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War Re-enactment - Anaheim
March 26 & 27, 2011
The
Civil War is brought to life! Professional Civil
War re-enactors come from all over southern California
to participate in this annual event held at St.
Catherine's Academy.
Meet President Abraham Lincoln, Tour Union and
Confederate encampments, Watch battles with over
200 re-enactors and visit the sutler’s marketplace.
LOCATION:
St
Catherine's Academy
215 N. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
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 Toshiba
Golf Classic
March 1-7, 2010
15th
year of this popular PGA Champions Tour event.
One of the most successful tournaments in Champions
Tour history, the Toshiba Classic has raised over
$12 million in the past 12 years for its lead
beneficiary Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
as well as other Orange County charities.
LOCATION:
Newport Beach Country Club
INFORMATION:
To order tickets and to inquire about corporate
ticket packages, please call 949-660-1001
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 Festival
of Whales - Dana Point
March 6-7, 13-14, 2010
It's
time of the year for the whales to make their
annual trip down south and the Dana Point Chamber
of Commerce will celebrate with their Annual Street
Fair, which is part of the Whale Festival with
a weekend of fun, food, entertainment and an arts
& craft show with over 100 vendors.
Festival
of Whales Street Faire on March 7th & 8th!
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
Festival
Info:
949-472-7888 or 1-888-440-4309
Dana
Wharf Whale Watching Cruises!
Dana
Wharf Wahle Watching is offering 2-hour whale
watching trips during the festival which run every
hour on the hour from 8:00am - 4:00pm! Take advantage
of their $8 at 8:00am special! (All trips are
$8 at 8am! No strings attached!)
Buy tickets online at www.danawharf.com
or call (949) 496-5794 for more information!
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The
Kid's Pet Parade
March 7, 2010
Part
of the annual Fiesta de las Golondrinas celebration.
Kids between the ages of 5 to 12 can show off
their favorite animals in a contest for, The
Cutest, Most Unusual, Best Team Costume (owner
and pet), Funniest & Most Obedient (pet, not
child).
Location:
At
Cooks Park. Corner of La Novia and Calle Arroyo
in San Juan Capistrano al exhibit.
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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Free
Albert Lowry Seminar - How To Profit In Foreclosures
And Auctions
March 8, 2010
6-9 pm
Dr. Albert Lowry is one of the most well-known
gurus in real estate! In this seminar, Al will
be discussing several timely topics on real estate
including investing in Foreclosures, repairing
your credit in a short amount of time, and different
ways to go about financing for those having trouble
with the banks.
Register
Now
Location:
The
Marshall Reddick Learning Center
1691 Kettering
Irvine CA 92614
INFORMATION:
Scott Pastel (949) 885-5186
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Presidenta Ball - San Juan Capistrano
March 13th, 2010
Saturday, 6:30 - 11:30 pm.
Journey back to the late 1800s of early California
and let the Fiesta Association show you how “the
West was fun” at this western style dinner dance,
honoring Tacy Lee, La Presidenta of the Fiesta
Association. Joing the dining, dancing and gaming
where all colorful characters are welcome!
LOCATION:
El Adobe Restaurant
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976
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 Swallows
Day Fiesta Grande - San Juan Capistrano
March 17th, 2010
6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
This
night of Old West entertainment consists of four
contests are rolled into one! Best Dressed Old
West Man, Best Dressed Old West Woman, Best Belt
Buckle, and the Hairiest Man (best moustache and/or
beard). So don your finest Old West outfit, belt
buckle or facial hair! and enter one or more of
the contests.
For
the more timid, spectators are always welcome
at the hilarious Fiesta Grandé.
LOCATION:
El Adobe
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION
949-493-1976
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Return
of the Swallows Celebration at Mission San Juan
Capistrano
St. Joseph’s Day Festivities
Friday, March 19 & Saturday, March 20, 2010
Live
music, community presentations, Mission Parish
School performances, ringing of the historic bells,
official press conference, exclusive performance
by Renée Bondi singing Leon René’s classic song,
“When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano”, a
reading from the newly published book, “The Year
the Swallows Came Early”, as presented by its
author Kathryn Fitzmaurice, guided tours, Mission
trivia, Living History demonstrations and more!
