Orange, CA March 2024

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GIVING CHILDREN HOPE: WELCOME HOME

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MONTESSORI AT HOME

Embracing the Spirit of Home in March's Orange City Lifestyle

Orange City Lifestyle Community,

As March unfolds, we are thrilled to present the latest edition of Orange City Lifestyle, embracing the theme of "Home" and highlighting stories that resonate with the warmth and spirit of our community.

On the cover of this month's issue, we shine a spotlight on the legendary Tiger Woods and his commitment to making a positive impact through the TGR Foundation. Beyond the golf course, Tiger Woods has dedicated himself to empowering the next generation through education and opportunities. Join us in discovering the inspiring work of the TGR Foundation and the meaningful contributions it brings to our local community.

In the spirit of giving back, we feature another local hero—Giving Children Hope, a remarkable nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance and hope to those in need. Their impactful initiatives touch the lives of many, reinforcing the sense of community and support that makes Orange County truly special.

For families navigating the challenges of learning from home, our magazine presents a comprehensive article on Montessori-inspired practices. Explore practical tips and insights on creating an enriching learning environment within the comforts of your home, fostering a love for education and creativity.

And finally, meet the new Miss Orange, a shining example of the talent and grace within our community. Her story is one of ambition, dedication, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world around her.

As you flip through the pages of March's Orange City Lifestyle, we invite you to immerse yourself in these stories that define us as a community. Thank you for being an integral part of the Orange City Lifestyle family, where the heart finds its home.

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Meet Ashley from A Joyful Rose Photography—former educator turned passionate photographer. As a stay-at-home mom, she rediscovered herself behind the lens, blending love for photography and experience with children into family, lifestyle, and product photography. Ashley's images encapsulate the essence of each moment, offering a nostalgic playback of emotions and memories. Join us on a journey to discover joy in every moment through A Joyful Rose Photography.

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Groovy Ghost Vintage Opens in Old Towne Orange

Step into the retro wonderland of Groovy Ghost Vintage, where timeless treasures await discovery for all ages. Their collection embodies the spirit of nostalgia, inviting visitors to unearth unique pieces that transcend generations. Embrace the charm of bygone eras at Groovy Ghost Vintage, where every find tells a story of style and history.

Goodwill Opens New Orange Location

Goodwill's newest location at 1821 N. Tustin Street, Orange, CA 92865, brings affordable treasures to the community. Offering a wide array of gently-used items, from clothing to household goods, the store is a haven for bargain hunters. With its mission to empower individuals through employment, every purchase contributes to job training programs. Visit the Goodwill store to shop sustainably and support a great cause in the heart of Orange.

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Hilbert Museum Expansion Now Open

The beloved Hilbert Museum in Orange has expanded to its new location. This location features a 22,000 sqft building that houses many exciting rotating exhibits. Encompassing more than 5,000 pieces, this is one of the largest museums in the world dedicated to California and American Art, and it is right here in Orange!

TuYo : Hosting Your Events in a Whole New Way

Welcome to Tuyo, where creativity meets versatility! Our Santa Ana studio, featuring seventeen exclusive custom rooms, is the ultimate destination for hosting a variety of events. From corporate outings to birthday parties, bachelorette gatherings, and baby showers, Tuyo caters to all. With 18 different custom photography and selfie rooms, no one will be bored! Check them out at Tuyoworld.com

Three Imports Home Decor

Welcome to Three Imports, a destination that redefines interior spaces into distinctive reflections of individuality. This establishment pioneers a new era in interior design with a focus on ethically sourced and fairly traded furniture. Discover the carefully curated selection, offering eco-friendly and stylish solutions for sustainable living. Three Imports transforms spaces into statements, where design meets purpose, and homes become expressions of unique personalities.

Collaboration with nonprofits ensures quality essentials reach families in need during transitions.”

Giving Children Hope, a beacon of hope in the local community, has embarked on a mission that goes beyond charity. Their Welcome Home Pilot Project, nestled within the heart of their Distribution Center, stands as a testament to their commitment to assisting individuals transitioning from homelessness to their first housing experience. In an exclusive interview with Pete Bowen, the visionary CEO of Giving Children Hope, we unveil the inspiration, impact, and aspirations behind this transformative initiative.

