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55 - Jan / Feb 13

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently acquired Orange Circle Optometry on East Chapman. The husband-and-wife team met in Florida at optometry school, but previously lived just 15 minutes apart from each other in Orange. - - - - Orange Circle Optometry All those in favor of... Read More →

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently acquired Orange Circle Optometry on East Chapman. The husband-and-wife team met in Florida at optometry school, but previously lived just 15 minutes apart from each other in Orange. - -... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

At Home with the Imbodens

Larger than a bungalow, the design of the Craftsman-style home borrows a number of characteristic elements from such architects as Sylvanis Marston, Charles and Henry Greene and others who worked in Pasadena shortly after the turn of the last century. The day President Herbert Hoover... Read More →

Larger than a bungalow, the design of the Craftsman-style home borrows a number of characteristic elements from such architects as Sylvanis Marston, Charles and Henry Greene and others who worked in Pasadena shortly after the... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Ian Falconer

Noted New Yorker magazine cover illustrator Ian Falconer didn’t begin his career wanting to write children’s books. An impromptu gift for his young niece became the successful and critically acclaimed Olivia series. Featuring the irresistibly precocious little girl piglet who learns by one lesson at a time... Read More →

Noted New Yorker magazine cover illustrator Ian Falconer didn’t begin his career wanting to write children’s books. An impromptu gift for his young niece became the successful and critically acclaimed Olivia series. Featuring the irresistibly precocious little... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Doy Henley

Doy Henley Ask Doy Henley who influenced his success, and while the entrepreneur has a long list of people to thank, his first thoughts turn to his mother and how she taught him to read. Perched on her lap at the age of four,... Read More →

Doy Henley Ask Doy Henley who influenced his success, and while the entrepreneur has a long list of people to thank, his first thoughts turn to his mother and how she taught him to... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Steve Soest

An expert in vintage guitars and guitar repair, Old Towne Orange resident Steve Soest plays a Danelectro bass in his backyard in front of a 100-year-old barn. Steve’s star-studded client list has included the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Slash. His past and present... Read More →

An expert in vintage guitars and guitar repair, Old Towne Orange resident Steve Soest plays a Danelectro bass in his backyard in front of a 100-year-old barn. Steve’s star-studded client list has included the Rolling Stones, Eric... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

LifeHouse Ministry of OC

Julie and Noel Cruz (top right) are doing their part to help the homeless in the Orange community, providing hot meals, supplies, clothing, moral support and more. Their non-profit volunteer organization is currently gearing up for the annual Thanksgiving meal to be served on the... Read More →

Julie and Noel Cruz (top right) are doing their part to help the homeless in the Orange community, providing hot meals, supplies, clothing, moral support and more. Their non-profit volunteer organization is currently gearing up... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Pepper Project

Through their travels to Southeast Asia, Cris Peterson and Tom Gordon launched The Pepper Project to help stop human trafficking in Cambodia. The project imports rare, gourmet Kampot pepper from Cambodia, with all proceeds to benefit the cause. Hard to come by in the United... Read More →

Through their travels to Southeast Asia, Cris Peterson and Tom Gordon launched The Pepper Project to help stop human trafficking in Cambodia. The project imports rare, gourmet Kampot pepper from Cambodia, with all proceeds to... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Vietnam Veterans of America

The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1024 has relocated its monthly meetings to the American Legion Hall in Old Towne. From left, David Tilson, board secretary; Greg Gillaspy, chapter president; Roger “Buck” Rogers, veteran; and Jim Torres, chapter vice president. Every Wednesday night at the... Read More →

The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1024 has relocated its monthly meetings to the American Legion Hall in Old Towne. From left, David Tilson, board secretary; Greg Gillaspy, chapter president; Roger “Buck” Rogers, veteran; and... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Smoqued California Barbeque

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have unveiled the all-new Smoqued California Barbecue on North Glassell in Old Towne. The hip, casual restaurant features an authentic wood-fired pit that brings a smoky flavor to beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, jalapeno sausage, St. Louis... Read More →

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have unveiled the all-new Smoqued California Barbecue on North Glassell in Old Towne. The hip, casual restaurant features an authentic wood-fired pit that brings a smoky flavor to... Read More →

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Tiddlywinks Toys & Games

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her husband, Gil, show their playful side at the opening of Tiddlywinks Toys & Games in Old Towne. Kids are welcome to explore the many offerings while parents can reminisce among the variety of nostalgic toys. Pictured above... Read More →

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her husband, Gil, show their playful side at the opening of Tiddlywinks Toys & Games in Old Towne. Kids are welcome to explore the many offerings while parents... Read More →