Location:
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Ortega Hwy
INFORMATION:
949-234-1300
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 Swallows
Day Parade & Mercado - San Juan Capistrano
March 20, 2010
Parade begins at 11:00 am
Mercado runs 8 am - 5 pm
The Parade takes place in down-town San Juan Capistrano.
This is the nation's largest non-motorized parade.
It is totally organized and presented by the San
Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. Arrive early;
most street closures are by 10.00 a.m. The parade
begins promptly at 11 am.
The
Mercado is a Street Fair and Market Place where
you can eat, drink, and shop at over 100 booths.
It is THE place to be after the parade! Listen
and dance to the music of The Working Cowboy Band,
a traditional country music band.
LOCATION:
Dowtown San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION
949-493-1976
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 Irvine
Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza
March 20 - April 3, 2010
At
Irvine Park Railroad's Easter Eggstravaganza,
children and adults can ride the train through
beautiful Irvine Regional Park. Children ages
2 through 12 can participate in an Easter egg
hunt. Each egg is filled with candy or a prize.
Easter egg hunts begin daily at 10:00 AM and tickets
may be purchased to participate in an egg hunt
at a specific time. Please bring an Easter basket
for each child that will be participating in the
Easter egg hunt. Irvine Park Railroad also offers
Easter baskets for sale.
Tickets
must be purchased on the day of the event in order
to receive a wristband for the Easter egg hunt.
Children can also meet and have their picture
taken with the Easter bunny (visit web site for
cost). Other activities include hay rides, Easter
cookie decorating, face painting (weekends only),
carnival games and a lot more. Additional Irvine
Regional Park activities inside of the park include
Irvine Park Rentals' paddle boats and Wheel Fun
Rentals® bikes (single surrey bikes, deuce coupes,
choppers, beach cruises and more), the Orange
County Zoo and pony rides. Visit web site for
costs and full details.
LOCATION:
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
INFORMATION:
714-997-3968
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Renaissance
& Fantasy Faire
March 27-28, 2010
Two
Days of Historical Renaissance History. Event
includes Parades, Feasts, Fireworks, Battle Tournaments,
Formal Orations, poetic recitations, Wonderful
Masques, Dances, Craftsmen, Skilled Architects,
Dramatic Performances and Many Colorful local
Fantasy "Elements"!
COSTUMES
Heavily Recommended. No Pets and children under
5 are free.
LOCATION:
Oak Canyon Park
Blue Diamond Road, Irvine Lake
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 Annual
Multicultural Fair at Sage Hill School
March 27, 2010
This
colorful, fun-filled event showcases and celebrates
our school's--and the community's--amazing cultural
diversity. Taste home-cooked delicacies from virtually
every nation represented at Sage Hill; enjoy non-stop
musical and dance performances; bid on tantalizing
baskets of themed goodies; browse our ethnic bazaar;
and keep the kids happy with ethnic arts & crafts,
face-painting, and a treasure hunt.
Admission
is $5 per person at the door, with children 12
and under free; food tickets, sold on site, are
$1 each.
LOCATION:
Sage Hill School
Newport Coast
INFORMATION:
Please RSVP to RSVP@sagehillschool.org
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Discovery
Science Center Presents: Bubblefest XIV -
Santa Ana
March 27 - April 11, 2010
The
mysteries of bubbles are revealed as guests explore
the sciences behind the amazing and colorful world
of bubbles. Hands-on bubble activities demonstrate
a bubble's science and math principles (such as
surface tension, elasticity, air pressure, molecular
properties, and geometric properties), while Fan
Yang's Mega Bubble Show puts those theories to
the ultimate test.
LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
INFORMATION:
714-542-2823
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Irvine
Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza
March 20 - April 3, 2010
At
Irvine Park Railroad's Easter Eggstravaganza,
children and adults can ride the train through
beautiful Irvine Regional Park. Children ages
2 through 12 can participate in an Easter egg
hunt. Each egg is filled with candy or a prize.
Easter egg hunts begin daily at 10:00 AM and tickets
may be purchased to participate in an egg hunt
at a specific time. Please bring an Easter basket
for each child that will be participating in the
Easter egg hunt. Irvine Park Railroad also offers
Easter baskets for sale.
Tickets
must be purchased on the day of the event in order
to receive a wristband for the Easter egg hunt.