The Giving Children Hope Distribution Center has been a pillar of support for the needy, channeling donated household goods and furnishings through a network of non-profit and ministry partners. In a pivotal moment in late 2022, a comprehensive audit shed light on the vast array of items received from major retail partners. This discovery led to a groundbreaking realization – the potential to provide not just individual items, but fully stocked comprehensive packages capable of furnishing dorm rooms, small homes, and everything in between. As their network of local nonprofits expanded, partners identified families transitioning from unstable to stable housing who could benefit from such assistance. However, challenges such as limited staff capacity, transportation, and storage constraints hindered the realization of this vision.

Recognizing the potential of their resources, Giving Children Hope envisioned a shift from individual item distribution to the creation of comprehensive Welcome Home packages. These packages, comprised of new or like-new, quality items, were designed to fully equip individuals such as foster youth heading to college or families moving from shelters to one-bedroom apartments. The vision was clear – deliver everything they need directly to their homes, ensuring dignity and self-respect, and reducing the likelihood of falling back into homelessness.

In mid-2023, the Welcome Home Pilot Project was born, marking a new chapter in Giving Children Hope's mission to break the cycle of need. These packages, far more than a collection of material possessions,

represented a lifeline for those making the challenging transition from homelessness to stable housing.

The impact of the Welcome Home Pilot Project was further amplified by the generosity of organizations like Impact100 OC. In December 2023, the project received a game-changing $65,000 grant, acknowledging the potential of the Welcome Home packages. This grant was not just a financial boost; it was a lifeline for newly housed families and transitional-aged youth. The funds were earmarked to assemble and distribute 24 Welcome Home packages, providing a fresh start for deserving homes referred by select housing agencies in Orange County. Each package, tailored to different settings such as dorm rooms, one-bedroom apartments, or homes, retailed between $5,000 and $15,000.

Pete Bowen expressed deep gratitude for Impact100 OC's recognition, emphasizing that the funds would support the critical process of preparing and delivering these packages. The logistics involved, including staff and volunteer capacity, warehouse space, gas, and other resources, meant that the grant was not just a financial contribution but a catalyst for transformative change. By alleviating financial burdens and promoting socioeconomic advancement, the grant aimed to facilitate the transition from survival mode to a realm where upward mobility became possible.

Collaboration has been a cornerstone of Giving Children Hope's strategy. The organization collaborates with non-profit partners such as Olive Crest, Home for Refugees, Habitat for Humanity, and local colleges. These partners share the dedication to assisting families and individuals in finding stable housing. However, one of the most challenging aspects often lies in furnishing the housing with essentials. Giving Children Hope steps in, providing quality, new or likenew essentials including beds, furniture, silverware, and bathroom necessities post-move-in.

The donated household goods often come from local businesses or distributions looking to make a positive impact with their overstocks and returns. By supplying these items, Giving Children Hope not

only ensures that families or transitional-aged youth have what they need but also allows partner nonprofits to prioritize the sustainability of their clients in their new housing. This strategic approach enables partner organizations to redirect their resources toward helping more individuals secure reliable and sustainable housing, thereby amplifying the impact across the community.

A poignant success story underscores the tangible impact of the Welcome Home Pilot Project. In collaboration with Home for Refugees, Giving Children Hope provided one of the first Welcome Home Packages to a Ukrainian family displaced by the invasion in Mariupol. Seeking a safer, more stable life, the family moved into a fully furnished apartment, equipped with furnishings and essentials for their one-bedroom

apartment that housed the parents and their children. This critical support laid the foundation for rebuilding, advancement, and healing. Despite facing such upheaval and challenges, the father found employment while their son is now enrolled in school. With the peace of mind and security that comes with stable housing, this family was able to march forward into a bright, hopeful future.

The success stories emerging from the Welcome Home Pilot Project speak volumes about the organization's commitment to addressing the unique needs of individuals experiencing housing for the first time after a period of homelessness. When previously unhoused individuals and families move into new housing, they often lack many belongings. Recognizing this unique need, Giving Children Hope provides essential

household goods that many people recovering from a period of homelessness do not own or may not have the means to acquire. Once the nonprofit partners secure a housing solution for these families or individuals, Welcome Home Packages ensure recipients can immediately cook meals, sleep in a proper bed, and experience the comfort and peace of having a furnished home.

