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Roger’s Gardens Celebrates 50 Years with Halloween Boutique, Midnight Market

By Greer Wylder

September 08, 2025

Roger’s Gardens is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the return of its legendary Halloween Boutique, one of the most anticipated seasonal events in Southern California. Drawing more than 100,000 visitors each year, the boutique transforms the store into an immersive, theatrical shopping destination filled with collectible décor and seasonal treasures.This year’s theme, Midnight Market, is brought to life by Head Merchant Hedda Staines, Holiday & Home Décor Buyer Crystal Pittman, and the visual merchandising team. Together they’ve created seven vignettes that capture the spirit of a mysterious after-dark bazaar, where enchanting botanicals, eerie curiosities, and hauntingly beautiful décor invite guests…

Celebrate California Wine Month at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

By Greer Wylder

August 26, 2025

This September, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa in Temecula is celebrating California Wine Month with a lineup of harvest-inspired events. Guests can look forward to grape stomping competitions, family-friendly fall activities, an intimate winemaker’s dinner, and live concerts in the Vintner’s Garden.The season kicks off Saturday, Sept. 13, with the Harvest Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free to attend, the festival features live music, tractor rides, a kids’ craft table, lawn games, fall photo ops, and food and drinks for purchase. That afternoon, the Annual Grape Stomp invites guests 21 and older to compete in stomping freshly…

Musco Center Hosts Free Heartbeat of Mexico Festival Sept. 14

By Greer Wylder

August 26, 2025

Musco Center for the Arts will present its annual Heartbeat of Mexico festival on Sunday, Sept. 14, starting at 12 p.m. The free family-friendly event celebrates the vibrancy of Mexican and Mexican American culture through live music, traditional dance, and community pride.Now in its eighth year, the festival brings together thousands of attendees to enjoy performances across two stages, including Aztec dancers, mariachi ensembles, and more. With a day full of art, culture, and entertainment, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.Admission is free, but advance registration is required.For tickets and more information, visit muscocenter.org.

Rufus Wainwright Brings Solo Tour to Musco Center Sept. 12

By Greer Wylder

August 24, 2025

Musco Center for the Arts welcomes Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright to its stage Friday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. as part of his Going to a Town Solo Tour 2025.Hailed by The New York Times for his “genuine originality,” Wainwright is widely recognized as one of the most distinctive vocalists, songwriters, and composers of his generation. Known for his rich, emotive voice and genre-defying compositions, the New York-born, Montreal-raised artist has collaborated with legends including Elton John, Billy Joel, and Miley Cyrus.The Going to a Town Solo tour highlights Wainwright’s artistic evolution and marks a return to the stage with…

Cozy Earth Hosts Exclusive In-Store Promotion

By Greer Wylder

August 20, 2025

Cozy Earth is offering shoppers an exclusive in-store promotion from Friday, Aug. 22, through Sunday, Aug. 24, at its Brentwood and Corona del Mar storefronts.• Extra 10% off all purchases• Automatic entry into a $1,000 shopping spree drawing with every purchase• Free gift with purchases over $50The new Corona del Mar location is designed to be a sanctuary of softness, serenity and elevated essentials, showcasing the full range of Cozy Earth's luxury bedding, apparel, bath and home offerings.Cozy Earth Corona del Mar3600 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625Hours: Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. | Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.Cozy Earth Brentwood256…