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Winemakers Dinner

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By Greer Wylder
February 27, 2012

Experience an intimate winemakers dinner at the Loft in Montage Laguna Beach featuring Napa Valley’s Fritz Hatton of Arietta Winery and Lee Hudson of Hudson Vineyards on Thursday, March 1. This is a rare chance to attend an exclusive dinner limited to 40 guests that will feature a prepared tasting menu featuring pork from Hudson Ranch paired with wines from Arietta Winery and the Hudson Vineyard. Chef de Cuisine, Casey Overton created a special menu that includes tête de porc; Hudson Ranch omelet, belweather ricotta crostini, ginger-scented chawanmushi, acorn pasta tortellini, sous vide pork belly roulade, pork loin en crepinette,…

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NB Film Fest picked the winner!

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By Greer Wylder
February 27, 2012

The Newport Beach Film Fest picked “The Artist” months ago as the Oscar’s Best Picture winner, and members of the Orange County Film Festival saw an advance screening of it in December, followed by a Q&A with actor James Cromwell and actress Penelope Ann Miller. Throughout the year, the OC Film Society presents members advance screenings of studio and independent films followed by discussions with filmmakers, critics, and actors. Memberships cost just $99 per year, and you’ll be invited to 10 to12 advanced screening prior to their wide release. You’ll also receive for tickets to the Newport Beach Film Festival…

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Swing for Green!

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2012

Get a head start on your spring cleaning this weekend! When you donate e-waste to OC Goodwill locations in Newport Beach and Dana Point on Saturday, you will receive two tickets to the Toshiba Classic good any day between March 16 and 18. By donating a large item (such as a laptop, game system or television) or five smaller items, you can dispose of your electronics in a safe and responsible way and attend the Toshiba Classic (while supplies last)! For more information, including drop-off hours and locations, click here.

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Green Weekend

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2012

The Ecology Center is kicking off a collaboration this weekend with Yoga Works. Attend a series of free yoga classes to garden basics. On Saturday at 4 pm. there’s a free yoga class led by Renee Chenette; at 1p.m, resident beekeeper and professional storyteller, Diane Wyzga will sharing nature stories to educate and entertain you and your whole family; and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the general store will offer products and resources to help make your home sustainable. Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 2701 Alipaz St. in San Juan Capistrano. 949.443.4223.

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Prom Dreams

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By Greer Wylder
February 22, 2012

The next time you’re cleaning out a closet, consider helping Working Wardrobes outfit low-income high school seniors for their prom. Working Wardrobes is in need of donations of men's and women's prom apparel such as dresses, shoes, tuxedos, ties, pants, cumber buns and accessories to make the Dream Girls and Distinguished Gentlemen Prom Event on March 10, a reality for deserving teens. Participating students also will attend etiquette, self-esteem and life-choices workshops and be treated to a fashion show. Santa Ana councilmember Michelle Martinez will be a guest speaker at the event on March 10 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Irvine…

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