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Lebowski Fest!

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By Greer Wylder
October 28, 2011

Abide in The Dude at a kosher reception for the Lebowski Fest at the Orange Coast College on Monday at 6 p.m. Poster artist Bill Green who created “The Big Lebowski” film poster will be the guest of honor at “Across the Sands of Time,” an exhibit of 40 posters from Lebowski Fests traveling across the country for the last decade. The festivals celebrate all things Lebowski from the classic Coen Brothers’ film. The exhibit is open from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday through Nov. 10, and on Fridays by appointment by calling the Visual and Performing…

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Film, Art and the Search for a Cure!

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By Greer Wylder
October 26, 2011

Chances are you know someone who has diabetes or your life is affected by it. Thankfully, researchers and scientists are dedicating their lives to finding a cure. On Thursday, Nov. 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, join award-winning documentary filmmakers Lisa Hepner and Guy Mossman of Vox Pop Films for an evening of art, film and discussion about exciting developments in the quest to cure type 1 diabetes. The filmmakers (Lisa Hepner is a type 1 diabetic) are working on a feature documentary, entitled "Patient 13,"…

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Perfect Luxe!

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By Greer Wylder
October 25, 2011

On the hunt for the perfect luxe handbag? New on the fashion radar is Donatienne Designs, a handbag company designed and manufactured in Los Angeles. Founder and designer Nikki Erwin’s coastal upbringing influences the colors in Donatienne’s collection: ocean blues and greens, sun bleached hair blonds, and favorite beach towels in vibrant pinks and purples. And each bag (the Barbie, Brit, Bunny, Camille, Ginger and Jordie) was designed with functionality in mind, as well as a stylish aesthetic. All fine leathers are imported from Italy and currently are in limited production, so Donatienne’s bags are only available online and at Switch…

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Eugene Cooke Returns!

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By Greer Wylder
October 25, 2011

Urban farmer Eugene Cooke will be returning to the Center for Living Peace Saturday at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a new lecture and virtual journey through Kenya. Cooke spent the first three months of 2011 traveling and learning about local food systems in Kenya.  He’ll be sharing incredible images of the lush landscape and the people and their farming traditions and skills. Cost is $22 per person, you can register here. You can also enjoy tasty eats from Avanti Café in Costa Mesa. The lecture is ideal for students, educators, activists and conscious community members. Center for Living Peace is at 4139 Campus Drive in Irvine. 949.854.5500.

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Royal Masterpieces

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By Greer Wylder
October 24, 2011

Muzeo in Anaheim just opened the Queen’s Gallery, a world premiere exhibit that takes you back in time to Victorian England with more than 60 masterpieces by leading artists of the Victorian era. The collection is on loan through Jan. 8. 2012 from two highly respected and passionate collectors in Orange County, Dr. Howard and Linda Knohl. Their private collection features art works from this period that reflect tumultuous social and political change, scientific discoveries and accelerated imperial expansion. Included in the exhibit is a masterpiece by James Sant, official portrait artist to Queen Victoria, as well as paintings by…

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