Articles

100 - Nov / Dec 20

with Jenny McCandless

Homeowner Jenny McCandless fashioned her 1970s-era house after the arts & crafts movement. The impressive remodel showcases wood shingles, tapered trim and an expansive front porch accented in slate. Jenny’s father’s 1963 Corvette is parked on the cobblestone-style driveway. It’s no coincidence that gorgeous tile... Read More →

Homeowner Jenny McCandless fashioned her 1970s-era house after the arts & crafts movement. The impressive remodel showcases wood shingles, tapered trim and an expansive front porch accented in slate. Jenny’s father’s 1963 Corvette is parked... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Jaxon's Scratch-Made Chix Tenders

Providing Flavorful Opportunities

Joseph Mahon, who created both Burger Parlor and the newly opened Jaxon’s Scratch-Made Chix Tenders, holds two baskets of his homemade chicken tenders. As he transitioned from burgers to chicken, Mahon says he knew he wanted to keep his business in Old Towne because of... Read More →

Joseph Mahon, who created both Burger Parlor and the newly opened Jaxon’s Scratch-Made Chix Tenders, holds two baskets of his homemade chicken tenders. As he transitioned from burgers to chicken, Mahon says he knew he... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Richard Turner

Advocating an Ancient Contemplative Practice

In our current troubled era, beset by a worldwide pandemic, political unrest and environmental disasters, people seem to be turning to calming, often ancient and time-honored practices: meditation, yoga, various forms of spirituality. So, it seems timely that an acclaimed Orange artist is advocating a... Read More →

In our current troubled era, beset by a worldwide pandemic, political unrest and environmental disasters, people seem to be turning to calming, often ancient and time-honored practices: meditation, yoga, various forms of spirituality. So, it... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Old Towne Orange Plaza Review

Our 100th Edition!

Old Towne Orange Plaza Review Nineteen years ago, the Old Towne Orange Plaza Review was an eight-page newsletter with only two colors. Now, 100 editions later, the community publication has grown to a full-color, 40-page paper filled with dozens of articles and distributed to 35,000... Read More →

Old Towne Orange Plaza Review Nineteen years ago, the Old Towne Orange Plaza Review was an eight-page newsletter with only two colors. Now, 100 editions later, the community publication has grown to a full-color, 40-page... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Lawrence (LB) Brown, PharmD, PhD

Vice Provost for Academic Administration

Lawrence (LB) Brown, PharmD, PhD When Chapman University’s Vice Provost for Academic Administration, Lawrence (LB) Brown, left the School of Pharmacy to take the administrative position in June 2019, he was somewhat apprehensive about the move. “Up until that point, my life had been about... Read More →

Lawrence (LB) Brown, PharmD, PhD When Chapman University’s Vice Provost for Academic Administration, Lawrence (LB) Brown, left the School of Pharmacy to take the administrative position in June 2019, he was somewhat apprehensive about the... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 2020

The Might that Survives

with the Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education

During trying times, it becomes especially valuable to pay attention to our history. It is in reflection we discover how humanity has survived past challenges. Crucial in that endeavor are courage and empathy. Chapman University’s Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education is focusing their Fall Series... Read More →

During trying times, it becomes especially valuable to pay attention to our history. It is in reflection we discover how humanity has survived past challenges. Crucial in that endeavor are courage and empathy. Chapman University’s... Read More →

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Clyde San Juan

Eye of the 'Tiger'

In his profile on Amazon.com, Clyde San Juan is described as an “author and illustrator, backpacker on crooked trails, amateur photographer and, more recently, creativity encourager.” He is and has been all of those. And more. “Currently, I’m an author and teacher,” says San Juan,... Read More →

In his profile on Amazon.com, Clyde San Juan is described as an “author and illustrator, backpacker on crooked trails, amateur photographer and, more recently, creativity encourager.” He is and has been all of those. And... Read More →

99 - Aug / Sep 20

Zito's New York Style Pizza

Celebrates an Anniversary of Note

The quality of the food and the friendliness of the employees have been important ingredients to the Zito’s experience, says Steve Silverstein, who opened his first Orange pizzeria in the late 1980s. “I’ve been fortunate to have seen two generations of customers—parents who came in... Read More →

The quality of the food and the friendliness of the employees have been important ingredients to the Zito’s experience, says Steve Silverstein, who opened his first Orange pizzeria in the late 1980s. “I’ve been fortunate... Read More →

99 - Aug / Sep 20

Meaningful Conversations

with Le Van Khoa and John Goosman

Across the world, Le Van Khoa is known for his music. He has composed more than 600 arrangements and compositions. Locally in Little Saigon (Orange County), he hosted the radio show “Music in Our Life.” His commitment to photography has also won him numerous awards.... Read More →

Across the world, Le Van Khoa is known for his music. He has composed more than 600 arrangements and compositions. Locally in Little Saigon (Orange County), he hosted the radio show “Music in Our Life.”... Read More →

99 - Aug / Sep 20

Moana Nui School of Polynesian Dance

Making a Positive Impact

Sheila Vaiura Walstead dances at a Moana Nui event. Walstead’s Tahitian name, Vaiura, means “sacred water,” so when she developed her own studio, she took the water inspiration to create the name Moana Nui, which translates to “vast ocean.” - - - - Moana Nui... Read More →

Sheila Vaiura Walstead dances at a Moana Nui event. Walstead’s Tahitian name, Vaiura, means “sacred water,” so when she developed her own studio, she took the water inspiration to create the name Moana Nui, which... Read More →