Talk of the Towne Articles

92 - Mar / Apr 2019

When it comes to longstanding traditions in Orange, the Woman’s Club Flower Show just may be at the top of the list. For the last 82 years every April since 1937, the club has hosted a flower show at the clubhouse on Center Street. The... Read More →

When it comes to longstanding traditions in Orange, the Woman’s Club Flower Show just may be at the top of the list. For the last 82 years every April since 1937, the club has hosted... Read More →

91 - Jan / Feb 19

Orange County Transportation Authority

New Parking Structure to Debut in February

Orange Metrolink Parking Structure A block east of Orange’s historic train depot and Transportation Center, a large and handsome structure has taken form. The new Metrolink Parking Structure at the Orange Transportation Center is a welcome sight to many businesses and homeowners in the area,... Read More →

Orange Metrolink Parking Structure A block east of Orange’s historic train depot and Transportation Center, a large and handsome structure has taken form. The new Metrolink Parking Structure at the Orange Transportation Center is a... Read More →

90 - Nov / Dec 18

2019 Economic Forecast

Economic Forecast 2019 With an October drop in the stock market and stories about the Orange County housing market cooling off, local business owners, investors, employees and residents may be wondering what’s in store for the local, California and U.S. economies. Luckily, when Old... Read More →

Economic Forecast 2019 With an October drop in the stock market and stories about the Orange County housing market cooling off, local business owners, investors, employees and residents may be wondering what’s in store... Read More →

90 - Nov / Dec 18

Class of 1950 Reunion

Old memories were revived and new memories made at the Orange High 68th class reunion held this past September. Class of 1950 attendees were (back row from left) Don Barber (turquoise shirt), Harriet (Lampert) Friis, Robert (Bob) Steele, Don Pargee, Marlene (Lembke) Virus, Ted Glasener,... Read More →

Old memories were revived and new memories made at the Orange High 68th class reunion held this past September. Class of 1950 attendees were (back row from left) Don Barber (turquoise shirt), Harriet (Lampert) Friis,... Read More →

90 - Nov / Dec 18

Orange Dream

Orange salt and pepper shakers, perfume vials, trade publications and candy packaged in miniature orange crates sit on display as part of the “Orange Dream” exhibition at Chapman University. The exhibit will be open through December 14 at the Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special... Read More →

Orange salt and pepper shakers, perfume vials, trade publications and candy packaged in miniature orange crates sit on display as part of the “Orange Dream” exhibition at Chapman University. The exhibit will be open through... Read More →

89 - Sep / Oct 18

Keck Center for Science and Engineering

Keck Center for Science and Engineering If you didn’t already know that Chapman University has a hugely ambitious plan for growth in the sciences in the near and coming future, you definitely would realize it after taking a look at the university’s very large... Read More →

Keck Center for Science and Engineering If you didn’t already know that Chapman University has a hugely ambitious plan for growth in the sciences in the near and coming future, you definitely would realize... Read More →

89 - Sep / Oct 18

Kiwanis Tour D' Historic Orange Bicycle Event

Kiwanis Tour D' Historic Orange Bicycle Event On the wheels of its success last year, the Kiwanis Club of Orange is hosting its second Tour d’ Orange bicycle event on October 13. Renamed “Tour d’ Historic Orange,” the fundraising event has cyclists riding through... Read More →

Kiwanis Tour D' Historic Orange Bicycle Event On the wheels of its success last year, the Kiwanis Club of Orange is hosting its second Tour d’ Orange bicycle event on October 13. Renamed “Tour... Read More →

89 - Sep / Oct 18

The Jill Foundation Cut-a-Thon

The late Jill Etzold Kester is the inspiration behind the Jill Foundation annual Cut-a-Thon, which raises funds for local hairstylists with breast cancer. Jill is pictured here with her daughters Kylie (left) and Lacey (center). Kylie followed in her mom’s footsteps and is now a... Read More →

The late Jill Etzold Kester is the inspiration behind the Jill Foundation annual Cut-a-Thon, which raises funds for local hairstylists with breast cancer. Jill is pictured here with her daughters Kylie (left) and Lacey (center).... Read More →

88 - Jul / Aug 18

Le Tour De Toddlers

Le Tour De Toddlers When the First United Methodist Church of Orange (FUMCO) decided to reopen its preschool, Pastor Bill Johnson put his whole heart into the idea. His early childhood was marked by an impairment, so he knew he wanted to contribute to... Read More →

Le Tour De Toddlers When the First United Methodist Church of Orange (FUMCO) decided to reopen its preschool, Pastor Bill Johnson put his whole heart into the idea. His early childhood was marked by... Read More →

88 - Jul / Aug 18

Orange Senior Center Golf Tournament

Orange Senior Center Golf Tournament Tee time is fast approaching for the Orange Senior Center’s 20th annual Golf Tournament at Alta Vista Country Club in Placentia. Set for July 23, the event promises to be a special afternoon on the course, says Katherine Connaghan, the... Read More →

Orange Senior Center Golf Tournament Tee time is fast approaching for the Orange Senior Center’s 20th annual Golf Tournament at Alta Vista Country Club in Placentia. Set for July 23, the event promises to be... Read More →