Children can also meet and have their picture
taken with the Easter bunny (visit web site for
cost). Other activities include hay rides, Easter
cookie decorating, face painting (weekends only),
carnival games and a lot more. Additional Irvine
Regional Park activities inside of the park include
Irvine Park Rentals' paddle boats and Wheel Fun
Rentals® bikes (single surrey bikes, deuce coupes,
choppers, beach cruises and more), the Orange
County Zoo and pony rides. Visit web site for
costs and full details.
LOCATION:
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
INFORMATION:
714-997-3968
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 Spring
Citrus Fair - La Habra
April
9-11, 2010
The
La Habra Chamber of Commerce will produce its
First Annual Spring Citrus Fair — full of period
charm — showcasing the history of the La Habra
Valley.
Event
will include entertainment, carnival rides, local
food, exhibits & character mascots.
LOCATION:
La Habra Boulevard between Euclid and Cypress
Streets
Phone:
562-697-1704
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 Bolsa
Chica Conservancy's 2008 Earth Day Festival
- Huntington Beach
Saturday,
April 10, 2010
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The
Earth Day Celebration at Bolsa Chica Wetlands
is a fun free way to get outside and learn about
the environment with the whole family! The day
will include interactive booths and games that
explore all aspects of the wetlands! Featuring
marine animals, birds, oppossums, raccoons, reptiles,
wetland ecology, history of the wetlands, and
guided tours; kids can have fun while learning
all about the wetlands and receive prizes for
answering questions! Hot dogs, sno cones, refreshments
and more! Sponsored by the Bolsa Chica Conservancy
and the Amigos de Bolsa Chica
Sponsored
by the Bolsa Chica Conservancy and the Amigos
de Bolsa Chica. Cost: Free
LOCATION:
Bolsa
Chica Conservancy Interpretive Center
3842 Warner Avenue
Huntington Beach
Public Parking Across the Street from the Interpretive
Center
Phone:
714-846-1114
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MS - University of California, Irvine
April
10, 2010
The National MS Society's mission is to end
the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis.
They are currently accepting registrations via,
email, mail or over the telephone for this 10k
walk.
Register
Online
LOCATION:
University of California
Irvine
INFORMATION:
(800)486-6762
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 Pet
Expo
- Costa Mesa
April
16 -18, 2010
A
giant animal entertainment and education festival.
It’s the largest pet and pet product expo in the
world. Over 1,000 animals will entertain you in
stage shows, competitions and demonstrations including
dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, rodents, goats,
pigs, llamas, rabbits, miniature horses and more.
There will also be pet adoptions, pet products
for sale, petting zoo, how-to workshops and advice
from animal experts. It is presented by a nonprofit
organization to promote responsible pet care.
Please do not bring your pets.
LOCATION:
Orange County Fairgrounds
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa
Directions
INFORMATION:
800-999-7295
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 UCI
Annual Open House - Irvine
April
17, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Come
to UCI's 32nd annual Open House, one of the campus'
oldest and most festive traditions. This spring
event features games and rides for children, academic
information, Classic Car Show, campus tram tours,
Wayzgoose Medieval Faire with food booths, demonstrations,
rides, games, 3 stages of entertainment and much
more. General campus offices such as Housing,
Admissions, and Financial Aid are also open. Everyone
Welcome! It's an excellent opportunity to bring
family and friends to visit and see what's new
with the UCI campus.
LOCATION:
UCI
Campus
Irvine
INFORMATION:
(949) 824-5182
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 Annual
Street Painting Festival of the Arts -
Mission Viejo
April 24-25, 2010
This extraordinary 16th century Italian art form
of street painting creative by artist known as
"Madonnari" is a performance art where the emphasis
is placed on the experience. Artist from all over
will transform and capture amazing beauty of art
using pastel chalk as the medium to blend onto
asphalt as their canvases. With each artist's
techniques and their enthusiasm for the love of
art you can truly experience the metamorphosis
around you.
LOCATION:
Norman P. Murray Community Center
24932 Veterans Way at La Paz Rd
Mission Viejo.
INFORMATION:
877-WeChalk
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 Doheny
Wood - Dana Point
April
24, 2010
Show is free to woodie owners and spectators.
