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JOY TO THE WORLD! HOLIDAY CONCERTS WITH PACIFIC SYMPHONY Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.

Classical Series BEETHOVEN & RACHMANINOFF Dec. 11-13, 8 p.m.

Carl St.Clair, conductor Alain Lefèvre, piano Savor two giant works of the repertoire: Beethoven’s exuberant and joyful symphony, with its kinetic, frenetic power (The composer himself called it “one of my best works”) and Rachmaninoff’s enduringly popular piano concerto. Before that, Pacific Symphony’s composer-in-residence offers a tribute to Music Director Carl St.Clair on the occasion of his 25th anniversary.

Prangcharoen: Illuminating Journey Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 Family Musical Mornings NUTCRACKER FOR KIDS Dec. 13, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

Alejandro Gutiérrez, conductor Charlotte Rubino, narrator Festival Ballet Theatre Bree Burgess Rossen, script writer and stage director Visions of sugarplums will dance in your head after seeing Tchaikovsky’s

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Richard Kaufman, conductor Sandi Patty, vocalist Jamie Farr, narrator A wholesome, uplifting holiday concert for the entire family. Sandi Patty’s angelic voice has earned her

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7 Ways to Cut Your Holiday Expenses

By Jason Alderman When it comes to holiday spending, waiting in store lines all night and jostling for discounts will mean very little if you don’t have a budget that shapes your finances year-round.

With the average U.S. household spending $600-$700 in 2014 for the holidays, putting that money together shouldn’t be a game of chance. Here are some tips to get it right: 1. Before you make a list, plan.

How’s your debt? Do you have an emergency fund or any savings put aside? Start the holiday season by getting a handle on what you owe and what you’re spending day-today. Then plan a holiday budget (www.practicalmoneyskills.com/ YourHolidayBudget) as early as possible that allows you to spend wisely.

2. See what spending is really necessary. It’s tough to cut young kids off a gift list, so turn to the adults. If your finances are limited, it’s worth asking adult friends and family members if they’d consider a gift swap or forego gifts altogether. They might

actually think it’s a good idea.

3. Attack your everyday expenses.

Want to afford the holidays? Consider evaluating some expensive habits. Try reducing the amount you are spending on expensive nights out. Cook at home and bring your lunch to work.

Use public transportation. Compare and cut your auto and home insurance premiums. Turn down the thermostat, dump magazine subscriptions, gym memberships and any other budget item you’re not using. You’ll find that savings build quickly.

4. Browse before you buy. Assuming you’ve made a tight gift list, create a gift budget (www.practicalmoneyskills. com/YourGiftLog) tracking precisely what you’re willing to pay for every item. For must-have, non-negotiable gifts, you may have to pounce before Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday and Monday for both price and selection. Also, don’t forget to budget for holiday entertainment www.practicalmoneyskills.com/ EntertainmentPlanner). It’s a potentially huge cost. Plan ahead and don’t waver.

5. Create your own Holiday Club.

Online savings and money market accounts can allow you to set aside your holiday budget in small amounts throughout the year and they’ll pay better rates than the last few banks offering Holiday Club savings accounts.

6. Watch gas and shipping. Smart shoppers weigh the value of store trips versus online shopping. They also keep an eagle eye for advertised online and shipping discounts. Sign up for special deals and coupons, consolidate in-person trips to stores and make sure you review return policies at online and bricks-andmortar stores before you buy. Paying return fees or missing a window to return a gift entirely can cost big money.

7. Keep good records. Whether you track your finances on paper or on a computer, develop a system that allows you to match your holiday list to what you spend every year.

Good recordkeeping not only allows you to track the numbers, but also prevents you from duplicating gifts or

overspending year to year. And it’s always a good idea to keep a list of what you get from others to make sure you’re thanking people appropriately.

Finally, consider whether it’s worth making new holiday traditions that go beyond gift giving. Some families consider contributing throughout the year to a joint vacation or reunion fund to bring everyone together. You might also consider the needs of aging or needy relatives who need assistance with chores, transportation or pet care. The holidays are what you make them.

This Holiday, Give More During this hectic holiday shopping season, the best gifts for friends and family are not only wonderful to receive, but also give back to children who need help.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) works in more than 190 countries and territories to save and improve children’s lives, providing medicine, clean water, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. This year, the organization is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural UNICEF Market, an online holiday marketplace which benefits the organization’s work for children, featuring gifts from around the globe, from hand-crafted jewelry, home accents and accessories, to books that will inspire readers.

Give an inspired gift For a truly unique gift experience, shoppers can purchase UNICEF Inspired Gifts in their loved one’s name. From packages providing lifesaving nutrition to vaccines and mosquito nets, you can find more ways to help children at www. inspiredgifts.org.

The organization also offers a variety of boxed holiday cards ($10 to $20) that can be purchased online and through Pier 1 Imports, IKEA, Barnes and Noble and select Hallmark Gold Crown stores. Pier 1 Imports and IKEA will donate 100% Page 4

of the purchase price from the sale of each greeting card to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF. To shop online, visit market.unicefusa.org.

The perfect gift for the book lover, Caryl Stern’s memoir “I Believe in ZERO: Learning from the World’s Children,” takes readers on journeys through Africa, South America, and South and East Asia to experience the lives of women and children. The author has chosen to donate 100 percent of the royalties she would have received to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF. Other ways to support For more than 20 years, Pier 1 Imports and UNICEF have held a greeting card contest with the winning design being reproduced as the organization’s official greeting card.

The winning card is sold exclusively at stores nationwide and on pier1.com with 100 percent of the purchase price going to the organization.

IKEA’s global “Soft Toys for Education” campaign has raised more than $90 million to help provide a quality education to 11 million children in 46 countries. From November 9 to January 3, for every soft toy or children’s book sold in IKEA stores, the IKEA Foundation will donate one euro (approximately $1.30) to support UNICEF and Save the Children’s global education programs. The Soft

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Toys for Education collection includes a wide range of woodland and fairy tale creatures with accompanying story books. The 2014 collection includes newcomers such as KATTUGGLA the soft toy owl and PIPHARE the soft toy rabbit. For more information, visit www.ikeafoundation.org.

