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HomeAid OC Builders for Babies at Angel Stadium

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By Greer Wylder
April 25, 2016

HomeAid Orange County, together with the Children and Families Commission of Orange County, are holding the 9th Annual HomeAid Essentials donation drive to collect diapers and other essential items for babies, led by Honorary Chair Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens, from April 29 – May 8, 2016.  Essentials donations allow recipient agencies to save funds, so that they can support programs that help their clients achieve self-sufficiency and lead productive, independent lives.  On average, diapers, wipes and care items cost over $1,000 per year for one child. On Friday, April 29, HomeAid Orange County will host the 2nd Annual “Builders…

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SPRING INTO CHANGE RETREAT 2016

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By Greer Wylder
April 25, 2016

Spring is calling…Girls weekend! Grab your BFF, sister, mom or daughter and join the beautiful Seven4One boutique hotel in Laguna Beach on May 13-15 for a once in a lifetime luxury retreat. Time to clear your mind, get in touch with your heart, and tune into the whisper of your soul (and the ocean)! Change It Up is a life-changing program designed by Nina Antinora to help you ‪‎release, recharge, and ‎reinvent yourself!  Learn simple strategies on how to move past fear, release blocks, #saynotothejoneses and yes to what makes you happy! The highlights of this retreat are the specialized workshops led…

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A Sneak Peak at Opening Night NB Film Festival

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By Greer Wylder
April 22, 2016

Last night was the kick off for the 17th annual Newport Beach Film Festival with the world premiere of “After The Reality” at Edwards Big Newport and Opening Night after party gala at Fashion Island. Here’s a sneak peak on the red carpet, as well as the gala featuring culinary tastings from 25 of Orange County’s premiere restaurants, hosted bar by Tito’s Vodka and Stella Artois Beer and a special performance from KÀ by Cirque du Soleil at MGM Grand Las Vegas. Celebrities in attendance include Matthew Morrison, John Heard, Aisha Tyler, Adam Shapiro, Briana Evigan, Olympian Tony Azevedo and…

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Hair with a Twist

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By Greer Wylder
April 21, 2016

The creative team at Meleesa the Salon in Huntington Beach are offering an innovative spin on an ancient tradition, entitled Hair Dream Catchers as an extension to their popular Braid Bar services. Owner Meleesa Miller and her team weave a mix of fabrics, beads, threads, and feathers into a variety of hairstyles, with each look customized for each client. Building upon the belief that dream catchers function by filtering out the good from the bad, clients leave the salon with not only a unique new look, they also enjoy the positive energy created by their new accessory. “Meshing the mix of…

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Goodbye Lulu Too

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By Greer Wylder
April 21, 2016

After 4 years in business, we are sad to see Lulu Too closing on East 17th Street in Costa Mesa. One of the things that separated Lulu Too from other boutiques is the philosophy of owner, Alli Dafferner who believes in giving back to the community. So, it’s a big loss to everyone who loved to shop there and the community. For now, Lulu Too is selling everything at 30% off and all fixtures need to go, too. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Lulu…

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