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Irvine Barclay Theatre Hosts USAF Band of the Golden West

By Greer Wylder

May 19, 2023

The esteemed USAF (United States Air Force) Band of the Golden West returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Monday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m. as a part of its West Coast tour to build community and celebrate our country. This year’s performance will honor the late General William Lyon, as 2023 would have been the Southern California native’s 100th birthday.The concert will begin with a salute to our local veterans, inviting all in attendance to stand and be acknowledged. The renowned band will feature 60 of its Airmen-musicians performing patriotic favorites, and a video about General Lyon, created by the Lyon Air…

Spring Garden Art Faire at Sherman Library & Gardens

By Greer Wylder

May 17, 2023

Sherman Library & Gardens is gearing up for an exciting two-day Spring Garden Art Faire on Saturday and Sunday, May 20th and 21st. This event promises to be an incredible experience for the whole family! The faire will feature some of the most talented local artists in the area, showcasing their skills and expertise throughout the stunning gardens.With ceramicist Agnes Noble, photographer Dennie Hahn, watercolorists Cathy Hull, Jai & Jane Kim, Kay Azuma, Keith Richardson, and Teressa Jackson, oil painter Ursula Olsson, glass artist Lynleigh Love, and quiller Jean Zhang all set to participate, you won’t want to miss this…

Join the 2nd Annual Free Helmet Giveaway at The Shops at Mission Viejo

By Greer Wylder

May 17, 2023

The Shops at Mission Viejo is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Free Helmet Giveaway, in partnership with Providence Mission Hospital. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at The Shops at Mission Viejo, specifically in the Center Court on Level 1, near Old Navy. This event aims to promote safe bike riding among children aged two to seventeen. In an effort to reduce bike-related injuries, Providence Mission Hospital's trauma team will generously distribute 500 multi-sport black helmets to children attending the event, while supplies…

Free Tickets to the Innovative Thinkers Forum IV this Friday!

By Greer Wylder

May 01, 2023

Join Team Kids and UCI in empowering the next generation of leaders at the Innovative Thinkers Forum IV this Friday, May 5th! And the best part? Free tickets are available for the virtual or in-person event held at the Cove at UCI from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.The Innovative Thinkers Forum IV will showcase a diverse range of speakers, including entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and business and community leaders, who will share their experiences and insights on how to empower and inspire youth. You can check out the full list of speakers on the Team Kids event website.The event's agenda will include…

Farmhouse Presents New Spring Cocktails, Continues Swig for Selflessness Charity Program

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2023

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens welcomes spring with a new cocktail menu courtesy of lead bartender Corey Levine and his team. The seasonal sips join the weekly Swig for Selflessness offering which features a new cocktail each week and benefits a local charity with 50 percent of proceeds donated.Highlighting the season's freshest produce gathered during Owner & Executive Chef Rich Mead’s weekly trips to the Santa Monica Farmers Market, Corey Levine's seasonally inspired menu toasts to springtime with the most vibrant flavors of the moment utilizing ingredients from local farmers.The three refreshing new cocktails are named after favorite songs by Lenny…