K.I.N.D: Kids in Need of Desks offers desks ($65 each) for children in schools in Malawi, where four out of five students do not have a desk or chair. In addition, the fund is providing scholarships for girls in the country.

A donation of $177 delivers one year of education, and is available for purchase at http://inspiredgifts. unicefusa.org/shop/schools.

This holiday season, as travelers visit loved ones around the globe, they can use their spare currency to make a difference in the lives of children in need. Through UNICEF’s Change for Good program on American Airlines, travelers can make donations of foreign and domestic currency on select international flights or at Admirals Club and Flagship Lounges.

Through Delta’s SkyWish program, SkyMiles® members can donate their unused frequent flier miles to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF for travel in support of UNICEF’s lifesaving work for children. As part of a long-standing partnership of over a decade between the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and Delta,

this is a simple way for SkyMiles® members to put their unused miles to good use this holiday season. For more information or to donate miles, visit www.delta.com/skywish.

Through Dec. 31, 2014, donations to UNICEF’s education programs in Syria will be matched one-for-one

by Western Union, aiming to raise a total of $100,000 to support education programs in and around Syria. As part of its broader Education for Better Fund, Western Union has committed a minimum of $50,000 to support UNICEF’s efforts to provide education to children in Syria and neighboring countries. In the U.S., donations can be made via westernunion.com using a credit card or debit card. For more information or to donate, please visit www.westernunion.com/donate.

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Unique , Fun- ctional Gifts for Kids If you’re looking for a unique alternative to the traditional trucks and dolls, a holiday gift that is both fun and functional is an ideal way to treat the kids on your shopping list this year.

A present that is fun and has a purpose lets you get creative as you tackle holiday shopping, and feel good about giving a gift that can be used rather than being added to the already overwhelming mountain of toys and gadgets gracing most kids’ bedrooms.

Start by gathering some basic details about the kids you’re buying for: favorite colors, sports teams, activities and so on. Ask parents for ideas that fall more toward “needs” than “wants” and you’ll be on your way.

For some added inspiration, consider these unique but usable kid-friendly gift ideas: Bedding: For a child who has recently transitioned from a crib to toddler bed or toddler bed to bigkid bed, sheets are a way to honor this exciting milestone. Choose an appealing design, such as a beloved character, to maximize the fun factor.

You can easily find sets under $30 at nearly any major retailer.

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Outdoor gear: After months back in school, the holiday break may be the first extended period the kids on your list get to spend outside. Send them out to the elements in style with outerwear appropriate for your climate, such as matching scarf and gloves, new snow boots or a warm and cozy coat. You’re sure to find

what you need at nearly any price point, from $5 for gloves up to $50 or more for a quality coat at most general retailers, clothing or sporting goods stores.

Activity books: Make learning fun with age-appropriate books that offer interactive activities such as connectthe-dots, coloring, mazes and more for toddlers, and phonics, math and other subjects for the older kids. For an added touch, throw in a whimsical set of markers or crayons (parents will thank you if they’re washable). A book or two will run less than $10 at most major retailers.

Regardless of your budget, you can find fun and functional gifts for the youngest kids on your holiday shopping list that they’ll be excited to receive and you can feel good about giving.

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Gracious etiquette tips to survive holiday gatherings Whether you are hosting a fantastic holiday gathering or you’re the gracious guest, ask yourself this question: Are you comfortable with your knowledge of etiquette?

Are you confident in your table manners or do you admit you take your cue by watching those around you?

“It seems so many people only think about etiquette during the holidays and then the pressure is on to be perfect,” says etiquette coach Dubravka Vujinovic. “But proper manners should be important at every meal, whether you are sitting down to a formal gathering or casual dinner with friends.”

Vujinovic is one of the etiquette experts at North Carolina-based Replacements, Ltd., the world’s largest retailer of old and new china, crystal, silver and collectibles.

This time of year the company is bombarded with inquiries from

those needing a crash course in proper social graces and entertaining. Questions range from how to set the table, to the best way to serve the perfect meal.

Vujinovic offers these suggestions for your next event. * Break out the buffet Buffets settings are becoming increasingly popular. In this style of setting the host places the food, dinnerware and utensils on a sideboard or table and guests serve themselves.

“I love buffets, because they are so stress-free for me as a hostess,” says Vujinovic. “Since the food is already on the serving table, I don’t have to keep running back and forth to the kitchen to keep bringing out different courses or dishes; I can relax and enjoy the evening. On the other hand, as a guest, I like buffets because this setting allows me to eat the food I want; I don’t feel obligated to have to sample everything that is being passed around the table.”

If you’re hosting a s e a t e d b u ff e t , w a t e r glasses should be filled and on the table before your guests sit down to their meal. Guests should be guided to pick up their dinnerware and

place it at their individual setting. * Set the perfect table If you opt to set your table in advance or if you’re a buffet guest setting your own place setting, remember, forks go to the left, knives then spoons to the right.

The sharp side of the knife blade should be turned toward the dinner plate. And remember, only include utensils in your place setting that will be used for the courses you are serving; extra pieces may confuse your guests.

The bread plate goes on the left of the dinner plate, glasses on the right.

Don’t panic if you aren’t sure about the proper place setting for each meal. Vujinovic says you can find “cheat sheets” or place setting guides for various meals on the company’s website, replacements.com, under the site’s “neat things” tab. * Tips for hosts and guests Remember, the host/hostess always sits last. That person will let you know when it’s OK to begin eating. They may offer a blessing or statement or perhaps start by passing a dish.

Always pass food around the table counter clockwise to your right and refrain from serving yourself first. Pass the salt and pepper as a set, even if you’re only asked for one.

If you’re not sure which utensil to use with each course, start on the outside and work in toward the dinner plate.

Don’t cut more than one or two bites of food at a time, and never butter an entire roll or piece of bread. Instead, pinch off pieces small enough for one or two bites and butter those first.

