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Steel Magnolias Hosts Sleigh on the Bay

By Greer Wylder

November 23, 2022

Steel Magnolias, an all-volunteer Long Beach-based organization whose main recipient is the Stramski Children’s Developmental Center at Millers Children’s and Women’s Hospital, will host “Sleigh on the Bay” private dining experiences on November 25-December 23 at 6 p.m. The private five-course wine pairing dinner hosted alfresco at the canal-front home of the Gesner family is $500 for four guests or $1000 for eight guests including a holiday Duffy boat ride through Naples Island. Only 17 spots are available – reservations can be made by calling 562.243.3858. Credit cards are welcome, and net proceeds benefit children with special needs. Included is a five-course dinner…

Celebrate the 32nd Annual Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

By Greer Wylder

November 23, 2022

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort will kick off the holiday season with the 32nd Annual Lighting of the Bay opening night celebration featuring a full schedule of festivities on Friday, November 25 from 4-9 p.m. The resort’s nightly bay lighting will continue through New Year’s Day. On opening night enjoy live musical performances, stocking decorating, holiday photo booths, and more. Santa will take center stage at dusk as he flips the magic switch to illuminate the bay with more than fifty floating holiday decorations and Christmas trees. Once the bay is aglow, children will have the opportunity to meet and take photos with…

TRADE Marketplace’s Friendsgiving Night!

By Greer Wylder

November 18, 2022

Gather up your friends and spend your Friendsgiving with us at TRADE Marketplace for TRADE’s FIRST-EVER Friendsgiving Night! Guests can head to TRADE Marketplace on Tuesday, November 22nd from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. to enjoy TRADE’s selection of fall favorite dishes and enjoy live holiday music from David Spitzfaden and The Power Trio! David Spitzfaden and The Power Trio is a talented band known for their mix of blues, rock, R&B, funk, jazz, and Americana. Now, David & The Power Trio are back to perform for the third time at TRADE Marketplace and celebrate the holidays with TRADE’s friends and…

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David Foster and Katharine McPhee Foster Fundraiser Concert in OC

By Greer Wylder

November 18, 2022

On Sunday, December 11, The Gray Academy is hosting a festive holiday fundraiser at the Hyatt Newport Beach with cocktail hour, local vendors, plus performances by musical guests David Foster and Katharine McPhee Foster! The event starts at 4 p.m. with a cocktail hour and holiday boutique with jewelry from Mama Bijoux, Backhouse candles, Skout Interior Design, and more! Next, you’ll enjoy an intimate musical performance by David Foster and Katharine McPhee Foster, featuring tunes from their upcoming holiday album.This event is in support of Orange County families working to bring the wonderful program at The Gray Academy — a school in…

Oceanfront Thanksgiving Brunch at The Waterfront Beach Resort

By Greer Wylder

November 18, 2022

Give thanks for a picturesque Coastal Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet at The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, November 24. The oceanfront setting is the ideal location to indulge in a gracious selection of delicious comfort food while enjoying a complimentary glass of Fall Spice-Infused Bourbon Fashioned or Pumpkin Pie Mimosa. The whole family will enjoy steel drum soloist, The Island Groove, along with a beachside DJ, balloon twisting, airbrush painting, petting zoo, and traveling magician.PRICING & RESERVATIONS: The price for The Waterfront Beach Resort’s Thanksgiving Brunch is $129 for adults and $69 for children 12 and under (prices…