It’s July and time for some laughs at the Voco Hotel that you’re sure to love!
Making his first appearance to the Voco stage is one of our longtime friends, funnyman Jay Hewlett. Jay has appeared on Comic View on BET, the Boston Comedy Festival, the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals, the Sunscreen &amp; AOF Film Festivals.&nbsp; He performs regularly in Los Angeles at the Comedy Store, the Improv and the Ice House. He plays clubs and colleges across the country, and you’ve seen him on The Showtime Comedy Club Network, as Phil the Photographer on NBC’s California Dreams, and in Touchstone Pictures Krippendorf’s Tribe.
Joining Jay on Thursday July 23rd is the very funny Lisa Gilbert!&nbsp; Lisa started her stand-up comedy career in her hometown of San Diego, CA. Marrying late in life and being a mother of 9-year-old triplets makes her both inspirational and an instant crowd favorite with her clean comedy style and family-friendly jokes. She has opened for internationally known comic Michael Jr., performed for the American Troops, and just filmed a Dry Bar Comedy Special. Lisa travels nationally speaking for churches and corporate events.
Rounding out the evening of laughter is&nbsp;the hilarious Linda Marcus Smith. Linda discovered comedy later in life. She can often be found strolling the Vegas strip in a prom gown bringing light and fun to the scene. Linda runs her own veteran comedy shows and training classes for military and veterans. She hosts an award-winning show “The Comics’ Spot” on YouTube where she has interviewed more than 500 comics to date.
Our night of comedy on July 23rd will be hosted by the hilarious John Liu. John is a first-generation Filipino-Chinese stand-up comedian and actor based in Southern California. Known for his sharp wit and energetic style, his comedy centers on the everyday experiences of growing up as an Asian American. He frequently performs at and hosts shows across SoCal, including events in Orange County and the Los Angeles area.
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, July 23rd&nbsp;at the Voco Hotel in Laguna Hills as we keep the comedy train rolling full steam ahead!

Local Event: Lass Your Aff Off! Stand-up Comedy

Orange County

Mission Viejo

California

Lass Your Aff Off! Stand-up Comedy

It’s July and time for some laughs at the Voco Hotel that you’re sure to love!
Making his first appearance to the Voco stage is...

Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center

Repair Cafe OC is a free, community-driven event where neighbors help neighbors fix broken items—everything from electronics and clothing to bikes and small appliances. Instead of throwing things away, we repair them together, saving money, reducing waste, and sharing skills. It’s all about building community while keeping usable items out of the landfill.

Our FaceBook page: Repair Cafe OC has lots of pictures and posts from past events. You can reach out to us by email: RepairCafeOC@gmail.com

Volunteers can sign up approximately 2 weeks before each event.&nbsp; Link is below.

Last items are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.

Local Event: Repair Cafe OC

Repair Cafe OC

Repair Cafe OC is a free, community-driven event where neighbors help neighbors fix broken items—everything from electronics...

Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church

Dementia Caregiver Education Series
To benefit caregivers and those they love Hosted by the Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church and Alzheimer’s Orange County
Event 3:&nbsp;Alzheimer's Early Detection and Prevention for the Caregiver Dr. Dung Trinh, Chief Medical Officer of Healthy Brain Clinic, and Board Member, Alzheimer’s Orange County Saturday, August 8th, 9:00am-11:30am
Doors open at 8:00am*3 CEU’s available
<a href="https://adp.moochurch.org/dementia-caregiver-education-series.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register for this FREE event online - click here</a>
With Vendor Expo and light refreshments
&gt;&gt;Plus - free "Memory Cafe" program for your loved ones with early-midstage dementia offered during the event. Space Limited, Pre-Registration Required by 4/8/26. Contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:adpinfo@moochurch.org">adpinfo@moochurch.org</a>&nbsp;for more information and to register.
&gt;&gt;Attendees may receive a brief memory assessment provided by <a href="https://globalalzplatform.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Global Alzheimer's Platform Foundation</a>&nbsp;the day of the event from 8:00-11:30am. Interested attendees can sign up at the event, and will be accommodated as time and space allow, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dementia Caregiver Education Series are FREE Events! Register Online - visit adp.moochurch.org
Questions? Contact: adpinfo@moochurch.org or 949-581-3800
At Mount of Olives Church in Mission Viejo: 24772 Chrisanta Dr., Mission Viejo, CA 92691, in New Creation Center (building nearest rear/second parking lot)
**Hosted by Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church in collaboration with Alzheimer's Orange County

Local Event: Dementia Caregiver Education Series: Alzheimer's Early Detection and Prevention for the Caregiver

Dementia Caregiver Education Series:...

Dementia Caregiver Education Series
To benefit caregivers and those they love Hosted by the Adult Day Program at Mount of...

Dementia Caregiver Education Series: Alzheimer's Early Detection and Prevention for the Caregiver

Repair Cafe OC is a free, community-driven event where neighbors help neighbors fix broken items—everything from electronics and clothing to bikes and small appliances. Instead of throwing things away, we repair them together, saving money, reducing waste, and sharing skills. It’s all about building community while keeping usable items out of the landfill.
Our FaceBook page: Repair Cafe OC has lots of pictures and posts from past events. You can reach out to us by email: RepairCafeOC@gmail.com
Volunteers can sign up approximately 2 weeks before each event.&nbsp; Watch for a post on our Facebook page.
Last items are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.

