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Grammy Winning Jazz Artist John Beasley Comes to Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
June 01, 2022

Acclaimed jazz pianist, bandleader, and producer John Beasley brings his smashing 15-piece MONK’estra big band to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Thursday, June 9, at 8 p.m.In his three-decade-long career, Grammy Award winner and nine-time nominated pianist and composer, John Beasley, has worked with Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard – playing in the bands of both trumpet legends while still in his 20s – as well as with Herbie Hancock, Steely Dan, Al Jarreau, Christian McBride (and even, for one night, with James Brown!) In this special Barclay performance, Beasley leads MONK'estra, his big band that captures the spirit of Thelonious Monk’s singular music…

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Sketch & Watercolor Classes at Casa Romantica

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2022

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens in San Clemente provides programs for all ages in arts, music, history, horticulture, and literature and is a premiere Southern California cultural center.This summer enjoy Sketch & Watercolor Classes on Fridays, June 10, 17, 24, and July 1 at 10 a.m.$120 (Members $100) • All 4 weeks, including materials.Sketch and watercolor floral still life in the gardens with this class series led by local artist Kelly Gallaher.BUY TICKETSCasa Wellness and Arts Education is underwritten by Ed and Maggie ChangCasa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is at 415 Avenida Granada in San Clemente.949.498.2139

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Cool Dad, Not A Regular Dad | Father’s Day Gifts for The Progressive Sneakerhead

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2022

Your dad is not a regular dad, he’s a cool dad which means he deserves a unique gift. Here are three cool dad gifts that you can order online today.  For The Progressive Dad, Some Queer Coffee: What dad doesn’t love coffee! Well the LGBTQ and woman-founded coffee brand, Couplet Coffee, has the espresso beans, with creatively designed packaging to match, that every dad will love - and no, he doesn’t have to identify as LGBTQ+ (but if he does, that’s a plus).For The Purposeful Dad, A Candle of Intention: Addis VIV features inspired collections intended to capture the beauty of honoring ideas,…

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Vitamin A’s Warehouse Sale in OC

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By Greer Wylder
May 26, 2022

Vitamin A’s Warehouse Sale arrived in Santa Ana through May 29. Grab your end of summer deals on swimwear! Vitamin A is all about feeling good, looking good, and doing good. From design to production, distribution, and charitable partnerships - Vitamin A is the sustainable choice.Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Tickets (FREE) are required for each customer over the age of 15 yrs.Limit only (1) ticket per customer. Customers who purchase more than one ticket (for different dates/times) will forfeit all tickets immediately.You will have (1) hour to shop beginning from the start time listed on your ticket. (eg.…

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PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL

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By Greer Wylder
May 26, 2022

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, the dazzling Audience Choice Award-winning musical, comes to Segerstrom Center for a limited two-week engagement from July 5 to July 17. Tickets are available online at SCFTA.org, at the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, or by calling (714) 556-2787; for inquiries about group ticket discounts for 10 or more, call the Group Services offices at (714) 755-0236.Starring Broadway superstar and Tony Award®-nominee Adam Pascal as Edward Lewis and rising star Olivia Valli as the charming and charismatic Vivian Ward, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led…

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