If you need to excuse yourself temporarily, place your napkin on your chair to indicate you will be coming back. Signify you’re finished with the meal by placing your napkin to the left of the dinner plate, and your fork and knife side by side diagonally across your plate with the sharp side of the knife blade facing inward and the fork tines up.

Turn your cellphone on vibrate or don’t even bring it to the table.

Enjoy the company of those around you.

And what if you commit a major holiday fumble by accidently breaking a piece of the host’s dinnerware?

“You should certainly offer to replace the broken piece, especially if it has sentimental value for the host or hostess. If you don’t know the name of the pattern or the manufacturer, Replacements offers a free pattern identification service that is a valuable resource,” says Vujinovic.

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION “HANDEL’S GLORIOUS MESSIAH”!

Rejoice in the inspired melodies and theatrical mastery of “Handel’s Glorious Messiah” when Pacific Symphony performs the Baroque masterpiece as a festive prelude to Christmas and the celebration of Christ’s birth. A holiday tradition across the world, “Messiah” has been performed for more than 250 years, but with each new conductor, orchestra and soloists, it becomes a fresh and newly invigorating experience. Austrian conductor Christoph Campestrini leads the Symphony along with Pacific Chorale and a host of globally distinguished soloists including soprano Katherine Whyte, mezzo-soprano Claire Shackleton, tenor Steven Tharp and baritone Richard Zeller. Full of exciting choral writing, thundering timpani and blazing trumpets, “Messiah” energizes its audience and leaves them singing, “Hallelujah!” Handel’s popular oratorio takes place at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25-$99. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 7555799 or visit www.PacificSymphony. org.

“It is always a great joy for me to conduct this beautiful masterpiece,” says Maestro Campestrini. “It is such a moving experience to tell together with the soloists, the chorus and the orchestra the ancient story of Jesus’ life, expressed in this most personal artistic statement of Handel. He had just recovered from a stroke when he set these words to music, and the gratitude for having regained his health again is deeply felt in this music.”

Handel was born at the peak of the Baroque era, and he produced many operas before creating “Messiah,” which he compiled solely with biblical references. He was known as the “master of sacred and secular music,” and his talent of composing for voice and instrument shines in this most famous oratorio through the telling of Christ’s narrative. His talent in this piece seems as though it is “divine inspiration,” with a clear message of religion and exclamation of God’s glory.

“This work has the great spiritual depth of a liturgical masterwork, but as Handel was also one of the most prominent opera composers of his time, it also contains the drama and excitement of a fascinating and thrilling story,” says Campestrini. “In a performance, it can be a uniquely moving experience when performers unite in one musical spirit and reach

out to the audience.”

In this year’s rendition, Campestrini aims to keep the piece sounding new by studying past interpretations to gain a better understanding of Handel’s great work. Just like there are different versions of a movie, every conductor gives his unique take on a piece. It is an exciting experience to hear how a new conductor chooses to interpret the music, and how his past experiences are observed in the present performance.

“To keep a musical work of the past fresh is one of the most important challenges for any performer,” says Campestrini. “With repeated performances of a work such as in this case, I study the circumstances of its composition more in depth each time, so that the interpretation as a whole will benefit. In Baroque music it is also quite fascinating to study what early music groups have done in their exploration of this repertoire and to incorporate some of these elements also in performances of traditional symphony orchestras. The combination of both of these worlds can be a wonderful experience.”

Campestrini has conducted more than 120 orchestras across five continents, including the London Symphony Orchestra, Moscow Radio Symphony, Vienna Radio Symphony, Prague Philharmonia and the Queensland Philharmonic in Australia. He is also an accomplished opera conductor and has worked with well-known soloists Julian Rachlin, Rudolf Buchbinder, Alisa Weilerstein and Julia Fischer.

In the past few years, Campestrini has proven his talent in the United States, and currently leads orchestras reaching from Philadelphia to Chicago. Along with these, he has performed with the Vancouver Symphony and the Calgary Philharmonic.

He has previously performed with the Orchestre Symphonique de Quebec and Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra on a return invitation, and toured Austria multiple times with the Polish National Radio Symphony Katowice and the Wiener Concertverein, along with debut performances in Taiwan and China. Campestrini furthermore recorded music for labels and radio stations in Munich and Heidelberg, Germany; Austria; and the Czech Republic.

Soprano Katherine Whyte has performed in her native country of Canada, the United States and Europe. Her most recent performances include the role of Donna Anna in “Don Giovanni,” as well as a solo-

ist in Beethoven’s Mass in C Major and Handel’s “Messiah.” Whyte has sung with many groups, including the Vancouver Opera, Houston Symphony, and the National Chorale and New Chorale Society. She made her debut as the title role in Canadian Opera Company’s “Iphigénie en Tauride.” Previously, she performed Strauss’ “Die ägyptische Helena” with the Metropolitan Opera as well as “Le Nozze di Figaro” with the Virginia Opera and “Rigoletto” with the English National Opera. She performed Mozart’s Requiem and Handel’s “Messiah” with the Houston Symphony, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 with the National Chorale and Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, and Brahms’ “Ein deutsches Requiem” with the Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional de Costa Rica. Whyte won the Alice Tully Recital Competition and played a solo recital at Weill Hall in 2008.

Mezzo-soprano Claire Shackleton earned her master of music degree at the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she played roles consisting of Der Komponist in “Ariadne auf Naxos” and Dorabella in “Cosí fan tutte.” Shackleton also performed Ravel’s “Shéhérazade” and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in concert at the conservatory. She is praised for her colorful tone and eye-catching stage presence. Her appearances for the 2014-15 season include Mercédés in “Carmen” with the New Orleans Opera, Annio in “La Clemenza di Tito” with Opera in the Heights and Bach’s Mass in B Minor with the Louisiana Philharmonic.

She was recently named Young Artist of the Year at Central City Opera in 2013, and has received awards from the Shreveport Opera Singer of the Year Competition and FrancoAmerican Vocal Academy Grand Concours de Chant.