Norma Hertzog Community Center

<a href="https://www.AwakenedLifestyleExpo.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">AWAKENED LIFESTYLE EXPO</a> August 22–23, 2026 Costa Mesa, California
INFO &amp; TICKETS: <a href="https://www.AwakenedLifestyleExpo.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.AwakenedLifestyleExpo.com</a>
TWO FULL DAYS to experience:<ul><li>60+ conscious vendors with crystals, wellness products, intuitive readings, gifts, and more.</li><li>31 transformational workshops exploring channeling, mediumship, sound healing, somatic dance, psychic development, past life regression, consciousness expansion, and healing modalities.</li><li>Three VIP Workshops featuring Darryl Anka, JJ Brighton, and William Henry - all with limited space!</li><li>Sunday Night Main Event (6-8pm) featuring a keynote presentation by William Henry&nbsp;as he casts a vision for "Ascension Intelligence”, a powerful interview with Sheila Seppi about her soul exchange walk-in experience, light language channeling journey with JJ Brighton, and a panel discussion led by David Trotter, publisher of Awakened Magazine.</li></ul>




FREE&nbsp;GIFTS<ul><li>The first 50 guests each day will receive our latest co-authored book entitled “The Awakened Healer.” Plus, authors will be on hand to sign your copy!</li><li>The first 1000 people will receive the first release of our limited edition Awakened Wisdom Oracle Deck featuring the faces and wisdom of conscious leaders.</li><li>Everyone will receive an Awakened bag and the latest special print edition of <a href="https://www.awakenedmagazine.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Awakened Magazine</a>...can't wait to reveal who is on the cover!</li><li>More surprises that we can’t wait to share with you!</li></ul>



From the moment you walk through the doors, you’ll feel it:
The loving presence. The life-giving energy. The limitless possibilities.
It’s a weekend designed to help you reconnect with yourself, expand your reality, and remember what’s possible.
No one belongs here more than you…and we can’t wait to personally welcome you!

Local Event: Awakened Lifestyle Expo (Mind, Body, Spirit)

Costa Mesa

Awakened Lifestyle Expo (Mind, Body, Spirit)

AWAKENED LIFESTYLE EXPO August 22–23, 2026 Costa Mesa, California
INFO & TICKETS: www.AwakenedLifestyleExpo.com
TWO FULL DAYS...

Dementia Caregiver Education Series
To benefit caregivers and those they love Hosted by the Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church and Alzheimer’s Orange County
Event 4: Physician Panel &amp; Open Forum Moderated by Dr. Dung Trinh, Chief Medical Officer of Healthy Brain Clinic, and Board Member, Alzheimer’s Orange County Saturday, October 3rd, 9:00-11:00am
Doors open at 8:00am
<a href="https://adp.moochurch.org/dementia-caregiver-education-series.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register for this FREE event online - click here</a>
With Vendor Expo and light refreshments
&gt;&gt;Plus - free "Memory Cafe" program for your loved ones with early-midstage dementia offered during the event. Space Limited, Pre-Registration Required by 4/8/26. Contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:adpinfo@moochurch.org">adpinfo@moochurch.org</a>&nbsp;for more information and to register.
&gt;&gt;Attendees may receive a brief memory assessment provided by <a href="https://globalalzplatform.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Global Alzheimer's Platform Foundation</a>&nbsp;the day of the event from 8:00-11:30am. Interested attendees can sign up at the event, and will be accommodated as time and space allow, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dementia Caregiver Education Series are FREE Events! Register Online - visit adp.moochurch.org
Questions? Contact: adpinfo@moochurch.org or 949-581-3800
At Mount of Olives Church in Mission Viejo: 24772 Chrisanta Dr., Mission Viejo, CA 92691, in New Creation Center (building nearest rear/second parking lot)
**Hosted by Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church in collaboration with Alzheimer's Orange County

Local Event: Dementia Caregiver Education Series: Physician Panel & Open Forum

Dementia Caregiver Education Series: Physician...

Dementia Caregiver Education Series: Physician Panel & Open Forum

Repair Cafe OC is a free, community-driven event where neighbors help neighbors fix broken items—everything from electronics and clothing to bikes and small appliances. Instead of throwing things away, we repair them together, saving money, reducing waste, and sharing skills. It’s all about building community while keeping usable items out of the landfill.

Our FaceBook page: Repair Cafe OC has lots of pictures and posts from past events. You can reach out to us by email: RepairCafeOC@gmail.com

Volunteers can sign up approximately 2 weeks before each event.&nbsp; Watch for post with the link.

Last items are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.

Repair Cafe OC is a free, community-driven event where neighbors help neighbors fix broken items—everything from electronics and clothing to bikes and small appliances. Instead of throwing things away, we repair them together, saving money, reducing waste, and sharing skills. It’s all about building community while keeping usable items out of the landfill.

Our FaceBook page: Repair Cafe OC has lots of pictures and posts from past events. You can reach out to us by email: RepairCafeOC@gmail.com

Volunteers can sign up approximately 2 weeks before each event.&nbsp; Watch for a post.

Last items are taken 30 minutes prior to closing.

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