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Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Fashion Island
Join the Chabad Center for Jewish Life at Fashion Island on Tuesday, December 12th and enjoy a festive lighting of the menorah.
The 109th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade with Opening Night Festivities at Marina Park
The Newport Beach Boat Parade is coming December 13th-17th. Bring the family and enjoy Opening Night festivities at Marina Park.
For Your Sanity, Check Out These Local Camps Offered During Winter “Break”
Winter break is coming. You might be looking forward to lazy mornings in pajamas where packed lunches and homework packets are far from your mind, OR you are wondering how in the world you are going to survive two weeks with the kids at home ALL day.
Meet Ya-Lei
Ya-Lei is a full-time working mom of three who stresses that work/life balance should more appropriately be referred to as work/life BLEND. She just returned from a family trip on the “Polar Express” in Williams, Arizona, an experience she highly recommends!
Your 12 Days of Christmas Local Gift Guide
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun. Get your shopping done in a flash at these local shops. Need more inspiration? They are happy to help!
Lego Storage
Are your kids asking for Legos this Christmas? Or have you simply stepped on too many to know that you need to DO something?
Fit Friday: Hydration
Whether you’re a serious athlete or simply exercise for recreation, it is important to stay hydrated. Good hydration means getting the right amount of water before, during, and after exercise.
Need a Night Off? Get Cozy and Enjoy A Movie Night Under the Stars!
Fashion Island is bringing you Friday Night Flix this December.
Your Guide to Local Christmas Tree Lots & Pictures with Santa
We are making lists so you don’t have to.
Quick and EASY Christmas Craft
Make your own Christmas Countdown Chain.
The Nutcracker for KIDS
The Nutcracker is synonymous with Christmas. This Saturday, December 2nd, you have two different opportunities to take your children to see “The Nutcracker for Kids.”
Winter Fest 2017
If you have been waiting for this all year, you are not alone. Winter Fest is coming back to the OC Fair & Event Center for the 3rd year! With or without kids, this is the place to be.
Corona del Mar Christmas Walk
Put on your walking shoes, Corona del Mar’s Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 39th Annual Christmas Walk Sunday, December 3rd.
Scrooge and The Ghosts of Christmas Are Back!
South Coast Repertory (Costa Mesa) is bringing you their 38th Annual Production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
Meet Jenny
Jenny is a Physician Assistant and busy mom of two. She loves riding bikes with her family to the beach, Back Bay and 17th Street, and makes a visit to The Snoopy House a family tradition.
What to Look for in Donating to Charities this Season
Though the need is there year round, many charities receive a lot of their support during the holidays. Find out what to look for when choosing your charity.
Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes
After all that cooking AND eating this Thanksgiving, you will be oh so ready to get the kids out of the house. Bring the whole family to the Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort.
Time to Simplify their Wish List?
With Santa starting to make appearances at shopping malls and events around town, you can be sure the kids are starting to put together their wish lists. Want to get them to simplify their list?
Support your Fellow Moms and #shoplikeamother
The Mom Made Market is a wonderful event that supports mom made businesses and gives you a great excuse to go shopping. Stop by the OC Fair and Event Center this weekend.
Wildlife Wendy at the Library Saturday
Join Wildlife Wendy and her parrots as they sing, dance and perform tricks at the library.