Ariana Kim of Irvine Named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar
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October 3, 2025
Orange County is Falling for Romance Reads
The county now has two romance-only bookstores and a thriving community of passionate readers.
September 26, 2025
Where Movement Meets Canvas: Backhausdance Launches Season with ‘Co-Lab’
The Santa Ana residency weaves choreography, visual art and music into a multisensory premiere.
September 24, 2025
Reina Hardesty, Who Grew up in O.C., Makes a Splash with ‘Butterfly’
The action spy thriller hit No. 1 on Amazon’s Prime Video in the U.S. and several other countries.
September 23, 2025
Relámpago del Cielo Reflects on 50 Years, While Looking Toward the Future
Relámpago del Cielo serves as a showcase of the preservation of ballet folklórico, establishing itself as a steward for those who want to study cultural dance.
September 17, 2025
Grlswirl Builds an Inclusive Skate Community in Orange County
Women-founded skate collective Grlswirl launched its Orange County chapter in October 2024, creating a welcoming space for skateboarders of all backgrounds and skill levels.
August 27, 2025
Pola Benke Steps into New Role with Pacific Symphony
The Polish conductor will lead Musical Mornings series and Youth Orchestra concerts.
August 22, 2025
Pacific Chorale’s Annual Festival Unites Singers in Music and Community Spirit
The 17th Annual Choral Festival returns to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall on Sunday for a free performance that puts the community in the spotlight with a 190-person community choir.
August 15, 2025
Lawrence Christon, Founding Writer for Culture OC, Has Died
The veteran journalist enjoyed a long career spanning many subjects and countries.
August 14, 2025
Fritz Coleman is Weathering Age with Laughter
The legendary Southern California broadcaster is as busy as ever in 'retirement.'
August 13, 2025
Stricklands Ice Cream Returns as an O.C. Mainstay
Owner-operator Neil Liu reopened an Ohio favorite last year and has turned it into a Costa Mesa sanctuary of unique flavors.
August 11, 2025
David Ihrig Wants to Create the ‘Theater of Tomorrow’
Irvine-based acting teacher and theorist will try the latest technology and his unique acting technique in a new-play festival.
August 4, 2025
