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<\/a>Photo by Alice Farinas.<\/p><\/div>\n
It was held in Toluca Lake, a beautiful area of Los Angeles that I\u2019ve always loved.\u00a0 But I can\u2019t tell you how many times I\u2019ve been to the very near-by studios and eateries, and have never been aware that a golf club was right in the neighborhood!\u00a0 When I pulled up to the gate, I was truly amazed!<\/p>\n
The entire atmosphere in the Lounge, which was inside the Clubhouse, was special.\u00a0 It was wonderfully relaxed yet happening, and classy at the same time. We had wonderful views of the lush green course, while being totally comfortable inside, away from any errant balls.\u00a0 There was a DJ who kept the vibe going all day with his perfect-volumed old school jams, and the guests and sponsors were in great spirits.\u00a0 And Doris Bergman was in all her glory, meeting and greeting the assemblage, and keeping things running smoothly for everyone.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Photo by Karen Salkin, as is the big one at the top of the page.<\/p><\/div>\n
I hadn\u2019t been to a Celebrity Golf Tournament since my days of doing my TV show, when I used to play in them myself.\u00a0 And trust me\u2014I was always the worst player.\u00a0 I felt awful for the paying competitors who got saddled with me.<\/em>\u00a0 I was invited to participate due only to my humor factor, not because I possessed any sports ability.\u00a0 (But I also rocked the cutest golf and tennis outfits.)\u00a0 [Note: I just realized that I have to share the story of my experience doing the Jack LaLanne Golf Classic many years ago.\u00a0 Please check it out at the very end of this page.]<\/p>\n Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n So, attending just the gifting lounge<\/em> portion of the George Lopez Golf Classic was perfect for me\u2014I didn\u2019t have to sweat it out on the course, and I got to learn about all the fabulous gifts the celebs received along the way.\u00a0 Doris curated a wonderful group of sponsors for this event, so let\u2019s get to the highlights of what my contributing writer, Alice, and I discovered there:<\/p>\n Olympia USA<\/strong>\u2014This internationally-renowned luggage company was gifting a carry-on from their attractive classic Whistler set, in a choice of colors.\u00a0 I noticed right away that the multi-pocketed interior was perfect for easy transporting of all the other gifts!\u00a0 So, that makes it the perfect present itself!\u00a0 www.luggage-america.myshopify.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo by Alice Farinas.<\/p><\/div>\n Twisted Silver<\/strong>\u2014I already am the proud owner of several pieces of jewelry from this line.\u00a0 I was rocking one of designer Debra Mitchell\u2019s bracelets that day, and when I admired a different one on her table, she showed me that it\u2019s just the other side of the one I had on!\u00a0 I never knew that it\u2019s reversible!\u00a0 What a fun surprise.\u00a0 Debra names all of her pieces, and my new fave is a bracelet aptly called \u201cSwanky.\u201d\u00a0 At this event, she was gifting the new \u201cSmile\u201d necklace, which was created especially for the tourney.\u00a0 With a specific donation to the George Lopez Foundation, it\u2019s yours!\u00a0 Alice described it as \u201cbeautifully-hammered brass, featuring Twisted Silver\u2019s signature tag,\u201d\u00a0 and added that it\u2019s \u201cdelicate yet edgy.\u201d\u00a0 www.twisted-silver.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Doris Bergman.<\/p><\/div>\n OM Audio<\/strong>\u2014While the cute guy rep for these earbuds, which have the very clever moniker, \u201cinearpeace,\u201d explained the system Om uses to give them the clearest, purest sound, my non-techie mind was emulating the buds by tuning-out the scientific specifics.\u00a0 But Alice must have been listening because she told me that they\u2019re \u201cso cool when you want to ignore everyday sounds, and just enjoy your music.\u201d\u00a0 www.om-audio.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Doris Bergman.<\/p><\/div>\n Buy Wine<\/strong>\u2014While I chatted with one amiable rep of this online wine buying site, Alice sampled their offerings.\u00a0 She said, \u201cMy favorite is the Sauvignon Blanc.\u00a0 It\u2019s so lovely and crisp.\u00a0 And so wonderfully refreshing on a hot summer day.\u201d\u00a0 I did<\/em> notice an uptick in her mood when we left their table!\u00a0 www.buywine.com<\/a><\/p>\n Petzi Treat Cam<\/strong>\u2014This is an ingenious device for pet owners who worry about their furry friends as much as Mr. X and I did Clarence, The Singing Dog.\u00a0 It\u2019s a camera and treat dispenser<\/em> (OMG!,) which allows you to not only see your pet pals, but also talk to them, take pix of the cuteness they\u2019re up to when you\u2019re away, (I wonder if Clar practiced our duets on his own,) and\u2014the part that blows my mind\u2014give them treats!\u00a0 I just may have to get one for the hermetic Mr. X!\u00a0 www.petzi.com<\/a><\/p>\n How did they even get this hog in the room?! Photo courtesy of Doris Bergman.