Articles

60 - Nov / Dec 13

A longtime retailer in Old Towne, William Houchin (center) has added a second location to complement his venerable Watch & Wares Estate Jewelry shop on South Glassell in Old Towne. Opening this November next to Felix Continental Cafe in the Plaza, the new store displays... Read More →

A longtime retailer in Old Towne, William Houchin (center) has added a second location to complement his venerable Watch & Wares Estate Jewelry shop on South Glassell in Old Towne. Opening this November next to... Read More →

60 - Nov / Dec 13

The Dragonfly Studios

Dragonfly proprietor Beth Davidson (right) extended her classes at The Dragonfly Shops & Gardens on North Glassell. Occupying a vintage home, The Dragonfly Studio provides space for classes in cheese making, cooking, crafts, mosaics, furniture painting, gardening and more. A homespun destination for the local... Read More →

Dragonfly proprietor Beth Davidson (right) extended her classes at The Dragonfly Shops & Gardens on North Glassell. Occupying a vintage home, The Dragonfly Studio provides space for classes in cheese making, cooking, crafts, mosaics, furniture... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Reggie Gilyard

Dean of the George L. Argyros School of Business & Economics

Dean Reggie Gilyard Chapman University’s Dean of the George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics, Reggie Gilyard, learned the enduring value of education in the mid-1970s, when as a boy he tagged along with his father to the campus library at California State University,... Read More →

Dean Reggie Gilyard Chapman University’s Dean of the George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics, Reggie Gilyard, learned the enduring value of education in the mid-1970s, when as a boy he tagged along with... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Jim Draughon

During a 20-year period when Jim Draughon collected numerous pieces of art for his extensive art collection, a question loomed at the back of his mind. “Every time I bought an artist’s work, I thought about how much I enjoyed painting as an undergraduate art major,” says... Read More →

During a 20-year period when Jim Draughon collected numerous pieces of art for his extensive art collection, a question loomed at the back of his mind. “Every time I bought an artist’s work, I thought about how... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Nina Greville

With a host of celebrity clients and career accomplishments, makeup artist Nina Greville has excelled in her field for more than 20 years. But it wasn’t until she became a mom that the world of face painting opened up a whole new avenue of creative possibilities for... Read More →

With a host of celebrity clients and career accomplishments, makeup artist Nina Greville has excelled in her field for more than 20 years. But it wasn’t until she became a mom that the world of face painting... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Paul Clark

Write Now!

Historian and author Paul F. Clark strikes a pose in front of the Plaza Historic District commemorative wall at Almond and South Glassell where his name is listed as a contributing citizen. His new book reveals the life and times of his great grandmother, Mary... Read More →

Historian and author Paul F. Clark strikes a pose in front of the Plaza Historic District commemorative wall at Almond and South Glassell where his name is listed as a contributing citizen. His new book... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Kergan Edwards-Stout

Acclaimed LGBT author Kergan Edwards-Stout has just completed a collection of short stories for the holidays. His new book, Gifts Not Yet Given, is available at Eikon Gift & Home on South Glassell in Old Towne. In 2011, Orange County native Kergan Edwards-Stout received much acclaim for... Read More →

Acclaimed LGBT author Kergan Edwards-Stout has just completed a collection of short stories for the holidays. His new book, Gifts Not Yet Given, is available at Eikon Gift & Home on South Glassell in Old... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Joe Moreland

In his self-published memoir, Old Towne resident Joe Moreland chronicles his unorthodox childhood growing up in a vagabond family that lived on the outskirts of society. For author Joe Moreland, life in Old Towne is a far cry from his childhood in the Pacific Northwest where... Read More →

In his self-published memoir, Old Towne resident Joe Moreland chronicles his unorthodox childhood growing up in a vagabond family that lived on the outskirts of society. For author Joe Moreland, life in Old Towne is a... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Etiquette for the Business of Life

Candace Smith shares the fine art of etiquette with clients of all ages. Identifying with the struggles of learners everywhere, Candace teaches others how to easily navigate through a multi-course dinner, cocktail conversations, social introductions and more. Old Towne resident Candace Smith never felt entirely confident in social... Read More →

Candace Smith shares the fine art of etiquette with clients of all ages. Identifying with the struggles of learners everywhere, Candace teaches others how to easily navigate through a multi-course dinner, cocktail conversations, social introductions and... Read More →

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Growl Juice Pub

Taking his cue from the craft beer concept, Orange native Josh Nichols serves up 100-percent organic, cold-pressed vegetable-and-fruit juice in six packs, growlers, flights and shots. His newly opened venue is located on North Glassell in Old Towne Orange. It’s only 500 square feet, but the newly opened Growl Juice Pub packs plenty of healthy... Read More →

Taking his cue from the craft beer concept, Orange native Josh Nichols serves up 100-percent organic, cold-pressed vegetable-and-fruit juice in six packs, growlers, flights and shots. His newly opened venue is located on North Glassell in Old Towne Orange. It’s only 500 square... Read More →