Memorial Day Weekend Fun in Palm Desert, CA

May 22, 2014

With the holiday weekend coming up, many people are taking short vacations.  If you happen to be heading out to Palm Desert for the long weekend, make sure to pay a visit to La Quinta Brewing Co, a new local microbrewery that opened in 2013.  Offering a variety of unique brews, La Quinta Brewing Co. features everything from smooth wheat beers to hoppy IPAs.  If one of the beers especially appeals to you, you can purchase a keg or growler at the tap room, or enjoy a glass at over 50 local restaurants. 

Where to Find Custom Cakes in Hayward, CA

May 21, 2014

Hayward, CA locals who are looking for a bakery to create custom desserts for special occasions will want to check out The Sweet Art of Cake.  Specializing in cakes for birthdays, weddings, and showers, the shop makes their treats from scratch using fresh, all natural ingredients. While custom cakes and cupcakes are baked to order, cookies, cake pops, brownies, and macarons along with generic cakes and cupcakes are available over the counter.

Kingwood, TX Locals: Here’s A Way to Make Your Graduates Feel Extra Special

May 20, 2014

It’s graduation season, and one local Kingwood business has a way for friends and families to make their graduating students feel extra special: Yard Cards.  Kingwood Yard Cards “flock” (aka decorate) lawns with signs customized for special events.  Owned and operated by Kingwood locals Chris and Jenny Bernard, Kingwood Yard Cards is dedicated to helping their fellow locals celebrate special occasions in an unforgettable fashion.

Get Your Donut Fix in Grantville, San Diego, CA

April 24, 2014

Nestled in the Grantville neighborhood of San Diego, CA is a new donut shop, Donut Panic, which serves donuts, sandwiches, coffee, juice, and vegan baked goods.  Formerly Sunshine Donuts and Bakery, the shop came under new ownership in March 2014 and was renamed Donut Panic.  The shop features a variety of unique donut flavors, like rose water cardamom, German chocolate, orange and almond, and much more.  Grantville locals who have a flavor idea can let the shop know; they just might see it as a new flavor at Donut Panic!

Upcoming Events at Pappas Artisanal Restaurant in La Verne, CA

April 23, 2014

Pappas Artisanal Restaurant in La Verne, CA, a wood-fired rotisserie restaurant, is participating in some fun events for locals and visitors.  On April 26, 2014 from 5pm to 8:30pm, Pappas will be passing out a selection of food from their menu at the Sip of La Verne Wine walk.  Those who have purchased tickets to the walk will want to make sure they include a stop at Pappas. 

Get Mother’s Day Cards and Gifts at Sweet Paper in La Jolla, CA

April 22, 2014

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and this year, instead of purchasing your mom a generic card, why not get her something truly unique.  For La Jolla, CA locals, a one-stop-shop for high quality, custom stationery is Sweet Paper.  Owned and operated by sisters Julie and Theresa, the shop specializes in unique and stylish stationery and gifts. Whether you get a single card or a set of personal stationery as a gift for your mom, she is sure to appreciate the custom touches of Sweet Paper.

Where to Get Quality Coffee in Santa Clara, CA

April 21, 2014

Santa Clara, CA locals who are looking for high quality coffee will want to pay a visit to Chromatic Coffee.  Since opening in 2012, the owners have taken it upon themselves to prepare coffee the right way, roasting their own beans at their roaster in San Jose, CA.  At the coffee shop in Santa Clara, customers can purchase a variety of specialty coffees, espresso, and teas; bags of coffee beans are also available for purchase in the shop or online.  To accompany the drinks, customers can also pick up local baked goods, desserts and treats. 

Plan on a Spa Day for Mother’s Day in Jacksonville, NC

April 18, 2014

For Jacksonville, NC locals who are brainstorming on what to get their moms for Mother’s Day, consider scheduling her a spa day.  What better way to celebrate Mom than to pamper her and help her relax.  One local spa to consider is J. Thomas & Co. Salon and Spa, which offers a variety of services, including hair care, massage, and spa treatments.  Gift certificates are available, and since they are valid for 12 months, your mom can schedule her spa day at her convenience.

Plan Ahead for Mother’s Day in Westlake Village, CA

April 16, 2014

Mother’s Day is less than a month away.  Westlake Village locals who are starting to make Mother’s Day preparations will want to contact The English Garden.  Owned and operated by Susan Winston, who is an English expatriate, the English Garden has been serving the floral needs of Westlake Village locals since 1996.  Susan, along with lead designer Katie Nopola, creates contemporary floral arrangements that are works of art.   They are ready to work with you to create a unique bouquet that is sure to please your mom.

Upcoming Event: Help the Corona PostalAnnex+ Support the American Cancer Society

April 15, 2014

The Corona PostalAnnex and Burger Boss are teaming up to support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event.  On April 29, 2014, both business will donate a portion of their sales to the Relay.  The event allows participants to honor cancer survivors, promote cancer prevention, and fundraise to help eradicate cancer.  The Relay for Life of Corona will take place at 9:00am on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Santana Park.

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