Tenor Steven Tharp is recognized worldwide for his knowledge in a wide variety of repertoire and his sweet-

sounding voice. Noticed by The New Yorker and Opera News, Tharp’s voice has been called, “sweetness,” “strong, free and…lyrical in utterance.” Some of his previous performance repertoire includes the roles of Jaquino in “Fidelio,” Nemorino in “L’Elisir d’Amore” and Lysander in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” He has appeared in concert with orchestral groups such as the New York Philharmonic, Royal Philharmonic and Cincinnati Symphony. He has performed more than 50 operatic roles, although his strength lies in pieces by Mozart and Handel. To further his success, Tharp’s world-premiere recording of Edward MacDowell songs, accompanied by James Barbagallo, earned him a Grammy-Award nomination, and he is soon to record a classical piece by Schubert on CD. Tharp has even added stage direction as one of his accomplishments in productions such as the Manhattan School of Music’s Handel Project, which included “Alcina” and “Ariodante.”

Baritone Richard Zeller is commended globally for both his concert and opera roles. Some of his better known roles are Marcello in “La Bohéme,” Ernesto in “Il Pirata” and Eddie in “A View from the Bridge.”

He has worked with the Scottish Opera, Hamburgische Staatsoper, Deutsche Oper am Rhein, the Lyric Opera of Chicago and the San Diego Opera, performing operas such as “La Traviata,” “Boris Godunov” and “Andrea Chénier.” His appearances on stage include Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” with the Chicago Symphony, “Les Troyens” with the Boston Symphony, Handel’s “Messiah” with the Philadelphia Orchestra and “Carmina Burana” with the Buffalo Philharmonic and Huntsville Symphony. In this 2014-15 season, Zeller rejoins the Oregon Symphony to perform Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 as well as “Elijah” with the Park Bach Festival.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of OC Raises over $900,000 to Benefit Youth Melissa Beck and Moustafa Imam Referred to as the “premier networking event in Orange County,” nonprofit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County celebrated its 50th Annual “Gourmet Dinner” black-tie gala at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach with more than 450 of Southern California’s top business and community leaders, who helped to raise over $900,000 to benefit the organization’s professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships to change atrisk youth lives for the better.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County’s largest annual fundraiser offered a swanky and rat pack-vibe and featured liquor tastings, including with a monogrammed ice sculpture, a hand rolled cigar bar, and beautiful, luxury cars. Attendees had the opportunity to also don Black, Starr & Frost diamonds in the liquor and cigar lounge.

Dinner by classically trained executive chef Vincent Lesage was served, including an entrée of pan-seared filet mignon with truffle perigourdine sauce and béarnaise with gratin dauphenoise and green asparagus, and dessert of salted caramel macadamia nut torte with espresso anglaise.

During the event, Auction.com Chairman and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County Board Member of 25 years Rob Friedman was honored with the Joel K. Rubenstein Award, which is presented to those who have demonstrated loyal and profound passion for Big Brothers Big Sisters and made a lasting and permanent impact on the organization.

A Newport Beach and a Nellie Gail Ranch resident, Friedman is a major financial supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, including with Irvine-based Auction.com being an ongoing presenting sponsor for the nonprofit’s events, such as the Gourmet Dinner. More so, he also provided the first challenge gift for the nonprofit’s capital expansion campaign, and through Auction.com is donating $750,000 for a new building which will enable the organization to grow its mentorship services by 100% over a decade. Additionally, Friedman has been the principal funder of the “Big” recruitment campaign, recognizing that one of the largest needs of the organization is finding dynamic and committed male volunteers.

“We are deeply grateful to our supporters who help us provide the priceless experience of a mentorship match to our “Littles,” and thrilled to have celebrated our 50th anniversary of our largest annual fundraiser, the Gourmet Dinner,” said Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County CEO Melissa Beck. “We are especially excited to have honored Rob Friedman with the much-deserved Joel K. Rubenstein Award. If I could clone one person, it would be Rob Friedman. He is an invaluable supporter of our organization and cause and has positively impacted countless at-risk youth in the county over nearly three decades of support.”

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County’s “Honorary Big” program raised more than $228,000 at the event. The nonprofit’s version of funda-need, each $1,000 Honorary Big pledge funds one year of a mentorship match for one child. Attendees bid between $1,000 and $25,000 to support the program, with presenting sponsor Auction.com and Friedman capping off the excitement with a $100,000 match pledge should the “Honorary Big“ donations hit a total of $100,000.

All proceeds from the Gourmet Dinner benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County’s youth mentorship programs. A Tustin-based nonprofit organization that helps youth to realize their potential and build their futures, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County provides over 2,400 children facing adversity with professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships to change their lives for the better. Youth (“Littles”) are matched with volunteer mentors (“Bigs”) to develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on their lives, with results including: in 2013-2014, 98% of “Littles” graduated high school on time, with 70% of “Littles” being the first in their family to receive a high school diploma. More so, 83% of “Littles” enrolled in college and 100% said their “Big” was their biggest influence to pursue a higher education for a better future. For more information, visit www.bigbrooc.org.

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DONNA B TURNS A WONDERFUL COOKIE RECIPE INTO A TASTY BUSINESS THAT HAS LASTED 21 YEARS My three year old son, Michael, and I sat up nights making cookie dough in our little apartment to make ends meet. With the encouragement of my friends and family I continued to make unique and special cookie dough recipes for whoever would try them.

Eventually my small enterprise got so busy that I had to quit my “jobs” so I could focus on my “business”.

Two years later I married a wonderful man named Jeff and we had a beautiful baby girl named Delanie. With the new addition to our family, I made the very difficult decision to put the cookie business on hold so that I could be a stay at home wife and mother. Despite the demands that come with a toddler and a newborn, I still became restless.

Jeff understood this and encouraged me to get back to what I enjoyed best creating and producing tasty treats. As a way of getting started he suggested that I bring samples to local nail and hair salons so I could get feedback and possibly new customers. The response was overwhelming and before I knew it I was back in the baking business.

In 1993, it became evident that I would not be able to bake cookies out of my kitchen anymore so the decision was made to open Donna B’s Bakery. The original plan included two other people, but after three months of hard work it became clear that they were not committed to the business the way I was. So the decision was made to go it alone. It was an incredibly difficult decision for us as we only had $15,000 for this venture and I was at a very vulnerable stage of my life.

