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Two Upcoming Workshops at the Environmental Nature Center

By Greer Wylder

March 19, 2026

The Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach is offering two engaging workshops this month designed to connect the community with food, nature and the local landscape.Outdoor Cooking with Chef CorsoMarch 24 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.Chef Corso, a classically trained chef and host of the Outdoor Eats TV series, will lead a lively cooking workshop focused on preparing great meals outdoors using simple gear and fresh ingredients.During the demonstration, Corso will cover camp stove basics, smart meal planning and grocery strategies that make outdoor cooking easier and more enjoyable. Guests will watch several trail-tested recipes come together and enjoy tastings…

What to Know About Medicare for You or Someone You Care About

By Greer Wylder

March 18, 2026

Even if Medicare feels far off for you personally, chances are it is very relevant for someone in your life. A parent, relative, neighbor or close friend may be approaching 65, retiring or trying to make sense of health care options during a major life transition.Medicare can be confusing. There are different parts, enrollment windows, deadlines and choices that can affect coverage and costs for years to come. Missing an enrollment period or making the wrong assumption can lead to late penalties or gaps in coverage. That is why it helps to learn the basics before a birthday or retirement date…

What to Know About Medicare Before 65—Signing Up for Medicare

By Greer Wylder

March 13, 2026

Signing up for Medicare is an important step in making sure you have the right health coverage at the right time as you approach age 65 or plan for retirement.If you are already receiving Social Security benefits, you will be automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B starting the month you turn 65. If you need to delay Part B, you must actively decline that coverage.If you are not receiving Social Security, you will need to sign up for Medicare on your own, and you can begin the process three months before your 65th birthday during your Initial…

Pure Barre Orange County Celebrates 17 Years With Free Classes and Community Giveaways

By Greer Wylder

March 11, 2026

Pure Barre Orange County Celebrates 17 Years With Free Classes and Community Giveaways Pure Barre Orange County is celebrating 17 years of bringing the popular barre workout to the local community with a day of free classes, wellness experiences and giveaways on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Owned by Monica Grubin, the women-owned business has grown into a strong fitness community with studios in Irvine, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo and Huntington Beach. To mark the anniversary, all four studios will host complimentary classes from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests who take a class can enter raffles featuring prizes from local and…

Sky Rock Sedona Makes an Easy Weekend Escape From Orange County

By Greer Wylder

March 11, 2026

If a quick reset is calling, Sky Rock Sedona is an easy option for an off-the-grid style getaway that does not require a long-haul flight or complicated planning. Just a short flight or a manageable drive from Orange County, the modern, 109-room boutique hotel is a great choice for a long weekend trip or staycation with a change of scenery.Sky Rock Sedona, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, debuted in March 2024 following a full property reimagining. The hotel blends contemporary design with Sedona’s natural beauty and spiritual energy, creating a place that works just as well for outdoor adventure…