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Hungry Games 7.0: A Culinary Showdown for a Cause

By Greer Wylder

August 18, 2024

Join Bracken’s Kitchen for an exciting evening of fierce competition between renowned local chefs, where attendees have the opportunity to act as judges! Guests can look forward to beautiful dishes, small bites, sweets, beer, wine, live music, and excellent auction items. Mark your calendars for the Hungry Games 7.0 event, benefiting neighbors in need.Date: September 12thTime: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM ishLocation: 13941 Nautilus Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92843This annual fundraiser will be hosted at Bracken’s Kitchen commercial kitchen in Garden Grove on Thursday, September 12th, 2024, with doors opening at 5:30 PM. Popular local chefs will compete for the…

Hilton Anaheim launches ‘Young at Art’ Exhibit w/ Art from OC High Schoolers

By Greer Wylder

August 14, 2024

Orange County's largest hotel, Hilton Anaheim, has just launched the second installment of their Canvas Conversations art series. Titled "Young at Art," this exhibit will run through September 3rd and showcases work by talented young artists aged 13-18 from Orange County. In collaboration with the Orange Community Arts Guild (OCAG), the series aims to enhance the guest experience at Hilton Anaheim by immersing visitors in local culture. The artworks, including paintings, sculptures, digital art, mixed media, and more, will be displayed throughout the hotel.Curator and local artist Britt Samuels, who brought this concept to Hilton Anaheim, aims to celebrate Anaheim's vibrant…

Red Cross Offers $20 Amazon.com Gift Card for Donors in August

By Greer Wylder

August 12, 2024

The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces dangerous levels of heat and people head out for final summer travel plans. Since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as possible to help patients receive lifesaving medical care. In Orange County, there are many upcoming blood donation opportunities through August. To find a blood drive near you, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Help.The Red Cross is working with hospitals around the clock to meet the blood…

The 17th Annual SeaChange Summer Party

By Greer Wylder

August 10, 2024

Oceana, the world's largest advocacy organization dedicated to ocean conservation, is hosting its 17th annual SeaChange Summer Party on Saturday, August 17th. The event will feature award-winning actor, advocate, and Oceana Board Member Ted Danson as the Master of Ceremonies and will honor SeaChange co-founder and Chair Emerita Valarie Van Cleave. Musical guest singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb will perform hits including “Stay (I Missed You),” celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.Oceana’s SeaChange Summer Party has raised nearly $20 million to support the organization's crucial work in ensuring a healthy ocean for future generations. Over the past 20 years, Oceana has successfully addressed…

Culinary Entrepreneurship & Workforce Initiative Reaches Funding Milestone

By Greer Wylder

June 30, 2024

The Store One hub in Anaheim, designed to foster culinary entrepreneurship and workforce training, has reached a significant funding milestone. The project has secured $7.75 million in public funding for construction and $3 million from private donations to support equipment and operational expenses. Located at the former site of the first Northgate González Market on Anaheim Boulevard, construction is set to begin this fall.A new campaign has been launched to raise an additional $5 million for furniture, equipment, and multiyear programming and operations. The facility is expected to open in late 2025.Mayor Ashleigh Aitken highlighted the project's significance, stating that…