Pet Whisperer Comes to Town

August 07, 2012

Orange County’s premiere pet photography studio, Dogma Pet Portraits in Costa Mesa will be hosting a “yappy hour book signing” Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. Join Terri Steuben, animal communicator and author of “Secrets of a Pet Whisper” Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. for wine and cheese and dogs on leashes are welcome too. 1729 Superior Ave. in Costa Mesa. 714.642.9021.  

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Eat Smart with Panera Bread

August 03, 2012

 Interested in nutrition and love to play online games? Panera Bread just launched an interactive and engaging game “Eat Smarts”,  where players can participate in 15 interactive challenges and win fun prizes that includes a chance to win a Sandals Resorts Luxury included Caribbean vacation for two. With Eat Smarts, Panera is encouraging “kids” all ages to play with their food by taking online quizzes, your dining out smarts, nutrient memory game,  and answer culinary questions. You may even learn some great nutrition tips. All you need to do is register and start playing.  The game ends Aug. 29. 

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Pac Fest Pre-Party

August 02, 2012

Join C.A.M.M. that brings progressive and modern film, art and music events to Orange County Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. at the Pacific Festival Pre Party at South Coast Plaza Village in Santa Ana for live performances by Gardens and Villa, Mr. Little Jeans and Wildcat! Wildcat! At sundown, CAMM will also project "A Southern California Retrospective, Through the Eyes of its Creators" 1965-present. It’s a visual showcase of hand picked photography, cinematography, and statements from international pros in skate, surf, snow, design, architecture, and music. The show sums up all that is So Cal culture. Purchase tickets online…

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Ride with JDRF

August 02, 2012

Cycling enthusiasts can make a difference by joining JDRF’s Ride Program that raises monies needed to fund research for better treatments and a cure for diabetes. Want to know learn more about the JDRF Ride program that also helps you reach a personal training goal by participating in a destination cycling experience?  Join a group of cyclists on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Surf City Cyclery in Newport Beach for a coffee meeting and short and easy get acquainted ride.  All skills are welcome for a recreation ride (approximately 30 miles) through Costa Mesa,  Back Bay and…

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Adios El Torito Grill

July 31, 2012

We are sorry to see El Torito Grill in Fashion Island closing after 26 years of great food and memories. Their last day of operation is Tuesday. So if you can get in today or Tuesday for one last warmer of fresh tortillas with sweet honey butter, salsa and smoky salsa, enchiladas topped with pickled tangy red onions and  signature green rice and black beans you should. Also, don’t forget a Grill Margarita or a glass of chilled Herradura Anejo. At Fashion Island 951 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. 949.640.2875

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