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Stylish Footwear Ships Free of Charge on These Three Websites

October 22, 2015 by

Ordering shoes online offers you a much wider selection and more convenience than shopping in stores, but the shipping fees can make it very expensive. Once you add up the cost of the shoes, taxes, and shipping and handling fees, those new shoes often end up costing you much more than they would in the store. Here are three popular online stores that offer the shoes without the shipping costs.

Zappos
Zappos is widely known for its vast selection of name brand shoes at affordable prices, but many shoppers don’t realize that the site doesn’t charge for shipping. Men’s, women’s and children’s shoes from brands like Nike, Steve Madden, and Sperry all ship entirely free of charge—and arrive at your doorstep within five business days. Better still, if that new pair of sneakers doesn't fit, a free return shipping label is provided.

Piperlime
Piperlime is a stylish sister site of Gap, and it offers designer women’s shoes with the same fashionable feel. There are a wide variety of trendy styles like wedge booties, wide leather sandals, and ballet flats, as well as clothing and handbags to go with them. Best of all, Piperlime also offers free shipping and returns on any order.

Shoebuy
This site operates similar to a discount warehouse, but it also offers the convenience of shopping from your computer. Shoebuy carries brands like UGG, Frye, and Clarks, and the site offers free shipping, free return shipping, and no sales tax on any purchase.

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Yost Theater: Plan a Night of Old-Fashioned Glamour

October 15, 2015 by

The Yost Theater is a historic music venue in the Santa Ana area that hosts a wide variety of performances spanning many different genres. Whether you’re in the mood to see live music, dance to music from a DJ, or even watch a burlesque show, you’ll find it at this local hotspot. The Yost is considered the oldest theater in Orange County, and it still contains the same glamorous, retro charm that it’s had since its opening in 1912. Today, there are many nationally touring bands and tribute performances held on the theater’s main stage, while on the weekends, club nights with popular area DJs turn the entire venue into a pulsating dance floor.

Aside from its musical performances, the Yost also hosts fashion shows, dance performances, and burlesque shows that promise a night of wild entertainment. There is even a gourmet restaurant inside of the theater that serves up delicious meals and beverages to go along with the show.

Yost Theater
307 N Spurgeon St
Santa Ana CA 92701
(888) 862-9573
www.yosttheater.com

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Happy Fall!

October 15, 2015 by

With Autumn just arriving, we hope everyone enjoys all of the fun this season has to offer! Happy Fall!

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Budget-Friendly Ways to Decorate for Fall

October 8, 2015 by

You might be tempted to hit the home decor store as soon as that first leaf falls from the tree, but why not try your hand at some DIY projects? If you want to get in the fall spirit without draining your bank account, use these budget-friendly tips to make your home an autumn wonderland.

Fall Pumpkin Tableau [southernliving.com]
Welcome your guests into your home with a fantastic fall vignette right in the foyer. This once uses a few seasonal gourds and miniature pie pumpkins, which only cost a few dollars at the grocery store. The rest you can get for free by simply using your own clear vases or bowls and some leafy branches from the trees outside.

Gourd and Pumpkin Lights [bhg.com]
Light up the night either inside or out by creating a stylish, chic version of the classic jack-o'-lantern. Instead of carving a face into a pumpkin, simply hollow out a few in varying sizes and place tea lights inside their openings.

Pinecone Lamp Finial [marthastewart.com]
Incorporate fall decor into even the tiniest touches in your home, such as the small piece that screws into the top of a lamp. Simply glue pinecones to the tops of all of your finials for a festive look, or even spray paint them gold or silver for a bit more glamour!

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The Olde Ship: Don’t Be a Stranger at This Neighborhood British Pub

September 24, 2015 by

Just like the old-fashioned pubs found throughout England, The Olde Ship is a lively, welcoming locale that locals love. Duck into the cottage-style building and you’ll be met with a warm, dimly lit interior that’s perfect for spending the afternoon chatting with friends over a pint of ale. The beer list is quite long at The Olde Ship, and the beers are served in extra large 20-ounce imperial pint glasses that you won’t find anywhere else in town. If beer isn’t your thing, you’ll also enjoy the impressive wine list and imported ciders.

Show up hungry and enjoy the pub lunch menu until 3 p.m., which includes British favorites like bangers and mash, cottage pie, and fish and chips. For dinner, the sandwiches, seafood and hearty dinner options are served in larger portions that will leave you feeling more than full. With affordable prices and quirky British charm, The Olde Ship is one of the best spots in Santa Ana for casual food and drink.