The Welcome Home pilot program was not conceived in isolation. It was developed in collaboration with current Distribution Center nonprofit partners, showcasing Giving Children Hope's commitment to sustainability and scalability. The organization hopes to expand its partner network as the program grows, assisting more vulnerable families and individuals in breaking the cycle of need and achieving housing stability.

As a Giving Children Hope non-profit partner, the organization sponsoring the family maintains continuous access to the program's resources. This ensures that as the family's needs evolve, Giving Children Hope can assist the non-profit in supporting them while also extending their services to additional individuals and families in the community. This comprehensive support structure empowers and educates individuals during the critical transition from homelessness to stable housing in Orange County.

Measuring the success of the program involves more than just numbers. With the initial launch of the program, Giving Children Hope anticipates the successful delivery of 24 Welcome Home Packages in 2024. These packages are expected to benefit 50-120 individuals with $5,000-$15,000 worth of material necessities per package. However, the impact is not just about the immediate provision of goods. Partner organizations will provide updates on each recipient's life six- and twelve months post-move-in, offering firsthand accounts that provide insight into the long-term impact and success of the program.

Looking ahead, Giving Children Hope is actively looking to expand its retail and distribution center partnerships in 2024. The organization recognizes the vital role that retail and distribution center partners can play in directly benefiting families in need. By working with Giving Children Hope, partners not only contribute to a noble cause but also receive a tax write-off and public recognition for their support. The call is clear – the organization needs partners who can provide infant and child furnishings, bed frames, nightstands, kitchen appliances, small to medium-sized storage units, and other household necessities.

For individuals passionate about supporting those transitioning from homelessness, Giving Children Hope provides multiple avenues for engagement. People and organizations can become sponsors of Welcome Home Packages, volunteers, or corporate partners. The organization encourages those interested to reach out to Chelsea Bergfeld, the Director of Advancement, at Cbergfeld@ gchope.org or visit the website at www.givingchildrenhope. org for more information.

In conclusion, Giving Children Hope's Welcome Home Pilot Project is not merely a program; it's a narrative of transformation and hope. Through collaborative efforts, impactful funding, and tailored assistance, the organization is not just providing material support but is actively breaking the cycle of need. The Welcome Home packages represent more than just household items; they symbolize a fresh start, dignity, and the promise of a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals and families in Orange County. As Giving Children Hope continues its journey, the community's support becomes integral in sustaining and expanding the Welcome Home Pilot Project, creating a ripple effect of positive change for years to come.

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Empowering Orange County Youth through STEM Education: TGR Learning Lab’s Journey of Impactful Transformations

Tiger Woods was recently inducted into the Orange County Sports Hall of Fame. The golf legend expressed his commitment to giving back to the community, particularly the youth of Orange County. Through his charity, the TGR Foundation, and the TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim, Woods aims to enhance educational opportunities and support the development of young individuals in the region.

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“TGR Foundation’s year-round programs on workforce development and career readiness equip students with skills and informed decision-making.”

The TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim, California, a beacon of educational innovation since 2006, has profoundly impacted Orange County’s youth. Serving over 150,000 students with its award-winning STEM curriculum for grades 5-12, the Learning Lab uniquely nurtures holistic development alongside critical STEM skills.

With one of the nation’s highest graduation rates, the Earl Woods Scholar Program within the Lab empowers first-generation scholars through mentorships, internships, and career building, guiding hundreds to prestigious universities.

TGR EDU: Explore digitally extends the Lab’s impact, providing nationwide access to STEM curriculum, preparing educators and students for higher education and STEM careers.

TGR Foundation’s college access programming supports high school students nationwide, offering workshops vital for success. Amidst a changing job market, TGR Foundation’s year-round programs on workforce development and career readiness equip students with skills and informed decision-making. In collaboration with industry partners, it ensures students thrive in an evolving future.

MONTESSORI AT HOME

Montessori isn’t just for the classroom. You can easily bring its principles into your home. Encouraging order, independence, and self-motivation is fundamental to the Montessori approach. A carefully designed home environment allows children to develop competence in caring for themselves and their surroundings. Having a place for everything, on a child-friendly scale, means that children know where to find what they need, and have a place to put things when they’re done. So, how can you begin to incorporate Montessori at home?

At this stage, children are developing their fine motor skills, so toys that promote hand-eye coordination and dexterity are ideal. They are also learning about cause and effect, so toys that allow them to experiment and discover how things work are also beneficial. Sensory balls, object boxes, shape sorters, colorful blocks, push-and-pull toys and walking toys, all are designed to promote cognitive, physical, and emotional development while also being fun and engaging for children.