As predicted, the money went quickly and we were forced to use all of our credit cards to keep the business afloat. Deep in debt and out of cash my husband gave me an ultimatum “turn a profit this month or we’re filing bankruptcy”. With an immense amount of hard work, the help of friends and family and the hope that came with many prayers, we were able to keep the business open. I will forever be thankful for the countless people who supported and believed in me along the way.

We have kept our business small and quaint on purpose. I’ve learned the hard way that the only way to success is to provide the best products possible without over extending. Growing too fast or opening multiple locations without the right quality controls and staff can prove disastrous for a business like this. I can’t stress enough that maintaining the highest quality Donna B’s Gingerbread Cookie products alongside outstanding service is the key to longevity. With Dough.

The smell of baking cookies flows through the front door as it jingles open. A tall friendly woman comes from the back and greets me. “Hi, welcome to Donna B’s.” While perusing the case of tempting, just baked cookies, she asks “Have you been here before?” That’s my first encounter with Donna B of Donna B’s Bakery.

After introducing myself, Donna takes me on the journey of how Donna B’s Bakery came about and how it currently serves the community.

She sweeps the blonde hair off of her face and begins telling the story of her family business.

“Only by the grace of God have I been able to endure. We are all given a gift in life and the gift that I received was Donna B’s Bakery. I’m blessed to have survived in a business that I had no business getting into. This year marks the 20th anniversary of our opening in Laguna Niguel. Who would believe that after 20 years a small business named Donna B’s would still be alive and strong in its original location.

It all started 28 years ago when I messed up on a cookie recipe that I was making for a Lamaze class. I was 7 months into the awkward stage of pregnancy and spilt water all over the recipe I was using. Smeared ink and disintegrating paper made it virtually illegible. I didn’t know if I was supposed to add 5 or 6 eggs.

Didn’t know how much flour or sugar to mix in. So I just threw it together and hoped for the best. I certainly didn’t think the cookies would turn out. Call me surprised when everyone devoured the cookies and said they were the best they’d ever tasted. I just couldn’t believe it. They all wanted the recipe but all I could offer was a smile since no such thing existed.

Who knew that just 2 years later I’d be a single mother selling mystery dough as a fourth job.

I’ve always said that out of every negative in life there comes a positive solution and that’s how it all started.

Donna Billman owner of Donna B’s Bakery.

The wedding cake business brings this in mind and despite the thousands of cookies, brownies and gift baskets a special element to our bakery. we continue to ship worldwide, we We get to create and deliver one still remain a small family business of the most significant items to the focused foremost on the satisfaction celebration. Our staff spends many happy moments designing the perfect of our clients.

I’m looking forward to this upcoming cake for each couple. And because year and its new challenges. We will we understand how important this be expanding our Cookie Dough day is, we only take 4 wedding cake Fundraising for organizations that orders per day to ensure that every are looking for unique cookie options bride is delighted with her cake. Our for their sales. Preservative free and cakes are not only centerpieces transfat free treats are a great way for any occasion, they are also to bring families together in a more guaranteed to be fresh and delicious.

Twenty one years of providing sweet healthy and tasty way. We have raised thousands of dollars in the past treats for businesses, weddings, for neighborhood schools, churches birthday parties, cookie dough and clubs and are very excited about fundraising and special occasions. how our business continues to give Seems like just yesterday I was back to the communities around us. making cookie dough in my kitchen.”

For more information please call: We constantly look for new ideas to add to our current array of products. 949-367-0100. Donna B’s Bakery is While cakes and cookies are our located at 26022 Cape Drive, Suite staple, they certainly aren’t the B Laguna Niguel, Ca. 92677. www. only thing we offer. We also create donnab.com mouthwatering desserts like cake pops, chocolate dipped pretzels and strawberries, gourmet brownies and specialty candies. And themed or personalized cookies and cakes are always just a phone call away.

Our talented designers are not only creative, they really do care about each and every order and the end result shows this. Whether it’s a rollercoaster cake or a sunflower cupcake, a client’s smile is sure to Donna B’s Red Raspberry follow.

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newport beach R est aurant Amelia’s Seafood & Italian One of the oldest family-owned & operated restaurants in Orange County. For nearly 45 years, this cozy Balboa Island landmark has offered a distinct menu of delectable Italian and seafood dishes.

311 Marine Ave. 949-673-6580 Avila’s El Ranchito Variety of Mexican dishes with carne asada, carnitas, chicken, and fish. Tequila, beer, and full bar Monday, Wednesday-Friday 11am-10pm Tuesday 11am-12pm Friday & Saturday 9am-10pm 2800 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach 949-675-6855 Back Bay bistro at Newport Dunes Al fresco dining with views of the bay.

Enjoy California cuisine in fun, casual setting. Award-winning seafood chowder. Free parking, guest slips available for boaters.

Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

1131 Back Bay Drive.

949-729-1144

Cannery seafood Of the Pacific Located at the historic wharfside location in the heart of old Cannery Village for 25 years. Open air dining on the wharf is available day and night. Champagne brunch cruises. Awarded Hospitality Ambassador of the Year, 1997.

3010 Lafayette Avenue. cannery@newportbeach.com 949-675-5777 Cafe Jardin at Sherman Gardens Dine in a “hidden oasis” amongst a serene paradise garden setting featuring a lite French and Mediterranean luncheon fare at Sherman Gardens. The dining area is available for private parties, banquets for up to 230 people.

3201 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-673-3524 Billy’s At the beach

2751 W. Coast Hwy. 949-722-1100 Bluewater Grill Located at the former site of Sea Shanty and Delany’s on the water in Newport Beach. Fresh mesquite-charbroiled seafood, pastas and oyster bar items, Sunday brunch, kids menu. Dock spaces, catering & boat charters available.

630 Lido Park Drive.

949-675-3265

Fish and meats are portioned in our kitchen.