The state beach does have a park entry fee. Over
150 classic wooden cars, surf wagons will be on
display. Along with many great raffle prizes including
a Dewey Weber long board made just for the woodie
show.
State
Park entry fee: $10
LOCATION:
Doheny
State Beach [south end of park]
INFORMATION:
714 968-9798
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Taste
of Huntington Beach - Huntington Beach
Sunday
April 25th, 2010
A
unique sampling of the finest restaurant cuisine
in Huntington Beach, paired with the finest wines
in California, all in the name of charity! Come
enjoy samplings of food and beverages from such
restaurants as Duke's Huntington Beach, Aloha
Grill, Bodai Tree, Chimayo at the Beach and many
more. Wineries and brewers in attendance include
Clos Du Bois, Brewbakers, Frei Brothers Reserve
and many others. Proceeds benefit the children's
wing of the Huntington Beach Library
LOCATION:
Sports Complex at Talbert and Goldenwest
Huntington Beach
INFORMATION:
714-375-5023
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 SCC
Hawks Golf Tournament - Tustin
Friday,
April 30, 2010
Pesented
by the Santiago Canyon College Foundation and
Athletics Department. Silent Auction/Tee Bag Donation
LOCATION:
Tustin Ranch Golf Club
INFORMATION/REGISTRATION:
(714) 628-4790
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 Discovery
Science Center Presents: SFSEA Rocket Launch 2010
- Huntington Beach
May 1, 2010
This
May, join the challenge to design, build, and
launch a rocket made from a 2-liter plastic soda
bottle that uses a combination of pressurized
air and water for propulsion. The competition
will consist of creating and launching a rocket
that will deploy a parachute. The person with
the longest “hang time” in the air wins! Let’s
see just how smart you are! Free event!
LOCATION:
The Boeing Company
5301 Bolsa Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
INFORMATION:
714-542-2823
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 Soka
University's Annual International Festival
- Aliso Viejo
May 1, 2010
10:30 am to 5:30 pm
Enjoy over 600 musicians and dancers performing
on three stages! The 2008 International Festival
will again be part of the Orange County's Imagination
Celebration, presented in cooperation with Arts
Orange County and the Orange County Department
of Education. There will be lots of international
food, exhibitors, games and activities, an art
exhibition, ceramic sales and demos, a children's
play area with Superslide and Bounce House, street
painting, student project presentations, a Dragon
dance --- and much more!
LOCATION:
Soka University
1 University Drive
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
INFORMATION:
949-480-4081
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Annual
Women's Wellness Day & Health Expo - Newport
Beach
Saturday,
May 1, 2010
"Eat Well, Live Well" Discover the Science
of Food as Medicine
Join
the Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine
& National Experts to take home Major Strategies
on Food as Medicine.
LOCATION:
Hilton Irvine / Orange County Airport
INFORMATION:
(949)824-5763
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 Cinco
de Mayo Half Marathon - Irvine
May
2, 2010
10K & 5K Run/ 1K kids run event and all proceeds
go to childrens cancer research. Before and after
the race, enjoy a fun-filled morning of festivities
at the start and finish line from 7 am - 11:30
am.
LOCATION:
Irvine Spectrum
EVENT
HOTLINE:
949- 859-6312
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 Annual
UCLA Orange County Golf Classic - Coto de
Caza
Monday,
May 3, 2010
Make a difference in the life of an incoming UCLA
student. Be a part of the Annual UCLA Orange County
Golf Classic, A Fundraiser for Outstanding Students
and the UCLA Fund.
LOCATION:
Coto de Caza Club
INFORMATION:
949-887-1065
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 Cinco
de Mayo Celebration
San Clemente
May
8, 2010
12pm - 6:00pm
For
twenty years, the San Clemente Cinco de Mayo Committee
has been partnering with the City of San Clemente
to celebrate culture, art and entertainment in
the Spanish Village by the Sea. For this 20th
annual year, the committee is showcasing live
entertainment, a restaurant salsa showdown, a
spectacular student art exhibit, quick draw art
contest, savory food court, cultural dancing,
children’s games, activities and much, much more!
LOCATION:
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente
San Clemente, CA
INFORMATION:
949-361-8264
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 Annual
Muckenthaler Motorcar Festival - Fullerton
May
15-16, 2010
A One-of-a-kind Automotive Cultural Event. Featuring
car rally, motor movies & Concours d’Elegance
and Horseless Carriage Tour.
