Local bookstores turn a new page following a global pandemic.
Category: Health & Wellness
Posted inHousing & Homelessness
Orange County Approves $3 Million Homeless Prevention Pilot Program
The new assistance program could help over 200 residents keep their housing, but it’s unclear how long the program will last.
Posted inEquality & Equity
Orange County’s Children Confront Poverty, Hunger and Absenteeism
While child poverty has decreased, a new report from the county highlights how thousands of children are still barely getting by.
Posted inHealth & Wellness
The 2023 Food Cliff: Orange County Continues Confronting High Food Demand
Amid the holiday season, OC food bank and pantry leaders expect to see the elevated need for food locally continue into 2024.
Posted inCountywide
Mobile Library Expands Access to Seniors, Low Income OC Residents
OC Public Libraries Mobile Library Program increases access to library resources across the county, despite staffing and accessibility challenges.
Posted inCountywide
Free Things To Do This Weekend Across Orange County
Bilingual storytimes. Family hikes. Movie screenings and festive holiday events. These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.
Posted inCulture
OC Jewish Community Celebrates Hanukkah – a Festival of Lights
Tens of thousands of Jewish residents in Orange County are kicking off Hanukkah celebrations amid a sharp spike in antisemitism locally and violence in the Middle East.
Posted inHealth & Wellness
Santana: Orange County Highlights Need to Confront The Veteran Suicide Crisis
A three-day summit in Irvine and Newport Beach aims at spurring tough conversations about how to support veterans transitioning back into civilian life.
Posted inCountywide
Free Things To Do This Weekend Across Orange County
Family story times. Painting parties and charcuterie-building workshops.These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.
Posted inOutdoors
Irvine Shoots Down Plastics Ban For Now, Keeps Studying Issue
City council members backed off the proposed single use plastics ban after complaints from local businesses they hadn’t done enough to engage the community.
