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West of West Wine Festival Orange County

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By Greer Wylder
October 17, 2014

Wine lovers can get in on the West of West Wine Festival Orange County presented by Orange Coast Magazine at the Grand Terrace at Honda Center  on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can samples wines from more than 30 West Sonoma Coast vintners and enjoy a day in the sun with friends. Entertainment includes an exciting Sommelier Challenge between Orange County's top sommeliers, hosted by Next Vintage Wine Shop at Charlie Palmer; delicious gourmet tastings from Chef Jojo Doyle of Grand Terrace at Honda Center, Chef Saekyong Kim of Charlie Palmer, Chef David Shofner of Wineworks for Everyone, Chef…

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The Who Hits 50!

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By Greer Wylder
October 17, 2014

The Who will celebrate their 50-year legacy with “The Who Hits 50!” tour arriving at Honda Center in Anaheim on Wednesday, Sept.16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the Honda Center performance are on sale now at thewho.com, ticketmaster.com, all ticketmaster retail outlets and by phone at 800.745.3000, and at the Honda Center Box Office on Saturday, October 18 at 10 a.m. Set lists will include The Who’s entire career, from the band’s early days to classic albums including Who’s Next, Tommy, Quadraphenia, My Generation and Live at Leeds, through today. Prices range from $49.50 for Upper Level Terrace Seating to…

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The Original Rock ‘N Roll Barbershop

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2014

Floyd’s 99 Barbershop, The Original Rock ‘N Roll Barbershop for men and women – is opening a new shop in in the Crossroad Shopping Center in Irvine tomorrow. Floyd’s 99 will be offering half-price haircuts during the grand opening. It’s known for offering a great haircut at a reasonable price in a unique rock ‘n roll themed atmosphere. Each location boasts its own individuality; walls are plastered with posters of bands and musical artists. With personal connections to type 1 diabetes, Floyd's 99 is a strong supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), the largest charitable funder of T1D…

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The Lung Force Walk

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2014

On November 8, 2014, join the American Lung Association LUNG FORCE Walk at Mason Regional Park in Irvine to stand up against lung cancer and for lung health.  The LUNG FORCE Walk is like no other charity walk. With an inspiring signature song, a festive atmosphere and fun for the entire family, you can celebrate the collective power of breath. Only a FORCE of many can stand up against lung cancer. JOIN TODAY! The Lung Association recently launched the LUNG FORCE movement to battle lung cancer in women and to raise awareness for women’s lung health. Lung cancer is the…

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Savor Santa Ana

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2014

Savor the tastes of Downtown Santa Ana on Thursday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. when more than 20 restaurants and artisanal food producers will offer inexpensive tastings. At Savor Santa Ana you can pick up a booklet of 12 tasting tickets for just $10. With your booklet and a route map, you can walk to local eateries and exchange your tickets for food tastings, local art and other goodies, too. Some of the participating restaurants include: Chapter One: the modern local, Diego's, Little Sparrow, C4 Deli: cure for the common, Blackmarket Bakery, Taqueria Guadalajara, Life is Sweet Bakery, The Copper…

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