Talk of the Towne Articles

68 - Mar / Apr 15

The next time you drive into the Plaza, consider this. Nearly one hundred years ago, the City of Orange paved the road—not with money from city forefathers, but with funding from the Woman’s Club of Orange. The same group rallied their resources in 1924 and... Read More →

The next time you drive into the Plaza, consider this. Nearly one hundred years ago, the City of Orange paved the road—not with money from city forefathers, but with funding from the Woman’s Club of... Read More →

66 - Nov / Dec 14

Killefer School

Adaptive Reuse

As an Old Towne resident since 1987, I have to admit being relieved in 1997 when the Old Towne Orange Historic District joined the list of historically protected properties on the National Register of Historic Places. Knowing that all of the buildings within the district... Read More →

As an Old Towne resident since 1987, I have to admit being relieved in 1997 when the Old Towne Orange Historic District joined the list of historically protected properties on the National Register of Historic... Read More →

63 - May / Jun 14

Graduating Chapman University

A long-awaited occasion, college graduation brings with it excitement and anticipation. This year’s Commencement Weekend to be held May 22nd-24th at Chapman University will celebrate the many accomplishments of the school’s graduates. “Commencement is an exciting and joyful end of our academic year,” says Dr. Jerry Price,... Read More →

A long-awaited occasion, college graduation brings with it excitement and anticipation. This year’s Commencement Weekend to be held May 22nd-24th at Chapman University will celebrate the many accomplishments of the school’s graduates. “Commencement is an exciting... Read More →

63 - May / Jun 14

Principal for a Day

Transitional Kindergarten students at West Orange Elementary School in the library with Sheryl (left) and Jennifer Bourgeois. When Sheryl Bourgeois acted as Principal for a Day at West Orange Elementary recently, Chapman University’s Executive Vice President found the experience to be especially eye-opening. “They say everything you... Read More →

Transitional Kindergarten students at West Orange Elementary School in the library with Sheryl (left) and Jennifer Bourgeois. When Sheryl Bourgeois acted as Principal for a Day at West Orange Elementary recently, Chapman University’s Executive Vice President found... Read More →

63 - May / Jun 14

Stitches of Freedom

Prior to her two sons joining the military, like many Americans Jennifer Robles didn’t give much thought to those serving our country in conflicts overseas. “I was patriotic, but unaware of the challenges they face,” says Robles, whose son Jacob Washington is serving in... Read More →

Prior to her two sons joining the military, like many Americans Jennifer Robles didn’t give much thought to those serving our country in conflicts overseas. “I was patriotic, but unaware of the challenges they... Read More →

63 - May / Jun 14

TEDxChapmanU

When Greg Irwin attended TEDxChapmanU last year, the commercial account rep for an Orange graphics company left the event held on Chapman’s campus highly motivated to make some changes in his professional life. The talk that inspired Irwin given by Gwynne Shotwell, president and CEO of SpaceX,... Read More →

When Greg Irwin attended TEDxChapmanU last year, the commercial account rep for an Orange graphics company left the event held on Chapman’s campus highly motivated to make some changes in his professional life. The talk that... Read More →

62 - Mar / Apr 14

Celebrating Huell Howser

Fans of the late Huell Howser and his iconic TV show “California’s Gold” are invited to a free Open House at Chapman University on Saturday, March 29th from 9 am to 6 pm. The event will include live appearances by various stars of Howser’s public television programs and tours of the... Read More →

Fans of the late Huell Howser and his iconic TV show “California’s Gold” are invited to a free Open House at Chapman University on Saturday, March 29th from 9 am to 6 pm. The event will include live appearances by various... Read More →

60 - Nov / Dec 13

R.W.B. Party Props

Bringing Parties to Life!

When R.W.B. Party Props started in 1963, the business began as a hobby for co-owner Bob Babcock. “I always liked to build things and tinker with antique vehicles,” says Babcock, who graduated from Garden Grove High School in 1961. “Back then, I owned an antique... Read More →

When R.W.B. Party Props started in 1963, the business began as a hobby for co-owner Bob Babcock. “I always liked to build things and tinker with antique vehicles,” says Babcock, who graduated from Garden Grove... Read More →

53 - Sep / Oct 12

Adventures of a Foreign Correspondent

For intrepid foreign correspondent David C. Henley, it’s ironic that where his 57-year career took root it could have ended. The veteran journalist, whose work has taken him to dozens of countries around the world, fell in love with the life of a roaming newspaperman... Read More →

For intrepid foreign correspondent David C. Henley, it’s ironic that where his 57-year career took root it could have ended. The veteran journalist, whose work has taken him to dozens of countries around the world,... Read More →

53 - Sep / Oct 15

An American Celebration

Every time Barbara Parker attends an American Celebration event and the performance comes to a close, the Chapman ’64 alumna wishes that the show wouldn’t end. “American Celebration is mesmerizing and absolutely wonderful,” says Parker, a committee member for opening night of the wildly popular,... Read More →

Every time Barbara Parker attends an American Celebration event and the performance comes to a close, the Chapman ’64 alumna wishes that the show wouldn’t end. “American Celebration is mesmerizing and absolutely wonderful,” says Parker,... Read More →