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Big Changes Underway at Eclectic LAB Anti-Mall

By Greer Wylder

February 07, 2025

The LAB Anti-Mall, celebrating over 30 years at its Bristol Street location in South Coast Metro, is gearing up for exciting changes. As of February 1, its longtime anchor tenant, Urban Outfitters, has departed the property, making way for renovations that will welcome new tenants.Linda Sadeghi, original owner, shared:"When we sought Urban as our anchor many years ago, it was for their first store in OC, and they were privately owned. Thirty years later, they are now an international public conglomerate with over 700 stores worldwide. No longer quite the 'local entrepreneur' that we built our business to support."(Note: The…

Bring Your Podcast and Video Content to Life at Sunset 17 Studio

By Greer Wylder

February 06, 2025

Have you ever thought about starting a podcast or creating professional video content for your business but don’t have the time or energy to deal with editing, sound quality, lighting, and production? That’s where Sunset 17 Studio in Costa Mesa comes in.This full-service studio has everything you need under one roof to make content creation easy. Whether you're launching a new podcast or looking to enhance your existing one, Sunset 17 can develop a customized content strategy to help grow your business and strengthen your brand.If you're ready to start a podcast—or take an existing one to the next level—Sunset…

Women’s Wellness Retreat

By Greer Wylder

February 05, 2025

An afternoon dedicated to relaxation and renewal is coming to Lake Mission Viejo Clubhouse on Sunday, March 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. This special retreat, guided by Marlene Hutchinson, is designed to help you unwind, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.The experience begins with a calming meditation, followed by a gentle yoga session to ease the body and mind. Afterward, enjoy an aromatic tea ceremony before settling into the deeply soothing vibrations of a crystal bowl sound bath.Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, towel, or blanket, along with water and snacks. A cozy blanket and any personal props…

Boots & I-Do’s: A Bridal Market at Swanner House

By Greer Wylder

January 27, 2025

You're invited to Boots & I-Do’s, a bridal market designed for brides, grooms, friends, and family to sip, shop, and celebrate.The event takes place on Saturday, February 8th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Swanner House in San Juan Capistrano. Hosted by After The Tone and Swanner House, this market offers an opportunity to explore top wedding vendors, enjoy drinks and snacks, listen to live music, and shop from local artisans. Guests will also have access to exclusive market prices and venue tours.Featured vendors include After The Tone, Azazie, Beach Gypsy Classics, Beyond Dalliance, Bottles & Blooms, and Ballpoint…

E20 Training Brings Cutting-Edge Fitness to Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

January 24, 2025

E20 Training just opened in Costa Mesa, offering a groundbreaking approach to fitness and recovery. One of the first boutique wellness studios to combine Electro-Muscular Stimulation (EMS) technology with personalized workouts, E20 provides a time-efficient way to build strength, enhance recovery, and improve overall well-being. Whether you're a high-level athlete or someone dealing with musculoskeletal challenges, E20 makes advanced training and recovery more accessible than ever.Backed by experts in the field, E20’s 20-minute sessions use EMS technology to stimulate up to 90% of muscle fibers—delivering results comparable to hours of traditional strength training. In addition to EMS, they offer red light…