Focaccia bread, tapenade, salad dressing, sauces, pizza dough and tiramisu are homemade daily. Monday-Thursday 11:30am9:00pm Friday & Saturday 11:30am-9:30pm 223 Marine Ave, Newport Beach

Commonwealth Lounge & Grill Balboa Peninsula’s newest restaurant features a modern day supper club with two levels of antique yet trendy décor. CW offers faves like their Garlic & Parmesan Slow Roasted Prime Rib, the best Monte Cristo sandwich since the 50’s plus a variety of steaks, chops, seafood, salads and sandwiches, 26 beers on tap, boutique wines by the glass, and signature cocktails. Open for lunch, dinner, late night and entertainment seven days a week. For more information:

www.commonwealthlounge.com 949-675-4444 Five Crowns

Brasserie Pascal A lively French bistro specializing in Prime American steaks prepared “Parisian style”.

French and American bistro classics including French Onion Soup, Escargot, Sandwiches, Crepes, Fresh Seafood and souffles.

Signature martinis, champagne cocktails, Alsatian beers, French and California wines.

A beautiful replica of one of England’s oldest country inns, features candlelight and cozy fireplaces. Award-winning food, exceptional service and unmistakable style.

3801 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-760-0331 Mayur Cuisine of India

327 Newport Center Drive.

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Fragrant, pungent spices from all over India are delicately mixed to create a spectacular variety of dishes.

The Bungalow Restaurant

2931 E. Coast Hwy. 949-675-6622

Specializes in steaks, seafood and claims to have the best martinis in the county. Their award-winning wine list offers more than 20 premium wines by the glass and over 160 bottled wines. Monday-Friday Happy Hour well drinks for $4.75 and house wine for $5 from 4:30 pm to 8 pm daily.

2441 East Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. Call for reservations.

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The latest restaurant concept from the Tommy Bahama Group, features regional, seasonally fresh cuisine in a casually, elegant setting. Designed for Newport Beach locals and visitors, it is a casually elegant oasis. Please visit www.tommybahama.com/cafe for the most current offerings.

949-760-4920

949-760-8686 The Resort at Pelican Hill Celebrating the best of Californian lifestyle: deep, sweeping ocean views from the alfresco terrace with granite tabletops and flower baskets overhead. Seafood and steak dishes. Ocean and golf course views.

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Billy’s bayfront restaurant offers a view of the bay and tropical décor. Thick steaks, lobster and fresh Hawaiian seafood such as Ahi and Ono. Polynesian Bar for nightly live entertainment.

From casual to elegant, indoors or out, Island Hotel is famous for its award-winning cuisine directed by world-recognized Executive Chef Bill Bracken. Enjoy a leisurely meal poolside amid lush gardens and graceful palms at the Palm Terrace Restaurant or a refreshing cocktail at the lounge.

Chart House Restaurant

Ciao Italian Restaurant

Some of the best and freshest fish in town, cooked over a hot almond wood mesquite.

Tommy Bahama’s Island Grille

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Sunset & water views combined with outstanding cuisine since 1961. Choose from Snapper Hemingway, Shrimp Fresca & slowroasted Prime Rib. Daily selection of fresh fish, an extensive collection of fine wines & whiskies, & decadent desserts.

Newport Landing Waterfront dining including fresh seafood, prime beef, and Sunday champagne brunch.

The casual upstairs lounge offers complete menus, patio deck, and live entertainment.

Banquets and catering available.

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Since 1965, a favorite spot for generations of locals. Fabulous food, worldly wine, inviting ambiance and seamless service.

3224 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar. 949-640-7440 Royal Thai Exquisite Thai dinning with its delicious flavors and exotic atmosphere. Enjoy the quiet tranquility of Thai culture, sample our dishes and experience the taste of Thailand.

4001 W. Pacific Coast Hwy. 949-645-THAI Ruby’s Diner 1940’s diner captures all of the good feelings of a classic all-American diner. End of the Balboa Pier, Balboa.

Woody’s Wharf Fresh seafood moderately priced in a casual nautical setting. There are even slips to accommodate several large yachts for customers who prefer sailing to driving.

Live rock ‘n roll entertainment Thurs.- Sat.

2318 W. Newport Boulevard.

949-675-0474 SOTA Located in the Village of Corona Del Mar, Serving Lunch and Dinner. Enjoy a combination of local and traditional Japanese ingredients with the freshest fish from around the globe. The newest CDM Restaurant serves intimate gatherings as well as big parties. The full bar includes innovative coctails and a unique Sake menu. Open for Lunch Monday-Friday 11:30-2pm, Dinner opens at 5pm Monday-Sunday.

3344 East Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar 949-675- 0771 3 Thirty 3 Waterfront

Steaks, seafood, pastas, appetizers, breakfast and brunch. They also have a late night menu. Monday –Friday 11am-1am Saturday & Sunday 9am-1am 333 Bayside Drive. Newport Beach

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Rusty Pelican Restaurant

21 Oceanfront

A long Newport Beach tradition for outstanding meals and legendary service.

Breathtaking harbor views and a wide variety menu. Award- winning wine list.

949-642-3431 Sam & Harry’s USDA prime steaks, “jet-fresh” seafood flown in daily from around the world, and an award-winning wine program that showcases a list of hand selected bottles, while highlighting 50 wines by the glass. Private dining rooms provide the perfect ambiance for an evening of business or leisure. Sunday Brunch 6am to 1pm.

949-729-6900

New American cuisine comes to life in this custom-designed location overlooking the harbor in Newport Beach. Chef Umberto Rubelli brings culinary drama to his inventive dishes for lunch & dinner.

2100 West Oceanfront.

949-673-2100 345 San Shi Go A seasonal experience on every visit! Dinner Only - Tuesday thru Thursday & Sunday 5:00 to 10:00pm; Fridays & Saturdays from 5:00 to10:30pm. Located on the Balboa Peninsula at:

205 Main St., Newport Beach.

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More Secure Shopping Ahead Following several high-profile security breaches in recent years, consumers have more reason than ever to be concerned about their privacy when using debit and credit cards. Fortunately, an effort is underway to implement new technology across the United States that will better protect shoppers and their private information.

