On September 16, the generosity and compassion of a group of more than 150 remarkable women will be center stage at the Lido Isle bayfront home of Dali Despotovic and Bob Olson when the annual Rosé on the Bay fundraiser returns in support of KidWorks, a local nonprofit that...
More than 700 guests gathered at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach on Sunday, July 12, for the 27th annual Eric Marienthal and Friends Benefit Concert, raising vital funds for the High Hopes Head Injury Program.
Hosted by two-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Eric Marienthal (a longtime resident of Newport Beach), this...
Hoag announced that it is the first hospital in California to clinically implement Philips LumiGuide technology for endovascular surgery. The technology allows Hoag physicians to use light-based imaging instead of X-rays to visualize devices inside the body, which reduces radiation exposure for patients while giving surgeons greater precision during...
The Board of Directors of Crystal Cove Conservancy in Newport Beach has announced the promotion of President Hallie Jones to Chief Executive Officer, effective August 26. Jones succeeds Kate Wheeler, who is stepping down after seven years as CEO to become President and CEO of the Catalina Island Conservancy.
Jones,...
Working Wardrobes has announced the outstanding individuals and organizations who will be recognized at the organization’s inaugural Valor & Vision: The Orange County Veterans Leadership Breakfast on Friday, Aug. 21 at The Pacific Club in Newport Beach.
These remarkable leaders exemplify courage, service, and a steadfast commitment to supporting the...
If you have not experienced the Dog Days of Sherman at Sherman Library & Gardens, you only have a few more weeks before the exhibit featuring six larger-than-life mosaic sculptures must close.
Dog Days of Sherman officially ends on September 7, but the centerpiece sculpture of Honey must leave early...
hen longtime Newport Beach resident John Wayne and his family cruised the waters between Newport Beach and Catalina Island aboard Wayne’s yacht The Wild Goose, they created memories and friendships that would last a lifetime. Catalina Island held a special place in Wayne’s heart, serving as a favorite destination...
The Samueli Foundation, based in Corona del Mar, has announced its 2026 class of Breakaway and Build OC Fund grants, awarding $15 million to 89 Orange County-serving nonprofit organizations.
While the grants reach into every corner of the County and cover a wide range of requests (some wildly creative, some...
On June 18, Hoag Hospital Foundation’s 38th Annual Hoag Summer Fest achieved unprecedented success, welcoming more than 1,400 guests for an unforgettable evening celebrating philanthropy, community, and world-class culinary experiences.
Held at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, the event was made possible through the generous support of 25 sponsors and underwriters, led by...
America’s fastest-growing sport meets wine country at Sip N’ Dink, Southern California’s first Wine & Pickleball Tournament.
On Saturday, August 1, 2026, players, winemakers and wine enthusiasts will gather at The Tennis & Pickleball Club at Newport Beach for a first-of-its-kind event combining competitive pickleball, premium wine, food, and philanthropy...
