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Driftwood Kitchen & The Deck on Laguna’s “Shake & Stir” Fundraiser

By Greer Wylder

December 08, 2021

The Deck on Laguna Beach and Driftwood Kitchen will host their inaugural Shake & Stir fundraising event on Sunday, December 12 from noon to 5 p.m. to benefit Highgate Charitable Foundation. The event is a combined effort with The Bungalows at Pacific Edge Hotel, The Pacific Edge Hotel, Mosaic Hotel, Maison Hotel, The Westin Long Beach, and Hotel Figueroa. Guests will have the unique opportunity to experience a variety of champagne, sparkling wines, craft cocktails, and coastal cuisine, all while enjoying panoramic ocean views from the oceanfront restaurants. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz and his team will prepare delicious tastes from The Deck, Driftwood Kitchen, and Hendrix Restaurant & Bar.…

Making A Positive Impact This Holiday Season

By Greer Wylder

December 06, 2021

Looking to give back this holiday season? Here are some local nonprofits that are offering opportunities to get involved and make a positive impact this holiday seasonBUILD A FUTUREBeyond Blindness (formerly Blind Children's Learning Center) empowers children with visual impairments and other disabilities to achieve their fullest potential. The organization helps prepare kids for a life of independence through early intervention, education and family support.Donations can support life-changing essential services and specialized education to children with visual impairments and other disabilities. It allows them to reach new milestones, from typing their first Braille word to navigating the playground independently for the first time. Holiday…

Celebrate the 113th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade at a Special Fundraiser Dinner

By Greer Wylder

December 06, 2021

The Sons of the American Legion in Newport Beach will be hosting a special fundraiser during the annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade.This is a rare opportunity to attend a holiday event at the American Legion-Squadron 291, which is typically open to “members only.”The festivities kick off Wednesday, December 15th and run through Sunday, December 19th, 2021. There will be over 200 boats and ships artfully decorated and dressed for the holidays. It is truly an evening of fun for the entire family. Make your reservations now! Proceeds benefit their Veterans Programs throughout the year.This year's theme is a Hawaiian Christmas...Mele Kalikimaka– Hawaiian…

Make-A-Wish, Disneyland and celebrities! A Galaxy of Wishes

By Greer Wylder

November 22, 2021

Make-A-Wish Orange County Inland Empire is offering a unique opportunity. Their chapter is joining forces with the LA chapter and Disneyland. The “Gala” will be a “GALActic” out-of-this-world experience this year on December 7 from 8 p.m. to midnight! This will be a rare, PRIVATE event held in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s edge with red carpet A-list entertainment and honoring the Spanos and Los Angeles Chargers. Tickets are limited - $1,250 each and sponsorships start at $10,000. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be closed to all other guests to make this an extraordinary evening benefiting Make-A-Wish. Experience the power of a wish with…

Everything But The Turkey Kits for No Hunger for the Holidays

By Greer Wylder

November 15, 2021

Do you want to WOW your Thanksgiving dinner guests? Do you want to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast easily? Bracken’s Kitchen Everything But The Turkey Kits are perfect for your Thanksgiving holiday feast. And, what’s even better, by purchasing a delicious Thanksgiving kit, you are helping Bracken’s Kitchen to provide 400,000 meals this holiday season to those who need it most. So how does it work? Your Everything But The Turkey Kit will include everything you need to ensure a Thanksgiving feast for 4 except well the turkey! All you have to worry about is preparing a delicious Turkey to complete your…