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Heidi Deal

Heidi Deal is the author of the Newcomers Handbook to Living In Los Angeles & Orange County, and a children’s book author specializing in history and human rights. When she's not writing you can find her solo hiking and going on new adventures with her kids and pup.

5Ks, 10ks, Half Marathons, Fun Runs, Turkey Trots & More

Orange County hosts family fun runs, Turkey Trots, 5Ks and full marathons all year long. Whether you’re looking for a challenge, like the OC Marathon, or a fun way to get kids excited about fitness, like the annual Dino Dash, we’ve got a list of events for every season. Find your next race today. Find …

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Galentine’s Day in Orange County

Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating friendship, fun, and the amazing women in your life. Orange County is full of creative, adventurous, relaxing, and memorable ways to celebrate, and we’re here to share some of our favorite ideas with you. What is Galentine’s Day? Originally conceptualized on an episode of Parks & Recreation that aired …

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Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Have you started thinking about how you’re going to celebrate with your special someone? Here are a few Valentine’s Day date ideas. Did You Know? Esther Howland made homemade valentines out of paper and lace and sold them in her town, Worcester, Massachusetts. She was nicknamed “The Mother …

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