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Poppie’s Athletic and Every Day Wear

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By Greer Wylder
January 28, 2016

Where to buy casual wear and athletic wear that can easily transition from the gym to lunch? Poppie’s Boutique, just opened at Mercantile West in Ladera Ranch, and it specializes in flattering, and easy everyday wear. Poppie’s carries contemporary brands such as Kut from Cloth, Flying Monkey, Free People, Beyond Yoga and others. Owned by Jill Rose, an area resident for 25 years, her mother-in-law, Susanne Rose, and sister-in-law Kathleen. The name, Poppies was chosen in honor of Jill’s father-in-law, Tom Rose, whose grandchildren all called him, “Poppy.” Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 10 a.m.…

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Zov’s aphrodisiac cooking class

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By Greer Wylder
January 28, 2016

Learn how to make an enticing and romantic meal at Zov's Bistro in Tustin at its aphrodisiac cooking class coming up on Saturday, February 6 at 11:30 a.m. At the special valentine inspired class you will be making: smoked salmon on toast points with dill crème fraiche; grilled prawn and baby spinach salad with toasted almonds and pomegranate vinaigrette; beef tenderloin with roasted red peppers and tarragon peppercorn sauce; twice baked potatoes with chives crème fraiche; and fresh strawberry and chocolate mousse tart. Cost is $75 per person. You can sign up here. 17440 17th St., in Tustin. 714.838.8855.

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6th Annual LOVE GROWS BY GIVING” FUNDRAISER

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By Greer Wylder
January 27, 2016

You can enjoy an evening of wine tastings, beer samplings, live music and a culinary experience from local fine dining restaurants at the 6th annual “Love Grows by Giving" Wine Tasting fundraiser at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa on Friday, February 12 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Community Service Programs’ (CSP) Huntington Beach Youth Shelter,  a safe haven for homeless, runaway, abused and at-risk youth. Featured participants will include Kendall-Jackson, Bianchi, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Main Street Wine Company, Hyatt Watertable and Red Table. The event will also offer live and silent auctions to raise…

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Pop-Up Event | Time: Secrets and Stories

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By Greer Wylder
January 27, 2016

Join a special evening on Thursday, February 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Lulu Too in Costa Mesa with award-winning author, speaker and integrated wellness coach, Stacey Robbins and Greer Wylder on how to live your truth, love who you are, and make the most of your time. We will talk about topics like finding balance, forgiveness, and staying focused in a distracting world -- and the practical ways we can make a beautiful life, a reality for us. Wine and appetizers, raffles and a great time of connecting with amazing women in our community. Stacey Robbins works with health…

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2nd Annual Napa in Newport for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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By Greer Wylder
January 26, 2016

Southern California’s premiere wine event of the year, Napa in Newport will be celebrated on Saturday, February 27 at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. Napa in Newport unites 40 renowned vintners and wine enthusiasts to help find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a devastating genetic disease that robs children and young adults of their muscle strength and claims their lives by their mid-20s. All proceeds from the evening will benefit CureDuchenne, the national organization committed to finding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Honorary co-chairs of this year’s Napa in Newport are Darioush and Shahpar Khaledi, owners of Darioush…

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