PRIDELY - Orange County 2023

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Summit House Restaurant

Hilltop manor restaurant turning out prime rib, yorkshire pudding & more with sweeping city views.

2000 E Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton, CA 92835

Phone: (714) 671-4111 | Web: summithouse.com

Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar

Popular restaurant/bar serving modern cuisine inspired by local & seasonal ingredients.

190 S Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866

Phone: (714) 221-0680 | Web: havencraftkitchen.com

Francoli Gourmet

Classic trattoria with a Northern Italian menu features an adjoining specialty-foods shop.

100 S Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866

Phone: (714) 288-1077 | Web: francoligourmet.com

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Porch & Swing

Steaks, seafood & other farm-totable dishes in a stylish restaurant with a rustic vibe & a bar.

2010 Main St Suite 170, Irvine, CA

Gabbi’s

Mexican Kitchen

Carefully presented entrees & desserts star at this unmarked establishment with upscale cuisine.

141 S Glassell St, Orange, CA

Ironwood

Contemporary eatery featuring creative American cuisine made with garden produce, plus wines.

25250 La Paz Rd Suite 100, Laguna Hills, CA

THE RANCH Restaurant

Sophisticated mainstay features farm-fresh, seasonal steak & seafood meals in an elegant interior.

1025 E Ball Rd #101A, Anaheim, CA

Marché Moderne

Chic French establishment is a popular spot for classic entrees along with inventive small plates.

7862 E Pacific Coast Hwy, NewPort Beach, CA

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

This industrial-chic spot serving elevated Southern classics stocks an extensive array of whiskeys.

18169 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, CA

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens

Rustic, garden-style eatery with upscale, locally sourced American fare, cocktails & regional wines.

2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

The Beachcomber

A converted cottage houses this beachside eatery serving California favorites & a popular breakfast.

15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA

The Hobbit

Multicourse French-inspired meals begin in a wine cellar then move up into a refined, homey space.

2932 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869

MAY 19

27th Annual Crawfish Festival

Fresh live crawfish (MORE TENDER THAN LOBSTERS), flown in daily from Louisiana and prepared true, Louisiana-style with Cajun potatoes, corn on the cob, and tangy remoulade dipping sauce. Crawfish Festival has become a tradition to over thousands of festival goers annually. Come experience a New Orleans tradition! Learn more at crawfishfestival.com.

JUN 24

Orange County Pride Parade & Festival

OC Pride is the largest LGBT event in Orange County with more than 25,000 attendees participating in the one-day event in Downtown Santa Ana. Visitors from all over Southern California and beyond flock to our event for a vibrant day of acceptance, harmony, dancing and commemoration. Learn more at prideoc.com.

JUL 14

The Orange County Fair

The annual Orange County Fair is the premier family attraction in Southern California offering a wide variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and hands-on activities. There is something for everybody at the Fair including the summer headline concert series, working farm and petting zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games. Learn more at ocfair.com.

AUG 13

San Clemente Music Festival

A unique family-orientated event with continuous entertainment on three stages. Food booths, contests and games provided by non-profit organizations. Learn more at scchamber.com.

SEP 3

International Street Fair

International foods, crafts, folk dancing and music. Many different ethnic foods and costume. The Street Fair has become known for the variety of food reflecting cuisine from around the world. They provide food, drink, entertainment and crafts to the visitors. Learn more at orangestreetfair.

org.

OCT

13

La Habra Corn Festival

The festival includes a fall parade and two day carnival at El Centro Park. The Corn Festival Parade is open to most any group that wants to participate. Applications may be obtained at the La Habra Chamber of Commerce or from Pageantry Productions in South Gate. The parade is one of the largest daytime parades in southern California. Learn more at seecalifornia.com.

NOV 23

Turkey Trot

California’s Largest Thanksgiving Day Run Event and one of America’s Most Scenic Runs... hosted by The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce. Tour the beautiful beach, majestic cliffs and coves of Dana Point. Enjoy pounding surf, rugged cliffs, and cool ocean breezes as you sail through the Dana Point Marina, Doheny State Park and pass the historic tallship Pilgrim moored in Dana Point Harbor. Learn more at turkeytrot.com

DEC 2

Sawdust Winter Fantasy

This unique fair offers shoppers the opportunity to purchase unique artisan crafts from various local artists. Includes live entertainment, handson art projects and picture-perfect moments, the Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy will become your family’s holiday tradition. Learn more at sawdustartfestival.org.

JAN TBA (January-March)

Fiesta de las Golondrinas (Festival of the Swallows)

Fiesta de las Golondrinas is tied to the legendary return of the swallows to the Mission San Juan Capistrano on St. Joseph’s Day, March 19th. Some of the activities and events include the annual Taste of San Juan, Kids Pet Parade, El Presidente Ball, Fiesta Grande which includes the Hairiest Man & Soiled Dove Contests, and the infamous Hoosegow Day round-up. Learn more at swallowsparade.com.

FEB 25 2024

Pacific Symphony: Lantern Festival

Free Family event! Bring the entire family and join us for Pacific Symphony’s annual Lantern Festival, celebrating the Year of the Rat! The Lantern Festival, which can be traced back 2,000 years, takes place 15 days after the Lunar New Year—on the first full moon night in the lunar calendar— and marks the return of spring, representing the reunion of family. The act of lighting and appreciating lanterns is a way for people to let go of the burdens of their old selves and express their best wishes for themselves and their families for the future. Learn more at pacificsymphony.org.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

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EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control

weight

gain and compulsive

eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

THE LGBTQ CENTER OC

The LGBTQ Center OC advocates for individuals’ rights and represent the policy and legislative interests of OC’s LGBTQ community. We have programs for seniors, gay, lesbian, trans, youth, and those living with HIV. The LGBTQ Center OC offers mental health and HIV testing. www.lgbtqcenteroc.org | 714-953-LGBT (5428)

ORANGE COUNTY LGBT PRIDE

Orange County LGBT Pride’s Mission is to Strengthen the Identity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community within Orange County. We Unite LGBTQ+ People, Empower Them to Live Openly with Pride and Promote Respect for All. Part of That is Celebrating Their Vibrant Culture, Traditions and Enduring Spirit. We Also Help Provide Opportunities to Foster Tolerance, Awareness, Safety and Support in the LGBTQ+ Community While Forging Alliances with the Orange County Public at Large. www.prideoc.com | (714) 869-7392

RADIANT HEALTH CENTERS LGBTQ+ HEALTH AND HIV CARE

Radiant Health Centers provides the LGBTQ+ community medical services that are compassionate and comprehensive while continuing to serve those living with and affected by HIV. radianthealthcenters.org | (949) 809-5700

ORANGE COUNTY EQUALITY COALITION

OCEC was founded by a group of extraordinary individuals who shared the vision of a more just and equitable Orange County. Our vision it to achieve a safe, inclusive, and equitable Orange County for the LGBTQ+ community to the benefit of all. ocequality.org | (714) 248-6530

BRAD BRAFFORD LGBT CENTER ON 4TH

The Brad Brafford LGBTQ Center on 4th is the social hub for the Orange County LGBTQ community. Located in the heart of downtown Santa Ana, (named one of the top 5 great neighborhoods in the U.S.) this venture of the LGBTQ Center Orange County celebrates the culture, art, and lives of the LGBTQ community. (714) 953-5428 | lgbtqcenteroc.org