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127 - May / Jun 25

Six Degrees of Old Towne

This month’s coupon winner, Patricia (Patty) Barrios and her husband Russ, moved to Orange in 1971 and bought their first house for $18,000. Though they had to borrow $200 to make the $900 down payment, it was worth it to become members of Old Towne.... Read More →

This month’s coupon winner, Patricia (Patty) Barrios and her husband Russ, moved to Orange in 1971 and bought their first house for $18,000. Though they had to borrow $200 to make the $900 down payment,... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

Orange Summer Camps 2025

An Adventure in Sun & Fun

Register Now for Camps, which run from June 16 to August 15 To protect himself from loud noises as a child living with autism, Max Torres relies on headphones. But when it comes to stage fright, the second grader no longer needs them. The Orange... Read More →

Register Now for Camps, which run from June 16 to August 15 To protect himself from loud noises as a child living with autism, Max Torres relies on headphones. But when it comes to stage... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

Hilbert Museum

California's Golden Coast Comes to Life in Art

For generations, artists have been captivated by the breathtaking beauty and dynamic energy of California’s coastline. From the sunlit beaches of Southern California to the rugged shores of the north, painters have used both watercolor and oil to portray the Pacific’s many moods. Now on... Read More →

For generations, artists have been captivated by the breathtaking beauty and dynamic energy of California’s coastline. From the sunlit beaches of Southern California to the rugged shores of the north, painters have used both watercolor... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

Local Gem Collective

Finding Moments that Bring Joy

Local Gem Collective Founder Jasmin Martinez displays items available from some of the many vendors at her marketplace. “The atmosphere here is booksy romantic, and it’s a safe space for people,” she says. “It’s very nostalgic and has a lot of feminine energy.” - -... Read More →

Local Gem Collective Founder Jasmin Martinez displays items available from some of the many vendors at her marketplace. “The atmosphere here is booksy romantic, and it’s a safe space for people,” she says. “It’s very... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

The Kickin' Crab

Finding Moments that Bring Joy

The crew at The Kickin’ Crab Orange, including (back, from left) Roy and Kenny (front, from left) Zedric, Manager Jayson Mai and Miguel, indulge in their menu’s seafood boil. Mai, who started with the restaurant chain as a server more than 12 years ago, has... Read More →

The crew at The Kickin’ Crab Orange, including (back, from left) Roy and Kenny (front, from left) Zedric, Manager Jayson Mai and Miguel, indulge in their menu’s seafood boil. Mai, who started with the restaurant... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

The Squeeze

Finding Moments that Bring Joy

The Squeeze Co-Founders Johana Marin (left) and Brandy Romero pose in the main space of their newly opened shop. The pair first met through Instagram, when Romero was looking for small businesses to support and found Marin’s account for her screen-printing business. “I loved sharing... Read More →

The Squeeze Co-Founders Johana Marin (left) and Brandy Romero pose in the main space of their newly opened shop. The pair first met through Instagram, when Romero was looking for small businesses to support and... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

OC Mamas and Papas of Autistic Children

Hangout with Us

OC Mamas and Papas of Autistic Children When asked what people love about Orange, the answer (aside from amazing shops and restaurants) is almost always community. Neighbors, business owners and even visitors can feel a sense of community within Orange through its annual events, celebrations... Read More →

OC Mamas and Papas of Autistic Children When asked what people love about Orange, the answer (aside from amazing shops and restaurants) is almost always community. Neighbors, business owners and even visitors can feel a... Read More →

127 - May / Jun 25

Old Towne Preservation Association

Preserving Our History

Founding OTPA members (from left) Dale Rahn, Teresa ‘Tita’ Smith, Russ Barrios and Rob Boice cut the OTPA 10th anniversary cake at an event in 1996. - - - - Old Towne Preservation Association In the heart of Orange lies a treasure trove of history... Read More →

Founding OTPA members (from left) Dale Rahn, Teresa ‘Tita’ Smith, Russ Barrios and Rob Boice cut the OTPA 10th anniversary cake at an event in 1996. - - - - Old Towne Preservation Association In... Read More →

126 - Mar / Apr 25

Andrew Jordan, PhD

Kennedy Chair in Physics and Co-Director, Institute for Quantum Studies

Andrew Jordan, PhD Andrew Jordan tells students trying to determine their course in life that 90 percent of finding their path boils down to figuring out what they’re good at and like to do. This tactic worked well for Chapman University’s Kennedy Chair in Physics... Read More →

Andrew Jordan, PhD Andrew Jordan tells students trying to determine their course in life that 90 percent of finding their path boils down to figuring out what they’re good at and like to do. This... Read More →

126 - Mar / Apr 25

Orange Home Grown

An Orange Harvest

While the state of California still produces nearly a third of the nation’s citrus, the City of Orange was once the citrus capital of America. In 1975, then Mayor Robert D. Hoyt decided to honor that era by writing an order to have an orange... Read More →

While the state of California still produces nearly a third of the nation’s citrus, the City of Orange was once the citrus capital of America. In 1975, then Mayor Robert D. Hoyt decided to honor... Read More →