Swallows Day Fiesta Grande - San Juan Capistrano
March 17, 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

St. Patrick's Day Cruise - Dana Point
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
4pm - 6pm

Adults - $29
Join us for a unique and fun way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! You'll sail aboard the 95' Dana Pride at sunset as we search for whales, dolphin and other marine life set against the beautiful Orange County coastline. Enjoy a complimentary glass of GREEN BEER as you cruise along looking for whales. You can also take advantage of our FULL cash bar! Be sure to wear green or else you'll get pinched!

LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing / Dana Point Harbor
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point

BOOK ONLINE OR CALL:
Buy tickets online at www.danawharf.com
or call (949) 496-5794 for more information!

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

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

Annual Dove Dash and Pancake Breakfast - Dove Canyon
Sunday, March 21, 2010

5K Run/Walk and Kids Run/Walk
Spend time with your family running or walking Dove Canyon, enjoy a hearty breakfast afterward and help a great cause. This event supports Ryan’s Reach - helping serve the needs of brain injury victims and their families

LOCATION:
Corner of Dove Canyon Drive and Sycamore Drive
32003 Dove Canyon Drive
Dove Canyon, CA

Discovery Science Center Presents: Secrets of Circles - Santa Ana
January 16 - May 2, 2010

This exciting new exhibit celebrates the math, science and beauty of such a simple shape and helps children and adults alike to uncover the secrets of the many circles in the world. Secrets of Circles Exhibit Gears Exhibit Inventing the Wheel Kaleidoscope Lathe Spin Pictures Throughout the exhibit, there are examples of two and three-dimensional circular forms to help to learn how circles aid engineers in solving problems.

LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823

Whale Watching - Dana Point & Newport Beach

Gray Whales migrate annually along the west coast of North America. They can be seen from the Orange County coast from December through early April.

Since the Gray Whales migrate just a few miles off the coast, simple cruises from Dana Point and Newport Beach enable you to see these spectacular creatures in their natural habitat.

LOCATIONS:
You can book cruises at the following locations:

Orange County Mining Co.
Orange
9:30 am - 3 pm

Sunday Brunch in Orange County is a wonderful way to enjoy your weekend. At our View Restaurant, Sunday Brunch is always accompanied by champagne, rustic favorites, spectacular views and unique atmosphere. Our elaborate brunch menu includes-but is certainly not limited to-traditional breakfast foods and lunch favorites like barbeque, prime rib, teriyaki chicken and fresh fish selections. You can also choose to view sporting events in the bar or enjoy your Sunday Brunch on the Terrace. With enough variety to satisfy every appetite from the kids to the adults, this is one Sunday Brunch you'll keep coming back to!

LOCATION:
1000 Crawford Canyon Rd.
City of Orange

INFORMATION:
714-997-7411 (Discount $5/each adult seated before 10 am. Additional Sunday Brunch Coupons on Website)

Orange Hill Restaurant
Orange
9 am - 3 pm

Like a hilltop hideaway, Orange Hill Restaurant sits on top of the hills with spectacular views of Orange County. As you enter the restaurant, you are first greeted by cascading waterfalls and koi ponds, then enter into an English style lobby with a cozy fireplace. The buffet brunch features over 100 items every Sunday and offers a number of wonderful options to appease almost any palate, including features such as made-to-order pasta and omelets, stir-fry, fresh sushi, and carving stations.

LOCATION:
6410 E. Chapman Ave
Orange, CA

INFORMATION:
(714) 997-2910

Saturday and Sunday Paws & Claws - Breakfast Buffet
Costa Mesa
7 am - noon

The perfect weekend hangout spot for family, friends, neighbors and man’s best friend. Enjoy TerraNova’s one-of-a-kind breakfast buffet outside on our expansive lakeside terrace surrounded by lush lawns, gardens and fountains. Also, try our “Bubbles and Bones” Champagne Cocktail Bar which includes a champagne fountain, champagne accompaniments and doggy treats ($4 additional). Enter your dog in our “Paws & Claws Personality Photo Contest”! Every Saturday & Sunday, bring and submit a 4x6 picture showing your dog’s unique personality. All pets welcome outside on the lakeside terrace, only ADA assist animals are welcome inside restaurant.

LOCATION:
Wyndham Costa Mesa
3350 Avenue of the Arts

INFORMATION:
714-442-8593 Walk-ins welcome- Reservations suggested.