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Eyebrows by Tam!

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By Greer Wylder
May 15, 2015

For more than a decade, the darling Tam Tran has been my favorite eyebrow specialist. She’s a pro, and the best kept secret at at the Diva Salon & Spa in Santa Ana. The salon is easy to get to and not far from South Coast Plaza. Tam will get your eyebrows perfectly shaped and waxed. Tam charges $18, and she works Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. It’s best to make an appointment, she’s popular, but she’ll fit you in. South Coast Market Place at 2781 W. MacArthur, Ste. M in Santa Ana. 714.432.7044.

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Sip + Shop for a Cause at The District at Tustin Legacy

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By Greer Wylder
May 13, 2015

Join The Denim Lab in The District at Tustin Legacy for a Sip and Shop for a Cause event on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. You can shop the latest apparel and accessory fashions from Paige Denim. Free People, clover cloth and Lebrisa Designs. Guests will enjoy Champagne and light bites, a braid and lipstick bar by Phenix Salon Suites, henna designs by Maria Pelayo and live music by Carlos Naranjo. One lucky guest will win a gift card to the Denim Lab, a clover cloth shirt of their choice and Amethyst Gold Dipped Arrowhead Necklace by Lebrisa Designs…

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England’s Own Shakeaway

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By Greer Wylder
May 11, 2015

Milkshake enthusiasts will be over the moon on this one: U.K. based Shakeaway, the self-described “World's Largest Milkshake Bar Company” just opened a location at The Strand in Huntington Beach. The original Shakeaway opened in Bournemouth, England, a small coastal town in 1999. Shakeaway’s endless possibilities features more than 180 ingredients so that you can customize your order to create delicious milkshakes and smoothies with options such as extra crunchy ice and fat-free frozen yogurts.  You’ll be in awe of the selections that are categorized as chocolatey, cakey, cookies, luxury, sweety, fruity, everything elsey, fit and healthy, and even a…

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Taste of the Tavern

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By Greer Wylder
May 11, 2015

Join the second annual Taste of the Tavern, an exclusive food and wine tasting at Selanne Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach on Saturday, May 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to benefit the Santa Margarita Catholic High School Ice Hockey Program. Guests can taste high-end wines and champagnes, a tequila bar featuring Libre Spirits tequila, a sampling of hors d’oeuvres, small plates and desserts throughout the restaurant. There were also be silent and live auctions including getaways to the Wailea, Maui and Mammoth, Anaheim Ducks and Kings autographed items and game tickets, cigars, Master Drive skills clinic and much…

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Courage of Imagination, The Life and Legacy of Henry T. Segerstrom

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By Greer Wylder
May 08, 2015

As a tribute to the life and legacy of Henry T. Segerstrom, South Coast Plaza presents a visually stunning exhibition Courage of Imagination, on view from May 8 through May 31 in a gallery within Jewel Court. The term, “courage of imagination” was what Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi said in reference to Henry T. Segerstrom’s drive and vision, his contributions to the culture and arts in Orange County, and for creating the world-renowned shopping destination, South Coast Plaza. At the gallery, visitors can see the story of Henry Segerstrom’s life through vintage photographs, archival videos, and informative descriptions. There…

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