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Pelican Hill Spring Break Family Villa Giveaway!

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By Greer Wylder
April 05, 2011

Run away to Newport Coast for a quick seaside family getaway in a magnificent three-bedroom private Villa, with wholesome welcome amenities of assorted fresh fruits and waters upon your arrival. Take in ocean vista views with breakfast for four at Coliseum Pool & Grill, then while away the day in a private cabana at the world’s largest circular pool. Your one-night, two-day family escape includes a complimentary half-day stay at our children’s retreat, Camp Pelican, for two children. To enter, subscribe to Greer's OC and all the instructions will be in your Daily Dose of OC. The winner will be…

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Japan Benefit Tonight!

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2011

You can help raise funds for Japan relief efforts today at Ecofficiency.org’s Japan Benefit concert at from 8 pm. to 1 a.m. at Boathouse Collective in Costa Mesa. Live performances from Ease Up, Gantez Warrior and Indian Burn. Gourmet food trucks will be providing foods, including the Flip Truck and Chomp Chomp Nation. All proceeds will go towards disaster relief efforts, with a portion going to Ecofficiency.org’s ongoing efforts in Haiti. Boathouse Collective is at 1640 Pomona Ave. in Costa Mesa.  

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New York Times Fashion Film!

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2011

When it comes to chronicling the fashions on the streets of New York, no one can compete with legendary New York Times photographer and cultural anthropologist Bill Cunningham, who wields a camera on a bike, and documents the people and fashions of New York. “Bill Cunningham New York," the documentary debuts today at Regency South Coast Village. The film gives a memorable behind-the-scenes portrait of the octogenarian, and dedicated artist who has contributed to New York Times Style section in his columns "On the Street" and "Evening Hours”  for decades. Watch the trailer and find out much more about Cunningham…

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JDRF Shopping Invite!

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By Greer Wylder
March 30, 2011

You’re invited to Emilio Pucci at South Coast Plaza for a special cocktail/shopping benefit for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, sponsored by Orange Coast Magazine. Come see the latest Pucci fashions Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Pucci’s Spring/Summer hot looks include crocheted dresses, statement prints, luxe trench coats, bandanas, Greek goddess styles, and hippy bags. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the JDRF, in support of its mission to fund research for a cure to diabetes. RSVP to Donna Mogilski at DMogilski@jdrf.org or at JDRF, at 949.553.0363. Level 2, near Nordstrom at at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.

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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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