On the sand in Laguna Beach, Splashes Restaurant at Surf & Sand Resort is offering a chance to savor smaller portions of three entrees of American Coastal Cuisine, and maybe preview a new item that isn’t on the regular menu. Just $45, Monday through Thursday ($60 with wine pairing). 1555 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949.376.2779.
They had us at “chic shopping party” but then when we heard “proceeds benefitting our favorite charity, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)” we’re in love. So we’ll be at Fashion Island’s Passport to Luxury Event Thursday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. hosted by Riviera magazine.
The evening includes exclusive in-store events, new fall fashions, elegant gifts and giveaways and delicious food. Participating stores include American Rag Cie, Bloomingdale’s, Garys, Kate Spade, Neiman Marcus, Room Service, Traditional Jewelers, Trina Turk, True Religion and more.
And some of our favorite restaurants are on board too: California Pizza Kitchen, Canaletto Ristorante Veneto, Daily Grill, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, and Mariposa at Neiman Marcus.
JDRF will receive 20% of sales during the event, plus proceeds from a special grand prize opportunity drawing. To RSVP or for more information, please call 714.913.4697.
Shop, (save) and feel good at Saks Fifth Avenue’s charity shopping weekend, Key to the Cure. Thursday through Sunday. And take advantage of Saks’ Friends and Family Shopping event, too! Just mention the event and receive 25% off nearly everything in the store (20% off jewelry, 10% off beauty and fragrance, sorry some exclusions apply). Saks at South Coast Plaza will donate a portion of sales to local and national women’s cancer organizations and research centers.
Special guests at the Key to the Cure shopping event include John Hardy’s jewelry designer Guy Bedarida signing purchases from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday; and Kilian Hennessy of By Kilian fragrances and Marco Bicego signing jewelry purchases Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday. Saks Fifth Avenue at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. 714.540.3233.
It’s jean week at elle H. boutique in Laguna Beach! As elle H. is preparing to close March 31, it’s offering special weekly deals. Buy one pair of jeans at 50% off and get a second pair free. Sale ends Friday. The offer valid in-store only. (Everything in the store is 50% off!) All sales final. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. elle H boutique at 1833 S. Coast Hwy. in Laguna Beach. 949.715.1345.
Wunderful Art: This must-see art show just so happens to coincide with Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” film, and we love it! If you’re planning a weekend away to the desert, don’t miss OC-based artist Zoey Stevens’ art exhibit Alice in Wunderland (Out of the Shadows) opening Friday from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at m modern gallery in Palm Springs. Zoey’s latest show features images (acrylic on canvas and board) inspired by Salvador Dali’s renderings inspired by Lewis Carol’s, Alice in Wonderland. 2500 N. Palm Canyon Dr., # B5. Palm Springs. 760.416-3611.
Quite an Adventure: Adventure Day is officially back at Caspers Wilderness Park Saturday from 10 a.m. 3 p.m.! Free event, free parking, for all ages! The family fun-filled day includes musical entertainment, natural history tours, arts and crafts, wildlife exhibits, games and refreshments. Caspers Wilderness Park at 33401 Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano. 949.923.2210.
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