The Dose

Stay Home and Do Some Good on Derby Day

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By Greer Wylder
April 17, 2019

The Ebell Club of Laguna Beach invites the community to join them for their “Non-Event.” In lieu of hosting their Kentucky Derby event, Ebell Club of Laguna Beach wants your dollars to go further from the comfort of your own home. Rather than funding a venue, band or food – they want 100% of your donation to go back to the community who needs it most.  No derby attire needed to join the winners circle. Your donation will go directly to the 24 organizations and four scholarships they fund yearly. So kick off your shoes, stay home and do some good by donating to Ebell…

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WOMEN #ENDALZ Luncheon

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By Greer Wylder
April 16, 2019

You can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s by attending the inspiring Alzheimer's Association WOMEN #ENDALZ Luncheon on Friday, May 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fashion Island Hotel in Newport Beach. At the luncheon, Linda Sadeghi, of The LAB Holding, will be honored with the Alzheimer's Association Community Epicenter Award. You can also partake in both a live and silent auction, pop-up shops and a Champagne reception. Tickets are still available, here. The WOMEN #ENDALZ Luncheon is an event-driven by influential women who bring community leaders together to support their mission: to eliminate Alzheimer's…

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The Yellow Vase, a Bakery & Café Meets Full-Service Florist

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By Greer Wylder
April 15, 2019

Yellow Vase, a bakery, and café meets full-service florist just opened at South Coast Plaza. Founded in 2008 by owner Morgan Sanjar, a lifelong home baker, she already has five locations throughout the South Bay: the original in Redondo Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, Palos Verdes Estates, Hermosa Beach, and Manhattan Beach. With its signature cheery interior that includes seasonal yellow flowers and whimsical gifts, Yellow Vase is a French café with a California twist, a grab-and-go bakery with seated dining and a menu of savory and sweet offerings. Yellow Vase doubles as a high-end florist known for creative floral arrangements. In addition,…

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OC’s Egg-Cellent Easter Brunches

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By Greer Wylder
April 11, 2019

Looking for a delicious and special place to celebrate Easter and enjoy brunch? Several top hotels in OC are planning elaborate Easter brunches to make your holiday even more memorable. MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH Masterpiece Easter Celebration in the Grand Ballroom Sunday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This extravagant Easter holiday meal is a 12-Station Masterpiece Brunch family affair featuring live musical entertainment, a champagne toast and complimentary photographs to preserve the memories. Brunch-goers will receive entrance to the resort's annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Breakfast Station offers eggs benedict, scrambled eggs, Applewood smoked bacon and more. There are also Omelettes Made To Order…

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The 20th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival, April 25 – May 2

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By Greer Wylder
April 10, 2019

The much-anticipated Newport Beach Film Festival will present “Luce” at Opening Night on Thursday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport followed by a gala reception at Fashion Island. The 20th annual NBFF will run from April 25 – May 2. "Luce" tells the story of a former child soldier from Africa, adopted by white parents and naturalized in America, who becomes a star athlete and top student in his suburban Virginia high school. Eventually, he finds his close-knit family life and impeccable academic record challenged by a teacher after she discovers unsettling political views in a homework…

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