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Breakfast w/Santa at Whole Foods Market Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
December 09, 2013

Santa is stopping by Whole Foods Market Newport Beach to enjoy a breakfast on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join this beloved holiday tradition and create memories with your family and friends. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their elf will pop in and chat with everyone. The breakfast is $10 per person. Seating is limited. Reserve your seat by Dec. 10, by emailing cindy.oshea@wholefoods.com. Whole Foods Market Newport Beach is at 415 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. 949.999.8572.

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Speakeasy Days at the Back Bay Tavern

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By Greer Wylder
December 09, 2013

Come out and celebrate the history of the 1920’s bar with Rising Sun & Co pop-up shop event and vintage car show on Friday, Dec. 13 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14 from noon to 9 p.m. at the Back Bay Tavern at Whole Foods Newport Beach. Back Bay Tavern will be serving prohibition style beer and Chef Alan’s award winning chili fitting of era at 1930’s prices. The vintage car show will feature ‘30s era cars, hot rods and motorcycles, plus live music by RT and the 44’s and Speedbuggy. Preferred parking for vintage cars, bikes…

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Jewelry For the Soul by Rock of Eden

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By Greer Wylder
December 03, 2013

There is jewelry that is admired casually and then there is jewelry one dreams about.  It's that gotta-have-it, it-speaks-to-me feeling that can't be shaken. OC based Rock of Eden, original, fine jewelry is that kind of jewelry. This modern and antique online gallery of fine jewels (prices from $200 - $10,000) is a feast for the eyes. Elizabeth Hargreaves, designer, owner and curator chooses pieces rarely found anywhere else in the world. "These pieces have a story to tell and people connect with them intuitively and emotionally. It's gratifying to be part of that," she says. She can't mention names but a…

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German Christmas Market at the Anaheim Packing District

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By Greer Wylder
December 02, 2013

Get in the holiday spirit this Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. at the newly opened Farmers Park at the Anaheim Packing District in Anaheim for Christkindlmarkt, a genuine family-friendly German Christmas Market. The festive ambience will light up Farmers Park and Anaheim Brewery with tempting aromas of delicious yuletide treats.  You can shop for locally handmade gifts from artisans and crafters while listening to live holiday music from the German American Brass Band. Enjoy local history from the Anaheim Historical Society as they host a wine garden featuring Gluwein, a German mulled wine. Sample tasty treats from vendors soon to open at…

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Harper’s Progressive Black Friday Sale

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By Greer Wylder
November 28, 2013

Fashionistas will want to make it over to Harper’s in Corona del Mar for its Black Friday sale starting at 9 a.m. The store will be packed with new products and fun gifts! All merchandise will be reduced 40% from 9 a.m. to noon; 30% off from noon to 4 p.m. and 20% off from 4 to 7 p.m. 2610 E. Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. 949.644.7467.

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