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SOMBR Brings Fall Arena Tour to Anaheim’s Honda Center in October

By Greer Wylder

April 13, 2026

Fresh off a standout debut at Coachella, GRAMMY-nominated artist SOMBR has announced his fall North American headline run, You Are the Reason, with a highly anticipated stop in Anaheim.The 37-date tour includes an Orange County date on Oct. 9 at Honda Center, placing Anaheim front and center for local fans. Southern California shows also include Los Angeles and San Diego, but the Anaheim stop stands out as the only Orange County appearance on the tour.The tour will travel through major cities across North America, including a hometown show in New York City at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 23, along…

A Film Festival Putting Neurodivergent Talent Front and Center

By Greer Wylder

April 12, 2026

Blu Star Productions is launching the inaugural Blu Star Film Festival on Saturday, May 2 at The Frida Cinema, with in-person screenings scheduled from 3 to 11 p.m. The festival will also stream online, extending its reach well beyond the theater.The event features the work of eight Southern California production studios made up entirely of neurodivergent adults, many on the autism spectrum. These filmmakers are paid and credited for their work, but their films are often only seen within their own studio communities. This festival changes that, bringing their work to a broader audience in a shared, public setting.Founded by…

A Mother’s Day Gathering with Costa Mesa History

By Greer Wylder

April 08, 2026

The Costa Mesa Historical Society is celebrating its 60th year with a special Mother’s Day brunch and speaker program that brings the community together around the stories that define Costa Mesa.On Sunday, May 10, guests are invited to gather at the Norma Hertzog Community Center for an afternoon featuring local journalist, Greer’s OC founder and author of Born in OC, Greer Wylder.The presentation will highlight the artists, entrepreneurs and visionaries who have shaped Orange County, sharing the kinds of stories that continue to inspire and connect this community.More than a brunch, this is a meaningful way to celebrate mothers, grandmothers…

Spring in Full Bloom at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

April 06, 2026

The 36th annual Southern California Spring Garden Show returns to South Coast Plaza from April 23 to 26, transforming the Crate & Barrel and Macy’s Home Store wings into a lush indoor garden filled with inspiration. It is one of the region’s most anticipated seasonal events, drawing everyone from serious collectors to casual plant lovers.At the center of the show is a striking botanical installation created entirely from natural plant materials by an award-winning Rose Parade float designer. This year’s theme, “Nurtured by Spring,” brings a refined garden setting with sculptural florals and delicate wildlife details. A standout moment is…

Floral Park Home & Garden Tour Returns April 25–26

By Greer Wylder

April 05, 2026

On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026, the Historic Floral Park Neighborhood Association presents the 33rd Annual Floral Park Home & Garden Tour, a beloved spring tradition that celebrates the charm and character of one of Orange County’s most distinctive neighborhoods.Tucked inside Floral Park, often described as Orange County’s “best kept secret,” gracious homes from the 1920s through the 1950s will once again open their doors to visitors. Sunlit porches, gleaming wood floors, and beautifully tended gardens set the scene for a stroll through decades of classic Southern California architecture and design.Beyond the homes, the weekend includes plenty…