AVNT/GRDE

A new skate shop in downtown Santa Ana

AVNT/GRDE is a skate concept/lifestyle shop located in the Art District of Downtown Santa Ana on 306 W. Third St. and they just recently had their grand opening on the 2nd of August. AVNT/GRDE offer something new and refreshing to the area, and have been meet with amazing response from the community. For pictures of the shop visit:

www.avntgrde.blogspot.com
www.myspace.com/avntgrde

Al Sur del Corazon

Claudia de la Cruz presents:

Al sur del Corazón
(To the South of the Heart)
A Passionate Flamenco Journey

Thursday July 26th, 2007
6:00 Reception (Appetizers & Sangria will be available)
7:30 Performance
$25 General Admission
$35 Preferred Seating

Also Introducing CDLX Flamenco Boutique
with original Claudia de la Cruz Clothing Designs,
exclusive flamenco garnments, accesories, music and much more.
Al Sur de Corazón explores the inner journey of the flamenco dance
as one of the most passionate performing arts.
Claudia de la Cruz is your guide through the various rythyms
where all gypsy souls will follow. Space is limited,
Reservations are strongly suggested.

Dancers: Claudia de la Cruz, Elena Vilchis, Laura Michiels, Eiko Barnhill
Guitarist: Bobby Solakov
Singer: Ana Quintero
Percussion: Carlos de Rosas
Guest artists TBA

Cal State University Fullerton
Grand Central Art Center Theatre
125 N. Broadway Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92701
RSVP 714.543.1370
info@culturalstageofart.org

CLAUDIA DE LA CRUZ FLAMENCO INSTITUTE
Cultural Stage of Art | Foro Cultural de las Artes

http://www.culturalstageofart.org
http://www.tierra-flamenca.com

Out of the ordinary in Orange County

By Jennifer Mena
Los Angeles Times

Amid the cookie-cutter homes in gated communities throughout Orange County, Santa Ana’s downtown has become a refreshing, urban oasis for adventurous home seekers. New businesses and a nascent artists village have drawn professionals who live in lofts and revel in the area’s Latin flavor, which differentiates the area from its starchier neighbors. Read more