Know the Neighbors Articles

Spreading the Love

107 -Jan / Feb 22

Steve Molina and his fiancé, Gretchen Davey, pose inside of their booth at Orange Circle Antique Mall. When they aren’t traveling in search of new pieces, the pair love watching old movies, cementing their devotion to all things vintage. - - - - Steve Molina’s... Read More →

Steve Molina and his fiancé, Gretchen Davey, pose...

1886 Brewing Company & Smoqued BBQ

Join the Festivities

106 - Nov / Dec 21

Business partners Drew Ciora (left) and Mike Hernandez sip on craft beers in the yard area of 1886 Brewing Company. The duo opened Smoqued BBQ, their first joint venture together, in 2012, but are excited to celebrate their first holiday season in their newest brewery.... Read More →

Business partners Drew Ciora (left) and Mike Hernandez...

Orange Fire Chief Sean deMetropolis

Safety First

105 - Sep / Oct 21

“The great thing about this job is every day is different,” says Fire Chief Sean deMetropolis. “And since it’s different every day, we come in and adjust to whatever the day is.” - - - - Fire Chief Sean deMetropolis Sean deMetropolis is nearing the... Read More →

“The great thing about this job is every...

Orange Police Chief Dan Adams

Safety First

105 - Sep / Oct 21

“This is the noblest profession I believe there is,” says Police Chief Dan Adams, who leads a department with about 160 sworn officers and 120 support staff. “Everybody needs people working to keep the community safe.” - - - - Police Chief Dan Adams Dan... Read More →

“This is the noblest profession I believe there...

Steve & Ruthie Shafer

Backyard Markeover

104 - Jul / Aug 21

What started out as a simple patio cover at the home of Ruthe and Steve Shafer transformed into a backyard retreat, complete with an outdoor kitchen where the couple enjoys entertaining family and friends. - - - - Steve and Ruthe Shafer Two years ago,... Read More →

What started out as a simple patio cover...

CocoRose Boutique

Moving Forward in Old Towne

103 - May / Jun 21

Courtney Colleary says there were a couple times last year when she thought events would force her to close CocoRose Boutique. “But then there would be a really good weekend in sales, and I would think to keep going a little longer. It was a... Read More →

Courtney Colleary says there were a couple times...

Paris in a Cup

Moving Forward in Old Towne

103 - May / Jun 21

The team at Paris in a Cup Tea Salon & Café–Brandee, Courtney, Andrew, Gabe, Caitlin, Kat, David, from left; and Cheryl, seated–works to create a French-themed experience for their guests. - - - - Paris in a Cup Tea Salon & Café After 13 years... Read More →

The team at Paris in a Cup Tea...

SunSpark Yoga

Moving Forward in Old Towne

103 - May / Jun 21

“The biggest challenge this past year was keeping our community together,” says Ernie Schuerman, with his wife Stacey at SunSpark Yoga’s outdoor space in front of the Orange Circle Antique Mall. “To us, the community we built is equal to the practice of yoga." SunSpark... Read More →

“The biggest challenge this past year was keeping...

Carol & Yesi Castillo

Essential to Old Towne

102 - Mar Apr 21

Sisters and Country Roads employees Carol (right) and Yesi Castillo find joy in all things creative, which is fitting for their antiques duties. Carol loves to decorate, Yesi enjoys baking, and they both have a passion for painting during their downtime. - - - -... Read More →

Sisters and Country Roads employees Carol (right) and...

Kevin Aquirre, Felix Continental Cafe

Essential to Old Towne

102 - Mar Apr 21

When Felix Continental Café Manager Kevin Aguirre isn’t serving authentic Cuban and Spanish dishes, he loves to spend time surfing and bodyboarding. “As you paddle out, the noise of the world falls away,” he says. “It’s peaceful, rewarding and a great exercise.” - - -... Read More →

When Felix Continental Café Manager Kevin Aguirre isn’t...