The Europay, Mastercard and Visa (EMV) card is widely used overseas and can be found in the United States.

You may have an EMV card in your wallet without knowing it. In fact, according to EMVCo, 45 percent of the total payment cards in circulation globally include EMV chip technology.

New guidelines being rolled out in the United States will hold banks or retailers that have not implemented this new security liable for fraud, so by late 2015, consumers can expect to see these changes closer to home.

What is EMV? The Smart Card Alliance describes EMV as a set of specifications for smart card payments and acceptance devices that provide strong transaction security features and capabilities not possible with traditional magnetic stripe cards. The EMV chip in the payment card is an embedded microprocessor that keeps your money and financial information from falling into the wrong hands.

What makes EMV more secure?

EMV offers greater security than the traditional magnetic stripe debit or credit cards. An important distinction is that data is stored on a chip rather than the familiar magnetic stripe, making it nearly impossible to counterfeit an EMV card.

“As opposed to magnetic strip technology commonly used in credit and debit cards throughout the country, the EMV chip is extremely difficult to crack by hackers,” said Philippe Benitez, vice president of business development for secure transactions for Gemalto, a digital security company that provides the EMV technology. “The card also contains a unique ‘stamp’ that prevents your personal and financial information from being used fraudulently in the event that your card is stolen or lost.”

From a technology perspective, EMV boosts security through: The chip: A smart card chip is a small computer (or microprocessor) that has its own data storage, processing power and application software.

A unique code: EMV cards generate a unique code that is validated by your bank for each transaction and cannot be re-used.

A transaction using a fake card with stolen data couldn’t happen at an

EMV terminal because it wouldn’t be able to generate the proper code.

Advanced cryptography: EMV s e c u r i t y i s b a s e d on str ong cryptography, which is used to generate the unique transaction code that allows the terminal to authenticate the card.

How will EMV change my shopping experience?

Instead of swiping your card, now you’ll “dip” your card into the payment terminal, holding it in place to allow the transfer of data. Shoppers should expect that this process will take slightly longer than the traditional quick swipe of a magnetic card. EMV technology also enables contactless payments, so shoppers may instead

“tap” their contactless EMV cards, which are just as secure and speed up the check-out experience.

Card issuers (your bank or credit company) will determine whether you are required to enter a pin or sign to verify your purchase.

Initially, cards will include both EMV and magnetic stripe technology, so you can be assured your card will work whether the retailer has adopted the new system or not.

For more information about EMV and how it will affect your future card-based purchases, visit www. thatsemv.com or www.gemalto.com/ emv.

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Tips to spruce up your home for the holidays

Holidays are when most people open their homes for friends and family. Sharing the season’s greetings is always the priority but these gatherings are also an opportunity to show off improvements made during the year.

This is one of the reasons that autumn is a popular time for home improvements. Fifty-two percent of homeowners plan to make home improvements this fall, according to the leading real estate website Zillow.

It is also a great time of year for deals as retailers unload inventory to make room for new styles.

Creating a warm and inviting atmosphere includes much more than just poinsettias and Santa Claus centerpieces. There are a number of affordable steps homeowners can take to add a real “wow factor” to their holiday entertaining.

Kitchen updates The kitchen is commonly one of the busiest rooms during the holidays.

Since guests often gather there, it makes sense to make the space the focus for a few improvements before the holidays. Simple and inexpensive updates, such as adding new knobs and handles to cabinets or installing a new backsplash, will make a big difference. Stylish new light fixtures can also give your kitchen a quick facelift that will impress your guests.

Install hardwood floors The warmth and beauty of hardwood floors can transform the look and feel of your home to create a space that will stun your guests. And unlike carpet, hardwood floors do not stain or wear as easily from inevitable spills and foot traffic that the holidays bring.-Moreover, carpet traps dust, pollen and other particles that can cause allergies and respiratory issues.

Visually unique flooring options such as Lumber Liquidators’ Bellawood Bamboo bring together

both the aesthetic and practical advantages of hardwood flooring.

This flooring carries a 100-year transferable warranty that assures these benefits will be sustained for a lifetime of holiday gatherings.

De-clutter It’s important to create inviting open space for guests to enjoy. Decluttering bookshelves and removing miscellaneous furniture can help make a room feel larger and more open, and will allow room for festive seasonal decor. Spending time to organize the refrigerator will make

space for any holiday dishes a guest brings.

Improve the entry The front entry provides the first impression of a home, so it’s important to create a stylish, cared-for and welcoming look. Homeowners can complete small projects outside, such as updating house numbers, painting the front door and creating holidaythemed arrangements. Simple decor updates just inside the door - such as adding family photos and new rugs will add a warm and personal feel.

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Turkey Croissant

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fter the big day has come and gone, most holiday hosts find themselves still talking turkey. What to do with all that leftover bird?

During the long weekend following the holiday, you can put those leftovers to good use. Recipes that incorporate turkey in deliciously unique ways will help you use up those leftovers and clear out the fridge before you know it.

To ensure the tastiest dishes you can feel good about serving your loved ones, look for the USDA-verified seal on your turkey’s packaging to know that your turkey was raised with no growth-promoting antibiotics by farmers who care. One good option: Honeysuckle White, the first major turkey brand to supply turkey without growth-promoting antibiotics and without charging a premium price.

For more recipes and preparation tips, visit www.honeysucklewhite.com.

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Servings: 48 pieces Prep time: 15 minutes Bake time: 15-20 minutes 1 pound (or 3 cups) chopped Honeysuckle White turkey (dark and white meat) 1 package (14 ounces) cornbread stuffing mix 1 jar (16 ounces) turkey gravy 1 can (6 ounces) cranberry sauce with whole cranberries Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray mini muffin pans (as many as needed to make 48 bites) with nonstick cooking spray.

