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Coast Film & Music Festival in Laguna Beach

By Greer Wylder

October 30, 2023

Mark your calendars for the Coast Film & Music Festival, which is scheduled to take place from November 8th to 12th, 2023 in Laguna Beach. Tickets are available for purchase at the Coast Film & Music Film Festival website with the full lineup of films, musical artists, and speakers. In alignment with the festival's dedication to community and environmental stewardship, a portion of the proceeds will be directed towards the Coast Film Foundation and select non-profit organizations, including Protect Our Winters, Surfrider Foundation Co., and Laguna Canyon Foundation.The festival will host various events across Laguna Beach, with the Festival of Arts…

The Desert WineFest

By Greer Wylder

October 25, 2023

The Desert WineFest is set to take place at Omni Resorts Rancho Las Palmas on October 28 and 29, offering two days of exquisite wine tasting, culinary delights prepared by local chefs, boutique shopping, and the chance to support the Desert Cancer Foundation. All of this unfolds in the splendid setting of the resort's golf course, allowing guests to mingle in an extraordinary environment.This unique event, the Desert WineFest, is a genuine celebration of all things related to wine. It features specially curated wines from producers around the world and is introducing a first-time experience on the 5th fairway and…

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9th Annual Napa in Newport Benefitting CureDuchenne

By Greer Wylder

October 25, 2023

CureDuchenne, in partnership with Vintner Chair Melka Estates, is excited to announce the Ninth Annual Napa in Newport event. It will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point.Napa in Newport is a unique gathering that unites over 45 acclaimed vintners from Napa Valley to showcase their finest wines to Orange County's elite, including business leaders, influencers, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and wine connoisseurs. The event's primary goal is to raise funds for research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a severe and widespread form of muscular dystrophy.This exceptional event includes a Grand Tasting,…

5th Annual Dia de los Muertos Family Festival: A Vibrant Tribute to Mexican Tradition!

By Greer Wylder

October 23, 2023

Step into the enchanting world of Mexican tradition at Catalina Museum for Art & History's 5th Annual Dia de los Muertos Family Festival on Wednesday, November 1st. Immerse yourself in a colorful celebration honoring our departed loved ones, filled with lively kids' art projects, tantalizing tequila tastings, delicious local culinary offerings, and soul-stirring live music and cultural performances, including the mesmerizing Ballet Folklorico Quetzal.Experience the vibrant tapestry of Mexican culture, celebrating the essence of life while cherishing the memories of our dear departed. The festivities abound with art projects, tequila tastings, cultural displays, and a chance to win exciting cash…

‘Beets by Drew’ Cocktail Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Greer Wylder

October 18, 2023

To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Coyle Restaurant Collective is dedicating one dollar from every sale of their renowned cocktail, "Beets by Drew," at their three Orange County establishments: Fable & Spirit, Dublin 4 Gastropub, and Wineworks For Everyone, to local breast cancer centers."Beets by Drew" stands as one of their most beloved libations, a creation by Drew Coyle, the director of spirits for Coyle Hospitality Group. This cocktail showcases Coyle's unwavering commitment to using carefully sourced, fresh ingredients. Its distinctive pink hue is derived from house-pressed beets, expertly combined with Hendricks Gin, lemon, and ginger to…