, Mama’s on 39 has allowed worthwhile groups and organizations to use them as a resource for fundraising purposes and donations. It's donated more than $75,000 for local charities and schools. Mama’s on 39 offers a cozy ambiance, unique menu selections and daily specials.…

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Modern Pop New Flavors and Expansion

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By Greer Wylder
May 09, 2016

Craving something sweet and low in sugar? Laguna Beach based Modern Pop is a Southern California inspired foods brand that’s committed to “Put Fruit First." Modern Pop frozen fruit bars only contain four ingredients—and they are launching new flavors including: Strawberry Lemonade (strawberries, lime juice and organic agave and water), Raspberry Pomegranate (raspberries, pomegranate juice, lime juice, organic agave and water) and Pineapple (pineapple, lime juice, organic agave and water). Now, they are even easier to find since they expanding into select Costco’s in LA and OC and will soon be in about 60 natural grocery stores: Whole Foods, Bristol…

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NB Film Fest “Nobody Walks in LA” Director Q&A

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By Greer Wylder
May 09, 2016

Last week “Nobody Walks in LA,” a film written and directed by Jesse Shapiro won the Audience Award at the 17th annual Newport Beach Film Festival. The feature film follows two longtime friends who put their lives on hold for one day to mull over their pasts and decide their future while walking around Los Angeles. Both characters challenged each other to point out their favorite and least favorite places in the city. We were fortunate enough to ask Shapiro a few questions about what it took to make this film and his love for Los Angeles. 1. What was…

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