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Easter Brunch, Egg Hunts and More at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach

By Greer Wylder

April 09, 2025

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, one of Orange County’s most beloved oceanfront resorts, just announced its Easter Sunday programming—an ideal mix of celebration, relaxation, and family fun as spring days grow longer and sunnier.Easter Sunday, April 20Easter Egg Hunt: Children can join in the fun with three egg hunts scheduled throughout the day at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m.Easter Brunch: A bountiful brunch will be served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lighthouse Courtyard and expansive Huntington Ballroom, both offering ocean views. The menu includes made-to-order omelets, French toast, a raw bar, poke station, ham carving station,…

Spring Fun in Full Bloom at 2ND & PCH

By Greer Wylder

April 08, 2025

2ND & PCH in Long Beach invites the community to enjoy a fun-filled month of events this April. The premier waterfront destination is hosting everything from seasonal family activities and lively cultural celebrations to shopping events and social dance nights—offering something for all ages to enjoy.Bunnyville Photos return on select days throughout the month. Families can take Easter-themed photos with the Easter Bunny, perfect for capturing springtime memories. Bunnyville will also offer a Silent Bunny session on Sunday, April 13 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., designed for guests who prefer a sensory-friendly environment. Photo packages will be available for purchase.Families…

Pacific Symphony Premieres Wagner’s “Das Rheingold” in St.Clair’s Final Season

By Greer Wylder

April 06, 2025

Under Music Director Carl St.Clair—one of today’s leading Wagner interpreters—Pacific Symphony presents Richard Wagner’s “Das Rheingold” for the first time. These landmark performances (April 10, 13, and 15) mark a historic moment in St.Clair’s farewell season after 35 years of artistic leadership.The first opera in Wagner’s epic “Ring” Cycle, “Das Rheingold” will be semi-staged with an orchestra, world-class singers, video elements, costumes, and props. Sung in German with English supertitles, the opera’s story—an inspiration for The Lord of the Rings—unfolds in a mythic world of gods, Rhinemaidens, and a stolen ring of immense power.St.Clair previously conducted the full “Ring” Cycle…

Book Club with Bruce Cook Featuring Born in OC Rescheduled for April 10

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2025

The Balboa Island Museum in Newport Beach is hosting its first-ever Book Club event, now rescheduled for Wednesday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. Emmy Award-nominated writer and producer Bruce Cook will moderate the evening and lead a conversation with me about my new book, Born in OC: The Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Visionaries of Orange County, California.Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are $20 for museum members and $25 for non-members. RSVP by calling 949-675-3952.Born in OC goes beyond Orange County’s reputation for surf and reality TV to shine a light on the creativity, innovation and diversity that define this community.…

NOBLE Wine & Dine Weekend Returns to Newport Beach April 12–13

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2025

NOBLEMAN Magazine founders Doug and Lydia McLaughlin present the third annual NOBLE Wine & Dine Weekend, returning April 12–13, 2025, to the Pendry Newport Beach. This two-day culinary celebration brings together world-class chefs, premium wines, and star power—set against the coastal beauty of Newport Beach.This year’s event will honor legendary chef Wolfgang Puck as NOBLEMAN Magazine’s “Chef of the Year.” He’ll lead a roster of top culinary talent including Riley Huddleston (The Mayor’s Table at Lido House), Jessica Roy (608 Dahlia), and Ben Martinek (Pendry Newport Beach) in a weekend of elevated dining experiences. Guests can also enjoy over 11…