Greer's OC | The latest in Orange County fashion, dining, and trends.

Tastemakers of Orange County Returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

September 16, 2025

The Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA) will host the return of its Tastemakers of Orange County on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa.The culinary celebration will showcase the rich and diverse flavors of Asian and Pacific Islander cuisine, created by more than two dozen of Orange County’s top chefs. Guests will enjoy exclusive, all-you-can-eat dishes in a lively outdoor setting, while supporting OCAPICA programs in mental health, youth development, housing assistance, policy education, and anti-Asian racism initiatives.2025 Tastemaker…

Sgt. Pepperoni’s Partners With CHOC for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

By Greer Wylder

September 11, 2025

This September, Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store is teaming up with Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), part of Rady Children’s Health, to raise funds and collect LEGO® sets for the Cherese Mari Laulhere Child Life Department during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.All month long, proceeds from the Pizza of the Month and every dessert sold at Sgt. Pepperoni’s four Orange County locations will benefit CHOC’s child life department. The program helps patients and families feel more comfortable in the hospital by making medical equipment and procedures less intimidating.In addition to ordering from the menu, guests are invited to donate new LEGO®…

Concert Shines Light on Mental Health

By Greer Wylder

September 11, 2025

Grammy-winning producer, songwriter and Ambrosia co-founder David Pack will present the second installment of Hope for a Brighter Tomorrow Concerts for Mental Health on Sept. 13 at Campus Jax in Newport Beach.The concert honors his daughters, Beth and Kaitlyn Pack, who live with lifelong mental health challenges, while raising funds and awareness for families affected by mental illness.September 13 lineupThe benefit will bring together legendary musicians and longtime friends of Pack for an unforgettable night:Todd Rundgren – Rock innovator and producer behind hits such as “Hello It’s Me” and “Bang the Drum All Day.”Ray Parker Jr. – Grammy-winning singer, songwriter…

An Evening at The Lido Theater to Benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation

By Greer Wylder

August 24, 2025

River Jetty Restaurant Group will host a special fundraising event on Aug. 28 at The Lido Theater in support of the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. The evening will feature a screening of True Grit, with food by A Restaurant Chef Roberto Gomez and A Market Chef Shelly Register, drinks, themed cocktails, and both silent and live auctions.Doors open at 5 p.m., the live auction begins at 6:30 p.m., and the film starts at 7 p.m.John Wayne Movie Week ScheduleAug. 26 – The Searchers (7 p.m.)Aug. 27 – The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (7 p.m.)Aug. 28 – True Grit Fundraiser…

One Night in Asia – An Immersive Culinary and Entertainment Experience

By Greer Wylder

August 03, 2025

Curating an over-the-top soiree unlike any other, Elite OC Productions’ only signature event of the year will raise the bar once again for experiential entertainment through their 4th annual La Fete de l’Opera adventure while spotlighting a little-known nonprofit, the Diwaliben Trust.La Fete de l’Opera’s “One Night in Asia” will tantalize the senses with culinary masterpieces, expertly crafted cocktails, an exquisite fashion show that will include painted models, alongside live music, geishas, dancing dragons and more. Elite OC, known for their award-winning event productions that delight the senses, will transform Fete the Venue in Costa Mesa, immersing guests into an…