The Dose

Over the Moon for Mars Viewing and Talk!

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By Greer Wylder
October 19, 2009

This is as close to Mars as you are ever going to get. OC Parks is offering a free Astronomy and Stargazing event Saturday at our favorite Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, an architectural gem sheltered from the street at the Upper Newport Bay. Scientists from Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL),creators of America’s first satellite and the first robotic craft to the moon, are giving an update on their latest missions and explorations. And they’re bringing a slightly smaller scale replica of the actual Mars Rover for a close as you’re going to get sense of the Mars mission. You…

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Savor the Flavor During Newport’s Restaurant Week!

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2009

Dine at your favorite Newport Beach restaurants for “Savor The Flavor” a week-long culinary celebration where you can order bargain three-course prix-fixe lunches and dinners. Newport Beach Restaurant Week runs today through next Thursday. Nearly 75 of the finest Newport Beach restaurants are serving up special menus at $10, $20, $30 or $40. And the more you dine out, the more you’ll be rewarded. When your bill comes you’ll receive a Gratuity Card worth 20% off food orders redeemable after Restaurant Week ends, and a complimentary bottle of Perrier. Gratuity cards are good Oct. 23 through Nov. 30. And there…

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Surf & Sand: Flights and Bites at Splashes!

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2009

On the sand in Laguna Beach, Splashes Restaurant at Surf & Sand Resort is offering a chance to savor smaller portions of three entrees of American Coastal Cuisine, and maybe preview a new item that isn’t on the regular menu. Just $45, Monday through Thursday ($60 with wine pairing). 1555 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949.376.2779.

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You’re Invited to Chic Shopping Party!

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By Greer Wylder
October 14, 2009

They had us at “chic shopping party” but then when we heard “proceeds benefitting our favorite charity, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)” we’re in love. So we’ll be at Fashion Island’s Passport to Luxury Event Thursday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. hosted by Riviera magazine. The evening includes exclusive in-store events, new fall fashions, elegant gifts and giveaways and delicious food. Participating stores include American Rag Cie, Bloomingdale’s, Garys, Kate Spade, Neiman Marcus, Room Service, Traditional Jewelers, Trina Turk, True Religion and more. And some of our favorite restaurants are on board too: California Pizza Kitchen, Canaletto Ristorante Veneto,…

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Chinese (Artfully) Take OC!

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By Greer Wylder
October 13, 2009

For the first time in history, Carnegie Hall is offering its programming outside of New York City and it has chosen OC!! Take that LA! “Ancient Paths, Modern Voices” is a six-week celebration of Chinese culture in OC. Carnegie Hall’s epic partnership with the Philharmonic Society of Orange County will feature performances by leading international musicians, including some artists and ensembles traveling outside China for the first time (such as Lang Lang, Wu Man, the Shanghai Symphony and Quentin Shih). The festival will include Western symphonic and chamber music influenced by Chinese culture, traditional folk music, contemporary music, traditional marionette…

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