by Harold D. Aguirre | Feb 10, 2024 | Date Night
Avoid the usual date night activities of dinner and a movie. Instead do something different, such as taking your date to one of the many art walks that Orange County has to offer. Check out great art from artists all around the area, live music and art performances, and more! Here are a few awesome art walks around Orange County and in Los Angeles. Santa Ana Art Walk Since 1999, the “First Saturday” Artwalk in Downtown Santa Ana has been an epicenter of creativity, expression and inspiration for artists, art enthusiasts and those who simply want to engage in a vibrant, living city filled with culture. The event is the single best night of the month for downtown artists, galleries and restaurants alike because of the 3,500+ monthly attendees visiting. At Santa Ana Art Walk, around 20 galleries, museums, arts and artisan street vendors, live art performances and special events set up in downtown. More Info: http://www.downtown-santaana.com/artwalk/ Long Beach Art Walk The Art Walk takes place around the streets of Linden Ave, 1st Street, Broadway, 4th Street, and Elm. Local art galleries and retail businesses such as gift shops, boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops stay open until late in the evening. Linden Avenue is closed to traffic and transformed into a street art fair by local artists. Two stages are dedicated to street performances and live music. Anyone is welcome. More Info: http://www.artwalklb.com/ Huntington Beach Art Walk The Huntington Beach Downtown Art Walk is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month from March to October from 6-9pm. It features established, emerging, and student artists with unique and unusual...
by Harold D. Aguirre | Feb 5, 2024 | Things To Do
Plan your month with our February 2016 events calendar of the best activities, February is the time for everyone’s favorite love-hate holiday, Valentine’s Day. But there’s a lot more to this month than chocolates and roses. There are plenty of things to do in Orange County in winter before the seasonally-similar spring arrives. You can take advantage of the extra day off during President’s’ Day. No matter your plans or mood, you’ll find many activities to do in our February events calendar. So, if you live in the Orange County area and are looking for a great way to spend your time this month here are three great Honda Center events going on this February. Friday February 12th Love Affair 94.7 The Wave presents Love Affair on Feb. 12th. The show will feature live performances by Bloodstone, The Chi-Lites, The Delfonics, Midnight Star, Freddie Jackson, Peaches & Herb, Debra & Ronnie Laws, The Temprees, The Floaters and Evelyn “Champagne” King. The show begins at 7:30 P.M. so do not be late! Buy Tickets Here: http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_header_search&user_input=honda+center+love+affair&q=honda+center+love+affair Saturday February 13th Harlem Globetrotters Known worldwide as the Ambassadors of Goodwill the world famous Harlem Globetrotters will bring their unrivaled family show to Honda Center in Anaheim. Celebrating 90 years of providing smiles, sportsmanship and service to millions of people worldwide. Throughout their history, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have showcased their iconic talents in 122 countries and territories on six continents, often breaking down cultural and societal barriers.The Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans – among them popes, kings, queens, and presidents – over nine thrilling decades. This is a show...
by Harold D. Aguirre | Jan 11, 2024 | Things To Do
One of the greatest things about living in Orange County is that we are very close to the Honda Center. Located in Anaheim it stands as one of the premier entertainment and sports venues in the country since it was opened over 20 years ago. The Honda Center is owned by the City of Anaheim, and it is home to the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks and to the prestigious John R. Wooden Classic. Some of the top name concert acts held here over the years, include names like Elton John, Madonna and U2. Annual family event favorites include the Harlem Globetrotters, Stars On Ice and many more. If you live in the Orange County area and are looking for a great way to spend your time this month here are three great Honda Center events going on this January. January 15th DUCKS VS. STARS Buy Tickets Here: www.hondacenter.com/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=1053 The Anaheim Ducks vs the Dallas Stars is a game nobody wants to miss as the four time pacific division champions face off against the 1998 Stanley Cup winners. Coming directly from Minnesota, Dallas is expecting to get the win at the Honda Center while the Ducks are looking to get a head start in the new year, one thing is for sure, this is a must watch event and if your are able to attend it will be even better as you get to experience this blood pumping event live. Even if you are not a hockey fan, watching it live is a spectacle. The speed of the game, the sounds, the crowd, this is a must see event. January 17th DUCKS VS....
by Harold D. Aguirre | Dec 29, 2023 | Featured
Chances are that at some time in your life you’ve made a couple of New Years resolutions — and then broken them. This year, stop the cycle of resolving to make change and then not following through. If your New Years resolutions are to take better care of yourself and get healthy, you will have a much better year if your resolution sticks. Here are tips to help you get started on your New Years resolutions. EATING BETTER English muffins for breakfast are a good source of complex carbohydrates, thiamine, niacin and iron. While butter and jelly may taste good on a toasted English muffin, they add little besides fat and sugar in the way of nutrition. Other toppings can provide contrast in flavor and texture as well as additional nutrients. String cheese for snack is great idea since the cheese is high in protein, it offers a bit of fat and has only 80 calories, plus it is an excellent food for children, because they enjoy pulling it apart to eat it, that makes it easier to get them to eat healthy. Almonds are another great option for a snack since they are high in monounsaturated fats, the same type of health-promoting fats as are found in olive oil, which have been associated with reduced risk of heart disease. Five large human epidemiological studies, including the Nurses Health Study, the Iowa Health Study, the Adventist Health Study and the Physicians Health Study, all found that nut consumption is linked to a lower risk for heart disease. Researchers who studied data from the Nurses Health Study estimated that substituting nuts for an...
by Harold D. Aguirre | Dec 24, 2023 | Featured, Things To Do
Spending Christmas in Orange County? Use our handy restaurant guide to plan out your big holiday gathering. From Mexican Food on the 24th to classic Oysters at restaurants open on Christmas Day, here are 5 OC restaurants open Christmas Day and Christmas Eve. Orange Hill Restaurant Orange Hill Restaurant focuses on California Coastal Cuisine - from the eclectic to the traditional, the restaurant sits on top of the hills of Orange with a view from Orange County to Catalina. Orange Hill is a happily discovered gem in the hills that has been cherished by locals and visitors alike for many years.. Address: 6410 E Chapman Ave, Orange, California 92869 Facebook: www.facebook.com/orangehill Website: www.theorangehillrestaurant.com Phone: (714) 997-2910 Hobbit Restaurant Since 1972 The Hobbit Restaurant has been one of Orange County’s most treasured locations. The elegant, romantic atmosphere makes The Hobbit perfect for any special occasion. Book your reservations today. Address: 2932 E Chapman Ave, Orange, California 92869 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Hobbit-Restaurant-159553920736211 Website: www.hobbitrestaurant.com Phone: (714) 997-1972 Gabbi Patrick Restaurant Gabbi Patrick is dedicated to integrating modern gastronomy with the indigenous and traditional recipes of Mexican cuisine. In the pursuit of preserving the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, Gabbi the Chef has adopted an eco-gastronomic approach in her interpretation of “Old World” recipes. Her passion and vision are reflected in every detail of her craft, from supporting local farms to her extensive travels throughout Mexico. Address: 141 S Glassell St, Orange, California 92866 Facebook: www.facebook.com/gabbismexicankitchen Website: www.gabbipatrick.com Phone: (714) 633-3038 Orange County Mining Co. Orange County Mining Co. is a restaurant with a view nestled in the hills of Orange County. This unique...
