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120 - Mar / Apr 24

Blossoming in Orange

Business partners Kiarash Kasra and Shelly Kohan sit in the dining room of Koobikland, the Persian restaurant they co-own. The duo works to build a menu with special attention to both the flavors and display of their food. “Our presentation is different, and we try... Read More →

Business partners Kiarash Kasra and Shelly Kohan sit in the dining room of Koobikland, the Persian restaurant they co-own. The duo works to build a menu with special attention to both the flavors and display... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Orange City Council Meeting Highlights

November & December 2023

Mayor Dan Slater (center) with (clockwise from top left) Mayor pro tem Arianna Barrios and Councilmembers Jon Dumitru, Kathy Tavoularis, Dennis Bilodeau, Ana Gutierrez and John Gyllenhammer - - - - Have you ever wondered what goes on at Orange City Council meetings? Important decisions... Read More →

Mayor Dan Slater (center) with (clockwise from top left) Mayor pro tem Arianna Barrios and Councilmembers Jon Dumitru, Kathy Tavoularis, Dennis Bilodeau, Ana Gutierrez and John Gyllenhammer - - - - Have you ever wondered... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Anuradha Prakash

Professor of Food Science at Chapman University

Anuradha Prakash, PhD As a child growing up in Mumbai, India, Anuradha Prakash spent hours in the kitchen experimenting. “I was fascinated with food and loved cooking and playing with recipes,” says the Professor of Food Science at Chapman University. One summer break during high... Read More →

Anuradha Prakash, PhD As a child growing up in Mumbai, India, Anuradha Prakash spent hours in the kitchen experimenting. “I was fascinated with food and loved cooking and playing with recipes,” says the Professor of... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Orange Public Library & History Center

Dedicated to Preserving History

Orange Public Library & History Center Orange is well-known for valuing history. This commitment to historical preservation resulted in the addition of a History Center when the Orange Public Library was renovated in 2007. “The Orange community is dedicated to preserving history, which is wonderful,”... Read More →

Orange Public Library & History Center Orange is well-known for valuing history. This commitment to historical preservation resulted in the addition of a History Center when the Orange Public Library was renovated in 2007. “The... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Bronde Salon

Fresh Experiences

Bronde Salon Stylist Amber Ferguson (left), Owner Stephanie Mendoza (center) and Stylist Jessie Duyette assist clients in their newly opened space in Old Towne. Mendoza was a stylist for 15 years before the timing felt right for her to create her own salon. “Sometimes I... Read More →

Bronde Salon Stylist Amber Ferguson (left), Owner Stephanie Mendoza (center) and Stylist Jessie Duyette assist clients in their newly opened space in Old Towne. Mendoza was a stylist for 15 years before the timing felt... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Paula Soest

Making a Difference

Orange Home Grown board member Paula Soest runs the annual Farmers Market to Table dinner and enjoys the behind-the-scenes work of managing the big event. - - - - Paula Soest The person behind Orange Home Grown’s popular Farmers Market to Table Dinner prefers being... Read More →

Orange Home Grown board member Paula Soest runs the annual Farmers Market to Table dinner and enjoys the behind-the-scenes work of managing the big event. - - - - Paula Soest The person behind Orange... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Lucky DeLuxe Fabrics

Fresh Experiences

Lucky DeLuxe Fabrics Owners Catherine Esera (left) and Bronwen Burton highlight the variety of fabrics and materials available at their shop. The pair’s passion for their items and the thrifting process shines through. “Every donation is a treasure chest. You never know what’s going to... Read More →

Lucky DeLuxe Fabrics Owners Catherine Esera (left) and Bronwen Burton highlight the variety of fabrics and materials available at their shop. The pair’s passion for their items and the thrifting process shines through. “Every donation... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Aaron Jacoby

Making a Difference

The man behind the lens, Aaron Jacoby, enjoys capturing memories around Orange, sharing them at #evvrythingorange. - - - - Aaron Jacoby Longtime Orange resident Aaron Jacoby is the man behind the camera capturing scenes and memories around town since taking up photography as a... Read More →

The man behind the lens, Aaron Jacoby, enjoys capturing memories around Orange, sharing them at #evvrythingorange. - - - - Aaron Jacoby Longtime Orange resident Aaron Jacoby is the man behind the camera capturing scenes... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Newly Expanded Hilbert Museum

to Open with a Colorful Mosaic Welcoming All on Feb. 23

Hilbert Museum of California Art Residents and visitors from afar have grown to know and love the Hilbert Museum of California Art, located in Old Towne Orange and owned by Chapman University. The free art destination has become a popular tourist attraction, with top ratings... Read More →

Hilbert Museum of California Art Residents and visitors from afar have grown to know and love the Hilbert Museum of California Art, located in Old Towne Orange and owned by Chapman University. The free art... Read More →

119 - Jan / Feb 24

Groovy Ghost Vintage

Fresh Experiences

Steve Molina and Gretchen Davey pose inside their vintage store, which opened in early December. In addition to clothing, tiki-themed items and mid-century modern deals, the couple also offers a strong collection of Disney memorabilia, which pays homage to their history as Disney fans and... Read More →

Steve Molina and Gretchen Davey pose inside their vintage store, which opened in early December. In addition to clothing, tiki-themed items and mid-century modern deals, the couple also offers a strong collection of Disney memorabilia,... Read More →