Despite its short history when compared to other winter holidays such as Christmas and Hanukkah, Kwanzaa has still come to be a special cultural holiday for African Americans and pan-Americans.
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Not Just a Shoe Brand, Orange County-based Vans Continues to Encourage Creativity and Self-Expression
Founded in Anaheim in 1966, the now globally recognized shoe brand, Vans, continues with its goal of stimulating self-expression and individuality through action sports, music, fashion and art.
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Ways OC Organizations are Providing Opportunities to Give Back This Holiday Season
Many of these local nonprofits welcome donations from community members year round to help make seasonal programs like this possible.
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Orange County Once Again Readies to Celebrate the Holidays with Music and More
Need a few ideas for getting out to celebrate the holidays? The Arts & Culture team has put together a list of their favorites for the upcoming season.
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Hanukkah Festivities Across OC: Menorah Lightings, Spin the Dreidel and More
Jewish people and others celebrate the customs of Hanukkah at various events in Orange County that highlight ancient traditions and symbols.
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Veterans and Active Military Showcase Art at Heroes Hall
Observe the artistic works of retired military service members at the latest exhibition by Heroes Hall Museum, ‘Through Their Eyes: Artwork by Active Military and Veterans’ at the OC Fair & Event Center through Jan. 20, 2022.
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Ways To Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos in Orange County
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at home, with the community at several events across Orange County or throw on a costume and relish in spooktacular festivities this Halloween season.
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Costa Mesa’s New Craft Market Highlights Local Artists
Set up by the First United Methodist Church in Costa Mesa, a new craft market featuring numerous creators and artists will take place once a month, debuting just in time for the upcoming holiday season.
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Observing the High Holidays: Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
After many of last year’s services were pushed to a virtual setting, the Jewish community across Orange County is able to attend in-person gatherings once again for this year’s high holidays.
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Crowds Keep Coming to the OC Fair, and a Closer Look at the Crafters Village
Crafters from near and far make their return to the Crafters Village at this year’s OC Fair, where vendors set up stalls and sell a variety of products, often handcrafted or homemade. Plus, recent observations on COVID-19 safety protocols at the fair.
