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Newport Beach Film Festival October 13-20

By Greer Wylder

October 07, 2022

The Newport Beach Film Festival has announced its Opening Night and Closing Night films. On Thursday, Oct. 13, the Festival will kick off its eight-day run with WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story starring Daniel Radcliffe, Evan Rachel Wood, Rainn Wilson, Toby Huss, Julianne Nicholson, and Quinta Brunson. Fresh from the Toronto International Film Festival, where it generated huge buzz and won the People’s Choice Award in the Midnight Madness category, WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story will screen at 7 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport.A Roku original film, which is available for streaming November 4 on The Roku Channel, WEIRD: The Al…

Protecting Laguna Beach’s Small Town Charm with Measure Q

By Greer Wylder

October 05, 2022

Known the world over for its dramatic coastline, art shows and charming village vibe Laguna Beach welcomes more than 6.5 million visitors a year. Remaining true to its roots is one of the reasons Measure Q will be on the ballot next month. Laguna Beach voters will be asked if they would like the right to vote on significant projects. 22 years ago, Newport Beach residents were asked a similar question with the Greenlight initiative and the answer was a resounding “yes.” Dana Point passed its initiative in 2016. Orange County’s coastal cities face increasing challenges. Built out and in a high…

Celebrate the Fall Cocktail Tour at The District at Tustin Legacy

By Greer Wylder

October 05, 2022

Enjoy the Flavors of the season at the Fall Cocktail Tour at the District at Tustin Legacy in October! The District and OCFoodies.com is celebrating your favorite fall flavors with seasonal-inspired and Halloween-themed cocktails at:Bar LouieCasa Del Sol Cocina MexicanaLucille's Smokehouse BBQLuna Rossa RistorantePrego RestaurantRAKKAN Ramen - newly opened!RA Sushi BarThe Winery RestaurantThe Yellow ChilliZip Korean BBQ - newly opened!Visit thedistricttl.com to find out more and see the amazing drinks offered for a Limited-Time Only through the month of October. Be sure to also ask about their other seasonal plates and desserts. Also mark your calendars for The District’s Family…

Santa Barbara Vintners Festival Returns for 38th Year

By Greer Wylder

October 04, 2022

One of California’s most highly anticipated events, the Santa Barbara Vintners Festival, returns for its 38th year on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. The first wine festival ever held in Santa Barbara County, the Vintners Festival will take place at the Old Mission Santa Inés in Solvang, featuring more than 50 wineries and gourmet offerings from over 20 regional chefs, restaurants, and food producers.Visitors can meet winemakers and winery owners to learn first-hand why Santa Barbara County was named 2021 Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Guests can also enjoy samples of the region’s best…

Discovery Cube’s First-Ever Pumpkin Palooza Festival

By Greer Wylder

October 03, 2022

The not-so-frightful "Pumpkin Palooza" festivities begin on Thursday, Oct. 6, and run through Monday, Oct. 31, with a host of new, spellbinding science activities for kids of all ages. Open Thursday – Sunday, guests should plan for a howling good time as the new festival features some of the most scientifically silly Halloween activities conjured up in the lab, including:The Pumpkin Palooza Dance Party – A 30-minute, interactive dance party that includes a giant 20 ft. projection-mapped DJ named "Jack-o-Lynn" spinning some of today's most popular dance hits.Ride Boo's Bumper Cars – Caution! Little ghosts and goblins will be flying…