The Dose

The Write Stuff Tonight!

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By Greer Wylder
September 14, 2010

Bookworms and literary enthusiasts will love the Pen on Fire Writers Salon, a monthly series hosted by Barbara DeMarco-Barrett with guest authors, literary agents, and screenwriters at Scape Gallery in Corona del Mar. It’s a the perfect place for those who enjoy attending readings and book signings. Tonight at 7 p.m. Pen on Fire features mystery writer Dennis Palumbo, and mystery writer/screenwriter Daniel Pyne. Both authors will talk about writing fiction, and the creative issues affecting authors. Palumbo’s first novel, City Wars is being developed into a feature film. Among his many writing credits, the former Hollywood screenwriter has contributed…

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Spa Week Is Here!

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By Greer Wylder
September 13, 2010

Fall Spa Week is here! That means you can indulge in luxury spa treatments for less by taking advantage of Spa Week specials today through Sunday. For just 50 bucks, you can receive a designated spa week special treatment from a participating spa in Orange County. Here’s what $50 will do for you! At Clarins Skin Spa at Bloomingdales at Fashion Island (949.729.6600) or at Clarins Skin Spa at Nordstrom at South Coast Plaza. (714.549.8300) receive a 60-minute Clarins signature facial treatment. At CloudMover Day Spa in Huntington Beach. (714.890.0900) you can choose a 60-minute hot stone or deep tissue…

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The Burger Next Door

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By Greer Wylder
September 10, 2010

The Next Door, San Clemente’s new bar and kitchen. is a concept from the same owners of the famed fondue restaurant, The Melting Pot (literally next door), for those who like comfort food at more accessible prices. And the Next Door is offering Greer’s OC readers a chance sample beer and wine selections and try savory dishes. Just make a reservation for a complimentary wine flight or beer tasting on its private patio for guests of four or more, and mention promo code I HEART Greer’s OC. The Next Door’s well-priced, seasonal menu is open for lunch, dinner and weekend…

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Fashion’s Night Out!

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By Greer Wylder
September 08, 2010

Fashion Island is celebrating Fashion’s Night Out on Friday! Shop at your favorite stores from 5 to 9 p.m. and enjoy an array of specials, sweet stations and live DJ’s throughout the center. And enter to win a styling session with Lo Bosworth and a $1,000 Fashion Island gift card. The winner will receive a 90-minute styling session Friday at 3 p.m., and the new look will be revealed at 5 p.m. The first 1,000 shoppers to stop by the Concierge Desk in Atrium Court and show a receipt from any purchase made at a participating Fashion Night Out store…

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Get In A Twist!

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By Greer Wylder
September 07, 2010

We’ve found the best hair tie and headbands ever created: Twistbands. You have 31 colors to choose from, and they’ve even added baubles for customizing bands. As seen on the “Today Show”, and in Shape magazine this month for its new Hair Tie Survivor Set, 100% of the proceeds goes to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Twistbands are ultra comfortable, won’t damage your hair, and are available in a variety of patterns and fabrics. They’re ideal for fashionistas, athletes, even toddlers and tweens. You can custom order styles for branded logos and messaging, too. The collection has…

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