Greer's OC

With Orange County’s roots in the surf wear and action gear industry, it’s fitting that the Newport Beach Film Fest would lead the country in action sports cinema events. The incredible NBFF Action Sports Film Series screens nineteen films from around the world that tell compelling stories of surfing, stand up paddle surfing, paddle boarding, skateboarding, skiing, snowboarding, motocross and other extreme sports from a historical, physical, and emotional perspective. Highlights of series include the world premiere of “Decade of Dominance” on Saturday at 6:15 p.m. at Regency Lido Theatre directed by OC filmmaker Brent Deal, following paddle board champion Jamie Mitchell on his quest for his tenth consecutive World Championship title, paddling across the 32-mile Ka’iwi Channel from Molokai to Oahu. Following the screening, the Saturday Night Showcase Party at Equinox in Irvine features entertainment, tasty foods from Daphne’s California Greek and hosted bars by Absolut and Stella Artois.
Other world premieres include of Soren Johnstone’s skateboard road trip documentary “Hicks on Sticks” following four skaters and two music bands on an 1800-mile tour through Western Canada with a 5,000-pound portable skateboard park; and the “Crusty 16 - Outback Attack” screening on Friday at 7 p.m. that takes FMX adventures to the extreme, following the Crusty boys through the Australian outback, and “Man and Machine” on Sunday at 3:45 p.m. capturing the challenges of the world of Extreme Enduro competition.
The 2012 Action Sports Film Series Pass is available for $75 and offers an opportunity to see all 19 films in the series. Tickets to individual screenings cost $12. Tickets to the Saturday Night Showcase party at Equinox cost $25 (21 & over).
 
For tickets, passes, schedule, full synopses and trailers visit www.nbffACTION.com or www.NewportBeachFilmFest.com.

Evening of Style

Tonight, Bally Switzerland at South Coast Plaza has partnered with Julia Argyros and “3 Moms on a Mission” to host an Evening of Style – a shopping event from 6 to 8 p.m. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Operation Smile to help provide free surgeries for children around the world suffering from facial deformities. Guests can enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres while learning more about this international children’s medical charity. There will also be a raffle to win an iconic Moritz collection handbag valued at $1295.RSVP at nnielsen@bally.ch.

Bally Switzerland is at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol Ave. in Costa Mesa.

It Works! Wrap Party

Desa Salon in Costa Mesa is throwing an “It Works! Wrap Party” tonight at 7 p.m. The salon is offering an Ultimate Body Applicator (wrap) that claims to give visible results and help you detox in 45 minutes. You just choose an area you want to lose inches from and you will have the opportunity to tone, tighten, firm and have smoother more youthful-looking skin, while reducing the appearance of cellulite for just $25 with just one application. 
There’s also a facial applicator for tightening, hydrating and firming the skin. 
 
Desa Salon is at 1835 Newport Blvd. Suite D256 in Costa Mesa. Call Desa Salon to reserve your spot. 949.645.0311.

Friends and Family Sale!

Consider yourself a friend and family member at Michael Stars store at Fashion Island in Newport Beach Friday to Sunday. Just mention “friends and family” and you’ll save 25% on your entire purchase. Michael Stars carries a complete collection casual couture including women's t shirts and designer tees, as well as tanks, skirts, dresses and camis. Newest arrivals include voile tile flower tunics, peasant tops, and racerback maxi dresses. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. At Fashion Island in Newport Beach. 949.999.0750.

Master Your Style

There are only a few spots left in Style 2020’s Master Class on April 28th. “Masters” within their special fields will provide the tools and coaching necessary to help you be on top of your game at any moment. Topics presented by industry experts include: Personal Branding, Etiquette, Voice & Diction, Makeup & Grooming, Inner Beauty and much more. Don’t miss this great opportunity for fun and self-improvement. Reserve your seat today. 

Lisa Marmorino 949.219.2360 lisa@MySTYLE2020.com