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JDRF Breakfast of Champions

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2013

Want to learn more about JDRF and its ongoing impact on a cure for type 1 diabetes and awareness right here in Orange County? You can attend the JDRF Breakfast of Champions on Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Ford Forum in Irvine. At this free one-hour breakfast you can meet members of the JDRF family, get a taste of what JDRF is all about, and find out about many opportunities for involvement and partnerships. JDRF has funded more than $1.7 Billion in research to address Type 1 Diabetes, with much of the research aiding not only the…

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Pinkberry Style

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2013

Pinkberry,  the original tart frozen yogurt company that launched in 2005 in West Hollywood, will also be celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day, on Tuesday, from 5 to 7 p.m. Stop by a Pinkberry for a free small frozen yogurt with toppings. Pinkberry’s known for its light and refreshing taste, fresh hand-cut fruits and natural toppings. Pinkberry has locations throughout Orange County including Brea, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, and Tustin.  

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National Frozen Yogurt Day

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2013

Yogurtland celebrates National Frozen Yogurt Day today from 4 to 7 p.m. by serving free yogurt and toppings to guests from 4 to 7 p.m. Visit any Yogurtland for a commemorative cup and collectable biodegradable spoon while creating your masterpiece from 16 frozen yogurt flavors like birthday cake batter, hazelnut latte, boysenberry, caramel almond and almond midnight mocha and a wide array of toppings including mochi, granola, gummy bears, Hershey’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chocolate chips and more. Yogurtland is also supporting First Book, a national education non-profit through Yogurtland Cares, the company’s initiative to empower you. First Book offers new,…

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WHW Quarterly Saturday Sale

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By Greer Wylder
February 01, 2013

WHW's most buzzed about quarterly sale is on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon in the parking lot at its headquarters in Santa Ana. You can shop for a cause and find hundreds of casual blouses, dresses, jeans, shoes and so much more. All items are priced from $2 to $10. All proceeds directly support the mission of WHW (Women Helping Women/Men2Work) providing employment support services for disadvantaged men, women and teens to empower them to economic self sufficiency through employment success. 1800 East McFadden Ave. in Santa Ana.

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Common Sense Facebook

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By Greer Wylder
January 31, 2013

Join St. Mary's School in Aliso Viejo as it welcomes James Steyer, the author of Talking Back to Facebook ([url=http://www.amazon.com/Talking-Back-Facebook-Raising-Digital/dp/145165734X]http://www.amazon.com/Talking-Back-Facebook-Raising-Digital/dp/145165734X[/url]) the Common Sense Guide to Raising Kids in the Digital Age by on Thursday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m. James Steyer is an expert on children’s media and education. His new book explores how social media and cellphones have transformed the lives of kids. . He’s also a frequent guest on shows including The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN National News, Fox News, Oprah and The Early Show on CBS. St. Mary’s Speaker Series is open to the public…

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