LOCATION:
Held at Muckenthaler Cultural Center
1201 W. Malvern Ave.
INFORMATION:
714/738-6595
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night of music and dance: The Tamburitzans
of Duquesne University - Anaheim
May
16, 2010
The Tamburitzans perform the music and dance of
the Balkans and Eastern Europe. The troop is composed
of dancers from across the globe, representing
the best folk dancers performing today! This high
energy show is a feast for the eyes and ears.
This is truly a must see performance.
LOCATION:
The Servite Theatre
1952 W. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92801
INFORMATION:
714-832-7555
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Linda Lobsterfest - Yorba Linda
May 21, 2010
Gates Open 5:30 - 11:00 p.m.
One of Yorba Linda's biggest events, the all-you-can-eat
Lobsterfest is YL Sunrise Rotary's main fundraiser
each year. Live & silent auction, live entertainment
under the stars by "The Hypnotics"
$75.00 per Adult/Child, in advance $85.00 at the
door, if available Rain or Shine. No Refunds.
LOCATION:
Yorba Linda Community Center
Casa Loma @ Imperial Highway
INFORMATION:
(714) 701-3027
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 Greek
Festival
May 21-23, 2010
Come experience the sights, sounds and tastes
of Greece at the 2010 OC Greek Fest: St. John
the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church’s 49th Annual
Greek Food Festival celebrating the food, music,
and culture of Greece! Authentic Greek foods and
homemade Greek pastries; traditional Greek dancing
and Greek music (live music by Fotia); an outdoor
marketplace and expansive 'Zorba’s Kidz Zone'
with carnival rides & games and other activities
for the children—plus more!—are all ready for
your visit to Greece right here in Anaheim.
LOCATION:
405 N. Dale St.
Anaheim
INFORMATION:
(714) 827-0182
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 Doheny
Blues Festival
-
Dana Point
May
22 & 23, 2010
The Annual Blues Festival is the true kick-off
to summer with a weekend filled with music, lots
of vendors and a International Food Court that
features foods from around the world. Be sure
you come down to Doheny State Beach and celebrate
the beginning of summer with Orange County’s Favorite
and most anticipated annual summer festival!
LOCATION:
Doheny State Beach
Dana Point
Ticket Sales & info: (949) 360-7800
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 Discovery
Science Center Presents: Speedcubing at the Cube
- Santa Ana
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Join
us on Saturday as Rubik’s Cube speed solvers showcase
their skills at Discovery Science Center! Come
watch as the quickest cubers compete against each
other and against themselves to set and break
speed solving records. Events will include blind-folded
solving, one-handed solving and more! Think you're
a speedy solver? Participation in our competition
is free with paid admission to the Science Center.
LOCATION:
Discovery
Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
INFORMATION:
714-542-2823
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Festival - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday, May 22, 2010
The
festival will include entertainment "Battle of
the Mariachis" and authentic Mexican food. Mariachi
performers will compete for cash prizes. This
event is free with paid admission to the mission.
LOCATION:
Mission San Juan Capistrano
El Camino Real/Ortega Hwy
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
(949) 234-1321
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Strawberry
Festival - Garden Grove
MAY
28-31, 2010
The
festival is a parade and carnival celebrating
the city's strawberry-growing history
LOCATION:
Euclid St & Main St
Garden Grove, CA
INFORMATION:
714-638-0981
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 KSBR
Birthday Bash
- Mission Viejo
Sunday
May 30, 2010
With more than 25 headliners playing with each
other in a giant jazz jam, each Bash is a once-in-a-lifetime
concert for both the artists and the audience.
The music will never happen in exactly the same
way again. The listeners know that the event is
something special - it has sold out each of the
past 11 years even before the full line up was
announced
LOCATION:
Oso Viejo Park / Norman P. Murray Community Center
24932 Veterans Way
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
INFORMATION:
(949) 582-4714
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5th
annual 'Gardenfest'
Green
Scene Plant and Garden Show
Silverado
Children’s Center Annual Chili Cook-Off
Floral
Park Home & Garden Tour
OC
MARATHON 
Rose
Garden Tour
