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Golden Gifts
In light of Mother ’ s Day , get the beloved mamas in your life something special while also giving back : Local jewelry brand gorjana — based in Laguna Beach — is currently partnering with the nonprofit Baby2Baby , which provides children living in poverty with clothing , diapers and other necessities . Gorjana will donate 10 % of the sales made both in-store and online from its 14K Gold Mama necklace as well as its Diamond Pave Mama necklace to Baby2Baby . These timeless nameplate necklaces are a reminder of the special role mothers play and can add some shine or sparkle to any outfit . Originally launched as a small community program , Baby2Baby has grown since its inception , having distributed 375 million basic essentials and 170 million diapers to those in need . The partnership between gorjana and the nonprofit will continue through the end of 2024 . ( 949-715-8166 ; gorjana . com ) — Ashley Ryan
Gorjana jewelry brand is donating 10 % of sales of the 14K Gold Mama and Diamond Pave Mama necklaces ( right ) to Baby2Baby .
MARINE MAMMAL MEMOS
Although the Pacific Marine Mammal Center is currently closed to the public while the campus undergoes a renovation and expansion , the nonprofit still needs funds to rescue and rehabilitate its pinniped visitors . As such , the organization dreamed up a new annual pass that will allow the PMMC to raise funds while still giving the public the chance to stay connected with the center and its happenings . Priced at $ 300 and valid for a full year , this “ release pass ” grants you access to all public sea lion releases as the rehabilitated animals return to the sea . These special , early morning events typically take place in spring and summer , and the pass allows you to bring one guest with you . In addition , the PMMC launched a new quarterly Kid ’ s Club subscription box , designed to keep children engaged during the center ’ s closure . The next box will release in July , with enrollment in June , and features a book , a story about a current PMMC patient , a mission-driven activity and access to the online portal , which features coloring pages , contests and other activities . The box is tailored to your child ’ s age group and allows them to learn about ocean stewardship from the comfort of their own homes . ( 949-494-3050 ; pacificmmc . org ) — A . R .
Pacific Marine Mammal Center is now offering an annual pass to attend all sea lion releases , when the rehabilitated animals are returned to the ocean .
FROM TOP : COURTESY OF GORJANA ; COURTESY OF PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
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