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Newport Beach Film Festival Kicks Off 25th Anniversary with World Premiere of ‘Old Guy’

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2024

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF) proudly announces the World Premiere of Old Guy as the 2024 Opening Night film on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Regal Edwards Big Newport, followed by an exclusive after party at Fashion Island. Expected to attend the screening are director Simon West and star Christoph Waltz, who will be honored with the 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival Icon Award. The film launches the festival’s 25th edition, which runs from October 17-24. The Avenue is set to release Old Guy in spring 2025.Old Guy, starring Christoph Waltz, Cooper Hoffman, and…

Oktoberfest Menu at Bayside: New for 2024

By Greer Wylder

September 22, 2024

Fall officially arrived, and with it, Bayside in Newport Beach is bringing back its highly anticipated Oktoberfest menu, offering an elevated twist on the autumn celebration.A standout this year is the new "vesper board," an exciting addition to the classic dishes that have made Bayside’s Oktoberfest a hidden gem in Orange County.As always, guests can enjoy live music each evening—though not the traditional oompah bands!NEW FOR 2024: Brotzeit für Gäste (vesper board):Bavarian pretzel, Gruyère & Aged Gouda, Wild Boar & Felino Salami, Cornichons, served with Homemade Spicy MustardKäse Krainer Bratwurst:Emmenthal Cheese infused Smoked Pork Sausage, Sauerkraut, Roasted Potatoes, served with…

Transformative Currents: Where Art Meets Ocean Action at Crystal Cove

By Greer Wylder

September 18, 2024

Crystal Cove Conservancy is excited to announce the upcoming exhibition, Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean, in partnership with Getty's PST ART: Art & Science Collide. Hosted in Crystal Cove’s historic Cottage #46, this exhibition will feature the multimedia installation Mare Liberum, Reimagined (2024) by artists Maja Godlewska and Marek Ranis, on display from September 21, 2024, through January 19, 2025.Mare Liberum, Reimagined blends suspended elements with virtual reality, inviting visitors to navigate a kelp forest maze made of mesh screen paintings, enhanced by VR films. The installation extends to the exterior porch, overlooking the Pacific.Transformative Currents…

Empowering People to Change the World at the 4th Annual Mother Earth Market

By Greer Wylder

September 18, 2024

Anaheim’s historic Packing District, in collaboration with Eco Now, is set to host the fourth annual “Mother Earth Market” (MEM) on Sunday, September 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Farmers Park, 412 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim. This full-day event, dedicated to mindfulness and sustainability, will take place along the park’s scenic boardwalk and green space.MEM serves as a platform to raise awareness, provide resources, and inspire a growing community of individuals who are increasingly mindful of their environmental impact. "We need to shift the focus from blaming corporations and governments to empowering ourselves to make a difference," says…

Paddle Up Pickleball Tournament to Fight Cancer

By Greer Wylder

September 18, 2024

Gear up for a day of pickleball and purpose! The Paddle Up Pickleball Tournament is set for Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach, benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Foundation.Hosted by Marisa Wayne, the youngest daughter of Hollywood icon John Wayne and a passionate pickleball player, this event promises an action-packed day of competition and camaraderie. Marisa, a dedicated member of the club, is eager to unite pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels for this meaningful occasion.“We’re delighted to host this tournament in honor of my father and his legacy. He was a bold…