Retail Therapy: Join the Block party at Brea
New kid on the block: Brea Mall will host a collaborative Shopping Block party with Refinery29 from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday on the mall’s lower level. Cult favorite shopping website Refinery29 will bring its style into the physical world for a curated fashion experience at the free event, where shoppers can enter to win prizes, enjoy mini makeovers and create custom tote bags. Information: simon.com/shoppingblock.
Drink with a difference: Sol Cucina, 251 E. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach, will donate 100% of the proceeds from sales of its $10 Ta-Ta-Tini cocktail to Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties this month as part of its Drink Pink! fundraiser, to benefit the organization’s breast health program. Information: solcocina.com.
Team up: Local nonprofit Ripple Kids in Action is hosting a family service project event from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at SOCO, 3303 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa. Families are welcome to take part in hands-on activities, including writing letters to overseas troops, fixing up skateboards to give to kids in need, and planting milkweed in order to sustain monarch butterflies. Skateboarding demonstrations and live entertainment also are scheduled. Information: ripplekids.com.
Digital delight: The Beall Center at UCI will host its next family day, exploring the intersection of art and technology, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Enjoy a variety of free art and science activities for all ages. Information: beallcenter.uci.edu.
Put on a fresh face: Nordstrom Fashion Island, 901 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, is hosting a free Beauty Trend Event on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy a free makeup or skincare consultation, as well as free deluxe samples and gifts with purchase. RSVP by visiting a cosmetics counter or calling the store. Information: (949) 610-0700.
New place like home: Lisa McDennon Design opened its new lifestyle boutique, Nuance, 1200 S. Coast Hwy., Unit 103A, Laguna Beach, with a grand opening party Oct. 16. The store specializes in curated home accessories and interiors. Information: nuance-home.com.
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