Category: Orange County News

From Book to Ballet: San Francisco Ballet Brings ‘Frankenstein’ to Life

By Mandy Fang | NB Indy Arts Writer An age-old classic, everybody knows the story of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein.” But not everybody can say they’ve seen it on stage, told by some of the country’s best artist-athletes. Just in time for the Halloween season, the world-renowned San Francisco Ballet haunted Read More

Bluewater Grill Newport Beach Spotlights Pacific Swordfish and California Lobster in Seafood and Wine Pairings

For more than two decades, the original Bluewater Grill in Newport Beach’s Cannery Village has been serving sensational seafood dishes. This fall, that tradition continues as the restaurant will spotlight its Pacific Swordfish, Lobster Pot Pie and California Spiny Lobster during its Second Tuesday Tastings. The fall menu items are Read More

RENT Stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp Bring “Celebrating Friendship & History” Cabaret Show to Segerstrom Center’s Samueli Theater October 16-18.

The musical RENT was a Broadway phenomenon that opened on Broadway in April 1996 and closed on September 7, 2008, after 12 years, making it one of the longest-running shows on Broadway. RENT won the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The musical featured two Read More

Thousands of Supporters Descend on Fashion Island September 28 for the More Than Pink Walk to Support Susan G. Komen

Nearly 10,000 people came out to Pacific Life at Fashion Island to support Susan G. Komen’s mission to end breast cancer at the annual More Than Pink Walk on Sunday, Sept. 28. With a goal of raising $790,000, the Komen More Than Pink Walk raised nearly $750,000—but there’s still time Read More

Balboa Bay Club’s Gentlemen’s Smoker Raises Funds for Newport-Mesa Student Scholarships

Charity food and wine events are popular ways to raise funds for local organizations. At the 27th anniversary of The Balboa Bay Club’s Gentlemen’s Smoker held on September 11 at the Balboa Bay Club, cigars and spirits were added ingredients along with the cuisine and vino. Unfolding on the Club’s Read More

Discover a Tapestry of Cultures at the 24th Annual Irvine Global Village Festival

Thursday, October 2, 2025 The Irvine Global Village Festival returns to the Great Park Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This vibrant celebration of cultures offers a variety of interactive, family-friendly experiences for the community.   Festival highlights include the Textiles & Traditions exhibit, offering a look at Read More

Enjoy 12 Months of Tails with the 2026 Irvine Animal Care Center Wall Calendar 

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Start 2026 off on the right paw with the Irvine Animal Care Center annual wall calendar, now available for online ordering through October 15.  Each calendar, featuring the winning pets from the center’s 2025 Photo Fundraiser, is $16 plus $4 for shipping. Orders must be placed Read More