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Paint and Dine at TRADE Marketplace’s new Paint Nites!

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2022

Irvine’s chef-driven food hall--TRADE Marketplace-- brings you the chance to eat your favorite foods and create a stunning painting with artist and instructor, Alexis Rivera! Join them for a step-by-step Paint Nite class with Master Artist Alexis Rivera! Alexis joins TRADE Marketplace on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month where you will get the chance to create a beautiful masterpiece of your own such as beautiful landscapes, serene starry nights, breathtaking ocean views, or bright and colorful animals! From beginner painters to experts in the craft-- no experience is necessary for this one-of-a-kind class! All supplies will be provided for you, including…

OC Fair’s Imaginology is back in person this weekend with free STEAM fun

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2022

Imaginology returns in person this Saturday and Sunday, April 9-10 at OC Fair & Events Center in Costa Mesa bringing a packed schedule of take-home crafts, science experiments, live performances by local entertainers, youth competitions, and more.The free two-day event gives students a unique opportunity to explore careers and more in the STEAM fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math along with agriculture education. After being canceled in 2020 and going virtual in 2021, this year the family festival returns with activities and entertainment for kids of all ages. Programming includes: Science exploration: Local exhibitors like Compass Charter Schools, YMCA of Orange County,…

Segerstrom Center presents Ballet Folklórico de Mexico

By Greer Wylder

March 28, 2022

Segerstrom Center presents Ballet Folklórico de Mexico founded by Amalia Hernández on Wednesday, March 30 at 8 p.m. in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets are on sale at scfta.org. Ballet Folklórico de México brings together the festive music, swirling dance, and vibrant costumes of Mexican folklore from pre-Colombian civilizations through the modern era. The company, composed of 76 talented folk dancers, has developed choreography for 40 ballets and makes its permanent home at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, one of Mexico City’s most historic venues. For over 6 decades, this acclaimed company has thrilled audiences all over the…

10-Time Tony Award Winning Best Musical The Band’s Visit at Segerstrom Center

By Greer Wylder

March 25, 2022

Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek. It will play at Segerstrom Hall now through April 3, 2022.The Band's Visit is one of four musicals in Broadway history to win the unofficial "Big Six" Tony Awards®, which include Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Actor in a Musical, Best Actress in a Musical, and Best Direction of a Musical.THE BAND’S VISIT tells a joyful, offbeat story of a band of musicians who arrive in a town way off the beaten path. Under the spell of the desert sky,…

Roger’s Gardens Spring Celebration Themed Weekend Events

By Greer Wylder

March 25, 2022

Roger's Gardens is SPRING ready. They are offering Spring Weekend demonstrations through May 8. Learn from their gardening experts how to bring the spring season into your garden and home. Each station will be located throughout the Gardens and Garden Room.Discover the world of nature, gardening, orchids, and indoor plants. Experience viewing artistic garden displays for inspiration. Learn how to rejuvenate your garden by creating a beautiful flowering and bountiful edible garden.Connect with gardening experts and discover specialty plants through weekly live streams. Decorate your home with unique statement pieces. March 26 & 27• Gardening 101: Learn the Basics of Plant Selection and PlantingLearn simple steps on how to plant a garden from start…