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STOMPing Grounds at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Posted on October 10, 2012 | 10:27am

The rhythm of percussion echoed through the Segerstrom Center for the Arts for the opening night of STOMP.  But this music wasn’t made from instruments – it was a collection of plastic bags, coffee tins, trash cans and empty water bottles.  The music wasn’t from a cast warm-up, or from the studio crew testing equipment.  The sound was created by STOMP ticket holders in the STOMPing Grounds – an interactive experience where guests have the chance to be a part of the show by using stage props from the production. Read More

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Legendary Hair Stylist Frederic Fekkai Visits Saks Fifth Avenue in Costa Mesa

Posted on October 5, 2012 | 8:12am

Between shrieks, camera flashes, crowds and glasses of champagne, master stylist and hair guru Frederic Fekkai offered free consultations to guests by appointment at Saks Fifth Avenue at South Coast Plaza.

Frederic Fekkai gives a free consultation

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Fascination of Orchids Show & Sale Orange County

Posted on October 2, 2012 | 11:19am

The orchid family is one of the most diverse and widespread plants on earth.  There are between 21,000 – 26,000 accepted species found in 880 genera.   That is more than twice the number of bird species and almost four times the amount of mammal species on earth.  Orchids are colorful and aromatic and have been an object of obsession of horticulturists for hundreds of years.  Orchids are found on every continent except Antarctica, but mostly in the tropics of Asia, South America and Central America. Read More

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Orange County Children’s Book Festival

Posted on October 1, 2012 | 1:43pm

The 9th annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival entertained book lovers of all ages.  The event was a spectacle with over 100 authors,  illustrators, exhibitors, live entertainment, storytellers, animals and food vendors.  Thousands of people braved the heat for a day of learning and fun at the book festival.  From pop-up books to petting zoos, young adult novels to illustrating classes, the Orange County Children’s Book Festival had something for everyone. Read More

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Fashion’s Night Out at South Coast Plaza

Posted on September 7, 2012 | 9:41am

South Coast Plaza played its part in the global celebration of fashion known as Fashion’s Night Out.  With more than 100 participating boutiques, live music, events, giveaways, small bites, cocktails and special discounts – Southern California’s premier shopping destination was abuzz with fashion-forward activity.

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