Readers share their favorite places to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Amber Waves Restaurant Buena Park “We went to Knott’s Amber Waves Restaurant for their Valentine’s deal … and it blew us away! The price: unbelievable. The service and food was amazing. They gave each woman a rose as you left. It was so nice. We have […]
Homemade Haunts
These OC Halloween enthusiasts are so passionate it’s scary. The Pirate’s Cave Haunt Dave Larson started building his first haunted house in his parents’ garage back when he was in junior high school. He never stopped. Only now, he’s building with his own son, Jacob, a 15-year-old sophomore at Villa Park High School. “It requires […]
DIY Halloween Costumes
Create trendy costumes for your kids without breaking the bank. Every year there’s a new batch of movies, TV shows, comic books and other forms of pop culture outlets to stimulate the imagination of our kids’ curious minds. And every year, on Oct. 31, they have the chance to bring characters from these movies, TV […]
The Sweet Life – Foodie Sr.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to show the sweeties in your life how sweet they are. And there are plenty of places in Orange County to help you get your sugar fix. Treat your kids (or spouse) to any of these unique desserts for a happy heart day. Honey and Butter Macarons, the meringue-based […]
Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts
Heart-Styled Chewelry Perfect for kiddos who like to get their teeth into something, this new line of “chewelry” is where jewelry and teeth can safely cross roads. Made out of durable and non-toxic materials, chewelry gives children with tendencies to chew or fidget a wearable and stylish way to get their nerves out. This soft […]
Fit Valentines Getaways
Get your heart rate up and your om on with these Valentines Getaways for Body Buddies, Golf Lovers and Snorkeling Sweethearts. As we head into February, odds are you have already broken your New Year’s resolution to get fit and lose weight. Statistics show 80% of us fail to stick to these promises for more […]
Transforming Theme Parks for the Holidays
Working at night, crews with cranes & ladders transform theme parks for the holidays in a hurry. Visiting local theme parks is an extra special experience for families during the holidays as the parks are dressed in their holiday best. But it takes fast-working crews to, in a matter of weeks, transform Knott’s Scary Farm […]
Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Unique, trending and local — suggestions for everyone on your list For the Family 52 Essential Conversations Card Game A busy mom of three, Jenny Woo, of Irvine, wanted to create something to help maximize quality time with her children. She came up with a simple yet effective card game. Made up of questions in […]
Haunted Locations
Three mischievous spirits roam the decks, cabins and Engine Room on The Queen Mary. The Queen Mary is home to a long and varied history full of legend and ghostly tales. More than a few stories have been shared of ghostly apparitions and unexplained occurrences. On a recent visit to the historic ship, Parenting OC […]
DIY Halloween Makeup & Costumes
Halloween is a time for creativity and innovation—and it doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Put together some fun and memorable Halloween ensembles with these quick tips from local Halloween experts: “Great creative and start early,” said Liz Merritt, visual specialist assistant and Halloween costume expert at Goodwill of Orange County. “Take […]
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