The Dose

Run The OC

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By Greer Wylder
January 08, 2014

Looking to jump-start your New Year’s resolution? Sign up for one of So Cal’s most popular half marathons on Saturday, Jan. 11, when the 23rd Annual Kaiser Permanente Southern California Half Marathon and 5K returns to the Woodbridge community of Irvine. Races start at 8 a.m. for the 5K and Half Marathon, followed at 10 a.m. with a Kids Run for eighth graders and younger.  Races start and finish on Barranca Parkway (between Creek and Lake Streets) in Irvine. The Southern California Half Marathon and 5K course covers flat, paved roads around neighborhoods and recreational areas of Irvine. It includes…

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OC Music Awards Showcase Series Kickoff

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By Greer Wylder
January 07, 2014

The 2014 OC Music Awards Showcase Series kicks off tonight at Yost Theater in Santa Ana with free performances by Breach the Summit (8 p.m.), Ceasefire (8:45 p.m.), The Devious Means (9:30 p.m.), Jeramiah Red (10:15 p.m.) and The Field Trip (11 p.m.). Come out and support local music and receive giveaways from Wahoo's, Ernie Ball, Guitar Center, Audiofly and more. The show will be hosted by Kat Corbett of the World Famous KROQ. For the next 8 weeks, the OC Music Awards Showcase Series will continue with free live concerts at different venues across the county. The Showcase Series will culminate at the 2014…

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Lulu Too Lives Large

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By Greer Wylder
January 06, 2014

Lulu Too celebrates its new location on East 17th Street in Costa Mesa. It just relocated to a much larger store with new labels including James Perse, Splendid, Free People, Go Couture and shoes like Superba. There are also tons of sale items and accessories starting at just $6. One of the things that separates Lulu Too from other boutiques is the philosophy the co-owners, Alli Dafferner and Maggie O’Melveny, live by and share with their customers. They believe in giving back to the community that has been so supportive of their endeavor. Whether it's Cause T-shirt Tuesday (wear any…

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Can you stand still?

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By Greer Wylder
January 02, 2014

The Pageant of the Masters is looking for men, women and children to volunteer for the 2014 show, The Art Detective. People of all sizes and ages are needed to be cast members in the world's most famous presentation of tableaux vivants. Casting will be held at the Festival of Arts on January 4, 5, and 9. Volunteering for the Pageant is a great way to spend your summer and a fun activity for the whole family. Additionally, students can earn credit towards community service requirements.

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AnQi’s Countdown Extravaganza 2014!

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By Greer Wylder
December 30, 2013

Looking for the best bet for your New Year's Eve party experience? Celebrate AnQi's Havana Nights 1954 as the stunning restaurant is transformed into "Barrio Chino." Exciting musical entertainment by percussionist-DJ, Joakim Eskasan flown in from Cuba, and popular Grammy Award winning Latin guitarist, David Maldonado, will count down as guests dance into 2014. Show, cigar rollers, tango stilt walkers, artistic pole acrobats will provide entertainment, with exotic Cuban cocktails and for one night only, enjoy a culinary experience with a twist on Cuban Asian fusion cuisine -- of course, AnQi style.  Multiple pricing options range from an early Hemingway’s Hour A…

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