We are big fans of Team Kids, which is changing the trajectory of children’s lives by encouraging them to help others. Since its inception in 2001, Team Kids has organized free and innovative programs in schools that give students the opportunity raise funds for local charities. More than 24,000 students have raised more than $200,000 and 100 percent of the money has gone to youth-serving nonprofits, including those that serve homelessness, the hungry and the environment.
The way we see it, Team Kids is creating an army of community-minded children who are making a difference in their schools, communities and ultimately the world. And it’s preparing future generations to become caring, resourceful and responsible adults.
Team Kids is inviting you to join them on Sunday, May 23 at the 5th Annual Imagine Event at Il Forniaio restaurant in Irvine. (See item below for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the fundraiser.) It’s a fun-filled family event that celebrates Team Kids’ successes with award-winning cuisine, entertainment and a kids’ carnival. There will be a delicious buffet lunch and silent auction from 1 to 4 p.m., and awards and presentations at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $50 for adults, $10 for teens, free for kids 12 and under.
Il Fornaio Restaurant is at Lakeshore Towers, 8051 Von Karman, Irvine. For more information and to purchase tickets, go here.
At the Team Kids Imagine Event you can bid on a once-in-a-lifetime personal tour of the intergalactic-like (and top secret to outsiders) Oakley Headquarters with building designer and CEO Colin Baden (pictured above). The adventure includes a helicopter ride, and a tour in a World War II era Soviet t-34 Tank. The Oakley compound in Foothill Ranch includes a 400-seat amphitheater, bunkers, and more. There’s also a Chuck Jones limited edition “Sandlot” featuring his Looney Tunes characters playing baseball in a backyard field signed by the Angels players. Click here to link to other incredible auction items.
La Beauté, a salon, skin care and beauty supply store in Costa Mesa, is offering Greer’s OC readers a special: just mention us and receive 20% off your entire purchase (excludes Kerastase and red tags); and a $25 gift certificate with purchase of $100 or more through Sept. 17. Top name brands available include Redken, Moroccan Oil, Pureology, Alterna, Peter Thomas Roth and Yonka. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 2300 Harbor Blvd. in Costa Mesa. 949.631.5888.
The summer sale is on now through Sept. 1 at Westerly, Corona del Mar’s source for hip designers like Elizabeth and James, Current Elliott, Vena Cava, Patterson J. Kincaid, J. Brand, Chick with Guns and many more. Save 20% off full price merchandise, and with sale merchandise—save 50% off first item, 60% off 2nd item and 70% off third items.. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 2908 East Coast Hwy in Corona del Mar. 949.313.7111
Anaheim Patio at The Market Place is hosting its 12th annual Labor Day Weekend tent Sale Friday through Monday. Save 15 to 75% off dining sets, chaise lounges, umbrellas, bar stools, firepits, seating groups, outdoor entertaining accessories and more. Also choose from select barbeques and fireplace items, as well as one-of-a-kind items and discontinued products. Top brands featured are Brown Jordan, Tropitone, OW Lee, Hanamint, Malin, Summer Classics and others. 13722 Jamboree in Irvine.714.669.9271.715 E. Birch St. in Brea. 714.671.9445. 6811 Warner Ave. in Huntington Beach. 714.894.0382.
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