Greer's OC

Join Lu Lu Boutique in Costa Mesa for a holiday open house and fundraiser to benefit Autism Speaks on Thursday. Save 10% on all clothing, and 10% will be donated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism.

And from 4 to 8 p.m. come for a special trunk show, a silent auction, cocktails and food with 100% proceeds going towards Autism Speaks. Some of sponsors who are providing gift cards and great silent auction items include The Red Balloon, Queen Bee, Promelis Market, Suzie Cakes, CC Roo, Bella Bleu, Templeton Salon, Villa Pilates ,The Nail Lounge,  Recycled with Love, Suzan Jewelry, and Bella Roo.

At Lu Lu you can choose from favorite lines like Alternative, Parker, Allen Allen, Seven Jeans, Quiksilver, Vince, Recycled with Love vintage jewelry, and Suzan handmade Jewelry.

Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 1724 Tustin Ave. in Costa Mesa.949.650.5858.

Art & Wine

During tonight’s Art & Wine Wednesdays at the St. Regis Monarch Beach you can forgo the stuffiness of wine and cheese parties and come as you are from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Wine Cellar for an entertaining and relaxed pairing of wine and art. Daniel Grajewski, expert sommelier at The St. Regis Monarch Beach, and the Linearis Institute will choose up to five fine wines to be paired with the original artwork on display at the resort.

After the event, take time to enjoy the incomparable teaming of acclaimed chef Michael Mina and world-renowned designer Tony Chi withdinner at Stonehill Tavern, The St. Regis’ welcoming neighborhood eatery.

Art & Wine Wednesdays costs $20 per person with a reservation at Stonehill Tavern or $40 per person a la carte. It’s a great way to spend quality time with friends, family or your significant other this holiday season. 

St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa. 1 Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point 949.234.3200.