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Irvine Barclay Theatre Hosts USAF Band of the Golden West

By Greer Wylder

May 19, 2023

The esteemed USAF (United States Air Force) Band of the Golden West returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre on Monday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m. as a part of its West Coast tour to build community and celebrate our country. This year’s performance will honor the late General William Lyon, as 2023 would have been the Southern California native’s 100th birthday.The concert will begin with a salute to our local veterans, inviting all in attendance to stand and be acknowledged. The renowned band will feature 60 of its Airmen-musicians performing patriotic favorites, and a video about General Lyon, created by the Lyon Air…

Celebrate Summer in Style at Balboa Bay Resort’s Newport Beach Wine Festival

By Greer Wylder

May 19, 2023

As the summer season approaches, Balboa Bay Resort is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the Newport Beach Wine Festival. This Memorial Day weekend, guests are invited to indulge in three days of exquisite wines, delicious bites, live music, and stunning waterfront views at the luxurious coastal retreat. After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, last year's festival saw over 500 attendees, and this year promises to be even more memorable.The extravaganza kicks off on Friday, May 26 at 6 p.m. with an exclusive dinner and reception featuring Duckhorn Winery, the renowned Napa Valley winery celebrated for…

Spring Garden Art Faire at Sherman Library & Gardens

By Greer Wylder

May 17, 2023

Sherman Library & Gardens is gearing up for an exciting two-day Spring Garden Art Faire on Saturday and Sunday, May 20th and 21st. This event promises to be an incredible experience for the whole family! The faire will feature some of the most talented local artists in the area, showcasing their skills and expertise throughout the stunning gardens.With ceramicist Agnes Noble, photographer Dennie Hahn, watercolorists Cathy Hull, Jai & Jane Kim, Kay Azuma, Keith Richardson, and Teressa Jackson, oil painter Ursula Olsson, glass artist Lynleigh Love, and quiller Jean Zhang all set to participate, you won’t want to miss this…

Join the 2nd Annual Free Helmet Giveaway at The Shops at Mission Viejo

By Greer Wylder

May 17, 2023

The Shops at Mission Viejo is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Free Helmet Giveaway, in partnership with Providence Mission Hospital. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at The Shops at Mission Viejo, specifically in the Center Court on Level 1, near Old Navy. This event aims to promote safe bike riding among children aged two to seventeen. In an effort to reduce bike-related injuries, Providence Mission Hospital's trauma team will generously distribute 500 multi-sport black helmets to children attending the event, while supplies…

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Chicago Opens Tomorrow Night for 1 Week Only

By Greer Wylder

May 15, 2023

CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN, and after 25 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show-stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. CHICAGO is celebrating its 25th Anniversary Tour that arrives May 16-21, 2023 for eight performances only at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. The cast of CHICAGO features Katie Frieden as Roxie Hart, Logan Floyd as Velma Kelly, Jeff Brooks as Billy Flynn, Christina Wells as Matron “Mama” Morton, Brian Kalinowski as Amos Hart and G.A. James as Mary Sunshine. The…