Enjoy sailing, fishing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, shark dissection and more at Newport Sea Base in Newport Beach. There are undeniable benefits to sending your kids to camp. And in Orange County, the camping possibilities are endless. Ask any kid what he or she liked about summer camp and the...
Kijaro Kubie Streamline your next outdoor adventure with the Kijaro Kubie. The Kubie can be used as an insulated blanket or sleeping bag, folded into a pillow, used as a ground cover, turned into a shade canopy, be strung up as a hammock then folded into its compact carrying case...
The Goodwill of Orange County is coming to Cypress. This is the Goodwill’s 25th location in Orange County but the first ever in the city of Cypress, which will open later this year. Shoppers will find a unique selection of housewares and furniture items, clothing for all ages, sporting goods,...
Local chef Thomas Curran plans to walk across the country in the name of pediatric cancer research. Thomas Curran would never describe himself as an outdoorsy guy. “I love being in nature but I’m not an avid camper or hiker,” he says. Which is why it might be surprising that...
Beetology Beat cold and flu season the natural way with Beetology, a new line of craft beverages that are organic, cold-pressed and made from 100 percent pure goodness. Beets are a nutrient powerhouse and these tasty drinks are the perfect way to get your veggies in on the way to...
Physician’s Assistant Tony Adkins puts smiles on his young patients’ faces by busting out some dance moves. Tony Adkins never intended to go viral. More than a year ago Adkins, a physician’s assistant at CHOC Children’s, was trying to find a way to help boost the spirit of a young...
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....
A Restaurant “Classically hip” since 1926, this classic Newport Beach restaurant has been serving up a fine dining experience for over 90 years. This December, come on in to enjoy their one-of-a-kind holiday cocktail The Maple Kind, which combines Woodford rye with maple, black walnut and orange flavoring then finished...
Pendulonium STEM Challenge Let your child explore the fundamentals of physics without them ever knowing. The Pendulonium STEM Challenge from Learning Resources is an entirely kid-powered activity set that will develop early engineering, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Kids launch balls at goal cups using a three-piece adjustable pendulum that introduces...
Salt & Straw I scream, you scream, we all scream for Salt & Straw’s ice cream! This family-run West Coast favorite opened its first Orange County location in October in Anaheim at the Downtown Disney District. “It’s a dream come true to open a Salt & Straw in a celebratory...
The Clay Oven Treat your family to something a little different this Thanksgiving with a Tandoori Turkey from The Clay Oven. For the past 26 years, this much-loved Irvine establishment has been preparing its herb and spice marinated birds in a tandoor oven, which retains the moisture but lowers the...
FREE Family Fun Event! Hosted by ‘Learn & Grow’ Grows at The Cube Over 2,000 attend Parenting OC event and obstacle course competition Saturday October, 6th saw the return of the Learn & Grow Expo hosted by The Discovery Cube in Santa Ana and presented by Parenting OC Magazine. This...
By Megan Feighery She’s back. The ‘90s phenomenon, Polly Pocket is back at it and proving that bigger isn’t always better. Join Polly and her friends this weekend, Oct. 13 and Oct. 14 from 11 am-4 pm, in the Center Court of the Brea Mall to celebrate the relaunch of Mattel’s...
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...
Some stories have the ability to bring generations together. “I saw this movie in theaters when I was your age,” said a mother to her daughter, who was dressed in Belle’s iconic yellow gown as they filed into the Musco Center at Chapman University. The venue was alive with Disney...