Inside Love Costa Mesa Day | Community, Connection & Impact

Love Costa Mesa Day Recap

From local small businesses and community organizations to neighbors coming together, Love Costa Mesa Day was all about celebrating what makes our city special. Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported local vendors, and helped make a positive impact in our community. #LoveCostaMesa #CostaMesa #SupportLocal #CommunityFirst #SmallBusiness

Bringing Chiropractic Care Home with Sarah Cathers

In this episode of the Costa Mesa Pod, Holly McDonald chats with Sarah Cathers of Sunrise Movement Chiropractic about redefining chiropractic care through a mobile, patient-centered approach. Sarah shares how she built a flexible business that aligns with her values as both a healthcare provider and mom, while helping clients throughout Orange County improve mobility, nervous system health, and overall wellness.  The conversation covers gentle chiropractic techniques, healing after surgery, stress and inflammation, aging actively, and why movement truly is “lotion” for the body. Sarah also opens up about what inspired her to become a chiropractor after witnessing firsthand how chiropractic care helped her late husband recover from chronic pain following a motorcycle accident.  A thoughtful conversation about movement, resilience, entrepreneurship, and caring for your body through every season of life.

Inside Love Costa Mesa Day | Community, Connection & Impact

In this episode, we’re talking about Love Costa Mesa Day and the incredible impact community involvement can have. From service projects and donation drives to supporting local schools and foster youth, this conversation highlights how even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. We discuss the story behind Love Costa Mesa Day, ways to get involved, and why authentic community connection is what makes Costa Mesa so special. A conversation full of inspiration, heart, and practical ways to give back locally.

The Costa Mesa Pod - Love Costa Mesa Day - A Family Tradition!

Love Costa Mesa Day is a city-wide volunteer day coming up on Saturday, May 16. I had the pleasure of interviewing Jill & Jonathan Dease on The Costa Mesa Pod about their years of service and how they've brought their kids into the tradition. Unexpected bonuses for their kids included: -Volunteer hours -Confidence -Leadership skills What a great way for families to do something together & help the community too! If you want to join the fun, there are plenty of projects to sign up for - that will work for all age ranges and skill levels! Want to volunteer? Here's a link to sign up a project: https://portal.goldenvolunteer.com/dos/IM5RckbaHl?%24web_only=true&_branch_match_id=1124556651805762964&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXr9BLz0nJ08vM10%2FVr0oOqIyMMgkLMkiyrytKTUstKsrMS49PKsovL04tsnXOKMrPTQUAooGpKDkAAAA%3D 🔗 Connect with me: 📍 Facebook: facebook.com/costamesarealestatehollymcdonald/ 📍 Instagram: instagram.com/realtorhollymcdonald/ 📍 Twitter/X: x.com/Hollymcdonaldoc 📍 TikTok: tiktok.com/@thehollymcdonald 🏡 Buyers: realtorhollymcdonald.com/buyers 💰 Sellers: realtorhollymcdonald.com/home-valuation 📧 Email: RealtorHollyMcDonald@gmail.com 📞 Call/Text: +1 714-928-4682

Inside the Halecrest Neighborhood with Holly Horikawa | Costa Mesa Pod

In this episode of The Costa Mesa Pod, Holly McDonald sits down with Costa Mesa resident and community leader Holly Horikawa to talk about life in the Halecrest neighborhood, the power of community involvement, and why Costa Mesa is such a special place to raise a family. After previously living in Huntington Beach, Holly and her family discovered the Halecrest neighborhood and quickly fell in love with its strong sense of community, family-friendly atmosphere, and convenient location. As a PTA leader and active volunteer at Killybrooke Elementary School, Holly shares how getting involved in local schools has deepened her connection to the community and created meaningful impact. We cover: • Why the Halecrest neighborhood is considered a hidden gem in Costa Mesa • What makes the Halecrest Swim & Tennis Club such a unique community hub • The importance of supporting local schools and getting involved in the PTA • Ways parents and community members can volunteer and give back • How strong school communities help neighborhoods thrive • Love Costa Mesa Day and how residents can participate in local service projects Holly also shares why community involvement matters so much — especially when it comes to supporting schools, building connections with neighbors, and helping create a stronger future for the next generation. If you love hearing about the people and stories that make Costa Mesa such a vibrant community, this conversation offers a great inside look at one of the city’s most beloved neighborhoods.  Listen now and discover what makes the Costa Mesa community so special.