Shopping in Style

By Kenesha Hylton, Foodie

Call me funny but, I have a love/ hate relationship with shopping for food. First of all, I love to cook; but I hate running around the store looking for all the ingredients like I am on a scavenger hunt,  then usually standing in line for at least 30 minutes… even in the “express” lane or self-check out (where there is always a new convert to self-service who doesn’t know how it works)!  To make shopping even more hairy I use to get looks from the store check-out clerk when they would ask “Paper or Plastic” and no matter what choice I made I often would get a groan, especially since I shop at either Whole Foods or Henry’s both stores – both are big on being green. So finally last year in Orange County I started bringing my own shopping bags to the store.

Lots of stores try and push you to buy their logo shopping bag for $1.99 to $3.99 a bag, but if you like to be unique and you like stylish things I suggest getting your own bags that make a statement. My favorite shopping bag is one that I got from a friend that has really cute pink and green dragons on it. Since I believe we should all shop in style I am giving you a list of my favorite five stylish shopping bag websites:

  1. Re-usable shopping bags have taken a turn for the stylish.  Make Love Not Trash carries a line of handbags, accessories, and re-usable shopping bags made out of natural or eco-friendly materials and decorated with non-toxic printing technique.
  2. Ella Vickers Recycled Sailcloth Collection is the most refined & quality built on the market.
  3. It’s hard to do a top 10 handbag story without including one of the trends that started it all…recycled candy wrappers.  Check out Ecoist.
  4. Get in the groove with Shagbag… be a stylish hipster as you shop till you drop
  5. Want to create your own stylish design? Go and order one at GoGreen-bags.com
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The Week Ahead 6.28

By Chrissy Gray, Event Planner

Tired of the same old boring routine? Check out The Week Ahead in So Cal and bring a little spice back to your life.

Monday 6.28

Farr Ligvani Exhibit at Soka University. Ligvani was born in Iran, began painting at age four and designing furniture by 12! Don’t miss the opportunity to view his beautiful artistic creations focusing on eastern worldview and western psychology in Aliso Viejo through August.

Tuesday 6.29

The Submarines at the Detroit Bar. Having built their musical career almost entirely through TV Show and commercial spots, the Submarines are ready to make a name for themselves the old fashion way. The band will be stopping by Costa Mesa on their west coast mini tour to give fans a taste of what they’ve been working on for the past 2 years since their last album. $10

Wednesday 6.30

Social Media Day at the OC Register Headquarters in Santa Ana. Mashable.com has deemed 6/30 the official Social Media day. While there are many events going on throughout the country, the afternoon planned at the OC Register appears to be one of the best. Listen to expert panels on how social media can improve your business, plus enjoy food from several yummy food trucks.

Taste of Downtown, Long Beach. About a dozen restaurants are participating in the first annual event being held in the East Village from 6-9pm. Tickets are only $1 each or 12 for $10 and the PawnShop Kings will be playing live throughout the evening.

Thursday 7.1

Pick of the Week!

First Thursday’s Art Walk in Laguna Beach. Laguna Beach is world renowned for their exceptional variety of art and on the first Thursday of the month the entire city stays open late so you can enjoy an evening stroll through the galleries while listening to live music, munching on cheeses, and sipping wine. This month, while you’re down there, be sure to check out the Art Shack Collection at the Laguna Beach Museum of Art and the Summer Fashion Show at Arin Contemporary Art. Both events you won’t want to miss!

Friday 7.2

Free Friday’s at Long Beach Museum of Art. Visit the Long Beach Museum, and check out over 5 current exhibits, for absolutely nothing. Thank you LA County Arts Commission!

Saturday 7.3

Farm to Fork Class at The Ecology Center, San Juan Capistrano. Starting with the gardens at The Ecology Center, children will explore where their food comes from. After a short harvest walk, participants will prepare simple small plate meals catalyzing the connection from farm to fork. Sign up your kids for this great fun and educational class through Th Ecology Center website. $25

Sunday 7.4

Happy 4th of July! Enjoy a day of fun in the sun!! And no work tomorrow if you’re lucky….

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