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Cloth & Metal’s Grand Re-Opening Party at SOCO Collection

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By Greer Wylder
June 04, 2014

You’re invited to celebrate Cloth & Metal’s grand re-opening on Sunday, June 8 from noon to 4 p.m. The specialty men's retailer, which offers the latest in men’s apparel, accessories, and audio electronics has doubled the size of their OC Mix headquarters to include an expanded assortment of today’s top brands, a new collection of vintage Rolex and Omega watches, and an on-site headphone bar.  Vintage watch expert Jacek Kozubek of San Francisco’s world-famous H.Q. Milton will also be on hand showcasing his special finds that will be joining the store’s already impressive selection plus receive free ear impressions provided by Ultimate Ears…

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Art of Dining After Party: Art After Dark

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By Greer Wylder
June 02, 2014

Celebrate and support art at the Orange County Museum of Art’s exclusive Art of Dining After Party: Art After Dark on Saturday, June 7 from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. At the Garden Terrace at South Coast Plaza guests can dance under the stars to the sounds of Side Project - DJ Drummer at their West Coast premiere, as well as enjoy an array of late night bites provided by Charlie Palmer, and lounge in style with signature cocktails. Tickets cost $275 for OCMA members and $300 for non-members. Limited tickets are available. All proceeds support the museum’s exhibition and education programs.…

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Tesla’s Supercharger Station in OC

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By Greer Wylder
June 02, 2014

Great news for Tesla Model S electric sedan owners, Tesla just expanded its Supercharger network with the opening of a free Supercharger station in San Juan Capistrano. It’s the first one between San Diego and Los Angeles and it’s easy to get to along Interstate 5. Superchargers are perfect for city to city driving, giving Tesla Model S drivers travel for about three hours. Charging time takes about 20 to 30 minutes, about what it takes to charge a cell phone.  The Tesla Supercharger is reported to be more powerful than any charging technology to date, providing up to 120 kilowatts of…

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Tom Petty Presale Tickets Today

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By Greer Wylder
May 30, 2014

Don't miss Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Live 2014 tour coming to Honda Center in Anaheim on October 7! Tickets are available today through 10 p.m. via the “Hypnotic Eye" presale. Special guest Steve Winwood will perform too. For only $4 more per ticket, you can get early access to tickets plus a CD copy of their new album "Hypnotic Eye," to be released July 29. Tickets will be available to the general public on Saturday May 31 at 10 a.m. You can purchase tickets with the presale link here.

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Garden Fusion Dinners

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By Greer Wylder
May 27, 2014

Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar and Chef Pascal Olhats are planning Orange County’s newest experiential dining event “Garden Fusions” with a French Polynesian cuisine themed event on Thursday, May 29 at 5:30 p.m. “Coconuts de Provence” will include hors d' oeuvres served with complimentary tropical punch, a two course  gourmet dinner and a delicious dessert under tranquil giant palms, and a surprise from the Polynesian islands to entertain. “Garden Fusions” will be held the last Thursday of the month April through October (June dinner will be held the Third Thursday 6/19). Chef Pascal Olhats will match wine and epicurean…

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