At this stage, children are rapidly developing, both physically and cognitively. They are learning to communicate more effectively, developing their social skills, and exploring their environment in new and exciting ways. One of the key principles is the use of hands-on learning materials. Sensorial Exploration, Practical Life Skills, Language and Literacy Activities, Math, and Geography are designed to be self-correcting, so the child can learn through trial and error, without the need for constant intervention from their caregivers.

At this stage, children transition from concrete to abstract thinking. The Montessori curriculum for children ages 6-9 is designed to be interdisciplinary. Children learn about different subjects through a variety of activities and projects. In addition to Core Subjects, Cultural Subjects are equally as important. Cultural Studies, Science and Social Studies Research Projects, Cooking, Cleaning, and Community Outreach are introduced at this plane of development.

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ZONE BLUE

What’s the secret to a happy, healthy, and long life? Believe it or not, it’s actually quite simple: There are no secret ingredients, no sizable expenditures, and absolutely zero manufactured elements of any kind. Dive in with us as we share insights from our interview with the internationally renowned Blue Zones Founder, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning journalist who is revolutionizing the way Americans make choices that can lead to living your best life.

“GET YOUR HANDS ON A PLANT-BASED COOKBOOK, PICK A DOZEN RECIPES, AND COOK THOSE WITH YOUR FAMILY ON SUNDAYS.”

For over twenty years, Dan Buettner has been fully committed to studying the health and longevity of Americans as well as influencing the proper and attainable health-centric environments our communities should embody. What started with identifying five “blue zones” around the world where people are both living longer as well as enjoying a higher quality of life in their elder years has now also evolved into proactively creating eco-systems where our communities engage in setting the standard for clean health.

If you haven’t subscribed to watching “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” streaming on Netflix, do yourself a favor and soak up the well-documented views into how Ikaria, Greece, Loma Linda, California, Sardinia, Italy, Okinawa, Japan, and Nicoya, Costa Rica exemplify the basis behind the Blue Zones truth and have since inspired Dan and his team to further extrapolate how we can manufacture healthy blue zone lifestyles in virtually any city and within our homes by way of intentional adaptation.

Most of us are well aware of the “American way of life” we reside in, that being one of convenience in all shapes and forms. We excel in offering the most fast food options in any country. We rank at the top of the most cars per household. We embrace a sedentary at-home lifestyle. And, for many of us, it stems from our childhood to no-fault of our own; comfort foods and Friday night pizza deliveries, complacent recliners and cushy car commutes. In short, however, now more than ever we categorically live in a country where processed foods and ultra-convenience, unfortunately, translate to life-threatening health diseases and a lack of organic joy.

What is the best news of all? All of these characteristics are wildly easy to overcome with effortless, yet conscious pivots to making better decisions with our time, our food, and our focus. Ask yourself: Are you driving or walking? Are you connecting socially? Set your sights on avoiding the majority of processed foods and start eating a largely whole-food and plant-based diet that will (statistically) give you another 10-12 years on your life.

In place of your toaster, keep a fruit bowl on the counter. Create a low-level junk food drawer. Stop buying processed meat, potato chips, sweetened snacks like cookies and candies, and worst of all, sugar-sweet beverages, and start buying more beans, nuts, grains, and tea.

“Am I going to tell you to never have these? No, people deserve to treat themselves. But you’ll do yourself an enormous favor if you just don’t bring those into your home. If you want to go out for those treats, go ahead,” Dan says.

“Simply just don’t bring them home, and you’ll cut out 70-80% of consumption right there.”

Buettner’s first cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is a fantastic resource featuring ingredients and cooking methods that can increase longevity, wellness, and mental health. The recipes also include lifestyle tips such as proper portion sizes and the best times to eat dinner. Plus, check out his additional seven books that dig deep into the exact foods you should eat to how your circle of friends and family can influence your quality of life.

Who do you hang out with? Happiness is contagious. “The Blue Zone approach is to go through your contact base and think of some friends whose recreation is pickleball, biking, or gardening. Who will care about you on a bad day and have a meaningful conversation? Identify one or two friends who are vegan or vegetarian and show you how and where to eat whole foods. Actively invite them out for lunch, and bring them into your social circle: this will have a bigger, long-term impact on your behavior than any new diet or exercise, and it costs you zero. Plus, there is a ton of data that shows it works, and it’s long-term.”

