OC Fair Officials Say They Have No Plans to Remove Pride Flag Amid Outcry
Culture
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Meanwhile, fair officials face ongoing questions about how they can better represent Orange County’s nonwhite communities.
Comedian Sandra De Anda Uses Online Stand-Up Shows to Raise Money For Local Charities
ARTS & CULTURE
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While the pandemic has made some find new hobbies, activist Sandra De Anda bring stand-up comedy to an online audience while also giving back to her community.
OC Fair Seeks Public Input on Removing the Pride Flag While Annual Event Faces Diversity Questions
OC Fair
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Attempts by some locals to remove the Pride Flag from the OC Fairgrounds and an identity crisis at the fair will collide on Jan. 20.
‘To Know Better’ Campaign Competition Announces Its Winners
ARTS & CULTURE
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The OC Human Relations Commission organized a student competition to design a campaign that promotes cultural acceptance and rejects hateful behavior.
Anaheim’s Little Arabia Commercial District Continues to Push City Leaders For Official Recognition
Government
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A coalition of small business owners continue to press for official recognition of their efforts despite a silent city council.
What’s Coming in Local Arts & Culture in 2021
ARTS & CULTURE
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Arts and culture organizations are moving forward with cautious optimism as events get planned for the new year. Here’s what Voice of OC writers are looking forward to.
The Year Ends with the Weeklong Celebration of Kwanzaa
ARTS & CULTURE
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Kwanzaa honors the values and practices of continental African and African-American culture while celebrating family and community.
Orange County Hanukkah Celebrations Begin, Spirits Remain Bright
ARTS & CULTURE
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“The story of Hanukkah is as relevant to COVID today as it was 2,000 years ago,” said Chabad of Laguna Niguel Rabbi Mendy Paltiel. “The message is of love over darkness, kindness over tyranny.”
Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Season in the Year of Coronavirus
ARTS & CULTURE
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Voice of OC’s arts and culture team share highlights from their beats of things to do, see and eat during this special time of the year.
Community Celebrations for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Reimagined for a Safer Holiday Season
ARTS & CULTURE
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Lots of options are available to celebrate the fall holidays in responsible, socially distanced ways.