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Green Ribbon for SoCo!

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By Greer Wylder
March 30, 2011

SoCo, one of our favorite new shopping centers in OC, has earned itself the Green Award by the Costa Mesa Planning Commission. South Coast Collection “SoCo”, formerly known as South Coast Home Furnishings Center, was nominated after incorporating sustainable design practices into its overall plan for the shopping center. Sustainable renovations included drought tolerant landscaping, water reclamation systems, energy efficient lighting, and (our favorite part) a weekly new Certified Farmers’ Market in Costa Mesa. The newly opened ocmartMIX, located at the center, accomodates many stores in its large spaces and uses a significant amount of reclaimed wood and other materials…

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One Night Only To Catch a Dollar!

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By Greer Wylder
March 29, 2011

Learn about poverty and micro-finance in the U.S. by catching this one-night showing of “To Catch a Dollar,” Thursday at 7:30 p.m. It’s screening in three theaters in Orange County: at Garden Walk in Anaheim, Triangle Square in Costa Mesa; and Cinema City in Anaheim Hills. The Sundance documentary highlights the promise of micro-financing to lift people out of poverty in America through stories of brave women entrepreneurs. Immediately following the film, there will be a special simulcast panel moderated featuring Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus (considered the “father of microfinance”) and Kiva.org President Premal Shah with financial guru Suze…

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$25K from LemonAID!

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By Greer Wylder
March 28, 2011

In the wake of the devastation in Japan, OC residents are bonding together to raise thousands of dollars for relief. As a part of the Team Kids' LemonAID Japan project, about 75 groups raised $25,545 on Sunday to donate to the Red Cross. Team Kids, an innovative program that empowers kids to become resilient and responsible citizens, had a previous single day fundraising record of $11,700. According to Founder Julie Hadash, it was amazing to witness how the compassion of children mobilized an entire community at the event at the Orange County Great Park Farmer's Market. "The gift of $25,545…

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Japan Relief Cut-A-Thon!

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By Greer Wylder
March 28, 2011

In response to the recent tsunami and earthquake in Japan, Marinello Schools of Beauty is holding a Japan Relief Cut-A-Thon in Huntington Beach, Anaheim and Lake Forest Tuesday through Saturday. They will be offering $5 haircuts; all proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross for relief efforts in  Japan. Since 1905 Marinello Schools of Beauty offers beauty education, affordable spa and salon services preformed by student stylists under the supervision of licensed instructors. 663 N. Euclid St. in Anaheim. 657.549.6131. 19022 Brookhurst St. in Huntington Beach. 714.962.8831; 23635 El Toro Road, Ste. K in Lake Forest. 949.586.4900.

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Anastasia Turns 30!

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By Greer Wylder
March 25, 2011

Anastasia, a longtime Laguna Beach boutique and café, is celebrating 30 years in business with a one-day only sale today from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at its new warehouse in Irvine. At the spectacular sale nearly 3,000 items of designer apparel will be available including favorites such as Undercover, Maison Martin Margiela, Comme des Garcons, Peachoo & Krejberg, Plein Sud, Barbara Bui, Limi Feu, Yohji Yamamoto, Dirk Bikkembergs, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and many more. The sale will be separated into two sections with $100 and $50 items—discounted at least 75 to 90% off their original price. At the sale, you…

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