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Run It Out!

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By Greer Wylder
January 08, 2013

Kick off your healthy resolutions by running (or walking) in the 22nd Annual Kaiser Permanente Southern California Half Marathon and 5K this Saturday in the Woodbridge community of Irvine. Races start at 8 a.m. for the 5K and Half Marathon, followed at 10 a.m. with a Kids Run for eighth graders and younger.  All races will start and finish on Barranca Parkway (between Creek and Lake Streets) in Irvine. The course is flat, and covers paved roads around neighborhoods and recreational areas of Irvine. The Southern California Half Marathon and 5K is a well-marked, supervised and scenic course; digital clocks…

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Buy 10, Get 10 Free

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By Greer Wylder
January 08, 2013

Celebrate the New Year with a little rejuvenation. Purchase 10 units of Botox and enjoy an additional 10 units on us a no cost to you! Book your appointment today to take advantage of this limited time offer by calling 949.200.8222. Office hours are 9 a.m. to  6 p.m. Monday to Friday (after 6 p.m. by appointment only); and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday (after 1 p.m. by appointment only). A complete list of available services including laser and aesthetic device procedures and designer treatments such as the Vampire Facelift™ are available at www.leurlab.com. *Only one 10 unit offer…

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New Year’s Cleanse

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2013

Considering starting the New Year off with a juice cleanse? Los Angeles based Pressed Juicery, specializing in cold pressed juices, is offering its most popular three-day cleanse for just $199 (a savings of $86). Pressed Juicery’s juices are raw, unpasteurized and produced on a hydraulic press to minimize oxidation and releasing vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. Cleansers can enjoy eight 16 oz. bottles each day, including Chlorophyll H2O, Aloe Vera H2O, Greens 2, Citrus 2, Roots 3, Citrus 4, Greens 3 and Almond Milk. The offer is good anywhere in the continental United States and ships free overnight via FedEx. The…

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Learn Herb Gardening Skills

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2013

Want to learn more about growing herbs, from planting to herbs’ health benefits? Evan Marks from the Ecology Center will be sharing his knowledge about herb gardens Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Center for Living Peace. in Irvine. In this workshop, you’ll learn herb characteristics, growing techniques, how to make herbs thrive, as well as basics on preparing teas, tinctures and oils used in herbal healing. All ages and levels of garden skill are welcome. Cost is $12 minimum per person. All funds collected support The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano. To register visit here Center for…

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Take a Hike

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2013

OC Parks is also offering a hike Sunday from 8 to 11 a.m. on informative edible and useful plants. You can find out how early pioneers used local plants, and how scientists are finding potentially valuable medicines in our backyard. The 2-mile hike covers a moderate, but steep uneven trail led by Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer Naturalist, Karin Klein (author of 50 Hikes in Orange County). At Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, 18751 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach. Cost is $2 donation per person. Parking costs $3 per vehicle. Reservations required, sign-up online here.  949.923.2235 or 949. 923.3702.

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