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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…

Erik Nelsen’s Summer Camps Are Back!

By Greer Wylder

May 03, 2024

The days are getting longer; the beach is heating up and the school year is almost done. Do you have summer plans for your kids?Why not send them to one of Erik Nelsen’s all-day beach camps? Erik Nelsen, a renowned local surfer, has been running his programs for 38 years and is the #1 youth beach camp in Orange County. Choose from three unique programs: Erik Nelsen Surf Camps, 15th Street Beach & Bay Sports, or Ocean Adventure Programs. Not only will your child learn how to ride waves in a safe environment, but they will also learn about ocean safety and awareness,…

Laguna Art Museum Showcases ‘Reflections of Resilience’

By Greer Wylder

April 22, 2024

The Laguna Art Museum is excited to present "Reflections of Resilience," an exhibition available now through August 25, 2024. This showcase features the extraordinary works of the 2024 Master of Fine Art graduates from Laguna College of Art+Design (LCAD), marking the zenith of their educational and artistic pursuits. It highlights their exceptional dedication, creativity, and distinctiveness. These artists have refined their abilities at LCAD, blending traditional techniques with modern perspectives to create art that is both impactful and memorable.The exhibition spotlights emerging artists Cara Baxter, Jason Dowd, Amber Foote, Sara Khakpour, Ryanne Phillips, Janaise Sanchez, Eric Theodore, and Kevin Yaun. Their…

OCSA Foundation Gala 2024: New York State of Mind

By Greer Wylder

April 15, 2024

Experience a dazzling night at the Orange County School of the Arts’ Gala 2024: New York State of Mind, the premier fundraising event of the year! The evening promises an authentic slice of the Big Apple, complete with food, drinks, and spectacular live performances by talented students. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, located at 21500 Pacific Coast Highway.The event will start with a vibrant cocktail reception that captures the essence of a bustling downtown NYC street. Guests can enjoy a virtual auction featuring unique items, alongside signature…

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Plants & Gardens on Set: Nelson Coates Talks Film Design at Sherman Gardens

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2024

Sherman Library & Gardens invites you to an evening lecture featuring Nelson Coates, a distinguished production designer for film and television, on Tuesday, April 16th at 7 p.m. This event will shine a light on the significant role of plants and gardens in film, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of set designs for acclaimed TV shows such as The Morning Show, and blockbuster movies like "Crazy Rich Asians" and "In the Heights." Don't miss this opportunity to gain unique insights into nature and narrative in cinematic storytelling.Outside the realm of screen, Coates, who resides in Laguna Beach, also…