“We are marketed the idea that if we change our behavior by exercising more, taking the right supplements, trying this longevity or that anti-aging hack, that we will lose weight and get healthy, yet it never works for the longterm,” says Dan. The Blue Zones approach is not trying to change your behaviors, it is asking you to change your surroundings…your eco-system.

Every time you go out to eat, you will consume an extra 300 calories that are laden with more sodium, sugar, and oil than eating at home. “Get your hands on a plant-based cookbook, pick a dozen recipes, and cook those with your family on Sundays. If you make the effort to cook it with your family, you will gain the skills and learn to make some good and whole food plant-based recipes.”

And, we would be remiss not to attend to the travelers at heart who would love to indulge in a luxurious resort paired with the facets of an actual Blue Zones destination. Dan highly recommends seeking out Silvestre in Nosara, Costa Rica where the experience offers wellness programming, fully-equipped kitchens, and outdoor activities that will fuel your inspiration for a healthier life.

Tap into Dan’s wisdom that is creating a new category of places that are not merely the legacy of a healthy culture, but more consciously created by enlightened individuals that are intent on supercharging healthier communities!

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Sunday Service at Vivid Church

562 E Lambert Rd, Brea, CA 92821 10:00 AM

Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference on Sunday Mornings at one of Orange County’s Newest Churches in Brea.

MARCH 1ST

Family Paint Party

Mimi’s Cafe (Tustin) 17231 17th St Tustin, CA 92780 | 7:00 PM

Come join Marisol for an unforgettable evening of painting and pampering at Mimi’s Cafe in Tustin! Enjoy a delicious dinner while learning basic painting techniques with step-bystep instructions from our talented and experienced artist. So grab your friends and join us for a fun night of painting, food, and drinks!

MARCH 7TH

Breath Work + Sound Bath with Dennis

Higher Ground Wellness 224 West Maple Avenue Suite C Orange, CA 92866 | 5:30 PM

Join us for an immersive journey into the world of profound healing and self-discovery. In this transformative event, we invite you to explore the profound synergy of Breathwork and Sound Bath.

MARCH 12TH

Climate Day at Expo West 2024

700 West Convention Way Anaheim, CA 92802 | 8:00 AM

Join industry leaders for inspirational keynotes, executive roundtables, workshops, music, networking, climate awards, a rockin’ reception and more. Get the tools, information and inspiration you need to help your company take meaningful action to reverse climate change.

MARCH 16TH

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Ana’s Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

201 N Broadway Santa Ana, CA 92701 | 4:30 PM

Get your shamrocks, green clothes, and pots of gold ready because the Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl is coming to  Downtown Santa Ana. This  THEMED event is going to be more than just a wee bit o’ fun! With green-themed fun, contests, prizes, and some malarkey.

MARCH 22ND - MARCH 24TH

Orange County Ukulele Festival 2024

Delhi Center 505 E Central Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92707

The OC Uke Fest is Orange County’s Inaugural Ukulele Festival, Located in Southern California, The OC Uke Fest ukulele gathering will feature Ukulele Workshops, a Ukulele Open Mic, a Youth Ukulele Showcase, a Group Ukulele Jam, and a Ukulele Raffle and Silent Auction.

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Elizabeth Raburn, Miss Orange 2024

Getting to know the newest Miss Orange

Q: WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MISS ORANGE COMPETITION AND REPRESENT YOUR CITY?

A: I remember growing up in the city and always seeing Miss Orange at city events, and I loved seeing how involved she was in the community and how respected her position was. I decided I wanted to give back to my hometown and hopefully represent it with as much compassion and elegance as all the previous Miss Oranges have.

Q: CAN YOU SHARE YOUR VISION FOR THE CITY OF ORANGE AND THE POSITIVE IMPACT YOU HOPE TO MAKE DURING YOUR REIGN?

A: I hope to be able to attend as many city and service events as I can, and hope to build better relationships with those who reside in this beautiful city.

Q: WHAT SPECIFIC INITIATIVES OR SERVICE PROJECTS DO YOU HAVE IN MIND TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE BETTERMENT OF THE COMMUNITY?

A: I would really love to work with the local elementary schools of Orange to try and get them more science resources as well as more exposure to the different types of science.

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