Articles

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Making Memories in Old Towne Orange

When renovating their historic Craftsman home on West Palmyra, the Wencels chose “Fern Green” for the exterior paint in keeping with authentic colors of the period. White-and-black trim enhance the home’s details. - - - - Retirees John and Sheri Wencel have fully embraced life... Read More →

When renovating their historic Craftsman home on West Palmyra, the Wencels chose “Fern Green” for the exterior paint in keeping with authentic colors of the period. White-and-black trim enhance the home’s details. - - -... Read More →

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Bagel Me!

Now in Old Towne Orange

Bagel Me! Owners Alex and Pattie Córdova, along with staff, show off their eatery’s creations. Pictured here (from left) are Alex, Pattie, with Manager Yolanda Garcia, Cook Carina Jaimes and Manager Deisy Lopez. The Córdovas say that in addition to expanding their menu, they are... Read More →

Bagel Me! Owners Alex and Pattie Córdova, along with staff, show off their eatery’s creations. Pictured here (from left) are Alex, Pattie, with Manager Yolanda Garcia, Cook Carina Jaimes and Manager Deisy Lopez. The Córdovas... Read More →

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Love & Lace Bridal Salon

Now in Old Towne Orange

Love & Lace Bridal Salon Manager Ashley Harrison (on left) and Founder Ramona Southard are ready to welcome customers who want non-traditional wedding dresses. “Once you’re one of our brides, there’s a community and a continued legacy you build with us,” says Harrison. - -... Read More →

Love & Lace Bridal Salon Manager Ashley Harrison (on left) and Founder Ramona Southard are ready to welcome customers who want non-traditional wedding dresses. “Once you’re one of our brides, there’s a community and a... Read More →

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Culinary Dropout

Now in Old Towne Orange

Culinary Dropout Executive Chef Lewis Chan displays the wide range of the restaurant’s food and beverage options. This is the chain’s 16th location nationwide, but only the second in California, with the company looking to expand to new spots that feel intentional and connected to... Read More →

Culinary Dropout Executive Chef Lewis Chan displays the wide range of the restaurant’s food and beverage options. This is the chain’s 16th location nationwide, but only the second in California, with the company looking to... Read More →

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Bound by Books

Novel Born of a Ghost Story Anchors Chapman Book Club Event

On a frigid November night along the shoreline of south Quebec’s St. Lawrence River, Cheryl Gale found inspiration in a ghost story surrounding an old sea captain and a murderer. The story haunted Gale so much that she turned it into a historical fiction novel... Read More →

On a frigid November night along the shoreline of south Quebec’s St. Lawrence River, Cheryl Gale found inspiration in a ghost story surrounding an old sea captain and a murderer. The story haunted Gale so... Read More →

131 - Jan / Feb 26

Adam Jevec, Orange Police Chief

Guiding Orange Forward

Overseeing just shy of 300 people, including sworn and professional staff and volunteers, Police Chief Adam Jevec prioritizes the OPD’s value statement, “dedicated to service.” Says Jevec: “We hire, train, retain and promote excellent people who reduce crime, address quality of life issues and deliver... Read More →

Overseeing just shy of 300 people, including sworn and professional staff and volunteers, Police Chief Adam Jevec prioritizes the OPD’s value statement, “dedicated to service.” Says Jevec: “We hire, train, retain and promote excellent people... Read More →

130 - Nov / Dec 25

Orange Unified Public School Foundation

Pathways to Possibilities

The Orange Unified Public Schools Foundation (OUPSF) hosted the second annual Celebration of Schools on October 15, 2025, at Villa Park High School. This year’s event, themed “Pathways to Possibilities,” highlights the exceptional educational programs, resources and achievements across all levels of learning within the... Read More →

The Orange Unified Public Schools Foundation (OUPSF) hosted the second annual Celebration of Schools on October 15, 2025, at Villa Park High School. This year’s event, themed “Pathways to Possibilities,” highlights the exceptional educational programs,... Read More →

130 - Nov / Dec 25

Secrets that Remain: The Emil Fricker Story

by Julie Bawden-Davis & Lynn Rose Ann Kelley

One of my favorite parts of being editor of the Old Towne Orange Plaza Review is how deeply rooted our publication is in history. We shine a light on the people and stories that shaped our town and continue to give it heart today. Orange... Read More →

One of my favorite parts of being editor of the Old Towne Orange Plaza Review is how deeply rooted our publication is in history. We shine a light on the people and stories that shaped... Read More →

130 - Nov / Dec 25

Hilbert Museum of California Art

"Side by Side" A Dialog Between Two Great Collections

At the Hilbert Museum of California Art in Orange, two remarkable art collections come together in a unique visual conversation. “Side by Side: Paintings from the Bank of America Collection and the Hilbert Collection” (on view through January 25, 2026) pairs masterworks by leading California... Read More →

At the Hilbert Museum of California Art in Orange, two remarkable art collections come together in a unique visual conversation. “Side by Side: Paintings from the Bank of America Collection and the Hilbert Collection” (on... Read More →

130 - Nov / Dec 25

St. Norbert Catholic School

Nurturing Faith, Inspired Action & Academic Excellence

For 60 years, St. Norbert Catholic School has been more than just a place of learning, it has been a second home for generations of many families in Orange. From its modest beginnings to its vibrant present, the school has carried on a legacy of... Read More →

For 60 years, St. Norbert Catholic School has been more than just a place of learning, it has been a second home for generations of many families in Orange. From its modest beginnings to its... Read More →