Chop freshly cooked

Servings: 12 Prep time: 20 minutes Total time: 25 minutes 1 pound (approximately 2 cups) of leftover Honeysuckle White whole turkey, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 cup toasted pine nuts 1 cup diced celery 6 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 6 tablespoons diced red bell pepper 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons lemon juice 12 croissants

Combine turkey, pine nuts, celery, chives and red pepper in medium bowl. Stir in mayonnaise and lemon juice. Split croissants and place generous helping of turkey salad on bottom half of each, top with remaining half and serve.

To toast pine nuts: Place nuts in dry skillet in single layer and toast over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring as needed to prevent burning. Because pine nuts can burn easily, it is a good idea to watch until they are golden and fragrant, which means they are toasted.

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or leftover turkey into 1/4-inch pieces.

In large bowl, prepare stuffing mix as directed on package. Add turkey to stuffing mixture. Stir in 1 cup turkey gravy. Mixture should hold together when spooned into a ball. If mixture is too dry, add more gravy by tablespoons until correct consistency is achieved.

Spoon stuffing mixture into muffin pan, filling each cavity full, then pressing mixture down to level top of each bite.

Bake for 15–20 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Remove from pan and garnish each bite with cranberry sauce. Additional gravy may be heated and served on side as dipping sauce.

Servings: 6 Prep time: 30 minutes Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Non-stick cooking spray 1/2 white onion, diced 1/2 red bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1.25 pounds (approximately 3 cups) of leftover Honeysuckle White whole turkey, cut into bite-size pieces 1 package (10 ounces) frozen spinach, thawed and well-drained 3 eggs 1/2 cup low-fat milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper 1 cup grated Swiss cheese

Cozy Turkey Soup

Servings: 6 Prep time: 20 minutes Total time: 1 hour, 15 minutes 1 white onion, minced (reserve 2 tablespoons) 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1.4 pounds (approximately 3 cups) of leftover Honeysuckle White turkey, chopped 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground pepper 1/2 cup diced celery 1 cup diced carrot 1 clove garlic, minced 5 yellow peppers, seeded and diced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 can (15 ounces) chicken stock 1 tablespoon salt Bread bowls (optional) 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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In skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons olive oil for 2–3 minutes. Add cooked turkey and 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper to desired flavor.

Set aside.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large stockpot on low. Saute celery, carrot, garlic and reserved 2 tablespoons onion for approximately 10 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.

Add yellow peppers, potatoes, stock and 1 tablespoon salt.

Simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.

Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer back to pot to keep warm.

Add turkey and onion mixture to soup.

Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Quality Starts on the Farm

1 (9-inch) pie crust, unbaked Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Saute onion, pepper and garlic over medium heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Add turkey and thawed spinach (squeeze out moisture) and saute 1 minute or until all ingredients are heated through. Remove from heat.

In mixing bowl, beat together eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Sprinkle cheese into bottom of pie shell. Layer turkey, vegetable and spinach mixture on top of cheese. Pour egg mixture over top.

Bake approximately 50 minutes, or until center is set.

Darrell Glaser, a sixth-generation farmer from Texas, along with his mother, Jeannette, and wife, Shannon, started raising turkeys more than 20 years ago. Today, his four sons also help on the family’s farm.

“We do everything we can to produce a quality product that other families would be comfortable eating during the holidays,” Glaser said.

Glaser, who has raised nearly 14 million turkeys, says this starts with keeping the birds healthy and comfortable.

“We take really good care to ensure the environment is just right for our turkeys. This includes keeping the floors of our barns dry and making sure the birds have plenty of fresh air and good quality water and feed,” Glaser said.

Glaser says if turkeys are happy and comfortable, they are generally healthy, which reduces the need to prescribe medicine, like antibiotics.

Glaser and his family are one of more than 700 independent farm families who are raising turkeys for Honeysuckle White without using growth-promoting antibiotics.

“We feed America and want to provide a quality food source for our customers,” Glaser said. “With consumers more concerned about their food, if we can produce wholesome turkey without growth-promoting antibiotics, then we should.”

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Loan No.: 070407 JOBE RESS Order No.: 73136 A.P. NUMBER 052-062-14 & 052-062-15 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨 부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR.] YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED July 27, 2007, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on 12/12/2014, at 9:00 A.M. of said day, on the front steps to the entrance of the Orange Civic Center, 300 East Chapman Avenue, Orange, CA, RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Shirley A. Jobe, an unmarried woman recorded on 08/02/2007 in Book n/a of Official Records of Orange County, at page n/a, Recorder’s Instrument No. 2007000482318, by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obligations secured thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of which was recorded 09/25/2008 as Recorder’s Instrument No. 2008000450106, in Book n/a, at page n/a, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, lawful money of the United States, evidenced by a Cashier’s Check drawn on a state or national bank, or the equivalent thereof drawn on any other financial institution specified in section 5102 of the California Financial Code, authorized to do business in the State of California, ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title and interest held by it as Trustee, in that real property situated in said County and State, described as follows: Portions of Lots 4, 5, & 6, Block 35, per Book 4, page 67, Miscellaneous Maps The street address or other common designation of the real property hereinabove described is purported to be: 2908 Ocean Boulevard, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625. The undersigned disclaims all liability for any incorrectness in said street address or other common designation.

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Shop Small and support your neighborhood on November 29, 2014

by Karen Kerrigan SBE Council has been a Small Business Saturday partner organization since its launch in 2010. This year, Small Business Saturday falls on November 29. The day encourages people to shop at small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Communities are tapping into this movement by hosting special events and promotions to help drive small business sales.

Consumers are learning about the impact of buying local. Many innovative and creative ideas have emerged from this event, which are helping Main Street businesses across America. Small Business Saturday has become a powerful event.

You can make Small Business Saturday a success for your business and your community. SBE Council has summarized some useful advice from a variety of sources below. If you haven’t done much to plan or align your sales and marketing strategy around this special day, there’s still time to leverage the media attention, publicity and tools provided by Small Business Saturday to build a solid foundation for next year’s event.

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Position yourself as a local leader, becoming a go-to resource for the media and other small businesses.

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Have a “Shop Small” Soiree – plan a kick-off breakfast or event.

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Provide an experience worth talking about. Entertain customers and be present the entire event.

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