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Tour de Force Returns to OC!

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By Greer Wylder
April 19, 2011

For one night only, Tour de Force II brings a phenomenal cast of international dance stars on stage at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Anyone who was fortunate enough to see the original Tour de Force in 2009 can vouch that the performance Thursday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. will be an incredible night of dance artistry. Tickets to Tour de Force II start at $40 and are available now at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling 714.556.2787.

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Fall Fashion Time With Chloe!

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By Greer Wylder
April 19, 2011

It’s already time to think about fall fashions! Join Chloé for an exclusive preview fashion show at Jewel Court South Coast Plaza Wednesday at 6 p.m. accessorized by Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest  jewels. A cocktail reception will immediately follow at Chloé Boutique at South Coast Plaza from 7 to 8 p.m. Level 2, near Macy’s at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. 714.481.0308. RSVP-usa@chloe.com.  

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OCC in Fashion!

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By Greer Wylder
April 18, 2011

Fashion enthusiasts can meet industry leaders and future stars at the celebration of Orange Coast College’s new fashion building Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. complete with hors d’oeuvres, fashion and fun. Its home is a stunning state-of-the-art, $56 million building designed by LPA, Inc. an Irvine based firm specializing in sustainable architecture. You can learn more Tuesday night about OCC’s exciting fashion program that’s preparing students for a professional career, or advancements in existing careers. Check out OCC's fashion blog to see what they're up to. 2701 Fairview Road (the fashion building is on Merrimac Way between Fairview Ave.…

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Free Home Show!

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By Greer Wylder
April 15, 2011

For three days only, Anaheim Convention Center is hosting the OC Spring Home and Garden Show. From April 15 to the 17, OC residents can explore every kind of home decorating and renovation option possible and participate in daily gardening seminars. As an added bonus, the first 500 attendees on Friday will receive a free kitchen slicing knife and the first 100 visitors on Saturday and Sunday get a free food chopper! Convention floor is open Friday 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information call 800.358.7369…

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Japan Rocks Benefit Show

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2011

In Japan's time of need, every little bit helps. Local musicians are gathering Thursday night to benefit The American/Japanese Red Cross Society at Alex's Bar in Long Beach. The proceeds from the cover charge, a mere $8 for an entire evening of face-melting music, will all be donated for relief to the nation of Japan. The bill for Japan Rocks includes early rock'n'roll and rockabilly inspired Inazuma (Japanese rock heroes from Los Angeles), the energetic rock and funk band The Studiofix (from Los Angeles and OC), rock and noisy "space jam" Wild Pack of Canaries (from Long Beach) and big…

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