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The Scoop on Cloth & Metal’s Sale

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By Greer Wylder
June 18, 2015

The perfect Father’s Day sale is kicking off right now at Cloth & Metal inside The OC Mix at SOCO in Costa Mesa. During its first annual select sale you can enjoy up to 70% off clearance items and 50% off remaining stock of last season’s styles from some of Cloth & Metal’s best brands – Apolis, GANT, VINCE, Grayers and many more. You can shop both online and in-store. The sale ends July, 5th at 11:59 p.m. PST online. Cloth & Metal is a unique type of men's retail destination offering a range of clothing, grooming, watches and accessories,…

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Huntington Downtown A Fun and Festive Week

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2015

It’s a busy and fun week in Huntington Beach Downtown. Starting with the HB Downtown Art Walk on Thursday, June 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. You can come out and check out artists located in locations throughout the downtown--from Orange St., down Main St., and all the way to The Strand. HB Downtown Art Walk is held every third Thursday of each month from 6 to 9 p.m. Art work is available for purchase. On Saturday, June 20  from 9 a.m. to noon, it’s the Epic Big Board Ride where participants will try to break the Guinness World Records…

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The New Giant Wheel: Dazzling and Energy Efficient

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By Greer Wylder
June 16, 2015

Irvine Spectrum Center’s 108-foot Giant Wheel, a spectacle as it was, is now more spectacular and energy efficient. The Giant Wheel’s 12,500 standard bulbs were just replaced with more than 52,000 energy-efficient LED lights that can illuminate the center with 16 million different color schemes. The new Giant Wheel will also be a showstopper during the holidays and special events, as it features an LED face of vibrant hues and an array of designs. Made in Italy more than a decade ago, the Giant Wheel features Andalusian-inspired gondolas and is open for rides from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday…

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NEXT National SUP Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2015

NEXT Swimwear – an active-inspired women’s collection that’s all about swim, fitness, and fashion and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation are joining forces to present the 4th annual NEXT National SUP Day at Newport Aquatic Center in Newport Beach on Saturday, June 20 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event celebrates stand up paddle boarding and raises awareness of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and their Pipeline to a Cure campaign. It’s a fun, active day for the entire family, with food, giveaways and education and outreach booths. The list of sponsors includes: Caliwater Cactus Water, Capstone Partners, Chicago Paddle Co., Corporate Real…

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Costa Mesa Deserves a Better Library

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By Greer Wylder
June 12, 2015

Costa Mesa has an amazing opportunity to expand its library at the Donald Dungan Library, which will provide a large children's area and a teen's room, both separate from the adult part of the library. The much needed space will allow for study and tutoring rooms, meeting rooms, and more.  And what is even better, you have the chance to put in your "two cents" worth of opinion. This will all happen at the Neighborhood Community Center, 1845 Park Avenue in Costa Mesa, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2015. It will be the last of three community meetings…

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