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Seafolly Opens First U.S. Flagship in Corona del Mar

By Greer Wylder

August 20, 2025

Iconic Australian swimwear brand Seafolly has opened its first U.S. flagship store in Corona del Mar.Located in Corona del Mar Plaza at 932 Avocado Ave., the boutique reflects the brand’s Australian beach heritage that has inspired women since 1975. Known for stylish swimwear and resort pieces, Seafolly has stores across Australia and Singapore and is carried in the U.S. at Everything But Water, Revolve and Nordstrom.Corona del Mar was chosen for its coastal location, vibrant shopping district and proximity to the beach, making it a natural fit for Seafolly’s first American store.Open 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Monday to Sunday. 932 Avocado…

ClubSport Aliso Viejo Debuts Recovery Upgrades and New Friends Membership

By Greer Wylder

August 06, 2025

Renaissance ClubSport in Aliso Viejo, South Orange County’s premier fitness resort and hotel, has completed a major refresh of its Men’s and Women’s recovery areas, just in time for peak summertime fitness and leisure. The upgraded facilities offer club members a new level of comfort and wellness, reinforcing ClubSport’s commitment to recovery, longevity and performance.The redesigned recovery areas feature modern steam rooms, saunas and hot tubs. The new steam rooms support circulation and muscle recovery, while the saunas now include pink Himalayan salt walls known for their detoxifying benefits. The hot tubs remain a popular amenity for soothing sore muscles…

MoonGoat Coffee Roasters Opens Fifth and Largest OC Location at Pacific Arts Plaza

By Greer Wylder

August 01, 2025

MoonGoat Coffee Roasters is opening its biggest and most impressive location yet—and it’s right in the heart of Costa Mesa’s arts and culture district. The new MoonGoat Greenhouse at Pacific Arts Plaza officially opens Wednesday, Aug. 6, with a public celebration starting at 9 a.m. Expect free samples of their award-winning coffee, 20% off everything all day, and gift card giveaways. This is MoonGoat’s fifth Orange County location and their second within an Irvine Company workplace, following last year’s opening at UCI Research Park. The new spot at 3210 Park Center Drive is their largest café to date—with a spacious interior,…

Bubble Blast Brings Summer Fun to The District

By Greer Wylder

August 01, 2025

The District at Tustin Legacy is hosting Bubble Blast on Saturday, Aug. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. It's a high-energy summer celebration for all ages.Families can enjoy bubble stations by BubblePOP, a foamy interactive zone (bring a towel!), live DJ, ocean-themed crafts like Sea Jelly Kaleidoscopes and Nemo Sea Anemone Forests, plus a Baby Shark meet-and-greet.Admission is free. After the fun, explore the shops and dining at The District.More details and a full directory at thedistricttl.com.2437 Park Ave. in Tustin.

A Botanical Bug Spray That Smells Like Summer

By Greer Wylder

July 29, 2025

Say goodbye to bug bites—and that unmistakable bug spray smell.Gudrun Snyder, founder of Chicago’s Moon Rabbit Acupuncture, created a botanical bug repellent that doubles as an elegant eau de parfum. Inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, this functional fragrance blends Chinese herbs and essential oils to keep pests away—without harsh chemicals or synthetic scents.The fresh, gender-neutral mist is crafted with fir needle, grapefruit, lemon eucalyptus, patchouli, sandalwood, jasmine, citronella, rose geranium, orange, vetiver, and Bi Cheng Qie (Litsea Cubeba), all in a base of organic cane alcohol.I tried it at home and in my backyard, and I’m happy to report—it’s keeping…