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Press & Moka Coffeehouse Celebrates 2 Years in Irvine with a Party

By Greer Wylder

June 03, 2024

Press and Moka Coffeehouse is celebrating two years in style with an event on Thursday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festivities include live music by The Sonoramics, as well raffles for special prizes, a selection of perfectly mixed mocktails, like a Brown Sugar Mocktini, Mint Mojito Limeade, Matcha Lemon Drop and more, plus $2 select baked goodies (available all month!), and shopping with local boutique vendors, and other fun to be had! Don’t sleep on the European-style casual coffee shop’s regular food and drink menu, with its specialty coffees featuring coffee from Caffè Vergnano, Italy’s oldest roastery,…

Crystal Cove Conservancy Launches Summer with Extensive Programs for All Ages

By Greer Wylder

June 03, 2024

Crystal Cove Conservancy is launching the 2024 summer season with a wide array of programs for all ages, from beach activities to trail adventures. Visitors can look forward to a mix of new and returning programs at Crystal Cove State Park, including extended dates for the popular “The Great Plein Air Art Experience,” now running through October.This summer, dive into hands-on history and nature explorations, art classes, and conservation stewardship. The Conservancy’s summer programs will also be part of the third annual California State Parks Week, from June 12-16, 2024. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at Crystal Cove this…

OC’s Largest Hotel Property, Hilton Anaheim, Celebrates 40 Years with a PARTY!

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2024

Hilton Anaheim’s EPIC 80s-themed 40th Anniversary party will take place at the hotel’s MIX Lounge on Thursday, June 6th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Commemorating its opening in 1984, the event will feature complimentary 80s-inspired bites such as potato skins, meatball sliders, and shrimp cocktail. Specialty cocktails like the WooWoo and Whiskey Business will be available at a cash bar, accompanied by music from the 80s to set the mood. Executive Chef Juan Lopez’s 80s-inspired menu and cocktails will be available throughout the summer.The MIX event is open to the public, and guests are encouraged to wear their best 80s…

Gospel Voices of OC: Sacred Sounds, Soulful Queens

By Greer Wylder

May 29, 2024

Musco Center and Chapman University presentProduced by Debora Wondercheck of Arts & Learning ConservatoryGospel Voices of OC: Sacred Sounds, Soulful QueensSaturday, June 8 at 7 PMFree outdoor concert by Jeff Littleton Jazz Trio at 5 PMJoin Musco Center for an extraordinary event on Saturday, June 8, chronicling the lives of African American artistic masters across choral, dance, band, and theater genres. In its third season, Gospel Voices of OC commemorates June 19, 1865, to present day.This year, the theme is: "Sacred Sounds, Soulful Queens", as they honor women who helped shape artistic history in our nation. Come and experience a Juneteenth…

Vibrant Celebrations of AAPI Heritage Month at Segerstrom Center

By Greer Wylder

April 30, 2024

The Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May with a series of free, vibrant events on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. Featuring an exciting mix of AAPI artists, the month includes dynamic dance classes, live music, film screenings, and family-friendly activities, ensuring entertainment for all ages. Admission is complimentary with a Plaza Pass, available for digital download.All activities take place outdoors, with limited seating available, though guests are welcome to bring folding chairs. Food and drinks are available for purchase, but personal refreshments are allowed with certain restrictions. Warm clothing is…