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Comedy for a Cause: Bryan Callen Leads Non-Profit Event for Medically Fragile Children

By Greer Wylder

November 04, 2024

The Gray Academy Orange County and The Charlotte & Gwenyth Gray Foundation to Cure Batten Disease welcome the Orange County community and supporters across Southern California to "Comedy for a Cause," a special event featuring comedian Bryan Callen. Join the fun on November 17 at the Irvine Improv, with doors opening at 12:00 PM and the 21+ show starting at 1:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at improv.com/irvine.This is the second annual holiday kick-off fundraiser supporting children with complex medical needs, including rare neurological disorders. The inaugural event in December 2022, headlined by David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the…

Holiday Gift Faire at Sherman Gardens: Unique Gifts & Treats

By Greer Wylder

November 01, 2024

Start your holiday shopping early at Sherman Library & Gardens’ Holiday Gift Faire on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Enjoy complimentary homemade cookies and coffee while browsing seasonal plants, handmade crafts, and unique gifts.The Sowers, a talented group of Sherman volunteers, have been crafting an array of one-of-a-kind holiday items throughout the year. These handcrafted treasures will be on display and available for purchase exclusively in the Tea Garden during the event. All proceeds benefit garden projects supported by the Volunteer Association of Sherman Library & Gardens.Members receive a 15% discount on all purchases. Admission…

Sherman Library Celebrates 50 Years with Special Open House on October 22

By Greer Wylder

October 16, 2024

Sherman Library & Gardens is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its beloved library with a special Open House on October 22, 2024. The event, open to the public and free of charge, runs from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and includes light bites and a no-host bar. RSVPs are required to attend here.Founded by Arnold D. Haskell in 1974, the Sherman Library was built to preserve the history of the Pacific Southwest. Haskell designed a two-story Mission Revival-style building, with library stacks on the upper level and a climate-controlled archival space below. Since then, the library has grown to house over…

Cocktails for a Cause: Monthly Fundraisers at The Park Club

By Greer Wylder

October 08, 2024

The Park Club California, Orange County’s premier private business and social hub, proudly presents Cocktails for a Cause, a monthly fundraising series supporting a diverse range of nonprofit organizations. Organized by the Club’s Philanthropy Committee, this initiative provides a welcoming space to raise awareness and funds for causes that matter to the Orange County community. Open to the public, attendees can enjoy drinks, light bites, and networking opportunities, with 50% of ticket sales benefiting the featured nonprofit.In a recent event on Tuesday, September 17, ticket sales generated hundreds of dollars for South County Outreach, an Irvine-based nonprofit dedicated to fighting hunger…

Support Local Hairstylists Battling Breast Cancer: Enter The Jill Foundation’s Fundraiser Today!

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2024

Exciting news from The Jill Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting Orange County hairstylists diagnosed with breast cancer! Now, you can easily contribute to their mission by donating through The Jill Foundation's PayPal. Every $10 donation gets you one entry into their opportunity drawing—your contribution could make a difference and give you a chance to win!Over the next few months, you can win amazing prizes while helping hairstylists in need. The first prize is a cute pink, Halloween-themed gift basket worth $200! Tickets are just $10 donated to PayPal, and all proceeds go to The Jill Foundation. The winner…