Family Review Guide

02/18/2026

She always wants to be picked up. 🤫

12/17/2025

Girls wrestling deserves WAY more hype. 💪🤼‍♀️

These girls aren’t just learning takedowns and escapes ,
they’re learning grit, discipline, self-respect, and how strong they actually are (mentally and physically). They show up, work hard, push past limits, and cheer each other on like it’s second nature. No drama. No ego. Just growth.

And the best part? You don’t have to look a certain way, be a certain size, or have experience. You just have to be willing to try. Wrestling meets you exactly where you are and helps you become who you didn’t know you could be.

If you’re a girl on the fence about joining your high school team: do it scared, do it unsure, do it anyway. You might just find your people, your confidence, and your power on that mat.

Girls wrestling isn’t the future , it’s happening right now. 🖤🔥

12/16/2025

A heartwarming story in these dark times ❤️

12/07/2025

If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to get into the holiday spirit, Laguna Playhouse has you covered. A Snow White Christmas is back and it’s bigger, brighter, and even more hilarious than ever. Think fairy-tale magic mixed with pop music, goofy jokes, audience shout-outs, and tons of holiday sparkle. It’s the kind of show that has everyone smiling, from the littlest theater fans to the grown-ups who “accidentally” love pantos just as much as the kids.

Kimberley Locke and Marcelle LeBlanc star in the Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Production of “A SNOW WHITE CHRISTMAS” - Directed by Bonnie Lythgoe and now playing at the Laguna Playhouse in Laguna Beach. If

12/05/2025

In collaboration with Chabad Jewish Center of Dana Point, a 12-foot Menorah display will be lit for Hanukkah from December 14 through December 22 at the Dana Point Fishing Pier, featuring a stunning harbor backdrop.

12/05/2025

Looking to get holiday photos with your pet? The Pet Project Foundation is teaming up with the once again to host its annual Santa Paws event on December 13 & 14 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the Island near the Richard Henry Dana Jr. Statue.

Holiday themed pet photos with Santa and the Dana Point Harbor VW Bus will be offered for a $15 donation with all proceeds directly benefiting the Pet Project Foundation.

11/16/2025

✨ Orange County friends! ✨
If you’re not cooking this year (or just want to avoid the dishes 🙌), I put together the Mega Guide to Thanksgiving Dining Options in Orange County — and it’s GOOD. 🦃🥧

From fancy prix fixe dinners to casual family-friendly spots, to buffets and even last-minute takeout… it’s all in there. 🍽️

Tap the link and check it out so you can spend less time stressing and more time eating. 😌🧡

Tag someone who still hasn’t made Thanksgiving plans! 👇Click the link in my bio!!!

11/12/2025

Thanksgiving planning = DONE. 🙌

I’ve put together a mega Thanksgiving guide to all the local spots serving dine-in, takeout, and buffet-style Thanksgiving meals this year. Whether you want turkey at home or table service with no dishes to wash, I’ve got you covered!

🧡 Check it out below!

Tag your favorite local restaurant in the comments!

Whether you want to order an entire feast and bring it home or dine in and be served... this OC Thanksgiving guide should help!

10/28/2025

Did you know there is a haunted maze at the Garden Walk called “Eulogies: Deadly Sins”? It’s super fun with a lot of scare actors, sounds and visually scary props.

Think mirror chambers, feasts, dark rooms, strong horror-and-art vibe. 
It’s designed for both “screams and snapshots” meaning it’s photo-op friendly (though you should check for any no-flash or no-photo rules). Because it’s indoors and immersive, expect tight spaces, darkness, theatrical lighting, and lots of actors. They even had sliders outside!

Since it’s themed around the seven deadly sins, expect each “room” or zone reflects a different sin.

Prices are $32 per person or a bundle of 6 tix for $180.

The best part is all of the garden walk is decorated for Halloween so there are giant skeletons, huge pumpkins, and scary dolls all over the place. It’s a photo dream come true.

I went last night with balancingthechaos and after the maze, we had the most delicious margaritas, chips and guac at casa de ancho Mexican cantina next door. They had a DJ and a live mariachi band.

There’s only five days left of “Eulogies: Deadly Sins” so get your tickets today!

Visit https://www.eulogycollective.com/products/eulogies-deadly-sins for dates and times!

Check out my walk-through of the maze below!

10/11/2025

There’s a drone show coming to Huntington Beach!

10/10/2025

and Gardens invites the community to celebrate the beauty of the season with a new edible garden, spooky symphony concerts, workshops, coffee concerts, and family-friendly experiences designed to inspire creativity and connection.

The thoughtfully designed garden offers a living classroom and gathering place where guests of all ages can explore the art and science of growing food.

Featuring raised garden beds, citrus and olive trees, and vertical gardens, the Edible Garden highlights sustainable and accessible gardening practices.

Visit casaromantica.org for more information.

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