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Chef Jim Douglas
44 - Mar / Apr 11
Chef Jim Douglas
In the mid–1960s when Jim Douglas stood on tiptoe at the kitchen counter and pinched perogies for his Grandma Helen, she thought she was simply keeping the five–year–old busy making the dumplings from her homeland in Poland. Little did she know that her...
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Chef Jim Douglas
In the mid–1960s when Jim...
Lindsey Saletta
44 - Mar / Apr 11
A fashionista with a good sense for business, Chapman grad Lindsey Saletta designs and sews her own line of sophisticated and sassy attire. Currently commuting to LA to work for a fashion PR firm, Lindsey plans to get more into the marketing end of the fashion industry, possibly in...
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A fashionista with a good sense for business, Chapman grad Lindsey...
Calling on the Califfs
44 Mar / Apr 11
The Califf’s two–story, Craftsman–style home was designed after Teri Califf’s great–grandparent’s home in Los Angeles. A renowned architect in Old Towne, Jon Califf has succeeded in creating a new residence that showcases the look and feel of a historic property.
Jon Califf stands with his mother...
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The Califf’s two–story, Craftsman–style home was designed after...
Dr. William Hall
43 - Dec 10 / Jan 11
Dr. William Hall
At the age of 3, Dr. William Hall, Dean of Chapman University's College of Performing Arts, decided that he wanted to be a concert pianist. With that goal in mind, he practiced for hours a day until he auditioned with the famed Fanchon...
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Dr. William Hall
At the age of...
Cristana Rocamora-Suder
43 - Dec 10 / Jan 11
Interior designer Cristana Rocamora-Suder, ASID, (left), with associates Jen Lozano and Jean McGrath. Specializing in product design and concept work, the firm addresses the design needs of both residential and commercial clients.
Old Towne is the perfect fit for Cristana Rocamora-Suder, ASID, an interior designer specializing in product design and...
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Interior designer Cristana Rocamora-Suder, ASID, (left), with associates Jen Lozano and Jean...
Home for the Holidays
43 - Dec 10 / Jan 11
Built in 1938, the distinctive home on South Batavia is defined by a bay window that features 36 panes in the main window alone. Homeowner Dave Barrett believes the house was built by Roy Roscoe Russell, who at one time built many homes in Santa...
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Built in 1938, the distinctive home on South...
Circle City Barbers
with Phil Hernandez
42 - Sep/Oct 10
Co-owners of Circle City Barbers, Phil Hernandez (left) and Eric Webb present quality barbershop services in a hip, retro environment highlighted by hot rod memorabilia and tattoo art. Eric’s longtime customers from his former Westminster location are flocking to Old Towne to support the new...
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Co-owners of Circle City Barbers, Phil Hernandez (left)...
Laurenly Clothing Boutique
with Lauren Leigh Miller
42 - Sep / Oct 10
A Chapman University grad, Lauren Leigh Miller brings her boutique offerings to Old Towne in the form of Laurenly, featuring contemporary apparel and accessories for women.
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Laurenly Clothing Boutique
“Chapman University graduate Lauren Leigh Miller always knew she wanted to open her own...
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A Chapman University grad, Lauren Leigh Miller brings...
Rock'n with Win'E
42 - Sept / Oct 10
The 1910 craftsman home showcases original architectural elements including pillars made from river rock that came from nearby Santiago Creek, which runs through Orange. The home’s new owners, Rick and Debi Win’E transformed the previously run–down residence into the showplace that it is today.
When Rick...
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The 1910 craftsman home showcases original architectural elements...
Drs. Smith & Rassenti
42 - Sept / Oct 10
Dr. Vernon Smith & Dr. Stephen Rassenti
One of Vernon Smith’s earliest memories involves fixing a broken clock. “I was under the age of six at the time, and I vividly remember the thrill of taking apart the clock, putting it back together and seeing it work...
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Dr. Vernon Smith & Dr. Stephen Rassenti
One of Vernon...