Entries Written By Ryan Najjar
An Interview with Katelyn Marie: Live at Pub Thirty-Two
I arrived at Pub Thirty Two 20 minutes before I was scheduled to speak with Katelyn Marie, figuring I’d have time to take in my surroundings. However, as I started to take notes, I looked out the window and saw my interviewee walking up to the front door. Apparently we both like being early. We bonded over that as we took a step outside to get some fresh air and …
Mr. French Crepe: A Hidden Taste of Europe
“If you think their recipe is better than mine, bring me some to try for myself. If not, don’t bother.” My mom takes crepes seriously. She’s been a master of the art for as long as I can remember. Friends of mine who try it one time find themselves bringing it up in every conversation I have with them. Her methods are no secret, but she knows it’s just different when …
F0BG0D is Up Next
The way today’s music icons emerge has shifted right along with the music. Social media has become the foundation of many newer artists’ careers, along with helping established figures spread their message. Memes help too, with a fair share of artists getting their start from photos and videos that spread around Instagram and Twitter. There’s no shortage of people trying to take advantage of this phenomenon, but very few actually …
Knowledge and Inspiration Abundant at OC STEAM Fest
As spring passes by, kids are getting more and more excited about the coming summer holiday. They’ll get to go on adventures with their friends, play video games for hours on end, and they won’t have to learn anything for the next few months. Educators have pondered the question for decades upon decades, and we’ve had the same one on our minds: Why can’t learning be something kids look forward …
The Young Dubliners: Live at Mozambique
“You see that woman in the wheelchair? Her and her husband flew from Arizona to watch them play.” If I was told that before the show kicked off I would’ve been confused to say the least. But hearing that after I watched The Young Dubliners perform what they called a “warm up,” it made perfect sense. Even as they approach the 31st anniversary of their formation, they bring a level of …
Rising Artists of Orange County
Art is alive in Orange County. Local talent emerges constantly, and even though people typically look to L.A. for art in Southern California, we have more to offer than you’d think. During an exhibit by the Orange County chapter of RAW, an independent artist organization, I was lucky enough to speak with three different artists who were showing their work. The first person I spoke with was M.o.M Cllct founder …
Laguna Art Museum Celebrates Culture & Identity with Self-Help Graphics Exhibit
For those looking to connect more with the artistic and cultural roots of Southern California, the Laguna Art Museum has welcomed a new exhibit you shouldn’t miss. From now until May 27, the museum is hosting an exhibit of select works from the famed Self-Help Graphics & Art printmaking shop and studio. If you haven’t heard of them before, they’ve been a pivotal artistic institution for some time. They were …
23 Years of Irvine Park Railroad
Have you been looking for a day of family fun in Orange County that won’t break the bank or leave you in an hour-long line? All aboard the Irvine Park Railroad! People from all around Southern California have been discovering the magic of the Railroad for years, and it’ll be celebrating 23 years of fun on February 23 and 24. They’re ringing in their birthday with a bang, and they …
House of Blues Anaheim: Spring Preview
The House of Blues in Anaheim has been hosting some of the biggest concerts and performances in Orange County since it opened in 2017, and there are no plans to slow down in the New Year. Whether you’re a fan of country, hip-hop, metal, comedy or poetry, they’ve got it all going on, and Irvine Weekly is here to give you the rundown on what’s happening this spring. Below is …
StillWater Spirits & Sounds: Great Music and Friendly Faces
(Aliases are used throughout this article) I don’t go to bars very often, and have only been to a couple since graduating from college. When I do go to bars, I’m used to swarms of people in their early 20s on the verge of either fighting or making out. I’m used to people crowding at the bar to get a $7 cup of Bud Light. I’m used to dirty floors, …
