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SoCal’s Premier Garden Show at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

April 23, 2024

The 34th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show takes place over four days, from April 25 to April 28, in the Crate & Barrel/Macy’s Home Store wings of South Coast Plaza. Attendees can explore numerous plant and garden vendors offering a variety of spring gardening essentials. Additionally, they can marvel at eight unique outdoor living spaces designed by top landscape designers from Southern California, in collaboration with home boutiques at South Coast Plaza. A standout feature of this year's show is the Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE exhibit, which showcases fresh floral installations inspired by art and artists.Key highlights of the Southern…

Colorful Kids Fun at The Flower Fields

By Greer Wylder

April 22, 2024

During the final weeks of the season, The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is a haven for children! With the fields officially in full bloom, families can enjoy a vibrant rainbow backdrop for their outings. Here are some springtime highlights tailored for kids:The Monday Special (BOGO): Purchase one adult ticket and receive one child ticket free of charge. This offer is valid on Mondays until the end of the season.Save the Date for Kids Day on May 5th! This special day promises a plethora of activities including bubble making, balloon fun, face painting, and more. The BMX Freestyle Team will…

Experience the Enchantment of Coppélia: A Romantic Comedy Ballet!

By Greer Wylder

April 19, 2024

Experience the enchanting tale of Coppélia, also known as The Girl with the Enamel Eyes, in this heartwarming romantic comedy ballet that promises to captivate audiences of all ages with its humor and charm. Join the FESTIVAL BALLET THEATRE: COPPÉLIA at The Irvine Barclay Theatre on:Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:00 PMSunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00 PMSet in a quaint European village, this beloved ballet follows the story of the eccentric inventor, Doctor Coppélius. Young Franz finds himself enamored by the mysterious girl he spots on the balcony of Doctor Coppélius’s house, unaware that she's actually a doll the…

Tickets Available Now: Dionne Warwick Soka Season Opener!

By Greer Wylder

April 17, 2024

Tickets are officially on sale now for a remarkable night with the six-time GRAMMY® Award winner, Dionne Warwick, as she kicks off the 2024-2025 season at Soka Performing Arts Center. With timeless hits such as "Do You Know the Way to San Jose," "I'll Never Fall in Love Again," "Walk On By," "I Say a Little Prayer," and more, Warwick's soulful voice and captivating stage presence promise to enchant audiences of all generations.Reserve Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 5 PM, for an evening with Warwick's music, a live concert experience with a true legend.Dionne Warwick, a six-time Grammy® Award-winning music…

Earth Day Celebration: Vegan Sushi & Organic Cocktails at Ocean Prime Beverly Hills

By Greer Wylder

April 17, 2024

In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd, Ocean Prime Beverly Hills is hosting a celebration featuring vegan sushi rolls, organic cocktails, plant-based dishes, and more!To commemorate Mother Earth and raise awareness about the environmental impact of overfishing, Ocean Prime Beverly Hills is offering a limited-time vegan sushi roll. This roll consists of a Cucumber-Wrapped Roll filled with organic heirloom carrots, golden beets, daikon sprouts, asparagus, and avocado. It is garnished with baby squash tempura, ramp gremolata, and nori dust, and served with a spring onion ponzu sauce. The vegetables used in the rolls are locally sourced from Vesta Foodservice,…