<\/p><\/div>\n Harley Davidson of Glendale<\/strong>\u2014The Glendale chapter of Harley-Davidson was celebrating their\u00a0fortieth anniversary by gifting black tee-shirts which featured their\u00a0iconic orange logo. Alice said they\u2019re \u201calways cool and timeless.\u201d\u00a0 As a former motorcycle chick, (my high school graduation gift from my boyfriend, Motorcycle Manny, was a helmet!,) I was interested in only the more hefty attire in their manly display.\u00a0 www.glendaleharley.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n Spa Girl Vodka<\/strong>\u2014As many of you know by now, I don\u2019t imbibe, but Alice does, so I\u2019m letting her describe this vodka, which comes in a choice of cucumber or pear.\u00a0 She said, \u201cAt only forty-nine calories and two carbs a glass, who can ask for a better guilt-free spirit?\u00a0 Every time I taste it, I smile.\u201d\u00a0 I<\/em> was just busy admiring their pretty pink display!\u00a0 www.spagirlcocktails.com<\/a><\/p>\n Sneakerwarz<\/strong>\u2014While major sneaker fan moi<\/em> was admiring the footwear on their table, Alice was chatting with one of the reps about the \u201ccool T-shirts that feature \u2018Humanity\u2019 in gold letters.\u201d\u00a0 She found-out that the purpose of the word on them is \u201cto promote awareness and kindness.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0www.sneakerwarz.net<\/a><\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Doris Bergman.<\/p><\/div>\n Milena\u2019s Boutique<\/strong>\u2014I\u2019ve long been a fan of these elegant and deliciously-fragranced candles.\u00a0 They\u2019re so classy in appearance, and even their packaging is exquisite.\u00a0 I could have just stood by their table in the lounge all day, and treated my soul\u00a0to all the yummy aromas.\u00a0\u00a0www.milenasboutique.com<\/a><\/p>\n My Saint, My Hero<\/strong>\u2014This blessing bracelet company was gifting one for\u00a0men<\/em>\u00a0at this one, since that gender was the majority of who was playing in the charity tourney.\u00a0 Very clever.\u00a0 It\u2019s named \u201cFearless,\u201d and\u00a0features hematite beads and a silver\u00a0Benedictine medal..\u00a0 I hope, as its moniker suggests, it will bring some courage\u00a0to these males, but I\u00a0know<\/em>\u00a0it will make them look sexy! (By the way–the company also brought some from their\u00a0women\u2019s<\/em>\u00a0line, just in case some females were playing. Nice.)\u00a0www.mysaintmyhero.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n Signature Innovation Group<\/strong>\u2014This sports attire company was gifting some of the softest tee-shirts I\u2019ve ever felt!\u00a0 On top of that, they\u2019re all classy-looking.\u00a0 Alice noted that their \u201cvery upscale\u201d softly-colored signature caps are \u201cperfect for the golf course.\u201d\u00a0 www.signatureinnovationgroup.com<\/a><\/p>\n Perrywinkles Edibles<\/strong>\u2014These are snacks infused with cannabis.\u00a0 They come in several flavors, including carrot cake, pretzel, and, of course, brownie.\u00a0 My question about them is: if you try to eat just a few, after awhile, don\u2019t you want to eat the whole bag?\u00a0 I\u2019m wondering if it can become a vicious, but oh so fun, cycle.\u00a0www.perrywinklesedibles.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n Inspirit Pain Relief Creme<\/strong>\u2014I\u2019m sure that this cannabis-infused pain cr\u00e8me was a welcome gift for all the duffers at the end of the day.\u00a0 There had to be a whole bunch of sore muscles right about then. On a crazy note, I admired that it comes in the best-feeling box<\/em> I have ever encountered! \u00a0 www.inspirithemp.com<\/a><\/p>\n FaceCamp Skincare<\/strong>\u2014Upon learning that his three-product anti-aging kit was initially developed to help burn victims, Alice said she\u2019s hoping that it \u201cnow works on wrinkles,\u201d as well.\u00a0 If the before-and-after pix are any indication, all<\/em> users will be happy with the results.\u00a0 www.facecamp.myshopify.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Doris Bergman.<\/p><\/div>\n Culinary and Cannabis<\/strong>\u2014This fun cannabis company hosts events to educate the \u201ccanna-curious\u201d about how the substance can be used in ways other than smoking it.\u00a0 To that end at this lounge, they gifted bags filled with samples of product (such as lip balm, conditioner, face cream, and salve,) that are infused with cannabis, for more useful purposes than just getting stoned.\u00a0 www.culinaryandcannabis.com<\/a><\/p>\n Royal Treatment Wellness<\/strong>\u2014I could not leave without receiving a chair massage from one of my all-time favorite pampering companies!\u00a0 Owner Antone Murray did the honors on my knotted back, and was kind enough to give it a lot of attention.\u00a0 And<\/em> I got to enjoy his dulcet tones, singing along to the old school soul tunes along the way.\u00a0 What can be better than a dual massage\/private concert?! www.royaltreatmentwellness.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>