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Newport Dunes Hosts Beyond Blindness Beeper Easter Egg Hunt April 1

By Greer Wylder

March 26, 2023

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is pleased to welcome Beyond Blindness students back to the resort for a special sensory Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Having partnered with Newport Dunes to host the unique Easter egg hunt for more than 15 years, the Orange County-based nonprofit whose mission is to empower children with visual impairments and other disabilities to achieve their fullest potential will bring 350 of its students—ages one to 17 years old—to the Grand Gazebo and soft grassy lawn area for a sensory egg hunt featuring special beeping eggs donated by OC…

Pickleball Charity Tournament in Newport Beach Benefits Under-Served OC Families

By Greer Wylder

March 08, 2023

On Thursday, March 23, from 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m., the courts of The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach will swing into action for a good cause as Project Access Resource Centers presents its first-ever charity fundraising pickleball tournament presented by Freespeed Aviation, LLC. This fundraiser will raise funds to support low-income families throughout California and the country by showcasing the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. Tournament registration includes two hours of play, a beginner’s clinic with a pickleball pro, a swag bag, prizes, food and refreshments, opportunity drawing, and a “totally rad” 1980s costume contest! The event is open to all skill levels,…

41st Annual California Cool Art Auction, Benefit & Bash

By Greer Wylder

March 03, 2023

Join Laguna Art Museum for an unforgettable night during a signature auction and benefit as they celebrate 41 years of connecting artists, collectors, and the community. The museum’s largest fundraiser of the year has been reimagined to offer the preeminent California Cool experience, with a creative California-inspired culinary and cocktail experience, a special performance by musical guest and Laguna local, Grammy-nominated, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, an artistic photo opportunity on the red carpet with photographer Tony Pinto and the chance to meet many of California’s most notable artists supporting the museum and participating in the auction. For those who cannot…

9th Ford Petersen Spay Day at Alicia Pet Care Center

By Greer Wylder

March 02, 2023

Alicia Pet Care Center (APCC) in Mission Viejo, a full-service veterinary hospital, will be celebrating the 9th Ford Petersen Spay Day in honor of Ford Peterson, a long‐time employee, and friend. Alicia Pet Care Center will be immediately accepting requests from the community to be entered into a lottery system for a comprehensive spay or neuter service, for up to 50 dogs and cats, on Sunday, March 12th, 2023.These services will be at no cost to those that are chosen. To add your name to the lottery (each dog or cat is a separate entry), please call 949-768-1313 before Saturday, March 4th at 7…

Girls Inc. Gift Card Drive

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2023

Do you have any leftover gift cards from the holidays? Donate to Girls Inc. Orange County Gift Card drive! This year they are collecting gift cards to support their college shower basket drive. They want to ensure that every girl has all the necessary tools to be successful in their college-going journey. You can help them reach their goal of filling 170 baskets with $500 per girl.They will be accepting gift cards through April 3rd.For any questions please contact Carolina Ramirez at CRamirez@girlsinc-oc.org