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Feel pulse of spring break

Spring break is beckoning college students throughout the land. Next week, about 22,000 students from Oahu universities — and an untold number of mainland collegians — will hit the beaches, bars, restaurants, clubs and stores in search of some serious R&R. To help get the party started, go to honolulupulse.com for a special Spring Break 2011 report with event listings, stories on beach fashions, music and food, and the Top 10 Spring Break Hotspots.

Find gem rarities at Sedona show

Sedona is hosting a Gem and Jewelry Show and Sale from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, featuring rare gemstones, crystals and handmade jewelry from the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, as well as unusual rocks and minerals.

Jewelry lovers will find nomadic knotwork necklaces and bracelets, gemstone and silver rings from Daisy Ho, and jewelry starting at less than $50. There will also be amethyst geodes and stones cut by lapidarist Kevin Lane Smith.

Sedona is at Ward Centre. Call 591-8115.

Latest in beauty at Nordstrom

Nordstrom hosts "Beauty on Location" from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday, highlighting the latest makeup, skin care and fragrance must-haves. Appointments are being taken at cosmetic counters for free consultations. Those who purchase $100 or more in cosmetics will receive a Nordstrom spring tote bag.

Get makeup done at Victoria Secret

Beginning Tuesday, Victoria Secret at Ala Moana Center will offer makeup by appointment for prom-goers, or anyone else heading out to a special occasion, with a minimum $35 purchase. From Tuesday to March 28, those taking advantage of the service will also receive a free tote while supplies last. The tote will also be available to those who make a purchase of $30 or more.

The event coincides with the debut of VS Beauty's VS Attractions fragrance line.

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