This spring, the Orange County Museum of Art presents 100 Pounds of Clay, an interactive installation by sculptor Charles Long (b. 1958). Originally presented at OCMA in 2001 and brought back again in 2006, this popular artwork begins its life as a minimalist sculpture made up of 100 one-pound blocks of perfectly formed, brightly-hued modeling clay, and subsequently evolves through sculptures created by museum visitors. Visitors are invited to mold, sculpt, and play with the blocks of clay, obliterating the “don’t touch” taboo of museum artwork.

In this work Long reconsiders the modernist tradition of art by engaging museum visitors to shape the clay, which Long considers a representative material of childhood play. As each block of clay collects the imprint of every gesture, it becomes both a visual and a physical record of human contact. Museum staff provide yet another element: as the pristine blocks are transformed into sculptural forms, the staff is instructed to replenish the work with fresh blocks here and there. When the installation is over, the molded clay will be recycled and made into a new work by the artist.

Featuring more than 150 works primarily from the Orange County Museum of Art’s significant collection of photography, 15 Minutes of Fame: Portraits from Ansel Adams to Andy Warhol explores a diverse range of portraits from early modernism through contemporary practices. Since the beginning of photography, portraits have captured the well-known as well as the anonymous. With a title that refers to Andy Warhol’s famous prediction that everyone can have their own “15 minutes of fame,” this exhibition includes early modern portraits, photographs of artists and celebrities from the 1930s to the 1960s, photojournalistic images from the 1960s, and contemporary portraiture such as the landmark photographic portfolios Women are Beautiful (c. 1960–1970) by Garry Winogrand and Tulsa (1980) by Larry Clark. In conjunction with this exhibition, a participatory installation: Photo Op will be installed in where visitors can take and post photographs of themselves in the gallery, becoming an extension of the exhibition.

During the past decade, the Orange County Museum of Art has significantly expanded its collection with 430 major works by regional, national, and international artists. New Art for a New Century: Contemporary Acquisitions 2000–2010 highlights 75 of these acquisitions including drawings, paintings, sculpture, video, and installations. The exhibition focuses on a broad range of contemporary work from the last decade including a significant number of works from the museum’s biennials that build upon OCMA’s history as a leading collector of emerging talent. In an adjoining space, Feedback offers visitors the opportunity to express their own thoughts about specific works in the exhibition. Selected visitor commentary may be posted at the museum and on the website.

Explore the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at "Grassology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" at Taco Bell Discovery Science Center in the summer of 2010.

There's no limit to what you can do when you use teamwork and creativity in "Tinkertoy: Build Your Imagination," a traveling exhibit based on the classic building toy adored by generations of children.  The exhibit features Tikertoy in educational and fun activities inspired by GE's successful "Education at work" campaign -- showing how innovation can positively influence everyday life and reate solutions to real work challenges.  Children will be immersed in creative exhibit environments where they can experiment with design, architecture and engingeering, including the design studio, power plant, machine stop, think tank and more!

The following are projected store openings and closures at South Coast Plaza:

August 3 - Estimated re-opening of newly-remodeled store: Stuart Weitzman
August 15 - Estimated temporary store closing for remodel: Anne Fontaine
August 15 - Estimated re-opening of newly-remodeled store: Swarovski
August 30 - Estimated restaurant opening: Seasons 52
September 1 -Estimated store opening: Catimini
September 1 - Estimated re-opening of newly remodeled store: Dior
September 10 - Estimated re-opening of newly remodeled store: Jimmy Choo
September 27 - Estimated restaurant opening: Capital Grille
October 15 - Estimated re-opening of newly-remodeled store: Anne Fontaine
October 20 - Estimated re-opening of newly remodeled store: Banana Republic Men's
December 1 - Estimated seasonal store closing: Emmo Home Store
December 31 - Estimated seasonal store closing: Surf Heritage Museum
December 31 - Estimated store closing: Calvin Klein

Swirl, sip and socialize, while shopping what's easily the best deal in wine at Next Vintage Wine Shop's CP Cellar Sale. One Saturday each month, Next Vintage will offer our favorite cellar selections at a deep discount! Guests will be treated to tastes of many of the wines and artisan cheeses, while sommeliers advise and assist shoppers in their selections.

Whether you're a seasoned wine veteran or novice, this not-to-be-missed event is your chance to learn, experience and try new wines at incredible prices – all part of Charlie Palmer's commitment to wine, at our table or yours.

CP CELLAR SALE CALENDAR:

Saturday, August 21
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 18
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 9
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

KITCHEN TECHNIQUE COOKING CLASS SCHEDULE

Executive Chef Amar Santana and special guests share their expertise on essential kitchen techniques to help enhance your own kitchen life. Classes take place in Bloomingdale's Culinary Kitchen, followed by a 3-course meal at Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's.

$75 PER PERSON
(INCLUDES CLASS AND 3-COURSE MEAL) FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL 714.352.2525

*On Saturday classes, the popular CP Cellar Sales take place after the meal.

