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Honor and Celebration: Veterans Day at the Queen Mary

By Greer Wylder

November 06, 2024

This Veterans Day, the iconic Queen Mary in Long Beach will honor the nation's heroes with a day of celebration dedicated exclusively to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families, offering free admission on Monday, November 11, from 10 AM to 6 PM. The ship will host special programming and family-friendly activities to commemorate and celebrate their service.Attendees can enjoy exclusive meet-and-greets with the ship’s Captain and officers, craft letters for active troops, participate in arts and crafts, and listen to inspiring stories from fellow veterans. The day’s patriotic activities will include Game Time with the USO Girls, along with…

Sixth Annual Coast Film & Music Festival November 9-17

By Greer Wylder

November 04, 2024

The Coast Film & Music Festival (CFMF) has announced its 2024 lineup, featuring 15 feature films and 53 shorts, categorized thematically. The festival will run from November 9 to 17 across four venues in Laguna Beach: Rivian South Coast Theater, Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center, and Hobie Surf Shop Laguna Beach. Opening Night will present "Porcelain War," an award-winning documentary by Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev, accompanied by a live performance from Ukrainian pianist Leyena Antonyicq. The film explores the experiences of Ukrainian artists who remain in their homeland amidst conflict, balancing their…

Comedy for a Cause: Bryan Callen Leads Non-Profit Event for Medically Fragile Children

By Greer Wylder

November 04, 2024

The Gray Academy Orange County and The Charlotte & Gwenyth Gray Foundation to Cure Batten Disease welcome the Orange County community and supporters across Southern California to "Comedy for a Cause," a special event featuring comedian Bryan Callen. Join the fun on November 17 at the Irvine Improv, with doors opening at 12:00 PM and the 21+ show starting at 1:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at improv.com/irvine.This is the second annual holiday kick-off fundraiser supporting children with complex medical needs, including rare neurological disorders. The inaugural event in December 2022, headlined by David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the…

Born in OC: My First Book on Orange County’s Visionaries

By Greer Wylder

November 01, 2024

I'm excited to announce that my debut book, Born in OC: The Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Visionaries of Orange County, California, is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and at booksellers nationwide!This 404-page exploration introduces readers to 50 extraordinary individuals whose stories highlight the culture, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit that define Orange County. From Steve Van Doren of Vans to bestselling author Dean Koontz, each profile showcases how these visionaries have made an impact both locally and globally.Featuring original portraits and a stunning cover designed by my son, graphic designer Matthew Lobdell, Born in OC celebrates the legacy and influence…

Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall – Together Onstage in Orange County

By Greer Wylder

November 01, 2024

The concert stage at Soka Performing Arts Center will come alive with the combined talents of two of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of our time, Shawn Colvin and KT Tunstall on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 8 PM. It promises to be a night to remember, blending the raw, soulful artistry of Colvin and Tunstall for an electrifying musical experience.Shawn Colvin is a multiple GRAMMY® Award-winner with 14 albums to her name. Her entry into the music world was nothing short of remarkable, with her debut album Steady On earning the GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 1989. Over…