The Olde Ship
1120 W 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92706
(714) 550-6700
www.theoldeship.com/santa_ana.html

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Sample These Acorn Squash Recipes This Fall

September 17, 2015 by

Acorn squash is a type of winter squash with a unique dark green rind, longitudinal ridges and a yellowish-orange inside that tastes sweet and mild. This squash is so versatile that even the most novice home chef can easily prepare it in a variety of different ways. Here are just three ways to try your hand at serving acorn squash this fall.

Baked Acorn Squash [allrecipes.com]
To really get a good idea of how acorn squash tastes, you should first prepare it all by itself. This simple recipe involves baking a halved acorn squash with just a bit of butter and brown sugar to create a healthy side dish or even a unique dessert.

Acorn Squash Soup with Kale [marthastewart.com]
With a hearty texture and autumnal flavors, this soup is perfect for those chilly fall evenings. Pureeing the acorn squash is one of the best ways to prepare it for use in a soup, while adding crispy bacon and finely chopped kale adds a darker, smokier flavor that contrasts the sweetness of the squash.

Spinach and Acorn Squash Ravioli [myrecipes.com]
Acorn squash makes a wonderful filling for pasta, and in this creative recipe it’s blended with creamy ricotta cheese and chopped spinach for added flavor. Plus, using wonton wrappers instead of the usual pasta dough saves on calories, and it’s much easier than rolling out that dough by hand.

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River View Golf Course: Set a Tee Time With Your Golf Buddies

September 10, 2015 by

If you’re a golf fan in the Santa Ana area, River View Golf Course is one of the best places in town set a tee time. This scenic course is well equipped with all of the essential golf facilities, including an 18-hole, 6,190-yard course that is well maintained. The matching 18-hole putting course is the largest in the area, and there is even a driving range if you want to practice your swing before playing.

If you’re looking for a place to stock up on golf supplies, the well-stocked pro shop contains equipment, appare,l and gifts for golf lovers from all of the top brands. Once you finish a day out on the course, stop in to the on-site Niblick Bar and Grill from a filling breakfast, a casual, affordable lunch, or an icy-cold beer out on the sunny patio.

River View Golf Course
1800 W Santa Clara Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
(714) 543-1115
www.riverviewgolf.com

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Happy Labor Day!

September 7, 2015 by

Wishing everyone a happy and relaxing Labor Day!

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Take Your Morning Jog Through the Lemon Orchard at Citrus Ranch Park

September 3, 2015 by

Not everyone is lucky enough to be able to jog through a grove of lemon trees every morning, but as a resident of Tustin, you are. Citrus Ranch Park is named for its lemon tree orchard, which emanates a sweet, mood-boosting scent as you stroll or run right through. Some people fill their homes with citrusy aromas in order to foster a happy atmosphere, but Citrus Ranch Park has the natural air freshener built right into the landscape.

If you have kids, however, the playground might entice them more than the lemon grove. It's spread out atop a cushy, colorful play surface that's soft enough for your kids to go barefoot (as many do). Keep a close eye while they swing toward the sky, zip down a bright orange slide, or simply scamper up and down the ramps and stairs woven throughout the jungle gym.

Citrus Ranch Park
2910 Portoia Parkway
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 573-3326
www.tustinca.org/departments/parksrec/parks/citrusranch.html
www.yelp.com/biz/citrus-ranch-park-tustin

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Order the Hainan Chicken at O’Shine Taiwanese Kitchen

August 27, 2015 by

Juicy chunks of chicken piled alongside a heap of rice, simmered in gingery chicken broth, and a healthy serving of pickled veggies. These are the components that comprise the hainan chicken, perhaps the most popular dish at O'Shine Taiwanese Kitchen, according to Yelp reviews. Served with a pair of exotic sauces for dipping, the hainan chicken epitomizes the authentic Asian fare you can expect at O'Shine.

Another highly recommended dish is the pork chop rice, a mound of lightly breaded pork served alongside cooked veggies and, again, the sweet-savory rice. You also might want to try the sizzling plate with an unusual pairing of spaghetti, fish, and green veggies, or one of the many classic Taiwanese noodle soups. The complex soups teem with your choice of meat, perhaps beef or pork chop, and ample noodles and veggies. The entire slate of international dishes awaits at O'Shine Taiwanese Kitchen in Tustin.

O'Shine Taiwanese Kitchen
13834 Red Hill Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 852-3383
www.facebook.com/oshinekitchen
www.yelp.com/biz/o-shine-taiwanese-kitchen-tustin-2

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