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The Drake Gives Presents “Groove for Good”

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By Greer Wylder
April 17, 2023

The Drake, Laguna Beach’s landmark restaurant and live music venue founded by Alec Glasser, will host an experiential fundraising evening unlike any other in Orange County on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Designed to tantalize the palate and enliven the senses with sensational tunes, the evening will feature a three-course meal curated by The Drake, complete with wine pairings, plus entertainment provided by Cueva Entertainment.The bordeaux and gold-themed evening, produced by Elite OC Productions, will fuse together community leaders and difference makers who are committed to making an impact locally. Immersive fundraising opportunities will be available…

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Selected Shorts: Unchartered Territories at Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
April 17, 2023

The hit public radio and podcast series returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Saturday, April 22, at 8 p.m. with a program of spellbinding original short fiction performed by actors on stage and screen. “Selected Shorts” is broadcast on over 150 radio stations around the country, attracting over 300,000 listeners each week through the live show and podcast. Performers include Kirsten Vangsness, best known as Penelope Garcia on Criminal Minds, which just began a new season streaming on Paramount+; Nate Corddry, an actor, comedian, and writer who has recently been featured on the television series Fosse/Verdon, Mindhunter, For All Mankind, and Perry Mason,…

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UCI Health Diabetes Center 15th Annual “Celebrate the Center”

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By Greer Wylder
April 14, 2023

This year, the UCI Health Diabetes Center celebrates the 15Th Annual “Celebrate the Center” fundraiser and networking reception on Thursday, April 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Newport Beach Country Club in Newport Beach. The event will celebrate the dedication of the physicians, researchers, patients, supporters, and friends.Honoring Dean and Mei Yoost for their generous, passionate, and steadfast support.Heavy hors d’oeuvres l Wine & Beer l Fun CocktailResearch Update l Silent AuctionBusiness Attire I Free self-parkingThis event will support the UCI Health Diabetes Center which attracts scientists, physicians, patients, and volunteers from around the globe. Their work is…

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Spence Collection Artist Panel & Pizza Party at Laguna Art Museum

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2023

Join the Laguna Art Museum on Saturday, April 15 at 6 p.m. for a discussion on the artworks donated by Stuart Spence and Judith Vida-Spence to Laguna Art Museum. Co-moderated by artist, writer, and professor, Tom Lawson, and LAM’s Curatorial Fellow, Rochelle Steiner, this panel will include artists whose work is currently on view at the museum. Together, they will engage in discussion about the artistic community that evolved in Southern California in the late 1980s and 1990s; their wide-ranging artistic approaches that are both conceptual and personal; and the critical support of the Spences and others at that time. More…

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Megan Hilty at Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2023

Megan Hilty, the beloved star of stage and screen will be performing at Irvine Barclay Theatre on Thursday, April 20, at 8 p.m. Hilty is known worldwide as the seasoned triple-threat, Ivy Lynn, in the NBC hit Smash. She wowed audiences with her portrayal of Glinda in Wicked, and was the first to perform the role of Doralee Rhodes in Broadway’s 9 to 5: The Musical. Megan received a Tony Award nomination for her performance as Brooke Ashton in the delightful comedy, Noises Off. Most recently, she starred as Patsy Cline in Lifetime’s original movie Patsy & Loretta, earning a Critics Choice Award…

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