Junior High Dreams: Sami Rappoport on ‘PEN15’ and Growing Up in Newport Beach
Newport Beach native Sami Rappoport landed a role as mean girl Becca on the Emmy-nominated Hulu original series “PEN15” when she was 14 years old, pretty fitting for a comedy that aimed to portray “middle school as it really happened.” Seven years later, Rappoport is excited for new film and Read More
Cultivating Community: How Sam Robertson Is Building Connection in Tustin
What was the inspiration behind One Seed Community Garden?We came up with the idea of using an empty lot in Old Town Tustin and turning it into a community garden so we can donate the produce to our local food bank. The emotional benefits of being able to connect with Read More
Segerstrom Center for the Arts Candlelight Concert Raises $6 Million
Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrated its spectacular 51st Annual Candlelight Concert on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, an evening filled with electrifying performances, heartfelt community spirit, and a shared commitment to advancing the arts in Orange County. The gala featured an unforgettable performance and master class by actor-singer Hugh Jackman, Read More
Napa in Newport Expands to Weekend Event March 20-22 at Pendry Newport Beach
For more than 10 years, Napa in Newport has been the signature event to raise funds and awareness for CureDuchenne, a Newport Bech-based nonprofit that is a global leader in research, patient care and innovation for improving and extending the lives of those living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. To date, Read More
On the Move: AO Welcomes Lyle Hutson to Lead New Automotive Studio
ARCHITECTURE AO, a leading full-service architecture, planning, and design firm, is pleased to announce the launch of its Automotive Studio and the addition of Lyle Hutson, Architect. NCARB, as Principal and leader of this new practice. Hutson brings more than 35 years of experience specializing in automotive facility design, branded Read More
On the Move: Jirair Garabedian Promoted to Director – Design at DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors
ARCHITECTURE DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors has promoted award-winning Jirair Garabedian to Director–Design. Since joining DAHLIN in 2016, he has led nationally recognized, high-density mixed-use and multifamily housing projects across Southern California, advancing both market-rate and affordable residential work. He is respected for collaborative leadership and narrative-driven design excellence. Read More
On the Move: Sharpe Interior Systems, Inc. Welcomes Keith Costanzo and Fayez Zorob as Co-CEOs
CONTRACTING This year marks an important milestone for Sharpe Interior Systems, Inc. as we complete our company’s succession plan. We are proud to formally announce the appointment of Keith Costanzo and Fayez Zorob as Co-CEOs. Both will continue serving on the Sharpe Executive Committee, which has helped guide the company Read More
On the Move: Leading Trademark and Brand Protection Team Joins BakerHostetler
LAW BakerHostetler is pleased to announce the addition of three highly respected partners—Susan Natland, Jessica Sganga, and Katherine McMorrow—to its Intellectual Property Practice Group. They join the firm’s Global Trademark and Brand Protection team, with Natland serving as Co-Lead. Accompanying them are trademark associate Morgan Robertson and four experienced trademark professionals, making this a Read More