August 21
11:00 a.m.
"It's a sweet life"
Megan Romano and Amar Santana
Salt meets sugar when Chef Amar Santana and Pastry Chef Megan Romano collaborate on desserts from her new book.
 
September 16
5:30 p.m.
"We're all about entertaining"
Amar Santana and Eryck Chairez
 Join us for a demonstration on how to get it together at home followed by hors d'œuvre and cocktails.
 
October 9
11:00 a.m.
"The OC"
Culinary Litterati
Cathy Thomas and Amar Santana
Recipes from Cathy's new book combined with chef Amar Santana's signature dishes.
 

The ninth-annual Festival of Children is a month-long celebration of the wonders of childhood with activiites, celebrity appearances, workshops, performances and fun for kids of all ages. Over 80 children's charities participate. 714.435.3286

The 9th annual Festival of Children is a month-long celebration of the wonders of childhood with activities, celebrity appearances, workshops, performances and fun for kids of all ages. Over 80 children's charities participate.

Like many (if not all) of George Bernard Shaw’s plays, Misalliance is about upper class hypocrisy, with the addition of parent-child relationships, love, marriage and politics.  This elegant production is for everyone, middle school and above, although with a running time of more than two hours (every minute witty and wonderful), young people with short attentions spans could get antsy.  But they will be able to identify with Hypatia, who is bored with the talk, talk, talk of her elders and ready for something exciting to happen, and they’ll be amazed when it does!

SCR and GBS—a relationship that has wowed theatre audiences with stellar productions and countless awards.  Now the fun begins anew, and Shaw is at his mischievous best, turning his sharp wit to the relationship between parents and children.  While the elders argue ideas and morals, the younger generation longs for action, adventure, love and independence.  Especially Hypatia, who is tired of all the talk and ready for something to happen.  Finally it does!

As Southern California’s premier action sports resource, Active Ride Shop has conquered the worlds of skate, surf, and snow. VanIsh Marketing & Events has set the stage at Sutra Lounge in Costa Mesa for a high-energy fashion show highlighting the fashions behind Active’s overt popularity. Ride, walk, skate, or luge down to one of Orange County’s most revered nightlife venues Friday, September 10th to discover fun, bold additions to your wardrobe. Show starts at 10pm sharp.

Enjoy great food provided by top Orange County Restaurants at south Coast Plaza Village. Hosted by LearnAboutWine.com, you'll be able to taste over 40 great wines and micro brews with the owners, winemakers and brewers.

For the past decade, the Honda Civic Tour has provided millions of fans with a "must-see" concert experience that will continue this year with headliner Paramore. Support artists include critically adored, crowd-pleasing pop rock band Tegan and Sara, as well as two other acts to be announced.

Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

AIA Orange County annual celebration acknowledges exemplary development and planning projects in Orange County by honoring the very best in urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, planning and environmental design throughout Orange County. The exhibit will be on level two between Jewel Court and the Saks Wing.

The Macy's Men Store at South Coast Plaza is hosting a Men's Designer Shopping event that will feature informal modeling along with music or a DJ, refreshments plus a shopping incentive.

Horizon Pregnancy Center presents a family-friendly event featuring Comedian Kerri Pomarolli

Pomarolli regularly makes television appearances on ABC Family, FOX, Comedy Central, Lifetime, Hallmark Channel, Oxygen, and many more.  She has become one of the most sought-after clean comedians and inspirational speakers.

 

General Admission
$20 pre-sale, $25 at the door
Free parking
Coffee and light snacks
Laughs begin promptly at 6:30pm
at Golden West College Theater
15751 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach 92647
GWT is located on campus at the intersection of Gothard St. and Center Ave. (across from Del Taco)
 

Help support Horizon Pregnancy Center and become a Life Saver
 

To order tickets call 714.442.9699 or visit www.horizonpc.org/happening.html
 

Horizon offers crisis pregnancy support, life-affirming options counseling, medical referrals, and educational programs.

Orchid vendors will exhibit and sell thousands of exotic orchids and orchid-growing supplies, while local growing experts will give free lectures on orchid growing. For a non-profit organization. Admission and parking are free.

Cruisin' For A Cure -- 11th Annual Show
OC Fair & Events Center, Costa Mesa CA
The World's largest one day charity car show Supporting CITY of HOPE's Prostate Cancer Program

Visit their website for up-to-date information as the event gets closer.

Orchid vendors will exhibit and sell thousands of exotic orchids and orchid-growing supplies, while local orchid experts will give free lectures on orchid growing. The two-day event is sponsored by South Coast Plaza for the non-profit Fasination of Orchirds organization. Admission and parking is free! Located at South Coast Plaza Village. 949.735.2390

Broadway’s latest mega-hit is set in the Victorian era, just before its corseted women shed their inhibitions.  A new electric invention has been introduced to the medical world.  Dr. Givings, one of its early champions, marvels at the effect it has on patients suffering from “female hysteria,” while in the adjoining room, his own wife yearns for another kind of intimacy.  This funny, tender and illuminating play has generated excitement from East Coast to West.