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Newport Beach TV Fest Launches June 5-8, 2025

By Greer Wylder

May 14, 2025

The inaugural Newport Beach TV Fest, presented by the Newport Beach Film Festival, will take place June 5–8, 2025, at the historic Lido Theater. The four-day celebration of television will spotlight both rising and established stars through screenings, panel discussions and award presentations.Among this year’s featured events is the Breakout Award Panel, hosted in partnership with Gold Derby on Saturday, June 7. Honorees include Taylor Dearden (The Pitt), Patrick Schwarzenegger (The White Lotus), Brandon Sklenar (1923), Meg Stalter (Hacks), and Chase Sui Wonders (The Studio). The event will feature a panel moderated by Gold Derby Editor-in-Chief Debra Birnbaum.Additional honorees for…

The Ranch at Laguna Beach Introduces Ceramic Collaboration With Isa Carr

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2025

The Ranch at Laguna Beach has launched a special collaboration with local ceramics artist Isa Carr, just in time for the debut of the new spring menu at Harvest.Carr’s handcrafted ceramics—plates, bowls, and more—are now part of the dining experience at Harvest. Inspired by the coastal beauty of Laguna Beach, each piece reflects The Ranch’s commitment to artistry, sustainability and a deep sense of place, honoring the property’s authentic roots and the town’s rich artistic heritage. Carr’s focus on sustainable practices also complements The Ranch’s ongoing green initiatives.The Ranch at Laguna Beach is located at 31106 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach.…

LAWineFest 2025 – Celebrating 20 Years of Wine, Community, and Fun

By Greer Wylder

May 12, 2025

This year’s LAWineFest, taking place May 31 and June 1 along the waterfront at the Harry Bridges Memorial Park in Long Beach, marks two decades of bringing wine lovers together for a weekend of tastings, education, and entertainment, and to celebrate the Fest is celebrating the milestone with tons of incredible opportunities to taste something special, and win incredible prizes. A Greer’s OC pro tip: Snag your VIP Garden tickets for Sunday June 1 to get a chance to experience the super exclusive La Crema Nine Barrel tasting in The Garden. La Crema produces only nine barrels of these incredible wines,…

Bowers Museum Celebrates $500,000 Lead Gift for Terracotta Warriors Exhibition

By Greer Wylder

May 09, 2025

With just four weeks to go before the opening of World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century, Bowers Museum announces a transformational $500,000 gift from Charles and Ling Zhang. Their generous contribution anchors a wave of support for the exhibition, which opens May 24, 2025.Lead support for the exhibition also comes from Southern China Airlines, South Coast Plaza, PNC Bank, East West Bank, the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation, and Huaxie Int’l Fine Art Freight Service Co., Ltd.Curated by Bowers Chief Curator Dr. Tianlong Jiao, World of the Terracotta Warriors features…

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Wild Strawberry Café in Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

May 09, 2025

Wild Strawberry Café invites the community to celebrate Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Newport Beach café located at 240 Newport Center Drive, Suite 100.The café will host a festive celebration with live music by Jerome Dean, great food, and a complimentary mimosa for all moms. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy quality time with loved ones in a warm and welcoming setting.Congratulations are also in order for Milena, daughter of founders Natasha and Alex, who recently celebrated the grand opening of Wild Strawberry Café in Laguna Beach. Located in the former…