Patterns is off the beaten path, but it's a must-see destination for Asian antiques and reproductions imported directly China, Burma, Tibet and Thailand. And it's a great time to check out the huge warehouse store in Fountain Valley -- a liquidation sale is in progress. All items are reduced 30% to 70%.

Super sweet and friendly owners Amy and Pat Yim travel back and forth to Asia to buy the latest in antiques, furniture and fine arts. A new shipment of goods arrives in a few weeks.

Their findings can fit in perfectly with upscale modern décor, as well as traditional homes.

Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. 11533 Slater Ave. in (near CostCo) Fountain Valley. 714.708.2000.

www.patternsinternational.com

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Come join OC Green Guide and an array of amazing emerging and established Orange County artists tonight from 6 to 10 p.m. for an evening art show and silent auction that aims to support Orange County environmental organizations. The fine art gallery, 98ten, in Irvine will be hosting the event with organic cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and live music. All proceeds from the silent auction will be donated to environmental organizations, including the Laguna Canyon Foundation, Heal the Bay and the Surfrider Foundation. 98ten Fine Art is at 9810 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine.

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