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Dolly Parton’s Songs Come to Life with Pacific Symphony

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By Greer Wylder
November 05, 2025

Pacific Symphony honors one of America’s most beloved storytellers with “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony” on November 14 and 15 at 8 p.m. at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa.Led by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, the multimedia concert takes audiences on a visual and musical journey through Dolly Parton’s songs, life, and stories. The performance features Dolly on screen, joined by a cast of guest vocalists and musicians performing new orchestral arrangements by David Hamilton.Audiences will hear many of her greatest hits, including “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love…

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Savor the Season by the Sea at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

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By Greer Wylder
November 05, 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort invites guests to savor the season by the sea with live entertainment, special savings, and a cozy fall menu.The resort’s popular Concerts Under the Stars series returns November 29 with ABBA Under the Stars, a lively evening of nostalgia and music beneath the coastal sky. Guests who dine or enjoy drinks onsite that night will receive complimentary parking with a $30 food and beverage purchase, making it an ideal Thanksgiving weekend escape.To celebrate the start of the holiday shopping season, the resort’s Black Friday Sale begins November 10, offering up to 30% off stays of…

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Ice at Santa Monica Returns for the Holidays

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By Greer Wylder
November 04, 2025

Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. has announced the return of Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+ and Hulu, the city’s beloved holiday tradition now in its 17th season. From November 7, 2025, through January 19, 2026, the seasonal rink at 1324 5th Street will transform Downtown Santa Monica into a festive winter destination by the beach. Families and friends can lace up their skates and create lasting holiday memories.The Grand Opening Celebration takes place Friday, November 7, from 6 to 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy free ice skating on a first-come, first-served basis, a live DJ, on-ice performances, giveaways and…

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ZAFFRE Fine Linens Celebrates Two Years in Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
November 03, 2025

ZAFFRE Fine Linens recently celebrated its two-year anniversary and the opening of its new showroom at the Stonemill Design Center in Costa Mesa. The space has quickly become a creative hub for event professionals, designers, and tastemakers.Best known for fine linen rentals for weddings, social events, and galas, ZAFFRE is expanding its presence with monthly classes and curated gatherings. The showroom serves as a space where design meets inspiration, and this season it’s fully embracing fall with warmth, texture, and autumn charm throughout.Founded in Southern California, ZAFFRE brings artistry and collaboration to every event, offering textiles that transform tables into…

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North Italia Debuts Seasonal Fall + Winter Menu in Irvine and Beyond

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By Greer Wylder
November 02, 2025

North Italia has launched its new Fall and Winter menu at all locations nationwide, including its Orange County restaurant in Irvine where we dined this week. The seasonal update brings back fan favorites, introduces new chef-driven dishes, and adds fall twists across brunch, lunch and dinner.New seasonal highlights include the Italian Short Rib Lumache with grana padano crema and horseradish gremolata, the Sunday Night Lasagna with braised short rib and Italian sausage, and the Prime New York Steak Tagliata served with wild arugula and shaved grana padano. Brunch brings a refreshed Morning Market Board featuring a caramelized onion frittata, burrata,…

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